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The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior
Sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom65 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature

This newly renovated cottage is located atop a hill overlooking the Wild and Scenic Westfield River surrounded by state forest and protected land. Wildlife abounds and we are a birder's haven. Many a morning you can watch mist arising from the river. Walk out the door to hike, mountain bike, snowshoe, or ski in the woods. Groomed cross country ski trails are nearby. Notchview Reservation, 20 minutes away has in my opinion the best XC skiing in Western Massachusetts.We are located midway between The Berkshires with its many cultural activities and the Pioneer Valley, home to the Five Colleges: U Mass, Smith, Amherst, Mt Holyoke, and Hampshire College. The cottage sleeps four (1 BR for 2, 2 built-in twins by the wood stove). The kitchen is fully equipped. We have installed an ethernet cable which brings the broadband service directly to the Cottage. The Connection is flawless.The owner lives on the property in the main home near to the cottage.

Property manager

John Follet

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • 2 stairs to reach property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 700 sq ft (65 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Porta-crib available

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number C0096550690

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Clearing Quiet Nature House Cummington
Clearing Quiet Nature House
Clearing Quiet Nature Cummington
Clearing Quiet Nature
Clearing Quiet Nature Cumming
The Clearing Quiet Close To Nature
The Clearing Quiet Nature
The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature Cottage
The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature Cummington
The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature Cottage Cummington

About the neighborhood

Map
Cummington, MA

What's nearby

  • Chesterfield Gorge - 8 min drive
  • Smith College - 34 min drive
  • Academy of Music Theater - 34 min drive
  • Berkshire East Ski Resort - 37 min drive
  • University of Massachusetts Amherst - 45 min drive

Getting around

  • Northampton Station - 35 min drive
  • Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Goldenrod Country Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Listons Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Spruce Corner Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The View at Ridge 113 - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪High Hopes Farm - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Westfield River and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Chesterfield Gorge Reservation. Chesterfield Gorge and Swift River are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 187 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ella S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We had a wonderful stay at John's place. Was very beautiful, quiet and just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
We love staying here. Our 3rd yearly visit. Very clean, very relaxing, quiet, just perfect each time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable Cottage,
Beautiful location! So relaxing, peaceful and quiet. We had exciting visits during our stay. Around property we saw porcupine, a black bear in the distance, deers and a coyote. Adorable chipmunks sprinted by and sounds of echoing birds. Would love to visit again and know where to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little slice of paradise
Super calm and relaxing spot, but still in striking distance of Northampton/Amherst. Great hosts, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Beautiful, peaceful property that's a great jumping off point for the many activities that Western Mass has to offer. Easy to find using Waze.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monika P., Dripping Springs

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and Quiet
We had a lovely stay in this cottage. The enclosed porch and grounds were great and the owners helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enchanting cottage
The Clearing is clean and comfortable. It has a lovely location in a clearing in the woods. From the screened in porch you can hear waterfalls and smell the fresh air. We slept well in comfort and quiet. Thank you to our hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shhh...an exquisite stay in the Berkshires
The perfect getaway for a long weekend. Between the screened-in porch, the pool, the cozy cottage, and the view it was an extremely restful weekend. Thank you for being such fantastic hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chesterfield cottage
Loved it! So beautiful and quiet. The little house had everything we needed, and it was in a beautiful, peaceful setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

johannes t., amsterdam

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip to paradise
This cottage was paradise for us: cosy, spacious, tastfully decorated, a porch with a great view and situated in the middle of a wonderful garden with a pool. We would have loved to stay there all summer! Very much recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain getaway
What a great mountain stay. Views Views Views. John was a wonderful host and its a spectacular property. Clean and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion J., Dorchester

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy quite cottage stay
The property was lovely with a magnificent view of the mountains, fields and beautiful flower beds. The cottage was peaceful, quaint and clean. Our host was hospitable and available to answer any questions that we had. We had a most enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Getaway Oasis
This charming cottage offers everything one could want in a bucolic setting with gracious hosts: quiet, peaceful, and off-the-beaten path. We highly recommend this spot if you want to connect with each other and nature. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to relax and enjoy the view
We loved the location! The screened porch is perfect for sitting outside and enjoying the beautiful view without any bugs. We had a quiet, relaxing week. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

anne e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Best ever!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mother Nature place
Better than expected
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kevin t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Weekend
We traveled to the area for a family wedding and spent three nights at the clearing. The house was perfect for our use and couldn't have been in a more beautiful part of the state. We would highly recommend it and John was a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Getaway
This is the second time my husband and I have stayed at John's gorgeous place. It's clean, quiet, serene, picture perfect. The pool is truly spectacular, the vista from the screen-in porch heavenly, and the experience is just in general a truly wonderful getaway. I hope to be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine A., Sylvan Springs, AL USA

Awesome time, beautiful,place to stay
Cabin and amenities were all awesome. Beautiful view over hill country. We Took a hot air balloon ride with worthington ballooning for our 10th anniversary, it was so awesome. Owners Paul and Judy were awesome as was our perfect soft landing spot. Thank you John Follett for our perfect spot we will definitely return. So recommend this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hilltop gem!
What a treat for our family to stay in this classic New England cabin. The view was magnificent and the pool a huge plus. John could not have been a more lovely, magnanimous host. Highly recommended. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

steve s., Newington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility
Idealic and soul refreshing:) Cudos to our hosts John and Joyce for their great hospitality, as we truly enjoyed our stay with you and will definitely be back. Thanks so much..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan V., Jackson, Mississippi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Location
My husband and I stayed for three nights in October, and it really wasn’t long enough. The view from the cottage was lovely, the yard was beautifully planted with bushes and flowers, and we even saw a porcupine raiding the apple tree, twice! We enjoyed some light cooking in the updated kitchen and relaxing on the screened porch. It was the perfect place for a quiet getaway for two.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A place to refresh
We could not have asked for a more peaceful weekend experience. Joyce and John are incredibly gracious hosts. It's amazing that they are willing to share this gorgeous property with the rest of the world. Fresh air, night skies, nature, and silence. You'll leave energised for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful cottage on beautiful grounds with pool
The cottage is exactly what I needed to get away from the city. Breathtaking Berkshire beauty right from the comfort of the screened in porch. It’s pure heaven in the morning with a cup of tea listening to birds sing or enjoying dinner watching the sun goes down. Comfortable firm bed, fully equipped kitchen, great shower pressure plus communicative host make this a great stay. Hope to return with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023