Situated close to a museum, this vacation home features 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating 10 guests. Engage in nearby fishing, hiking, biking, and game walks for adventure activities. Enjoy water sports and access nearby golf options.
Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Minutes To Boston ~ Ideal for Day Trips To Everywhere in New England
Located in Wellesley, a most desirable suburb of Boston, where you’ll enjoy the quiet tree-lined streets, homes with lush green flower-flooded lawns, and peaceful nights on the deck watching the fire pit dance while you sip a glass of wine. Only a 20 minute drive to Boston with easy on/off access to I-95 (Rt 128) & I-90 (Mass Pike), The Gathering House is perfectly located for taking day trips all over New England. Enjoy a peaceful and relaxing stay in this 5-bedroom, 5-star property, The upscale town of Wellesley (home to Wellesley College) with marked walking trails; a quaint town center with charming boutiques; and a vast array of eclectic restaurants and eateries, is a beautiful community that has sophistication and luxury unlike any other Boston suburb. Located on a private, quiet dead-end street with very minimal traffic, kids can enjoy playing here outside safely. This property is 20 easy minutes from Boston. It is perfectly located for any and all New England day trips. From the lighthouses of Maine; the glorious lakes and mountains of New Hampshire; the beaches of Cape Cod; the cliffs and breathtaking island of Martha's Vineyard; and the timeless mansions of Newport, RI, you can see these places in day trips from our prime location which has very easy on-off access to I-95, I-93 and I-90 (Mass Pike). This beautiful spacious property boasts five air- conditioned bedrooms. On the main floor is bedroom#1- the California king master en suite with a Roku tv. Down the short hall is Bedroom#2 with one twin bed. *Upon request only, there is a trundle bed for an additional guest in this bedroom. Upstairs you will find the other three bedrooms including Bedroom#3 with a queen bed; Bedroom#4 with bunk beds and a twin bed. This bedroom has a Roku tv as well; and Bedroom #5 with a queen bed and a Roku tv. Upstairs is also our private office with a large desk, office supplies, a printer, a shredder Anna a stationary bike. All three full bathrooms are fully equipped with hair dryers, body soap, shampoo, conditioner, rainfall showers and luxury bath sheets and towels. The spacious eat-in kitchen is well-stocked with some spices, some refrigerated condiments, oil, salt and pepper. There are pots and pans and serving dishes for meals and everything you need to cook. You will find a waffle maker, blender, toaster, rice maker, crock pot, coffee grinder, etc. There’s also a Keurig coffee machine, Nespresso machine, and a drip coffee machine. Coffee is provided for all 3 machines. For our tea lovers, we have a fine selection of tea for your enjoyment. On the other side of the kitchen, the gorgeous family size farm table can accommodate all guests for meals. There is also a high chair available upon request. The house also features secure wifi; a huge assortment of adult games; children's games and toys; outdoor cornhole; bocci; and a WiiU.
The cozy and comfortable front sitting room is ideal for quiet chats and perhaps some reading. In the main living space (the Great Room), everyone can gather and play games, enjoy movies on the 72”Roku TV, or just be together enjoying one another's company. The Great Room has two large sofas and four sitting chairs- enough space for everyone! All rooms, except for the office, have AC. One of the highlights of this property is the outdoor living space. With a beautiful oversized deck, there is a large propane fire pit for relaxing on quiet summer/fall nights; plenty of lounging space; a large gas grill; and dining area. Here, you can find the perfect place to relax under the stars and watch the fireflies come to life. Parking is available for four vehicles in the driveway as well as free on-street parking. If you are bringing children, please let me know their ages and interests so that I can be sure to have toys and things available that they can enjoy as well. Your group will fall in love with this place and all of the amenities it has to offer.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
*Please remove sheets from USED beds and simply leave them on the bed.
*Kindly fold the comforter neatly and lay it on the bed
*DO NOT remove shams or duvet covers.
*Please bring all USED towels downstairs and leave in front of washing machine
*Please turn off all lights and ACs
*Please load dirty dishes into the dishwasher
*Please collect trash and put it into the trash receptacle.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the house: this includes vaping, e-cigs, and cigars.
Marijuana is prohibited on the property and neighborhood.
No excessive use of alcohol allowed. Illegal drugs are prohibited on the property and in the neighborhood.
Neighborhood quiet hours are from
10pm-8am.
Moving furniture is not allowed.
Accidents happen, so if anything gets broken, please let me know.
If any issues arise, please let me know.
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Property # 4610603vb
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
About the area
Wellesley
Wellesley is home to this holiday home. Boston Museum of Fine Arts and Berklee College of Music are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boston Harbor and Encore Boston Harbor. Travelling with kids? Make time for New England Aquarium, or head to an event or a match at Fenway Park. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
Is Minutes To Boston ~ Ideal for Day Trips To Everywhere in New England pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Minutes To Boston ~ Ideal for Day Trips To Everywhere in New England?
As of 1 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Minutes To Boston ~ Ideal for Day Trips To Everywhere in New England on 11 Sept 2026 start from AU$4,444, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Minutes To Boston ~ Ideal for Day Trips To Everywhere in New England?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Minutes To Boston ~ Ideal for Day Trips To Everywhere in New England?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Minutes To Boston ~ Ideal for Day Trips To Everywhere in New England?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Minutes To Boston ~ Ideal for Day Trips To Everywhere in New England located?
Located in Wellesley, this family-friendly holiday home is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Babson College, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Boston College and Wellesley College. Brandeis University and Alumni Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km). Eliot Station is 27 minutes by foot.
About the host
Hosted by Kimberly Melton
Why they chose this property
The Gathering House sits on a quiet, residential tree-lined dead-end street offering a calm and peaceful setting just minutes outside the bustling City.
What makes this property unique
The Gathering Place is unique and stands out above the rest because we are able to host up to 12 guests which perfectly suits large groups for events and special occasions. The Gathering House is simplicity, luxury, comfort, practicality and space all in one place. Every guest and every group we have hosted has loved it here. That’s why people keep coming back.