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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

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.

Lake Wyola House Shutesbury Massachusetts
Bright, airy recently remodeled three Bedroom lakefront home on Lake Wyola. Most rooms have a Lake View. Beds and bedding are new, each bedroom has a ceiling fan. A super place to make awesome memories. Perfect for a family vacation or romantic getaway. (6 people, two cars max) Close to local colleges, Amherst, Northampton and many attractions. Comfortable and relaxing. Big Screen TVs in the living room and master bedroom. Cable and Wifi. Full kitchen, washer & dryer. Sorry no pets.

Cozy, Quiet Cottage on Country rd 2 mil from I-91
Our quite and comfy home is conveniently located less than 2 miles from I-91, but a 1/4 mile down a country road giving you lots of privacy. The cottage is less than a mile from Crump 'N Fox Golf; 2 miles from Northfield Mount Hermon; 10 minutes from Greenfield & Stoneleigh Burnham; 15 min to Brattleboro, Deerfield Academy, Bement & Eaglebrook; 20 min to UMass, Amherst & Northampton; 30 minutes to Keene NH & Shelburne Falls and 45 min to the Basketball Hall of fame in Springfield & Mt Snow VT.

Foliage Lake Views from Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Kayaks
Congamond House is the perfect lake home getaway. Kayak the calm North Pond. Get your breathtaking pics of the surrounding wildlife. Cuddle up on the deck and enjoy the stars or relax in the hot tub under the deck while gazing upon the lake. This 1500 sq ft cottage is the perfect size for 2 families. (4 adults w/4 kids or 6 adults) Minutes from Six Flags Amusement Park, the Big E and the Basketball Hall of Fame 4 Kayaks that seat 6. Paddles and life vests provided 20 min. from Bradley Airport

Cozy Cottage in the Berkshires
Come and enjoy our "happy place" year round! Our cozy, neat as a pin cottage is located in the beautiful Berkshires with gorgeous Ashmere lake views, spectacular flower beds and beach/lake access. Summer, fall, winter or spring, the cottage welcomes you, complete with a gift basket and fresh flowers. Enjoy the view of the lake off the spacious deck or play games in the grassy yard complete with fire pit for roasting marshmallows. Waterfront is only a minute or two walking distance away.

Lakefront | Pvt Dock | Kayaks | Firepit | 1G | W/D
The Yellow • 1,750ft² (170m²), 2-level cottage • Open concept with 180° view from living room • 3 bedrooms (all queen size beds), 2 full baths • Fully equipped kitchen • Private dock & firepit (access via uneven steps) • Canoe & 2 kayaks • Smart TV & 4 Google smart speakers • 1 Gigabit Wi-Fi • Workspace with laptop stand upstairs • Additional full size bed upstairs • Additional queen size sofa bed downstairs • Additional twin trundle downstairs • Washer and dryer with laundry detergent

Dreamy Guesthouse: sauna and private deck
You will feel like you're deep in the country while being close to everything on this 11-acre homestead, surrounded by woods. Featuring an infrared sauna, breezy porch, and firepit, this private guesthouse (next to our residence) is a 15-min walk to Deerfield Academy, Bement, Eaglebrook, and Historic Deerfield; a short drive to all five colleges; and less than three miles from award-winning Treehouse Brewery. Halfway between Brattleboro and Northampton, this is the perfect valley spot.

Beautifully Restored Cottage Studio
Originally built as an artist's studio, our Private Cottage is a fully-restored, light-filled, wonderfully serene space - with plush and thoughtful designer-appointed furnishings, cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, a renovated en-suite bath, and a complete kitchen. Freshly laundered 450+ thread count Egyptian cotton beddings, linens, and towels are provided on-site as are complimentary amenities. * Fully Private, Quiet & Serene, Family-Friendly * An easy 3-minute drive to town

Pumpkin Pine Cottage: your next adventure awaits!
Explore the Deerfield River Valley and Hoosac Range from this tranquil base. Close to skiing, snow tubing, snowshoeing, hiking, birding, kayaking, white-water rafting, fly fishing, zip lines, and more. Like bikes? Amazing gravel, road, and MTB offerings await. Seek culture? Mass MOCA, Clark Art Institute, Northampton, Shelburne Falls, and the Berkshires are a short drive away. Covered bridges, farm stands, sugar shacks, and waterfalls are too plentiful to count!

Serene Modern Country Cottage near Amherst Center
This newly renovated cottage has the best of both worlds--a peaceful setting walking distance to the restaurants, cafes, and shops of Amherst center, Amherst College, and 1.3 miles to UMass. Perfect for visiting academics, families, and anyone looking to experience the Happy Valley's unique charms. We are pleased that the Cottage is powered, heated, and cooled by 100% renewable energy. PLEASE SEE IMPORTANT PARKING INFORMATION BELOW.

Hilda’s Riverside Retreat
Amazing Newly renovated Airbnb! Nestled along the meandering, Connecticut River, beautiful veiw! “Just what the doctor ordered”. And just a stone’s throw away from Downtown Springfield, MGM and Hartford. Whether you are visiting the Knowledge Corridor to visit any of the 30+ universities and liberal arts colleges, business or pleasure, This waterfront property is cozy and offers every amenity you left at home!
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Cedar Sunrise

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