Windsor, Massachusetts, nestled in the tranquil Berkshires, offers residents a rural lifestyle surrounded by trees and natural beauty. Located 20 miles south of the Vermont border, Windsor is characterized by its quiet, slow-paced environment, ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat. Home styles in Windsor range from off-grid cottages to expansive hillside retreats, with ranch-style homes, saltboxes, and farmhouses dotting the landscape. Outdoor recreation is abundant, with the Hoosac Range providing opportunities for hiking, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center offers guided hikes, while Wahconah Falls State Park features a dog-friendly trail leading to a stunning 40-foot waterfall. Windsor State Forest spans 1,800 acres, offering year-round activities such as hunting and hiking. Notchview, a Trustees of Reservations property, is popular for cross-country skiing and biking.
Residents are zoned for Central Berkshire Public Schools, which have high ratings and graduation rates between 94% and 97%. Windsor is a car-dependent area, with Berkshire Trail connecting it to other communities. Emergency care is available 30 minutes away at North Adams Regional Hospital, and Bradley International Airport is about an hour and 20 minutes south. Shopping and dining options are at least 20 minutes away, with local favorites like homemade samosas at Sanger General Store and groceries at Old Creamery Co-Op in Cummington. Dining in Dalton includes Shire Tavern, known for its farmhouse-style ambiance. Nearby Cummington hosts agricultural events and fairs, including the Hampshire County 4-H Fair and the Massachusetts Sheep and Woolcraft Fair, providing family-friendly entertainment.