220 Kemble St Lenox, MA 01240
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,084 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,084 sqft
Price per Sqft $520
MLS Listing ID 247514
Style Cottage
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Construction Status Updated/Remodeled
Year Built 1900
Annual Tax Amount $6,601
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 0.589 Acres
Acres 0.59
Lot Dimensions 25650
Source Berkshire County Board of REALTORS®
Property Description
Once the Gardener's Cottage for the historic Bishop Estate, this enchanting Lenox property blends storybook charm, thoughtful updates, and timeless craftsmanship. Mature Ginkgo and Beech trees, wildflowers, and perennials frame the approach, while a gazebo and saltwater pool anchor the garden landscape, creating a private retreat within walking distance of Lenox.
Inside, the home reveals a careful balance of character and comfort. The front hall is highlighted by a unique, flowing staircase railing — a design flourish that sets a warm and memorable tone the moment you enter. From there, a gracious living room with fireplace, sunlit solarium, and cozy den for movies or reading provide inviting spaces for gathering. The dining room carries historic warmth, while the renovated kitchen (2020) combines style and function with custom cherry cabinetry, soapstone counters, a designer tile backsplash, and a professional Bertazzoni range with pot filler.
Upstairs, recent renovations are remarkable. A cathedral-ceiling guest bedroom with exposed beams and adjoining study offers drama and flexibility, while the fully gutted and enlarged bathroom is a showpiece with artisan tile, a walk-in shower with bench, dual vanity, and abundant natural light. The primary suite has been refined with plaster restoration, refinished floors, expanded closets, and a serene arched hallway leading to a balcony overlooking the gardens and pool. A new second-floor laundry center, updated windows, insulation upgrades, Farrow & Ball finishes, and a restored slate roof enhance efficiency, beauty, and peace of mind throughout.
Outdoors, the property shines as a summer sanctuary. The saltwater pool has been fully updated with new systems (2024-25) and is complemented by a gazebo with electricity, perfect for al fresco dinners, music, or shaded afternoons. Rock gardens, Rose of Sharon, hibiscus, and layered landscaping provide seasonal beauty, while the sweeping lawn invites play and gatherings.
Set in a sought-after location with a sidewalk into town, this one-of-a-kind property is just moments from Lenox's cultural heart stroll to Shakespeare & Co., Canyon Ranch, or The Mount. With its storied past, significant recent updates, and enchanting grounds, this is a turnkey Lenox treasure where history, beauty, and modern ease come together.
Location
State MA
Area Middle Registry
Direction Main St in Lenox to Walker St, Right on Kemble, House is on the right past Canyon Ranch Rt 7 to Kemble St, House is on the left (Before Canyon Ranch)
Rooms
Basement Walkout, Unfinished, Interior Access, Full, Concrete Floor
Interior
Interior Features Cable Available, Fireplace (s), Radiant Heat, Skylight(s), Soapstone Counter, Sun Room
Heating Nat Gas, Boiler, Hot Water
Flooring Ceramic Tile, Wood
Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Exterior
Exterior Feature Trash Private, Pool - In Ground, Mature Landscaping, Landscaped, Outbuilding, Patio
Parking Features false
Garage Spaces 1.0
Garage Description Garaged & Off-Street
Roof Type Slate
Accessibility Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Full Bath, 1st Flr Bdrm w/Bath, 1st Flr Half Bath
Porch true
Total Parking Spaces 1
Garage false
Building
Sewer Private Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Cottage
New Construction No
Construction Status Updated/Remodeled
Schools
Elementary Schools Morris
Middle Schools Lenox Memorial
High Schools Lenox Memorial