Our almost 4 month stay in such a cool historic house was pretty special. Not our typical vacation rental, but we're glad we chose to stay there. The house was very comfortable and we had what we needed. It's not fancy, but it has that homey, warm and cozy feel. Had we only been there for a short visit, we wouldn't have missed the creature comforts of a dishwasher, garbage disposal and washer dryer, but we made due. The location was perfect for walking out the front door and two minutes down the street to the many restaurants and the great nightlife Northampton offers during the summer. The trail for walking, running and biking was practically right outside the door. Sitting on the patio in the garden area behind the house in the mornings and evenings was relaxing. I enjoyed the sight and scent of all the beautiful flowers and the sound of singing birds with my morning coffee. The host was very attentive and helpful with anything we needed. Be sure to check out the red binder in the living area to see more about the history of the house. Also, there is a museum close by that has a lot of interesting information. I think the history was my favorite part.