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Stockbridge Bowl

Massachusetts

4Listings$125K-$15.1M$16.2MTotal Value
Stockbridge Bowl, Massachusetts

The Stockbridge Bowl real estate market is a tight inventory marketplace for lake property in Massachusetts.

Normally there are very few lake homes for sale at Stockbridge Bowl, and very few listings for lots and land.

The closest major airport, Albany International Airport, is only 50 miles away.

About Stockbridge Bowl

Located in Berkshire County, Massachusetts

Stockbridge Bowl, known locally as Lake Mahkeenae, is located in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. This 398-acre man-made lake has approximately six miles of shoreline with a maximum depth of 48 feet.

The Albany International Airport is situated 50 miles northwest in Albany, New York. The closest location for urgent care is the Berkshire Medical Center, 11 miles north in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

Locals will enjoy fantastic nearby cuisine at Rogue Restaurant, Prime Italian Steakhouse & Bar, Bistro Zinc, and Joe's Diner.

Activities on the Lake

There are plenty of activities to do out on Stockbridge Lake!

During the warmer months, residents enjoy swimming, paddleboarding, sailing, and fishing. Locals flock to Stockbridge for ice-skating and ice-fishing during the winter.

The boating ramp is located near the northwest side of the lake. It’s owned and operated by the town of Stockbridge, and there are a set of rules to follow located at the ramp.

Fish

The different types of species that you can expect to catch here at Stockbridge are Chain Pickerel, Yellow Perch, Pumpkinseed, Brown Bullhead, just to name a few. Fun fact, the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife releases catchable trout here each fall and spring.

The Arts and Nature

There are plenty of places to visit around Stockbridge. One of the many spots for local entertainment is TurnPark Art Space, a sculpture museum. There's so much more than just traditional art here; it’s also an exhibition venue and amphitheater!

Perhaps the best-known cultural gem of Stockbridge is Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra! Tanglewood also plays host to many concerts by emerging and well-known instrumentalists.

Are you a plant person who likes to explore nature? If so, then you should check out Berkshire Botanical Garden. There are 15 acres of flower beds, ponds, and gardens to experience here.

Explore Nearby Albany, New York

New York State's capital is only an hour's drive away from Stockbridge Bowl!

Check out Washington Park; this city oasis was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the father of modern American landscaping. Take a stroll around the lake and over the beautiful Victorian bridge, or see the thousands of gorgeous tulips that surround Moses Fountain in the spring.

The Albany Institute of History and Art is another must on your list of stops in the city. This cultural landmark was opened in 1791, making it one of the oldest museums in the country! It features paintings, prints, watercolors, textiles, and other objects that illustrate a narrative of history in the Hudson Valley and its importance to U.S. history as a whole.

Schedule a tour on the USS Slater DE-766, a Destroyer Escort from WWII! During the war, these ships were in charge of guarding naval task forces against Japanese kamikaze attacks or German U-Boats. In modern times, it gives visitors a chance to learn about the day-to-day lives and conditions the men that worked aboard these ships lived through.

Why Stockbridge Bowl?

Whether you're looking for a cozy place to retire or a fun outdoor paradise for the family, then take a look at Stockbridge Bowl. It might just be the location of your next lake home!

Lake Overview

  • 6mi. of Shoreline
  • 25ft. Avg. Depth
  • 48ft. Deepest Depth
  • Ownership
    Public
  • Acreage
    398

Information

  • Counties: Berkshire County

Nearby

Hospitals
(413) 447-2000
725 North Street
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Airports
Albany International Airport
Albany Shaker Rd, Colonie, NY
50 miles away