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•Fantasticmid-centuryhomeon2.3acres
•3bedrooms,2bathrooms•Lotsofcharacter
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•SouthPondFarmCondo•3bed,2.5baths
•Spectacularsetting•Wrap-arounddeck
$359,000
RICHMO ND
•CharmingNewEnglandcountryfarmhouse
•Renovatedandexpandedwith2bed/2baths
•Spaciousmulti-leveldeck•Greatyard!
$339,000
•Liveinthevillage
•Charmingcapewith3bed/2baths
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STOCKBRIDGE
WarmandwelcominghistoricColonialfeaturing3800+sq.ft.inthecenterofStockbridge. Thisgrandyetcozyhomeoffersplentyofspaceforgraciousentertainingwithaformal livingroom,diningroom,parlor andalargeeat-incountrykitchen. Accommodatefamily andfriendswith5generousbedroomsand5.5bathrooms.Finishedthird oorwithagame/ mediaroomaswellasplentyofstorageandabonusroom.Enjoytheextensivelawnand outdoorspacefromthelargescreenedinporch-raretoavillagehome.Aprivatetranquil sitewithaneasystrollintotownandabuttingprotectedpropertieswithmaintainednature trails.Fueledbynaturalgaswithmany recentimprovementsincludingnewroofandexterior paint.Thisisamustseeproperty!! $774,900/R2749
LENOX
Graciousprimaryorvacationhomeon 4+acres.First oorfeaturesbeautifully nishedwalnut oorswithradiantheat, 9’ceilings, open oorplan. Kitchenand diningoverlookprivatebackyard.Second oor–mastersuite,twolargebedrooms withgleamingcherry oorswithradiant heat.Walk-upatticcouldbe nished. Lowerwalkout,mediaroom/of cearea. Squarefootageincludeslowerleveland of ce. $599,900/R2802
RICHMOND
MagicalRichmondspot.One-levelliving, spaciousmastersuitewithsteam shower, jettub,acreage,privacy,barn/workshop, gardener’sdelight!Contemporaryranch featureslivingroomwith replace, hardwoodthroughout,updatedkitchen, heatedyear-roundsunroom,centrala/c, privatereardeck,invitingGoshenstone patio.Ventureupthewindingdrivewayto yoursliceofparadise! $695,000/R2829
LENOX
PrivateLenoxRetreat! Lookingfora exible oorplan?Whata greatopportunity! Mainhouseoffersupdatedbaths,newly redonekitchen,wood oors,built-ins,two bedroomsandthreefullbaths;connected viaheatedsunroomandof ceenterthefully equipped‘‘guest’’sidewithliving,kitchen, twoadditionalbedrooms,twoadditionalfull baths.Fullandseparatebasements.Over veacreswithtotalprivacyforyourcountry retreat!ClosetoCranwell, CanyonRanch, Tanglewood! $849,900/R2737
LENOX
Fabulousopportunityinbustling downtownLenox!Privateoff-street parkinglotaccompaniesthis2700+ squarefootretailbuildingwith expansionpotential!Constructedin2000 -naturalgas/centrala/cdesignedto accommodateasecondstoryifneeded. Turnkeyretailspaceorcustomize.There isabathwith shower,ahalfbathand akitchenetteinplace!Highvisibility location.. $695,000/B2902
LENOX
CliffwoodStreetopportunity– rsttimeoffered,this fourbedroomand3.5bathsplitlevelisclosetotown, TanglewoodandKennedyPark.Great oorplanfor year-roundorvacationhome.Abonusisthelowerlevel in-law/guestapartmentwithitsownprivateentrance.. $479,900/R2922
PITTSFIELD
Graciousduplexwithplentyofroom. Investmentor unique,lovely owner-occupieddwelling.3 rs,front porches. Distinctive woodworkandlighting xtures, fplcs,sunroom,wood rs,pocketdrs,highceilings. Updatedkitchens,butlerpantries. Updatedbaths. Separateutilities. Closetodowntown. $279,000/ R2923
NORTHADAMS
Beautifulmid1800sVictorianPaintedLadywithlargeyard andprivatebackdeck.Newlyre nishedQuarter-sewnOak wood ooring.Handcarvedwoodwork,2 replaceswith beautifulmantels,uniquebrasskitchenceiling.Three levelsofspacious,brightlivingwithplentyofclosets/ storage!Walktodowntown,MassMoCA,library,andmuch more!Welcomingfrontporch.Spaciousbarnwithloftfor yourworkareaorhobbies.WonderfulB&Bpotentialand artist’sdream! $244,900/R2889
TYRINGHAM
Amazinghideawayon42acres.Oneownerhomeabutting theAppalachianTrailhighonthemountaintop!Generator powered.First oor-Openliving/dining/kitchen,fullbath, stacklaundry/familyroom/bedroom.Second oor-two bedrooms.Fullbasement,opendeck,standingseammetal roof,additionaloutbuildingsforstorage.Largegrassylawn. Hikeformilesrightoutsideyourdoor.Tranquilitywith nature,buttenminutestotheMAturnpikeandoutlet shopping. $265,000/R2785
