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STOCKBRIDGE | 4 br, 4 ba, 3 hf ba | $3,700,000 Walk to Tanglewood from this elegant, meticulously crafted home set on 36 acres. Beautiful views, gracious flow and detailing, highest quality throughout. Marble floored conservatory. “Welcoming arms” double staircase. A true gem.

MLS: 211352 Cover Property

SHEFFIELD | 3 br, 2 ba, 1 hf ba | $2,750,000 | Bull Hill Farm A 1785 Farmhouse with extensive formal gardens that marry land and house into a masterpiece. Restored main house with period details. Guest house. A menagerie of outdoor living spaces. Dove house. Stone barn.

MLS: 210886

Cover photography courtesy of Randy O’Rourke

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BerkshireCountystyle With its gorgeous bucolic scenery and quintessential New England towns, Berkshire County offers a plethora of green meadows, endless blue skies, eclectic shops, locally sourced foods, and a vibrant arts community. Only two and a half hours to Boston or New York City, the Berkshires have long been a vacation destination for those seeking the soothing whispers of the countryside.

The imprints of early settlers are everywhere; old mills, fine antique homes, and stone paths dot the landscape. Quaint historical vignettes beckon. You will find that we take great pride in the numerous organic farms and markets, harvest shares, artisanal bread and local cheese makers, local brewers, and farm-to-table restaurants.

Berkshire County boasts a wide array of diverse property. From sprawling historic estates to modern homes tucked into the woods; you can find your dream home here. Our agents lead the real estate industry in expertise, and can assist you in the purchase or sale of any property – large or small.

We hope that you enjoy this issue of Berkshire County Style, and a sampling of our fine real estate offerings. Our company, William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty is growing rapidly. With 27 offices in Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts, we are the best local choice with global connections. We opened our doors in Great Barrington in 2013, and have been helping sellers and buyers realize their goals with our powerful real estate marketing, local experience, and a commitment to excellence.

As representatives of Sotheby’s, we carry the lineage of the famed art auction house that was started in 1744 and is the oldest company listed on the New York Stock Exchange. The worldwide referral network of Sotheby’s International Realty consists of 760 offices in 60 countries. We have access to international global marketing power that is incomparable to anything else in this area.

To this day, we sell fine things. We are experts in luxury real estate.

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SHEFFIELD | 4 br, 2 ba, 1 hf ba | $830,000 Renovated and Expanded, 3 Landscaped Acs., 2-Story Barn. ` MLS: 210570

CHESHIRE | 8 br, 7 ba, 1 hf ba | $575,000 18th Century, 6,000 SF, Separate Grand Master Suite Wing.

MLS: 210332

STOCKBRIDGE | 3 br, 1 ba, 1 hf ba | $289,000 1800 Farmhouse, Walk to Downtown, New Interlock Roof.

MLS: 210691

ALFORD | 4 br, 2 ba, 1 hf ba | $695,000 Turn-key. Great Room, Cathedral Ceilings. First Floor Master.

MLS: 210797

NEW MARLBOROUGH | 3 br, 2 ba, 1 hf ba | $1,350,000 Waterfront. Scavolini Kitchen, Media Room, Oversized Deck.

MLS: 210123

GREAT BARRINGTON | 3 br, 2 ba, 1 hf ba | $649,000 Remodeled. Fireplace. Eat-in Kitchen. Large Deck. Great setting.

MLS: 210153

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TYRINGHAM | 3 br, 4 ba | $2,8900,000 150’ Frontage on Goose Pond. Private beach & Dock. 3-Story Window to Capture Water Views. First Floor Master Suite with Luxurious Bath. Open Floor Plan.

MLS: 211151

PITTSFIELD | 6 br, 5 ba, 3 hf ba | $3,950,000 Morewood Manor: Exquisitely& Authentically Restored 1911 Mansion. Amazing Detail Throughout. 10,000 SF, 11 Acres on Golf Course. Separate Carriage House.

