Charming Arts and Crafts Bungalow in Amherst, Massachusetts
Overview
Charming Arts and Crafts Bungalow is a 1918 vacation home in Amherst, Massachusetts (listed here under North Chicopee, United States). It’s positioned as a comfortable, lived-in family house and is notably “loaded with books and art,” making it feel more like a private home stay than a standard hotel. Star class and public guest rating are not provided.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
The home has five bedrooms arranged for mixed groups: a primary bedroom with a queen bed, an office/bedroom with a queen sofa bed, a third bedroom with twin beds, a fourth bedroom with a double bed, and a large attic suite with a queen bed plus an open-up couch. There are three full bathrooms total: two with tub/shower combinations and one with a walk-in glass shower.
Living Spaces & Kitchen
Common areas include a large living room, an ample dining room with a big expandable family table, and a sunroom/family room with a TV. The kitchen is designed for real cooking and includes an oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, coffee maker, and a large refrigerator. Cookware, dishes, linens (dish towels, tablecloths, napkins), and extra serving pieces in the butler’s pantry are described as stocked for group meals.
Outdoor & Practical Amenities
Outdoor features include a deck with a table and umbrella, plus a screened-in gazebo furnished with two couches for reading and relaxing. The landscaped back property includes a grape arbor and seating, and a charcoal barbecue can be used on the lawn below the deck. Practical amenities include air conditioning, a smoke-free policy, and a basement with a washer/dryer and a children’s playroom with toys.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The home is centrally placed for the Amherst college area: about 2 miles to Amherst town center and Amherst College, and about 3 miles to UMass and Hampshire College. Nearby attractions called out include the Emily Dickinson House and the Eric Carle Museum of Children’s Book Art (about five minutes), with Northampton and Smith College, Mount Holyoke College, and Mount Holyoke Range State Park also within easy reach. For transit, Crocker Farm School (In) bus station is about 958 m away; the nearest major airports listed are Bradley International (about 47.5 km) and Worcester Regional (about 52.8 km).
Best for
This bungalow is best suited to larger groups—families or friends—who want a multi-bedroom house with real gathering space, including an expandable dining table, sunroom TV room, and outdoor deck/gazebo. It also fits travelers visiting the Amherst-area colleges (Amherst College, UMass, Hampshire College) or nearby cultural stops like the Emily Dickinson House and the Eric Carle Museum. Guests who prioritize cooking at home will appreciate the fully equipped kitchen and pantry/butler’s pantry setup.
Travel tips
If you’re planning a reunion-style stay, note that owner approval is required for gatherings over 20, and rates can vary on weekends, holidays, and college graduation weekends. A $300 cleaning fee is part of the stay. For local transit access, the Crocker Farm School (In) bus stop is about 958 meters away; driving is practical for reaching campuses and nearby towns like Northampton (about 8 miles).
What guests say
No guest review excerpts were provided, so recurring themes cannot be summarized from traveler feedback. Public rating and the number of reviews are also not available. The listing itself emphasizes group-friendly layout, a well-equipped kitchen for cooking, and comfortable indoor/outdoor gathering spaces. It also highlights proximity to Amherst colleges, local museums, parks, and regional day trips (including the Berkshires).
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