MAGICAL GETAWAY ON AN ALPACA FARM

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"Good Morning! May I have an apple please?"
(front door into Owl's Nest)

The Owl's Nest, the garden apartment, is through the gate.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

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Conway, MA

Bridge of Flowers
‪9 min drive‬
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory
‪23 min drive‬
Deerfield Academy
‪28 min drive‬
Springfield, MA (CEF-Westover Metropolitan)
‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Charming one-bedroom apartment on an alpaca farm! Guests are greeted every morning by two alpacas, Peanut and Sebastian, who will come to your kitchen door, hoping to be fed an apple. The ground level garden apartment features a large eat-in kitchen, sitting room, cozy study 'nook', bathroom (with laundry facilities) and a separate entrance. High-speed internet and Wi-Fi are available. Beautiful views of the hills from the kitchen, peaceful and quiet.

Whether attending a graduation at one of the area's five colleges or many private schools or simply seeking some quiet time from a hurried existence, a stay at the Owl's Nest will make your visit a memorable one. Visits to West County in the early spring for pancakes and our legendary maple syrup, river rafting and zip line tours in the Summer, Fall festivals in October and Wintertime skiing at the nearby Berkshire East ski slopes are a few other reasons to come our way.

Because we have alpacas and our own wonderful dogs, Daisy (a Leonberger) and Eli, a rescue Gt. Pyrenees, we do not allow other animals on the property. We hope, however, that you will enjoy ours!

There is a no smoking policy on the premises. One will want to breathe in the fresh, pure air of this delightful setting and enjoy observing the stars in a perfect black sky at night.

We are 4 miles from Shelburne Falls, a charming town with galleries and very good restaurants and 25 minutes from Northampton, home of Smith College. Amherst is about 40 minutes away.

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Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Extra guest fee is $100

Guests need to have been fully vaccinated before coming..

Parties are not allowed and guests are not allowed to bring other people into the apartment unless agreed to by the owner ahead of time.

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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

Long-term renters welcome

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

Property Registration Number C0168640680

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Conway

Located in Conway, this apartment is in a rural area. Catamount State Forest and Catamount Wildlife Management Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lamson and Goodnow and Shelburne Falls Bowling Alley. Bald Mountain Pottery and Land of Providence are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Conway, MA

What's nearby

Bridge of Flowers - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
Salmon Falls - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
Deerfield River - 20 min drive - 14.4 km
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory - 23 min drive - 19.7 km
Deerfield Academy - 28 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

Greenfield Station - 25 min drive
Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬22 min drive
‪Friendly's - ‬22 min drive
‪Ashfield Lakehouse - ‬18 min drive
‪Ninety Nine Restaurant - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is MAGICAL GETAWAY ON AN ALPACA FARM pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at MAGICAL GETAWAY ON AN ALPACA FARM?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MAGICAL GETAWAY ON AN ALPACA FARM?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is MAGICAL GETAWAY ON AN ALPACA FARM located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Ashfield Plain Cemetery and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Howland Cemetery. Lamson and Goodnow and Salmon Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Elaina G.

1 April 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dinah B.

11 February 2025

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

Wintry Alpaca Wonderland

I had such a lovely stay at the Owl's Nest! My short visit was also the visit of some real wintry weather, and Caroline stayed in close touch with me to ensure a safe arrival and cozy stay. Her incredibly warm welcome and country hospitality were terrific, and starting each morning with the dogs and alpacas was a country dream. I'll be going back for sure!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

4 January 2025

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

Best Way to Spend New Year's Eve! Or Any Eve, Really!

5-Star Review for Caroline’s VRBO!!!My friend and I had the pleasure of spending a peaceful retreat at Caroline’s charming space over the course of a few days (which included New Year’s Eve), and it was truly a magical experience. Each morning we were greeted by Peanut and Sebastian (Caroline's alpacas) just outside our front door—a unique touch that made our stay unforgettable.Caroline’s home is the epitome of rustic coziness. The wood stove kept us warm and comfortable, while the well-equipped kitchen, complete with cast iron pans, allowed us to prepare delicious meals.In addition to the alpacas, we got to meet the rest of Caroline’s wonderful animal family, including her sweet pups Daisy and Eli, and her cat, Pumpkin. As animal lovers, this was an absolute joy.Caroline herself is a remarkable host—welcoming, attentive, and incredibly kind. Her warm personality made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. For anyone seeking a serene getaway surrounded by nature and lovely animals, I wholeheartedly recommend staying at Caroline’s. It’s a haven of tranquility, and I can’t wait to return with more friends and family!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph S.

