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Hill Ross Stables Historic Homestead
Holiday home in Florence with a fitness centre
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 52900 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Northampton, MA
- Place, Look Memorial Park19 min walk
- Place, Look Memorial Park Tennis Center2 min drive
- Place, Cooley Dickinson Hospital3 min drive
- Airport, Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Hill Ross Stables Historic Homestead
Discover this rustic 2-bedroom gem at The Hill-Ross Homestead. This historic charming barn features 1 king bed, 1 full bed, and 1 bunk bed, perfect for a cozy stay. With heating, AC, and a smart TV provided, guests will feel right at home. This historic post and beam with lovely decor make this space truly amazing. Our place will help you feel at home while you're traveling in Northampton.
Hill Ross Homestead houses 3 residential units and 2 workshops. As there are other tenants who share this 2+ acre property and we ask all our guests to be courteous of one another while enjoying its peaceful, park-like setting along the Mill River.
The Historic Hill-Ross Farm is listed on the National Historic Registry for being a stop along the Underground Railroad, along with other attributes.
Hill-Ross Homestead features a 19th-century farmhouse (circa 1820)- the home for two important figures in the abolitionist movement, Samuel Lapham Hill and Austin Ross. Samuel Hill purchased the farm in 1841 from the Northampton Silk Company. In 1842, Hill and others founded the Northampton Association of Education and Industry, an organization with strong abolitionist views. The Association chose to locate in the Broughton’s Meadow (now Florence) section of Northampton due to the community’s thriving silk industry. Free laborers, rather than enslaved workers, produced silk, increasing the industry’s popularity among abolitionists. The Association’s property, including the Hill-Ross Farm, provided a store, school, common eating area and living space for its members. Because of the strong presence of the Association and silk manufacturers, Northampton became a haven for African Americans and abolitionists. Northampton proper often served as a stop for fugitive slaves traveling to Canada, and Association members encouraged fugitives’ permanent settlement.
Hill Ross Homestead houses 3 residential units and 2 workshops. As there are other tenants who share this 2+ acre property and we ask all our guests to be courteous of one another while enjoying its peaceful, park-like setting along the Mill River.
The Historic Hill-Ross Farm is listed on the National Historic Registry for being a stop along the Underground Railroad, along with other attributes.
Hill-Ross Homestead features a 19th-century farmhouse (circa 1820)- the home for two important figures in the abolitionist movement, Samuel Lapham Hill and Austin Ross. Samuel Hill purchased the farm in 1841 from the Northampton Silk Company. In 1842, Hill and others founded the Northampton Association of Education and Industry, an organization with strong abolitionist views. The Association chose to locate in the Broughton’s Meadow (now Florence) section of Northampton due to the community’s thriving silk industry. Free laborers, rather than enslaved workers, produced silk, increasing the industry’s popularity among abolitionists. The Association’s property, including the Hill-Ross Farm, provided a store, school, common eating area and living space for its members. Because of the strong presence of the Association and silk manufacturers, Northampton became a haven for African Americans and abolitionists. Northampton proper often served as a stop for fugitive slaves traveling to Canada, and Association members encouraged fugitives’ permanent settlement.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Collect all dirty towels and put in shower stall
Move furniture back in original locations
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0554542140
About the area
Florence
Florence is home to this holiday home. Connecticut River Greenway State Park and Mount Tom State Reservation reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lyman Conservatory and Spare Time Bowling. Nash's Dinosaur Track Quarry and Holyoke Heritage State Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
Northampton, MA
What's nearby
- Look Memorial Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Look Memorial Park Tennis Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Congregation Beth Israel - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Cooley Dickinson Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- Smith College - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cumberland Farms - 12 min walk
- Starbucks - 5 min drive
- Burger King - 5 min drive
- D'Angelo Grilled Sandwiches - 5 min drive
- Hot Head Burritos - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Communication
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About the host
Hosted by Jacqueline G Leighton
We’re key holders of historic rental properties in the Pioneer Valley. Our family so enjoys staying in beautiful, detailed, one-of-a-kind homes that gifts a treasurable experience. We hope our guests will gain as much pleasure as we do from our curated spaces.
Why they chose this property
Located right outside of downtown Florence- Hill-Ross Homestead gets all the pleasure of being a part of a local vibrant community but we enjoy a peaceful park-like setting along the Mill River.
What makes this property unique
The Historic Hill-Ross Homestead is a multi residential property comprising of 3 antique houses and 2 barns. We ask all our guests to be courteous of one another while enjoying its peaceful, park-like setting along the Mill River.
Listed on the National Historic Registry for being a stop along the Underground Railroad, along with other attributes.
Hill-Ross Homestead features a 19th-century farmhouse (circa 1820)- the home for two important figures in the abolitionist movement, Samuel Lapham Hill and Austin Ross. Samuel Hill purchased the farm in 1841 from the Northampton Silk Company. In 1842, Hill and others founded the Northampton Association of Education and Industry, an organization with strong abolitionist views. The Association chose to locate in the Broughton’s Meadow (now Florence) section of Northampton due to the community’s thriving silk industry. Free laborers, rather than enslaved workers, produced silk, increasing the industry’s popularity among abolitionists. The Association’s property, including the Hill-Ross Farm, provided a store, school, common eating area and living space for its members. Because of the strong presence of the Association and silk manufacturers, Northampton became a haven for African Americans and abolitionists. Northampton proper often served as a stop for fugitive slaves traveling to Canada, and Association members encouraged fugitives’ permanent settlement.
Listed on the National Historic Registry for being a stop along the Underground Railroad, along with other attributes.
Hill-Ross Homestead features a 19th-century farmhouse (circa 1820)- the home for two important figures in the abolitionist movement, Samuel Lapham Hill and Austin Ross. Samuel Hill purchased the farm in 1841 from the Northampton Silk Company. In 1842, Hill and others founded the Northampton Association of Education and Industry, an organization with strong abolitionist views. The Association chose to locate in the Broughton’s Meadow (now Florence) section of Northampton due to the community’s thriving silk industry. Free laborers, rather than enslaved workers, produced silk, increasing the industry’s popularity among abolitionists. The Association’s property, including the Hill-Ross Farm, provided a store, school, common eating area and living space for its members. Because of the strong presence of the Association and silk manufacturers, Northampton became a haven for African Americans and abolitionists. Northampton proper often served as a stop for fugitive slaves traveling to Canada, and Association members encouraged fugitives’ permanent settlement.
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