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Big farmhouse in the foothills of the Berkshires

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Russell, MA
  • Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • MGM Springfield
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Six Flags New England
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

pull out couch

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Big farmhouse in the foothills of the Berkshires

Built in the early 1800s, our renovated farm house can accommodate a large group or gathering. This 1600 square foot home can keep everyone together: three large bedrooms upstairs and an optional fourth downstairs. Large backyard and deck made for outside fun. Two full bathrooms, laundry, large farm table with seating for 10, and a full kitchen. South Quarter House was designed for you to relax and enjoy the woodsy surroundings, with over 20 acres of hiking woods behind the house.

Our farm house, surrounding woods, and barn make a perfect setting for family get togethers and getaways. In winter, we have a pellet stove to make things cozy.

We live just down the road, with adjacent property to South Quarter House's back woods, so we are immediately available via phone or text. We're happy to check you in, make sure you have everything you need for your stay, offer suggestions for activities and food, and otherwise help you have the perfect stay.

South Quarter House is in a quiet neighborhood on a mountain road with no close neighbors except across the street. Westfield is 10 minutes away and offers everything for food, shopping, restaurants, drugstores, etc. Also in Westfield, Stanley Park is a popular spot for playgrounds, exercise, and a beautiful garden with impressive exhibits of roses, tulips, and more, depending on the season. In winter, Blandford Ski Area is nearby, and there are snow-shoeing options all around us.

*Note: all towels and bed linens, toilet paper, and kitchen basics are provided.

Local attractions:
Westfield State University: 7 minutes
Northampton and Five Colleges: 45 minutes
Tanglewood: 50 minutes
Greater Springfield (museums, etc): 25-30 minutes
Mt. Tom: 45 minutes
Bradley (Hartford) Airport - BDL: 35 minutes
Logan (Boston) Airport - BOS: 1 hour, 45 minutes

Property manager

Eric & Alicia Hansen
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Tell us how old they are so we can prepare!
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Events

No events allowed
Family and small events, not house parties.
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
Off furniture, and safely in kennel if left alone.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside smokers, please pick up the butts!

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
Note from host: Family and small events, not house parties.
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 C0095972560

About the area

Russell

Russell is home to this holiday home. Pioneer Valley Live Steamers and Majestic Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Amelia Park Children's Museum and Blandford Ski Area. Whitney Park and Cross Street Playground are also worth visiting.
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Russell, MA

What's nearby

  • Big E - 26 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame - 30 min drive - 26.9 km
  • MGM Springfield - 31 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Six Flags New England - 33 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Smith College - 39 min drive - 36.3 km

Getting around

  • Springfield Union Station - 31 min drive
  • Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Maple Leaf Pub - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hangar Pub Westfield - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big farmhouse in the foothills of the Berkshires pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Big farmhouse in the foothills of the Berkshires?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big farmhouse in the foothills of the Berkshires?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big farmhouse in the foothills of the Berkshires located?

Situated in Russell, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Westfield River, Tekoa Park and Westfield State University. Ely Library and Russell Town Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 132 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

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

Relaxing and peaceful

It is a quiet and beautiful home. The surrounding nature is peaceful and we saw many kinds of birds.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela G.

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

Perfect cozy getaway

The house is so charming. Beautifully decorated and very clean, with everything you could need easy to find. Plenty of space for 8 people. The hosts are very helpful and communicative. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad D.

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

Excellent historic house

Cozy, historic experience from great owners. Nice trail and brook right behind the house as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

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

Perfect place to stay!

This was the perfect place to stay while we visited family in Massachusetts. The place was kept beautifully and had all of the amenities to make our visit comfortable. We will definitely book this place in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry P.

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

Great stay!

Perfect spot for a family celebration!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia Sarah L.

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

Comfy

Our stay was wonderful. Host was great with communication. We arrived in the evening, all the lights were on and pellet stove running for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

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

Family weekend getaway

We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful old farmhouse. Plenty of room for everyone and kitchen and linens were fully stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Berkshire vacation

Loved the entire experience.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dimitri Junior C.

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

Great place with awesome hosts

We had a really nice experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

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

Relaxing retreat

Optimal access to hiking and surrounding towns! We enjoyed the quiet secluded property with plenty of room for us and our dog to enjoy the great outdoors. The surrounding historic towns were an easy drive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naseem P.

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

Excellent experience!

Wonderful place! Thoughtfully decorated, clean and incredibly comfortable. Would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

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

Beautiful property!

Wonderful stay - very clean, lovely antique furnishings and accents, gorgeous grounds. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

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

Family Reunion

We planned a family reunion in the area. The farm house was pet friendly and the perfect location to our family that lived 20 minutes away. Eric was very accommodating. It was quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie N.

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

Quick get-away!

Such a great unique place! We were only there for the night, but it was exactly as listed. Would like to come back when it gets warmer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

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

Family Weekend

We had a wonderful family weekend away. Location was perfect. Restaurants were great in the area. Stanley Park and Noble View was perfect for our Portuguese Water Dog to get all his energy out. We had a wonderful time sitting for hours on the front porch reading and relaxing. Exactly what we all needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

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

Excellent

Greatly country location, but still close to surrounding cities and towns. Quiet property, perfect for a getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan R.

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

Prefect get away

What an amazing visit! The property is exactly as described and the owners extremely responsive. We would come back in a heart beat!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James V.

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

Nice place in the woods

It was clean, easy to settle in, a short walk from the trail system, and had a nice fireplace. Great house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn

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

Great!

We had a great visit with another family with small kids here. The space is well laid out and the kitchen had everything we needed. But the real hi light was the big backyard and throwing rocks in the creek!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg G., East Granby, CT USA

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

Vintage and Country Charm

This property has a lot of vintage and country charm. Love the location as well. The owners are fabulous as well! Looking forward to staying here another time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay A.

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

Another great stay

The property was clean and comfortable. Eric was incredibly hospitable, going above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. The location was perfect, with easy access to local attractions. We couldn't have asked for a better stay, and we’ll definitely be returning in the future. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

M F.

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

Relaxing week in the Big farmhouse

My wife and I and our daughter and dog spent the week. Everything we needed was provided. Nice quiet and relaxing time. Great location down the street from the AMC Noble View trails. We all had a wonderful hike and a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene S.

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

Delightful

What a relaxing place to get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barry I.

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

Country roads

Gorgeous Farmhouse on a great piece of property with a great pellet stove. Such a warm, cozy atmosphere that we will be sure to visit again. We relaxed so good and just enjoyed the whole house and surrounding area
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Beautiful country home

We had the best stay. The house was an amazing old New England farmhouse, and the property was beautiful. Great quiet location but super close to necessities a few minutes away as needed. Awesome hiking trails and swimming just up the road. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Eric & Alicia Hansen

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We have traveled extensively both in the US and abroad, and we always wanted to host other travelers, especially now that we live in such a gorgeous place as Western Massachusetts. We have family both in Massachusetts and in New Orleans, so we enjoy good food, entertainment, and family time. We want others to take advantage of the property we crafted specifically as a place to relax and spend time with family and friends.

Languages:

English, Italian

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