Apartment in Charlemont, MA

Unique People & Pet-Welcoming Country Haven

Unique People & Pet-Welcoming Country Haven

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Cavalier Cottage, a superb getaway for all seasons and reasons!
Welcome to Cavalier Cottage currently home to 5 rescued Cavaliers.
Privacy personified at the Cottage.  Enjoy simple country sophistication.
Breakfast on the deck is always a great idea
Living area

Overview of Unique People & Pet-Welcoming Country Haven

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 459 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Charlemont, MA
  • Popular LocationDeerfield River18 min walk
  • Popular LocationBridge of Flowers7 min drive
  • Popular LocationGlacial Potholes, Shelburne Falls8 min drive
  • AirportHartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)72 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Unique People & Pet-Welcoming Country Haven

BREAKING NEWS:
Cavalier Cottage has received, for the 2nd consecutive year, two distinguished awards as 'Top Vacation Rental' and 'Rated Excellence' In their own words…also Super Host honors from the largest vacation rental company from 2017 through 2023,

A SPECIAL PLACE
Discover Cavalier Cottage B&B, a pet-friendly home away from your home and an attractive alternative to conventional hotels, motels and B&B’s. We warmly welcome visitors who come to this beautiful and diverse area of Western Massachusetts with or without their companion animals.
PET-FRIENDLY WAS THE IMPETUS FOR OPENING
Since opening the cottage in January of 2012, I’ve welcomed more guests than I could possibly have predicted or hoped. It seems that Cavalier Cottage has answered a need for truly pet-friendly accommodations. I could tell you stories about the wonderful four-leggeds who’ve enjoyed country walks here, not to mention their terrific two-legged companions. I could not have imagined that I’d meet such a variety of interesting people when I opened the cottage this past winter.

Nestled at the base of the Charlemont hills and located on a very quiet country road, Cavalier Cottage is spacious, bright and comfortable. The live-in area is simply but graciously appointed, featuring ceiling to floor windows, newly installed oak laminate flooring, a queen size bed with a deluxe Simmons plush-firm mattress, private entrance and private deck. The fully equipped kitchen has an eat-in area with a full size stove and refrigerator (in case you want to cook-in), and a private bathroom. Relax on the private deck and enjoy the country view. For entertainment, you can access Netflix, Amazon, MHZChoice, and Acorn movies & shows, Fubh TV with over 120 channels on a 32" flat screen TV, or play classic board games. To stay in touch with the outside world, the cottage is equipped with broadband Wi-Fi. Amenities also include a delicious Continental breakfast with Pat’s English scones, a small but growing library, and a CD player with a collection of jazz and classical CD’s.

CENTRAL LOCATION FOR ALL W.MA ATTRACTIONS
Cavalier Cottage is conveniently located to the Mohawk Trail (Route 2) and many outdoor activities: There are great hiking trails, river rafting, tubing, zip line canopy tours, horseback riding, tennis, golf, biking, snow shoeing, rock climbing, downhill and X-country skiing. The beautiful Massachusetts countryside, with its many quaint villages and towns, is also home to a great variety of iconic educational and cultural destinations, including MassMoCa, the Clarke Institute of Art on the Williams College campus, and many more. The area is a four-season vacation destination, from foliage time in the autumn, through ski season into spring hiking time and summer holidays. Time here is sublimely tranquil and peaceful.

~Berkshire East ski area, just 15 minutes up Rt. 2 from the cottage. Not only skiing but canopy tours and summer sled rides.

Please note:
As more guests have visited, many potential guests were unable to come because the dates they wanted were already booked. Because Cavalier Cottage can only accommodate one party of guests at a time, we highly recommend that if your desired dates are available, you secure the space by submitting a deposit (through the cottage website) or by booking it on-line on this site, in order to avoid disappointment. Cavalier Cottage, a cottage for all seasons, is perfect for week-long vacations, weekend or mid-week getaways, writer’s retreats, house-hunting visits, and temporary lodging for relocated executives.

We look forward to continuing to share our cozy and comfortable cottage with guests from around the world.

Please feel free to contact us if you have any comments or questions.

A very warm greeting awaits all who visit Cavalier Cottage.


MORE THAN 2…

~ Choice of two 39'x 80' Japanese futon mattresses or a Queen Size airbed with air-filled base, both very comfortable.
~ Children 12 and under stay for free

ABOUT THE AREA
Cavalier Cottage Bed and Breakfast is just minutes from downtown Shelburne Falls, MA and the famous Bridge of Flowers, the glacial potholes, splendid shopping and dining choices, as well as the work of local artisans featured in galleries and cooperatives. Other area towns such as Greenfield, Northampton and Amherst offer a plethora of locally-owned galleries, stores, restaurants, cafes and art museums.

