Location: Boston, Greater Boston, Massachusetts, USA (3mi from downtown Boston. 25 minute subway ride to Logan Int) View Map
Accommodations: Condominium, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
This property is situated in a row of similar homes all built in the mid 1800s for German factory workers and brewers. The Brewery District became such due to the artesian wells that were found here. There were many breweries at one time, but now just the Boston Beer Company, famous for the Sam Adams family of beers.
Our 850 square foot, 2 bedroom / 1 bath condominium is decidedly modern. There are very high ceilings and a fairly open plan. You will find it to be refreshingly modern in an antique town. The architect re-designed space is very flexible and bright.
Enjoy our extensive collection of fresh local art. This is not your standard run of the mill rental. The collection will occasionally rotate. Currently showing 'Ladylike' by Christine Li and black & white photography by Janelle McCuen as well as other works. Completely redesigned with a SS kitchen, washer/dryer in unit, pantry, huge closets, tall ceilings (12 ft in some places), recessed lighting, modern fixtures, and an office alcove. Versatile floor plan. Enjoy Japanese style garden just outside master bedroom. 1blk to T, Bella Luna restaurant/bar, Mike's Fitness, Ula Cafe and City Feed & Supply all just a block away. Walk to Centre Street's many shops and restaurants. Convenient central location to downtown, 93, 95, 90, etc. Minutes to Medical area. Absolutely no need for a car unless you're leaving Boston Metro.
**CALENDER MAINTAINED REGULARLY. RATES ARE DESCRIBED HERE IN DETAIL AND APPLY TO 4 PERSON OCCUPANCY.**
Weekend rates apply for Fri & Sat nights. Weekly rates apply from Sun - Thurs nights.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: We have window unit that we can drag out if you beg, but it's really not necessary. The unit stays very cool.
- Washer: Soap provided. In unit.
- Dryer: In unit.
- Linens Provided: Bed linens, hand towels, cloth napkins, towels, and face cloths all provided.
- Off Street Parking: There is parking available on the street right in front of the house, but if absolutely necessary, we have a private drive that we will share with you.
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Two new queen beds with comfortable pillow-tops.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Basic cable and DVD provided. New flat screen TV.
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Stainless steel kitchen with oven, range, refrigerator, microwave, dishes, utensils, etc.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Everything you need is provided. We live upstairs, so if you find you are lacking something we can usually take care of it. There are several grocery stores within walking distance.
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio: We have a small but beautiful back yard with a private entrance to the unit. It has a distinctly Japanese feel to it.
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- We are working on a Japanese Garden - so depending on when you visit you may get to enjoy it. We have a nice stone patio with tables, chairs and an umbrella.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: We require an additional $200 pet deposit.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: NO EXCEPTIONS! We will keep your deposit for smoking in our home.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Standard Rate .. Apr-Oct .. $200/night..$1200/week .. $3500/month
Fall/Winter ....... Nov-Mar .. $150/night..$950/week .. $3000/month
3 night minimum or add $50 for cleaning.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Boston
I originally came to Boston from the Ozark Mountains in Southwest Missouri. Obviously there was some culture shock involved - but luckily I found JP rather serendipitously. Jamaica Plain happens to be the greenest neighborhood in Boston and felt more comfortable to me. In 1997, Jamaica Plain had the third highest percentage of tree cover of all Boston neighborhoods and the highest percentage in the Heart of the City. Jamaica Plain is nestled between tremendous open space resources, including Franklin Park, the Arnold Arboretum, the Forest Hills Cemetery, Jamaica Pond, the Allandale Woods Urban Wild, and the Southwest Corridor Park, as well as numerous other smaller parks, tot-lots, and playgrounds. Jamaica Plain contains or is adjacent to more than 1,250 acres of open space. In other words, there's plenty of space for hiking, biking, fishing, etc. right here around the house. However, all the wonderful culture, history and architecture is just moments away. The Orange Line "T" is just a block away and will whisk you downtown (8 min) and beyond.
The Unique Benefits at this Condominium
We are right in the middle of it! There's absolutely no need for a car here. The Stony Brook Station (Orange Line) is a block away and will have you Downtown in 8-10 min. There you can change to the Red Line (to Harvard and MIT), Blue Line (airport), or the Green Line (all sorts of places). There are many buses nearby including the #39 to the medical area, Museum of Fine Arts and downtown. Fenway Park is only 3 mi (believe it or not we walk it - it's just easier and cheaper than parking there). All of the amenities you need are within walking distance. Visit the "Brewery" just a block away for Ula Cafe where you'll find amazing coffee and an outstanding strada or brioche. The only gym in JP, Bella Luna gourmet pizza and bar, and the Boston Beer Company for delicious, fresh Sam Adams Beer. You are surrounded by parks and assorted types of green space as mentioned above. All within walking or biking distance. Pack a lunch and head to Frederick Law Olmsted designed Franklin Park with America's oldest zoo and golf course! Visit Forest Hills Cemetery where you will find scores of notable Bostonians (don't expect autographs) or Harvard's beautiful Arnold Arboretum. Go for a sail on Jamaica Pond or a bike ride down the Southwest Corridor. Centre Street is a 15 minute walk away with Thai, Irish, Chinese, Italian, American, ice cream, Mexican, Cuban, Dominican, Northern & Southern Indian, Middle Eastern, Japanese, vegetarian, fusion, etc. It's like a Benetton ad for food. I could go on and on.