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LENOX
Perennialsfordays.Thishomeis situated onjustunderanacreofland.Somuchto offer.Meticulouslymaintained3bedroom 1.5bath, replaceddenopenstolargescreened inporch.Greatroomleadstopicturesque stonepatio.Opendiningandkitchenarea. Finishedbasement. $379,900/R2910
BECKET
First oor-masterbedroomsuitewithbath.Open oorplan with replaceandupdatedkitchen,additionalbedroom/bath. Second oor-bedroom/bathandadjoiningloft,additionalroom forartist’s/writer’sstudioorsleeping.Largescreenporchfor dininganddeckforrelaxinginthesun. $334,900/R2892
AnaffordablegetawayintheBerkshires!This country contemporary is walkingdistancetotheboatlaunchat GoosePond!Greatvalueaspropertyincludestwoparcelsfor atotalof over7Tyringhamacres!Aprivatelysitedvacation oryear-roundhomenestledinnatureandwoods.AGoshen stonewalkwayleadstoaspaciouswrap-arounddeck.Three bedrooms,twofullbaths, replacedlivingroomandawalkoutlowerlevel.Enjoylowtaxesandcountrylivingwitheasy accesstotheAppalachianTrail,yetminutestoMApike, outletshopping,Jacob’sPillowandmore. $289,900/ R2650
STOCKBRIDGE
Sitedattheendofacul-de-sacthismove-inready contemporarycape is amust-see!Openplanwith replaced living,updatedkitchen,diningthatopenstolargedeck. First oorbedroom/fullbathandlaundry.Second oortwoadditionalbedrooms/fullbathandopenloftarea.This privatesanctuaryof3.5acresincludesattachedgarage,large storageshedandcirculardrivewithperennialgardens. LessthantenminutestoTanglewoodandStockbridgeBowl! $489,000/R2899
PITTSFIELD
Greatbusinessopportunityforsomeonelooking foranabundanceofwarehousespace.Over15,000 squarefeet.Loadingdocks.Thinkoutsidethe box.Locatednexttoarailroadtrackandparallel toDaltonAve.Primelocation. $499,900/B2908.
HINSDALE
Countrylivingwithwesterlyviewsfromyour5.9acreparcel!Tasteful renovationretainedperioddetailswithtoday’sconveniences!First oor master/fullbath,kitchenwithquartzcountersandstainlessappliances. Openstaircaseto2-3additionalbedrooms.Sliderto aspaciousrear deck.Largesunporch,updatedmechanicalsystems,detachedgarage. Surroundedbyaprotected48+acreparcelforprivacy! $309,000/R2915
PITTSFIELD
Delightfulbrickcapeonquietdeadend street. Threebedrooms,twofullbaths,openkitchen, livingroomwithpicturewindow,attachedgarage. Privatereardeck. $184,900/R2819
PITTSFIELD
CharmingcapeclosetoAllendaleelementary.First oormasterbedroomwithfullbathandlaundry. Fireplacedlivingroom,diningroom,asecond rst oorbedroom.Spaciousattachedgaragewith frontandrearyardaccess.Largeover-sizedsunny cornerlot-greatforpicnics,gardeningandmore! $174,900/R2898
LEE
Fabuloushomeseton31/2acres.Expansive grounds includea eldstonefplc, diningplatform andbunkhouse stylebuilding.Meticulousranch homewith2-cargarage,3bdrms/2ba, stonefplc andretro-coolrecrmwithabuilt-in stonebar. $264,000/R2894
NORTHADAMS
Enjoyonelevellivinginthis3bdrmranchwith1/2acre ofbeautifulmountainbackdrop.Openplanwithsliding doorsto aprivatedeck.Gazebowithscreenedwindows.2 cargaragewithaddedstorage.LittleTLCandthishome willbejustright!MinutesfromdowntownNorthAdams, MassMoCAandWindsorlake. $165,000/R2921
STOCKBRIDGE
Considerthepossibilitiesonalmost anacre ofwaterfrontlandontheriver!Walktotown, theater,restaurants.Kayakfromyourownyard, sunnyopengardenspace.Evaluate structure forrenovationorcreatenew.Townwater,septic designfora4bdrmdwelling. $159,000/R2897
LENOX
Thischarming,617squarefootcommercial buildingislocatedintheheartofthevillage. Perfectspotforaprofessionalof cewithinviting frontporchandparkingintherear.Townwater/ sewer,naturalgasheatandonthebusline. $249,000/ B2813
LENOX
Firsttimeoffered.Greatwalk-totownlocation. Thiscapehomefeatures3bedrooms, replace, hardwood oors,screenedporch,garage.Some interiorupdateswillmakethisagreathome!
