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Large relaxing house in 25 acres of private woods with lake access.

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A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a vase with sunflowers, and a stone wall with a fireplace.
A dirt path leading through a forested area with a map inset indicating a trail and a dirt road.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a view of a balcony with a railing.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a window, and a lamp.
A living room with a wooden floor, a white sofa, a blue chair, a wooden table, and a colorful alphabet rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Spencer, MA
  • Place, Buck Hill Conservation Dam
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Moore State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Saint Joseph's Abbey
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Worcester, MA (ORH-Worcester Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 (Yellow Room)

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2 (Purple)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 (Blue)

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4 Lower

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom Upper

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Shower Room Lower

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Toilet Room Lower

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Large relaxing house in 25 acres of private woods with lake access.

Spend a slow summer day walking the trails in the private forest, playing in the lake, and sipping ice tea on the deck. Or snowshoe for miles on the nearby trails and return to a warm fire and cocoa.
The house is not ADA compliant, but is designed to be friendly to guests with limited mobility. There is a first floor bedroom with a full size bed, near a bathroom with a low lipped shower with an integral marble bench.
The house is not directly on the lake. To access the lake you walk about 15 minutes on a forest path.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
There is an event fee of $300.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No firearms are allowed on the property. (Locked in a safe in your car is ok.)
Fires only in the provided wood stoves and fire rings. Use the provided wood, do not cut down trees.
Do NOT ever leave food or garbage outside unattended. There is a family of bears living here. If they become too friendly they will get shot.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0387702800
Property # 2716834vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: There is an event fee of $300.
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

About the area

Spencer

Located in Spencer, this holiday home is on a lake. Spooner Well and Union Station are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Buck Hill Conservation Dam and The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts. Travelling with kids? Consider Prior Center for Performing Arts, or check out an event or a game at DCU Center. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Spencer, MA

What's nearby

  • Buck Hill Conservation Dam - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Moore State Park - 12 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Saint Joseph's Abbey - 13 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Wells State Park - 18 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Clark University - 25 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Worcester Station - 26 min drive
  • Worcester, MA (ORH-Worcester Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Das Liquor Barn ( Du Hast) - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large relaxing house in 25 acres of private woods with lake access. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Large relaxing house in 25 acres of private woods with lake access.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Large relaxing house in 25 acres of private woods with lake access.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large relaxing house in 25 acres of private woods with lake access.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large relaxing house in 25 acres of private woods with lake access. located?

This family-friendly Spencer holiday home is located on a lake, 2.5 mi (4 km) from Buck Hill Conservation Dam, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Moore State Park and Saint Joseph's Abbey. John J. Binienda Memorial Beach and Rutland State Park 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. 27 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and we had a great family weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was AMAZING! The property is absolutely stunning! And Jim [the host] is the absolute best host we've ever experienced!!! We hosted our very small family wedding here, and we couldn't be more happy with how it turned out!
Backyard ceremony.
Backyard ceremony.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to be with 5 grandchildren and their 4 parents. Space enough to hang out inside, and a nice rural location with shopping very close by. Lots of dishware available and supplies to make cooking there easy. We were cautious about venturing into the fields because of the tick situation, but I think if people stick to the paths to the lake they should be ok. All in all 95% positive!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at this property has never disappointed us. It's lovely all the way around from cleanliness to location and everything in between. We are looking forward to returning next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wesley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and cumpfy beds and couches. We had a hreat time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew R.

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

Great Getaway

Great private location. Everything we expected and enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

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

Nice clean house

Had to sleep a group for the weekend and we were all very pleasantly surprised with how nice this house is. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tarik B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here and the house far seeded my expectations with the kitchen facility size and organization being the highlight.I also appreciated the host put a lot of thought into labeling everything and providing useful information about the house and property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

Great stay

Great stay, comfortable and spacious We loved the cooks dream kitchen We enjoyed the fire pit the first night And apologies for neighbors concerns We would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Great location and property!

Overall stay was great. Owner was very accommodating, great location close to grocery stores and restaurants, property was private and well kept. It was a great choice to celebrate a graduation, birthday and a family vacation over a weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2024
Glad you enjoyed the stay with your large family group. Next time maybe the weather will be better.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

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

Family Graduation Weekend

Our family enjoyed our stay for our family gathering. Plenty of room to enjoy each others company and enjoy meals together.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay, we'd be happy to have you back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna C.

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

Weekend in Spencer

We had a great stay at this house! It was clean, comfortable and in a beautiful location. Check in and check out was easy and the host was great. We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Family getaway

Great. Kitchen was stocked with all kinds of gadgets- which was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

5 Star Experience

Had a great time staying in Spencer! The home was very clean and had everything we needed. Beautiful trip in the Fall!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth H.

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

Great country getaway

Excellent home in the woods. All as advertised, my family and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Communication with the owner was excellent. 10/10, we’ll be back next time we’re in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew R.

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

Great House

Property was just as advertised online. Very clean and well kept. Lake access is fantastic. Communication from, and with host was exceptional. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike B.

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

Graduation

Enjoyed our stay. My youngest daughter was graduating from school. So, our Arizona family traveled to Spencer where she lives and commutes to school in Boston. Nice set up for big groups who need individual space for families.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2025
Glad you enjoyed the stay. It doesn't always rain here, really the sun is shining right now. I think your family is the first to find all of the toy boxes and play with the whole set of kid amusements.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Spencer weekend

Beautiful house that allowed everyone to feel comfortable including our 4 year old and two year old grandsons. Everyone slept extremely well and soundly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2024
Glad you and the little ones enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

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

Nice for Family Gather

This was a nice place for my family to gather. Plenty of room for us to all be inside and plenty of space outside for the young ones to run around. Very nice kitchen and bathrooms. Clean and comfortable. Beds were comfortable, but the bedding could use a bit of an upgrade. Over all a nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EL P.

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

Awesome getaway location

Beautiful house and backyard. Great location if you are into kayaking and canoeing. The walk to the lake isn't that far- maybe a 7 minute hike. Would recommend 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dmitry F.

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

Great place

Very nice house. Everything is brand new, clean and thought through. There are even phone charging cords in the bedroom. Maybe not a big deal but what a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S P.

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

Disc Golf Weekend

We stayed at Jim's property during a weekend of disc golf at Maple Hill. Jim was very accommodating ahead of our trip and the property was clean and tidy upon arrival. If you are planning a trip to play Maple Hill and surrounding courses this property is the place to stay. Close proximity to a number of courses. We will certainly be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francine R.

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

Weekend stay in Spencer, MA

My friends and I were thrilled with this home in Spencer. It was obvious that Jim, our host, and his family put a lot thought and work into making it feel welcoming and comfortable. We very much appreciated its cleanliness, spaciousness and the way everything was labeled to facilitate finding items that we might need in the kitchen and other areas. It was truly wonderful and we look forward to returning next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TomNHeather D.

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

Spencer Country Inn Wedding

Jim’s home was the perfect resting place & backdrop to my eldest sons wedding! The home provided space for all my immediate family members who traveled from Hawaii, Oregon, Florida, Vermont & New Hampshire. It’s was a quiet and peaceful retreat from all the hustle & bustle of a larger than life wedding weekend. The home has a large and well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and beautiful surroundings! We would def stay here again—thank you Jim for sharing this wonderful space with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jim Hansen

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What makes this property unique

As posted, no firearms are allowed on this property.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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