Loft near Hancock Shaker Village, Birch | Apartment in New Lebanon
2 Bedroom Apartment in Canaan, New Lebanon
Welcome to Shaker Meadows, a historic 18th century Berkshires farm. This chalet-style suite in the farm’s charming 1940s farmhouse creamery has a loft, full kitchen, & deck looking out onto the Berkshire mountains. Explore winding paths around 20 acres of farmland or drive 10 mins to Hancock Shaker Village, 15 mins to Tanglewood or Jiminy Peak—a wonderful base for exploring the art, music, and history of the Berkshires. Great for couples, families, & solo adventurers. Kid- and pet-friendly.
Shaker Meadows farmhouse and creamery are nestled in 50 acres of land that includes forested mountains, farmland, and a willow-lined pond that feeds into the Shaker Meadows wetlands. Walking and hiking trails run around the edges of the fields and through the hills.
The Birch Suite is situated in the farm’s 1940s creamery. It has a bedroom (queen bed), en suite bathroom, full kitchen, upstairs loft bedroom (queen, two rollaway single beds), and shared deck overlooking the fields & mountains. Note that the suite is accessed by walking up a flight of stairs. The suite is heated by baseboards and cooled by in-window air conditioners in the summer.
In the mid-20th century, the southern building served as a creamery, processing and bottling milk for local dairies. It now houses four guest units-- in addition to the Birch suite, the building houses the main Creamery unit, a second loft apartment, and an attached carriage house.
We live a few hours away and spend many of our weekends at Shaker Meadows. If we’re not there at the same time, we’re easily accessible by phone & email and are happy to answer any questions about the neighborhood and share our family’s recommendations for favorite activities, restaurants, ice cream, etc.
Know before you book:
-WiFi & cell coverage: Cell coverage is uneven in rural NY and varies by provider. You may have very weak cell coverage depending on your provider.
Wifi: We have upgraded to the ISP's highest level of service. We have consistently been able to have multiple adults on video conferences for hours at a time. However, some guests have reported inconsistent access to Wifi, possibly influenced by so many people in the area working from home and using video.
-Noise: State Rt 22 runs right past the farm (see aerial map). The noise from the road is audible.
-Other guests: The Creamery building contains 4 units. 100 ft away is the farm's 18th century farmhouse, that may also be hosting guests.
-Condition: The creamery units were renovated in the 1980s, and are well maintained but rustic/dated in some respects.
-Accessibility: The Creamery's two loft units are accessed by a set of stairs. The Carriage Suite is ground level with a few shallow interior and exterior steps.
-Pets: We allow guests to bring well-behaved pets with them. Guests with allergies may want to be aware that buildings may have previously had pets in them.
-Animals & bugs: Keep in mind that Shaker Meadows is a farm with lots of animals and insects around. You may be able to see deer, fireflies, rabbits, barn swallows, and redwinged blackbirds...and may also encounter ladybugs (who love to come inside where it's warm), mosquitos, and ticks. We recommend wearing bug spray when exploring the outdoor spaces! We clean the farmhouse consistently, but bugs and critters often find their way inside, so please help us by keeping doors closed.
-No commercial use, loud parties: We do not allow guests to make bookings with clients or use the AirBnb for commercial purposes. Large or loud parties are prohibited.
Loft near Hancock Shaker Village, Birch is located in Canaan. Loft near Hancock Shaker Village, Birch provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This Apartment features Air Conditioner, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Loft near Hancock Shaker Village, Birch has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 5 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Apartment because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Apartment, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Apartment has a friendly neighborhood, and the Canaan has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Apartment in Canaan, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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1 bathroom
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Hair dryer
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Towels provided
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2 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Coffee/tea maker
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Microwave
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Spices
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Stovetop
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Dryer
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Onsite parking
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Pet friendly
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Smoke-free property
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TV
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Internet access
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Balcony
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Barbecue grill
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Garden
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