MLS: 207492

GREAT BARRINGTON | 4 br, 4 ba, 1 hf ba | $1,890,000 Stunning Home on 15 Private Acres with Mountain Views. Great Room with Glass Walls, Indoor & Outdoor Pools, 5500 SF, Terraces, 2 Fireplaces.

MLS: 211551

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ThingS TO SEE and dO in BERkShiRE COunTy 1. Step back in time at ashley house in Sheffield, when you tour the 1735 homestead rich with history. There are also five miles of hiking at Bartholomew’s Cobble and a 1,000 foot Hurlburt’s Hill climb for the extra adventurous.

2. Chant and sing at Kripalu, a bucolic center for Yoga and Health. Or sign up for a yoga class, they have many types of yoga at this acclaimed retreat center, as well as spiritual wellness classes. There is even yoga for kids!

3. drink in the sunset and pack a picnic basket at Naumkeag in Stockbridge. With its gracious house, magnificent gardens, and panoramic views, Naumkeag is a quintessential country estate open to the public. Stop at Bistro Box on the way and order your food “to go.”

4. Stand under a waterfall at Bish Bash Falls in Mt Washington. An exhilarating experience as you hike to the falls, as the sound of cascading water beckons. It is spectacular – bring a suit to lounge in the pools of shimmering water!

5. Visit norm. Norman Rockwell, that is. Visit his museum, The Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge. Visit his actual studio there. Afterwards, head to downtown Stockbridge, where many of his subjects are found.

6. Sit under the stars and hear angels sing (or the Boston Symphony Orchestra), at Tanglewood in Lenox. James Taylor is a crowd favorite here, as is the art of the lawn picnic.

7. Laugh or cry at a show. Many shows and cultural events to chose from, at the Williamstown Theater Festival, where America’s finest actors, directors, and playwrights entertain in the Berkshires.

8. ghost Tour and experience the hot spots of paranormal activity in the servants’ quarters, stables, and formal rooms on a special ghost tour at The Mount, Edith Wharton’s Estate. Or if ghosts aren’t your thing, take a daytime tour here and experience the ambiance of 1900’s living.

9. Explore the Red Lion inn, grab a rocking chair on the front porch, sit in the parlor and people watch, or have a cocktail in the Tavern there.There is a fun gift shop, and don’t forget to say hi to Simon the cat!

10. Pet some baby animals at Hancock Shaker Village in Pittsfield.

This outdoor history museum has 20 authentic historic buildings, each full of authentic Shaker artifacts as well as demonstrations on oval box-building and weaving.

11. Open your mind and take in modern art that is fresh, surprising, and challenging at Mass MoCA, a Museum of Contemporary Art. The world never looked so good.

12. Be pampered head to toe when you buy a day pass to Cranwell Resort & Spa. 13. Bargain shop and find some deals at the Lee Premium Outlets. Designer labels at great prices! Coach, Michael Kors, Gap, and more.

14. Catch a train ride on the Berkshire Scenic Railway in Lenox. Let the chugging engine take you through scenic vistas, bridges and tunnels, as you see the beauty of the Berkshires.

15. get lost downtown and explore Great Barrington. With countless specialty shops, art galleries, cafes and restaurants, you will have so much to choose from. SoCo Creamery is a must!

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WHATELY | 4 br, 2 ba, 2 hf ba | $1,650,000 Mountaintop Home. Views, Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired.

MLS: 208839

LENOX | 4 br, 5 ba | $1,395,000 Close to Tanglewood. Sprawling Estate. Southwesterly Views.

MLS: 208779

EGREMONT | 4 br, 2 ba, 1 hf ba | $629,000 Farmhouse with 5-Stall Horse Barn. Set on 3 Picturesque Acres.

MLS: 211244

LEE | 4 br, 2 ba, 2 hf ba | $439,000 Authentic Farmhouse, Large Country Kitchen, 4 Fireplaces.

