17 Main St, Lenox, MA 01240 (MLS# 250505)

17 Main St, Lenox, MA 01240

New Listing

$3,925,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 8 Baths: 9 Square Footage: 6,000 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 11,761 Status: Active

Current Price: $3,925,000 List Date: 8/12/2026 Last Modified: 8/12/2026

Overview

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.

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- ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 250505

Location, Tax & Legal

Registry: Middle Registry
Street #: 17
Street Name: Main
Street Ext: St
State/Province: MA
Postal Code: 01240
Map Ref: 43-18-0
Assess Amt: 1349900
Elem School: Morris
Middle School: Lenox Memorial
High School: Lenox Memorial
Assessed Year: 2026
Taxes: 19398
Tax Year: 2026
Page: 136

Contract Information

Accessory Dwelling Unit: No
Original List Price: 3925000
Limited Service: No
Agent Interest: None

General Property Description

Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family
Sq Ft Liv Apx: 6000
Sq Ft Source: Other
Total Rooms: 14
Total Bedrooms: 8
Total Full Baths: 8
Total Half Baths: Yes
Total Bathrooms: 9
Parking Spaces Type: Other
Surveillance: Yes
Year Built Apx: 1883
Year Built Source: Assessor
Yr Blt Description: Renovated Since
Lot Size Dimensions: Yes
Acres Apx: 0.27
Lot Size SqFt: 11761

Status Change Info

Status Change Date: 2026-08-12

Building Info

Exterior Color: White
Gas Fireplace #: 5

Remarks & Misc

Marketing/Headline: Extraordinary opportunity to own a showcase of New England history and hospitality.

More Information

Restrict Covenants

Historical Restrict.: Yes

Appliances Incl

Dishwasher: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Range: Yes
Range Hood: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes

Basement

Concrete Floor: Yes
Full: Yes
Interior Access: Yes
Unfinished: Yes
Walkout: Yes

Flood Hazard Area

No: Yes

Floor

Ceramic Tile: Yes
Marble: Yes
Wood: Yes

Fuel

Electric: Yes
Nat Gas: Yes

Garage

Carport: Yes
Detached: Yes
Oversized: Yes

Heat/Cool/Vent

Central AC: Yes
Ductless Wall Unit A/C System: Yes
HVAC Zones: Yes
Multizone: Yes

Hot Water

Electric: Yes

Interior Amenities

Alarm System: Yes
Cable Available: Yes
Fireplace (s): Yes
High Speed Wiring: Yes
Inlaw/Guest Qtrs: Yes

Lead Paint

Unk: Yes

Title V

Not Applicable: Yes

Underground Oil Tank

No: Yes

Water

Public: Yes

Right to Farm Comm

Yes: Yes

Sewer

Public: Yes

Easement

No: Yes

Survey

Yes: Yes

Right of Way

No: Yes

Electric Type

400 Amp: Yes
Circuit Breaker: Yes

Views

Scenic: Yes

Construction

Wood Frame: Yes

Roof

Asphalt Shingles: Yes

Style

Victorian: Yes

Zoning

Business: Yes
Multi: Yes

Seller Disc

No: Yes

Exterior Siding

Clapboard: Yes
Wood: Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow: Yes

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

Documents

Lead Paint Disclosure ›

MA Home Inspection Disclosure ›

Parcel Map ›

Listing Office: COMPASS MASSACHUSETTS , LLC GB

Listing Agent: Jen Harvey

Last Updated: August - 12 - 2026

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