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Beautiful anytime of the Year.. Sunny Pond will not disappoint.

Beautiful anytime of the Year.. Sunny Pond will not disappoint.

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Beauty In the Berkshires
bridge leading to small island in pond.
bridge from main property to the island where fire pit lives.
Spectacular Sunsets from your front Deck.
mudroom entrance to the kitchen

Overview of Beautiful anytime of the Year.. Sunny Pond will not disappoint.

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12697 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Austerlitz, NY
  • Popular LocationTanglewood Music Center27 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Shrine of the Divine Mercy28 min drive
  • Popular LocationSki Butternut28 min drive
  • AirportHudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)32 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Beautiful anytime of the Year.. Sunny Pond will not disappoint.

Come stay with us.. relax and enjoy "The Beauty of the Berkshires". This beautiful renovated Georgian Colonial home sits on 40 acres of lush wooded property. The main home can sleep up to 14 people and the separate guest house sleeps an additional 4 people comfortably. Both houses enjoy the view of the beautiful expansive pond.. You can fish, swim, take a pedal boat ride or just enjoy the calmness of the pond. Sunny Pond and its surrounding property is a wonderful place to gather with family and friends. Although a large home it feels cozy and warm. For larger groups there are many large rooms for people to spend time together or you can cozy up to a fire with a book from our library. Lovely views and settings from all rooms. this property can be enjoyed all year. Close to 3 major ski mountains and sledding right outside the front door makes the property a snowy wonderland during the winter months. In the summer dive from our swimming dock into the pond where you can enjoy hours of fun with all the water toys to make for a great day. If you do not enjoy swimming in fresh water pond feel free to take our pedal boat out for a ride.
On the first floor the home has many wonderful rooms to enjoy.
The kitchen is where most gather and is very large and perfect for a big group to prepare meals. Appointed with 2.5 ovens/microwave/6 burner stove/ large refrigerator and freezer along with all you could possibly need to entertain and enjoy cooking in this spacious kitchen. All dishes/silverware/ pots/pans/ and the list goes on are all included to make your stay easy and relaxing. The great room off the kitchen has a wonderful fireplace to relax yet still be part of the fun In the kitchen. Our open dining room with a fireplace can hold many at the main table. We provide add on tables and chairs for large groups. The library with a fireplace is cozy warm room to enjoy the fire/ TV a good book or enjoy your company. The Livingroom is a great place to all hang out watch TV and relax. If you are working and need an office we have a private office with a computer and all you need to conduct your business.
All of the bedrooms are located on the second floor and are split into two areas.
One side of the house has three bedrooms each with a queen bed. There is a full bathroom on that side of the house and a second bathroom right down the stairs on the first floor. (if children want to sleep with parents most rooms can hold a mattress on the floor
The other side of the house includes the master with an in-suite bath, one guestroom with a queen bed, the children’s room with a queen bottom bed and a twin on top. There is a pullout trundle in that room as well. The smaller room has a day bed which pulls to two twin beds. There are two bathrooms on that side of the house. The third floor landing has a ping pong table and extra mattresses in case you need extra sleeping room.
Our finished basement includes a childrens playroom with a separate TV watching area, fully appointed gym with small refrigerator for cold towels and water and a Laundry room that includes a Washer/dryer an iron and a bathroom.
The front deck in the summer has couches and lounge chairs to entertain and enjoy the outdoors and take in the beauty of the pond and the setting. The back porch has a big table to enjoy meals outside. The play area with a jungle gym set is enclosed for the children to safely play.
Have a large group and need more space? We have the answer. Our separate guesthouse apartment includes a bedroom with a king bed, One small room with twin beds, a sleeping alcove off the living room with a day bed to sleep 2 and One bathroom. The small full kitchen is perfect to make meals and the living room dining area are off the kitchen for an open feel to the apartment. This apartment is used for overflow for groups renting the main house and will not be rented to other parties while main house is rented. This house is not for rent on its own. We also have a Tesla charging station in the garage of the main house.
Catamount ski area 10 minutes away Butternut 25 minutes away and Jiminny Peak 40 minutes away. We are close to Great Barrington (10 miles) and Chatham (8) miles. Movies, Bowling, museums, Tanglewood, are a stones throw away and we are 13 miles from the Hudson Train Station.
The location and the property are true gems...

