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Historic Home w/ Modern Updates on < 4 Acres

Entire home in Royalston, MA

8 guests·4 bedrooms·2 bathrooms
5.0 · 1 review

Property details

Looking to be transported through time while enjoying the comfort of contemporary amenities? This colonial-style 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental is for you! Originally built in 1790 as a tavern and stagecoach stop, the home features decorative brick fireplaces, stunning wide-plank wood floors, and exposed beams. Enjoy the lush surroundings while you dine al fresco on the deck or walk through the wooded property. Journey less than a mile to kayak on Tully Lake or hike to Doane’s Falls.

The space
MassTaxConnect ID C0383882550 | Outdoor Firepit | Wood-Burning Stove (Wood Provided) | Pot Filler Faucet

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Twin Beds

OUTDOOR LIVING: 3.5-acre wooded property, furnished deck, gas grill, hiking trails
INDOOR LIVING: Decorative fireplaces, pellet stove (pellets provided), formal dining table, Smart TV w/ streaming apps & cable, piano, renovated downstairs bathroom
KITCHEN: Blender, coffee maker & grinder, Crockpot, toaster oven, updated dishwasher, kitchen knives, spices, updated lighting
GENERAL: Free WiFi, ceiling fans, washer & dryer, hair dryers, keyless entry, mini split A/C & heating units
FAQ: Steps to access, all bedrooms on the 2nd floor, unfenced brook, pet fee (paid pre-trip, dogs only, no cats)
PARKING: Garage (1 vehicle), 2-lane driveway (4 vehicles), additional lawn parking (2 vehicles), RV/trailer parking allowed on-site

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property via keyless entry

Other things to note
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, no cats)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- The home is on a septic system and only toilet paper and human waste can be flushed (no feminine hygiene products, facial wipes, etc)
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property does have cell phone service but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area. Please check with your provider to confirm your cell service quality.
- NOTE: The home requires steps to enter. All bedrooms are located on the 2nd floor
- NOTE: This property may not be suitable for children due to an unenclosed brook with a steep drop-off next to the driveway. At certain times of the year, the brook creates a small pond that is unfenced. Adult supervision is recommended when accessing the wooded area around the home
- NOTE: Per the town of Royalston, no outdoor burning (including fire pits) is allowed on red flag days. It is also recommended to call the fire department before using the large firepit to tell them you are having a 'cooking fire'
- NOTE: The fireplaces in the home are all decorative only; they are not available for guest use. There is a working wood-burning stove, and wood is provided

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 king Bed

Bedroom 2

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 queen Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Central air conditioning

    Central air conditioning

  • Central heating

    Central heating

  • Pets allowed

    Pets allowed

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wood-burning stove

    Wood-burning stove

Guest reviews

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Vanessa

Really good experience

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June 2023

Stayed at the house with my in-laws, and everyone thought the house was fabulous. Tons of space for five adults and a four year old. Really well stocked kitchen and cozy living spaces. We'd love to stay there again!

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 3:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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