50 East Rd, Alford, MA 01266

Set on 35.6 acres in the heart of Alford, this exceptional estate offers privacy, sweeping western views to the Catskills, and direct access to the Tom Ball Mountain Trail, abutting hundreds of acres of protected land. Located just minutes from Great Barrington and approximately 10 minutes to the Massachusetts Turnpike, the property combines seclusion with convenient access to the region's top destinations. Built in 2003 and thoughtfully updated beginning in 2020, the main residence spans approximately 9,400 square feet with 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 3 half baths. The home is designed for both grand entertaining and comfortable daily living, featuring expansive living areas with a fieldstone fireplace and full bar, a custom mural highlighting local landmarks, and a gourmet kitch opens to a light-filled breakfast room with views. The primary suite includes dual bathrooms, dual dressing rooms, and a private kitchenette. A finished lower level offers a stadium-seating theater, wine cellar, game room, and fitness studio. A detached three-bay garage includes a 2,400 sq ft guest house with full kitchen, living room, bedroom, full bath, and private stone patio. The pool area features a heated gunite pool, hot tub, outdoor shower, and a cabana with full bath, changing, and laundry. The grounds are extensively landscaped with irrigation, an 18-tree orchard, raspberry and blueberry plantings, and a Japanese garden with koi pond. Additional features include ADA accessibility and an on-site cistern with a fire hydrant and whole-house fire suppression system. Ideally located near Tanglewood and within easy reach of Catamount and Butternut ski areas, this is a rare Berkshire offering a combination of scale, privacy, and access to outdoor and cultural amenities.