MLS: 210009

SHEFFIELD | 3 br, 2 ba, 1 hf ba | $329,000 Antique with Period Details, 2 Fplcs, Barn, Gardens, Porch.

MLS: 206826

NEW MARLBOROUGH | 3 br, 3 ba | $749,000 1871 Converted Church. Soaring Ceiling. Original Church Bell.

MLS: 210725

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ThE FLaVORS OF BERkShiRE COunTy Bizen, Great Barrington Fresh sushi & sashimi, warming Japanese dishes, robata & other grilled specialties, kaiseki cuisine, private tatami rooms.

17 Railroad Street Café Adam, Great Barrington Chef-owned restaurant presenting imaginative farm-to-table cuisine in a chic setting, outdoor seating too.

420 Stockbridge Road Nudel, Lenox Inspired, creative American pasta bar cuisine in a tiny chef-owned oasis utilizing local bounty. A true experience.

37 Church Street John Andrews, Egremont Chef-owned eatery, serving New American food, with an emphasis on fresh, local farmto-table ingredients.

224 Hillsdale Road.

The Old Mill, Egremont Popular chef-owned spot in a 1700’s grist mill, serving contemporary New England cuisine in a unique setting.

53 Main Street

Allium, Great Barrington Comfortable upscale dining, New American cuisine, local, fresh ingredients, clubby bar scene.

44 Railroad Street

Castle Street Café, Great Barrington Comfortable, chef-owned, New American dinner menu in bar & dining room, live music on Friday nights.

10 Castle Street Bombay, Lee Excellent, flavorful Indian cuisine in a lakeside setting, arguably the best Indian food this side of Gujurat.

435 Laurel Street (Rte 20) Truc Orient Express, West Stockbridge Lovely Vietnamese cuisine offered by a family who first came to West Stockbridge in 1979, open in summer.

3 Harris Street

Stagecoach Tavern, Sheffield Atmospheric setting, farm-to-table American & pub fare emphasizing fresh, organic, local ingredients.

864 South Undermountain Road Cranwell, Lenox Three choices here: The Music Room or Wyndhurst for fine dining, Sloan’s Tavern for casual fare.

55 Lee Road Rouge Restaurant & Bistro, West Stockbridge Arrive early to snag a table in the bar at this spirited farm-to-table eatery, owned & run by a French chef & his American wife.

3 Center Street

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Wheatleigh, Lenox Brunch or fine dining in an exquisite setting: Travel & Leisure calls it “some of the best cooking in the United States.”

11 Hawthorne Road Chez Nous Bistro, Lee Owned & operated by a French chef & his American wife (also a chef), casual, farm-totable, consistently excellent.

150 Main Street Brava, Lenox One of Wine Spectator’s 100 Best Wine Lists in the Country, craft beers, serving ‘til midnight.

27 Housatonic Street Koi Chinese Restaurant, Great Barrington If you are craving Chinese food, this favorite has all the classics in a fun atmosphere.

300 State Road

Baba Louie’s, Great Barrington Wood fired all natural pizzas, some of the best you will find, terrific fresh salads, daily specials.

286 Main Street Gramercy Bistro at MASSMOCA, North Adams Creative Asian, French, American fusion in a chic setting.

87 Marshall Street

Alta Restaurant & Wine Bar, Lenox A range of well prepared French influenced New American dishes emphasizing fresh local ingredients.

34 Church Street

Old Inn on the Green, New Marlborough Historic chef-owned restaurant, superb French-American cuisine.

134 Hartsville Road (Rte 183) The Red Lion Inn, Stockbridge Three choices: farm-to-table in the dining room or cozy Widow Bingham’s Tavern; casual Lion’s Den for light fare & live music.

30 Main Street

Prairie Whale, Great Barrington A hip, relaxed, Brooklyn meets the Berkshires vibe prevails at this shabby chic hotspot.

