Low-scent, lovely historic mill house

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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5102 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Enjoy the area

Northampton, MA

Smith College4 min drive
Academy of Music Theater5 min drive
Historic Northampton6 min drive
Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Downstairs small bedroom

1 Single Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs 2nd bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

This property is perfect for people who appreciate the charms of a newly renovated 160 yr. old mill house. Sleep on high quality mattresses with cotton bedding. Enjoy the culture, food, and natural world of the 5-college area from this cozy home base.

Free early check-in or late check-out when available.

The house has two bedrooms upstairs and one downstairs and is solely for the use of guests. Guests also have use of the back yard and a bike shed.

Sustainability practices abound, beginning with a renovation focused on maximizing energy efficiency and reuse of materials, to the environmentally friendly products, washable cloths in lieu of paper towel, garbage cans that get washed instead of lined with plastic bags, etc.

Unscented, eco-friendly cleaning products are used in the house and on the bedding for the safety and comfort of guests and the environment.

Please read rules about dogs: not on furniture, must be on flea/tick prevention, must not be left unattended if not crated, pick up after them.

Please note: It is an outdoor shoes-off house. Indoor shoes are fine.

Bay State Village is a friendly, safe, walkable neighborhood where people wave "hi" and children play in the street. It is a 1.5-2 mile walk to Smith College and downtown Northampton along house-lined streets, or 1 mile to downtown Florence. Guests can drive to downtown Northampton and park in the parking garage where the first hour is free.

There is a swimming hole in the Mill River 2 blocks away, with in-town walking trails nearby.

Valley Bike Share with pedal assist bikes has a new bike station at the end of the block, along with our one neighborhood restaurant (Pho Boston) and you can easily get to the bike path that will take you by farm fields and converted mill buildings. The house has a shed that guests can use for your own bikes.

Property manager

Debra

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Easthampton Vacation Rental | 3BR | 1BA | 988 Sq Ft | 3 Steps

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Living/dining area

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

There is no childproofing.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

No unattended, chewing, furniture. Yes flea/tick

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

This is an outdoor shoes off (indoor shoes welcome) house. No cannabis or cigarette smoking on the property, inside or outside.

Pet fee is $30 per dog per night. Additional fee request will be made at time of booking

Stays of 2 plus weeks have an additional cleaning fee. For stays of a month of more, no more than 3 unrelated people.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number C0310052140

About the area

Florence

Located in Florence, this holiday home is on a river. Historic Northampton and Porter Phelps Huntington Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Connecticut River Greenway State Park and Mount Tom State Reservation. Congregation Beth Israel and Spare Time Bowling are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.

Northampton, MA

What's nearby

Cooley Dickinson Hospital - 3 min drive
Smith College - 4 min drive
Smith College Botanic Garden - 4 min drive
Academy of Music Theater - 5 min drive
Historic Northampton - 6 min drive

Getting around

Northampton Station - 7 min drive
Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 5 min drive
Burger King - 6 min drive
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
JJ's Tavern - 3 min drive
Tandem Bagel Company - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Low-scent, lovely historic mill house pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Low-scent, lovely historic mill house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Low-scent, lovely historic mill house?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Low-scent, lovely historic mill house located?

Situated on the riverfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cooley Dickinson Hospital and Congregation Beth Israel. Smith College and Smith College Botanic Garden are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kernal K.

30 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Parents weekend visit

Great place

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

25 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house in quiet neighborhood close to Smith College

The house was clean and has many nice features, such as an electric kettle and tea bags. Bedrooms are nicely furnished with extra blankets, fans, and closet hangers. Bathroom is big with both a tub and shower. The quiet fan above the shower was surprisingly effective. I had never stayed in a short term rental like this before and was unfamiliar with check-in and check-out policies, but it was all very easy. Debra told us everything we needed to know and was very helpful. It was very comfortable and we will likely return for future Smith events.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

27 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable house in nice neighborhood

The house is lovely, cozy, and nicely furnished.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda V.

13 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marching Band Parent Recommendation

Thanks to Debra for having such a lovely property! The two air-conditioned bedrooms upstairs were just what we needed to be comfortable on a hot weekend. On Saturday evening, our daughter joined us in her very own bedroom on the first floor which was a terrific break from the dorm. We were able to bake tailgate treats in the fully equipped kitchen and enjoy family meals together in the dining room. It was just the perfect spot for a weekend away! 20 minutes to Orchard Hill so it was a simple trip to and from campus.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul and Cheriese M., Denver CO

23 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming house- Great Location

We really enjoyed the property and the area. The house had everything we needed, was clean, and dog friendly. We would definitely stay again.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Debra

I work in the field of public health and have owned a restored a number of historic properties over the years. I bake, engage in social justice work, visit all of the local ice cream spots whenever possible, and make daily decisions about how to protect the beautiful world that I get to live in. I love hosting guests and am a huge champion of the Pioneer Valley and its local farm and food culture. I am originally from Montreal and I moved to the area 24 years ago to be near farms, forests, and a caring community.

Why they chose this property

I have lived in this neighborhood on and off for 23 years. It is friendly, safe, quiet, close to the river, and people know and care about each other.

What makes this property unique

Most importantly, guests can feel comfortable knowing that they aren't going to be sleeping in scented linens or exposed to toxic cleaning products. This is homeowner business where I do everything from buying the coffee to dusting the pipes. I think carefully about things that will make my guests comfortable and have an easy stay. I am interested in acclimating guests to the many wonderful things the area has to offer, and I am very accessible. This property is a great choice for people who appreciate a historic space that has been redone from top to bottom in a respectful manner while maximizing environmental sustainability.