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Discover the Berkshires Getaway

Item Number
158
Estimated Value
450 USD
Sold
315 USD to jmalcom1
Number of Bids
10  -  Bid History

Item Description

You will enjoy The Red Lion Inn's Berkshire Top to Bottom Mid-Week Package. North to South is the only way to see the Berkshires! Start at our retro chic inn, Porches, in North Adams then head south to our charming antique-filled inn, The Red Lion. Package includes breakfast each morning and overnight accommodations at each inn.

Within minutes of The Red Lion Inn, dozens of year-round and seasonal attractions offer visitors a remarkable choice of museums, music, dance, theatre, and family-friendly activities. In addition, the Berkshires' natural beauty makes an ideal location for hiking, biking, golfing, canoeing, skiing, and other outdoor activities.

Stockbridge itself offers such pre-eminent institutions as Tanglewood (the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra), the Berkshire Theatre Festival, Chesterwood (where Daniel Chester French sculpted his famous Lincoln and Minuteman statues) and numerous other destinations - many within walking distance.

The Norman Rockwell Museum “A must-see in the Berkshires!”  View the world’s largest collection of original Norman Rockwell art in the artist’s picturesque hometown. Enjoy changing exhibitions of Rockwell and American illustration art.

Hancock Shaker Village: Hancock Shaker Village brings the Shaker story to life and preserves it for future generations. Through this story we promote appreciation of the aesthetics, beliefs, achievements and controversies that have defined the Shaker experience in America. This village, composed of 20 historic buildings and galleries, is open daily for self-guided and staff-guided tours.  There are loads of events for the whole family to enjoy at the Hancock Shaker Village, so expect great seasonal activities no matter when you visit.

Museum of the Gilded Age at Ventfort Hall is Located on spacious grounds in the heart of the Lenox village, continued restoration is in progress, with the first floor completely open to the public along with many of the rooms on the second floor.  Through lectures, exhibits, theatrical performances and other events, The Museum of the Gilded Age interprets the great changes that occurred in American life, industry, and society during the Nineteenth Century, a fascinating period of American history.

Your Package Includes:

  • 1 Night at the North Adams Inn with breakfast
  • 1 Night at the Red Lion Inn with breakfast
  • 2 Hancock Shaker Village Passes plus a free Premium Tour
  • 2 Norman Rockwell Museum Passes
  • 4 Museum of the Gilded Age at Ventfort Hall

 

Item Special Note

The top to bottom hotel package is valid Sunday - Thursday. Not valid in July, August or October and is based on availability.  Certificate is not transferable. Reservations must be made in advance and you must have The Red Lion Inn Gift Certificate number.  Excludes alcohol, holidays and some black out dates may apply. Certificate expires 1 year from the issues date.

Norman Rockwell Museum is open year round.

Hancock Shaker Village passes are valid April - October 27, 2013.  The free Premium Tour can only happen on a day that the Premium Tour is already scheduled to run so call ahead to see if this option is available.

Museum of the Gilded Age at Ventfort Hall is open year round. Passes expire on 12/31/13. Not valid during special events.