Family-friendly holiday rentals in Pioneer Valley

Clean and sunny house near Smith College

Our cozy guest house is in a quiet neighborhood, and is not a primary residence. We are exactly 2 miles from downtown Northampton. There is one queen size bed downstairs in an open floor plan, another queen bed upstairs in bedroom 1, and two twin beds in bedroom 2. There is a washer/dryer unit, propane fireplace, and private back deck with views of gardens and woodlands. There is a short river walk at the end of the block and a nearby trail meanders along the river, ending at Smith college.

Separate apt, 1 mile from downtown, 1 guest only

This is a private, clean, comfortable apartment with New pillow top mattress for 1 person with separate entrance in our new home. You will have the space to yourself. We are a mile from downtown near the bike path, the mill river, and Smith college. Private bathroom with a shower; kitchen basics: fridge, microwave, toaster, teapot, pour over coffee. Wifi and smart tv. Sunny with central air in the summer warm and cozy in the winter. Walk or ride a bike to town. We’re located in Village Hill.

1880s sun-bathed beauty in best downtown location

Sun-drenched, recently renovated 2nd floor apartment in gracious 4-family Victorian home, steps from Northampton's vibrant downtown. Wonderful open living/dining/kitchen space with stainless-steel appliances, butcher block counters, wood floors, lots of seating & large TV. Master BR with queen bed & TV, small 2nd BR with double bed. Comfy double blow-up mattress can be set up in LR. Small-ish updated bathroom with shower and tiled floor. Washer and dryer in basement (shared with another apt).

Hilltown Studio

Stunning 2nd floor studio (limited kitchenette with easy to prepare Breakfast foods provided) close to Northampton, Smith and the Five Colleges, scenic drive to the Berkshires, one mile to the Snow Farm and just minutes to Valley View Farm. Lovely space & private deck overlooking perennial gardens & wildlife wandering by. Perfect stop when traveling through Western Mass, touring local colleges or a trip to enjoy the music, museums and restaurants in the Pioneer Valley and Berkshires.

Studio apartment on route 9, "Inn the Valley"

A bright and cozy studio apartment on PVTA bus line just outside of Northampton, MA. Skylight, wood floors, kitchen, and full bathroom as well as heat and air conditioning, oriental rugs and unique furnishings. 10 minutes from Northampton center and 20 minutes from Amherst center. Very convenient for all 5 colleges. Five minutes from Snow Farm Art Institute. Two minutes from Valley View Farm. We are meticulous in our cleaning and disinfecting in the face of Covid-19.

Vintage 3BR Farmhouse | Near Town + Mount Holyoke

Enjoy the charm of an 1875 farmhouse with modern comforts in this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath suite on the first floor! Renovated throughout, the space offers a bright living room, full kitchen, and peaceful bedrooms. Relax on the wrap-around porch or stroll to Mount Holyoke College (less than 500 meters) and Village Commons for a peaceful afternoon. Perfect for family getaways or visiting nearby colleges with Amherst and Northampton just a short 20 minute drive away.

Large Quirky Sunny Farmhouse Apartment

The apartment is spacious, bright, and sunny. Full of charming and quirky old details like original windows, hardwood floors, and not many right angles. Definitely not a vanilla box. The furnishings are clean and comfortable and go with the farmhouse feel. Please note that the private staircase used to access the apartment is original to the house. It is steep by contemporary standards and the tread depths are all a little wonky.

Roost House (2 BR Apt. downtown)

Gorgeous 2 bedroom Apt in the heart of downtown Northampton. Designed by Liz Karney of Sticks and Bricks, this light-filled, unique apartment features one-of-a-kind rustic pieces and comfortable beds. Plenty of space to relax and enjoy your stay. Wifi, television, one king bedroom, one queen bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, dining room, living room, 3 season porch and a private patio. Parking spot included.

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.