Rural Intelligence (Page 571)

Real Estate

Ranch House, Reinvented

Throw out everything you think you know about the ranch style and step into this modern home designed by a well-known Columbia County architect. The domestic structure, located in Austerliz, was originally bought in the 1970s and got a modern spin with renovated cabinetry, appliances, materials, and smartphone-controlled

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Real Estate

A Bonanza Spread

It's not often that you find a ranch house sited on 15 acres. Private and quiet on a dead end road, this Hillsdale ranch features an open living area with fireplace and cathedral ceilings, kitchen, four bedrooms, and three bathrooms. The basement offers additional space that can be

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Real Estate

One-Level Living

This classic ranch in Lenox has an open floor plan. There are four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a chef's kitchen, and a large living/dining area. Recent improvements include upgrades to roof and systems, built-in bookcases, and a wood-burning fireplace. There is additional space outdoors with a

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Real Estate

Right At Home

It's immediately obvious that this Pawling ranch has been lovingly maintained by the current owners. Located on nearly three acres of a park-like property, the three-bedroom, one-and-a-half bathroom home has a dramatic chef's kitchen with high ceilings and skylights, spacious living

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Real Estate

Gracious And Spacious

Newly built ranches are often far from the modest versions of yesteryear. To wit: this custom-built LaGrangeville house. Offering six bedrooms, three full and two-half-bathrooms, gourmet kitchen, and an incredible 35 x 29 great room, you'll have more than enough living space for family and

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Arts

Novelist Glenda Ruby Conjures Up A "Death at Olana"

By Marilyn Bethany The fictional character of Lindsey Brooks, an expert on antiques, fell into sleuthing early in her career at the behest of an acquaintance in law enforcement who understood what convenient containers antiques can be for smuggling contraband. In addition to running an international auction house, Miss Brooks

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Wellness

Apothecary Friendly: The (Malin + Goetz) Line of Beauty

By Dale Stewart It's hard not to be a tad smitten by Matthew Malin (left) and Andrew Goetz (right), the marvels behind the eponymous beauty line (Malin + Goetz). They are both smart, athletic, articulate, and youthful-looking, a well-matched pair who’ve been together nearly twenty years,

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Arts

Adapting to Ourselves: Williamstown Film Festival Celebrates 15 Years

The Great Chicken Wing HuntBy Nichole DupontHe remembers the first year like it was yesterday. A few indie films sprinkled in with funny shorts and a documentary or two, the distinct feeling that this could be a “thing." Now, Steve Lawson — veteran director of the Williamstown Film Festival — cannot

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Arts

Zip: Two Boots Brings Bawdiness to Bard With Filthy Gorgeous Burlesque

By Robert Warren You can pull all the stops out ‘till they call the cops out, Grind your behind till you're banned. But you gotta get a gimmick if you wanna get a hand! -- Miss Mazeppa, from the Sondheim/Styne musical Gypsy “It’s high time we exposed

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Parties

Construct WALK

Rachel Louchen reports from Great Barrington. On Sunday, October 20th, hundreds participated in the 25th WALK for Construct Inc., the annual fundraiser for the community project that provides food, shelter, adult education, and counseling to homeless individuals in Southern Berkshire County. This year, the 3.5-mile walk started at

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Food

Recipe: Halloween Leftovers?

By Francine Segan You are going to love this healthy dessert from Italy. Yes, dessert and healthy can be used in the same sentence! It’s a little like a deconstructed fruit cake--only scrumptious and strikingly pretty. In an air-tight container or Ziploc plastic bag, combine your favorite

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Parties

Berkshire South Celebrates The Chambers

Amy Krzanik reports from Great Barrington. A large crowd of local businesspeople and community advocates gathered at Berkshire South Regional Community Center on Saturday, October 19 to celebrate the 10th Annual Community Gala, this year honoring the Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce (SBCC), along with the Stockbridge, Lenox and Lee

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