A Modern Cabin on the Husatonic in Great Barringtion

A contemporary house that feels almost suspended in the trees. 324 Park Street in Great Barrington sits on more than 25 acres on the backside of Monument Mountain, where a modern, window filled home is positioned to capture long views through the forest canopy toward the Housatonic River below.

Built in 2012, the 1,622-square-foot residence is deliberately compact and efficient. The layout includes two bedrooms and two full baths, along with a main living area that is organized around light and landscape. The architecture leans toward a mid-century sensibility, with broad windows, clean lines, and an open plan that keeps the interior visually connected to the woods outside.

The central living area reads as one continuous space. Kitchen, dining, and lounge spaces are arranged around the view, creating an environment where the outside landscape becomes part of the daily experience. A Scandinavian soapstone wood stove anchors the living room during winter months, while central air and modern mechanical systems keep the house comfortable throughout the year.

Outside, the acreage creates a sense of quiet seclusion that is increasingly rare this close to town. The property spans about 25 acres of wooded hillside, offering privacy and a natural buffer from neighboring homes. Trails and mountain terrain extend into the surrounding forest, and openings in the trees reveal glimpses of the valley and river below.

324 Park Street, Great Barrington is listed for $796,000 by Claudia Laslie at Lance Vermeulen Real Estate.