Whistlers Inn

5 Greenwood Street
Lenox Massachusetts 01240
USA

http://www.whistlersinnlenox.com

Phone: +1-413-637-0975
Fax: +1-413-637-2190

General Information

Featured on National T.V. - The Travel Channel. An English Tudor mansion built in 1820 in the heart of the Berkshire hills near Tanglewood takes you into a period of old world charm, elegance and relaxation. Once the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Wynans Whistler, railroad tycoon and nephew of the painter James M. Whistler. Whistler's Inn celebrates its 34th anniversity.


Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 14 guest accommodations (14 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 90.00 and $ 275.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 90.00 and $ 300.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 30.00
  • Other Accommodations: Carriage House
    Three night minimum required on weekends in July, August and October unless otherwise available.

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath robes
  • Ceiling fans
  • Fireplace
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Telephone
On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Computer
  • Conference Rooms
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Internet Service
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Private entrance
  • VCR
  • Videos
  • Washer/dryer
  • Wedding Facilities

Other Amenities: Afternoon teas and coffee, wine in library, 2 Steinway Pianos, full breakfast.

Meals

  • A buffet breakfast breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 8:30-10:30
  • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining room, Breakfast/dining area
  • Additional food services included in room rate: complimentary sherry in the library, Afternoon tea
  • Our signature dish is Breakfast Quiche
    Secret

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (In season weekends - July/ Aug wkends 3 nights)
  • Smoking is not allowed
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Limitations on children staying (Well mannered/responsible/parent supervised)
  • Limitations on childcare
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
  • Deposit amount required (50%)
  • Check in time is 3:00 pm and Check out time is 12 noon
  • Cancellations:
    On cancellations prior to 14 days before the cancelation date, the deposite will be refunded less 10%. On cancellations with less than 14 days before the reservation date , the room charge will be applied to another date for your convenience.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Berkshire Vacation Bureau
    • Lanier
    • PII
    • Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:
 10%AAAMinimum stay: 2 days
 10%CorporateMinimum stay: 3 days
 10%GroupMinimum stay: 3 days
 10%Length of StayMinimum stay: 7 days
  Seniors 

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Art and literature
  • Artists and writers retreat
  • Intellectual conversations
  • Relaxation
  • Reunions
  • Small weddings
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Excellent views
  • Family Travel
  • Gourmet food
  • Group events
  • Honeymoons
  • Luxury
  • Nature
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • English Tudor - 1820
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • Historic Inn

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Victorian
  • Built in 1820

Location

  • Location is best described as: Countryside, Mountains, Village
  • Nearest major city: Boston, MA (120 miles West)
  • Directions to property:
    From New York City - 160 miles via New York Thruway Rt. 87 or Taconic Pkwy to Rt 90 Mass Turnpike exit 2 to Rt 7 - 7A Lenox (3 hours approx.) From Boston - 120 miles via Mass. Turnpike to exit 2 to Rt 7 - 7A Lenox (2 hours approx) Albany Airport - Rt 87 south to Rt 90 Mass Turnpike to exit 2 to Rt 7 - 7 A Lenox ( approx 50 minutes) Hartford Airport - Rt 91 to Rt 90 (Mass Turnpike) north to exit 2 to Rt 7 - 7 A Lenox (approx one hour)
  • Nearest major airport: ALB
  • Directions from airport:
    Albany, N.Y. 40 miles/Hartford, Conn 45 miles
  • Meeting places:
    • Bus station - Lenox, MA.
    • Bus

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Lisa Mears
    Richard C. Mears - artist/photographer/writer. Novels: Ebb of the River-Simon/Schusten/Anubis Rex)/St Nick And The Space Nicks- Tuxedo Blue Productions. Joan G. Mears - artist/photographer/writer/potter. Lisa is an artist and linguist.
  • The innkeepers speak: English, French, Spanish

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Berkshire Theatre Festival, Tanglewood Music Center, Shakespeare and Company, Williamstown Theatre Festival, The Colonial Theatre, Jacobs Pillow Dance Festival, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ruins, Ski area


Onsite or Nearby Activities

Billiards, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Golfing, Horseback riding, Hunting, , Shopping, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis racket rental