Archive for the 'Berkshires' Category

Visit Historic Lee, Massachusetts

Thursday, June 24th, 2010

When next you come to our bed and breakfast lodging Berkshires, we hope you’ll take an hour or so to visit Lee.

Come to the Williamstown Theatre Festival

Thursday, June 10th, 2010

The Williamstown Theatre Festival has been a Berkshires tradition in the Berkshires over 50 years. Each year, the festival produces fresh takes on classics and new plays. Williamstown Theatre Festival has the clout to draw well-established artists to the stage, but is also committed to cultivating young and aspiring artists.

The Bidwell House Opens Soon

Friday, May 28th, 2010

The Bidwell House—
Originally uploaded by Norm Walsh

The Bidwell House, a beautiful example of early New England architecture, opens for the season on May 27, 2010. The oldest part of the building was built in 1750, and additional sections were added in 1790 and 1836. This is a must see for anyone interested in early American [...]

Bliss Near Boston

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

Did you know that our Lenox MA bed and breakfast is just two hours west of Boston? The drive couldn’t be simpler: get on I-90 with coffee and water, and get off in Lee, well-hydrated and ready to go. It’s an easy escape from the city.
Here, in the Berkshire Mountains near Lenox, the air is [...]

The Berkshires, a Winter Wonderland

Saturday, December 26th, 2009

Thanks to all of you who stayed with us in 2009. It was great to see familiar faces, and to meet new ones.
We look forward to welcoming you all to our bed and breakfast in the Berkshires in 2010.
Happy New Year.
Photo: Berkshire barns—
Originally uploaded by atelier/Ed Brodzinsky

Berkshires On Top of the World

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Our little corner of New England was recently given a great honor by National Geographic Magazine. In a survey of 133 worldwide travel destinations, the Berkshires ranked 7th. We are both thrilled and humbled.
The decision was reached by a panel of over 400 well-seasoned travelers who based their decision on six criteria: “historic preservation, site [...]

New England Leaf Peeping

Monday, September 28th, 2009

Need anything more be said? We have a room waiting for you at our Berkshires bed and breakfast.

Ahhh, Autumn is in the Air

Tuesday, September 8th, 2009

It’s true, a hint of autumn is in the air in the Berkshires. A flash of gold and red can be spotted here and there in the woods, reminding us of what is soon to come: crisp, clean air with a hint of woodsmoke on it; rosy cheeks; wool sweaters. And of course, the crunch [...]

Hiking in the Berkshires

Friday, July 10th, 2009

Take a break from the cultural richness of the Berkshires and head out into the wilderness for a hike. Nothing calms the mind like being surrounded by trees and magnificent rock formations. You will feel refreshed and ready either to head back to Tanglewood or go straight to your Berkshires bed and breakfast for a [...]

Hiking Near Our Berkshires Bed and Breakfast

Wednesday, June 10th, 2009

We get quite a few avid hikers at our Berkshires bed and breakfast. Given our proximity to the Berkshires, that is no surprise.  We encourage all you trail walkers to check out our Hiker’s Special. After a healthy breakfast at Applegate Inn, we will give you a trail map, water bottles and snacks, and point [...]