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The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature

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A serene garden with a swimming pool, wooden fence, and houses in the background.
A house with a brick chimney, a porch, and a grassy yard with two Adirondack chairs.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a small table, and a chair. There is a kitchen area in the background with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a blue cabinet.
A house with a chimney, a porch, and a lawn with a picnic table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Cummington, MA
  • Place, Westfield River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Chesterfield Gorge Reservation
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Chesterfield Gorge
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Cummington

Located in Cummington, this cottage is in a rural area. Bardwell's Ferry Bridge and Field Memorial Library are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Meadowcrest Golf Range and Look Memorial Park Tennis Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Cummington, MA

What's nearby

  • Westfield River - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Chesterfield Gorge Reservation - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Chesterfield Town Hall - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Chesterfield Gorge - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Swift River - 12 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Northampton Station - 35 min drive
  • Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Liston's Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Goldenrod Country Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Goldenrod Country Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Big Dipper Shops - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Panda Garden - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Clearing - Quiet - Close To Nature located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Westfield River and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Chesterfield Gorge Reservation. Chesterfield Gorge and Swift River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 235 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second visit here-lovely stand-alone cottage, glorious setting, everything we needed.Hope to visit it again.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and clean little cabin in an absolutely breathtaking setting. Very quiet but still within a quick drive of most amenities. Instructions were easy to follow for checking in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely love this place. It's our second time back, and just as wonderful and memorable as the first. The cabin is just perfect--love the kitchen, the porch, and the wood stove. It's such an idyllic spot and is a peaceful getaway. We love it and will certainly be back for a third visit! Thank you, John!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
For folks who enjoy beauty and solitude this is a perfectly appointed destination. We loved everything about the accommodations and our stay here. We are already planning our next trip. We almost resisted sharing the truth…it was perfect. Thank you John & Joyce.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time at The Clearing! The locatiion was so beautiful and our stay was the perfect retreat tucked away in Western Mass. We enjoyed swimming in the pool, reading in the sun room, and exploring the surrounding area. Will definitely be back if in the area again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Clearing is a wonderful oasis of peace & beauty. We always feel fortunate to spend time here.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful property. Wish we had more time to walk around and check out the areas. Pool was clear and cool. Just a beautiful area to relax and unwind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a perfect month long stay and yet we didn’t want to leave. The cottage was spacious, well appointed and charming. The pool delicious. The morning walk down the long beautiful driveway will be missed. John and Joyce were gracious hosts. We have already booked time next year.
Stayed 25 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very comfortable in this cozy house. Lots of room to sit and eat, and a nice bathroom and soaking tub/shower. It was rainy so we enjoyed the seeing the views from inside with steaming cups of tea. We found everything we needed in the kitchen for making breakfast before heading out to see family in the area each day. So quiet except for birdsong! A lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oh, what a charming New England county cabin. The wood stove just glowed for us in the evenings. I loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful stay at the Clearing! The scenery was incredibly peaceful and the space was exactly what we needed to unwind for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful location! So peaceful. We loved our stay at the Clearing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The clearing was an amazing cottage in the woods with amazing views. My family enjoyed the beautiful grounds and the unique ambiance it had to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding! Perfect for what we were looking for!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful and well maintained.The home where we stayed was perfect and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful stay at John's place. Was very beautiful, quiet and just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, breathtaking view. The cottage is lovely with great care taken in architectural design. The hosts are charming. A wonderful restful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful getaway

Wonderful getaway, lovely hosts, great location, overall a fabulous place to relax and recharge.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful spot!

Lovely cottage, great proprietors.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were kind, helpful, and communicative. The pictures do not do this property justice - We were out there with the birds, the snow, and the wind. It was a rejuvenating and beautiful stay, can't wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical location

Amazing views, lovely cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect little home for my husband and I to stay for a few days while we visited the area. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

We love staying here. Our 3rd yearly visit. Very clean, very relaxing, quiet, just perfect each time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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