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A Beautiful Log Cabin In The Woods, On Pontoosuc Lake, Yet Near Everything

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Consider a stay at A Beautiful Log Cabin In The Woods, On Pontoosuc Lake, Yet Near Everything and take advantage of a firepit, a playground and laundry facilities. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking at this cabin. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

A Beautiful Log Cabin In The Woods, On Pontoosuc Lake, Yet Near Everything

  • Greetings from John at the American House! This is the perfect getaway to destress and relax! This is an original Lincoln Logs home, nestled in two and a half acres of private woodland, with 100 feet of lake frontage. No noisy omotorboats at this end of the lake, just lots of wildlife and an occasional canoe or kayak. A hand crafted canoe is ready for your enjoyment, as well as 3 kayaks. Very private property with almost anything you may need provided down by the water, including an outdoor screen with projector and a dock for launching the canoe and kayaks. Check out the pictures!

    Cabin sleeps five, with a queen bed in the master bedroom on main floor, a double log bed and a queen bed in the loft, as well as a twin rollaway in walk in closet. The bathroom is off the spacious den. There is an air conditioner in the master bedroom. Normally the cabin stays quite cool by following a few easy tips. Please help yourselves to the well stocked kitchen and linens. A brand new gas stove is in kitchen. Large TV in the living room and in the den with lots of movies to watch. Two twelve by twelve foot Canopies right on the water with a stocked fire pit and hammocks nearby. Electricity, WIFI, refrigerator and rain barrel all conveniently located. Large outdoor screen with Bluetooth speaker for viewing movies or concerts also down by the water. New, a private screened gazebo right on the water with a gas firepit 100 ft from the main area (where the tent used to be).

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: strict policy

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Leave sheets on beds and towels in tub

Trash goes in blue plastic bin in shed.

Leave key where you found it.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Note from host: call about exceptions

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Must be prearranged with owner

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Strict policy

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Must be prearranged with owner
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number C0110752360

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Pittsfield, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Greylock State Reservation and Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center, while Tanglewood Music Center and Barrington Stage Company are cultural highlights. Lichtenstein Center for the Arts and Berkshire Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Pittsfield travel guide
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Pittsfield, MA

What's nearby

  • A hillside with autumn-colored trees and five wind turbines against a blue sky with clouds.
    Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
    21 min drive - 18.9 km
  • A historic building with ivy-covered brick walls, a large lawn, and a clear blue sky.
    Williams College
    30 min drive - 34.7 km
  • A wooden pergola structure with a pathway covered in fallen leaves, surrounded by trees and grass.
    Tanglewood Music Center
    33 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Pontoosuc Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center
    15 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center
    11 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Alltown
    10 min drive
  • Crossroads
    10 min drive
  • Pizza House
    11 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    4 min drive
  • Hot Harry's Fresh Burritos
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Beautiful Log Cabin In The Woods, On Pontoosuc Lake, Yet Near Everything pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Beautiful Log Cabin In The Woods, On Pontoosuc Lake, Yet Near Everything?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Beautiful Log Cabin In The Woods, On Pontoosuc Lake, Yet Near Everything?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Beautiful Log Cabin In The Woods, On Pontoosuc Lake, Yet Near Everything?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Beautiful Log Cabin In The Woods, On Pontoosuc Lake, Yet Near Everything located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Pontoosuc Lake and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Onota Lake. Pittsfield Dog Park and Cheshire Reservoir are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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A Beautiful Log Cabin In The Woods, On Pontoosuc Lake, Yet Near Everything Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is a perfect place for a relaxing stay, near the water, and close to everything in the area, yet removed enough to feel like you're in the middle of the forest. John was excellent to communicate with, and we look forward to coming back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin continues to be a magical place. It is incredibly comfortable and homey and the property is set up to meet all the needs you may have- indoor fires, outdoor fires, grilling, smores, movies indoor or outdoor, paddling, and birds upon birds that beg to be watched. This was our third year and we will keep coming back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing get away

5 stars all around very relaxing and a great location. John is a great host too very accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

Had an amazing weekend in this beautiful cabin! Highly recommend staying here! Great host, amazing views, beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin on the lake with loads of amenities and welcoming touches. It was just me visiting a colleague but this is a great place for a group retreat or family fun as well as a peaceful place for someone traveling solo. Excellent and communicative host and I really enjoyed my time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

