Designed by Wright’s apprentice, Peter Berndtson, The Balter House offers a remarkable lodging experience. Natural light is the key to this home’s integration with its natural surroundings. A great room surrounded with windows reveals long views and interesting boulder formations. Similar to Wright’s philosophies, but true to its own style, your stay at the The Balter House will be as extraordinary as it is relaxing.
Balter House Lodging: $395 per night for up to three people + tax. $50.00 additional per person for up to six people.
*Excludes holiday rates; 2008 rates take effect May 1, 2008.
Due to the historical and architectural nature of the homes, children staying in the home must be at least six years old.
Chef upon Request Menu
Accommodation Details
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- Accommodations – Four Bedroom House, Sleeps 6
- This unique lodging opportunity offers guests the 1960s Usonian lifestyle in a rustic and secluded "tree house" nestled in a wodded setting.
- Number of sleeping rooms – 4 Bedrooms: 2 rooms with single beds; 2 rooms with queen size beds
- 2 baths
- Your reservation includes:
- Fully-equipped kitchen – stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, coffee pot, microwave, utensils, place settings, serving bowls, pots, pans, etc.
- Welcome Basket – wine, snacks, coffee, tea, etc. (may vary)
- Large Stone Fireplace
- Open floor plan perfect for entertaining
- Screened-in porch
- Linens & Towels
- Basic Toiletries
- Hair Dryers provided
- “Your Private Stock” Order-Ahead Shopping Service – we’ll stock the kitchen for you, purchase your favorite wines and liquors, mixers, etc. *15% service charge applies
- “Personal Chef Upon Request” Service
- Wireless Internet Access
- Private patio off master bedroom
- Private picnic area in back yard
- Access to meadow for star gazing, walking to pond and outdoor activities.
- Bring personal items, and food to stock kitchen if not using Shop Ahead Service.
- Rates Up to 3 people, $395 per night, 2 night minimum: 4 - 6 people $50 additional per person
- *Excludes holiday rates; 2008 rates take effect May 1, 2008.
- Due to the historical and architectural nature of the homes, children staying in the home must be at least six years old.
Policies
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Polymath Park Resort:
The Duncan House, Blum House and Balter House
A MAXIMUM OF FIVE (6) PEOPLE ARE PERMITTED TO OCCUPY THE DWELLING DURING ANY RESERVED STAY. NO PETS ARE ALLOWED. NO SMOKING IS PERMITTED INSIDE THE HOUSE.
Deposit & Cancellation
A 50% non-refundable credit card deposit is required with reservation. We accept VISA, Mastercard & AmEx. Personal checks will not be accepted for payment. Deposit will not be refunded and full balance will be charged to the card on file if reservation is canceled less than 14 days prior to arrival, or if you fail to show up during your scheduled stay.
Other Information
- Check In: 3:00 p.m.
- Maid Service:
Daily maid service is not provided. Daily service can be arranged for an additional fee. All linens, including towels, are provided.
- Food Service:
We offer a “Private Stock” Order-Ahead Personal Shopping Service. You may pre-order any kitchen supplies, food items, beverages, wine, snacks, etc. We will purchase them for you and have them ready when you arrive. 15% service fee applies.
- “A Personal Chef Upon Request” service is also available if you choose to order in.
- Coffee, tea, creamer, sugar and a limited amount of snacks are provided.
- Check Out: 11:00 a.m.
- Guest:
Leave keys on kitchen counter
- Responsibilities:
Remove all trash to laundry room
- At Check Out:
Close all windows and doors
- Damage Deposit:
A $100.00 damage deposit payable at the time of arrival is required. The deposit will be refunded within 72 hours of departure provided no damage to the premises has occurred. In the event of accidental damage a report must be filed immediately.
- Maximum Occupancy:
The maximum occupancy is 6 people. If this agreement is broken a $100.00 per person per night charge will be assessed and charged to your account. An adult must accompany anyone under the age of 21. No pets are allowed or permitted on the premises.
Check out our new Holiday Packages
Thanksgiving Harvest Feast Lodging Package 2008
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Spend this Thanksgiving in the warm and inviting atmosphere of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Duncan House or Berndtson’s Balter House. This package includes the following:
- Two nights overnight accommodations for up to six people in the Duncan House or Balter House.
- Fabulous 4-course Thanksgiving Feast catered to you.
- Complimentary wine & Champaign.
- Breakfast including quiche, bagels and fruit platter.
- Package Cost: $1690.00 +tax
Please call (877) 833-7829 Ext. 1 to inquire about this incredible holiday experience. For more details, email events@polymathpark.com.
Holiday Bliss Progressive Feast
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Dec. 13, 2008 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. Seatings
Step out of the hustle and away from the bustle and spend an absolutely indulgent evening of fresh air, delectable food and heartwarming music. Polymath Park Resort brings together the beauty of a wooded winter wonderland with the stunning architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright and you will experience it all as you travel from the Blum House to the Balter House and on to the Duncan House by horse-drawn wagon or sleigh. Carolers and holiday music will greet you at each stop where you will be treated to four courses of a fabulous holiday feast.
- Progressive Feast between Blum, Balter & Duncan houses
- Holiday Carolers and Entertainers
- Horse-drawn carriage or sleigh rides
- Two seatings. Space is limited.
- Package Cost: $110.00 per person (Lodging packages available.)
Reservations required. Reserve by calling 877-833-7829 X2 or email events@polymathpark.com.
A Mountain Christmas in the Wright Style Lodging/Dining Package
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What could be better than Christmas in the mountains spent in a home designed by America’s most celebrated architect?
Spend this special Holiday among family and friends at the Frank Lloyd Wright Duncan House, or in Peter Berndtson’s charming Balter House. Enjoy the holiday decor and decorated tree.
This wonderful holiday package includes:
- Two-night Overnight accommodations for up to six guests (can add additional days at $699 per night).
- Christmas Eve Dinner December 24. Fabulous four-course meal with all the trimmings!
- Complimentary wine/Champaign.
- Christmas breakfast (delivered with Christmas Eve meal).
- Polymath Park Resort gift for every guest.
- Framed group photo to commemorate your holiday event.
- Cost: $2195.00 + tax
To reserve this incredible holiday package, call (877) 833-7829 Ext. 1. For more details, email events@polymathpark.com.
Nestle-in for New Year’s Eve Package
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This intimate package allows you to spend time with friends and family while enjoying the remarkable architecture of the Duncan House or the Balter House. It includes Portobello Pork Dinner from Chef Upon Request Service and complimentary champagne.
$695.00* for one night accommodations up to three people; additional $50 per person up to six people.; Second night $350.00.
*Prices are applicable to the Duncan House or the Balter House.
History of The Balter House
Built in 1964, The Balter house is a remarkable home, with the great room and screened porch cantilevered in midair on two steel beams, projecting outward into the woods. The interior and exterior of the house is of board and batten construction, with a rough texture to the boards and stained wood trim. There are exposed redwood beams on the cathedral ceilings. Additional walls and the fireplace are made from fieldstone with raked mortar joints. Ample skylights flood the house with natural sunlight. It is set within the edge of the forest, overlooking a series of large boulders. The great room is surrounded by windows, and has a huge floor-to-ceiling fieldstone fireplace. During the summer the entire house is filled with green-tinted sunlight.