2 November 2024

Liked: Communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Conway alpaca farm

Lovely location and friendly, warm host. Enjoyed feeding her alpacas and talking with Caroline. She worked hard to accommodate us in every way.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian S.

17 October 2024

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

Amazing Stay!

Caroline was an amazing host. She went out of her way to make us feel accommodated and comfortable. The place is lovely, quiet, and clean. Her alpacas, Sebastian and Peanut, were a huge bonus in our stay and are both adorable and very friendly. Would highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

2 September 2024

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

Home away from home

What a beautiful, quite place to spend the weekend! With plenty of activities and places to eat!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katheryn W.

28 October 2023

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

Staying during Smith College Family Weekend

My family stayed during Smith College’s family weekend. Caroline was a great host.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harriet M.

25 October 2023

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

Perfect country retreat

Caroline was incredibly nice and great to talk to, and the alpacas were wonderful. The place was beautifully equipped and comfortable, and a perfect spot for two old friends to catch up with wine and food and nonstop conversation in front of the fire. It feels far from civilization but is actually quite close to Shelburne Falls.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

16 July 2023

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

Hits the mark

My teens and I stayed at Caroline’s for 4 nights and we really enjoyed the coolness of the lower level even with mid-summer heat outside. Charmingly appointed. Lots of wildlife nearby, and the alpaca are fun to feed.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra W.

16 October 2022

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

Fall Foliage Getaway

Great country hideaway. A different and wonderful experience to meet and feed the pet alpacas. The gorgeous dog Daisy, big as a pony, gentle as a bunny. Such a sweetie. The area is very historical and was beautiful this time of year

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

7 July 2022

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

Tranquil setting

Greeted in AM with friendly alpacas waiting for their slices of apples. Whole apt well equipped for a long stay. Hostess friendly, helpful and conscientious. Loved our stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

17 October 2021

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

Charming apartment in woodsy area

I loved the rustic charm, woodsy area, proximity to UMass and beautiful Shelburne Falls. Comfortable and relaxing. I loved feeding the alpacas Peanut and Sebastien apples in the morning. Daisy (dog) was also super sweet. Great view of the stars also.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F., Wilmingon, DE

16 October 2021

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

A very pleasant stay!

The owner, Caroline, was very welcoming and always immediately responsive to any of my emails. She was a gracious hostess, helping us to know what was available in the area. The pictures really didn't do the place justice. The apartment was adorable and had such fun personality. Everything we needed was there. The setting was beautiful. Sitting outside, all you could here was nature. A lovely opportunity to relax and reset. And then there were Sebastian and Peanut, the alpacas. They visited regularly, charmed us into feeding them apples and were super fun. We would definitely make a return visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

9 July 2021

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

Visit in June

We enjoyed our visit to Conway. The animals were lovely and the owner kindly provided fruit to feed them and made sure that we had interactions with the alpacas. The rental unit is downstairs and could use a thorough cleaning and was musty after months of disuse due to Covid. The area has lots of wonderful towns to visit and the rental is located in a quiet location.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

6 June 2021

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

Enjoyable and interesting retreat

This place has a lot of personality. Caroline was a friendly and accomodating host. Meeting and feeding her two alpacas (Sebastian and Peanut) and her dog (Daisy) were a highlight of the trip. The apartment featured comfortable and attractive furnishings and decorations. The location, about a half hour from Northampton and 10 minutes from Shelburne Falls, makes this a great base for day outings in the area.

10/10 Excellent

Dan W., MA, USA

15 May 2021

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

Peanut, Sebastian, and Daisy were awesome!

We needed to stay a few nights near UMass for graduation, saw "alpacas" and was hooked. Caroline is great and hand excellent suggestions for places to eat and visit and directions to campus. The animals were fantastic and we loved spending time with them.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn D.

18 October 2019

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

A special place

What a lovely place. So cozy, so well equipped, so delightful. We enjoyed every moment of our stay. Beethoven and Sebastian were perfect gentlemen and wonderful ambassadors. It was great to have a full kitchen, and everything worked perfectly. Caroline was a terrific host, helpful with suggestions about the area and solicitous of our experience at Owl’s Nest. Really a wonderful time.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Julia B.

24 August 2019

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

Friendly alpacas, beautiful setting, welcoming hostess.

We enjoyed our stay at Caroline's basement-level Owl's Nest very much. Getting woken up by hungry, inquisitive alpacas every morning was absolutely delightful! The house is situated in a lovely part of the state that was an excellent home base for adventures. Many thanks for the hospitality!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Laurel G.

8 July 2019

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

Great for a weekend away!

Caroline’s place is great for a weekend away in the country. She’s welcoming and friendly and and the alpacas are such special creatures to wake up to!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew N., Indianapolis

21 May 2019

A Relaxing Weekend in the Berkshires!

