At Historic house renovated for modern convenience, you can look forward to a garden, a playground and an arcade/games room. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12205 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Historic house renovated for modern convenience
This house was originally built in 1860. In 1900 the house was purchased and converted into a 2-family home to accommodate extended family. Today homes like this in Boston have been converted into apartments and condos. Retaining its original structure each room in this historic 2 address house has been renovated to offer all of the modern conveniences that make for a pleasant stay. House characteristics of that era like steep stairs and smaller room sizes could prove challenging for some visitors, but perfect for those looking to fully experience the history of Boston. This upper unit has 2,200 square feet of living space divided into 12 rooms consisting of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, dining room, den/5th bedroom, porch, game room, large yard, outside BBQ with patio dining for 8 and off-street parking for 2 cars.
The house allows a maximum of 12 people. The standard sleeping configuration is to use the 4 bedrooms and the den as sleeping areas. However for added convenience and privacy the sleeping areas can be expanded during warm weather months into 8 distinct sleeping areas that include: 1) Master Bedroom queen size bed (with an EZ inflate twin in the closet), 2) Maple Bedroom full size bed, 3) White Bedroom full size bed, 4) Porch Bedroom full size bed, 5) Den full size and twin size sleeper couches, 6) Porch twin size bed (not heated so unusable Nov–Mar), 7) 3rd floor Loft twin size bed and 8) Game Room EZ inflate queen size bed (also not heated so unusable Nov–Mar).
Boston is America’s oldest city with the downtown area surrounded by 22 Boston neighborhoods. The property is situated in Boston’s “Brighton neighborhood”, which is the college neighborhood surrounded by Harvard to the North, Boston College to the South and Boston University to the East. This location is ideal as you are only 5 miles from downtown Boston and 200 yards from Brighton Center. Brighton Center is a quaint urban area with banks, a post office, library, restaurants, pubs, coffee shops, pizza places, ice cream parlors and more. Enjoy a Pats or Sox game with locals in one of the Irish pubs, have lunch in a pleasant courtyard restaurant, or take an after dinner stroll for some ice cream. Brighton’s lively center offers an authentic taste of life in the Boston area. The house is also within walking distance from a United Church of Christ, Roman Catholic Church and a Jewish Synagogue.
Boston’s public transit system, “the T” includes: subway, trolley, bus, rail and ferry options. A 3 minute walk to the “T stop” allows you to quickly get anywhere in the city, while saving you the cost of staying at a downtown hotel. If you rent a car or use Uber, it’s a 1.5-mile drive to the Mass Pike (I-90) that gets you to downtown Boston in 15 minutes and then anywhere else in New England.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible parking space
No lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Basketball nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number STR553226, C0247900351
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Brighton, a neighbourhood in Boston, this holiday home is near theme parks. Harvard Square and Newbury Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Boston Common and Boston Harbor. Travelling with kids? Make time for New England Aquarium, or head to an event or a match at Fenway Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging. Visit our Boston travel guide
Is Historic house renovated for modern convenience pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Historic house renovated for modern convenience?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic house renovated for modern convenience?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic house renovated for modern convenience?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Historic house renovated for modern convenience located?
This family-friendly Boston holiday home is located in Brighton, within 2 mi (3 km) of Boston College and Boston University. Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are also within 3 miles (5 km). Chiswick Rd. Station is 14 minutes by foot and Sutherland Rd. Station is 15 minutes.
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