$252,000/R2920
LANESBORO
Firsttimeoffered, thehistoricSt. Luke’sOldStone Churchdatesfrom 1836.Highvisibilitylocation!Considerthepossibilities. Aseasonallyused sanctuarywithout heating,wateror wastesystems.
Pleasecallfordetailsonthisunique offering.$149,900/R2888
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GREA TVALUESATROLLINGHILLS
Enjoytheon-siteamenitiesofthisestablishedcondo community.RollingHillshasclubhouse,pool,tennis,kayak/ canoestorage,walkingtrails,communitygarden.This rst oorunitwithtwobedroomshasupdatedbaths,replacement windows,newermechanicals.Lowerlevelpartially nished. Slidertoopenreardeck. $189,900/C2833
Privateviewsof Yokun Brook.Tanglewoodunitwithextraloft/ denandexitdoor.Bamboo oorslowerlevelwithMurphybed. First oor–2bedroomswithadjoiningbaths.Kitchenwith quartzcountersandnewerstainlesssteelappliances.Den/loft/ livingroomwithethanolfueled replace.Awningcovereddeck. $279,900/C2891
Endunitinbuildingsix.Beautifulmeadowviewsfromyour privatereardeckwithawning.Sliderhasbeenreplacedinthis twobedroom/twobathupperunit.Enjoyclubhousew/exercise room,sauna,pool,tennis,walkingtrailsandcommunitygarden. Ef cientnaturalgas,centrala/c. $163,500/C2820
Beautifullowerlevel.Kitchenhasgranitecounters/new lightcoloredcabinetry,laminatedoak oorspluscarpeting. Completelyredonemasterbathwithwalk-inshower.Second bedroom/of cewithMurphybed.Convenientlylocatednear amenities.GreatlocationforallthattheBerkshireshaveto offer. $217,500/C2881
FAIRWYNDS-LENOX
Lookingtohaveitall?A rathershortwalkwill getyoutotheoutdoor pool,thetenniscourts, the rstteeforaroundofgolf,Sloane’sTavern restaurantandtheworldclassSpa.Thisstand alonecondofeaturesaneat-inkitchen,alarge greatroomwithgas replaceandslidersouttothe opendeck(overlookingthe4thhole),adenwith built-incabinetry,aguest powderroomplusthe masterbedroomcompletewithtwolargeclosets andabathincludingajettub,separateshower, separatetoiletareaandtwovanities.Upstairs featurestwomorebedroomssharingafullbath plusaloftforanof ce. $849,999/C2872
WINDENHILL
TakeinthesunsetsandviewsofLilyPondfromyourprivatedeck. Twobedrooms,eachwithprivatebath,denwithFrenchdoorsserves asabonussleepingspace.Centrala/c,naturalgasheat,and replace.
$474,500/C2778
LAKECREST –PITTSFIELD
Clubhousewithexercisearea/activityroom.Tenniscourts(includinga pickleballcourt),pool,lake.Dock/mooringarea.
Lovelyget-a-wayplaceinthe Berkshires.Largegreatroom w/ replaceanddiningarea. Extendeddeckwithviewsof lake.Fullyappliancedkitchen. FirstFloormasterbedroom/bath and2ndbedroom/bath.Two bedroomsupstairsw/fullbath, storagespace.Partially nished basementwithgamearea, laundry/separateutility.Attached one-cargarage. $439,000/C2855
CONDOSINALLPRICESATOCTOBERMT.VILLAGES! OCTOBERMT.–LEE
Enjoycommunitypool,har-trutennisintheOctoberMountainVillageCondocommunity.
