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Whitney by AvantStay | Private Berkshires Estate

Family-friendly vacation home in Sheffield

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Game room
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102573 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Sheffield, MA
  • Place, Magnolia Bluffs Casino
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Ski Butternut
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sheffield

This vacation home is a short stroll from Housatonic River and Thom Reed UFO Monument Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

What's nearby

  • Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center - 14 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Housatonic River Walk - 15 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Catamount Ski Area - 20 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Ski Butternut - 21 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Lake Buel - 24 min drive - 11.2 miles

Getting around

  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SoCo Creamery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Café Rena - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Guido’s Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Pub - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whitney by AvantStay | Private Berkshires Estate

Settle in among the beauty of the Berkshires at Whitney, a private retreat overflowing with comfort and charm. Enjoy the fresh mountain air and the surrounding foliage from a screened patio, complete with a foosball table and seating. Whitney features a large yard and sits next to a field, giving you a unique blend of privacy and open space. Inside, the cozy living room boasts a fireplace, while the quaint kitchen has everything you need to prepare everyone's favorites at home. After checking out the surrounding outdoor activities and views throughout the Berkshires, spread out between five comfortable bedrooms, each curated with chic decor. Whether you've come to relax or explore, Whitney is ready to show your group an unforgettable experience!

AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!

Local Attractions: Beartown State Forest, East Mountain State Forest, Berkshire Botanical Gardens, Bidwell House Museum, Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, Norman Rockwell Museum, Hancock Shaker Village, Historic Deerfield, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort

A visit to the Berkshires in western Massachusetts is a treat for anyone looking to pair stunning rural landscapes with an exciting cultural and culinary experience. The abundance of mountains, lakes, and woods provide a wide range of outdoor activities, from rafting and fishing in the summer to skiing and tubing in the winter. Stunning at any season, this New England region is also famous for its farm-to-table food scene and local breweries. Come see for yourself!

Home Truths:
- This home allows pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- The grill is out of order for the rest of winter.
- Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.
- This home is located in the Berkshires, so you may encounter wildlife such as bugs and insects.

​​​​​​​Parking Details:
2 cars in the garage and 2 in the driveway.
No parking on the grass.

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The room configuration is as follows:

Primary Bedroom / King bed & sleeper sofa
Bedroom 2 / Queen bed
Bedroom 3 / Bunk bed
Bedroom 4 / Queen bed
Bedroom 5 / Queen bed
+ 2 twin size tri-fold sleeping mats

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This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Foosball table

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,573 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number C1148950976

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Sheffield, a short 7-minute walk from Housatonic River and also 13 minutes on foot from Thom Reed UFO Monument Park. You'll also find Magnolia Bluffs Casino and Three Mile Pond Wildlife Management Area within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Whitney by AvantStay | Private Berkshires Estate?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Whitney by AvantStay | Private Berkshires Estate?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal), which is 24.9 mi away (45 minutes by car). Another top airport is Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County), which is located 29.3 mi away (46-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Whitney by AvantStay | Private Berkshires Estate?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Whitney by AvantStay | Private Berkshires Estate.

Whitney by AvantStay | Private Berkshires Estate Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Garey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet house.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
First the pros. House was in a great location, excellent views and the house had ample space. Kitchen had everything we needed. Loved the dining room table. Plenty of bedrooms, clean sheets and the house was very clean as well. Grounds were beautiful too. Thankful that dogs were allowed too because not every place allows multiple ones. So great for pet lovers. Would give 5 stars but they need to address a few things. First I didn’t love that anyone can open the garage and that’s the initial way you have to get in. The breezeway door handle kept falling out and other reviews also mention the doors didn’t lock well and there are a million doors it seems. The sunroom was unusable because there was an open ripped screen with nails sticking out. It was too cold as there was not glass over the broken screen. Don’t expect to use the sunroom in the fall! It’s very dark at night and while there is a flashlight there were no batteries. We bought our own but we shouldn’t have had to do that. Finally The shower upstairs is unusable. No pressure. We couldn’t use it. Other reviews also mention this but it seems that the issue still remains. If these issues were fixed I would give 5 stars but it needs a little work. Overall though it’s a nice big house, if you are a bunch of people and dogs you can overlook the issues because again we were very grateful that we were able to take all of dogs. We were 3 couples, 3 kids and 4 dogs !!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was large, incredibly charming, with historical features with modern amenities. You can tell that it has been well taken care of over the years. The grounds of this house are amazing and photos do not show the huge backyard with walking paths through wildflowers, ample private backyard and front yard space to run and play and explore! It's also on a very quiet country road that you can walk down and it's safe. The setting was beautiful and we enjoyed watching the sunset over the mountains each day. The Avantstay team was very communicative and helped immediately with any problem we faced. We also appreciated that the house was pet friendly - its a great yard and house for dogs (and kids and adults of course).
The quiet country road in front of the house (cornfields!)
Sunset from the driveway
The house at sunset from the driveway
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph P.

