Family-friendly holiday rentals in Western Massachusetts

Cider House Cottage

Antique guest cottage on a becountry farm property with acres of fields, ponds, forests and streams, adjoining Quabbin Reservoir domain. Ideal for hikers, bird watchers, and bicyclists, this quiet country retreat offers trails and terrain to explore, only 3 miles away from small historic New England town. Make yourself at home in the comfortably furnished post and beam home with terrace and pond views, adventure in the surroundings, dip in fresh water streams, and relax in the claw foot bathtub

Mid-Century Glass Octagon in the Berkshires

This architectural gem with wrap-around glass windows welcomes guests with its uniquely-designed, informal interior set on 7 private woodland acres. Cozy up around the wood-burning fireplace with floor to ceiling windows as a backdrop, or sit on the expansive deck around the firepit gazing at the stars. Use as a home base for the wonderful cultural and outdoor activities in the area, or enjoy nature in luxury without ever leaving home. *Book midweek for discounted rates IG@midcenturyoctagon

Barn Stay at Shadowbrook Farm

Welcome to the Shadowbrook Farm Stay. Tucked in the hills of upstate New York, this 1700's Shaker barn has been restored into a beautiful guest house. It sits upon a two hundred acre working pasture raised meat farm. This barn was used to hold, and milk cows for two hundred and fifty years. Guests will have access to portions of the farm lands which are highlighted on the maps provided in the Farm Stay manual. If you follow the farm road, you are able to meet every farm animal on the property!

Berkshires Cottage by Lake. Year Round Adventures.

THE BERKSHIRES COTTAGE IN THE WOODS BY A SPRING FED LAKE HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE....... SWIM, FISH, KAYAK, HIKE, SKI, JACOBS PILLOW DANCE FESTIVALS, TANGLEWOOD OUTDOOR CONCERTS, GOLF, DINE, SHOP LEE OUTLETS, DINE WITH ENTERTAINMENT, PLAYS, ANTIQUES, FIRE PITS, HANGING IN A HAMMOCK, FLOAT ON CRYSTAL CLEAR WATER, BBQ ON THE DECK, OR JUST DOING NOTHING AT ALL UNPLUG AND RECHARGE. ESCAPE & RELAX. (90 second walk through wooded path to lake) Pets Considered. Approved pet = approved Pet Agreement.

Mariaville Goat Farm Yurt

A charming, stylish 20’ yurt in the woods on our small, off-the-grid goat farm! If you are looking to get away from it all (and still be close to SO much) - this is the place for you! Enjoy a nap in the hammock, s’mores around a campfire, a great night’s sleep under the stars, a country breakfast delivered to your door - and goats! Take a walk in the woods...enjoy the artistic landscaping...try goat yoga! Or, experience some of the area’s AMAZING food, beverages, shopping, and attractions!

Cozy Hilltown Cottage

Enjoy a peaceful stay in this cozy, creative space. Set on 10 acres of gardens and woods, this cottage is perfectly located to explore Western Massachusetts - with places like MASS MoCA, Shelburne Falls, Tanglewood and Northampton all within a 30min to 1 hour drive. Upstairs is a queen bed and full bath, while downstairs features a functional kitchen, work desk, grand windows, and a living space with full sleeper sofa. We live in the main house on property but respect your privacy-see photos!

Just Be Cabin

Small, rustic cabin in the woods behind our home. The cabin has electricity, but no running water. Drinking and cooking water are provided from a hand pumped container. The cabin is a beautiful place to slow down, connect to nature and one's self. If you love to camp, you will love the cabin. It is the perfect locale for a personal retreat. We are happy to arrange a yoga class at our home studio as well. It is like a tree house, where all are welcome to come, simplify life and just be.

Mountain Retreat close to Northampton & Amherst!

Come have this mountain top home situated on 150 secluded acres in beautiful historic Williamsburg all to yourselves!! If you want privacy within 10-20 minutes from Northampton, Hadley, and Amherst, then this cabin is perfect. Within walking distance, you will have access to trail systems for either your hiking or biking endeavors. You can stay and enjoy the peaceful nature of our home, sit on the massive deck while you gaze upon breathtaking views of the Pioneer Valley, or venture out.

Cozy tent in the trees on organic flower farm

Tuck yourself into a mature oak forest on the field’s edge of our flower farm, Tapalou Guilds. All-weather canvas tent is pitched with a comfy king mattress inside. Three elevated decks with chairs and a hammock give you options for relaxing and steeping in the forest vibe. Fully equipped outdoor kitchen with propane gas range. We provide potable water from our well. Outdoor shower with on-demand hot water. Simple outhouse with sawdust composting system is clean and convenient.

Bedroom Forest View I Sauna I Fire-pit I Trails

Escape to a secluded custom built tiny house nestled amongst old pines and the Umpachene River. Inside, rustic charm meets modern comfort with 2 lux queen-sized beds, a well-equipped kitchen and bathroom, a massive bedroom forest view and a private sauna. Outside the home you can find a cozy fire-pit, trails that lead down to the river, and a dining table for all your meals. Go out for a day of hiking and exploring, and come back to unwind to sounds of nature.

Hilltown Cabin Hideaway: A River Runs Through It!

Rediscover peace in the Hilltowns of Western Mass. Charming 3BR cabin in nature, with full kitchen, bath, laundry, TV and Wifi! Relax in a serene, wild and beautiful place. Cook a meal with friends. Take a riverside hike, or explore an Old Growth Forest nearby. Go fishing. Watch fireflies. Jump in a swimming hole. Lie in the meadow. Watch the clouds. Enjoy the Hot Tub for two. *Breath the free air again!*

hope house

Sunny and open writing studio with over 150 years of literary history. Built in 1870, this lovely little house was where George Curtis edited Harper's magazine, wrote essays on transcendentalism , and argued for women's suffrage ( A recent guest informs me that George Curtis helped Thoreau build his cabin on Walden Pond ) The house has since sheltered painters, librarians, and poets.