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Boston's Best Vacation Home

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior
TV, fireplace
In the heart of Boston, This Cozy place offers a warm welcome just 15 minutes from Downtown and Sea Port. Enjoy walking distance to restaurants, a supermarket, pharmacy and public transportation or explore nearby colleges like Harvard University and Tufts University.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Boston's Best Vacation Home

Discover the charm of this cozy single-family haven, perfectly positioned near Boston’s vital artery, I-93 North and South, placing you just 15 to 20 minutes from the vibrant pulse of Downtown Boston and the sparkling Sea Port. A gentle stroll brings you to Central Ave Station and nearby bus lines, making the city effortlessly accessible.

Tucked within walking distance of a major supermarket, local eateries, lively pubs, and a nearby pharmacy, this home offers the sweet balance of convenience and comfort. Close enough to embrace the energy of the city, yet peacefully situated on a quiet, one-way street where families flourish and the air feels calm.

Whether you seek adventure or rest, this location is your perfect retreat. Here, the house is yours entirely—fully equipped with all the comforts you need to make your journey truly unforgettable.

The house layout is
Second floor:
Bedroom 1- Queen bed
Bedroom 2 - double twin beds

First Floor:
bedroom 3- Queen bed
Full bathroom
Living room
Kitchen

Basement:
Washer and dryer


Our cancellation policy is flexible, but should you decide to cancel, the credit card fee is non-refundable.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a first aid kit
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 STR460948, C0012017856

Property is also known as

462924

About the area

Mattapan, a neighbourhood in Boston, is home to this holiday home. Boston Museum of Fine Arts and Museum of Science are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Shops at Prudential Center and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Consider Encore Boston Harbor for a night out, and don't miss New England Aquarium, a top local attraction.
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Boston, MA

What's nearby

  • Franklin Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Copley Square - 12 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Northeastern University - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Fenway Park - 13 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Boston Common - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Central Ave. Station - 7 min walk
  • Boston Morton Street Station - 18 min walk
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Only One Jamaican Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Le Foyer Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Mix - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Morton's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stalex - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boston's Best Vacation Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Boston's Best Vacation Home ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boston's Best Vacation Home ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Boston's Best Vacation Home located?

Located in Mattapan, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Franklin Park Zoo and within 6 miles (10 km) of Northeastern University and Samuel Adams Brewery. University of Massachusetts Boston and John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km). Central Ave. Station is 7 minutes by foot and Milton Station is 9 minutes.

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Boston's Best Vacation Home Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boston VRBO

Great location easy to get to all of Boston, clean and well maintained, large kitchen and living room. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nusha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and nice

My friends and I loved staying here! The nespresso coffee provided was a big hit! Comfortable bedding and lots of room!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michele D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Had what we needed. Our host was very friendly and communicated well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Clean home

This home was easy to book. Easy & clear instructions for arrival & departing. Very clean home & many rooms & bathrooms for our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Temple Street

We had a pleasant stay. The house is cozy, clean and comfortable. It is in a convenient location with several restaurants in walking distance as well as a supermarket. The neighborhood is quiet with little traffic coming through. Victor the host was responsive and answered any questions we had. Would recommend without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

The house was clean and well stocked. We could get to the T easily and enjoy the city of Boston.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy House

This was a nice cozy house, not too far from a grocery store and some nice restaurants. It was nice getting out of Boston in the evenings. There are quite a few stairs, both to get into the house and to 2 of the bedrooms, so take note of that. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As described in listing.

House was clean, in good condition and close to Boston. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friend reunion

Loved Boston and the house was perfect for the 4 of us
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

National’s stay

Exactly what we needed in a quiet neighborhood close to everything. We stayed there for The Boston Figure Skating Club and it was as about a 30 min drive in traffic.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute home

It was a cute home away from the busy Boston area. Roomy and clean. Bed sheets were so soft! Owners were great to work with and didn't need to bother them either. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boston

The property was a good fit for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boston

Very nice home :), really quiet. Only 7 miles to town . Rental owner communication was very good. Awesome time in Boston
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Khalida A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Homey and cozy

Very good
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect property for our adult family

Beds very comfortable. Clean property, awesome owner. We stayed in Boston area for 4 days and coming back to this rental felt like home, cozy. We rested very well here, after days full of driving and adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute home in a nice, safe neighborhood

We enjoyed our stay. Because the home is a craftsman home, taller guests may prefer staying in the downstairs bedroom versus upstairs. There were 5 of us and we all had plenty of room to move about. Loved the front and back porches for coffee and tea in the mornings.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Easy, convenient, no stress
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Boston stay

We had a great stay in this nice little house. The house was set up and decorated nicely and had everything we needed. The neighborhood was safe, we sat out on the front porch in evening to enjoy a class of wine and ate dinner outside on the completely private back deck. We walked to D&D and dinner at a local tavern that had excellent food and exercised on the greenway which is 11/2 blocks from the house. We would surely stay at this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun stay in Boston

We had an amazing time. The house was very nice and just what we needed. The only thing I would say is the address should say Mattapan instead of Boston. Otherwise, no other issue. Thank you for letting us stay in your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and clean

We received all the information we needed the day before check-in. The house was as advertised. The offstreet parking was great. The house was walking distance to a grocery store, Dunkin’ Donuts, and several other places. The people in the area that I interacted with were very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Noelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

location

We enjoyed our stay. Very close to where we needed to be. The only suggestion I would have when staying here is to be sure you clarify the location. There are several streets that have the same name so we went to three different locations before we were in the correct place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Comfortable

We spent 10 days at this residence during early May. Temperatures in the area were just right, 55-65 degrees and partly sunny most of the time. Most of our activities were all throughout Boston. We also traveled to Salem and Cape Cod. We did not try the train system but used ride shares, which took about 30-40 minutes to or from central Boston. This home is awesome. It is very clean, nicely decorated, and has a roomy kitchen and comfortable beds. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch and back deck to read or eat breakfast. The one large TV in the living room offered plenty of streaming platforms. Be aware there are interior stairs leading to two bedrooms and a bathroom. The grocery store, several restaurants, and a terrific local ice cream store are only a few minutes' walk. Our favorite restaurant was Steel and Rye, which has delicious made-to-order burgers and a unique Caesar salad. Though the home is technically in Mattapan, which we've heard has a questionable reputation, this area is upscale and beautiful, with friendly residents, and is SO quiet! It was a lovely stay for us.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just as described

Only suggestion would be to have propane for the grill. Couldn't find any anywhere.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend ball tournament

Quaint rental property, but for 5 guys who were not too picky and just needed a place to sleep, it was perfect! Chatting with some local law enforcement, we learned it’s not the best town, but we weren’t out taking any late night strolls around the neighborhood either. In reality, we couldn’t have asked for better place for us. It shows just the same as in the photos, is clean, with soft linens!! What more do you need??
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Tracy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice Overall

The house was very nice overall; clean & well-stocked. Beds were comfortable and bathrooms were clean. Just a couple of issues that we found. The hot water faucet handle on the downstairs bathroom comes off. So it needs to be fixed. Also all the doors creak-need to use WD40 on all the doors. Also, as a safety issue, plastic mats need to be in the bathtub/shower. We were 4 70 year old women and found the tub/shower floor to be slick…..
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024