Funky and cozy home ! A little bit of everything for everyone.
4 bedroom brickhouse smack right in the middle of Arlington Centre. 10 minutes from Harvard and 15 minutes to downtown and Logan airport. Sleeps 8.
Nestled in one of the safest cities in America, this charming brick house offers a tranquil retreat that is minutes from star locations such as Boston and Harvard Square and only seconds away from multiple food chains such as Starbucks, Cafe Nero, Dunkin Donuts, and Abbots ice cream. If you are seeking other options, there are Thai, Japanese, Italian, Mexican, Chinese, Indian, and American restaurants just steps away. Want to make something yourself? Wholefoods Organic Supermarket and Walgreens is just a 5 minute walk away.
After a day of adventures, return to our cozy home and unwind in our comfortable rooms, each equipped with its own unique theme and hotel bedding. Whether it be our Old Hollywood Dining room, our trendy living room, or our Black and White bedroom, we have something to fit everyone’s style!
Want some chill fun? Enjoy access to our full-sized foosball table, air hockey table, Pac-Man machine, and record player.
Home includes:
- Newly furnished apartment - High speed WIFI suitable for remote working - 2 parking spots included - Hotel bedding - Hair dryer included - Washing and dryer machine - Central A/C and heating - Dishwasher - Towels and towelettes - Complete kitchen including stovetop, refrigerator, oven and microwave - DeLonghi coffee machine - Toaster - Barbeque Grill - Spices
Distances to nearby attractions:
- Starbucks - 1 minute walk - Cafe Nero - 1 minute walk - Donut Villa Diner - 1 minute away - Tatte Bakery - 5 minutes walk - Convenient store - 1 minute walk - Butternut Bakery - 8 minutes walk - Spypond and playground - 5 minutes walk - Minuteman bike trail - 3 minutes walk - Gym - 3 minutes walk (free first visit and USD20 for each subsequent visit) - Wholefood organic supermarket - 7 minutes walk - Stop & Shop - 8 minutes walk - CVS Pharmacy - 7 minutes walk - Walgreen Pharmacy - 5 minutes walk - Bus station - 1 minute walk - Train station - 10 minutes drive to Alewife station/Porter Square station - 10 minutes drive to Harvard square/Harvard University - 10 minutes drive to Cambridge - 15 minutes drive to Boston - 15 minutes drive to Financial District - 5 minutes to Tufts University - As well fine dining and fantastic takeout available all within minutes of this location
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please ask for prior approval from host.
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Please contact host to discuss about your pets.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number C0494190100
Property # 4082419vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Please ask for prior approval from host.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Arlington
Arlington is home to this holiday home. Museum of Science and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Encore Boston Harbor and Boston Harbor. Travelling with kids? Make time for New England Aquarium, or head to an event or a match at Fenway Park. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
Arlington Friends of the Drama - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Alewife Brook Reservation - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Tufts University - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
West Medford Station - 3 min drive
Medford / Tufts Station - 5 min drive
Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Dunkin' - 9 min walk
Dunkin' - 5 min walk
Dunkin' - 14 min walk
Tatte - 6 min walk
Caffe Nero - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Funky and cozy home ! A little bit of everything for everyone. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Funky and cozy home ! A little bit of everything for everyone. ?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Funky and cozy home ! A little bit of everything for everyone. on 4 Oct 2026 start from £491, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Funky and cozy home ! A little bit of everything for everyone. ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Funky and cozy home ! A little bit of everything for everyone. ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Funky and cozy home ! A little bit of everything for everyone. ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Funky and cozy home ! A little bit of everything for everyone. located?
Located in Arlington, this family-friendly holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Tufts University, and within 6 mi (10 km) of LEGO® Discovery Center Boston and Harvard Square. Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are also within 6 miles (10 km). Alewife Station is 29 minutes by foot and West Medford Station is 22 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This is a great, pet-friendly house for those traveling to the Boston area. Mass transit is literally right around the corner, making it easy to everywhere without having to drive. The area is quiet and walkable. The unit was very clean and well stocked with everything you might need during your stay.
We had a great time in Arlington. It’s a very comfortable and well-stocked home close to restaurants, stores, and bus lines. Cherie is an excellent host — thank you!
Cheryl G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan 2026
Thank you for your kind review Cheryl. I really appreciate it. I hope to host you and your family again.
We were a family of 6 (3 adults and 3 kids, aged 8, 10, and 13) and we all loved the house! It was decorated beautifully and had so many activities and toys for the kids, something you don't see in a lot of rentals. They had a blast with the piano, foosball, air hockey, putting green, and the big dry erase board in the kitchen. There was enough space for everyone, and it's located conveniently by lots of restaurants within walking distance. The host also did an amazing job stocking supplies - everything we could've possibly needed was there. We had a small problem with the toilets and within just a couple of hours, Cherie was able to get it resolved while we were out exploring Boston. Very responsive and thoughtful. Don't know if/when I'll come back to Boston but will definitely keep this place in mind and recommend it to others.
