luxury houses with terrace for sale Massachusetts, United States

Set on 36 acres in the Berkshires' most coveted town, this stunning 8600 sq ft home is completely turnkey, tastefully designed, and a mere 12 years old. Turning off of bucolic West Rd, a gently winding driveway brings you past two beautiful ponds, through the woods, and arrives on a sunny plateau - nicknamed ''Ebbets Field'' and the site of this spectacular retreat. Abutting 899 acre Alford Springs Reserve, this custom-built home was thoughtfully designed to host guests across multiple discrete living areas. Main House. A striking glass walkway leads from the three-car garage to the vaulted-ceiling kitchen, which boasts a double-oven Wolf range and plenty of space for cooking and gathering. A light-filled dining area adjoins the kitchen, along with a large living room with fireplaces on opposite ends. The primary bedroom suite is highlighted by a private covered porch, a large bathroom with soaking tub and views, and two walk-in closets. Two additional en-suite bedrooms complete the interior of the first floor, and three en-suite bedrooms and a central living area are found upstairs. The awesome walk-out lower level was created with entertainment in mind, featuring high ceilings, a two-sided fireplace, movie viewing room, en suite bedroom, gym, and wine cellar. Guest Quarters. Accessed via the glass walkway, the guest quarters are defined by its dramatic high ceilings and a long covered porch with views. The quarters include a spacious en suite bedroom, two guest bedrooms with shared bath, and a cozy and bright living area. Outdoors. The interior seamlessly connects to multiple outdoor spaces, including a beautiful patio with fireplace, a large screened porch, covered porches, and a large deck that steps down to the expansive green lawn, bordered by rock walls made from property-sourced stones. Just a short distance down from the lawn, a symphony of spring peepers awaits at the property's 5+ acre pond, a peaceful escape for nature watching and kayaking. This lightly-lived in 2012 home is the ultimate Berkshires escape, blending today's design with the natural surroundings. Situated in low-tax Alford, 139 West Rd is a prime location for those seeking tranquility a short stone's throw from the Berkshires lively shopping and eating centers and multitude of recreational and cultural attractions. Fiber Internet, iPad-controlled lighting system, Sonos hard-wired sound system, and multiple heating and cooling zones. 10 minutes to Great Barrington and 20 minutes to Lenox. Additional 20 acre lot is also available.

Step outside to the beautifully designed terraced yard and enjoy breathtaking water views in every direction. With only a few homes on Hayden Pond and none in sight of this property, it feels like your own private lake. Since 2017 many improvements have been made on this lovely property: metal shingle 100 year roof, newly created lower level in-law apt with kitchen, full bath and gas fireplace. Completely reimagined yard along the waterfront with Goshen stone patio and steps, walkways along the water with landscaping, a drilled well and an auto generator. There's plenty of room with 3 full baths, 3 bedrooms and a spacious living room with expansive lake views and deck, gas fireplace with gorgeous rustic stone and reclaimed wood surround. A few minutes to Jacobs Pillow, Otis Ski Ridge and Otis Reservoir. Schedule your showing now!

High Mowing, is a magical Williamstown estate spread over fifteen glorious acres, and nestled in the hills less than 5 minutes from Williams College. This exquisitely welcoming home is different from any other property in the Berkshires, and it seamlessly integrates beautiful nature and sophisticated culture in an incomparable and eclectic way. The property has been meticulously developed with an artist's eye and a craftsman's hand to blend perfectly with its environment, complementing the colors and textures of surrounding fields, woods, and mountains, exposed under the huge open sky of day and starry nights. Major design elements by globally-renowned architect Fred Koetter are outstanding. Everywhere the house sparkles with locally-gathered quartz, marble, and granite, lovingly crafted by Italian mason Cesare Boni. Enter through this vibrant stonework or directly along an accessibility ramp and you are instantly transported into this special world. The house encompasses over 5,500+ square feet of versatile living and entertainment areas, with 5 inviting bedrooms and 5 full baths (one handicap accessible) and intimate spaces for conversation or solitude. Views of the expansive property, adjoining preserved land, and the mountains beyond delight from almost every room. Ample windows and doors spill out to multiple patios and terraces anchored by large natural stone and enormous decks. The list of amenities is truly endless but begins at the center of the home with a stunning wood paneled library and its ornate Italian marble fireplace, extending through a magnificent formal dining room into two full kitchens and a private en-suite. Massive living areas with floor-to-ceiling glass join your intimate interior to stunning nature outside. Away from common spaces, a huge and perfectly private light filled studio/workspace offers its own fireplace, en-suite and kitchenette. The inspired floor plan creates distinctive areas to relax and unwind with others or enjoy the blissful solitude High Mowing offers. All of these features and much more merge together beautifully to create an unrivaled retreat of 15+ gorgeous Berkshire acres on a historic Williamstown by-way where dawn peers in over Mount Greylock and dusk settles on the Taconic Range. It will at once take your breath away and fill you with new life. From the house, into the grounds and fields beyond, you witness the seasons turn from lush greens of summer to the splendor of fall foliage and the snows that blanket Sheep Hill. The great deck overlooks mature gardens to the superb scenic vistas beyond. Perennials, fruit trees, grape arbors, bushes overflowing with blueberries and raspberries -- all meticulously cultivated to provide vibrant color throughout the growing season. A plentitude of wildlife roams the grounds - deer, fox, wild turkey, hawk are your constant companions. Further highlights include a 7-stall barn complete with tack room, shed, and paddock. Endless possibilities for exceptional Berkshire living await; you will need to see High Mowing to believe it!

