My husband and I wanted to get away and stay in a house with a lake view, and Amanda's place was perfect. The house is so close to the lake that you can be cozy inside and still get wonderful views of the lake. We saw beaver each evening at sunset, wood ducks, and great blue herons among other wildlife. The house was very clean and well-stocked, and we very much appreciated the multiple pairs of binoculars and bird books and magazines. We did many short hikes that are in the area, including the wonderful nature preserve that's across the street, visiting both Audubon centers that are in Sharon, and hiking at Kent Falls state park. One rainy day we enjoyed the beautiful drive from Salisbury to Great Barrington and Stockbridge, with stops at local bakeries and cafes. We ate very well the whole time, including a wonderful dinner at the White Hart Inn. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend Amanda's place as a wonderful lakeside getaway any time of year!