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Rare Find in Boston's Hippest Neighborhood

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books, video library, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore 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)30 min drive

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

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • 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 (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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 C0092930351

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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

About the area

Boston

This holiday home is located in Jamaica Plain, a neighbourhood in Boston. Fenway Park and Faneuil Hall Marketplace are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include New England Aquarium and Museum of Science. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at TD Garden, or consider Encore Boston Harbor for a night out.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Rare Find in Boston's Hippest Neighborhood pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rare Find in Boston's Hippest Neighborhood ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rare Find in Boston's Hippest Neighborhood ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rare Find in Boston's Hippest Neighborhood located?

Located in Jamaica Plain, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Franklin Park Zoo and within 3 miles (5 km) of Northeastern University and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Boston Museum of Fine Arts is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. Green Street Station is 8 minutes by foot and Boston Forest Hills Station is 11 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 77 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation trip
Our stay at Margret's was excellent. The house is super cute, well stocked and nicely decorated. A very comfortable space to hang out in. Margret's is super accessible. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
We loved this beautiful house and it was a perfect place for our extended family to relax in between graduation events! Margaret was a pleasure to communicate with. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

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