Architectural, Accessible, Charming House, Lovely Boston Neighborhood
About the property
- House2200 sqft
- Bedrooms4
- Sleeps7
- Bathrooms2
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay6 nights
3 to 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 with roll-in shower), sleeps 7
Roomy, comfortable 3- to 4- bedroom house in lively, green Jamaica Plain. Fully accessible 1st floor has well-equipped gourmet kitchen, dining room, light-filled living room, book room, large bedroom, TV/4th bedroom and bathroom with roll-in shower.
The 2nd floor has two sizable bedrooms, washer/dryer, and bathroom with whirlpool tub. The accessible back deck has a Weber Grill, table for six or more and a tilting shade umbrella. The garden is roomy, with lawn, oak tree and herbs.
The transformed house, recently renovated by renowned architect Bill Boehm, was featured in the Boston Globe Magazine.
Located in the Pondside area, it’s just a block from Jamaica Pond, which has walking paths, seasonal boats and fishing—part of the Olmsted Emerald Necklace. JP has excellent locally owned restaurants, and is less than 4 miles from the State House downtown.
Parking available, transit nearby. Easy access to museums, shopping, concerts, universities. Bring the whole family! Enjoy a reunion, visit local colleges, gather friends for special events. Or get friends together for feasting, talking, shopping. It’s beautiful and fun.
Owner
Jane Bowers
- Response rate:
- 90%
- Response time:
- within one day
- Speaks:
- english, some spanish & french
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 22, 2018
About Jane Bowers
I've spent pretty much all my long adult life in Boston, active in local affairs and working with community based nonprofit organizations. As a lover of this city, I am proud and pleased to help others enjoy its many charms.
Why Jane Bowers chose Jamaica Hills / Pond
This house, renovated quite completely in 2004, is a wonderful base for me in the lovely Jamaica Plain neighborhood, and is fully accessible for wheelchair users. It is my own residence and I rent the house out when I travel, especially to visit my sons & grandson.
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Accessible
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7
- Bedroom 11 queen
- Bedroom 21 queen
- Bedroom 31 double
- Bedroom 41 twin/ single
- Bedrooms 1 and 2 on second floor share deluxe bathroom with whirlpool tub and glass-enclosed shower. Bedroom 3 on first floor is near book room and kitchen and fully accessible bathroom. Bedroom 4 may be a lounge/TV room or may be a private bedroom.
Bathrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1toilet, tub, shower, jetted tub
- Bathroom 2toilet, shower, roll-in shower, fully accessible
Location Type
- Downtown
- Lake
- Near The Ocean
- Town
Theme
- Family
- Historic
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Laundry Soap
- Air Conditioning
- Basic Soaps
- Broadband Access
- Ceiling Fans
- Clothes Dryer
- Fireplace
- Fitness Room / Equipment
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Alarm Clock
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Local Maps
- Parking
- Parking Off Street
- Parking On Street
- Telephone
- Toilet Paper
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Wireless Internet
- Wood Stove
Kitchen
- Grill
- 4 Ring Stove
- Coffee Grinder
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Blender
- Lobster Pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Stove
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining Room
- comfy seating for 8 people
Entertainment
- Books
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Radio
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- Television
Outside
- Deck / Patio
- Lawn / Garden
- Outdoor Grill
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Wood Deck
Suitability
- suitable for elderly or infirm
- wheelchair accessibleHouse is accessible for wheelchair access via a ramp on the side. First floor is fully accessible, including bathroom with roll-in shower, and wide doorways. Second floor is not accessible.
Pool / Spa
- Jacuzzi
- Whirlpool
Attractions
- live theater
- arboretum
- botanical garden
- churches
- cinemas
- library
- autumn foliage
- museums
- playground
- pond
- restaurants
- synagogues
- zoo
Leisure Activities
- antiquing
- bird watching
- paddle boating
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- whale watching
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- medical services
29 Reviews
Latest reviews
Beautiful Home and Convenient Location
A beautiful house we instantly felt at home even 3500 miles from it.
Home away from home
"Home away from home"
Thank you so much for such a warm review! I'm so glad you liked the house and the neighborhood. That is what I always hope: that renters will find it well- supplied and convenient. Did you say also that you went to Fenway and saw our wonderful Red Sox put on a great hitting show? I will always hope that they can do a repeat performance for future guests.
Fabulous Boston property - in Jamaica Plain
Thank you so much for your response. I am always particularly happy when food lovers take advantage of the wonderful restaurants, farmers' markets, and other places (like my kitchen) that are available in Jamaica Plain. For myself I think of the neighborhood as food heaven. And I'm glad when people use the kitchen -- the appliances, the spices, the herbs growing outside. That's what they are for!
Homey, Quiet and Comfortable
Thanks so much for your review. I'm so glad you enjoyed staying in my house and enjoying at least one of the amazing restaurants that are close by.
Location
Beautiful location for history & today: Freedom Trail & Paul Revere House; Red Sox & Celtics; Harvard, MIT, BU, BC & dozens of other colleges and universities. Fall leaf-peeping, Winter lights, Spring blossoms, Summer outdoors. Go to theater, symphony, art galleries, world music. Great museums of art, science, history. Jamaica Plain, city neighborhood with a small town feel, is known for private & public gardens like Arnold Arboretum, for a shopping street with all conveniences and few chains. And such great food! Award winning restaurants like Ten Tables feature locally grown produce; bakeries like Blue Frog make you drool.
Rates & Availability
Additional information about rental rates
Please contact owner for rental rates. Refundable $500 Security Deposit Required. Security deposit plus 50% required to hold reservation; balance due 21 days prior to arrival. Full refund 28 days prior to arrival. 50% refund 14 days prior to arrival. Deposit (less damages) Returned Within 7 Business Days of Departure. US Holidays that fall on weekdays are subject to weekend rates.