With a stay at this vacation home in Amherst, you'll be a 3-minute drive from University of Massachusetts Amherst and 5 minutes from Amherst College. .This vacation home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Puffers Pond South Beach and 1.6 mi (2.7 km) from Athletic Fields North.
University of Massachusetts Amherst - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Elements Hot Tub Spa - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Emily Dickinson Museum - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
Amherst College - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
Mullins Center - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Amherst Station - 9 min drive
Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Worcester Dining Commons - 5 min drive
Berkshire Dining Commons - 6 min drive
Procrastination Station - 7 min drive
The Blue Wall - 5 min drive
Hampshire Dining Commons - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Author Stephen Oates Once Owned
Welcome to this beloved novelty for historians and scholars, which famous author Stephen Oates once owned. This architecturally 4-bedroom, 3-bath home with a den and office has it all: its prime location makes trips to downtown and UMass Amherst a breeze, and the well-equipped kitchen has a brand-new dishwasher/electric range with Air Fry. The natural-light-filled great room with a skylight leads out to a secluded three-season porch. A washer/dryer and rice cooker are provided.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Lilly
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Parking and transport
On-site parking
Kitchen
Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Bath or shower
Hairdryer
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Soap
Living spaces
Dining room
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
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
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
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 C0510080080
Author Stephen Oates Once Owned Reviews
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Jane B.
24 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very comfortable
The house is very close to Amherst on a quiet street. Plenty of room, comfortable beds, and well supplied. We’d stay again!