Among the lovely guests who stayed at Brook Farm Inn for Christmas, was a wonderful family group. It was great fun to host these family members ,who played the piano and sang during our tea time — mulled cider actually, instead of tea for a change –  and gave us permission to share this song which they wrote just for their stay with us. It’s sung to the tune of “Winter Wonderland.”  Watch this blog for a video in the next day or two — you’ll see Linda among the guests, wearing an antler headband !

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CHRISTMAS AT THE OL’ BROOK FARM INN

Christmas time, we’re elated, ‘Tho our pockets, they’re deflated,

We’re here at the Inn, to meet with the kin, Staying at the Ol’ Brook Farm Inn.

We have meals – there’s no cookin.’ Fancy rooms – there’s no cleanin.’

We’re here to relax, away from the fax. Stayin’ at the Ol’ Brook Farm Inn.

In the mornin’ we can choose to sleep in — or go out to take a walk or two.

May even hook up with some old friends, And  then ski down a mountain with a view.

No one cares if you’re lazy. Leave behind work that’s crazy.

We’re happy you see, to be here – and free (at last!).

Stayin at the Ol’d Brook Farm Inn!

• Reservations in one of Brook Farm Inn’s beautifully appointed guest rooms
• Full gourmet breakfast  and afternoon tea and scones by the library fireplace
• A romantic three-course dinner for two at lovely Alta Restaurant and Wine Bar (beverage, tax, and gratuity not included)
• Two tickets for admission to the Norman Rockwell Museum

Choose from three levels of accommodation.

(This offer is available January 2, 2010 to March 31, 2010)

Traditional Includes private bath and king or queen bed

one night $275.00, two nights $400.00

Deluxe Includes Fireplace, TV/DVD private bath king or queen bed

one night $300.00, two nights $450.00

Luxury Includes Fireplace, TV/DVD, heated two-person whirlpool, king bed

one night $350.00, two nights $550.00

(All rates are based on double occupancy.  Tax and gratuity are not included.)

Alta Restaurant and Wine Bar is Zagat Rated. 

ALTA MENU 

A few weeks ago, before our grounds became snow covered for the winter, a guest noticed a large bird in the wooded area outside the breakfast room window.  Brook Farm Inn is located in the heart of the Berkshires, so more than 30 species of birds common to Massachusetts have been sighted on our property. The birds frequently dine along with the guests, who can view the feeder and birdbath from the dining room window.  I’ve posted pictures before, and many are on our Facebook album.  This is the first time I was able to photograph a raptor here in the wild.  After comparing photos from our numerous bird guides, we determined that this big guy was a Red Tailed Hawk.  If you look closely you can see he is having squirrel for breakfast. (Don’t worry.  The inn’s breakfast buffet menu is more palatable for humans.)  Enjoy the pics.

Red Tailed Hawk

Welcome to Snow Time in the Berkshires

Frosty welcomes you to Brook Farm Inn

The  pristine snow that fell in Lenox a few days ago  resulted in the sighting of these winter friends at Brook Farm Inn.  The Berkshires are now ready for cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing.  The ski areas are making their own snow to add to nature’s bounty, and the scenery is great!

Shakespeare and Company  is presenting a magically updated spin on the classic family folktale. Children of all ages will enjoy a contemporary, urban, romantic fairytale about a streetwise accordion player and the handsome cosmopolitan Prince who falls head over heels for her. “Cindy Bella” was presented as a work-in-progress last year, and now returns for its world premiere.

Founders’  Theatre on Kemble Street in Lenox MA is around the block from Brook Farm Inn.
December 10 – December 20
11:00 am / 2:00 pm / 7:00 pm

The Berkshire Theatre Festival is offering a holiday treat!  Dickens’ classic  will be performed just minutes away from Brook Farm Inn, Lenox MA. 

A Christmas Carol runs from December 12-30.  Please note the special “movie pricing” nights on Sunday, December 20 and Monday, December 28 where all seats are only $10!  Order your tickets at (413) 298-5576 ext. 33 or by going to Online Ticketing.

  Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”