Family-friendly vacation rentals in Amherst

Under the Hemlocks Escape: A Cozy Getaway Retreat

Escape to a tranquil, bijou studio retreat under the hemlocks—your perfect getaway. This scent-sensitive gem features elegant furnishings, quality linens, and thoughtful amenities. Enjoy the dreamy bed, custom kitchenette, and deep clawfoot soaking tub with rain shower. Relax by the indoor fireplace and unwind in your private outdoor spaces, including the unique Writer’s Retreat—an off‑grid rustic haven. Fast Wi‑Fi, parking, and minutes to UMass and Amherst—your restful, boutique escape awaits.

Serene 1-br suite on 75 acre horse property

Find your peaceful retreat in our 1-bedroom suite, situated on a serene 75-acre horse property with scenic nature trails. Enjoy a private entrance, dedicated workspace, and complimentary high-speed WiFi, making it an ideal haven for remote workers. Take in the picturesque views of our horse pastures, with up to 20 horses, right from your windows. Our property is nestled in the woods, about 1/3 mile from the main road. Located near Amherst, Hampshire, UMass, Smith, and Mt. Holyoke colleges.

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.

In town, newly renovated studio with private deck

Come explore our unique area and stay in a renovated, light filled studio with private entrance, secluded deck , kitchenette and bath located in the quaint New England village of Shelburne Falls.We are within easy walking distance to numerous shops, candlepin bowling, Glacial potholes, tennis/basketball courts, Bridge of Flowers, eateries/restaurants, Pothole pictures, groceries, playgrounds, hiking & swimming areas, a natural food store and art galleries.Close to Berkshire East and Zoar!

Adorable 1 bedroom suite, near Amherst center.

Enjoy a comfortable experience at our centrally-located guest suite. Short walk to restaurants and pub. You will have private entry, full bath, separate queen bedroom, and screened in patio. The suite includes a mini fridge, tea kettle, coffee maker, and wifi. Our airbnb is located close to Amherst Center, a short drive to all the 5 colleges, hiking trails, shopping, markets, and restaurants. Our airbnb is in a separate secure wing of our home, and within a family oriented neighborhood.

Tiny House Farm Retreat: Mountain Views, Fire pit

The Tiny House at Milestone Farm is a cozy farm retreat loaded with modern conveniences. Designed as a romantic escape for couples to relax and enjoy the tranquility of the farmlands while viewing the beautiful Holyoke range. Take in the amazing views and watch the many facets of commercial farming during the growing season. Create your own menu using our fully stocked kitchen. Meat and seasonal produce available for purchase in our farmstand. Minutes from the center of Northampton.

The Suprenant House

Cozy home in the 5 college area, close to downtown Amherst minutes from UMASS and Amherst College in a rural part of Town with endless scenic views. Free fast Wifi and parking. During your stay you can enjoy a fully stocked kitchen, laundry essentials, books, board games and other activities. Your hosts live directly next door to the property and available to help at any time. You will be staying next to a working farm, where there are trucks and machines working daily.

Woodsy hideaway apartment

Secluded walk-out apartment with private entrance and sliding glass doors to your patio facing deep woods. Well-equipped Kitchen (sink, stovetop, fridge, toaster oven, microwave, coffee maker, dishes, cutlery, etc.), small cozy bedroom (door is a curtain, not a solid door), private bath with shower, living room area with two couches, flatscreen TV. Air bed available. House is on quiet cul-de-sac, 5-10 minute drives from downtown, UMass, Amherst & Hampshire Colleges.

Amherst, Quiet, Private, Cozy Studio Apartment

This cozy studio is ideally located for exploring nearby colleges: UMass, Hampshire, Amherst, Mount Holyoke, and Smith. Nestled in the scenic Pioneer Valley, enjoy stunning landscapes, forests, and rivers, as well as cultural highlights like the Eric Carle Museum, Yiddish Book Center, and Emily Dickinson Museum. Just minutes from hiking trails, art galleries, gourmet dining, and music venues, our studio offers the perfect base for your Pioneer Valley adventure.

Color, Convenience, Class, Colleges

The reviews say it all! We'll make you comfortable in our classy, colorful and convenient basement garden apartment on the Hadley/Amherst line. Close proximity to all schools in the Five College Consortium, we are surrounded by the fertile farmlands, beautiful mountains and happy valley....with a view of the UMass campus a mile away as the crow flys. Culture abounds! Due to families traveling from afar during graduation weekends, we require a 3 night minimum.

Forest Hideaway—Light, Privacy, Washer/Dryer

Wake up among 100-year-old trees, then drive ten minutes into Amherst for museums or sushi. Or hike out the door toward wooded trails. The apartment sits with our house on 5 acres of mature forest. With a kitchen & washer/dryer, the apartment is peaceful and practical, ideal for a weekend getaway or an extended stay, great for academics needing space for contemplation or for a couple visiting family. (Read about the steep driveway if planning a winter trip.)

Large Quirky Sunny Farmhouse Apartment

The apartment is spacious, bright, and sunny. Full of charming and quirky old details like original windows, hardwood floors, and not many right angles. Definitely not a vanilla box. The furnishings are clean and comfortable and go with the farmhouse feel. Please note that the private staircase used to access the apartment is original to the house. It is steep by contemporary standards and the tread depths are all a little wonky.