Professional/family/pet-friendly; fiber-optics in the forest, minutes to highway

Lakefront lodge in New Salem with a fitness center

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Dining
Children's area
Terrace/patio
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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New Salem, MA
  • Place, Bear's Den
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Wyola State Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Massachusetts Amherst
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Worcester, MA (ORH-Worcester Regional)
    ‪74 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

New Salem

This lodge places you within a 15-minute drive of Quabbin Reservoir Watershed Reservation and Millers River. The guestroom includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Bear's Den - 8 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Lake Wyola State Park - 24 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Amherst College - 39 min drive - 22.7 miles
  • University of Massachusetts Amherst - 43 min drive - 21.4 miles
  • Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory - 52 min drive - 28.9 miles

Getting around

  • Amherst Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Honest Weight Artisan Beer - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Professional/family/pet-friendly; fiber-optics in the forest, minutes to highway

Complete with all the comforts & amenities of home, Stone N’ Sky Lodge is fully furnished & decorated with family heirlooms & fine art. Featuring a fully equipped kitchen, fiber optic internet/WIFI & a separate home office, the Lodge is located on a paved, dead-end road & surrounded by a wildlife sanctuary… yet minutes from town & interstate highways. Local attractions, festivals, farmstands, artisans, hiking, fishing, micro-brewed beers, ciders, good food & music are all to be discovered within minutes of this location.

The space:
Gorgeous, fully exposed post & beam modern home with old-time New England charm.
2600 sq ft of living area offers generous space for social gatherings as well as privacy. Accommodations include 3-5 bedrooms, 3 baths; a well-equipped kitchen with dining area & expandable dining table; living room w/ sectional couch; library with vaulted ceiling; sitting room/den with fold-out, full-size futon; fully screened-in porch w/ sun/moon-rise views; patio w/ gas grill & picnic table; and a large fire pit.
Other amenities include a washer & dryer; 2 TVs for DVD/VHS or streaming, premium fiber optic internet/WIFI, and excellent cellphone reception.
All linens, pillows, blankets, and towels are provided.
Pets with excellent house manners are always welcome but must be leashed outdoors to avoid wildlife confrontations.
The downstairs bedroom is equipped with a built-in desk & shelving/drawers for conversion to a separate home office.
Stone 'n Sky Lodge is privately located on a paved, maintained, dead-end road, adjacent to a 2700+ acre wildlife sanctuary. Wildlife sightings may include moose, bear, deer, fox, coyote, turkeys, and other animals, as well as fantastic birding opportunities.

**Please Note**
**Stone N' Sky Lodge has a deep well with excellent water that supplies the whole house. Please **Do Not Bring Bottled Water.**

For a broader scope of goods & services, we are located 30 minutes from Amherst, Greenfield, Fitchburg & 45 min. from Northampton, Leominster, Brattleboro, VT, & Keene, NH.

Guest access:
This is a whole house rental.

Other things to note:
This property is a unique "living museum", which is filled with original works of art and craft, both modern and antique. Each piece has a personal story. Most were made by family members or by dear friends; some long ago, some recent.
PLEASE be respectful and supervise/model/teach respect.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Music library
  • Playground
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this lodge?

This lodge is located in New Salem, close to Lake Wyola State Park. You'll also find Quabbin Reservoir Watershed Reservation and Millers River within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Professional/family/pet-friendly; fiber-optics in the forest, minutes to highway?

Yes, there is accessible parking and bicycle parking available.

Is this lodge next to a casino?

No, this lodge is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

Is Professional/family/pet-friendly; fiber-optics in the forest, minutes to highway a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside lodge include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a garden.

Does Professional/family/pet-friendly; fiber-optics in the forest, minutes to highway have a hot tub?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this lodge offer breakfast?

No, this lodge doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this lodge allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Professional/family/pet-friendly; fiber-optics in the forest, minutes to highway?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Professional/family/pet-friendly; fiber-optics in the forest, minutes to highway?

Yes, every guestroom at Professional/family/pet-friendly; fiber-optics in the forest, minutes to highway comes with a deck.