Modernist delight in a Berkshire pastoral setting. A refined retreat where every detail reflects quality and style. Designed by acclaimed architect Deby Reiser, this light-filled three-bedroom, three-bath home blends the sophistication of urban design with the calm of Berkshire countryside living. Tucked away on a quiet country road beside Moon In the Pond Farm an eco-friendly farm with peaceful views and grazing sheep. This completely reimagined and renovated residence offers low maintenance luxury in a modest footprint for cozy and artistic carefree living. Clean dramatic lines, natural textures, and surprise window placement with thoughtfully curated finishes give this home a calm, modern presence. Floor-to-ceiling windows invite the landscape indoors, white vaulted ceilings and minimalist lighting bring air and light into compact, functional spaces. The open kitchen and living area is centered around a generous stone counter island that acts as a workspace and creates a flow that makes entertaining effortless. It features custom cabinetry, high-end appliances,and a small light filled breakfast nook that make your every meal one with nature. Let's not forget a fireplace to make your winter days and nights comfy. The primary suite is privately set on its own level with a small balcony, a soaring ceiling, an oversized Noguchi Light fixture, views of mountains and sky, an elegant glass soaking tub, marble clad walls and a palette that speaks to quiet retreat. A second bedroom suite on the lower level includes a field stone faced fireplace, private bath, and glass doors leading to the outdoors, ideal for overnight guests or quiet evenings. The home's standout design element is a dynamic spiral staircase set within the silhouette of a barn silo ascending to second story third bedroom bath guest suite. See floor to ceiling elongated windows evoking creative writing and art or quiet reading and meditating. Rest outdoors in peace & quiet on the private deck and follow the driveway framed with stone walls and a stone staircase to the heated garage and storage. Enjoy the best of the Berkshires with a sweet town of Sheffield close to NY and Connecticut showcasing antiques, art, fresh marketplace shopping for gourmet foods, eclectic interesting dining and kayaking nearby ponds or exploring nature trails all minutes from your modern country escape.
Easy to care for, efficient in layout, and filled with architectural finesse. This home was designed for those who value quality over size and seek a peaceful, stylish escape in southern Berkshire.
For sale
$998,000
856 Barnum St, Sheffield, MA 01257
3beds
1,800sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
2.01 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$554/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Field stone faced fireplaceThoughtfully curated finishesArchitectural finessePrivate deckStone wallsLow maintenance luxuryMarble clad walls
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 25, 2025 at 12:49pm
Listed by:
Elle Villetto 413-717-7534,
WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - LENOX,
Tonia L. Scalise 413-822-0574,
WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - LENOX
Source: BCMLS,MLS#: 245872

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
Full bathroom
- Level: First
Full bathroom
- Level: Second
Full bathroom
- Level: Lower
Great room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Heating
- Propane, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Stone Countertop, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Interior Entry,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,800
- Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garaged & Off-Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garaged & Off-Street
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Privacy
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hill/Mountain, Distant
Lot
- Size: 2.01 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: SHEFM0120B0002L00080
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
Condition
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200 Amp
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Sheffield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $554/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $626,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,853
- Date on market: 4/2/2025
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