3 Lake Buel Rd, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
About This Home
Tucked into the rolling hills of Great Barrington, The Turning Point has been welcoming travelers for more than two centuries. In the 1800s, stagecoaches once paused here—horses rested, stories were traded, and journeys quietly shifted direction. That spirit of arrival still lingers. Now spanning 3,600 square feet, this historic Berkshire retreat has lived many lives: a bustling inn, a beloved home, a place where people gathered, stayed a while, and never quite forgot how it made them feel. With 7 bedrooms and 6.5 baths, the house unfolds with an ease that invites connection and retreat in equal measure. The bones are here—wide-plank floors, glowing fireplaces, generous rooms, and a layout designed for connection. What it needs is someone who sees beyond what it is today and imagines what it could become: a reimagined retreat, an inspired boutique inn, a creative sanctuary, or a legacy home filled with future stories. Just moments from Butternut Basin and minutes to downtown Great Barrington, this is more than a propertyit's an invitation to create something extraordinary.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Range,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partial,Interior Entry
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Den
- Level: First
Dining Room
- Level: First
Family Room
- Level: First
Features
- Flooring: Linoleum,Wood
Full Bathroom
- Level: First
Full Bathroom
- Level: Second
Full Bathroom
- Level: Second
Full Bathroom
- Level: Second
Full Bathroom
- Level: Second
Full Bathroom
- Level: Second
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Propane,Electric
- Cooling features: Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,684
- Total interior livable area: 3,684 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: First
Mud Room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Bedroom,Accessible Full Bath
Details
- Parcel number: 042.000000007.0
- Zoning description: Residential
Lot
- Lot size: 1 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,907 | $34,884 |
| Home Insurance * | $166 | $1,992 |
| Property Taxes | $661 | $7,932 |
| Electricity | $726 | $8,717 |
| Total | $4,460 | $53,520 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-21 | Price change | $675,000 |
| 2025-05-01 | Listed for sale | $725,000 |
| 2025-05-01 | Listing removed | $725,000 |
| 2025-01-17 | Price change | $725,000 |
| 2024-04-30 | Listed for sale | $775,000 |
| 2022-06-13 | Sold | $625,000 |
| 2022-04-30 | Pending sale | $715,000 |
| 2022-04-28 | Listed for sale | $715,000 |
| 2022-04-26 | Pending sale | $715,000 |
| 2022-02-04 | Listed for sale | $715,000 |
| 2021-11-18 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-11-04 | Listed for sale | $750,000 |
| 2019-06-03 | Sold | $367,500 |
| 2019-05-08 | Pending sale | $395,000 |
| 2019-02-06 | Listed for sale | $395,000 |
| 2018-08-08 | Pending sale | $395,000 |
| 2018-06-03 | Listed for sale | $395,000 |
| 2016-07-02 | Listing removed | $399,000 |
| 2016-05-24 | Price change | $399,000 |
| 2015-07-06 | Listed for sale | $465,000 |
| 2008-02-27 | Sold | $3,100,000 |
| 2008-01-24 | Sold | $462,500 |
| 1998-09-01 | Sold | $355,000 |
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