Over 40 acres of solitude tucked in the hilltowns of the western Massachusetts Berkshires -- boasting warm sunrises over the distant hills, lush forest for hiking and meandering river frontage on Bronson Brook and walking distance to the Westfield River to wade and soak in the cool mountain water or fish for native trout! We have over a mile of beautiful trails that were created around the main home -- a local architect designed masterpiece boasting a wonderful asian influe mcvnce yet handcrafted from the very timberstock off the land on which it sits lending a refined rustic twist. 25 Min to Northampton and 10 min to the Berkshires! You can hike or bike to the best swimming holes around. Come escape and breathe in our cool clean mountain air :)

fast speed WiFi

radiant heated floors

washer/dryer available

4 full bathrooms

linens, towels, pillows, comforters, blankets

kitchen

charcoal grill

2 outdoor fire pits

2 outdoor decks

hiking trails on the property

outdoor lounge chairs and picnic tables

There are two swimming holes near the house that you can walk or bike to. Farther away spots include Ashfield Lake and Chapel Brook Falls.

We also have a wood-fired hot tub that can be heated up for the weekend at an extra charge if folks are interested. The hot tub seats 5 ppl at a time and is right near the outdoor deck. Since it is wood-fired, the process takes 5 hours to heat, so we’ll need to know at least 48 hours in advance if you would like to reserve it.

We don’t allow guests who are not a part of the rental group unless you get approval from us ahead of time.

For our dance workshops, since space is limited, we can’t accommodate partners and families to lodge with us or attend meals for workshops, but if you would like to bring a family member(s), you can check out nearby lodging options like the Goldenrod Inn or Airbnbs in the area.

Even though we love animals, we have a no-pet policy. Thanks for understanding.

hiking boots and warm socks

raincoat/poncho and any waterproof clothing you want to bring

bathing suit (if you want to swim in the nearby swim holes, river, and lakes)

swim towel / robe for the outdoor shower

anything you want to bring to the swimming holes (speaker, floaties, goggles, etc.)

kayak/paddleboard/etc.

flashlight/headlamp

bug spray

sunscreen

hat/visor

sunglasses

for those camping: tent, sleeping bag and pad, tarp for tent bottom and top (we get lots of rain, so this is highly recommended), pillow

bike (we have a few to borrow)

camping chair, hammock, anything you want to add to your campsite ;)

water bottle

waterproof sandals

warm weather clothes for any heatwave days 

cool weather clothes for chilly summer/fall evenings

toothbrush & toothpaste

backpack

snacks (campers, you have to store these inside the house, no food or drinks in the tent)

The best grocery stores are in Northampton, 30 minutes away. We recommend River Valley Market Co-op.

Chesterfield General Store has basics, baked goods, beer, and wine, and great pizza and sandwiches - Th-Su only.

The Cummington Creamery Co-op on Rte 9 offers baked goods, wine, and beer, every day.

Williamsburg Market on Rt 9 in Williamsburg is about 10 minutes away.

Oliver’s Farm Stand (seasonal) on Route 9 in Goshen, about 10 minutes away, self serve and really excellent in a pinch - frozen meats and fish, veggies, condiments, breads, meats. Highly recommended.

Cell Service is spotty in the hilltowns, only AT&T works at the house. But luckily we have fast WiFi, so you can connect to WiFi calling and you won’t miss any calls/texts. Or you can take the chance to unlpug and not connect to service or internet, up to you!

The kitchen is fully equipped with cookware, dishware, toaster, blender, basic condiments, sugar, tea, and coffee.

We supply TP, paper towels, laundry detergent, basic shampoo, conditioner, and soap.

There’s a coffee maker, French Press, and a tea kettle.

A charcoal grill is under the large deck.

There’s a refrigerator, freezer, oven, microwave, and gas stove.

The Chesterfield General Store (Fri-Sun) coffee, sandwiches, soup, pastries and baked goods, groceries, wine and beer, and have inside and outside dining - great for a quick lunch. Has a great brick oven pizza, but order early, he sometimes runs out of dough!

Elbow Room Coffee Shop (10 min away in Williamsburg) excellent burritos and coffee. Female/queer owned.

Tangle Chocolate (10 min away in Williamsburg) excellent coffee, desserts, and chocolate. Female owned.

Liston's Bar and Restaurant in Worthington is 10 minutes away with good pub fare, fun atmosphere inside and out; has some vegetarian but few vegan options. Female owned.

The Goldenrod Country Inn in Worthington has an excellent menu and cocktail bar; sometimes serves weekend breakfast. Queer owned.

The Creamery in Cummington (daily) offers excellent prepared foods, groceries, wine and beer, and have inside and outside dining - great for a quick lunch.

Sena Brewery (Fri-Sun) excellent beer. bring your own food. pets welcome.