Owner's Map of Boston
My name is William and I have lived in Jamaica Plain for 17 years. My wife Christine & I are Realtors with Prudential. We have a 4 year old daughter named Vitoria and a dog named Early (don't worry - not a barker). We gut renovated our 140 year old Mansard Victorian ourselves. There wasn't much historic detail left so we went modern. We love architecture, design and landscaping and are constantly working on our home. We hope you enjoy your stay with us.
Property Photos
- Facade & gardens - Boston, MA Brewery District Condominium with Wi-Fi, near Restaurants and Sightseeing
- - Boston, MA Brewery District Condominium with Wi-Fi, near Restaurants and Sightseeing
- Open living, dining and kitchen - Boston, MA Brewery District Condominium with Wi-Fi, near Restaurants and Sightseeing
- Master bedroom w/walk-in closet an door to garden
- Stainless steel kitchen ajoins washer/dryer and pantry
- New bath w/beautiful tile
- Giant sectional and flat screen TV w/cable
- Front bedroom has bay window w/Eames chair
- Stone path and sitting area
- One of many Mansard Victorians built by German brewers in th mid 1800s
- Office alcove w/wireless internet
- Vegetable bed and patio.
- Raised bed, European Hornbeams, Okame Cherry, delicate ferns and much more.
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Karen , Woodstock, IL
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Review Submitted: June 24, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2009 I had a wonderful stay here. So much better than a cold, corporate hotel. Christine and Will were lovely and handled everything with great care. The apartment was spotless and had everything I needed. It's very quiet as well and close to so many things in JP-Christine gave me great directions to a local grocery store and other local cafes. I've traveled a lot and stayed in many different places..this was definitely one of my favorites. (Originally posted on Homeaway)
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roomy JP condo Ttiimm Queens, NY Review Submitted: June 16, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2009 The home was really welcoming and beautiful, and Will, the owner, was friendly and very helpful. We had frequent emails before and after the visit, and he met us (saved us a street spot!) when we arrived. The apartment is spacious with plenty of room for our whole family, and conveniently around the corner from the T (orange line, Stony Brook) and this cool converted brewery that had a nice coffee place and pizza bar. We mostly drove for events downtown or in Cambridge, and the house was never more than 15 min from anywhere. The street was quiet and parking was never hard. The apartment had everything we needed: full kitchen, washer/dryer, sleeping for 5 (2 kids), easy temperature control, privacy, etc. The owners were attentive, nice and very accommodating. They immediately supplied us with anything we needed, even furniture! Some times of the day the main living room is a little dark, but the bedrooms got plenty of natural light. We definitely plan to call Will the next time our family comes to Boston. (Originally posted on Homeaway)
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A fun weekend in Boston and easy to access! Gabi from NYC New York City - Manhattan Review Submitted: June 19, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2009 Our stay at Arthouse was wonderful (my husband and I and our two young children, ages 4 and 2)! If we decide on another trip back, we will gladly stay there again! The hosts were available if we needed anything and very friendly, wish we had more time to chat with them. It was fun to stay in a renovated space that is still in an area that is developing. I grew up nearby and am blow away by the changes in the neighborhood. Parking was easy, the beds were comfortable and the cherry and almond scones were just a stone's throw away at nearby Ula Cafe. Had we had the opportunity, we would have checked out the brewery and restaurant too. The condo was spacious and easy to find ourselves at home. I went running in the am along the SW corridor, enjoyed others going for bike-rides and dog walks. We loved the fact that Stonybrook T stop was a 3 minute walk from the condo. We spent an entire day in Boston and using the T was fantastic (we are NYers so really appreciate mass transit). If you do not mind a changing neighborhood and love green space and urban digs, this is the place for you! Fun to be in JP for the weekend. We spent two days heading to all sorts of attractions: Contemporary Art Museum, Children's Museum, Swan Boats, Harbor Cruise, North End, downtown, public gardens, Harvard Square and Toscaninis Icecream and it was so easy to get around. Nothing was more than a 10-15 minute drive or a quick subway ride. Thank you to our hosts! Really enjoyed our visit and the apartment! We will be back! (Originally posted on Homeaway)
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This place is just like a home away from home. Seriously. It has every convenience you could ask for (full, well equipped kitchen, W/D, linens, flat screen TV, wifi) and TONS of space. Its very clean and crisp in its interior decoration and, although we couldn't make much use of it during our very rainy stay, a beautiful private garden. The place is hyper convenient to the "T" and excellent food (Ten Tables, Canto 6) is just a short walk away through a charming neighborhood. All of this - yet it is SO inexpensive for Boston. (Originally posted on Homeaway)
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Cale Nelson , Manhattan Beach, CA
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Terry , Brewer, ME
Homeowner Response:
Stop, you're making me blush.