21 Benton Ave, Great Barrington, MA 01230

Lovely 5 bedroom, classic Victorian home in family-friendly neighborhood. Clean modern interiors and nature-enjoying exteriors including gardens, covered porch, screened deck and fenced yard. Easy walk to Main Street and Lake Mansfield. Built in 1903, this updated and yet stunning example of Victorian craftsmanship is a perfect place for family and friends looking to find an easy getaway in the Berkshires. The interior is sunny, bright and modern with charming Victorian details like lead-glass windows, antique door hardware, and original wood floors. The exterior is classic Victorian with several outdoor features such as a covered front porch with outdoor seating, screened-in supper porch, and large back deck with bbq grill and mountain views and large back yard. The house is well appointed on the ground floor level with a large living room, music parlor/library including a grand piano and large assortment of art and design books, large eat-in kitchen (at the counter seats 5), separate dining room area with large farm table and French cafe chairs with seating for 8, 1/4 bath, and large pantry/laundry room with side by side, front loading washer and dryer. The living room and parlor comfortably seat 10 guests. There are inviting touches throughout the house such as: lovely artwork, books, games, puzzles and toys to entertain both children and adults! The kitchen is well equipped with high-end stainless appliances and quality cookwear including All-Clad and Le Creuset. All tools needed for baking are available including a Kitchen-aid stand mixer. Kitchen includes a large assortment of quality small appliances including microwave, food-processor, blender, coffee maker and 4 slot toaster. At the kitchen sink, a Multi-Pure water filter system is built-in. The deck and screened porch can be accessed from both the kitchen and the living room. The second floor has 2 bedrooms: the master suite with a king bed and full bathroom with tub/shower combination, ensuite. The second large bedroom has a queen bed and access to a small 2nd floor porch. A second bath is on this floor, shower only. On this floor is a large library/office. The third floor is a delightful converted attic space with two rooms. One bedroom has 4 twin beds: 2 extra long singles and the third is a twin trundle which can be made up as a twin, two twins or a king--perfect for a group sleepover! The other room has one extra-long twin and small trundle bed. All three floors have central air-conditioning. The extra-long twins have organic rubber mattress. Due to their generous length and quality, these mattresses are very comfortable for adults as well as children. Outside you have a delightful front sitting porch and lovely cottage gardens with pathways leading to the front walk and side parking area. The back sun deck is private, with outdoor seating and a grill for dining al fresco. There is also a cozy screen tea porch, on the side of the house, accessed through the family room. The yard has a delightful playhouse! Lease is for a minimum of 2 months and up 9 months-- a school year rental-- September 1, 2025 through June 14, 2026. The house is fully furnished. Non-smokers only. Tenants pay electric, gas and internet. Owner pays water, sewer and trash. Owner will maintain the yard and garden. Tours will only be scheduled after an initial screening.