House in Canaan, NY

Best of the Berkshires & Hudson Valley

Best of the Berkshires & Hudson Valley

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Overview of Best of the Berkshires & Hudson Valley

5 out of 5 Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Canaan, NY
  • Popular LocationTanglewood Music Center17 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Shrine of the Divine Mercy19 min drive
  • Popular LocationShakespeare and Company20 min drive
  • AirportHudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Best of the Berkshires & Hudson Valley

Located in Canaan, NY, less than a mile from the Massachusetts border, this wonderful 1700s post and beam farmhouse has recently undergone total restoration. Knoll Rock offers a wonderful combination of historic features combined with state-of-the-art comforts and amenities. Set on four tranquil acres, and close to Tanglewood and all the cultural and leisure activities the Berkshires and Hudson Valley region has to offer, this is the perfect place for a relaxing getaway or memorable vacation. All guests must provide positive reviews from previous VRBO bookings. Please make sure you meet this requirement prior to sending a booking request.

The entire house consists of a large open living, eating and gourmet kitchen area, plus a separate fully equipped studio kitchen, a large family room and four bedrooms (one king bed, two queen beds and one full bed). The four beautiful bathrooms are all fully tiled, with glass vanities and euro-style full-body power showers. One bathroom also offers a whirlpool tub. The beautiful trails on this property, and the owners’ adjoining land, offer country strolls and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing during winter season. With beach passes for idyllic Queechy Lake, swimming and kayaking are only five minutes away. Bikers can enjoy cycling the dirt roads near the house or on the many trails in the region. Spend warm summer evenings dining on the porch or out on the patio. The property is configured so that two families can share the home, yet maintain individual privacy if required. Knoll Rock is not ideal for toddlers who are just walking. Well supervised/behaved children are welcome. Easy accessibility via nearby Route 22 and I90. New York City is approximately two and a half hours and Boston two hours. As well as renting as an entire property, the property can be rented as just the main house (3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms), or studio wing (one large bedroom, living room, kitchenette and bathroom).

Guests have full access to all accommodations, other than the basement and attic. Bikes, kayaks, paddleboards and snowshoes, according to the season, are available by arrangement with the hosts. We have passes for the lovely private beach at Queechy Lake, for summer swimming The house is stocked with many wonderful games, books and movies. There are three large screen Roku TVs offering streaming Netflix, HBO, Showtime and other popular entertainment and news channels. With a cell tower less than a mile away, phone and data service is normally very good. We maintain trails on both properties (12 acres total), offering country strolls and mountain biking, or XC skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. Our neighboring network of dirt roads also offers biking and hiking opportunities. Close to all the wonderful places of interest and cultural activities of the Berkshires and Hudson Valley. A short drive from Tanglewood, Shakespeare & Co, Kripalu, The Mount, Hancock Shaker Village, Jiminy Peak, Catamount, Bousquet, etc.

Property manager

Mai Keklak

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
Not suitable for children 5 & under- Infants ok.

Events

No events allowed
Additional guests must be pre- arranged with owner

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the property!
Street shoes must be removed upon entering KR! Pls bring slippers! A set of house rules will be sent prior to check in. Garbage & recycling removed.
Covid-19 cleaning procedures followed. Stays of 30 days or more require bi-monthly cleaning for an additional $200 a session. Owner Reviews required!
Upon departure beds stripped and dirty towels deposited in laundry bins and placed by washer dryer. All food removed from fridges,cabinets,freezers.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: additional guests must be pre- arranged with owner
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Canaan

Located in Canaan, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ebenezer II Gifts and Antiques and Hotchkiss Mobile Studio are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Guido's Marketplace and Lee Premium Outlets. Traveling with kids? Consider Charles H. Baldwin & Sons and Hoffman's Pottery. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Tanglewood Music Center - 17 min drive
  • National Shrine of the Divine Mercy - 19 min drive
  • Shakespeare and Company - 20 min drive
  • Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum - 21 min drive
  • The Mount - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 20 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 2 min drive
  • Subway - 2 min drive
  • No. Six Depot Roastery & Cafe - 8 min drive
  • East Chatham Food Company - 10 min drive
  • Amici - 8 min drive

