Vacation rentals in Puffers Pond

Elegant Apt in Award Winning Garden

A gorgeous, modern studio apartment, with private entrance, set in one of the most elegant gardens in the Pioneer Valley. A short walk from downtown, terrific restaurants, delis, hot tub spa, great bakery, Emily Dickinson's house, brewpub, and Amherst Cinema, yet near lovely walking, biking, hiking trails, it has intimate views of the garden from its many windows and patio door. There is a gazebo set in the garden offering a shady viewpoint to appreciate the flower/foliage splendor. (It is a four season garden so it is provides beautiful views even in winter.) The queen bed is extremely comfortable; the studio is elegant but simply furnished with bamboo floors, beautiful artwork, rugs and wall murals. The kitchen has small fridge, microwave, electric kettle, utensils, plates and cups. The bathroom is small but well appointed with tiled tub/shower and more garden view. Plenty of closet space in apartment. Wi-fi is free and works even outside. A large screen is available for casting onto from your tablet, phone, or computer (for example, casting onto screen your Netflix or HBOgo) Driveway Parking. No pets. No smoking. Accommodates only 1 or 2 people. A futon is available for separate sleeping arrangements.

Vermont Mirror House

Escape to our stunning glass house nestled in the Vermont forest. This modern retreat offers breathtaking 360-degree views of lush wilderness and beautiful waterways. Unwind in the hot tub, warm up by the cozy fireplace, or rejuvenate in the sauna. Floor-to-ceiling windows bring nature indoors! Perfect for romantic getaways, small families or simply work away from work with fiber wifi. Experience tranquility during all seasons in this one-of-a-kind hideaway. Book now for an unforgettable escape!

Amherst *NEW - Campus Convenience & Social Privacy

Your family will be comfortable and entertained when stay at our place. Conveniently located in the 5 college area, yet situated where all your guests can gather in quiet privacy. Just minutes from UMass Amherst and Amherst College as well as centrally located to the Hadley, Northampton, Sunderland and Deerfield areas. With 4 bedrooms (2 King bedrooms),an additional pull out couch, 2.5 baths, open living room/kitchen, and a large back deck there is plenty of space for comfort and socializing!

Under the Hemlocks – Boutique Retreat – Amherst

Escape to a private bijou guest suite under the hemlocks—a refined, scent-sensitive retreat, small and elegant by design. Enjoy a deep clawfoot soaking tub, private courtyards with bistro dining and fire pit, plus a unique off-grid screened garden sanctuary—the Writer's Retreat. Under the Hemlocks invites you to slow down, unplug and rediscover the simple pleasures—morning birdsong, evenings by the fire, a long soak. Minutes from Amherst, UMass, Amherst College & Emily Dickinson Museum.

Light filled three bedroom apartment DT Florence!

Open floor plan duplex with beautiful back yard that has a patio, dog run, chickens, grill, fire pit, and fruit trees! One block from the corner store and the Pie Bar. If you enjoy cycling the bike path abuts the back of the property! Quiet neighborhood, pet and kid friendly one block from downtown Florence. Look Park is a mile down the bike path. Plenty to do if the weather is not cooperating. Fully appointed kitchen to make cookies, home made ice cream, plenty of games and records.

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.

The Silo | Next to UMass & open farmland/ nature

The Silo is one of only about 100 purpose-built silo homes—designed and constructed as a house, not converted from a farm structure. Adjacent to UMass and one mile from Amherst Center, it borders open farmland with wide-open skies, distant mountain views, and spectacular sunsets that feel worlds away. Inside, curved walls and natural light connect you with the landscape. Your guest suite is completely private, with its own exterior entrance and no shared indoor spaces.

Sunny Studio Apartment

Private neighborhood. Sunny second floor studio apartment, private entrance. Cathedral ceilings, renovated full bathroom, huge south facing windows. King sized bed + twin daybed in large open studio. Includes full kitchen + private laundry area. Beautiful outdoor picnic table and cozy fire pit. Close to all 5 colleges and major hospitals. 5 minutes to Umass. Walk to Cushman Cafe. Enjoy all the Pioneer Valley has to offer! Longterm rental available upon request.

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.

1840 two-family home in best downtown location

This 3-bedroom, 5-bed house sleeps up to 10 -- ideal for groups that wish to rent both of the apartments in an historic 2-family home in downtown Amherst, steps away from everything this vibrant downtown has to offer. 3 bedrooms, 5 beds. 5-min walk to Amherst College, 15-minute walk to UMass. New comfy mattresses with all-cotton linens, eclectic decor. Two kitchens. Washer/dryer. Large-screen TVs in both apts. Front porch with rocking chairs, balcony, and backyard.

Cozy Private Basement Studio Near Downtown

Cozy walk-in basement studio in a quiet neighborhood, just 3 miles from downtown. Includes a queen bed, pull-out couch, private bathroom, and kitchenette. WiFi and on-site parking provided. Less than a mile to a bus stop and coffee shop. Private entrance for easy check-in. This is a TV-free space, and you may hear normal household noise from the young family living upstairs. A simple, comfortable option for a convenient stay.

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!