Birchwood Inn 7 Hubbard Street Lenox Massachusetts 01240 USA http://www.birchwood-inn.com Phone: +1-413-637-2600 Fax: +1-413-637-4604 Toll-free: +1-800-524-1646

General Information

Experience a truly memorable Berkshires' bed and breakfast at Birchwood Inn in Lenox, MA, welcoming friends since 1767. Enjoy the pastoral hilltop setting at our Berkshires B&B overlooking historic Lenox village. Our Lenox bed and breakfast is steps to the myriad cultural attractions and recreational activities in the Berkshires, including Tanglewood, vibrant fall foliage, and museums as well as shopping, dining, hiking, watersports, biking, skiing or snowshoeing.
Savor award-winning country breakfasts in our sun-lit 19th century dining room, fresh cookies in our spacious book-lined library, or decadent afternoon tea on the porch of our Berkshires' inn. Cozy up in one of our 11 luxuriously appointed guest rooms or relax by the fire of our Lenox bed and breakfast with a mug of mulled local cider. Well-behaved four-legged furry friends are welcome at our pet-friendly Berkshires' inn. Book one of our seasonal romance, spa, foodie or special occasion packages and bask in the comfortable country elegance of Birchwood Inn.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: 4 suites plus 7 guest rooms
• There are 11 guest accommodations (11 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is between $ 155.00 and $ 335.00
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 155.00 and $ 335.00
• The rate for each additional person is $ 40.00

Amenities

Meals

• A Full breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 9:00-10am (coffee earlier)
• Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
• Lunch is available by special request
• Dinner is available by special request
• Additional food services included in room rate: Midnight Snack, Afternoon tea, Non-alcoholic beverage
• Special meals available: Diabetic, Lactose/Gluten-Free, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
• Our signature dish is Fondue Florentine Souffle
  Aged cheeses plus Swiss chard, shallots, eggs, herbs and French bread rise to the occasion. This an inn favorite as are Ellen's homemade muffins and breads.

Policies

• Minimum stay required (3 nights (summer wknds/holidays), 2 nights (Sept-June wknds, summer/ fall wkdays)
• Smoking is allowed outside only (Outside smoking only.)
• Limited accommodations for guest pets (Well-behaved dogs are welcome. Daily fee of $25.00)
• Limitations on children staying (Children 12 and over are welcome if accommodations permit.)
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted (We are happy to provide guests with glasses, corkscrews, ice)
• Deposit amount required (A one-night deposit (50% for 4-night or longer stays)by valid credit card or check is required for each reservation.)
• Check in time is 3:00 pm and Check out time is 11:00 am
• Cancellations:
  With at least 14 days' (21 May-Nov., Christmas holidays, and groups) prior notice of cancellation, we will refund deposits less a service charge of 10% of the total reservation.With less than 14 days'(21, see above) notice, guests who cancel or change their reservations, are no-shows, arrive later than scheduled arrival date or depart earlier than scheduled departure date are responsible for the full value of their reservation, which will be charged to their credit card. Refunds, less a service charge of 10% of the total reservation, will be made for the rebooked amount if we are able to rebook the room(s).
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • Berkshire Visitors Bureau
  • Professional Association of Innkeepers International
  • Select Registry
  • Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Colonial
• Built in 1767
• Opened for business in 1981
• Restored / Remodeled in 1981
• Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
• Parking available (There is on-site parking for one car per room.)

Location

• Geographic region: Berkshires
• Location is best described as: Mountains, Village
  
• Nearest major city: Boston, MA (120 miles West)
• Directions to property:
  From the Mass Pike (I-90) exit at Exit 2, follow Rte. 20 west for five miles. At second traffic light, turn left to Historic Lenox (Walker Street, 183 West, Rte.7A).At the monument, bear right,and proceed up the hill. Birchwood Inn is located on the right, just before the crest of the hill. Turn right onto Hubbard Street and left into the drive. Parking and the entrance is around the back of the inn.
• Directions from airport:
  Albany (NY) Airport is less than an hour from Lenox while Bradley International Airport (Hartford CT) is an hour-and-a-half from Lenox. From Albany, take I-90 south. From Hartford, take I-91 north to the Mass Pike West.

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Ellen Gutman Chenaux
  Travel, photography, literature, antiques, theater
• The innkeepers speak: English, French, Spanish
• There is one dog on the property

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Tanglewood, Shakespeare & Co., MassMOCA, Berkshire Opera Co., Williamstown Theater Festival, Jacob's Pillow, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Antiquing, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis courts, Tennis racket rental, Water sports, Whitewater Rafting