Fodor's Expert Review Guest House at Field Farm
554 Sloan Rd., Willamstown, MA 02167, USA See on Map
Built in 1948 with a Bauhaus design aesthetic, the guesthouse (set back on a country on more than 300 acres of lush fields) has six rooms and an impressive art collection. Three rooms have private decks, two have working fireplaces, and the entire space feels like a modern art and furniture museum. It's open to guests from April 1 to January 1.
YOU SHOULD KNOW Children must be over the age of 12 to stay at the guest house.
room
There are three queen rooms and three kings, all outfitted in pristine mid-century furnishings. The Master and East rooms offer the best view of Mt. Greylock from large picture windows and decks.
bathroom
The original tile, in hues of pink, blue or yellow depending on the room, is meticulously clean and still shines. Lather up with high-end Ecru beauty products.
lobby
Take a seat in the massive living room furnished with a Noguchi coffee table, Kagan sofas, and a reproduction Eames chair.
Grab a book from the hundreds available throughout the house and spend a few hours reading and lounging.
pool
The pool, set amid lush fields, is open seasonally.
drinking
There's no bar at the B&B, but the owners are happy to chill a bottle of wine for you in the fridge which can be enjoyed in the lounge area or on your private terrace.
LOCATION
Getting Around
Located on 315 acres of fields, woods, and wetlands, a car is needed to access the guest house and nearby attractions.
Restaurants
Mezze (9-minute drive) is an oasis of small plates, perfect for sharing, while inventive craft cocktails feature local spirits. Guest overwhelming flock to Gramercy Bistro (20-minute drive) at Mass MoCA for updated American and French classics, creative drinks, and Sunday brunch. For Mediterranean and Turkish flavors, head to Pera (12-minute drive) for lunch or dinner. The menu is full of vegetarian options, too.
WHY WE LIKE IT
The architectural gem will have you feeling like a character on Mad Men. The original owners, Lawrence and Eleanor Bloedel, were avid art collectors and guests have access to much of that collection on display throughout the house. Don't forget to bring your hiking boots to traverse several miles of walking trails. When you arrive back at the house you'll be treated with cookies or other homemade snacks.
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