Thistownhousecondofeaturesopenkitchen,three bedrooms,twofullbathsandalargeopenreardeck. Invitingfrontporchwithwoodyviewsmakesthis aprivatesetting inthelong-establishedOctober Mountaincomplex.Enjoycommunitypool,tennisand conveniencetoshoppingandalltheareaattractions.
$229,900/C2830
Move-inready rst oorfeaturesopenplan,kitchen, greatroomwithpristinewood oors, replace, skylights,sliderstolargedeck.Fullbathandden/ bedroomon1st oor.Upperlevelwithtwoadditional bedrooms,master/fullbath.Finishedwalk-outlower level.Frontporch. $279,000/C2797
Privatesettingwithwoodsandopenviews!Threebedroomsandthreefullbaths!Thelowerlevel isfully nishedwithslidersto awalk-outforextraguestspace.Enclosedrearporchprovides seasonalspacefordining,relaxingandtakinginnaturewhileshelteredfromtheelements!
$219,000/C2800
WALDENVILLAGEMORGANMANOR –LENOX
Easyonelevellivinginthistwobedroom,twobathcondo.Community featuresincludeheatedpoolandtenniscourt.Nearlake.Closetorestaurants andBerkshireattractions. $199,900/C2925
FirstFloorspaciouscornerunit.Twobedrooms/twofullbaths! Kitchenwithbamboo oor,granitecountersstainlessappliances (gasrange).Stacklaundryintheunit!Walk-to-townconvenience. Thecondofeeincludesnaturalgasheatandhotwater. $204,900/ C2912
48HousatonicSt.,Lenox•413-637-4200 www.berkshirehouses.com•pcltd@roadrunner.com
NewEnglandFarmhouseinLenox!Nicelyupdated kitchen/bathswithKohler xtures.Wood oors.Open living/dining andfamilyrm.Spaciousmasterbdrm withlaundryhook-upinthewalk-inclosetandden. Twoadditionalbedrooms.Replacementwindows.Yard,Goshen stonepatio,deck, and repit.Private andclosetotown.Historic tiestothetown andarchitecturaldetailsmakethishome special. $375,000/R2911
RICHMOND
Buildyourdreamhomeonthisbeautifulpastoral lot.Itissouthfacing-perfectforsolar.Aseasonal brookrunsalongtheedgeoftheproperty.Setona peacefulcountryroadinthesoughtafterRichmond schooldistrict. Just minutesawayfromTanglewood andalltheBerkshireattractions. $199,000/L2856
RICHMOND
Twobuildinglotsofferedasapackage. Openmeadowsettingsof2.03and2.49 acresmakeforonelargeestatelotor keepasstandalonelots. $140,000for both!/L2303
Wonderfulvacationretreatoryear-roundhome. Beautifulwoodpanelingthroughout the rst, secondandbasementlevels.Screenedinback porch.Shedwithelectricity.WellsRoadlocation iswithinwalkingdistanceofLakeandSherwood Shoppe,ACountryGeneralStore. $159,000/R2914
TYRINGHAM
Buildyourdreamhomeon aquietTyringhamculde-sac.Allhomesitesareatleast5acresensuring maximumprivacyforall.MinutestoLeeand Monterey,buttheserenitywillmakeyouthinkyou aremilesawayfromitall! $164,500/L2832
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NORTHADAMS
ScenicroadacrossfromMt.Greylock StateReservation.Partiallycleared, previouslyperced.This1.6acre buildinglotcanbepurchased individuallyorofferedwithoneor twoadditionaladjoininglots. Each lot$47,900. L2806/L2807/L2808
Largepaveddriveandoff-streetparkinginthe rear.Onebedroomunits.Separateutilities.(gasor electricheat-threenaturalgashotwater(twoless thanayearold).Theupstairsapartmentisrecently updatedwithnewerkitchen,counter,cabinets, carpet. $79,000/R2917
LANESBORO
Buildyourdreamhomeonthistranquilwooded setting,intermittentstreamandspring,mixedmature hardwoodslocatedatthebaseofMountGreylock StateReservation.Thislandispartiallycleared,has passedperctesting,anapproved4bedroomseptic designandisfullysurveyed. $54,900/L2906
BECKET
Wonderfulfour-acrebuildinglotin BecketWoods.Extensive walking/ hikingtrails,communitypondsfor shingandswimming.Thereisayearroundstreamonthebackofthiswooded lot. $30,000/L2513
Createyourowncountryhome inBallyhooEstates.Threelots tochoosefrom…4.96acres $28,000,6.06acres$34,000, 11.02acres$62,000/L2810/ L2811/L2812
BECKET
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$169,900 In-Townduplexclosetoschoolsand shopping.Opportunityforowner occupancy.Eachsideoffersopen kitchen,dining,livingroom. enclosed frontporch.2bedrooms, fullbathand walkupattic.LaundryareaIlowerlevel. Shed,circulardriveandtieredyard.
