Modern comfort meets natural beauty – 6.5-acre retreat near UMass. Built in 2018, this 2,300 sq. ft. home blends sustainability and style just 7 miles from UMass Amherst. Set on 6.5 acres abutting Rattlesnake Gutter and conservation land, it offers direct access to hiking and biking trails. Energy-efficient features include an owned 4.2 kW solar system, passive solar heating, fiber optic internet, and a standing seam metal roof. The home boasts Pella windows and doors, Vermont Wide Plank red oak flooring, and concrete and mahogany kitchen countertops.The wet-room bath has a curbless dual shower and radiant heat. The lower level includes 2 bedrooms, a full bath, and a spacious bonus living room. Outdoor highlights: a 15' x 15' covered porch, deck with scenic views, detached 20' x 24' studio/barn, garden beds, rock walls, boulders, and an annual stream. Two cleared acres are enclosed with an invisible fence. A perfect retreat close to town!