We had a wonderful stay here! My husband and I were visiting for the annual MIT Mystery Hunt, and brought my parents along to watch our 2.5 year old twins during the day. There was plenty of room for everyone and we were all so comfortable. The kids loved the toys and games, and we were happy that we could bring my parents' senior dog with us. The apartment is very well equipped, especially for folks traveling with small kids. It had everything we needed and more. We would happily visit again!
Lauren M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2026
Hi Lauren, thank you so much for your kind review. I really appreciate it. Take care !
Our family loved the home. The kids liked the games. The parents loved the communication from hosts and cleanliness of home. Really great stay in a good location.
Sarah J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2025
Thank you so much for your kind and fabulous review Sarah. We can’t ask for more ! Take care !
We had a wonderful stay! The home was gorgeous and in a delightful neighborhood. My kids were enamored with all airhockey and fusball tables. Home had everything we needed. Check in and out were seemless.
S H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2025
Thank you for your kind review Sara ! We can’t ask for more !
This is a really great apartment in a very convenient location, Cherie was a very attentive host and really we couldn’t have asked for better accommodation for our needs as a family. Thank you.
James M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2025
Thank you for your kind review James. We really appreciate it.
The home is beautiful and very well maintained! If you like art, you'll love the decor! Very comfortable beds!! Bathroom amenities were top-notch! Kitchen was fully stocked with everything necessary to make a newlin
Robert T.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2024
Thank you so much for the kind review Robert ! It means a lot to me. We would love to host you and your group again on your next visit to Boston. Till then, take care !
The space was much larger than we expected. Plenty of space for all 8 of us to be in one room but also lots of space to sit quietly and read a book while other socialized. Beds were very comfortable, especially the pillows! Home was stocked with all you need. 10-15 minute drive to the T and tons of restaurants within walking distance.
Jennifer P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2025
Thank you for your fabulous and kind review ! We can’t ask for more😀. Hope to host your group again in the future. Take care !
This place was amazing! Being able to just walk out and have places to eat was a dream. Cherie was always easy to reach and was accommodating with any requests I had. She also gave me some great food recommendations for places nearby, such as Umi Sushi (my personal favorite). The place had great decor and it was so easy to get to Boston and Harvard square. Wish we were able to stay longer. 10/10, would stay again. Thanks again Cherie!
Milan M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2024
Thank you so much for the kind and lovely review Milan ! Would love to host you and your group again on your next visit to Boston. Take care !
Brickhouse was so clean and the beds were wonderful. There were plenty of towels. Kitchen so very well stocked with first rate appliances and all the pots and pans you could need for a large group. We were a large group and had everything we needed.Our great host always promptly responded and went out of her way to accommodate our requests yet was never intrusive. Great area to be in with great coffee spots. If I had to list any improvements it would be a comfy couch or chair would be welcome but that is minor.
Frances H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2025
Thank you for your kind review Frances ! We really appreciate you taking your time for writing us a fabulous review. Can’t ask for more ! Please come back and visit us on your next visit to Boston.
Our family had a wonderful time at this lovely home which easily served a variety of ages and interests. House was super clean, cleverly decorated, and convenient to all sorts of shops and restaurants along Mass Ave. The adults appreciated the roomy, well-stocked kitchen and the sunny airy feel of the house. Older kids enjoyed the fussball game and the golf putting "rug" on the porch. Little kids loved the small bedroom with lots of toys, including a PacMan video game. The host was super accommodating and helpful with a couple issues we had with kitchen appliances, which she resolved quickly and efficiently for us. Lots of great memories here. We highly recommend!
This property is beautiful and couldn’t have asked for a better host. The entrance was a bit confusing but glad Cherie was actually there to assist since she stays on the lower level. With that being said she 100% gave us our privacy yet made herself available if needed. The home was so cute , had everything you needed and more, cute fresh flowers and complimentary drinks and snacks. If I come back to Boston I will definitely not hesitate to stay here again. Took my daughter trick or treating around the neighborhood and loved that we had near by options for food and necessities. Thank you so much Cherie for being Amazon!
Crystal O.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2024
Thank you so much Crystal for writing us a fabulous review. You made my weekend !🙏🏻. Hope to host your family again in the near future. Till then, take care !
Great house for me and my wife and two adult daughters, plus our two dogs.Everything about the house is wonderful and adaptable to groups of various sizes. The house is big enough that everyone can have their own space for reading, working etc. There is a great family room as you enter, as well as a sun room in front and very nice dining room and kitchen. Comfortable beds and very nice bathrooms. Dogs loved the easy access to the spacious fenced-in yard. Owner lives onsite and responded immediately to all questions and requests. Owner had entire driveway and sidewalk shoveled the morning after a big nighttime snowfall.We plan to come back to this house again when we visit our daughter who lives in the area.
Dennis S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your kind and wonderful review Dennis. We can’t ask for more😀 and looking forward to your next stay with us. Take care !