[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage Cottage in Ashley Falls with kitchen and fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101470000/101469400/101469345/052d8e0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101470000/101469400/101469345/04dddce7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101470000/101469400/101469345/ed51271f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101470000/101469400/101469345/be2467fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101470000/101469400/101469345/70f669a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 41100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage Welcome to The Blue Elm - a cozy and historic Berkshire getaway located in Ashley Falls, MA. Set on 3.5 tranquil acres, the cottage ties into an early 19th century barn and is nestled amongst old growth maple trees. Enjoy this peaceful and convenient Berkshire location - only 15 minute drive to Catamount Ski Area, 17 minutes drive to Ski Butternut, Great Barrington and points north, and 5 minutes drive to Canaan, CT and points south. The Space A private mudroom entrance steps you down into an open Dining and Living Room, complete with coffee bar and Queen sized sleeper sofa. From there one steps up into the well equipped kitchen with induction cooktop and custom open wood slab shelving, as well as a convenient 1/2 bathroom. Enjoy outdoor meals and relaxation on the large vaulted screened room with access to the back yard. At the end of your day step up into the vaulted King bedroom suite with generous closet space and bespoke lighting. Relax and unwind in the custom walk-in shower with wall-to-wall marble salvaged from a NYC skyscraper! Amenity Highlights include: ✔ Off street parking for two vehicles ✔ Private Entrance ✔ Numerous reclaimed accents, furniture and materials, including: ♥♥ Reclaimed church pews from Berkshire and Columbia Counties ♥♥ Reclaimed beams from a historic Canadian barn ♥♥ Custom wood shelving salvaged from our 1826 farm house and other mid-19th century homes ♥♥ Salvaged Cipollino marble from the Daily News Building in NYC ✔ Bespoke reproduction MCM lighting in the Living and Dining Areas ✔ Direct access to the Ashley Falls Wood hiking and walking trails ✔ Only a minutes drive to Bartholomew's Cobble Reservation, a 329-acre National Natural Landmark ✔ Enjoy wild black berries that grow along our property in the summer months ✔ Only a minutes drive to the historic Ashley House - the birthplace of the Sheffield Resolves, a direct precursor to the United States Constitution, AND the former home of Elizabeth 'Mumbet" Freeman, the first slave to win a legal battle for her freedom in the state of Massachusetts! ✔ Lovely in-town walks amongst beautiful 18th-19th century residential architecture ✔ Festive holiday atmosphere throughout the year, including: ♥♥ A beautiful Memorial Day parade and ceremony at the historic Ashley Falls Burial Ground ♥♥ A sought-after tree lighting ceremony each December with the tallest illuminated tree in Berkshire County! Guest Access Guests have access to clearly marked parking spaces in our shared driveway, along with full access to the 3.5 acres surrounding our home. Other things to note Private architecture and sketch tours of nearby Great Barrington are available upon request. Please message Nick when booking The Blue Elm for more details. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - 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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 c1226575900 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.05820%2C-73.33689&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SJoozTazheAvLc2wbP5Fd9QPGjU=) Sheffield, MA #### What's nearby - Ashley Falls Woods - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Magnolia Bluffs Casino - 12 min drive - 12.0 km - Lime Rock Park - 22 min drive - 21.5 km - Catamount Ski Area - 24 min drive - 24.7 km - Ski Butternut - 28 min drive - 26.1 km #### Getting around - Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive - ‪ILSE Coffee - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Southfield Store - ‬20 min drive - ‪Roma Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage? > As of Oct 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage on Oct 14, 2025 start from CA $280.12, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Sheffield-Hotels-The-Blue-Elm-A-Historic-Berkshire-Cottage.h101469345.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Blue Elm - A Historic Berkshire Cottage located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Ashley Falls Woods, Housatonic River, and Bartholomew's Cobble. Ashley House and Bartholomews Cobble are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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