Thank you to Caroline, Gabriel, Sebastian and Beethoven for providing us with a relaxing weekend in a beautiful setting. Caroline is great host and made sure that we had everything that we needed for our stay. Her place is so cozy and makes a great base from which to explore the area. The beautiful town of Shelburne Falls is close by and sightseeing around NW Massachusetts and even into Vermont is easy from her location. Then there are Gabriel, Sebastian and Beethoven! Gabriel is so stately as watches over everything. And the morning visits from Sebastian and Beethoven for their apple treats is just something that we'll always remember. Our only regret is that we couldn't spend more time here. We're already planning a return trip!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

29 November 2018

Alpacas! Wonderful host! The best vaca!

This was the best Thanksgiving we've had in years! We chose Caroline's rustic little cabin based on 'Alpacas coming to the kitchen door to be fed apples.' It was truly a special place! The Alpacas did come right to the kitchen door to be fed treats, we discovered Beethoven the caramel alpaca looved sliced bananas! We have so many great pictures and videos of the alpacas, Leo the kitty and Gabriel the gorgeous and friendly Pyrennes. Caroline was so helpful with things to do, places to go, with a sharp sense of humor and such kindness. She made sure our wood burning stove had a roaring fire each day when we got home from being out and about. She also taught our daughter how to spin wool from her own alpacas with way more patience than even I would have had. We were as sad to leave her as we were to leave this bucolic little spot. We were able to take the Alpacas on a walks, cut down our own Christmas tree, find the best diary/orchard for the most amazing egg nog, maple candy, and apples- all with Caroline! She helped us to create so many wonderful holiday memories, this was definitely the best place we have ever stayed at! The area is absolutely gorgeous, with rolling hills, forests, old covered bridges, waterfalls. This area is also the best for antiques (which we love), with diamond in the rough stores such as Country Things in Charlemane, Yesterday's Antiques in Deerfield, Jan & John Maggs Antiques in Conway. Everyone was so kind and genuine. The whole experience was absolutely wonderful and we dream of going back again in the Spring! Until then we will miss Caroline and her furry family!

10/10 Excellent

Terry O.

17 September 2018

Wonderful cottage experience in th eBerkshires.

The owner is a wonderful person who will let you go on your own or give oyu local suggestions if you like. We would love to return.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

26 November 2017

Lovely getaway in the country!

Caroline was such a sweet host and a great resource for recommendations in the area! The place was charming with a cozy wood burning stove that helped keep us warm over Thanksgiving weekend. Meeting the alpacas was a real treat for us city kids! We really got a kick out of saying hello to them each morning. And we can't forget Gabriel, the sweetest giant fluffy dog!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sara D., Somerville, MA

11 August 2017

Beautiful and welcoming country house!

What an amazing time we had! The hostess is so incredibly sweet, and she'll let you help feed the alpacas and walk them, which adds so much to the experience, especially if you're from the city like us and don't usually get to experience that sort of thing. The alpacas and the big dog are all so sweet! The little apartment is so quaint and whimsical, exactly what you'd want from a country vacation! I can't wait to go back!!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

2 June 2015

quiet serenity

We had a lovely stay this past Memorial Day weekend. Since it started off chilly, Caroline had the wood stove going when we arrived. Her property is lovely, rustic, serene and restful. I loved the fact that there is no TV. Each morning we were greeted by the alpacas and her large friendly dog. It was an idyllic experience. I wish we could have stayed forever!

About the host

Your host

I am both a therapist and an artist. Originally a sculptor, I have expanded my creative interests to include spinning my alpacas' fleece and knitting warm and lovely hats. The environment is nurturing and peaceful here, and whoever stays at the Owl's Nest will experience a slower pace of life, combined with the joy of interacting with animals.

Why they chose this property

Visitors almost always comment about 'how quiet' it is at the Owl's Nest. While it feels isolated, it is also within an easy driving distance to several dynamic and fun towns where there is much to entertain one. Guests especially enjoy going to the town of Shelburne Falls, only 4 miles away, where there are numerous restaurants, galleries and when open, the Bridge of Flowers. Northampton, a vibrant college town, is 25 minutes away and offers great restaurants. Amherst, another great college town, is only 35 minutes away, and has much to offer all year round.

What makes this property unique

A stay at the Owl's Nest will help a visitor remember the simpler delights of life and connect one with the joy of animals. There is nothing finer (or funnier!) than watching an alpaca come to your door (when called, of course!) ready to eat his morning apple. It is equally entertaining to observe the interactions between a large and "gentle giant" Leonberger who also comes to receive a treat because she wants to do what her alpaca "brothers" do!

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