Greenfield is a compact, walkable River Valley town with a lively downtown of cafés, breweries, a year‑round farmers’ market and arts scene, plus easy access to outdoor recreation (Deerfield River paddling, Mohawk Trail hiking) — ideal for multi‑week stays where you want both everyday conveniences and weekend adventure.
Within a short drive you have Springfield (about 30–35 miles) for larger hospitals, shopping and cultural venues, and the nearby college towns of Northampton/Amherst (≈15–25 miles) for restaurants, live music and galleries.