Property manager

randi matalon
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
Parties/ Events must be approved through inquiry

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Must inquire first and have approval for the pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets allowed with approval
Government ID must be submitted within 24hrs of the booking
check in and out times will vary depending on the time of the year.

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: Parties/ Events must be approved through inquiry
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Austerlitz

Located in Austerlitz, this vacation home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Taconic State Park and Fairfield Brook WMA, while Tanglewood Music Center and The Mac-Haydn Theatre are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Ebenezer II Gifts and Antiques and Hotchkiss Mobile Studio. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Austerlitz, NY

What's nearby

  • Catamount Ski Area - 19 min drive
  • Norman Rockwell Museum - 25 min drive
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 27 min drive
  • National Shrine of the Divine Mercy - 28 min drive
  • Ski Butternut - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 35 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 15 min drive
  • Subway - 15 min drive
  • Dan's Diner - 13 min drive
  • Banjo Mountain Cafe - 19 min drive
  • Bezalel Gables Fine Catering & Events - 16 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay at Sunny Pond
The photos do not do this property justice! It is an amazing home, beautifully kept, huge property yet so cozy. The kitchen was impressive and fully stocked. We had a great time thank you for letting us stay in your lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home, Great Experience
My family's stay at Sunny Pond was such a wonderful experience. When we entered the house we were impressed by the beautiful furnishings, appointments and supreme cleanliness. The house is large and the kitchen was extremely well equipped. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. There was a severe rain and wind storm that knocked out the power in the town. The owner was on top of the situation and very easy to communicate with. We are looking forward to our next stay at this magnificent home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best rental property EVER!
We have done a lot of rental properties for many years in the US and abroad, we walked in and were totally blown away! Pictures of property were beautiful but did not reflect how absolutely amazing the house and grounds are. The spaces are even more generous in person than in the pictures (usually the opposite in home listings!). The house is spotless and so tastefully decorated and equipped. Best kitchen I think I have ever worked in, and we cook pretty enthusiastically. I walked in and said that this is the best rental house I have ever seen, and my wife said it may be the best house she has ever seen! Randi, you are simply amazing as well. Thanks for all (and the baked goods, chocolates, bottle of wine and all on arrival).
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house for the family in the Berkshires
This was our second stay at Sunny Pond. Our family had a fabulous time. The house is magnificent! Outside there is a large pond with a paddle boat, an island with a fire pit (great for smores!), and lots of rafts, as well as a playground. Indoors, the kids loved the playroom downstairs and ping pong area upstairs. The dining area can accommodate a large group. There are numerous seating areas. The bedrooms are divided among two main areas of the house. It is a wonderful setting for a family to enjoy time in the Berkshires. Tanglewood is about 20 minutes away. The host is very responsive to any requests. We hope to return to Sunny Pond next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Birthday Celebration
Run don't walk to Sunny Pond!!! The photos of Sunny Pond online are perfect and accurate, however driving onto the property and seeing the pond and house for the first time is breathtaking. There is a peace and serenity surrounding you as well as the beauty of the property. There were 10 of us and there was plenty of room. The kitchen is a dream and very well equipped from utensils, cutting boards, knives, glassware, dinnerware, platters, bowls , etc. You name it and it's there for your use. The gym is so well equipped and the children's play area would be any child's dream. Let's not forget the pool table on the third floor!! Outdoor seating in both front and back of house is lovey and comfortable. The pond is beautiful as well as the island with a fire pit where we were able to toast marshmallows. We will be back!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by randi matalon

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This home and property has brought great joy to our family. We love what having large gatherings with family and friends and what that means to us. In the winters it can be preparing large meals together,or sitting by a fire and relaxing, or skiing. In the summer it can be enjoying the pond, taking a hike or star gazing. The one thing we know is a happy house is a house that is used and appreciated by many. Since our schedule does not permit for us to be there as much as we would like we are happy to share our home so others can create memories at Sunny Pond.

Why they chose this property

When you pull up to the property it speaks for itself. The glistening pond and the majestic house. For us the area was centrally located in areas our family enjoys. We are in the middle of Great Barrington Mass., Chatham Ny, and Hudson NY.

What makes this property unique

The setting is truly uniques and the pond is magnificent. It is serene, welcoming, and the feeling of the home and the property is very special. We fell in love with it the minute we saw it. It is special in the winter, summer and of course fall foliage in Sept/October

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