The Kemble- Built by a US Secretary of State in Lenox
The Home
The Kemble- Built by a US Secretary of State in Lenox
The Kemble Berkshires is a registered Great Estatebuilt in the 1880s for a U.S. Secretary of State and New Jersey State Senator - nownewly renovated byShared Estates with bright minimalist finishes and world-class amenities. The property has manicured landscaping with massive rolling views of the Stockbridge Bowl. Whether you want to relax in the library room with its array of books from the early 1900s, jam out in the music room, snuggle up in front of one of the home's seven fireplaces or enjoy a drink with a friend at the private bar, you will find beautiful spaces to enjoy in groups or in solitude. 100% carbon neutral.Events up to 175.
The Kemble is the top grossing, #1 vacation rental in the Berkshires out of roughly 1,000 listings. Owner's previous property was showcased on Netflix's "World's Most Amazing Vacation Rentals" series.
The property offers a dining room (including custom farmhouse dining table), a professional kitchen, herb and vegetable garden, fire pit and expansive multi-level stone patios and decks. Events up to 175 are permitted and a tent is provided for rain contingency (first weekend in May to third weekend in October), commercial kitchen items are also provided. Indoor walls are sound-insulated for privacy.
We provide a long list of amenities, for kids big and small we offer a virtual reality gaming room, PS4 gaming setup, retro arcade, foosball table, ping-pong, board games and more. For outdoors you will find bocce, croquet, tennis and badminton equipment, large Jenga, paddle board, kayakand more.
The Kemble Berkshires is an innovative social equity vehicle. Owned by 143 investors from Main Street and Wall Street through Shared Estates' equity crowdfunding model with investments ranging from $1,000 to $100,000, the property is part of a transformation that levels the real estate ownership playing field.
The Berkshires is one of the country's top cultural centers and the Kemble is steps away from many leading national institutions: Tanglewood (summer home to the Boston Symphony Orchestra), Shakespeare and Company, The Norman Rockwell Museum, Edith Wharton's The Mount, Clark Art, Jacobs Pillow and more. The Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (largest in the US), Kripalu (largest yoga center), Williams College (#1 Liberal Arts College in the US) are all nearby.
The Berkshires is also home to a variety of outdoor destinations: Bousquet, Butternut, Catamount (longest zip line in the USA) and Jiminy Peak.
TVs can be found in most bedrooms. Fully ADA compliant accessibility ramps, bedrooms and baths help make entry easy for all. Safety is our top priority, with discrete sprinkler systems, fire ladders and more in every room for piece of mind for all. We provide popcorn, biscotti, teas, cocoa, candy and more. A welcome basket of local goods and fresh cut flowers greet your party.
The Kemble donates 1% of net income to The Lenox Library. You will find a variety of sculpture and original fine art installed throughout.
Most of our stays are multigenerational family trips, reunions, friends getting together or retreats, however as a registered Great Estate we host many events as well (capped at 175) - our events fees:
No amplified outdoor music:
<50 guests: $2,500
<100 guests: $5,000 (or $50 / guest)
<175 guests: $9,500 (or 54 / guest)
Amplified outdoor music (we are limited to 10 such events annually)
<100 guests: $11,500 (or $115 / guest)
<175 guests: $13,500 (or $77 / guest)
From the first weekend in May to the end ofOctober event fees also include use of our 44 foot round sailcloth tent.
We have over 5,500 square feet of dedicated parking. The three acres are very private, but you are also steps to downtown Lenox, the heart of the Berkshire hills. Lenox is home not only to a variety of leading cultural institutions, but also to many fine and farm-to-table dining experiences.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
Home Features
What's Included
- Wireless internet
- WiFi
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Iron & board
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Fitness room / equipment
Amenities & Features
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Coffee maker
- Toaster
Pool & Spa
- Sauna
Outdoor
- Boat
- Kayak/canoe
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite / cable
- Stereo
- Game room
- Ping pong table
- Foosball
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Dryer
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Area Guide
Neighborhood, Lenox
Located in Lenox, this villa is in the city center. Guido's Marketplace and Lee Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pleasant Valley Wilderness Sanctuary and Fairfield Brook WMA. Traveling with kids? Consider The Bookstore and Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum.
What's Nearby
- Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum3 min walk
- The Bookstore6 min walk
- Lenox Library6 min walk
- Shakespeare and Company11 min walk
- Wyndhurst Golf & Club1 min drive
Restaurants
- 1894 Fireside Bistro & Bar - 4 min drive
- Haven Cafe & Bakery - 9 min walk
- Harvest Moon - 4 min drive
- Bistro Zinc - 6 min walk
- Pizzeria Boema - 8 min walk
Getting Around
- Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 13 min drive
- Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 12 min drive
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
6 Twin Beds, 5 King Beds, 7 Queen Beds, 4 Double Beds and 4 Double Sofa Beds
Bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Bathroom 6
Spaces & Areas
House Rules
check out
- Check out before 11:00 AM
check in
- Check in after 4:00 PM
Events
- Events allowed
Smoking
- Smoking is not permitted
minimum age
- Minimum age to rent: 25
Pets
- Pets allowed
Children
- Children allowed: ages 0-17
Policies
Damage Policy
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 Parties and events are allowed on site 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 Property Registration Number C0347781520
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this venue pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at this venue?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at this venue?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is this venue located?
This family-friendly Lenox villa is located in a rural location, within a 10-minute walk of Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum, The Bookstore, and Shakespeare and Company. Wyndhurst Golf & Club and Lenox Library are also within 1 mi (2 km).
How many guests can stay for a wedding?
It sleeps up to 35 overnight guests for your wedding party.
Can I hold both the ceremony and reception here?
Yes — there is space for both the ceremony and reception.
Can the wedding party stay overnight?
Yes, it sleeps up to 35 guests across 13 bedrooms, so the wedding party can stay on-site.
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