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Quiet Comfortable Cabin 5 Min. Walk to Swimming and Boating

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Becket cabin rental - The Lake-we provide a canoe, paddles and lifevests down by the water!
The Lake-we provide a canoe, paddles and lifevests down by the water!
  • Becket cabin rental - The Lake-we provide a canoe, paddles and lifevests down by the water!
    The cabin-front view
    Robin Hood Lake
    The screened porch--perfect for reading and lounging on a summer evening
    Living room with woodstove
    Flat panel LCD DVD Player
  • Becket cabin rental - Master with queen bed
    Kitchen with new appliances
    Kitchen with new appliances and washing machine
    Bathroom with stall shower
    Robin Hood Lake
    Rear deck over brook (with gas grill)
  • Becket cabin rental - The cabin-side view with deck in background
    The cabin-front view
 
Becket cabin rental - The Lake-we provide a canoe, paddles and lifevests down by the water!

The Lake-we provide a canoe, paddles and lifevests down by the water!

The cabin-front view

The cabin-front view

Robin Hood Lake

Robin Hood Lake

The screened porch--perfect for reading and lounging on a summer evening

The screened porch--perfect for reading and lounging on a summer evening

Living room with woodstove

Living room with woodstove

Flat panel LCD DVD Player

Flat panel LCD DVD Player

Master with queen bed

Master with queen bed

Kitchen with new appliances

Kitchen with new appliances

Kitchen with new appliances and washing machine

Kitchen with new appliances and washing machine

Bathroom with stall shower

Bathroom with stall shower

Robin Hood Lake

Robin Hood Lake

Rear deck over brook (with gas grill)

Rear deck over brook (with gas grill)

The cabin-side view with deck in background

The cabin-side view with deck in background

The cabin-front view

The cabin-front view

  • Nightly $99 - $160
  • Weekly $826
GBP Conversion (Estimated)
Nightly (GBP) £65 - £105
Weekly £544
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps4
  • 1 Bathroom
Minimum Stay 2 - 7 nights

Photos and Description of this 2 bedroom holiday cabin in Becket - Excalibur
2 bedrooms, 1 bath, sleeps 2-4

Remember the simple pleasures of a country, lakeside vacation where you can spend the day swimming or boating, exploring new towns and attractions, or just spending a lazy afternoon reading on the screened-in porch? Get back to those simple pleasures in our cabin, which is located in a beautiful, quiet country setting far from the chaos of modern life in the heart of the Berkshire Mountains. The cabin is just a five minute walk to a lake where you can swim, fish or canoe (canoe and life jackets provided). Or spend the day exploring the many surrounding towns with antiques, restaurants and shopping galore. Other activities nearby include: hiking, horseback riding, Tanglewood, children's arts programming, The Mount (Edith Wharton's home), Arrowhead (Herman Melville's home) Jacob's Pillow Dance, outlet shopping, summer stock theater, Shakespeare and Company, Berkshire Museum, Clark Museum of Art, Eric Carle Museum, Heartwood School and Becket Arts Center among many, many others. Now offering high speed internet and satellite TV.

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About Djuna Perkins

I am a lawyer living near Boston with my husband and three children, but I grew up in Woodstock, New York.

Djuna Perkins purchased this cabin in 2007
Why Djuna Perkins chose Becket

Living and working in the city, I missed the country and thought the best way to teach my kids to care for the earth was to make sure they had a place where they could actually see and appreciate the natural world, and where we could all get away from the madness of the electronic world.

What makes this cabin unique

This cabin is an incredibly restful place. From the breeze on the screened porch to the unbelievable stars and the air at night, to the simplicity of its furnishings, it is just the place to get away from it all and remember who you are.

Overview Photos Location Availability Rates Facilities Reviews (16)
Becket cabin rental - The Lake-we provide a canoe, paddles and lifevests down by the water!

The Lake-we provide a canoe, paddles and lifevests down by the water!

