Build your Berkshire dream on this premium 5.33-acre lot in the exclusive Becket Woods community. This rare, high-value parcel is a builder’s dream: Totally level with no slopes, completely wetland-free, and already PERC TEST PASSED. Situated at a crisp 1,950-foot elevation with underground utilities, it offers a front-row seat to all four seasons—from vibrant spring blossoms and lush summer greenery to world-class yellow and orange autumn foliage and serene snowy winters. Whether for a private second home or a high-ROI short-term rental, owners and guests alike enjoy full access to a private 890-acre preserve with 5+ miles of trails, tennis, and swimming ponds. Located just 2 miles from Jacob’s Pillow, 14 miles from Tanglewood, and 2.5 hours from NYC, this dry, build-ready land combines secluded privacy with cultural luxury. Bring your blueprints and start your mountain legacy today!
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Map 217 lot 19
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Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
PropertySubType: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 5.33
Lot Features: Level, Wooded
Wooded Area: 232,174.8
Frontage Length: 315
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public, Private Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $94
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Gas: Other (See Remarks)
Sewer: Perc Test On File
Electric: On-Site, Underground
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: $100
Homeowners Association Membership Required
School Information
Elementary School: Becket
Middle Or Junior School: Nessacus Reg
High School: Wahconah Reg
Location Information
Directions: Land is Located right next to 596 Gentian Hollow Rd
UnparsedAddress: 0 Gentian Hollow Rd, Becket MA 01223
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Pool, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails
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Style: Vacant Land
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County: Berkshire County
APN: Map 217 lot 19
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Becket Washington School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.7mi
6/10
Nessacus Regional Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 14.5mi
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Wahconah Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 14.8mi
6/10
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Historical weather
Becket, MA • 01223
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 21% for direct sun exposure in Becket. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$34,000 – $41,000
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