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Birchwood Inn

Birchwood Inn

7 Hubbard St
Box 2020
Lenox, MA 01240-4604
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Ellen Gutman Chenaux

(413) 637-2600
(800) 524-1646

 

Circa 1767. Experience comfortable country elegance at this Colonial Revival mansion that has welcomed friends since 1767. The inn's antiques, collectibles, quilts, canopy beds and nine fireplaces create an idyllic getaway. The inn is renowned for sumptuous breakfasts and afternoon tea and was voted "Best Breakfast in New England." Enjoy Berkshire breezes and fireflies on the porch in summer, spring blossoms in stone-fenced gardens, vibrant fall foliage, and the welcome warmth of the firesides in winter. The oldest home in Lenox, it is a short walk from its tranquil hilltop setting to the village's restaurants, galleries and shops.

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Birchwood Inn



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Rates

$180 to $345

Payment types accepted include Personal Checks, Visa, American Express, Travelers Checks and Master Card.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Afternoon Tea

Events Hosted

  • Weddings
  • Honeymoons
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Reunions
  • Meetings
  • Seminars
  • Fun For Foodies Culinary Experiences

Available Food Service

  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Country Breakfast
  • Afternoon Tea
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Midnight Snack

Other Activities

  • Antiquing
  • Art Galleries
  • Beaches
  • Bicycling
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Skiing Cross Country
  • Skiing Downhill
  • Tennis
  • Water Sports
  • Wineries
  • Tanglewood
  • Music
  • Theater Festivals
  • The Norman Rockwell Museum

Innkeeper(s)

Ellen Gutman Chenaux

Languages Spoken

French, Spanish

Rooms

This property has 11 total guest accommodations with private bath, 6 with fireplaces, 4 total suites, including 1 two-bedroom suite and 2 conference rooms. The types of beds available include Twin, Queen and King.

Amenities In Room

  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Television
  • Telephone
  • Reading Lamps
  • Hair Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Desk
  • Clock Radio
  • Bathrobes
  • Bath Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable TV
  • Free Wireless Internet Access

Amenities On Site

  • Library
  • Parlor Games
  • Copy Machine
  • Phone
  • Fax
  • Fireplace
  • Limited Handicap Access
  • Television
  • Hearing Impared
  • VCR
  • Gift Shop
  • DVD
  • Free Wireless Internet Access

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Desk
  • Television
  • Internet Access
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • FAX On-site
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Hair Dryer
  • Daily Newspapers
  • Gym Nearby
  • Off-site Dry Cleaning Services
  • Flexible Check in/out Times

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Birchwood Inn

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Location: Mountains and Village.


Romantic Interest

Comfortable country elegance sets the scene for romance at Birchwood Inn. Add four-poster beds, wood-burning fireplaces, a clawfoot tub for two, decadent breakfasts and afternoon tea. The rest is up to you!

Historic Interest

Edith Wharton's home is two miles away, while Herman Melville's home is three miles from the inn. The Norman Rockwell Museum is about four miles away.

Historic Awards:

  • National Register (Granted)
  • Local Register (Granted)

Historic Memberships:

  • National Trust

Weather

Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:2 night minimum-weekend, September-June 3 night minimum-weekend, Summer and holidays 2 night minumum-weekdays,June-November
Children Restrictions:We welcome well-behaved children age 12 and older.
Cancellation:14-day notice (21-day May-Nov., Christmas week, and groups). With the required advance notice, we will refund the deposit, less a service charge of 10% of the total reservation. Within the 14-day (21-day, see above) period, the guest is responsible for full charges unless able to rebook room.
Pets:Innkeepers pets on premises, Pets Allowed, Well-behaved dogs are welcome and subject to availability. Fee.
Smoking:Smoke Free Property.

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100% would stay again
Last reviewed on6/7/2010
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Birchwood Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Christy Grecsek (3 reviews)
Sunderland, MA
6/7/2010

Delicious poached pears, astounding chocolates from Chocolate Springs, fun skiing in Kennedy Park and relaxing evenings in front of the fire. A wonderful weekend getaway!

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Birchwood Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Anonymous
10/21/2008

Thank you for memories that we will cherish forever.

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Publicity and Press Reviews

Country Inns, Country Living, New York Magazine, Montreal Gazette, Gourmet Magazine, The Discerning Traveler.

Get a Free Night at this inn

- One Night Free: This property will honor the Free-Night certificate found in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. The certificate is valid for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night.

The dates this property will honor the certificate are Monday-Thursday, Jan. 5-April 15, holidays excluded