The cabin-front view

The cabin-front view

Robin Hood Lake

Robin Hood Lake

The screened porch--perfect for reading and lounging on a summer evening

The screened porch--perfect for reading and lounging on a summer evening

Living room with woodstove

Living room with woodstove

Flat panel LCD DVD Player

Flat panel LCD DVD Player

Master with queen bed

Master with queen bed

Kitchen with new appliances

Kitchen with new appliances

Kitchen with new appliances and washing machine

Kitchen with new appliances and washing machine

Bathroom with stall shower

Bathroom with stall shower

Robin Hood Lake

Robin Hood Lake

Rear deck over brook (with gas grill)

Rear deck over brook (with gas grill)

The cabin-side view with deck in background

The cabin-side view with deck in background

The cabin-front view

The cabin-front view

Overview Photos Location Availability Rates Facilities Reviews (16)
Nearest Airport : Bradley Int'l Airport at 90 Miles
Nearest Train : Springfield at 80 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Mass. Pike at 10 Miles
Nearest Beach : beach at 0.3 Miles

Becket, Massachusetts is in the heart of the Berkshire Mountains, an arts, culture and nature-lover's destination. Rural without being remote, the area has something for everyone, including many summer arts festivals, art classes, museums, dance, theater, antiquing, outlet shopping, horseback riding, hiking, swimming, fishing, rafting, museums, and countless wonderful towns with terrific shops and restaurants to explore.

Other Activities: cultural events

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Changeover Day: Saturday
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Rental rates for this holiday cabin in Becket, Berkshires

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Rental Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Rate Minimum Stay
 
Base Rate
$99
2 nights
 
 
Spring 2013
15 Mar - 23 May
$99
$160
Fri, Sat
2 nights
 
 
Summer 2013
24 May - 2 Sep
$826
7 nights
 
 
Fall 2013
3 Sep - 30 Oct
$99
$160
Fri, Sat
2 nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

50% deposit due upon reservation. Balance due 60 days prior to arrival. Deposits may be made by credit card or personal check. Final payment should be made by credit card.

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Accommodation and facilities for this holiday cabin in Becket in Berkshires

Property Type:
  • cabin
Meals:
  • Self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 640 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • rural
  • lake
Theme:
  • Family
  • Budget
  • Away From It All
General:
  • Basic Soaps
  • Wood Stove
  • Towels Provided
  • Air Conditioning ...
    In the main room. We have window fans for the bedrooms which work quite well, as the woods get cool at night.
  • Firewood
  • Local Maps
  • Parking
  • Parking Off Street
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Sofa Bed
  • Internet
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Alarm Clock
  • Living Room
  • Laundry Soap
  • Linens Provided
  • Iron & Board
  • Heating
  • Hair Dryer
  • Washing Machine
  • Toilet Paper
Kitchen:
  • Stove
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Pantry Items
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Oven
  • Freezer
  • Grill
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Coffee Maker
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 4 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet , Shower Enclosure
    Bathroom 2 - Outdoor Shower
Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
  • Master - 1 Large Double Bed , 1 Cot
    Bedroom 2 - 2 Single Bed , Bunkbed
  • The twin beds in the second bedroom are bunkbeds.
Entertainment:
  • Toys ...
    Puzzles, games, badminton
  • Television ...
    High definition TV
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    Basic channels
  • Video Library
  • DVD Player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Books for Kids
  • CD Player
  • Games for Kids
  • Radio
  • Books - Fiction / Non-fiction
Outside:
  • Conservatory
  • Small Cooler
  • Deck Chairs
  • Garden
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • Boat with Paddles
  • Canoe
  • Terrace
  • Kayak / Canoe ...
    With lifevests and paddles
  • Barbecue
  • Beach Towels
  • 4 garden chairs
  • 4 deck chairs
Suitability:
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome
  • pets considered
Onsite Services:
  • Housekeeper
Attractions:
  • autumn foliage
  • restaurants
  • forests
  • live theatre
  • museums
Leisure Activities:
  • horse riding
  • walking
  • outlet shopping
  • scenic drives
  • antique hunting
  • sight seeing
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • swimming
  • hiking
  • fishing
  • mountain biking
  • cycling
  • freshwater fishing
Notes: Portable boombox for iPod, CD player
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Reviews for this holiday cabin rental in Becket, USA