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GreatNeighborhood! JustReduced! MotivatedSellers!ExpandedCape withlargeeat-inkitchen w/breakfastnook. Frontlivingroomw/beautifulhardwood oors,fullbathroom, lst oorbedroom,formaldiningroom&largeaddition/familyroomw/slidersleadingtoprivatedeckw/ pergola.Thesecond ooroffers2additionalgenerous sizebedroomsw/built-insandhardwood ooring.Ofcespacew/fullbathroomandlargemasterbedroom aboveaddition.Tonsofclosets&storagethroughout this
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TheformerMaplewoodInn,setinthequiethamletofAshleyFallsisaneleganthistorichousethat datesbackoriginallytothe1770s.Spacious,brightopenlivingareas,highceilings,beautiful oors, staircases,windows, replacesandexpansivescreenedporches onthe rstandsecond oorsare justsomeofthecharacteristicsthatsetthispropertyapartfromothers.Thebackgardenandheated Gunitein-groundpoolandspaareprotected bymature treesanduniqueoutbuildingsincludingtwo barns,onewithatwo-cargarage,aformerbarbershop,smokehouse,andtwo-storyicehouse.The compoundoffersmatureplantingsafruit orchard.Thechef’skitchenhasaWolfrangeandopento thefamilyroom.A/Conthesecond oor,alarmsystem,andbeautifullightthroughoutthehouse. Thepropertyat$900,000listed byTim Lovett atBerkshirePropertyAgents
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Businesszonedlocatedin mixedareaofbusinesses andresidences10rm, 2bath,newerroofand furnace,handicapped accessibility,greatforlarge family,in-laworathomebusiness.1stflrbathandbdrm.Entrepeneurs welcome.Checkpossibilites.Sellerwantsoffers
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Preparing your replace or stove for the season
Fireplaces and wood-burning stoves not only can be beautiful focal points within a home, but they also provide an additional source of heat and can be used to keep rooms or entire homes comfortable without the need for additional and potentially costly heating sources.
Just like more modern home heating systems, stoves and fireplaces need to be maintained, and that maintenance includes readying them before winter when they are used more heavily. Ensuring a fireplace or stove is in good working order helps to guarantee efficiency of use and safety during the winter months.
Open-flame heating sources car ry with them certain risks. The National Fire Protection Association states that, between 2009-2013, American fire departments responded to 56,000 home structure fires that involved heating equipment. The NFPA notes that the leading factor contributing to home-heating fires is a failure to keep things clean, principally from solid-fueled heating equipment. The following are a handful of ways to stay safe as you get ready for another cozy season around the fire.
• Start with the chimney. Begin by having your chimney thoroughly cleaned and inspected. Creosote can build up inside of the chimney. Creosote is highly flammable and becomes more difficult and expensive to clean the longer it builds up inside your flue lining. In addition, animals may have created nest inside of the chimney since the last time the fireplace was used. A professional chimney sweep should be hired in this situation. He or she will be able to effectively clean the chimney in a manner that is the least messy and disruptive to residents.
• Install or check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
Operational alar ms are essential to preventing injury or death resulting from smoke or carbon monoxide inhalation. Such detectors are inexpensive safeguards that should be installed on every floor of the house. Batteries should be replaced every six months, and the alar ms themselves should be changed every five to 10 years.
• Inspect the chimney from outdoors as well. Inspect the mortar around any bricks in the chimney and sur rounding areas for cracks. If left unaddressed, these can cause dangerous fires. If there are serious cracks, a professional may need to make repairs or the chimney may need to be replaced. You also can have the chimney capped with a screen to keep animals and debris from entering.
