New Ashford

New Ashford is north of Lanesborough and south of Williamstown. Route 7 is the primary road through the town, and is the main entry point from Williamstown and Lanesborough. From Hancock, you can take Brodie Mt. Rd. north through Lanesborough to the junction with Rt. 7 near the New Ashford border.

Route 7 is the only primary road through New Ashford, and most attractions are along the route. The drive is very scenic, cutting through the forested Taconic Range.

• Several nicely shaded rest stops are along Route 7. A short drive up to Greylock Regional School in Williamstown offers a spectacular view of Mt. Greylock.

• 1792 Schoolhouse

  address: Mallery Rd
  Built in 1792, the schoolhouse building was also the site where Phoebe Jordan became the first woman to vote in a United States national election, casting her vote on Nov. 2, 1920.

• The Mill on the Floss

  phone: +1 413 458-9123
  address: 342 Route 7
  French country cuisine served at an 18th century farmhouse

• The Spring's Inn

  phone: +1 413 458-7090
  address: 94 Route 7
  A classic New England Motor Court. Pet friendly with dog walk, and has trail access and a fresh spring water supply. Free breakfast and wifi. 2.3 miles from Jiminy Peak

• Berkshires Shirakaba

  phone: +1 413 458-1800
  address: 20 Mallery Rd
  Japanese-American bed & breakfast. Very highly reviewed and recommended. Two suites offered. Massage therapy sessions can be scheduled. Does not accommodate pets.

• New Ashford Inn & Motor Inn

  phone: +1 413-458-8041
  address: 259 Route 7
  Family owned and run. Free wifi. No pets. King, queen and double size beds.

• Williamstown is a short drive to the north, and offers many cultural attractions including the Clark Art Institute and the historic Williams College.
• Further north is Vermont state
• To the east of Williamstown is North Adams, which provides access to the northern side of Mt. Greylock.
• Ramblewild, in Lanesborough, and Jiminy Peak, in Hancock, are a short drive south, off Route 7 on Brodie Mt. Rd. Lanesborough is also south on Rt. 7, and from there Pittsfield.