Tucked in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts, this Williamstown contemporary boasts over 7,000 sq. ft. of undeniable form and function mixed with the highest degree of finishes. It's been said that homes can be duplicated anywhere, but a setting with unique and rare attributes cannot. Gently Sited amidst a spectacular 34-acre backdrop bordering 8,000 +/- acres of protected land is incredibly rare. Architecturally designed to contour with the natural topography of the site greatly reduced disturbance when built. This multi-tiered footprint affords picturesque sunset views of the village below and Berkshire hills beyond. Watch a soccer game at Cole field from your Gunite pool, close to the village for dinner or go hiking on Chestnut/Pine Cobble Trails right off your property... ...Rare in deed. This country contemporary home was designed by Chad Floyd of Centerbrook Architects and Planners. First published in Architectural Digest in 2008, it continues to be as awe-inspiring today as it was then. While your kitchen will leave you catching your breath with its curvature design and fine appointments a few steps farther and entertaining begins in the 500+ square foot living room with wood burning fireplace and windows to take in the countryside landscape. The convenience of one level living continues with the primary wing just beyond the dining room. Your primary bath is exquisitely appointed with marble and fiber optics for the evening ambiance. Above, on the upper-tier is a combination of guest bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, media room with den and bar area overlooking your sun-drenched courtyard protected from those windy days. Close to The Clark Art Institute, The Williamstown Theatre Festival or all things Williams College. This location is in very close proximity to all local attractions and a short 15-minute drive will bring you Mass MoCA and even more attractions and restaurants in North Adams. Welcome home.

One of the Berkshires' finest residences, basking in the idyllic mountain scenery. Designed and crafted to meticulous standards, this distinguished 6.2 acre compound is surrounded by captivating, protected vistas far and wide. In the enduring tradition of the regions iconic estates, this extraordinary residence is a place for life to the fullest, providing an endless source of enjoyment in exquisite indoor /outdoor spaces. Fine millwork and 9 fireplaces underscore the comfortably elegant environment. Lower-level entertainment (media) room, wine cellar, fitness studio. elevator, computerized systems. 9,339 SF with 5 bedrooms,6 full/3half baths. Wraparound tiered terraces feature pool with pool house. Glorious terraced gardens and formal gardens with fountain. Separate 3 bedroom guest house

PINE NEEDLES Built in 1903, this very private Berkshire Cottage epitomizes the area- past and present. Built in the Arts and Crafts style, surrounded by hundreds of acres of land, with magnificent southern views, one can enjoy nature, sports, and a relaxed lifestyle. Unspoiled, original detailing in place. Settle right in and be transported back to an earlier age. Paneled public rooms overlook the unspoiled views. Logias beckon to the out of doors. Seven bedrooms and 9 baths, Two sleeping porches . The eat in kitchen offers space to gather, cook, enjoy the wildlife. This east wing also contains a butler's pantry, formal dining room, a summer dining room and one of the loggias.The western wing houses a Persian library, a former squash court, and the other Loggia and an office. 18 fireplaces. Magical stone swimming pool. 2 additional apartments. The first owners were quite sporty and integrated every popular amusement of the early 1900's . Today a stone swimming pool remains as well as the traces of the curling rink, skating rink, skeet range and a tennis court. Both carriage house and garage contain apartments for overflow.