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Historic house renovated for modern convenience

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12205 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

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 manager

Matt Hazell

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Golf nearby

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: 2205 sq ft (205 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not 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
Property Registration Number STR470547, C0247900351

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Historic House Renovated Modern Convenience Boston
Historic House Renovated Modern Convenience
Historic Renovated Modern Convenience Boston
Historic Renovated Modern Convenience
Historic Renovated Morn Conve
Vrbo Property
Historic house renovated for modern convenience Boston

About the neighborhood

Map
Boston, MA

What's nearby

  • Boston College - 3 min drive
  • Harvard University - 4 min drive
  • Boston University - 5 min drive
  • Harvard Square - 6 min drive
  • Fenway Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Newtonville Station - 6 min drive
  • Chiswick Rd. Station - 13 min walk
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Elizabeth Hospital Cafeteria - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Thonglor - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Glasser Coffee Co. - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic house renovated for modern convenience pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Historic house renovated for modern convenience located?

This family-friendly Boston vacation home is located in Brighton, within 3 mi (5 km) of Boston College, Harvard University, and Boston University. Harvard Square is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away. Chiswick Rd. Station is 13 minutes by foot and Sutherland Rd. Station is 15 minutes.

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Historic house renovated for modern convenience Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place, Good Location
Stayed here for a friends trip to Fenway. Place was comfortable, good location, and quick responses from the host. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Perfect for our guys trip to Boston. Plenty of space to spread out. Great to have parking. Easy in and easy out. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot and wonderful host!
Stayed here with some friends for our college reunion and it was perfect. Jeff was great to communicate with and we hope to be back in 5 years for the next Boston trip! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ignacia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good for a group of colleagues
We enjoyed this place a lot, felt cozy and spacious at the same time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here while visiting family in Brookline
Overall very nice. Had a family meal here. Used the grill and has a nice dining room. Beds are comfortable and plenty of space for our 8 adults and 1 two year old.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charli B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family spot in Brighton!
My family stayed here when we came to cheer on my brother during the Boston Marathon. The house is well appointed with amenities and is very convenient to several bus lines so public transit was easy. Matt was easy to communicate with, check-in was a breeze, the area was safe and quiet. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
No complaints
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot
Great historic family home and a convenient location. Owner takes a lot of pride in making sure the experience is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic for the Fit Traveler
We loved staying together in a wonderful home with space for everyone! You must be fit as there are stairs to everything - to get in, to the bedrooms and back down for the bathroom as there is no bathroom for the 3 bedrooms on the top floor. The location is ideal! Walking distance to plenty of restaurants. The location to BC was what we loved - easy route to get there.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noshin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Host were friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location.
The house is well stocked with essential items- is warm and inviting. The location is great- nice restaurants, grocery, pharmacy in walking distance. Only caution is that there are a lot of stairs with narrow treads - our older family members had a hard time navigating.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

