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Gorgeous Country Home,

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view from backyard
back deck
Tori garden
Stream and koi pond
another view from backyard

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

Explore the area

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297 Montague Rd, Shutesbury, MA, 01072
  • Lake Wyola State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • University of Massachusetts Amherst
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Amherst College
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Springfield, MA (CEF-Westover Metropolitan)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous Country Home,

With stunning, ever-changing views of perennial gardens and woodlands, this contemporary home is a serene zen influenced sanctuary located in a rural town in the 5 College area of W. Mass. Take advantage of the cultural, academic and social scenes and then return “home” to enjoy the comforts, recreation and beauty of this home. Nestled in a clearing in the woods off the main road, the house is extremely private and secluded, the grounds are beautiful and relaxing.
Our large, contemporary, home is a great place for family reunions, intimate gatherings or a romantic getaway. The spacious home can easily accommodate eight or more people yet is cozy and comfortable for just two. The kitchen features a professional gas stove, and lots of counters for food prep and entertaining. The spacious living-dining room has a modern wood stove, comfortable furniture and is fairly “child safe”. Huge thermal windows bring the outside in, making the interior bright and airy. The elevated main floor optimizes the views of the surrounding gardens and woods.

Four large bedrooms include a king size bed in the master bedroom and queen-size beds in the upstairs and finished basement rooms. The ground floor features an entertainment area with video, audio, piano and assorted instruments. There is even a pool table, as well as ping-pong. Comfortable couches encourage conversation and can double as beds if you have a large group.

The hot tub on the back deck has a view of the Japanese Tori garden and a Koi pond. Enjoy the natural sounds of the small waterfall that flows into the pond. Walk in the acres of woods that surround the house. The deck is a great place to eat and entertain.

There are many places to hike, bike, kayak, snowshoe and cross-country ski nearby. Located just 20 minutes from Amherst, 30 minutes from Greenfield and Northampton, and about an hour and a half from Bradley Airport. Nearby interstate highways and Rt 2 will get you to Boston and Albany within 2 hours.
WiFi equipped.

I'm sure you will enjoy Evergreen!

Property manager

John Broucek

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 21
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside
Please respect amenities and property by reading and following the Guide/Use Book

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
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 C0102402720

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shutesbury

Located in Shutesbury, this holiday home is in a rural area. Emily Dickinson Museum and Montague Bookmill are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Elements Hot Tub Spa and Amherst Farm Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Pratt Museum of Natural History and Richardson's Candy Kitchen. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Shutesbury, MA

What's nearby

  • Lake Wyola State Park - 10 min drive - 4.3 km
  • University of Massachusetts Amherst - 19 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Emily Dickinson Museum - 20 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Amherst College - 20 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Mullins Center - 24 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Amherst Station - 20 min drive
  • Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cushman Market & Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Shutesbury Athletic Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Deja Brew Cafe & Pub - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Quabbin Sky Vineyard - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪New Salem Preserves - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Country Home, pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

Where is Gorgeous Country Home, located?

This family-friendly Shutesbury holiday home is located in a rural location, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Lake Wyola State Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Puffers Pond South Beach and University of Massachusetts Amherst. Quabbin Reservoir Watershed Reservation and Connecticut River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 42 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom V.

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

Country Road Hideaway

Peaceful and serene large house on precious country property. Still close to Amherst and Northampton. Used the ping pong table. Enjoyed hot tub amid a light snowfall. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Great find for a the weekend

The accommodations were great. Perfect for our needs. You can tell the owner puts a lot of care into his yard/grounds. Easy communication with him and check in. There was a book that answered all questions. We had a group staying for the weekend. The only issue we all agreed upon was the refrigerator/freezer could have been cleaner.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Beautiful sanctuary

The home and gardens are amazing! I would definitely stay at Evergreen any time I’m in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Amazing Place!!!

Loved our time here. It’s a beautiful place and I can’t wait to come back soon.😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Joan S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Remote and not clean to my standards.

The home and the property are lovely. However locating the home was not easy and the drive to the home included over 2 miles of dirt road through a wooded area. The home seems to be someone’s actual home. There were many belongings visible there were dirty towels. Also the basement which is where one of the bedrooms is located has a musty smell preventing anyone from using it. We only stayed one night and the. Moved to a hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

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

Lovely place

A beautiful space off the beaten path. The host was great. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

amazing and beautiful secluded home

We stayed with friends and our kids (1 and 4) and found the property to be well-maintained, very clean, and beautiful. It was well-appointed with clean towels & linens, as well as having several clean bathrooms and a great kitchen w/ all major appliances. The wi-fi (was fast for us) may be needed as cell service is spotty in Shutesbury depending on the network. There is a land line in place as well as extiguishers and smoke detectors. There are a few child-proofing things we did to make it friendly for our kids (moving pretty statues/glass bowls, art etc) to higher locations out of reach, and keeping an eye on them in the back as there is a koi pond. I think this house is one we definitely would stay at again. I think a phone call with the owner a week before one's reservation would be helpful, in order to more efficiently explain the house rules/procedures, etc, but some could be said for any VRBO home of course. I like that the owner availed himself of us (we didn't meet in person but was readily available via cell phone/text). Thanks a lot John.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire T.