Quiet Comfortable Cabin 5 Min. Walk to Swimming and Boating
average rating of 4.9375 based on 16 reviews
business
Quiet Comfortable Cabin 5 Min. Walk to Swimming and Boating
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p182224
617-817-5140
Becket Berkshires
Upstate New York
5

Truth In Advertising

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 05 July 2009 Date of Stay: June 2009
We stayed at the end of June and were delighted to find the cabin as advertised; clean, neat and with every convenience but, thankfully, with no Internet. Enjoyed the canoe and the many cultural offerings nearby. The owners put a great deal of thought into their home, and it shows. Reasonably priced in a funky, eclectic development. Would definitely stay again.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you!
Helpful votes: 4/4
business
Quiet Comfortable Cabin 5 Min. Walk to Swimming and Boating
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p182224
617-817-5140
Becket Berkshires
5

Columbus Day Visit in Beckett

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 03 March 2013 Date of Stay: October 2012
We had a wonderful weekend in Beckett. It was ultimately relaxing. We spent some time in town but mostly just took walks around the area. We even braved a short canoe ride, although it was a bit chilly. The leaves were unreal and this neighborhood is perfect for a foliage stroll. We even took a drive to Mt. Adams and it was worth the trip. We visited with our two year old daughter and found some mild sections of the AT for her first hike.

The place was perfect. Our daughter loved the bunkbeds. The fire place was cozy and I read an entire book on the comfy red couch. The decor is cozy yet modern. We didn't spend any time on the front porch because it was a little too cold, but i bet that would be amazing in the summer. Overall, we look back on our on stay on Excalibur Drive fondly and hope to visit again soon.
business
Quiet Comfortable Cabin 5 Min. Walk to Swimming and Boating
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p182224
617-817-5140
Becket Berkshires
Medford, Massachusetts
5

Perfect Escape

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 23 May 2012 Date of Stay: May 2012
This place was exactly what we wanted. It is perfectly situated to enjoy nearby attractions. We enjoyed hiking a bit of the AT, visiting Jacob's Pillow grounds, and grabbing a drink and listening to some live music at the Dream Away Lodge, all within a 15-minute drive. The cabin itself was perfect--small and cozy, with hardwood everything, new appliances, a strong, hot shower and a beautiful back deck with a grill and place to build a bonfire. The only drawback was the proximity to nearby houses--it's close to the road and to other houses, so lacks the seclusion some might seek. Otherwise, highly recommended. The owners are super helpful and accommodating as well.
Helpful votes: 3/3
business
Quiet Comfortable Cabin 5 Min. Walk to Swimming and Boating
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p182224
617-817-5140
Becket Berkshires
5

Great escape!

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 21 April 2012 Date of Stay: April 2012
We loved this house. Perfect for a family, and if you're looking to get away from it all, this is the place, yet it is close to many of the great Berkshire attractions (Jacob's Pillow, Tanglewood, great restaurants, parks and Trustees of the Reservation properties, etc.) House was clean and well maintained and the owner is very responsive to all questions.
Helpful votes: 3/3
business
Quiet Comfortable Cabin 5 Min. Walk to Swimming and Boating
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p182224
617-817-5140
Becket Berkshires
5

Exactly what we wanted!

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 05 July 2011 Date of Stay: June 2011
Owner was extremely helpful.
The home was clean, in a perfect rural quiet setting, with daily canoe trips and long hikes and walks ... it was exactly what we wanted and more than we imagined. The screened porch is frosting on a great cake. Our teen daughters loved the roominess and ease of the whole experience.

Jacobs Pillow was great to visit and get a free outdoor show. The firepit , grill , and Obama puzzle made for some nice family time. I would recommend this expereince to anyone looking to relax and enjoy family and nature.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/2
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