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Siobhan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great ski weekend!
Beautiful house. Very clean. Well stocked with all essentials. Great bathrooms. Plenty of space for our group. Warm and cozy! Mai was very helpful with great restaurant recommendations. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

5/5 Excellent

Jen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
We greatly enjoyed our stay at Knoll Rock…highly recommend it! Mai’s home is beautiful, and your every need has been considered! She is a wonderful host, available to answer any questions, and provide recommendations for local restaurants and activities. Knoll Rock is a short drive to all that makes the Berkshires so special. Don’t delay, book your stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

5/5 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely!
We enjoyed our stay at Knoll Rock. The house was peaceful, comfortable, well-located, and had everything we needed. Mai was very communicative and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

5/5 Excellent

Judith O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exquisite property combining historical, architectural and modern features.
Knock Knoll offers a one of a kind experience. A beautiful historical property updated with the finest and extensive amenities. Lovely outdoor areas for cooking, dining, relaxing and enjoying the quiet surroundings. Close to many attractions such as Tanglewood, The Mount, Norman Rockwell Museum, lots of galleries, dining, and hiking. Excellent care and attention from Mai and owners of the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

5/5 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had high expectations and this exceeded them.
This is a gem. It would be hard to overstate how much we enjoyed our stay here, and how perfect the place was for us. We were 3 adults and 2 children (ages 9 and 12); we stayed for 7 nights. The rambling configuration meant there was plenty of room - and privacy - for everyone, and the common areas were great for family time. It is well-appointed and it was stocked with everything we could possibly have needed. Mai was a terrific host. She was clear about her expectations, which we appreciated – and which we understood even better after seeing the property. It is a unique, historic house that was beautifully renovated and is meticulously maintained. She went out of her way to accommodate us and responded quickly to several queries we had during the week, including letting us borrow extra lawn chairs for concerts at Tanglewood. We also appreciated that she let us use her pass to the private beach at Queechy Lake – we had a great time there. Outside, we enjoyed the firepit, the patio, the yard and the solitude. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to lodge. We highly recommend this house and we hope to stay here again on our next trip to the Berkshires. P.S. The location was great! It is convenient to all the recreational and cultural offerings of the Berkshires, but without the crowds and traffic of Lenox and Stockbridge. (E.g., we didn't realize it at the time, but it's much more convenient for Tanglewood concerts because afterward you go in the opposite direction of the masses).

About the host

Hosted by Mai Keklak

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Terry and I have owned the adjoining property for many years and, now semi-retired, enjoy living in this beautiful area mostly full time. We are normally available to answer questions and offer recommendations and advice on the many local attractions and eating places available in the region.

Our two properties were, for many generations, one working farm. So, when we had the opportunity to acquire the sadly declining Knoll Rock, we enthusiastically jumped at it. After more than two years of considerable toil, stress and expense, we are delighted with the outcome and keen to share this beautiful and fascinating home with guests.

Work was completed earlier this year and we've had guests renting for the entire summer season. They have had nothing but wonderful things to say about Knoll Rock, so we are now feeling very confident about making our lovely home available on VRBO!

Why they chose this property

Bikes, kayaks, paddleboards and snowshoes, according to the season, are available by arrangement with the hosts. We have passes for the lovely private beach at Queechy Lake, for summer swimming

The house is stocked with many wonderful games, books and movies. There are three large screen Roku TVs offering streaming Netflix, HBO, Showtime and other popular entertainment and news channels. With a cell tower less than a mile away, cell service for Verizon & ATT is very reliable. There is a dedicated fiber optic connection that delivers 1G of mbps which allows for streaming on multiple devices at any given time.

We maintain trails on both properties (12 acres total), offering country strolls and mountain biking, or XC skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. Our neighboring network of dirt roads also offers biking and hiking opportunities.

Close to all the wonderful places of interest and cultural activities of the Berkshires and Hudson Valley. A short drive from Tanglewood, Shakespeare & Co, Kripalu, The Mount, Hancock Shaker Village, Jiminy Peak, Catamount, Bousquet, etc.

What makes this property unique

Close to all the wonderful places of interest and cultural activities of the Berkshires and Hudson Valley. A short drive from Tanglewood, Shakespeare & Co, Kripalu, The Mount, Hancock Shaker Village, Jiminy Peak, Catamount, Bousquet, etc.

Languages:

English
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