Take advantage of a garden, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities at The Kemble- Built by a US Secretary of State in Lenox. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In-room WiFi and a gym are available to all guests.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
13 bedrooms14 bathroomsSleeps 351394 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Gym
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About this property
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.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Sauna
Internet
Available in the villa: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
13 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
13.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the city center
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Boat
Foosball table
Gym
Kayak
Table tennis
Safety features
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number C0347781520
About the neighborhood
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 Berkshire Performing Arts Center and The Bookstore. Visit our Lenox travel guide
Is The Kemble- Built by a US Secretary of State in Lenox 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 The Kemble- Built by a US Secretary of State in Lenox?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Kemble- Built by a US Secretary of State in Lenox?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Kemble- Built by a US Secretary of State in Lenox located?
This family-friendly Lenox villa is located in a rural location, within a 5-minute walk of Berkshire Performing Arts Center and Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum. The Bookstore and Shakespeare and Company are also within 10 minutes.
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