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Discover a selection of 1,000 vacation rentals in Watertown, MA that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and WiFi. Prices start at $100 per night, and condos and houses are popular options for a stay in Watertown. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.
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A place to make your base in Boston
The site of one of the earliest English settlements in the New World, Watertown is welcoming community in the Greater Boston area. With its proud American Revolutionary War history and large Armenian population, Watertown is a draw for history buffs and culture vultures. The neighborhood vibe, local shops and restaurants, and plenty of family-friendly activities there are many reasons to choose to stay in one of the Watertown vacation rentals, while the area also makes an ideal base for exploring the iconic sights and attractions of Boston and Cambridge – not least Harvard and MIT.
Things to do
Explore Massachusetts from Watertown
Downtown Boston can be reached in less than half an hour from Watertown, so choosing a Watertown vacation rental is convenient for the many duck tours, sightseeing tours, and cultural attractions of Boston. If you're staying at your Watertown vacation rental with kids, don't miss the Boston Children's Museum or the the riveting Revolutionary War experience on the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum. Art lovers are spoiled for also choice: the Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and Isabella Stewart Gardner museum are all waiting to beguile you in the city.
Activities
Discover historic Watertown
Watertown's most famous landmark is probably Mount Auburn, America's first landscaped cemetery and a National Historic Landmark. It marks the boundary of Watertown and Cambridge, and visitors are welcome to walk the tranquil avenues, arboretum, and nature paths. You'll also encounter many historic buildings as you walk around this charming town. To the south of Watertown, the Charles River meanders towards Boston Harbor and Massachusetts Bay. Beside its banks, walkers and cyclists can pick up the Dr. Paul Dudley White Bike Path, a long riverside greenway which connects Galen Street in Watertown with the Museum of Science in Boston.
Weather
Watertown through the seasons
New England is famed for its autumnal color and there is no doubting that fall is a wonderful time to visit the Boston area. As winter approaches, temperatures plummet and snow is not uncommon – making for an atmospheric winter sojourn at any Watertown vacation rental. Spring and summer are equally pleasant times to visit, with the riverside locations and green spaces very pleasant to explore in the sunshine. The summer months are also the perfect time to charter a boat and set sail across Boston Harbor – or take a tour on a classic schooner.
Natural features
Get outdoors in Watertown
As well as the Watertown Armory Park, and Boston Commons in downtown Boston, Franklin Park is a ravishing green space worth visiting. The great country park sprawls for hundreds of acres, and has a golf course, sports facilities, a lake, picnic areas, old stone ruins, and large forested areas. As well as being the site of Schoolmaster Hill, where Ralph Waldo Emerson once resided, it is also home to the Franklin Park zoo. The zoo draws visitors from across the Greater Boston area and exhibits include lions, tigers, gorillas, and other exotic animals from around the world.
How to get there
Traveling to and around Watertown
The nearest airport is in Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.), located 8.1 mi (13 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could also fly into Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field), which is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) away.
How many vacation rentals are available around Watertown, MA?
Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 771 vacation rentals around Watertown. From 532 condo and apartment rentals to 81 house rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.
Can I rent Condos/Apartments in Watertown?
Yes, of course. Vrbo has 532 Condos/Apartments in Watertown. Our other popular types of vacation rentals in Watertown include:
- Houses: 81 rentals available
- Studios: 478 rentals available
- Townhouses: 13 rentals available
But you can also enjoy a great stay in one of our other vacation rentals including Hotels and more.
Can I find a vacation rental with pool in Watertown?
Yes, you can select your preferred vacation rental with pool among our 45 vacation rentals with pool available in Watertown. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.