Serenity Stone Cottage

THE SERENITY STONE COTTAGE
YEAR-ROUND VACATION RENTAL
Heath, Massachusetts

The Serenity Stone Cottage is tucked into five private acres of meadow, pond, and forest in the historic town of Heath, Massachusetts (population 805) in the Berkshires. Located just off the scenic Mohawk Trail, this hidden treasure was built in 1933 and eventually became a summer home to renowned theologian Reinhold Niebuhr, author of the Serenity Prayer. The Serenity Prayer (in its original version) was written at the stone cottage, and first preached by Mr. Niebuhr in the Heath Union Church in 1943. This all-season cottage has been lovingly maintained to reflect its original warmth, charm, and unique sense of peace and quiet.

The exterior design of the cottage is European in style, with a beautiful stone façade, cedar shakes, balcony porches, a hidden stone stairway, and a courtyard garden. All-around windows look out from the main living room to a cedar grove, a field of wildflowers, a small (seasonal) pond, and the woods beyond. The cottage is surprisingly spacious (approximately 1500 square feet on three levels) and there are skylights throughout.

This vacation rental is ideal for 4-6 guests, but will accommodate seven.

MASTER BEDROOM SUITE - Queen bed, private full bath, cast iron (electric) woodstove, library/ sitting room, and private porch with a "table for two" overlooking tiered rock gardens.

"WHITE BEDROOM"- Two single beds, shared full bath.

"YELLOW BEDROOM"- Daybed that converts to single bed, shared full bath.

LOFT – A light and open space of angled walls, wooden beams, exposed brick; double futon couch, and reading nook.

KITCHEN- Bright and cheerful eat-in kitchen seats 4-6 (fully equipped).

LIVING ROOM- Comfortable furniture for cozy gatherings, fireplace, dining space; this room opens up to a south-side balcony porch.

FAMILY ROOM – Casual space for playing games and watching movies; brick (electric) fireplace.

The interior is furnished in an eclectic mix of antique, vintage, and contemporary styles. Décor is simple with small touches of luxury. Every room is freshly painted, all appliances are brand new, and furniture is new or newly re-finished. This little house stays cool in the summer and toasty warm in colder seasons.

We have high standards for housekeeping, so you will find the cottage sparkling clean. You will typically be welcomed with samples of local coffee, maple syrup, and fresh flowers. Other amenities include: ·

Quilts, blankets, linens, towels

Dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, blender, basic herbs and spices

Paper products, soaps, first aid supplies

Television with DVD/ VHS player (no cable service)

Radio/ CD player, alarm clock, hair dryer

Books, Board games, DVDs and videos

Washer and Dryer, Iron w/ board

WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS

Free local phone service; LD phone cards may be purchased at the cottage

Area maps and tourist information

High chair, portable crib, etc. available with advance notice.

Basketball (three-minute walk to basketball court in Heath Center)

Wicker porch furniture, lawn furniture, picnic table

Gas barbeque grill & utensils

Firewood

Please note that this is a non-smoking cottage and that (sorry) we cannot accept pets.

Have questions or need more information? Just ask!

SO MANY THINGS TO DO!!

The wonderful village of SHELBURNE FALLS, MA is just 8 miles away, where you will find the famous Bridge of Flowers, superb bistros and a casual pub, glacial potholes, the Trolley Museum, Mole Hollow Candles, McCusker’s Market (natural foods), local crafts and art galleries (a virtual Mecca for fiber arts), Mocha Maya’s (an excellent coffee shoppe with live music), Pothole Pictures (movie gems), and concerts by Hilltown Music that are hosted at an 1850’s Opera House (Memorial Hall)!

Note: The Serenity Stone Cottage is located in (Franklin county) western Massachusetts, less than one hour to Shelburne Falls, Greenfield, South Deerfield, and Northampton to the southeast, and Charlemont, North Adams and Williamstown to the south/ southwest. The cottage is only about five miles from southern Vermont, an easy drive to Jacksonville, Wilmington, West Dover (home of Mount Snow), or Brattleboro.

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Come and be inspired by the social, political, and spiritual history of the Serenity Stone Cottage. Create a peaceful retreat, or plan your vacation around day trips to any number of fabulous destinations in the Berkshires of Massachusetts (and neighboring towns in Vermont).

Please contact us at info@SerenityStoneCottage.com for availability, deposit & payment requirements, off-season specials, and tourist information.

You can also find us at www.HomeAway.com, rental property #190201

We look forward to hearing from you!

Lisa and Steve Andrews

Owners/ Hosts, Serenity Stone Cottage