Stunning Lakefront Berkshire Rental, Lake Garfield: private dock, boats, more

Monterey, Massachusetts
$853 avg/night Minimum Stay 7 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 7 nights

Min Stay

Get away from it all at our beautiful Berkshire lakefront wooded retreat. Swim, canoe, kayak, paddleboard, sunbathe, hike, bike, explore during the day. In the evening perhaps take a short drive to Tanglewood, Jacobs Pillow, Shakespeare & Co, or Mahaiwe Performing Arts, or to the movies in Great Barrington. Have dinner at the Red Lion Inn, or one of the fabulous restaurants nearby, or have it at home as you watch the sunset over the lake.

This private, modernized (major renovation completed 2018-19), 5 bedroom* cottage consists of two floors. The upper floor has a fully equipped kitchen , a large great room with a dining and living area, featuring a beamed cathedral ceiling, skylights, a dramatic fireplace, and an entertainment area with a wide screen TV. The dining room table seats eight and overlooks the lake. A transitional kitchen island seats an additional four. A screened porch overlooking the lake extends off of the dining area. An open porch overlooking the lake extends off the living room area. The master bedroom, with a king bed, and one full custom bath are on this floor. Downstairs, three bedrooms (two with queen beds one with one twin bed) have lake views. The fourth bedroom has two twin beds. A full bathroom, a second refrigerator, and a utility room with a washer and dryer are on this floor. The middle bedroom has large sliding glass doors which open to a large patio area with a garden, lawn chairs, fire pit, and two picnic tables. A four burner Napoleon gas grill overlooks the patio, with easy access to the kitchen. The downstairs does not have AC, but the upstairs living room and master bedroom has AC. The downstairs generally stays cool as it is nestled in the hill.

A flight of half-steps (constructed for a gentleman who had just had a knee replacement) leads to the dock and the lake. Two canoes, two kayaks, and two stand up paddleboards come with this rental. There are also various floats for swimming. Lake Garfield is managed for weed control (the water is lowered each winter to kill off the weeds) so the water is one of the the clearest in Massachusetts.

A magical lakeside retreat with all the comforts of home and easily accessible to the world-renowned art, culture, dining, and entertainment of the Berkshire hills. Look forward to a memorable vacation.




Keywords: Berkshires, Western Massachusetts, Lakefront, Waterfront, Lake, Lake Garfield, Tanglewood, Jacobs Pillow, Monterey, Great Barrington, Lenox, Stockbridge, summer rental, vacation home, retreat, swimming, boating, rustic, wooded, Cottage, House, chalet

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Firepit Garden Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Boat On Site Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Water Skiing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Music Library Stereo Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games Children's Toys Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near Outlet Shopping On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Linda M.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Aug 30, 2025

    We were delighted with the house! It was a little big for just the two of us and our little dog. We were looking for a retreat setting and this house delivered! The lake was lively over Labor Day weekend but was super calm and peaceful the rest of the week. I loved to sit on the dock and read! There are so many seating areas that even a much larger group would be really happy. The driveway is quite steep but the road in the area were very quiet and safe to walk our pup. The grocery store is about 15 minutes away. Great restaurants are an easy drive as well. The house was very well stocked with utensils and pans, pots, etc. We were excited to see a real coffee maker instead of a Keurig. We would certainly consider returning because we loved the placement of the house to the lake so much.

  • Diane K.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Aug 23, 2025

    Our family trip to Lake Garfield was a very relaxing experience. We were a group of 6 adults and two teenagers. The cottage had plenty of places to find a quiet spot along with places to gather. The weather was a bit cool but still able to get some time on the paddle boards. The cottage was located close to the Norman Rockwell Museum in addition to a trip to the outlets on a rainy day. The addition of a second refrigerator was very helpful for any group and the large grill and fire pit were also a plus. The steep driveway was the only minor drawback. All in all we had a wonderful week catching up with the family. The cottage owner was always available to answer any of our questions quickly. Thank you for the use of your beautiful cottage.

  • Craig B.

    Submitted Aug 23, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    The house is well set up for families. All you need to cook. Children’s books toys games & puzzles. Great inside space, lovely screen porch and outdoor seating with fire pit. Weather was agreeable; we swam every day & kayaked/canoed.

  • Ross H.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    My family of five plus grandparents loved our week at this amazing lake house. Garfield Lake is beautiful and relaxing and the house has an incredible number of kayaks, paddleboards and floats to be able to enjoy it. The host was very helpful throughout our whole stay. I highly recommend the property and would definitely stay again!

  • Andrew M.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    The house came well equipped with everything we needed to have an amazing week on this lake. We were hoping for great swimming, boating, and paddle boarding, and this lake house did not disappoint. When we weren’t on the dock or in the water or relaxing on the deck, we really enjoyed cooking in the fully equipped kitchen or on the grill. The owners thought of everything to make our vacation wonderful. We would definitely recommend this lake house.

  • Nancy D.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    This is our fourth summer at this property. We had a wonderful time. The lake and dock are easily accessible from the house. There are lots of boats and floaties and we spent lots of time in the lake. The main floor has a screened in porch and outdoor porch with beautiful views of the lake. The kitchen is well stocked and the living room has a big sofa, TV and is a comfortable place for all to hang out. And the location is great, easy to get to Great Barrington, Lee and Lenox

  • Craig B.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 24, 2024

    On Lake Garfield we learned the 1 1/2 yr old loves boats. He sat calm and content in the canoe and the sit-upon kayak, even in a tight life-jacket. His 2-yr-old cousin, not so much. Swimming was her jam. Every family member found something to love about the house. The cozy bedrooms, the garden patio, the game closet, the well-equipped kitchen. The house had comfortable spots for conversations heavy or light. The location near Great Barrington is convenient, and hikers can easily get to the AT on Main Road. Highly recommended.

  • Wendy S.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    This is our second time renting this beautiful, Berkshires, lakeside home.The attention to details for entertainment and relaxing inside and out is superb. Lake Garfield is pn the property. It is very clean, refreshing , not too populated and so accessible for swimming and all types of floating snd boating.

  • Nancy D.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    This was our third year staying at this beautiful lake house. The kitchen is fully stocked, the living room and enclosed porch have an amazing view of the lake. The private dock too is fully stocked with boats, paddle boards and floaties. The location is perfect, easy to get to Tanglewood, hiking trails, Great Barrington and many other towns in the Berkshires. We are already looking forward to coming back next summer

  • Patty H.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2023

    Stayed Sep 2, 2023

    We were looking for a place where we could spend a relaxing time with our adult children who live across the country and the world. We found it here! What a perfect place to spend time together. We appreciated the great indoor and outdoor gathering spaces- so comfy! We kayaked and canoed daily, cooked meals together in the well stocked kitchen and slept well in the quiet. Everyone loved it and we hope to return again.

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