• Inspect the damper. A damper is a valve or plate that stops or regulates the flow of air inside a chimney. It should be checked prior to the first use of a stove or fireplace so homeowners can be certain it opens and closes smoothly.
• Clear out flammable items. Move flammable items away from the front of a fireplace or stove. Be sure curtains or other home furnishings are far enough away that they will not catch fire from any errant sparks or flames.
• Order wood now. Be sure there is plenty of wood for the season. Ask a wood supplier to estimate just how much will be needed, and double-check that the wood will arrive in time for the start of the season.
By preparing for fireplace and wood stove use now, homeowners can ensure their winters are comfortable and safe.
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Christmas trees are symbols of the holiday season and the spirit of giving that the season champions. Choosing and decorating a Christmas tree is a tradition for many families, and depending on the trees they choose, families may have some work to do to keep their trees glowing all season long.
Artificial Christmas trees require little, if any, maintenance. But live Christmas trees, which some people feel are more authentic and welcoming than their artificial counterparts, require daily maintenance. In addition to supplying the tree with water at least once per day, live Christmas tree owners can take these steps to prolong the life of their trees.
• Protect the tree on the way home. Your tree might be vulnerable to damage as you transport it from the farm to your living room. Unwrapped trees placed atop vehicles can be dried out by the wind. Prevent wind damage by wrapping the tree if you plan to place it atop your vehicle. If possible, lay the tree in the bed of a pickup
truck and close the cover over the bed. If you don’t have access to a pickup truck but can use a minivan or SUV to transport your tree, see if the tree fits inside your vehicle. If it doesn’t, wrap it tightly in a blanket or another form of cover, making sure the cover won’t blow off in the wind when you hit the open road.
• Have the tree cut before you take it off the lot. If you typically purchase your tree from a florist or tree lot instead of a tree farm, then remember to ask the seller to recut the stem of the tree before you take it home. Tree farm trees are freshly cut, but trees sold away from the farm might have been chopped down weeks before they are ultimately sold. During the interval between being cut down and sold, trees’ vascular systems can clog and prevent the tree from getting the water it needs to survive the season. A fresh cut of the stem unclogs the system and ensures the tree will be able to consume water.
• Avoid placing the tree near heaters or drafty windows. Many people know that
placing a live tree near a potentially hot heating vent poses a fire hazard. But doing so also can dry out the tree, decreasing the chances it will make it through the season. Placing the tree near drafty windows also can dry out the tree, so try to find a spot in your home with a consistent temperature.
• Water the tree often. Christmas trees need lots of water to make it through the season. You may notice the water in the tree stand disappears quickly when you first bring the tree home. That’s because freshly cut trees will consume more water than trees that were cut several weeks ago. As the season goes on and the tree’s vascular system begins to clog, you might not need to water the tree as much as you did when you first brought it home. But check the tree’s water stand twice per day when you first bring it home, refilling the stand with water whenever necessary.
A few tricks of the trade can help holiday celebrants maintain lush, aweinspiring Christmas trees throughout the holiday season.
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HOLI DAYGATHERINGS, EVENINATINYHOUSE!
byLynnArseneau
DearLynn, Therearesomanythingswedon’tknow aboutsearchingforandbuyingahome. Oncewethinkweknoweverything(patonthe back!)wehearofsomethingwedidn’tknow.So, what’sthestoryregardingbuyingahouseonthe water?Wouldweownpartofthelake?Doesthat meanwecankeeppeopleoffofourportion?That doesn’tseemrealistic.Whataboutariverorthe ocean?
WaterLoggedinMA
DearWaterLogged, Therearerightspertainingtoowning propertyonariver/steamorseashore. Theyarecalledriparianandlittoralrights. Riparianrightsrefertoownershipoflandabutting astream,pondorriver.Thelandownerdoesnot ownthewaterbutinsteadhasarighttouseand enjoythewater.Thewaterisregardedasproperty ofthestate.So,youwouldnotbeabletokeep othersfromenjoyingiteither.Rightsrelatingto theownershipofpropertythatabutsanocean, sea,orlake.Littoralrightsaresimilarbutinvolve thesea,oceanorlake.Littoralrightsaregenerally concernedwiththeuseandenjoymentofthe shore.Formoredetailedinformationandan interestingreadgotowww.Mass.govSearchfor EnergyandEnvironmentalAffairs–PublicRights AlongtheShoreline
HiLynn, Ihaveaproblem.I’mgoingtocloseonmy rsthouseinJanuary.Thepropertyhas6
acresoflandthatIplantofencein,buildahorse barn,createaridingring,andhaveamassivegarden. Thereisamapbuttherearenolandmarksatallto startanymeasuringfrom.Theownersdon’tknow theexactpropertylines.Theysaid“maybe‘this’tree and‘that’rockoritcouldbewhereweusedtohave ourbeehivesorwheregreatgrandpaAbnerplanted thepinetreethatwashitbylightning”.Ithinkyou getmydrift.IwastoldIwouldgetaplotplanatthe closing.IsthatallIneedtoproceedwithmyplans?