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

Transcendental

Stunning home with jaw dropping Zen Garden. It was beyond beautiful. I Secured this residence for my daughter’s wedding, for bride, her maids and myself. Then the second night for 7 out of town friends attending the ceremony. It was a perfectly appointed home with everything you could need. More importantly, the owner couldn’t have been more supportive regarding my concerns. The Zen vibe of the house and gardens, brought me back to my teen yrs when I was immersed into that Zen culture. Truly a magical place. Peaceful, spiritual and calm. Everything I needed as an anxious MOTB. Many thanks for the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith R.

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

Family attending wedding

Beautiful house and gardens. We all enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

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

Quiet, peaceful, and secluded

Loved the large garden, variety of birds and wildlife. Very spacious inside and out. The kids had a blast with the pool table and piano. If I’m ever in the area again, I would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany L.

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

Gorgeous relaxing getaway

I stayed here for new years with friends and we all loved Evergreen. I wish I could have seen the garden in season, because even in winter it was still beautiful and all the indoor plants made it feel like it was spring anyway. The kitchen and baths had everything we needed and the beds were very comfortable. The stars are highly visible and there's nothing better than relaxing in a hot tub looking at the crisp night sky. Thank you John!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine C., Boston, MA

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

Peaceful

Great private property with beautiful, peaceful surroundings. Plenty of kitchen amenities for gathering and eating. Would stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

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

Wonderful Oasis

We had a wonderful time at this property. The Zen garden is beautiful and the overall feel of the home is very peaceful. We took full advantage of the fire pit, hot tub, pool table and all the home had to offer. We were there for a mini UMass reunion and being only 20 minutes from the town and campus was great! Communication with the owner was super. Very responsive and helpful with any questions we had. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Great property to relax

Showcase home and gardens
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D., Brooklyn NY

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

Gorgeous getaway with warm welcome!

We loved every second staying at John's property. Our arrival came with a nice winter storm and John was so thoughtful to have the driveway plowed and garage open. So thoughtful. The home was clean and comfortable. We loved spending time in the well-equipped kitchen and living area. Would love to return in the spring to see the landscaping and enjoy the beauty of this property again. Our group had an excellent time. Thanks so much John!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Spacious home

This was a great Covid Christmas house with immunocompromised family because windows could be opened slightly while the wood burning stove burned wood. We did bring our own as owner did not have his for sale. It also had a fire pit for outside time when the weather was freezing. We loved being together and this home was near my sister, husband, and college age niece who visited each night. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had plenty of room and it was stocked with cooking items, even a salad spinner! I highly recommend this unique home.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Lesley M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding location - beautiful zen garden

Excellent getaway- with dogs in tow. Access to trails from the property. Great hot tub and magical tree lights as well as inspiring open views of the night sky. Pool table and table tennis for inclement weather. This place has it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allison B., Western Massachusetts

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

Spectacular garden

We had a lovely stay in John’s beautiful home. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amitha K.

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

Wonderful stay

Enjoyed the lovely garden, the koi pond, and of course the hot tub. There was always plenty to do even though we barely left the vacation house. Thank you for a lovely vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Peaceful

We enjoyed our stay. We loved looking through the books, playing chess and pool. The quick drive to the UMASS campus was perfect for visiting our student.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Maureen B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Retreat

Incredibly peaceful setting and lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nadine K., Chicopee

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

Everything at Evergreen

Mu husband and I rented this property for a long weekend with our family. It not only is an absolute beautifully kept home, but the outdoors is a complete zen garden oasis that makes you feel so calm and relaxed. The home itself is equipped with anything and everything you could need. John the owner was great with communication and with any questions we had. We highly recommend this property!

8/10 Good

Joanna W., Boston, USA

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

Great overall - issue with basement bedroom

We had a great time at the Evergreen home! The house and property are beautiful, and we loved the outside space (especially the hot tub + fire pit) and adjacent trails for leisurely strolls. We felt like we were the only people around for miles! Especially with great weather, there was plenty of space for people to spread out and be by themselves or socializing. Off the property, there is a lot of great hiking right near by! The kitchen is very well-equipped for serious cooks. We brought a few implements we weren't sure would be there, and could have left them all at home, because the kitchen had pretty much every tool we could have asked for (garlic press, mandoline, kitchen scale, etc.). We did have one challenge, which I'm sharing in case it's relevant for future travelers with asthma or other breathing issues - the basement bedroom has some semi-exposed duct work, and the dust particles triggered some in our party's asthma and allergies. Unfortunately, amongst our crew (3 couples, 1 single adult, 1 infant) 5 people had a reaction to that room, so no one could sleep in it without having breathing issues. John was very responsive, understanding, and as accommodating as possible given the circumstances, and adjusted our rate accordingly, but we did ultimately need to do some shuffling between the couch & an air mattress in the living room, and then a tent in the yard. Even with the bedroom challenge, we had a great time and would definitely go back - but we'd probably consider it a 3 bedroom unless we were with people with no allergies/asthma concerns. (I think it would be fine for most people without sensitivities, and it hasn't been a problem reported by other guests, but it did have an impact on our experience.)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Anthony F.

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

Secluded Spot

Very nice home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey A.

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

Great house

Relaxing and beautiful spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

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