Lenox, Massachusetts, is a pretty town with a laid-back, old school atmosphere – it’s a great place to get away from it all.
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If you are looking to escape the city and find a small town with fresh air, nature and a bit of fine dining, Lenox in Massachusetts is well worth a visit. Situated in the heart of the Berkshires, this community is full of restaurants specialising in local-grown food, as well as historical buildings and cultural events. Nearby Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is a 1300 acre wilderness of forests and wetlands, with an extensive network of trails for walkers and hikers. Lenox also has a great selection of accommodation, with excellent bed and breakfasts – here are three of the best.
Brook Farm Lenox
Brook Farm is a pretty bed and breakfast built in 1882 and filled with antiques and surrounded by award-winning gardens and the Berkshire Mountains. There is also an outdoor pool for when the sun’s out and a library with open fire. Each guest room is uniquely styled and warmly decorated, each with an en suite bathroom. Select rooms offer a spa bath, fireplace, or cable TV. There is an excellent breakfast buffet served every morning in the dining area between 8:30 and 10:00 hours. From € 296.
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The Cornell Inn
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The setting for The Cornell Inn is idyllic, with four acres of lush forest and lawn surrounding the bed and breakfast. The style inside is traditional with a modern update, the rooms featuring bold colours and furnishings. Guests can also enjoy cable TV, high-speed internet, and get their own coffee machines – many rooms also feature fireplaces and private balconies. The Cornell Inn also features a relaxing private deck next to a koi pond and waterfall. A nice touch is the proper table-served gourmet breakfast served in the morning. Free parking and free Wi-Fi is also a bonus. From €126.
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Whistler’s Inn
The Whistler’s Inn is an old school bed and breakfast done right, with great, friendly service and loads of character. The rooms are filled with antique furniture and unique decorations and bedrooms all come with an en suite. To add to the old world charm there is also a parlour room with a piano and a library with a huge selection of books. The breakfast is good at Whistler’s Inn, coming with eggs, a selection of baked goods, and fruit in the dining room. Tea and biscuits are also served in the afternoon. Just five minutes’ walk away is Kennedy Park – a great place for outdoor activities including hiking and biking. From €239.
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