Great visit to the Berkshires. The house is setback from the road and you have great privacy but also very convenient. Easy access to all the Berkshires attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A piece of paradise

What a wonderful place. Everything was perfect, the location the amenities were all fabulous. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin by the lake

What a fabulous place! It was quiet and peaceful with a beautiful view of the lake. We loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway on the lake

What a tranquil, relaxing getaway on a beautiful lake surrounded by nature! Enjoy the hand-crafted canoe, evenings by the fire pit, and lots of hiking in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond expectation - a hidden Gem

I could not be more satisfied with the experience we had during our short stay. It was actually very nice to be more in the quiet Cove vs the main lake area… Paddling via canoe or kayak to the main lake area and swimming off of the island there was quite special.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great experience

We had a wonderful stay. The setting is beautiful, the host was easy to communicate with, and the house was full of amenities. The lakefront BBQ area is a huge plus. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend get away with family

My family and I had an amazing time for a nice weekend getaway at John’s cabin. The cabin was beautiful and very welcoming. There was everything you would need to have a comfortable stay. The lake side amenities made they stay even better. Spent the two days down by and on the water making family memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cabin and property

The cabin is large and extremely well stocked inside and out. The property is large and there are many amenities outside near the water. The cabin had everything we needed and it is close to Mount Greylock reserve. I wish we had a few more days to spend there. We would love to visit again. The best VRBO we have ever rented.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin on the lake. So many activities including kayaking, canoeing and just floating. Very private location but close enough that restaurants deliver. Easy to get down to the lake from the cabin, even for seniors. Full entertainment areas at the waterfront. I hosted a dinner for twelve with no problem. Owner is great and available if you need him
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Active Getaway

We wanted a short getaway where we could relax in an active way! We fished, kayaked, hiked and mini-golfed and still had plenty of time for board games and reading. Thank you John for sharing your little slice of heaven with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bliss

Very relaxing & peaceful spot. John was a gracious host & even called when we were late arriving to check on us. The house was well stocked & had so many amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hiking the AT

Although we planned to stay here to hike the AT and paddle, we ended up also biking on the local rail trail. The place was perfectly located. The nearby restaurants were great (Zucchini's & Proprietors). It was so relaxing by the water! The wild life was great, especially the bobcat. The kitchen was fully stocked and lots of extras. Great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Great Vacation Spot!

This cabin and property is beautiful, clean, fully stocked, and very well maintained. We stayed there during a hot July week but the cabin was always cool and comfortable. The bedroom is air conditioned and the fans circulated the air, maintaining a pleasant temperature. The host was always available to answer any questions or concerns. We would gladly stay here again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent...

John is very nice to communicate. He made sure our stay is all good and with comfort. Will be coming back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite Relaxing Retreat

John was helpful and kind. I would definitely rent his cabin again. It's clean and comfortable. The grounds are beautiful with several seating areas and a grill by the water. Kayaking was perfect, the adjacent lake is clean and great for swimming. And, of course, The Berkshires are a wonderful playground for cultural activities, hiking and biking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Berkshire Beautiful

What a great weekend!! I just wish we could have stayed longer. The cabin is beautiful and had everything I was looking for. Very comfortable accommodations for the 3 of us. We throughly enjoyed being outdoors around the fire pit which was great after a long afternoon on the kayak and canoe. Host was easy to reach with great communication. Overall very happy with our stay and look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

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Peaceful getaway

This is a well loved family property and evidence of their enjoyment of it surrounds you. The location is lovely and we spent mornings and afternoons sitting by the water or kayaking and exploring the wetlands. If you love nature then this is the spot for you. We saw bald eagles, osprey, kingfishers, a least bittern, herons and a common egret.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent

Our stay was amazing, clean and comfortable. John was an outstanding host. The house and everything we needed plus more! Would definitely recommend. Thank you John. Sincerely Lisa & Jeff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Berkshires

This was the second time we stayed in this home because it is so nice and the host is generous and friendly. On a cold rainy day we stayed indoors with a fire and on the nice weather days we spent time by the lake. A perfect combination. We definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to relax and unwind.

We had lovely stay between Christmas and New Years. The cabin was decorated for the holidays, including personalized Christmas stockings for my three children filled with gifts. My kids are already asking when they can go back! The cabin is set back off the road leaving it very quiet, peaceful and secluded. John was very accommodating and the cabin is equipped with everything you could need for an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023