$3,925,000
Lenox, MA 01240
MLS# 250505
8 beds | 9 baths | 6000 sqft
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Property Description
Extraordinary opportunity to own a showcase of New England history and hospitality--17 Main Street, a masterfully restored Berkshire cottage in the vibrant heart of downtown Lenox. Originally built in 1883 and once owned by Gilded Age shipping magnate John Schermerhorn, this landmark property blends historic grandeur with modern comfort. Between 2021 and 2025, the residence underwent a comprehensive top-to-bottom renovation: a new 30-year roof, upgraded electrical and plumbing, 8.5 renovated bathrooms, custom millwork, and restored original hardwood floors. The gourmet kitchen features a Viking 8-burner oven, KitchenAid designer dishwasher, and commercial-grade refrigeration--perfect for both private enjoyment and guest service.
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Documents
Contract Information
Accessory Dwelling Unit: No
Original List Price: 3925000
Limited Service: No
Agent Interest: None
Current Price: $3,925,000
Status: Active
List Date: 2026-08-12
List Price: $3,925,000
Location, Tax & Legal
Assess Amt: 1349900
Elem School: Morris
Middle School: Lenox Memorial
High School: Lenox Memorial
Assessed Year: 2026
Taxes: 19398
Tax Year: 2026
Page: 136
Registry: Middle Registry
Street #: 17
Street Name: Main
Street Ext: St
State/Province: MA
Postal Code: 01240
Map Ref: 43-18-0
General Property Description
Surveillance: Yes
Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family
Total Bathrooms: 9
Parking Spaces Type: Other
Sq Ft Source: Other
Total Rooms: 14
Total Bedrooms: 8
Year Built Source: Assessor
Yr Blt Description: Renovated Since
Lot Size Dimensions: 1
Lot Size SqFt: 11761
Sq Ft Liv Apx: 6000
Total Full Baths: 8
Total Half Baths: 1
Year Built Apx: 1883
Acres Apx: 0.27
Remarks & Misc
Marketing/Headline: Extraordinary opportunity to own a showcase of New England history and hospitality.
Restrict Covenants
Historical Restrict.: 1
Appliances Incl
Dishwasher: 1
Dryer: 1
Range: 1
Range Hood: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer: 1
Basement
Concrete Floor: 1
Full: 1
Interior Access: 1
Unfinished: 1
Walkout: 1
Flood Hazard Area
No: 1
Floor
Ceramic Tile: 1
Marble: 1
Wood: 1
Fuel
Electric: 1
Nat Gas: 1
Garage
Carport: 1
Detached: 1
Oversized: 1
Heat/Cool/Vent
Central AC: 1
Ductless Wall Unit A/C System: 1
HVAC Zones: 1
Multizone: 1
Hot Water
Electric: 1
Interior Amenities
Alarm System: 1
Cable Available: 1
Fireplace (s): 1
High Speed Wiring: 1
Inlaw/Guest Qtrs: 1
Lead Paint
Unk: 1
Title V
Not Applicable: 1
Underground Oil Tank
No: 1
Water
Public: 1
Right to Farm Comm
Yes: 1
Sewer
Public: 1
Building Info
Exterior Color: White
Gas Fireplace #: 5
Easement
No: 1
Survey
Yes: 1
Right of Way
No: 1
Electric Type
400 Amp: 1
Circuit Breaker: 1
Views
Scenic: 1
Construction
Wood Frame: 1
Roof
Asphalt Shingles: 1
Style
Victorian: 1
Zoning
Business: 1
Multi: 1
Seller Disc
No: 1
Exterior Siding
Clapboard: 1
Wood: 1
Possession
Close Of Escrow: 1
Status Change Info
Status Change Date: 2026-08-12
Property Features
Restrict Covenants: Historical Restrict.
Title V: Not Applicable
Underground Oil Tank: No
Water: Public
Sewer: Public
Easement: No
Survey: Yes
Right of Way: No
Right to Farm Comm: Yes
Flood Hazard Area: No
Views: Scenic
Electric Type: 400 Amp; Circuit Breaker
Style: Victorian
Interior Amenities: Alarm System; Cable Available; Fireplace (s); High Speed Wiring; Inlaw/Guest Qtrs
Appliances Incl: Dishwasher; Dryer; Range; Range Hood; Refrigerator; Washer
Construction: Wood Frame
Exterior Siding: Clapboard; Wood
Roof: Asphalt Shingles
Basement: Concrete Floor; Full; Interior Access; Unfinished; Walkout
Floor: Ceramic Tile; Marble; Wood
Garage: Carport; Detached; Oversized
Fuel: Electric; Nat Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Lead Paint: Unk
Zoning: Business; Multi
Seller Disc: No
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Supplements
All systems are new, including a four-zone HVAC and seven mini-splits for year-round comfort.
With eight bedrooms (plus potential for a ninth), five fireplaces with new gas log sets, and inviting communal spaces, this turnkey bed-and-breakfast offers luxury accommodations just steps from Lenox's acclaimed restaurants, boutique shops, and the world-renowned Tanglewood. Outdoor highlights include a newly designed patio for 50 guests, a five-car carport, and multiple decks for entertaining. This is a rare opportunity to own a thriving B&B in the Berkshires or to live in a meticulously renovated, architecturally distinct home.
Lead Paint Disclosure 
Listing Office: COMPASS MASSACHUSETTS , LLC GB
Listing Agent: Jen Harvey
Last Updated: August - 12 - 2026
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