This vacation home places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Tufts University and Encore Boston Harbor. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
Middlesex Fells Reservation - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Melrose Wakefield Hospital - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Melrose Dog Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Whip Hill - 7 min drive - 1.1 miles
Boston Common - 13 min drive - 8.8 miles
Getting around
Oak Grove Station - 4 min drive
Melrose Wyoming Hill Station - 6 min walk
Logan International Airport (BOS) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 7 min walk
Dunkin' - 16 min walk
Santa Fe Burrito Grill - 8 min walk
Dunkin' - 9 min walk
Liberty Bell Roast Beef And Seafood - 3 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.
5-bedroom house. Close to airport, bus & train. 10 min from Boston. Sleeps 10.
5-bedroom, 2 full bath house, 7 mi to Boston/airport, 1000 FT to bus and train and located in a quiet residential neighborhood. Luxury appointments, upscale furniture, hotel bedding, "5-star kitchen" per a famous chef who stayed, AC/heat (mini-splits) in all rooms, fenced in yard, and 3-car driveway.
The City of Melrose was the #1 real estate market in the U.S. in 2015 and #4 in 2020 (search "hottest zip code melrose ma 2015"). It receives praise from visitors due to its quaint downtown within walking distance, restaurants and a Whole Foods supermarket.
*1st Floor: Large, open-concept, "5-star kitchen," (includes paper towel roll, dish cloths, new sponge and food staples, e.g. cooking oil, spices, sugar, coffee, etc.); dining room; full bath; and foyer. Large 20x20 deck off of the kitchen with gas grill.
*2nd Floor: 4 bedrooms (3 queen beds, 1 full), washer & dryer, and full bath.
*3rd Floor: Finished attic bedroom with queen bed.
*Basement: Large finished room.
2 Pack 'n Play, 2 high chairs, baby gate and stroller
The driveway holds 3 cars, but the 3rd spot is tight. There is no on-street parking overnight.
Check in is 3:30 pm or later and check out is by 11 am, but I can accommodate early arrivals or late departures depending on other guests' timing. Please contact me to coordinate about 2 weeks prior.
Please tell me about your group, pets and the reason you're visiting when inquiring or booking. Someone in the group must be at least 35-years old, but I make exceptions. Parties will result in immediate eviction, no refund for the remaining days, and a charge for any cleaning beyond the normal cleaning fee.
Boston Marathon guests must arrive on at least the Friday of the weekend prior.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.
Note from host: Allowed in the backyard. $300 fee if in the house.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Whale watching nearby
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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 2,400 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 35
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave condiments and provided food in the fridge.
Please strip the duvet cover, fitted and flat sheets, and pillow cases from each used bed and put them in the back bedroom.
Please wash a full load of kitchen towels, bath towels, and bath mats, transfer to the dryer and start on normal cycle.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No noise outside after 8:00 p.m. This is in a quiet residential neighborhood.
No gatherings, parties or business meetings without the consent of the owner.
No smoking of ANY kind in the house. A minimum $200 will be charged for odor removal.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Guests must notify me well in advance of booking.
Children and extra beds
Note from host: There are 2 parks within 200 FT.
Events
No events allowed
No gatherings, business meetings, or parties.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Allowed in the backyard. $300 fee if in the house.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No gatherings, business meetings, or parties.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Check-in: 3:30 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 35
Property Registration Number C0192731780
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Note from host: No gatherings, business meetings, or parties.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Melrose, close to TD Garden, Harvard Square, and Encore Boston Harbor. You'll also find Assembly Row and LEGOLAND® Discovery Center within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is 5-bedroom house. Close to airport, bus & train. 10 min from Boston. Sleeps 10. good for couples?
Couples staying at this historic vacation home will appreciate amenities such as a kitchen in each accommodation with kitchens in some.
Are there hot tubs at 5-bedroom house. Close to airport, bus & train. 10 min from Boston. Sleeps 10.?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Logan International Airport (BOS), which is 11.7 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base), which is located 12.1 mi away (30-minute drive).
Can I book a room with a balcony at 5-bedroom house. Close to airport, bus & train. 10 min from Boston. Sleeps 10.?
Yes, every accommodation at 5-bedroom house. Close to airport, bus & train. 10 min from Boston. Sleeps 10. comes with a deck.