Planning perspective
What to consider before reaching out
A strong first conversation is about fit, not just availability. Share your date, approximate guest count, location, and the feeling you want the day to have. Ask what is included, what typically changes the final quote, and what decisions need to be made earliest.
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In their clients’ words
What people say on Google
Tali Samson
a month ago
A night stop on the way to the White Mountains. The room we took was spacious with a balcony. The lake view is spectacular for a morning Yoga practice or a quiet afternoon. From time to time the internet connection is slow but on a day of we can handle it 🙂🙂and the Mint restaurant is recommended
Mary Meyers
2 months ago
If you want a little slice of New England, in a non pretentious place where comfort, location and service are stellar, then come here. Right on Laurel Lake with kayaking, and pontoon boat rentals, the BEST Indian food we have ever had at the on site restaurant Mint. Clean, comfy, EV chargers (4) available…and Michelle at the front desk! So Charming, helpful and responsive. We cannot wait to return. Just come. You won’t be disappointed!
Bill D
a month ago
We enjoyed our stay the Black Swan. Our room had been renovated within the last few years, and the updated bathroom was a nice improvement. While some areas of the hotel, including parts of the decks, still show their age, the lake view from our room was excellent. I almost gave the hotel 4 stars because the Wi-Fi was unreliable. Normally that wouldn't be a major issue, but the hotel is in a cellular dead zone, so Wi-Fi is the only way to access the internet or make phone calls. The other downside was inconsistent housekeeping. Even when we placed the door hanger out requesting service, our room wasn't cleaned every day. For the class of hotels the Black Swan falls in it is a great value. I ...
Sonal Adhav
3 months ago
Booked a room here for a last-minute retreat. The Lakeside rooms have a little balcony to sit down with a view of this most beautiful lake laurel. The service is courteous and very kind. Breakfast is good and the breakfast room is also lovely with the view of the lake. The pillows could be better but that is very minor. I hope to be back again!
Dave Gehman
11 months ago
All together a very good experience. Really nice room. Good air conditioning / Heating made everything comfortable. We opted for a Lakeview room which we recommend as it comes with a small balcony overlooking the water. The room maid service was excellent - we went out of our way to tip ours. The only downside was with the free Continental breakfast, but we were pretty late so bear that in mind. Bagels were very dry, the fascinating pancake machine needed a new bag so we didn't get a chance to watch that in action. The Bagel toaster was spot on. Coffee had gone cold in the dispenser. All in all, Staff was very friendly, everything was as clean as it could be and our stay was extremely quie...
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Getting here
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For your guests
Lovely places to stay nearby
Red Lion Inn, Stockbridge
The classic Berkshires inn, right on Main Street.
Kemble Inn, Lenox
Elegant hilltop rooms for a smaller group.
Hotel on North, Pittsfield
Design-minded rooms with easy parking for guests.
Three stops worth the detour
Somewhere pretty for photographs, and somewhere warm for a good cup of coffee.
Naumkeag gardens, Stockbridge
Terraced gardens and birch walk, endlessly photogenic.
Bash Bish Falls
The tallest waterfall in Massachusetts, a short hike in.
Dottie's Coffee Lounge, Pittsfield
Warm downtown cafe for the morning after.
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Editorial note: this profile is based only on the vendor research supplied to New England Celebrations. It is not a paid endorsement, interview, or first-person testimonial. Pricing and availability are on request.