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The Meadows House @ Otis Ridge w/ 7-person hot tub

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7 person Artesian Grand Cayman hot tub with all the bells and whistles.
Living area
Lobby
Interior
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8153.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Otis, MA
  • Otis Ridge
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Otis Reservoir
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Jacob's Pillow
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Great Barrington, MA (GBR-Walter J. Koladza)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Guest bedroom

1 King Bed

Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Kid's bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main floor half bath

Soap · Toilet

Master bedroom private bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Upstairs shared bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

The Meadows House @ Otis Ridge w/ 7-person hot tub

Relax in a beautiful mountain setting at this 4-season ski house within walking distance of the slopes at Otis Ridge Ski Area (the best ski area south of the Vermont border). In fact, the back-yard (actually a meadow full of wildlife and flowers) used to be part of the ski area and there are still remnants of the rope-tow on the edge of the property. The long-range views off the back porch are fantastic.
The space
This house has 3 bedrooms, , 4 beds, 2.5 baths, a pull-out couch in the living room, another pull-out couch and a pull-out ottoman in the walk-out basement, and an electric air mattress to sleep up to 8 people (no extra guest fee on the first 2 people of the group). There are large flat screen TV's in the living room, master bedroom, and the walk-out basement/game room (there's a shuffleboard table, darts, and chess/backgammon table down there). There's also a large deck with half of it covered and screened in. Enjoy a warm gas-fireplace in the living room, a real woodstove (with free wood) in the finished walk-out basement, or a soak in an outdoor 7-person Artesian Spas Grand Cayman hot tub with all the bells and whistles overlooking the meadow. If you're looking for relaxation, this place and the surrounding area can't be beat. Tons of great hiking, numerous lakes, and other attractions like the towns of Great Barrington, Lee, and Lennox (all about 20 minutes away), and popular attractions like Tanglewood, and Jacob's Pillow, just a short scenic drive away.

Guest access
You will have access to all parts of the house, including a washer and dryer in the basement.

This house works best as a family retreat or a romantic getaway for couples. It does not work as a place to have large or loud parties as it is located within a quiet neighborhood and has new hard-wood floors. If you are considerate of other people's property, I would love to host your stay and share why my family grew up skiing Otis and why it is the best place to ski on a powder day, or just relax in nature any time of the year.

Property manager

Lars
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours are from 10pm until 8am. Neighbors should not be able to hear you talking loudly, or playing loud music on the deck or in the hot tub.
You must shower before going in the hot tub. Sweat and oils from your skin will make the hot tub foamy very quickly.
No glass in our near the hot tub.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0222102250

About the area

Otis

Located in Otis, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Bidwell House Museum and Berkshire Theatre Festival are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Otis Ridge and Les Trois Emme Winery.
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Otis, MA

What's nearby

  • Otis Ridge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Otis Reservoir - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Jacob's Pillow - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Lee Premium Outlets - 22 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Pyramid Lake - 31 min drive - 35.5 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knox Trail Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Papa Bobs - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Papa’s Food and Fuel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Grouse House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Farmington River Country Store - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Meadows House @ Otis Ridge w/ 7-person hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Meadows House @ Otis Ridge w/ 7-person hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Meadows House @ Otis Ridge w/ 7-person hot tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Meadows House @ Otis Ridge w/ 7-person hot tub located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Otis Ridge and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Old Baldy Wildlife Sanctuary. County Beach and Larkum Pond are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Aljean O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient location...

perfect size for group of 7 adults...Good location especially for snow shoeing....cross country sking...enjoyed being in berkshires...
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic time

We had a great time staying at Lars place. The hot tub was very relaxing and the location was just what we were looking for to get away for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend with friends

We enjoyed it! Five of us stayed for a quiet weekend away. The house was clean, comfortable, and as advertised. There was plenty of space and beds for us to use. The hot tub was great. I would definitely recommend it to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Great place to stay and enjoy the hot tub!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Accommodations.

Relaxing get away. Great hot tub, table shuffleboard. 3 floors of comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy Berkshires home with hot tub

Nice wooded location, comfortable furnishings, and big hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views and beautiful home.

We stayed at the Meadow House over Labor Day weekend. Lars was super accommodating to us and made sure we were taken care of. Really quick responses from him and he’s even working with us to return something one of the friends I was with left behind. Definitely recommend this house if you’re looking to escape the city or go hiking near by.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice quiet area. Hot tub was nice!

The place is nice and quiet. Lars was available for any questions. Hot tub was nice and the scenery was beautiful! We loved it here!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

christopher r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great stay. Lars was super helpful

Everything as advertised. Very clean and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Hot Tub!

