Quiet, serene, and private, Alford is the town for those who love the feeling of a getaway, every day. A former farming town, Alford strictly controls its residential development to maintain its pastoral charm. It may not have stores, hotels, gas stations, or even a post office, but it does have plenty of wide-open fields, low-traffic roads, and mountain trails, making it the perfect place for biking, jogging, walking, and hiking. With its location between Great Barrington and the border of New York State, you’re always close to shopping and other conveniences.