The Best Hotels and B&Bs to Book Near Susan B Anthony's Birthplace, Massachusetts 

This beautiful and historic 18th-century Georgian colonial building is nestled in the heart of the picturesque Berkshire hills, surrounded by color and nature whatever time of year you choose to stay. The plush rooms – balancing historical detail with modern comfort – all have unique features, such as roll-top baths and fireplaces. Awake to the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and enjoy a delicious gourmet breakfast – return in the afternoon for very civilized tea.

In the heart of Williamstown – in the beautiful Berkshires of western Massachusetts – this cozy motel is only minutes from Williams College, Williamstown Theatre Festival, Sterling and the Francine Clark Art Institute. A great location for the ski season – but equally beautiful at any time of the year – the homely, welcoming lobby gives way to traditional and comfortable rooms decorated in autumnal shades. There’s a comfortable outdoor patio and parking is complimentary – as is the continental breakfast.

This newly-renovated inn is clean and welcoming and provides a great base for you to explore the area. The pet-friendly, motel-style accommodation is light, airy and modern – and rooms offer Wi-Fi, microwave, HBO Movies and flat-screen TVs. An affordable stop for when you want to get out to explore the natural beauty of Massachusetts – and conveniently located near many ski resorts – it’s close to a cinema, museums, state parks and waterfalls.

Maple Terrace is one of the most homely and cozy motels you’re ever likely to come across. This charming building sits within 3 acres (1.2ha) of beautiful grounds – which come alive with color in the autumn months. The traditional, yet comfortable, rooms are charming and restful – and suites with kitchen and separate bedrooms are also available. Amenities include gardens and a seasonal heated outdoor pool and you’re a 16-minute saunter from the Williams College Museum of Art.

You want to milk your holiday time for all you can, right? A stay in this 1896-built converted dairy barn should help you feel that you have. Not only will you get delightfully furnished period rooms – each of the suites has been decorated according to the styles of different historical eras – you’ll get a barnstorming homemade breakfast served in the ‘6 House Pub with access to a huge outdoor pool and Adirondack chairs placed alongside a stream.

A quaint, all-American house is the appealing container for this charming motel – the Willows Motel offers outstanding service and warmth, coziness and an authentic New England welcome in a family-run business. The traditional yet clean and bright rooms give this motel a welcoming and casual feeling – and you can even rent a cottage with its own outdoor pool. You’re also short distances away from Pine Cobble Summit, Williams College Museum of Art and the North Adams Museum of History and Science.

For an authentic piece of rural New England, look no further. The cozy and homely motel-style rooms offer feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs here – and suites come with seating areas, fireplaces and kitchenettes. You’re close to all the skiing and outdoor activities the area has to offer – and you’ll be right in the heart of the autumn hues as the trees change color. There’s a complimentary continental breakfast, plus a seasonal outdoor pool with loungers.