Host to Amherst College, Hampshire College and the University of Massachusetts, Amherst is bubbling with culture, art, music, and theater. See a show at the UMass Fine Art Center or the Northampton Center for the Performing Arts, catch a live music performance at the Mullins Center, savor beautiful art in one of the many surrounding museums or just appreciate history in the Emily Dickinson Homestead.

A peaceful South Amherst setting, just minutes from Amherst and Hampshire Colleges, with a panoramic view of the area. We offer two rooms with comfortable beds and a hearty breakfast accompanied by classical music and candlelight. Hosts: retired college professor and semi-retired social worker. Open all year. Rates: $95.

Enjoy the relaxed hospitality of historic New England. The Horace Kellogg Homestead is a 179-year old, fully restored, farmhouse located in the heart of the historic Pioneer Valley. Guests can walk to Amherst College or travel just minutes by car to Hampshire, UMASS, Smith and Holyoke Colleges. Enjoy a gourmet breakfast before setting out for your day, or linger for a while on the sunny front porch. Rates: $85 - $105.

A beautifully restored 100 year old farmhouse two miles from Amherst center amidst a flower farm and beautiful gardens. The upstairs two bedroom suite and new downstairs one bedroom suite feature a private entrance, garden views and fresh flowers, sitting rooms with books, TV/VCR, wireless Internet, microwave and refrigerator. Winner of the Amherst Historical Preservation Award. Rates: $175 - $250.

Located within close proximity to the campus of U Mass Amherst. Walk three blocks to the campus and yet enjoy the peaceful setting by the meadow and stand of trees at the end of the road. A short drive to Amherst College, Hampshire, Mt. Holyoke, and Smith. The bedroom on the second floor is amended by a large sitting room with eclectic and antique furnishings. Your private suite is truly yours. Rate: $150.

Sunlit studio apartment with special ambiance. Private separate entrance, skylights, queen bed, beautiful views, full kitchen, refrigerator stocked with breakfast selections for convenience and flexibility for guests. Three miles to Amherst center, yet quiet and rural. Available for long term occupancy at adjusted rates. Rates: $120.

The Wilbur Homestead, built in 1880 for Anson Morse, Dean of Political Economy and History at Amherst College is an example of fine Queen Anne Victorian craftsmanship. Located just 3/10ths mile from the town Common on route 9 West. The Homestead is on the border of Amherst College and just one mile to UMass, four miles to Hampshire College. Rates: $95 - $160.

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