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Cottage in Petersham

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews

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

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Cottage in Becket

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviews

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 • Canoe & 2 kayaks • 50" smart TV and 4 Google Smart Speakers • 1 Gigabit Wi-Fi 'gorgeous with amazing views' • 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

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Cottage in Shutesbury

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 221 reviews

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.

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Cottage in Bernardston

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 324 reviews

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.

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Cottage in Orange

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

The Film Shack: A Sweetwater Stay

Located on the shore of Tully Pond, The Film Shack is a newly designed water front vacation home with breathtaking views of Tully Mountain. This 4-season home features four bedrooms, a screening room, a video game nook and a bonus guest cottage. The personal home of filmmakers Patti Moreno and Robert Patton-Spruill, it is decorated in the "Atomic Age" style. Maple floors, aviation, and cargo style furniture, stainless steel bathroom and kitchen with a wood stove for those chilly fall mornings.

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Cottage in Southwick

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews

4 Kayaks Fire Pit & Lake Views from Hot Tub

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

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Cottage in Hinsdale

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

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.

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Cottage in Becket

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

Stylish Shales Brook Cottage-Cozy up to happiness

Bright & inviting! Welcome to our charming cottage, a stylish 2-bedroom, 2-bath retreat by Shales Brook. Relax on cool evenings beside the vintage Malm wood-burning stove. Enjoy modern comforts with central air, a screened-in porch, and a deck overlooking the tranquil waters of Shales Brook. The soothing sounds of the brook enhance your stay.. Located near fabulous Berkshire attractions, fantastic hikes, 15 minutes to the town of Lee, minutes to Jacob‘s pillow and 20 minutes to Tanglewood,!

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Cottage in Deerfield

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews

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.

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Cottage in Amherst

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews

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

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Cottage in Orange

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviews

The Lake Cottage: A Sweetwater Stay

Welcome to Mattawa Cove! Originally built as an Ice Fisherman's shack, this tiny house is unapologetically elegant and understated. The private dock can be viewed from the wall of windows in the open living space. Walk to the shore, sit with your feet in the water, swim, fish, or kayak. It’s the ultimate, all-year romantic getaway. With excellent Wi-Fi, you can stay as connected as you'd like to the outside world. 1.5 hours from Boston or Providence. 3.5 hours to NYC.

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Cottage in Lanesborough

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 279 reviews

Wildlife Lakeside Cottage; views/wildlife

Fully furnished and remodeled with new upgrades in Spring 2025 including a cathedral master bedroom suite with a full bath. Our private cottage is set on a peninsula at a cove where a trout stream enters the lake. Incredible amount of wildlife, especially all types of birds. The home has sunny views everywhere. Seasonal weeds do grow in the adjacent lake which can impact water activities, especially in the summer months. Sleeps 6. Ther are two full and one 1/2 baths.