Williamstown MA in October
It all begins with an idea.
Visiting the United States has always been a dream and a goal. I have always intended not only to visit it but also to study there and maybe even work there. Well, I have been able to achieve the first one of these goals and flew there in late September and stayed there throughout October. Needless to say, it was truly the best time to visit and couldn’t have turned this good even if I had planned it. Allow me to explain why.
I must first talk about my love and obsession with fall, I find it to be mesmerising, cozy and the most romantic season. I think it might actually be my absolute favorite season. I have never experienced fall the way I did in Williamstown and I’m about to tell you why.
First of all, I’d assume that most people when thinking of fall, crispy leaves on the ground would pop into their minds, or maybe a warm cup of pumpkin-spiced beverage or just simply wrapped in blankets to cherish the coziness of this season. Well, I got to experience all of that in Williamstown and more. The vibrant colors of the trees were a blast! Sometimes, when driving by a mountain, it felt as if I were staring at a painting—it felt surreal. I’d never seen trees so orange, yellow, red, and green before. My favorites were the red ones; they had such a wide range of tones, from deep crimson to bright scarlet. It was truly a masterpiece. My appreciation and love for nature grew even more as I gazed at its beauty.
The pumpkin fields around the area looked like this beautiful orange sea, stretching endlessly, each pumpkin perfectly shaped symbolising yet perfectly the season. The crispy leaves were everywhere-and I mean EVERYWHERE you walked! I just loved how crunchy they were and the way each leaf was meticulously colored and shaped. I couldn’t help but grab one to take a picture of it just to keep the memory of it.
Regarding the weather, it was sunny; it might have rained for 3 or 4 days during my entire stay but overall it was hot and sunny which made it even more perfect to enjoy the fall scenery.
My absolute favorite memory from my trip was having my morning coffee in front of the brook at the hotel I stayed in, The 1896 House. They have this beautiful entry with a view of the magical brook, and when you add the crispy leaves, it felt like a scene straight out of a fairytale. I would sip my coffee while listening to the sound of water running and the leaves falling. The sun would gently touch my skin and the whole evoked a strong sense of tranquility that I had been craving in a long time. It felt as if time had stopped, and I was simply there, living in the moment and cherishing the beauty of my surroundings.
The hotel itself was from another world, as the name suggests, the rooms were beautifully vintage, rustic and antique. Each suite was designed to represent a different era throughout history. How pretty is that? For anyone who loves old things, this is the place to be. The hospitality was uncanny. In short, I had a wonderful time there.
A small town, yet incredibly charming, with a single street lined with beautiful boutiques, cafés, and restaurants offering some of the most delicious food. If you ever plan to visit (and I hope I’ve convinced you enough), I highly recommend hiking Mount Greylock! The trek to the summit is absolutely worth the effort. It’s a wonderful place where nature unfolds its beauty in every direction, and the scenery from the top is simply breathtaking—after a long hike, of course!
Needless to say, I returned from this trip with a heart full of joy, appreciation, and gratitude for everything around me. I can only hope that it brings the same sense of wonder to you, future travelers. ;)
