Lenox

If you're looking for a getaway destination in Massachusetts this fall, Lenox is the place to be. There's plenty to see and explore in this lovely mountain town, which has a rich history rooted in the Gilded Age and incredible Berkshires scenery. Lenox is a small town with a population of around 5,000 people. Tanglewood, Shakespeare & Company, and numerous historical sites are located in the Berkshires in Western Massachusetts, near Pittsfield. Fall foliage in Lenox is incredible to see, especially in October when it is at its peak, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Berkshires. Hike through the grounds of Mass Audubon's Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary to reach Lenox Mountain.

Lenox became a Gilded Age resort town for the wealthy, who built imposing mansions throughout the town between 1880 and 1920. Several of these residences have been preserved and converted into museums or inns. The Mount, Edith Wharton's home, was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1971 and is one of the most impressive historical sites. The American author's 1902 Gilded Age mansion is set on 50 acres and has two gardens to explore. Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum is a Jacobean Revival-style mansion built in 1893 for J.P. Morgan's sister. Self-guided tours of the mansion and grounds are available. In the fall, the museum also hosts a Halloween event and a Paranormal Investigation.