AnitaAnneSur
DearAnita, Nope,theplotplanwon’tdoitforyou.The plotplanisusedtodeterminethatallthe structuresincludingthehouse,shed,garage,deck, fencesarewithintheboundariesoftheproperty.If theplotplanshowstheisan“encroachment”then therecouldbeaproblem.Whatyou’llmostlikely needisasurvey.That’sthesafestrouteasopposedto takingachanceandbuildingyourPonderosawhile tryingtoguesswherethepropertylinesare.I’veseen situationswherepeoplehavehadtomovefences, shedsandevenabarn!
DearLynn, I’M FREAKINGOUT!Ihaveanew house,it’snotbig,BUTIinvitedmyentire familyforChristmas!11people!Ihaveatable6 chairs,enoughtablewarefor4.5people(Ilosta spoonandknifeinmynewgarbagedisposal).My kitchenissmall,Ihave4pansandacookiesheet, mybathroomisbeingredonesoit’samess.Iwas soexcitedaboutmyhousethatwhenIinvited
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I’vebeenaRealtorfor33years.Peoplefrequentlyaskfor myadviceandopinions,andbysharingthosequestionsand answerswithyou,Ihopetooffersomehelpfulinformation.
everyoneIwasthinkingveryoptimistically.I’min apanic,HELP!
Dear…Isthatyou’reREALname, Hey,theholidaysareallaboutbeing togetherwithfriendsandfamilyenjoying eatingalldaysoeveryonecanfallasleeponyour couchlater.Thisissimple.Everyonebringsa dish(withfoodinit)someonebringsdrinks,and someoneelsebringsdesserts.Youcookthebird, ham,Tofurkeyinyouroven.Directionsareallover theinternetandonthepackagessodon’tfret.Get someheavypaperplates,cups,napkinsandplastic atware.Setupabuffetonyourtable,ironing board,bedsidestand,bookshelves(takethebooks off).Putthechairsinyourlivingroom,throw somepillowsonthe oorandyou’llbeamazedhow peoplewill ndaspottodosomeplatebalancing! ThenturnofftheTVandthecellphones(youcan havefunbycollectingphonesetc.inadecorated boxandreturningthemlater),lookatoldpictures thatareinPHOTOALBUMS,sharestories,play charades,telljokes.OHOH…youcouldeven runHallmarkChristmasmoviesALLday!Even better…watch“It’sAWonderfulLife”! Believeitornot,itmaybe thebestholidayyouand yourfamilyandfriends haveeverhad! Remember,“Everytime abellringsanangelgets hiswings”.(From“It’sA WonderfulLife”)
Charles Kulas 358-5524
Gus Schnopp
Ellen Kushi 684-1653
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H ProfessionalSer vice H Seller Representation H Buyer Representation H FreeMarketEvaluation H CalltheProfessionalsofDaltonTown&Countrytodaytolistyourhomeorspeakto oneofourBuyeragents.Youcanalsogetonourautomatedemaillistforlistingsheets.
DaltonPineCrest Estates
8room,4bedroom,2.5bath homewith rst oormaster bedroomsuite,open oorplan, cathedralceilinggreatroomwith replace,formaldiningroom, kitchenwithbreakfastnook, rst oorlaundry,twocargarage.