My friend and I had a great time staying at Lars' house, and especially valued the hot tub and the view!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendall M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second Stay

House was clean and well prepared. Second stay, knew what to expect. Enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Special experience

The rental property was just as described online. We had a very relaxing time. We also enjoyed playing all the games provided. This is a beautiful location and very quiet area. We loved sitting out in the hot tub at night looking up at the stars. Really special experience.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Westminister C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

20th Wedding Anniversary

My wife and I had a great time at Lars’ retreat. Everything we needed was there. The place was clean, easy to enter, and the hot tub is grand. I recommend this place !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa V., Bedminster

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

This house was just what we needed for a peaceful and relaxing long weekend. The kitchen was well stocked, the beds were very comfortable and the hot tub was awesome! Couldn’t ask for a better place to prep for and recover from a half marathon! Lars is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time, great place!

Great location for the kids. We'll be back. Thank you Lars
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion Weekend

the Meadows House was very comfortable. Now that there are more grandchildren than children we have outgrown our families lake house. The local hotels are never comfortable for our tall family. The Meadows house was perfect. Beautiful views I wish we had been able to enjoy the hot tub but it was a beautiful week and the lake was calling. we would stay at the Meadow House again. The host was very attentive and checked in (via text)during our stay which was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location; great host!

A lovely view and the location is amazing—close to many beautiful hikes and you can walk to Otis Ridge. Lars was a really responsive host (we ran out of propane on the grill and he replaced the tank for us; had to leave early for a family emergency and he was very accommodating). Hot tub was a nice treat, too!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible getaway

The property is beautiful , the house is clean and cozy . We had a great time , not a single complaint . Lars was great and very communicable . Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway!

We are two families that travel together every year for a long weekend. This getaway did not disappoint. It was a beautiful home with amazing views! We enjoyed watching the 6 inches of snow falling from the hot tub! The house was big enough for all of us. Four adults and 3 teenagers. The teenagers had a great time playing video games and we all enjoyed the shuffleboard table! We could watch different movies on different floors! We made dinners and there was plenty of room for all of us around the table. We took a ride to nearby Stockbridge and the Lee Outlets. We didn't ski this weekend but the house is right next to Otis Ridge Ski area. A short walk through the back woods and we were on the side of the slopes watching the skiers ski down the mountain. Our host was welcoming and responsive, he answered any questions that came up. With an impending snowstorm the night before our departure, he arranged to make sure the driveway and entryway would be cleared for us, and it was. We accidently ledt some clothes in the dryer and we called him and he said he would ship them to us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A girls weekend

We had the best time staying at the Meadows House. The house was spacious and clean. So many Great recommendations for Lars and the locals. We definitely look forward to staying here again. The hot tub with the spectacular view was Amazing!!! 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy lodge in the Berkshires!

House was exactly as described - beds are incredibly comfortable - especially the king in the master bath. Lots of kitchen appliances, plates, cups, silverware- everything you would need. Location is peaceful with an easy semi circle driveway for multiple car parking, if needed. The enclosed deck is a great compliment to the outer deck. The hot tub looked beautiful, but we didn't get a chance to use it. Lars was very responsive and clear. The woodstove was the absolute topper - nice and relaxing while watching tv with friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in a more remote part of the Berkshires

Overall, we loved our stay in Otis. The house was perfect for two couples - also had a kids’ room that we didn’t use. The place is small but laid out nicely. The kitchen was well-equipped, which is a big plus for us. The view of the backyard field was lovely. The location was great for us because we have family in Otis, but others should know that it is not especially close to restaurants and shows. We drove to both Lenox and Great Barrington with no problem, though. We also took a walk around the Otis forest and saw tons of mushrooms! The AC system was a bit complex if you are used to central air, but I was glad to have it in the bedroom at night. Hot tub a real plus. I would recommend for a family or small group.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and cozy

Convenient location in a quiet area. Spacious layout and cozy beds. The wood-burning stove made for relaxing ambiance at the end of the day. The host was super helpful and understanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lars

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Lars teaches high school biology, chemistry, and environmental science just outside of Philadelphia. He is a VERY avid skier who also enjoys camping, hiking, mountaineering, kite-surfing, watching the Minnesota Vikings, and spending time with his children (now young adults).

Why they chose this property

The Meadows House is a great place to come and relax. There are things to do in the surrounding Berkshires year-around. In the winter, you can ski the best little ski area south of the Vermont border, Otis Ridge. I raised my children skiing at Otis Ridge. It's affordable and has a great mix of terrain for everyone, including expert skiing in the woods. You can let your kids go off skiing on their own as all trails funnel back down to the lodge. My back yard used to be a ski slope at Otis Ridge. You can't see the rest of the trails from my property, but if the snow is deep enough and you are comfortable skiing through woods, it is possible to ski to the lifts from my home. The views from my home are stunning. The surrounding area is beautiful with lots of opportunities for outdoor activities and many quaint small towns to explore, dine, and shop. The people in Otis are friendly and easy going. At the end of the day, you can soak your troubles away in an outdoor 7-person hot tub with colorful LED lighting and powerful therapeutic jets while overlooking the meadow where wildlife like deer, fox, turkeys, owls, hawks, and an occasional bear may come to visit. The inside of the house is comfortable, open to natural lighting, and has all the amenities to make you feel at home. You will love your stay if you decide to book. I look forward to hosting you.

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