178 Main Street Eat/Drink on North, Pittsfield Fresh farm-to-table fare, chic setting in the Hotel on North, breakfast, lunch, dinner by the executive chef of the Red Lion Inn. 297 North Street

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WEST STOCKBRIDGE | 3 br, 2 ba, 1 hf ba | $429,000 Open Layout, Great for Entertaining. Private Setting. Porch.

MLS: 208556

GREAT BARRINGTON | 4 br, 3 ba | $724,000 1771 Stone House on 10+ acres, Adjacent to Conservation Land.

MLS: 208353

WORTHINGTON | 4 br, 2 ba | $679,000 Impeccable Restoration. High Style. Exquisite Details. 6 Fplcs.

MLS: 211662

NEW MARLBOROUGH | 4 br, 3 ba, 1 hf ba | $795,000 Converted Dairy Barn, Gunite Pool & Hot Tub, Views.

MLS: 209819

WEST STOCKBRIDGE | 4 br, 4 ba | $695,000 Set on 10 Private Acres, Open Floor Plan, Modern Fireplace.

MLS: 204873

SANDISFIELD | 2 br, 2 ba, 1 hf ba | $325,000 Contemporary on 9.26 Acres, Screened Porch for Daydreaming.

MLS: 210441

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Dan Alden 413.335.9300

Marc Bachman 646.637.6304

George Cain 917.861.3855

Karen Climo 413.429.6732

Dawn Farley 413.429.7133

Jeff Loholdt 413.652.7423

Pat Melluzzo 413.446.1146

Gladys Montgomery Anita Schilling 413.822.0929 413.626.1920

Steven Weisz 917.670.6339

Matthew Day, Regional Brokerage Manager, 203.455.4725 Kristine Newell, Assistant Regional Brokerage Manager, 860.459.7797

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WILLIAMSTOWN | 7 br, 5 ba | $1,750,000 100 Acres, Stables, 3 Ponds, Guest House, Spectacular Views.

MLS: 208356

WILLIAMSTOWN | 4 br, 2 ba, 1 hf ba | $895,000 5,000 SF on 3 Levels, Plenty of Bonus Space over 2-Car Garage.

MLS: 210960

EGREMONT | 5 br, 5 ba, 1 hf ba | $1,975,000 Gourmet Kitchen, Pool, Extensive Gardens, 8 Private Acres.

MLS: 210250

GREAT BARRINGTON | 4 br, 3 ba | $795,000 Private Country Road, Soaring Turret, One-of-a- Kind Property.

MLS: 209846

SHEFFIELD | 6 br, 5 ba, 1 hf ba | $595,000 Renovated 1800 Federal Colonial. Marble Baths, 4 Fplcs.

MLS: 211450

BECKET | 4 br, 4 ba | $449,000 Nestled Against the WestďŹ eld River. Open Floor Plan. 12 Acres.

MLS: 211133

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in and aROund BERkShiRE COunTy GOURMET SHOPS Berkshire Co-Op Market Outstanding local produce, meats, cheeses, seafood, organic foods, environmentally sensitive household & grooming products, popular café & lunch buffet.

Bridge Street, Great Barrington | 413.528.9697

Berkshire Mountain Bakery Bon Appetit cited it as one of the nation’s ten best gourmet bakeries, sourdoughs, baguettes, ciabatta, chocolate bread, pizza too.

367 Park St., Great Barrington (Housatonic) | 413.274.3412

Berkshire Organics Fresh local & organic produce, cheeses, meats & other foodstuffs, take-out coffee, soups, quiches, etc., deliveries.

813 Dalton Division Road, Dalton | 413.442.0888

Bizalion’s Fine Food French-owned gourmet shop & café, imported foods, cheeses, olive oils, breads, charcuterie, patés, salads, sandwiches, brunch & lunch.

684 Main St., Great Barrington | 413.644.9988

Cakewalk Bakery & Café Delicious pastries, scones, croissants, cakes, cookies, breads, coffee, sandwiches, salads, soups, quiches, all made on site.

