The Berkshire County town of Lee, MA was incorporated in 1777, and was named after General Charles Lee, 2nd in command to George Washington during the Revolutionary War. Lee is known for papermaking and for its marble, which is said to be the hardest and finest quality in the world. Its marble was used in the nation’s Capitol Building, Empire State Building and the Massachusetts’s Statehouse just to name a few. Today, Lee, MA is a charming town listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Some of its buildings have been around since 1760. There are many great shops and restaurants to visit. You can even eat at Joe’s Diner; the inspiration for Norman Rockwell’s painting “The Runaway.”
Housatonic Railroad c. 1911
Lee, MA information:
Population: 5.985
Settled: 1760
Incorporated: 1770
Originally known as Dodgetown in 1760
Named after General Lee
Elevation: 1000ft Lee, MA town website:
Town Hall: 32 Main St., Lee, MA 01238
Phone: (413) 243-5500
Use our directory to find places to shop, eat, stay and play at in the Berkshires.
Located just off route 20, north of town, Laurel Lake offers boating (boat ramp on route 20), fishing (in summer and winter), swimming, even a sandy beach with picnic facilities! Plenty of parking. And, beautiful sunsets.
Contact information
Laurel Lake is located on Route 20, Lee, MA 01238.
Phone: 413-243-2464
Zabian’s Jewelers has built its reputation as the Berkshires’ finest jewelry store by offering the highest quality and selection of jewelry, watches and gifts at below retail prices, backed by exemplary service.
Upstairs Basement is a consignment shop with designer clothing, eclectic giftwares and glass , shoes, housewares, and memorblia all at reasonable prices.
Contact information
Upstairs Basement is located at 53 Main Street, Lee, MA 01238.
Phone: 413-243-2565
“Guests of Rodeway Inn hotel will enjoy many amenities, including the seasonal outdoor pool and sundeck. Business travelers will appreciate conveniences like computer hook-ups and access to fax services.
Pilgrim Inn is a Berkshires hotel centrally located in Lee. And only 5 miles from Stockbridge and 6 miles from Lenox, the Pilgrim Inn is perfect for your vacation in the Berkshires.
Contact information
Pilgrim Inn is located at 165 Housatonic Street, Lee, MA 01238.
Phone: 413-243-1328
Web: https://www.pilgriminn.net/
Mill Cottage Bed and Breakfast’s accommodations consist of the Suite which occupies the entire 2nd floor, has a bedroom with Queen bed, sitting room-library and bath with large European-style shower. Also, a spacious bedroom on the ground floor with a Queen bed.
Jonathan Foote 1778 House offers light filled, spacious guest rooms that all have queen or king four poster beds, private baths, air conditioning, flat screen televisions and comfortable chairs for relaxing in the privacy of your own room.
The Historic Merrell Inn offers individually decorated in New England country style. All have private bath. Four have original wood burning fireplaces. Wireless Internet.
The Federal House Inn is a wonderful place to relax while enjoying the sophistication of the historical atmosphere. It was built in 1824 by Thomas O. Hurlbut who built this gracious brick beauty with gorgeous wood floors and large windows that invite you to stay and relax.
Devonfield Country Inn’s guest accommodations are all spacious, with private baths that include hair dryers and make-up mirrors, air-conditioning and heat, TV-VCR/DVD’s (movies available from our video library), handmade quilts, down comforters, plush sheets and towels.