Liked: Cleanliness

NYE Holiday in Berkshires

Great old house with charming details and well equipped with modern conveniences. The views outside of the mountains and meadow next door were a nice bonus. Communication and attentiveness to any questions or issues were quickly taken care of. Overall a great trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big country farmhouse

Overall the property was really good. There were a few things broken in the kitchen (fridge ran way too cold, oven ran way too hot, crisper drawers in fridge broken, top dishwasher rack broken) - but we learned to work with them. We had 9 people and we cooked a lot, including Thanksgiving dinner! Upstairs shower in clawfoot tub kind of sprayed water everywhere, leaving the bathroom soaked so we gave up and only used the shower on the first floor - kind of annoying for 9 people. And there were mice. The first night there we found seeds piled up in and around pillows in two of the bedrooms and then discovered mouse droppings in several rooms. We bought traps, caught three mice, reported it to AvantStay and they sent out an exterminator - but we continued to see droppings in new places all week, including kitchen. I didn't like communicating through AvantStay. I much prefer communicating directly with the property owners, as I've always done in the past. Every property has issues so I don't mean to complain so much. We had a great time together, the location was great - so much to do close by. But I would not stay in this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall in the Berkshires

This is a lovely older home with lots of character, warm and inviting. Beautiful property and great views. We spent a fabulous weekend enjoying the fall beauty of the Berkshires.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Weekend

Location was perfect for activities at the Interlaken Inn. Kitchen had everything needed to cook and store food, which we find rare at other rentals. Bedding, pillows and towels seemed brand new. We appreciated having hand soap provided. Windows and doors didnt all lock, some were open when we arrived. Upstairs shower could not be used due to only a partial shower curtain, dishwasher was broken, we fixed on of the doors and the doorbell on it.spiders all over the main full batthroom. Running out of space here but we would stay at Whitney again. ..............bath, dohower could not be used withoutnsr
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Saileta P.

Disliked: Cleanliness

disappointing!

The property looked great in the pictures- sunny, spacious and clean. We had the exact opposite experience. There were lot of cobwebs, towels were not clean, the furniture is really old and there the whole house smells quite bad. Soe of the kitchen utensils are at least 30 years old! and most of the kitchen cabinets or the dressers were diffcult to open. It is also right off the road and so we had to be really careful with our dogs since the backyard or front yard has no fence. The doors did not work and the concierge services were extremely delayed or not helpful. Overall, i would not recommend this place.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Farmhouse

We spent a lovely 2 weeks here. We had some septic issues that were remedied quickly. Overall, the house was comfortable and provided easy access to all the Berkshires have to offer.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

The property was spectacular and there was plenty of room for the whole family. Loved the artwork.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Fall Getaway

My grown cousins, all friends, all with children decided to plan a weekend away together, just the moms. This charming house met all of our criteria and more. Very comfortable, lots of space, quiet, restful and just a wonderful getaway together. Great distance from a ton of ridiculously charming stores, book shops, coffee shops, etc. The checkout process was incredibly easy. Absolutely would book again, this place is a wonderful opportunity to relax and enjoy being in the Berkshires.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

The house is charming and spacious. With all the spaces available, there was plenty of room to accommodate my grandchildren playing with legos and adults sitting around and chatting. Everyone loved the Foosball table! Very comfortable home in a great location in the Berkshires. Big backyard but this year it was too full of mosquitoes to use.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Carol M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Whitney - Great potential disappointing cleanliness and maintenance.

Over the years we have successfully rented at least 5 other properties. Unfortunately Whitney was a big disappointment due to things easily remedied by improving their cleaning and maintenance. Cleaning issues were primarily related to the kitchen and are as follows: Upon arrival the coffee maker had used grounds left in the filter. The garbage can to the right of the sink was completely full of trash. The dishwasher was full of dirty dishes. The oven had spilled food on the bottom resulting in smoke as it heated up to cook something. The refrigerator had crumbs etc inside. It obviously wasn’t cleaned. The cloth napkins were dirty. We used paper towels instead. A better option would be to supply paper napkins. The floor in the enclosed porch, was covered with dirt, leaves and twigs. Maintenance issues include the following: The Fujitsu remote for the first floor guest bedroom did not work. Upon investigation a leaking battery was discovered. The only option was to take a replacement battery out of one of the living room remotes. The second floor shower was useless due to very low water press and and ineffective water temperature control One of the door locks in the second floor bathroom kept falling out. It’s missing a screw or what’s there is the wrong size. Many of the window shades on the second floor are broken. The fireplace flue was open. We closed it. Also, the fireplace itself was overflowing with ashes. As someone is aware because there is a note, the main glass door between the laundry and living room couldn’t be used. Due to its primary location fixing it should be a priority. A kitchen knife was jutting out of the window lock in the kitchen to keep it shut with a note stating not to remove the knife. This looks like a simple repair. We hope these issues are addressed immediately so future tenants will have a better stay than we did. The house itself has lots of character and is located on a beautiful country road.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sheffield

A clean quiet home that offers warmth and comfort.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022