John G., Tigard, OR

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip to Boston
In the burbs but easy access to public transit. Quirky, old house but well maintained and well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend getaway with friends!
We had a great time staying here! The host was so wonderful to us, especially since I was a first time renter with VRBO. They had TONS of room for my party of 6 and we didn’t have a single problem stretching out. It’s located at wonderful quiet street located near so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House for Big Group
The house is well set up for large groups of people. There were plenty of sleeping options. The neighborhood is really nice. It is walking distance to several good bars, coffee shops, restraunts and concert venues.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Pamela T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House for Group Travel
Very nice place to stay if you are travelling with a group! Off-street parking for 2 cars was a big plus! However, the basement room was not adequate for sleeping (at the time we stayed there). Overall though, we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue A., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation trip
Great location for our family celebrating daughter's graduation. Owner's son was very attentive to our questions regarding the disposal and television. Onsite parking is convenient and backyard table is a plus.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emergency lodging needed
Our family at the last minute came to Boston for a family members passing. We were able to find this lovely place to accommodate us all. Very grateful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is prime
Family joined us for our daughter’s graduation from Northeastern. We needed a place to park a large car, enough sleeping areas so everyone could have a bed, an easy to access house so everyone could do their own thing and enter/exit the house easily, a full kitchen so we didn’t have to eat every meal out, and a walkable neighborhood for the times we did want to go out. This lovely older home in Brighton checked all the boxes. There was even laundry facilities available as part of the rental. Glad Grandma stayed home- the stairs were narrow and steep, but for our needs, it was absolutely perfect
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brothers Bachelor Party
The house and neighborhood were both outstanding. It was such a great trip. Plenty of space, very cool colonial feel. Huge backyard to hangout in with a very cool church bell tower rite behind in the distance that chimes on the hour giving the house such a calming ambience. The chimes are not heard from inside, so don't worry about it waking you up. Plenty of parking as well. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic home was perfect!
A group of us competing in the Boston marathon enjoyed this home to relax together, cook together and enjoy the Boston area. It was a quick bus ride (30 minutes) and then a short 15 min walk into the city centre. Or if you want to stay close to home, Brighton has lots to over for restaurants. We found it easy to go and explore Harvard that is a short 10-15 min drive. The character of the home was charming. Many of the rooms have double beds which are cozy for two adults. We slept 7 adults comfortably. Would recommend it to friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Elaine M.

Very cute house / responsive owner
Very nice house. Owner easy to contact. Everything was great. Would recommend using Lyft or Uner to get downtown because not so easy or fast on public transport for strangers to the city. Lyft was @30 bucks each way but well worth paying much less and staying farther out. Owner and housekeeper were very nice. Neighborhood is super cute with cafes and local pubs for a quick snack or evening beer. For sure recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Teresa V., Fort Worth

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location, great house
There were 6 in our party and we had plenty of room for sleeping and dining. We had trouble with the front door but were able to get in and out. We also had trouble with the TV in the living room, could not get the cable or streaming channels to come on, but we were able to watch a DVD. The porch TV worked fine. We were not there much so it all worked out. I know the property manager would have helped if we asked because he and the owner were very responsive and wanted to ensure our needs were met.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Paige H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay but some much needed maintenance.
The property was everything it was described to be. However, the doorknob on the front door was broken (didn’t affect the security of the place due to the keypad, but still sketchy). There was what looked to be mud or feces on some of the towels that were there for showering. The A/C units could use a decent cleaning as well as we saw some mold spores in the vents. Additionally, the dishwasher door had to be held shut it order to run properly and there were HUGE carpenter ants that were in the kitchen, bathroom, and common areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving with adult children
The size of the house worked well for a family who wanted space to watch football while others wanted a space for hanging out. The two living spaces were a plus. We cooked Thanksgiving dinner and ate at the long dining room table with the china in the house. The house is old-as stated and has some interesting quirks one would expect in a house that old. We walked to Boston College for the football game which was easy and the closeness of Starbucks, CVS and grocery stores a plus Owner should put some of the basics in the house like a few coffee pods and a Keurig for guests the first morning. Also, we had to "heat up" the house when we entered which would have been nice if house was minimally heated when we arrived. It heated up nicely after arriving. Overall a great location and big house for a family of 5
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Maurine G.

Disliked: Check-in, communication
Boston Historic House
My family and I reserved the property for the nights of 7/27, 7/28, and 7/29. There were several minor issues, however, those can be overlooked. After the first night (the morning of the 28th), I walked downstairs to the basement (which was part of our rental) and noticed that the door was open. I checked and since none of my family members had opened the door, I went downstairs to lock the door. When I did so, a strange man came to the door and said he “was working in the basement”. He offered no identification. Since we had no prior notice from either the owner or the property manager, (who unlocked the door) we were shocked and rattled. I confirmed with the property manager that the stranger was allowed access to the premises while we were onsite, but we found the intrusion and violation of our privacy alarming and disconcerting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023