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Brighton Gem - Modernized

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A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a framed painting on the wall.
A wooden staircase with a decorative railing and a wall with a window featuring intricate metalwork.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, a fire pit, and a grill.
A two-story house with a front porch, a staircase, and a mailbox.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, a piano, and two windows.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Boston College

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Boston, MA
  • Place, Boston College
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, the TRACK at new balance
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Roadrunner-Boston
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Den/5th Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Game Room/Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Maple Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Porch

1 Single Bed

Porch Bedroom

1 Double Bed

White Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Boston

Located in Brighton, a neighbourhood in Boston, this holiday home is near theme parks. Harvard Square and Newbury Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Boston Common and Boston Harbor. Travelling with kids? Make time for New England Aquarium, or head to an event or a match at Fenway Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Boston, MA

What's nearby

  • Boston College - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Charles River Reservation - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Chestnut Hill Reservoir - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • the TRACK at new balance - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Roadrunner-Boston - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Newtonville Station - 6 min drive
  • Chiswick Rd. Station - 14 min walk
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boston Medical Center Cafeteria - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪In House Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fuel America - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Brighton Gem - Modernized pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Brighton Gem - Modernized?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Brighton Gem - Modernized?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brighton Gem - Modernized?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Brighton Gem - Modernized located?

This family-friendly Boston holiday home is located in Brighton, within 2 mi (3 km) of Boston College and Boston University. Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are also within 3 miles (5 km). Chiswick Rd. Station is 14 minutes by foot and Sutherland Rd. Station is 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 146 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and friendly host
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2026
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay, we hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a beautiful historic home. We enjoyed our stay in Boston and even cooked a couple of meals. It was an excellent visit.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful and we had a great family time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an excellent property for our trip to Boston. I was traveling with a group of 6 and we were all able to get our own space. The house was clean and communication with the hosts was great. They had a very nice outdoor patio and fire pit we were able to use. The location is walking distance from many great restaurants and it was easy to get to over to Boston College and to downtown Boston. After the trip, the cleaners found something that was left behind and the hosts were quick to contact me and arrange to have it mailed. Overall excellent experience and I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thank you for the review! We hope to host you again in the near future! Matt and Lia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place for our stay. Lots of room to spread out and relax, and at the end of a little street next to a school. It was clean and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here and it’s very nice and has lots of room for a family .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, walkable area
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
His home was great. It had everything our group needed and was as advertised. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Great location to the BC baseball stadium.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic location and place

Really great location and the right size for our group! We had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House Great Neighborhood

Comfortable stay with 5 adults. Beautiful neighborhood with plenty of amenities within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This turned out to be the perfect place for us to spend Thanksgiving with our family and friends. There was plenty of room for everyone, and the location really couldn't be beat. There are some cute cafes and brunch spots nearby, the public transportation was easy to navigate, and the off-street parking was a huge plus. Also, the hosts were extremely responsive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was 160 years old but in good shape! The host was very responsive with any questions! You could walk to a lot of places from the house!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

No complaints
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of space and updates but it’s an old house and comes with the quirks of an 1860s house including a certain mustiness. Size, location, rooms to spread out and excellent host of course make up for it. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Memories

Stayed in this property during a five day vacation with three generations. We all loved the location and space the property had. Communication with the owner/manager was seamless. Will certainly look into staying at the property next time we are in Boston.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Beach house

Beautiful, updated house. The kitchen and deck patio were great for family gatherings. The bedrooms and barhrooms are also beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for for large family

We had eight of us total staying at this house and there was plenty of room for everybody to sleep comfortably and to lounge around the house. There is great outdoor space ample parking and the location was excellent to walk to nearby restaurants and shops. We had a great time and if we were coming back to the area, we definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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