Entire home

15 minutes to Historic Sights and World Cup Transport.

Holiday home in Boston with kitchen and balcony

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 Patio and garden  area
Exterior
You enter through the garden gate. Lulu isn't included - unless you want her!
The kitchen area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Boston, MA
  • Place, Arnold Arboretum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Franklin Park Zoo
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Faulkner Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Second Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bedroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

15 minutes to Historic Sights and World Cup Transport.

This is truly a special place for your Boston visit
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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Y wet
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Property Registration Number STR454183, C0092930351

We should mention

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

About the area

Boston

Jamaica Plain, a neighbourhood in Boston, is home to this holiday home. Boston Harbor and Flynn Cruiseport Boston are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Harvard Square and Newbury Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Fenway Park or TD Garden.
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Boston, MA

What's nearby

  • Axiom - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Arnold Arboretum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Samuel Adams Brewery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Franklin Park Zoo - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Faulkner Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

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

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jeanie Johnston Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Midway Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Galway House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Costello's Tavern - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 15 minutes to Historic Sights and World Cup Transport. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 15 minutes to Historic Sights and World Cup Transport.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 15 minutes to Historic Sights and World Cup Transport.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 15 minutes to Historic Sights and World Cup Transport.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 15 minutes to Historic Sights and World Cup Transport. located?

Located in Jamaica Plain, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Franklin Park Zoo and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Northeastern University. Longwood Medical Area and MCPHS University - Boston are also within 3 miles (5 km). Green Street Station is 8 minutes by foot and Stony Brook Station is 17 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 102 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ceci A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was a perfect place for our group of 6 adults to stay. Wonderful walkable neighborhood and easy access to the train system to get where we needed to go in Boston.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARY DIANE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place in a wonderful neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and spacious with lovely decor. Pretty side yard. Close to everything. We rented both units which accommodated 13 family members. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy access to public transportation was greatly appreciated. We had everything we needed in the house. Upstairs bathroom was awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good, great location, clean, friendly support. Cool house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our family vacation. Loved the location, all the amenities, easy check-in and checkout and friendly host. The only thing to mention for young families are that the stairs are very steep for infants. Host had baby gate and large playpen which helped.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous stay! Margaret was a very delightful hostess - very good communication and had wonderful suggestions and recommendations. House is beautiful, yard is big and beautiful. Short walk to the orange line so easy to get places.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place and location

Ideal for group of old friends to get together and do some Boston events where we all went to college in the early 1980s. Great, quiet neighborhood with easy walk to Orange Line.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

michelle f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Jamaica Plain neighborhood is a great location for getting around Boston. The train and many eateries and parks were within walking distance. The yard space was very helpful since we had small children. This old home had lots of character and the manager was very helpful. The stairs are quite steep, especially for the loft primary bedroom (which was spacious and beautiful) - so this space will be difficult for older people and small children. The home is obviously lived in and the manager was extremely helpful during our stay. The owner's recommendations for the area were also very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUDIE N.

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

GREAT LOCATION / GREAT STAY

GREAT LOCATION / GREAT STAY
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Boston marathon

House was lovely, was able to get an early check in. Owner was easy to get ahold of and answered quickly.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nic D.

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

Great place!

Booked over Fourth of July with my family and we very much enjoyed our stay. The neighborhood is super cute and the house is gorgeous!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A.

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

Fun in Jamaica Plains

An excellent place to stay to visit Boston. Easy to get around with public transportation from this very nice house.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Great House, Great Area

This house was perfect for our family vacation to Boston. Plenty of restaurants within walking distance and the train was nearby for when we went downtown Boston. Nice, clean house with plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith L.

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

Very nice home in a quiet neighborhood

Overall great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

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

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

Kevin O.

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

Exactly as advertised

Great location. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

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

Gabi R.

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

Family weekend in J.P.

Margaret was a wonderful host and communicated extremely promptly. Location was great, in close walking distance to public transportation and J.P. Downtown. We enjoyed making a cozy fire in the wood stove on a cool November evening. All in all a comfortable weekend with the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie T.

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

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

Jenna G.

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

June Trip

This is a great location outside of the city, close enough to enjoy all Boston has to offer but far enough to relax in this cute neighborhood. Food and parks are within walking distance. The weather was all sunshine but not too warm. Our host was so kind and communication was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marysa W.

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

Spacious Charming Treehouse Like Home

Beautiful historic home in a charming neighborhood. We enjoyed our visit to JP, Boston and Providence over a long weekend. Wish I had designated more time to explore the arboretum a 10 minute walk from Margaret’s house. It was spectacular! Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C., Devon, PA

Comfortable and clean. Great location.

This was a no hassle comfortable home in the heart of JP. Easy access to the greenway and shops. Quiet neighborhood. We all slept well in this comfortable and charming gem of an old house with all the modern conveniences.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

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

8/10 Good

John D.

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

Older home

House was older, good shape except one restroom sink needed repair. Has a good time
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by owner/property manager

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Hello! I'm a Texas native that hasn't lost my "ya'll" even though I've lived in Boston for over 30 years. I spend most of my time outdoors - enjoying my garden, walking in nearby nature preserves, going on long, long bike rides, and escaping to the beach. I actually love winter because I ski in the parks near my house every day when there's snow on the ground. It's a great way to exercise my dog, Lulu. I'm a political liberal, inveterate traveler and amateur classical musician though I love music of all sorts.

Why they chose this property

I live in the popular neighborhood of Jamaica Plain. People want to live and visit Jamaica Plain because it has a hip vibe, is close to downtown, and has the most parks in the entire metropolitan area. My home is on a short two block street with primarily row houses. It's at the foot of Sumner Hill which is filled with Victorian Mansions. It's fun to stroll around and imagine upper class life in the late 1800's. There is also a house dating from the 1700's on the main drag - Center Street. That's where the action is and it's only a 5 minute walk from my house. The Arnold Arboretum and Franklin Park total over 500 acres of open space and are less than a 10 minute walk. They are part of the Emerald .Necklace Greenway which was designed by Olmstead - who also designed Central Park. The wonderful lake, Jamaica Pond, is also nearby. Most of my guests love to take a walk or run in the Arboretum.

What makes this property unique

In a city of such density, it's hard to find a true home that's available for short-term rentals. Moreover, it is set on a quarter acre of land so you have plenty of room to spread out. Most people like to sit on the deck and enjoy the weather while grilling dinner. However, although you may be tempted to throw a party while you're here, gatherings are not permitted. This is out of respect for my neighbors. Thanks for your understanding about this!

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