Union Square House

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Somerville, MA

Harvard University3 min drive
Harvard Square4 min drive
Massachusetts Institute of Technology4 min drive
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)18 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

In the middle of Union Square with tons of restaurants, music, bars and farmers market, yet on a small cul de sac with a private and comfy garden oasis. Best of all, steps to the new Train station to take you directly to all Boston has to offer.
We love our location and our home. Quirky yet comfy. Two floors of living with a full kitchen, new rain shower bathroom, and 3 bedrooms and a cozy living room.

Property manager

Joe Raser

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Microwave

Living/Dining area

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Steep European style stairs to third level with 2 of the three bedrooms.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number C0253642740

About the neighborhood

Somerville

This vacation home is located in Prospect Hill, a neighborhood in Somerville. Encore Boston Harbor and Boston Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Boston Common and Revere Beach. Check out an event or a game at TD Garden, and consider making time for New England Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.

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Somerville, MA

What's nearby

Harvard University - 3 min drive
Encore Boston Harbor - 3 min drive
Harvard Square - 4 min drive
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 4 min drive
TD Garden - 4 min drive

Getting around

Union Square Station - 5 min walk
East Somerville Station - 10 min walk
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

Vinal Bakery - 5 min walk
Bloc Cafe - 4 min walk
Dunkin' - 3 min walk
Remnant Brewing - 6 min walk
Juliet - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Union Square House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Union Square House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Union Square House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Union Square House located?

Located in Prospect Hill, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Harvard University, Harvard Square, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Encore Boston Harbor and TD Garden are also within 3 mi (5 km). Union Square Station is 5 minutes by foot and East Somerville Station is 10 minutes.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Apr 29, 2024

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

A Boston Launchpad

Joe's place is v well-situated for exploring central Boston and its many tourist splendors. The T (subway) station is a 5-minute walk and then you have quick and easy access to all parts of the city. This newish train line extension makes Union Square feel like the Williamsburg/Brooklyn of Boston – a hip neighbourhood itself with superior travel options into the main parts of the center (which is perhaps why Union Square is now the hot neighbourhood for new restaurants in Boston). The house is a home, not a rental property, so it is full of charm and amenities. It will well-maintained and, while the internal stairways are steep, my young kids and not-so-young parents had minimal trouble navigating them thanks to the bannisters in place. Finally, the host is well-organized, informative, responsive and really friendly. A first-rate experience.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Apr 16, 2024

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

Great place to stay on Marathon Weekend!

We were in town for my husband and his 15th Boston Marathon. We are looking for something nice but reasonably priced. This property fit the bill. Communication with Joe was excellent. He responded quickly to every question. The entry code was supplied to us in a timely manner before check-in. For informational purposes only, the entire apartment is on the second floor. The main entry is private and enters a stairway leading up to it. Property is extremely clean and well maintained. The bathroom has been recently renovated and is very nice and updated. A blow dryer is included as well as various shampoos and conditioners. The kitchen has all major necessities including a drip coffee maker, a microwave, a gas stove, plates and utensils and cookware. The main floor bedroom with a queen size bed is a sufficient size although a tight squeeze for the bed. There is the narrow and very steep short stairway leading up to the top two bedrooms. There is no AC but two box fans are located in closets and were more than adequate for us to stay comfortable this time of year (April) Also, a large smart TV is in the main living area. It's only a 5 minute walk to the T station, which connects to all downtown rails. We very much enjoyed our stay and I highly recommend it should your travels bring you to Boston. *We realized there was a foam athletic roller sitting in the living area. I don't know if it is always there or added for us but that thoughtful gesture did not go unnoticed!!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Jan 14, 2024

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

Comfortable and convenient

Clean, well-organized place. Host incredibly helpful and easy to deal with. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Oct 14, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Pros: Plenty of room for our family of 5. Our kids loved the upstairs bedrooms and little backyard. Very close to shopping/dining and we loved the Maprang Bakery for breakfast! Walkable distance to Harvard & plenty of parks & playgrounds nearby. Owner was a fast communicator and accommodating to our requests. Cons: Would not be a good choice for visitors with mobility issues (steep stairs, beds are very low to the ground).

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

al b.

Oct 9, 2023

Disliked: Location

Not worth it - bare minimum on accommodations

We are normally staying in a hotel, but there were six of us and the VRBO seemed a better option. We stayed one of the two nights, opting to get a hotel for night two instead of staying. The apartment - on the second/third floor is fine. The bedroom we stayed in was not. The bed was jammed into the room so that only one person could touch the floor. There is an overwhelming pet odor. There is only parking for one car - maybe. No dishwasher or laundry, kind of standard in a short term rental. No live tv, only streaming on one smart tv in the living room.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023