56 Main Street, Lee | 413.243.2806

Chocolate Springs Café Superlative hand-crafted gourmet chocolates, plus a small café offering gelatos, pastries, teas & decadently rich hot cocoa.

55 Pittsfield Rd., Lenox | 413.637.9820

The Chatham Bakery at Gorham & Norton Market Wonderful baked goods, including gluten-free items & a not-to-be-missed ham-and-cheese croissant, in a quaint gourmet market.

278 Main Street, Great Barrington | 413.528.0900 Guido’s Fresh Marketplace Upscale supermarket, high quality produce, cheeses, meats, seafood, wines, organic foods, gourmet items, take-out.

760 S Main Street, Great Barrington | 413.528.9255 Rubiner’s Cheesemongers Masterful selection of imported cheeses, charcuterie, gourmet items.

264 Main Street, Great Barrington | 413.528.0488

Domaney’s Liquors and Fine Wines Great selection of wines, craft beers, whiskies, etc., accommodating service, including ordering the hard-to-find, plus cheeses, charcuterie, baguettes to complement your beverage of choice.

66 Main St., Great Barrington | 413.528.0024 Pittsfield Rye Bakery Craft-baked breads, tasty old-school rye & pumpernickel, challah, farmer’s loaf baguettes, ciabatta & flavors of olive, chocolate, etc.

1010 South St., Pittsfield | 413.443.9141

FARMSTANDS Great Barrington Farmers Market | Great Barrington Mid-May through October, vegetables, berries, fruits, grass-fed meats, eggs, flowers, plants, maple syrup, honey, jams & more.

18 Church Street gbfarmersmarket.org

Taft Farms | Great Barrington Farm shop, vegetables, berries, corn, pumpkins, corn maze, baked goods, plants, cut flowers, bait & tackle.

119 Park Street North | 413.528.1515 taftfarms.com

Three Maples Market Garden | West Stockbridge Farmstand, vegetables, garlic, herbs, melons, tomatoes.

98 State Line Road | 413.329.8601 threemaplesmarketgarden.com

Pumpkin Hollow Farm | Egremont Farm stand, sustainably grown vegetables, tomatoes, sunflowers, pumpkins.

Pumpkin Hollow Road | 413.717.1735

Sky View Farm | Sheffield CSA shares, farm stand, heritage turkeys, poultry, pastured pork, forage-fed goat, grass-fed beef.

203 Galvin Farm Trail | 413.229.2992 Moon in the Pond Farm | Sheffield CSA shares, certified naturally grown vegetables, currents, raspberries, poultry, eggs, honey, specialty meats.

816 Barnum Street | 413.229.3092 mooninthepond.com When Pigs Fly Farm | Sandisfield CSA shares, farmstand, farm shop, vegetables, berries, poultry, soups, eggs, baked goods, honey, maple syrup.

222 Sandisfield Road | 413.258.3397 whenpigsflyfarm.com

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Hilltop Orchards & Furnace Brook Winery | Richmond Shop, wine tastings, hard cider, berries, pears, plums, pick-your-own apples, maple syrup, baked goods, homemade preserves.

508 Canaan Road | 800.833.6274 hilltoporchards.com

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NEW MARLBOROUGH | 18 + Acs | $1,295,000 Spectacular Waterfront on Windemere Lake.

MLS: 210390 Berkshire Brokerage

LANESBORO | 10 + Acs | $175,000 Building Tract Surrounded by Protected Land.

MLS: 206836 Berkshire Brokerage

NEW MARLBOROUGH | 25 Acs | $495,000 Jaw-Dropping Mountain Views.

MLS: 208800 Berkshire Brokerage

BECKET | 2.44 Acres | $19,000 & $20,000 Waterfront at Indian Lakes Estates.

MLS: 210119 & 210117 | Berkshire Brokerage

GREAT BARRINGTON | 7.25 Acres | $249,000 R1A Zoning. Subdividable.