AREA COLLEGES
¦43 minutes to Smith College, Northampton – 31 miles
¦24 minutes Greenfield Community College & Stillpoint School of Massage, Greenfield -14 miles
¦50 minutes to Hampshire College, Amherst – 37 miles
¦45 minutes to Amherst College and UMass – 31 miles
¦1 hour to Mt. Holyoke College S. Hadley – 47 miles
¦58 minutes to Williams College, Williamstown – 29.8 miles
¦27 minutes to Conway School of Landscape Design, Conway – 13 miles
¦35 minutes to Hallmark School of Photography, Turners Falls – 19.5 miles
¦26 minutes to Gold Thread Herb Farm, Conway – 12.9 miles
¦37 minutes to C.S. Lewis College, Northfield – 24 miles
¦46 minutes to Mass College of Liberal Arts (MCLA), N. Adams – 24 miles
TOWNS
¦8 minutes to Shelburne Falls – 4.5 miles
¦43 minutes to Brattleboro — 33.5 miles
CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS
¦45 minutes to Mass Moca, N. Adams – 28.5 miles
¦19 minutes to Shantigar Village, where artistic and spiritual practices entwine, Rowe – 19 miles
¦1 hr. and 20 minutes to Jacobs Pillow, Becket – 53 miles
¦1 hr. and 20 minutes to Tanglewood – 46 miles
¦1 hours to the Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute – 38 miles
¦57 minutes to the Williamstown Theatre Festival and 62 Center for Theatre and Dance, Williamstown – 30 miles
¦1 hour and 29 minutes to the Norman Rockwell Museum, Stockbridge – 50.8 miles
¦10 minutes to Mohawk Trail Concerts, Charlemont – 6 miles
¦50 minutes to Amherst and the National Yiddish Center on the campus at Hampshire College – 37 miles
¦30 minutes to Historic Deerfield Village – 21 miles
¦15 minutes to Rowe Conference Center – 12 miles
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
¦10 minutes to Zoar Outdoors (canopy tours and river rafting), Charlemont – 5.8 miles
¦13 minutes to Berkshire East (zip-line and skiing), Charlemont – 6.5 miles.
~40 minutes to Mt. Snow in Wilmington, VT - 28 miles
¦¦5 minutes to Crab Apple (river rafting, kayaking and rentals)

Keywords: dog friendly b&b, dog-friendly accommodation, pet-friendly b&b, animal-friendly b&b, Mohawk Trail Rt. 2, pet-friendly lodgings, Sugaring, Berkshire East, zipline & canopy tours, river rafting, kayaking, hiking, x-country, snowshoeing, golf, tennis, horseback riding.

NOTE:
If using a GPS device to get to the cottage, enter the town of Shelburne Falls, 01370.

Property manager

patricia butterfield

Languages

English

Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number yes,bnb,C0127782680

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Shelburne Falls

Located in Shelburne Falls, this apartment is near theme parks. White Barn Studio and Double Edge Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include G. William Pitt House and Collection and Bridge of Flowers. Bald Mountain Pottery and Shelburne Falls Bowling Alley are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Deerfield River - 18 min walk
  • Bald Mountain Pottery - 6 min drive
  • Bridge of Flowers - 7 min drive
  • Glacial Potholes, Shelburne Falls - 8 min drive
  • Shelburne Falls Bowling Alley - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Greenfield Station - 22 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Shelburne Falls Coffee Roasters - 14 min drive
  • Baked - 8 min drive
  • Mo's Fudge Factor - 7 min drive
  • Well's Provisions Cafe & Market - 10 min drive
  • Floodwater Brewing Co. - 7 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reconnecting with friends
We’re originally from the area. It was great to connect with friends, ski at Berkshire East, and enjoy the ever changing weather. It was nice to find a place where we could bring our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice dog-friendly place near Berkshire East
I had a ski race at Berkshire East, and the three of us had a nice stay. Very cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

JOHN S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property Sucked
There was no stay. We made the mistake of arriving one day early. Once we saw the property, is was discussing. Did not go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend Stay
Patricia was very nice. Comfortable bed. Very clean, but many moths and some crawling bugs we had to take care of. Instructions for TV use would be helpful, and explicit directions, and or map to Sunburn Beach would be very helpful. Close to a lot of shopping, rafting/kyaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the cavalier cottage
Cozy and comfortable cottage that is very pet friendly. It was nice to bring our small dogs and feel at home. Delicious coffee and scones made by the host each morning too
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by patricia butterfield

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I have lived in the Pioneer Valley for the past 30 years. Before embarking on this semi-retired passage of my life, I owned and managed a private career school for cosmetology and esthetics (skin care) education and opened the first full service day spa, both Northampton-based. I have been involved in animal rights and animal welfare for many years.

Since moving to the Charlemont-Shelburne Falls area, I’ve become acquainted with Leslie and Ed Grinnell, owners of Eddie’s Wheels . Leslie and Ed custom design wheelchairs for disabled companion animals and provide them and their care givers valuable guidance and support. I volunteered at Eddie’s Wheels and have had the privilege and opportunity to meet many wonderful dogs and cats who seek wheelchair assistance to regain mobility.

Leslie provided me with the inspiration to launch Cavalier Cottage as a place where her out of town clients, both 2 and 4-legged, could spend a night after a fitting for a wheelchair.

In addition, I am a major animal person and there are not very many lodgings in the area that permit pets. And it's always a delight to meet new and interesting people.

After living in NYC and working for the airline industry when I was single and young and then married for a 15 year stint, this venture now provides me much pleasure as I strive to grow Cavalier Cottage!

I look forward to warmly welcoming you to Cavalier Cottage with or without your companion animals.

Why they chose this property

This area of Western Massachusetts offers great tranquility, natural beauty, many diverse outdoor, educational and cultural activities.

The people of West County are extraordinarily kind and caring.

What makes this property unique

I share space at Cavalier Cottage with my marvellous rescued dogs and cats. Neighbors and other community members have made me feel very welcome and it just feels so right. I enjoy and value the peace and beauty this area provides me.

Languages:

English
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