Visit the little village of Housatonic. It's a beautiful ride from Lenox or Stockbridge on Rte. 183 as you pass by the beautiful Housatonic river.. It's very close to Great Barrington and an easy drive to all the other towns in the area.
MUSIC
The most famous attraction is The GUTHRIE CENTER, in the old Trinity church made popular by Arlo Guthries song of Alice's Restaurant. Now owned by Arlo, The Guthrie Center is a not-for-profit interfaith church foundation dedicated to providing a wide range of local and international services and which presents concerts throughout the year.
www.guthriecenter.org ......413-528-1955
DINING
Jacks Grill
The food here is plain & simple. Comfort food for the family…. mashed potatoes, lots of local stuff., Jello. and the best Pot roast in New England. The walls of the building, formerly a hardware store, is filled with collectibles, mostly from the family that owns it. It's a fun place to gather.On Main Street
413) 274-1000 http://www.jacksgrill.com
LODGING
Christine's Bed & Breakfast is an authentic Housatonic cottage built in the 1780's. the rooms are all different with antique furnishings.
In the sunny garden Tearoom there are homade baked goods including scones, cakes, tarts, tea sandwiches, etc. Enjoy them, along with your tea which is served in antique cups and teapots atop old fashioned linens. http://www.christinesinn.com
FOOD
BERKSHIRE MOUNTAIN BAKERY
You're driving from Housatonic toward Stockbridge on 183 and suddenly there's the aroma of freshly baked bread is in the air. You're passing The Berkshire Mountain Bakery. By all means pull your car, or bike, into the parking lot and go in. This is where it all begins. There are lots of natural breads to choose from. There's the famous sourdough bread, crusty and full of flavor., Flax seed bread, Olive bread, Cherry pecan,, Peasant French to name a few. And then there are the-ciabattas -- cheese jalapeno and dark chocolate chock full of dark Callebaut chocolate chunks. There are always a few to taste and they even offer olive oil to dip it into. If you don't see anyone just give a yell and someone will come out and sell you a loaf, or 2 or 3.
On Rte 183
413- 274-3412 www.berkshiremountainbakery.com
