Rental Properties FAQ

Who may stay in college visitor housing?

Rooms may be booked for guest scholars, artists, performers or other visitors related to the curriculum or functioning of the College. No personal use of Lincoln House will be allowed and no pets are allowed.

Room are for single occupancy use only.
Guests must be 18 years of age or older.
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Who may request room reservations?

Lincoln House reservations are made, when available, based on the request of an Amherst College sponsoring department representative, not by the individual guest. Back to top

What rooms are available?

4 single occupancy private bedrooms and shared communal spaces such as a kitchen, living room, study and 2 full bathrooms. Back to top

How long may individuals stay?

1 night stay or up to 1 academic year.  Please note, Lincoln House is not intended for a consistent one night stay each week for over a month period. Back to top

What is the cost?

$90/night
$360/week
$750/month

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How is payment made?

Payment is made by an internal charge from the hosting department or by check or online payment from the individual staying. If paying by check or online payment, payment must be sent prior to your arrival date. 

If paying by online payment please follow this link: General Payment Link. If paying by check, please make checks payable to "Trustees of Amherst College" and mail it to: Rental Housing Department; 212 Northampton Rd; Amherst, MA 01002. A one-week cancellation notification is required for a refund.  Back to top

How are reservations made?

To make a reservation fill out the Lincoln House Reservation Form with all required information. Your reservation request will be processed by the Rental Housing Office staff and checked against our availability. Watch your email inbox for a response to your request with more information.

In the event of conflicting requests, preference will be given to the department that has used the facilities for fewer dates in the past.
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What services are provided?

The visitor is responsible for daily cleaning and final cleaning before leaving. The College will provide limited and reasonable cleaning services only at the time of turnover after extended stays. The College also provides fresh sheets, blankets, pillows and towels for guests arrival.
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Where and when are keys picked up and returned?

Keys are picked up and returned at the dispatch desk of the Campus Police office. Standard check-in time is 2 p.m. Standard check-out is 11am. Any special requests for different check-in or check-out times, or for an individual other than the guest to pick up the key must be noted in the reservation form. Back to top

What if an occupant damages a room or leaves it in such an unkempt state that intensive cleaning or maintenance is required?

The department sponsoring and paying for the stay will be charged for the cleaning/repair on a time and materials basis. Such damage repair will be charged to their department account. Similarly, departments will be charged for re-keying rooms for guests who do not return keys. Back to top