Vacation rentals in Puffers Pond

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

Under the Hemlocks Escape: A Cozy Getaway Retreat

Escape to a tranquil, boutique‑style studio guest suite under the hemlocks—your serene, scent‑sensitive retreat. With elegant furnishings, fine linens, and curated amenities. Enjoy the dreamy bed, custom kitchenette, and relax in the deep clawfoot soaking tub with rain shower. Savour the ambience of the indoor fireplace and unwind in private outdoor spaces, including the exclusive off‑grid Writer’s Retreat. Fast Wi‑Fi, parking, and minutes to UMass and Amherst—your restful, cozy getaway awaits.

Pristine Oasis with Private Bath

Our studio space (250 sq ft) is separate from the main house and located on the outskirts of Greenfield MA. The location provides easy access to downtown, restaurants, shopping areas and Interstate 91. Modern decor, tiled artsy bathroom, lots of garden art, and sweeping views of Berkshire foothills make this a great choice for foliage season, summer recreation and choice winter skiing. One Queen bed. Our house is 90 miles west of Boston, 60 miles north of Hartford and a 3-hour drive to Canada.

1840 restored beauty in the best downtown location

Newly restored 2nd-floor apartment in 175-year-old home 2 blocks from Amherst Cinema & steps to everything this vibrant downtown has to offer. Walking distance to Amherst College and UMass. This home retains the character of days gone by, yet sparkles with new wood floors, modern bathroom & new appliances. Original wood-paneled entry hallway & exposed beams throughout. Antique furnishings, historic wall decor, and a sunny kitchen with built-in reclaimed wood bar. Small balcony w seating for 2.

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.

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.

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.)

Sunlit Clean Amherst Cozy Log Cabin

Peaceful log cabin on an 8 acre property. Truly a gem to enjoy: a quiet, relaxing, cozy, sunlit cabin with a vaulted ceiling. Beautiful gardens, warm electric fireplace, and steps away from Atkins Reservoir and hiking trails. You will feel secluded but close to local attractions. Umass only 7 minutes away and close to Amherst College, Hampshire College, Smith College, and Mount Holyoke as well.

Cozy get-away!

This quiet option is less than two miles from the center of downtown Amherst, a thriving college town with museums, libraries, small stores, restaurants for every budget, hiking trails galore. We offer a relaxing, TV-free space in a friendly, safe, residential neighborhood. Five minute walk to 2 bus stops. If you are looking for some privacy with access to western Mass., you've found it!