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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Rare Find in Boston's Hippest Neighborhood

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

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Boston, MA
  • Popular LocationNortheastern University5 min drive
  • Popular LocationBrigham and Women's Hospital5 min drive
  • Popular LocationFenway Park7 min drive
  • AirportBoston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)26 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 10
204 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bedroom 4
    1 king bed
Common area
    3 sleep sofas/futons
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bathtub
Bathroom 2
    Shower
    Bathtub
Bathroom 3
    No shower or bathtub

Room options

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About the area

Boston

Jamaica Plain stay.Your stay at this Jamaica Plain vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Northeastern University and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Boston Museum of Fine Arts and Franklin Park Zoo are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Northeastern University - 5 min drive
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital - 5 min drive
  • Boston Museum of Fine Arts - 5 min drive
  • Children's Hospital Boston - 6 min drive
  • Fenway Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Green Street Station - 8 min walk
  • Boston Forest Hills Station - 11 min walk
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Brassica Kitchen & Cafe - 12 min walk
  • Ruggiero's Market - 10 min walk
  • J.P. Licks - 11 min walk
  • Dunkin' - 10 min walk
  • Sweet Rice - 10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rare Find in Boston's Hippest Neighborhood

This is truly a special place for your Boston visit You have the opportunity to stay in a wonderful 19th century house that has been completely renovated.
The House
If you are unfamiliar with Boston, a real home with a garden in the city proper is quite rare. You will find that living in this unique space allows you and your companions to truly relax and enjoy each other's company. It has all the charm you would want including eclectic art, comfortable bedrooms, a fully stocked open floor plan kitchen and a wonderful deck and garden.

The Bedrooms
There are a total of 4 bedrooms, Three are on the second floor and share a bath. They have excellent queen beds with lovely cotton sheets and plenty of pillows. The Master bedroom with a king bed and bath is on the third floor. It's like being in a tree house because you have huge windows. Don't worry, there are blackout shades for a great sleeping experience. If you bring more folks, there is a single Ikea bed as well as two air mattresses if you need them.

The Kitchen and Garden
The kitchen is stocked with everything you'll need. Coffee and tea and perhaps a bottle of something fun will be waiting for your arrival. The deck off the kitchen leads down to your exclusive patio with a grill. If you have kids, the garden is a great place to play while the adults are having drinks on the deck. The place is so quiet that you can hear crickets in the summer. It's sublime.

Why Stay in Jamaica Plain?
Boston has several distinct neighborhoods - each with its own flavor. "JP" is considered the hippest neighborhood in the City, with great restaurants, pubs, bakeries, parks and a subway line that takes you to the major sights in 15 minutes. Don't forget Fenway Park! It's a quick Uber ride away.

The Food
If you're a foodie, you're in the right place. You are only a 7 minute walk to the neighborhood center where you can pretty much get any cuisine that you want - Thai, Mexican, Cuban, Vietnamese, felafel, ramen, breakfast, pub burgers and old time meatloaf- you name it, JP's got it - even Scottish haggis. Third Cliff bakery is a new addition to the neighborhood. Get there early on the weekend and don't let the line intimidate you. It moves quickly. So many choices- go out for a bite to eat or grill dinner or bring back Thai takeout.

The Great Oudoors
Often called "The Eden of America," JP has the largest percentage of greenspace per capita of any large city in the country. Take a walk from the house to Jamaica Pond or the Arnold Arboretum. Or go the other direction and run around the second oldest public golf course in the US at Franklin Park. It's also home to the Zoo.

Property manager

owner/property manager

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number C0092930351

Property is also known as

Rare Find At Home in Boston's Hippest Neighborhood
Rare Find: At Home in Boston's Hippest Neighborhood Boston

Rare Find in Boston's Hippest Neighborhood Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice home in a quiet neighborhood
Overall great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Everything was great for our family trip. Margaret has great communication and even when I had questions she immediately answered. The location was good but the traffic was not. We used uber everywhere and I do not recommend renting a car because there’s a lot of one way streets and a little hard to navigate.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JUDIE N.

Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT LOCATION / GREAT STAY
GREAT LOCATION / GREAT STAY
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great old house
Stayed with our daughter and her family to attend our son’s wedding events in West Roxbury, down town, and Somerville. Perfect location. The house has great character and charm with high ceilings, very well maintained. The third floor master bedroom is in the tree tops!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall great property!
We loved the updates to this wonderful home. The front door deadbolt lock was tricky to unlock the door and for those who plan to dine at home, the kitchen could use more place settings for a family. Otherwise, the stay was relaxing and comfortable. We really enjoyed our time in the Boston area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Getaway
We want to say how wonderful our stay was. We loved the area; the eclectic furnishings were wonderful. Even though it was not home, it felt like home. The neighborhood was great, stores & shops were all walking distance, getting into downtown Boston was easy. Again, we can't say enough about how wonderful our stay was.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can We Give This More Stars?
We stayed in Margaret's Jamaica Plain house for an anniversary trip with our family (8 of us in all). This may be the best VRBO stay we've ever had (and we've had several). Communication was great. The house was exactly as expected after reading the listing and reviews. Margaret went above and beyond, helping to solve a few travel issues (unrelated to the house) that came up for our family. The hospitality, the cleanliness, the neighborhood and the communication all add up to a top tier property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

eric b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boston Family Vacation
The house had all the accommodations as describes on the VRBO property details. Beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was fully stocked with pans, glasses, plates and spices. The train/subway station is about about .4 miles away but it is a nice walk through the park. Only observation for the foliage in the back - it could use a trim.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation Celebration
My family stayed here during my graduation from graduate school. We had a wonderful time staying at the property. The house was beautiful and we loved the recommendations and history our host gave us during the check-in process. We would absolutely stay here again. It's perfect for a family visit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect!
The house was absolutely gorgeous! Even better than the pictures. The outdoor space was perfect for morning coffee. It easily accommodated our party of 8. The place was well stocked with essentials and the owner left some very helpful instructions and directions for us to easily get around. Quick communication as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023