MLS: 201607 | Berkshire Brokerage

GREAT BARRINGTON | .27 Acre | $139,000 Level, In-town Lot. MLS: 209999 | Berkshire Brokerage

WEST STOCKBRIDGE | 3.07 Acres | $190,000 Mountain Views.

MLS: 209535 | Berkshire Brokerage

GREAT BARRINGTON | 22.74 Acres | $1,200,000 Lake Buel. Subdividable.

MLS: 209096 | Berkshire Brokerage

LAKEVILLE, CT | 24.5 Acres | $625,000 Spring Fed 6 Acre Pond.

MLS: L10022748 | Lakeville Brokerage | 860.435.2400

NEW MARLBOROUGH | 5.95 Acres | $149,000 Wooded. Quiet Road.

MLS: 207143 | Berkshire Brokerage

FALLS VILLAGE, CT | 16.8 Acres | $210,000 Open Meadows, Woodlands, Pond & Stream.

MLS: L146010 | Lakeville Brokerage | 860.435.2400

EGREMONT | 1.1 Acres | $99,000 Quiet Road. Wooded.

MLS: 210395 | Berkshire Brokerage

SALISBURY, CT | 1.04 Acres | $286,000 Rights to Frontage on Lake Washinee.

MLS: L10031946 | Lakeville Brokerage | 860.435.2400

FALLS VILLAGE, CT | 24.3 Acres | $245,000 Private. Potential Views. Quiet Road.

MLS: L10011373 | Lakeville Brokerage | 860.435.2400

COPAKE, NY | 26 Acres | $435,000 Two Lots, Fenced & Perc’ed.

MLS: 210980 | Berkshire Brokerage

MONTEREY | 4.09 Acs | $480,000 Great Mountain Views.

MLS: 210319 Berkshire Brokerage Berkshire Brokerage | 413.528.4192

SOUTH EGREMONT | 6 acres | $150,000 Features Old Stone Walls.

MLS: 208201 Berkshire Brokerage

HILLSDALE | 38 acres | $1,650,000 3 Approved Lots.

MLS: 205214 Berkshire Brokerage

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SALISBURY, CT | 5br, 4 ba, 1 hf ba | $995,000 Antique with Period Detail. Frontage on the Housatonic River.

MLS: L10044605 Lakeville Brokerage | 860.435.2400

LENOX | 5br, 4ba, 1 hf ba | $3,620,000 Renovated Carriage Barn with Guest House. Tennis Court.

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SALISBURY, CT | 4 br, 4 ba, 1 hf ba | $2,800,000 First Floor Master. Stunning Views. Infinity Edge Pool. Barn.

MLS: L10041464 Lakeville Brokerage | 860.435.2400

RICHMOND | 4 br, 3 ba, 1 hf ba | $439,000 Converted Apple Barn. Open floor plan. Room for Expansion.

MLS: 211138 Berkshire Brokerage

PITTSFIELD | 6 br, 3 ba, 1 hf ba | $495,000 Classic Center Entrance Colonial on 3 Acres.

MLS: 210714 Berkshire Brokerage

SHEFFIELD | 4 br, 2 ba | $275,000 Charming Gilligan Built Cape. Views of Housatonic River.

MLS: 211028 Berkshire Brokerage

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TYRINGHAM | 6 br, 4 ba, 2 hf ba | $2,775,000 South House. Exquisite. 7 Fplcs, Caretaker’s Cottage, Barn, Tennis & Paddle Courts. 115 Spectacular Acres.

MLS: 206204

BLANFORD | 4 br, 3 ba, 1 hf ba | $1,250,000 Custom Built, 4910 SF, 128 Private Acres.

Cathedral Ceilings, 3 Fireplaces, Gorgeous Kitchen/Family Room.

MLS: 211357

PITTSFIELD | 5 br, 5 ba, 1 hf ba | $1,890,000 Waterfront View on Onota Lake. Master Suite with Private Balcony, Private Beach, 4-Car Garage.

MLS: 208961

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