Family-friendly vacation rentals in Franklin County

Charming Brookside Artisan Home

Relax, work & play in this peaceful country home built by a renowned furnituremaker and filled with handmade furniture and art. Explore the countryside, listen to the babbling brook & visit the many local family farms. There is a large firepit and plenty of outdoor activities at your doorstep, including biking, hiking, and x-country skiing. Come get away from it all while being only 10 minutes to Greenfield and the quaint village of Shelburne Falls. Easy 30 minute drive to the five college area.

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!

Charming, updated , 3 bedroom farmhouse farm stay

Enjoy a tranquil stay on a small market farm. Winter is coming and we are midway between Berkshire East Ski Resort and the nightlife of Northampton. Plenty of great local cross country and snow shoe trails as well as snow mobile circuits and destinations. Dog-sledding! Enjoy beautiful evening skies while sitting around the fire pit. Mingle with the goats and ducks (duck eggs usually available) . Conveniently located to Northampton, Amherst, the 5 colleges, restaurants and family activity.

Suite 23 - Spacious Sunny 2-BR with Mountain view

Our happy place is a 5 minute walk to Berkshire East/Thunder Mountain . An 8 minute walk to the Deerfield River for guided fishing tours with Hilltown Anglers, kayaks, ,whitewater rafting. 10 minute walk to town and shuttle for tubing. A 5 minute drive to local wedding venues. We provide a full kitchen with all cooking essentials, a private picnic area with charcoal grill (charcoal provided). We reside at the single family home on property and we’re excited to share our Suite 23 !

Mountain Retreat close to Northampton & Amherst!

Come have this mountain top home situated on 150 secluded acres in beautiful historic Williamsburg all to yourselves!! If you want privacy within 10-20 minutes from Northampton, Hadley, and Amherst, then this cabin is perfect. Within walking distance, you will have access to trail systems for either your hiking or biking endeavors. You can stay and enjoy the peaceful nature of our home, sit on the massive deck while you gaze upon breathtaking views of the Pioneer Valley, or venture out.

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.

Sunny Chalet Nestled in the Woods of Ashfield

Relax in a quiet sunny chalet located on land with established herbal gardens, offering privacy, space, and a comfortable base for families and small groups visiting Ashfield and the surrounding hills. This pet-friendly three-bedroom home is designed for guests who want a peaceful, rural stay with the reassurance of an attentive host nearby. Whether you’re visiting family, exploring the area, or enjoying time away from the city, the chalet offers room to unwind in a calm setting.

An 18th century farmhouse

Built in 1785 this antique Cape was carefully restored to its original design about 20 years ago. The house is set on a quiet road in the middle of fields, woods, gardens, and hiking trails. it is secluded with easy access to the natural world. The rooms are book-lined and filled with family objects. It is close to Berkshire East for skiing and snowboarding in the winter and whitewater rafting and swimming in the summer. Mass MoCA and the Clark Museum are within an easy drive.

A Country Retreat-Enhanced Studio Apartment

Welcome to our lovely apartment, located in the beautiful, quiet Western MA hill-town of Conway. This is our second time as Airbnb hosts, having hosted almost 150 reservations and achieved Superhost status there. We built again and downsized but included this spacious studio apartment with a bedroom alcove. Wooded and quiet yet just 3 miles from the charming tourist town of Shelburne Falls, and not far off RT91 and the cities of Amherst, Northampton and Greenfield.

Mohawk Trail View/ private apt. no cleaning Fee

Small, cozy private Apt is located in West Greenfield in a quiet, safe neighborhood. Guests have own private driveway and entrance. There are 2 TV’s, one in living room & bedroom. High speed internet. Queen size bed & desk. Apt. Is 2 min's to Rt. 2, Mohawk Trail, Rt. 91, Supermarket, Restaurants & GCC. Less than 5 min's to Greenfield Center. <10 minutes to Deerfield Academy, Bement, Stonleigh. Berkshire East Resort Ski Area 24 minutes

hope house

Sunny and open writing studio with over 150 years of literary history. Built in 1870, this lovely little house was where George Curtis edited Harper's magazine, wrote essays on transcendentalism , and argued for women's suffrage ( A recent guest informs me that George Curtis helped Thoreau build his cabin on Walden Pond ) The house has since sheltered painters, librarians, and poets.

Lovely 2nd floor Apartment

This lovely spacious 1 bedroom apartment is situated on a quiet street in the heart of Greenfield. Only a 3 minute ride to a charming downtown & restaurants Enjoy lots of natural light and a calm office space with an additional futon for rest. Free parking on premises and access to nearby baseball field and tennis courts. A place you'll love to come back to.