Dalton
Split-levelhomelocatedjust outsideoftown,distance views,2carattachedgarage, masterbedroom/bathroomup withcathedralceilings,three bedroomsandabathdown, updatedoakcabinetkitchen, diningroom,sunroom,some wood oors.$207,000 CallCharlesat413-358-5524
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Dalton,MA
DaltonPineCrestEstates,This re nedfamilyhomeconsistsof 4bedrooms,amasterbedroom suitewithmasterbath,along withtwofamilybaths.Thegreat roomfeaturesavaultedceiling anda replace.Cathedral ceilingenhancesthedining room,plusithasabreakfast nook,anda2cargarage
Dalton PineCrestEstates, PineCrestEstates,ThreeSmallLotsavailableforonly$55,000
Dalton Town&Count ry
CallCharlesat413-358-5524 413-684-2001
JamesMcRory 441-2898 195OnotaSt,Pitts eld. Crossroadsbar/ restaurant.Owner retiring.Established businessforover40 years.Possibleowner nancing.
338SouthSt.,Pitts eld,MA www.berkshirecountyrealty.com
Of ce:(413)499-0991
CallJim
YarmouthSt,Pitts eld.Land- 45acres. Land-45acres. Legalfrontage,utilitiestosite.Possible owner nancing.
$100,000 CallJim
390FennStreet,Pitts eld,MA
FormerNAPAAuto Parts.10,000sq.ft. Largeparkinglot.Will subdivide.
Lease CallJim
DWYERAGENCY
EleanoreBrownAssociates 772NorthSt.,Pitts eld 413-442-3350 www.dwyeragency.com
151DraperAve.,Pittsfield
Featuresthis3bedroomhomewithahugeback yard.Largeeatinkitchen(new oor)with1/2 wall affordingnaturallightfromthelivingroom andlargebaywindow.Updatedexteriorvinyl siding,windowsandroof.Fullbasementwith 1/2formerlyusedas familyroom. Muchpotentialforthishome.
87 WahconahSt,Pitts eld. Completingtotal rehab.Fullliquor license. Greatrestaurant/ loungelocation. Nearhospital& ballpark. $395,000Possibleowner nancing
7WinterStreet,Pitts eld, MA
FormerMazzeo's/Jae's. Totalrenovation2016. Turnkeyrestaurant. Fullliquorlicense.Visit ourwebsiteforinterior photos. Motivated Seller - BuyorLease!
PRICEREDUCED! CallJim
535TylerStreet,Pitts eld,MA
Formerdoggrooming shop.1st oor-of ce/ retail.2nd oorapt.
PRICEREDUCED$74,000CallJim
7Park St.,Stockbridge,MA
Walk totownorenjoythetrailstoLaura’sTower orIceGlenfromtheendof ParkSt.2bedroom homewithbeautifulnew,andlarge,bathroom. Muchrenovatinghasbeendone,including addingagreatscreenedporchintherear.
76PartridgeRd.,Pittsfield,MA
Locatedon asemicornerlotwithacrystalclear inground swimmingpoolandlargeyardforoutdooractivities.Rear deckforoutsidediningoverlookingthepoolarea.Main levelhas2/3bedrooms,eatinkitchen,spaciousliving roomwithdiningareaandbeautifulhardwood oors. Closetsareallcedarlined.Lowerleverfeaturesthefamily roomplus2morerooms,bathandlaundry/utilityroom. Vinylsided,replacementwindows,newergasfurnace. Solarpanelshavereducedelectriccoststremendously.
MarcelL.Archambault Realtor 413-441-5285
DeborahDwyer Realtor 413-441-7580
413-743-9512 •52ChurchSt.,Cheshire,MA www.ReynoldsLawnMower.com
1775S.StateRd.Rt 8•Cheshire, MA 413-442-4749• www.whitneysfarm.com
Stopinto H.D.Reynoldsat 52ChurchSt.,Cheshire,MA orWhitney’sFarmat 1775S.StateRd.,Cheshire,MAtoseeour SimplicitySnowThrowersforyourself
3bedroomunitsstart at$399,000. Homesitesavailablestartingat$65,000.
Fullliquorlicense,allequipment.NewBlodgettpizzaoven,newa/cunit. Includesalltables&chairs,pictures,pots,pans,dishes,forks,younameit. Ownersretiring!Owner nancingavailable,CallPaulfordetails. Asking$99,900
FORSALEBYOWNER 23HighStreet 2237sqft
*Solidhardwoodbamboo ooringthroughout
*3bedrooms
*21/2bathrooms
*Laundryonthesecond oor.
*Newconstructionhighend nishingthroughout.
*Custombaths&customkitchen.
*Roof,siding,insulation,windows,Doors,heatingsystem,plumbing,decks, tomuchtomention.
Amustseeforsalebyowner 413-347-6483 For aprivateshowing.
