Enter the New England entrepreneur. Many of the people who retired to the Berkshires bought up the magnificent, large homes that had been so prevalent in the area during the Victorian Era and later. It was the extra bedrooms of these charming homes that would provide the desperately needed additional lodging space. Since these rooms were actually guest rooms in private homes, the innkeeper became the visitor's host and the visitor became an esteemed guest in the home. Idyllic comfort and luxury make the bed and breakfast experience one of the most dearly loved aspects of a Berkshire vacation.
Couples enjoy a glimpse of the past as well as amenities of the modern world.
Decorated in a wide variety of styles from rough and rustic to elegant Victorian, each inn holds its own individual charm. Many estates are furnished with antiques, providing a touch of period detail, while others boast superb art collections and a myriad of unique touches to add to the romantic atmosphere. Instead of feeling like a tourist residing within the anonymity of a hotel room, you'll be welcomed into the family and the neighborhood. You'll wake up in the morning with sun streaming through a real window, and when you gaze out that window you'll see an actual yard, neighbors and a community. Your hosts connect you to this community, giving you an opportunity to see how the locals live.