[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Spacious Private Retreat Near Downtown Boston! Vacation home in Newton with kitchen and patio ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91180000/91175300/91175252/a1dabbd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91180000/91175300/91175252/c46732a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91180000/91175300/91175252/b393c725.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91180000/91175300/91175252/4b8cb646.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91180000/91175300/91175252/262548f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 0 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102592 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Spacious Private Retreat Near Downtown Boston! Explore the very best of Auburndale from the comfort & convenience of this spacious private getaway! Perfectly situated just minutes from Boston with local shops and cafes right around the corner, enjoy the 33-acre Crystal Lake, the historic charm of Newton or all of the exciting attractions downtown has to offer just a short drive away. Visit Boston Common, Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, Quincy Market & more! The perfect place for family & friends, you will love this private retreat in Auburndale! \*Please note that this is a duplex with two separate entrances to each unit. Recently upgraded and beautifully furnished throughout, this spacious and private getaway built in 1895 contains two apartments with traditional floor plans, modern kitchens, dining areas, dedicated workspaces, and a living rooms with 65” Smart TV. Fully appointed kitchens with appliances, including stove, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. Bedrooms are comfortably furnished with fresh crisp new linens, pillows, and bed coverings. Spacious living rooms includes a comfy sleeper sofas for guests seeking additional sleeping accommodations, an open backyard, onsite parking, free high-speed WiFi, and keyless access. The heating system will only be available in October until the end of April, or the beginning of May. Laundry machines are not available for guest use at this time, however there is a local laundromat nearby about 1.2 miles away. Start your day with Starbucks, Dunkin' Donuts, Bruegger's Bagels, or a local favorite The Knotty Pine a short walk away! Guests have full access and complete privacy inside the home and may enjoy full use of the outdoor amenities. Instructions for access, check-in, check-out, and directions to the home are provided in the house manual on VRBO. When checking out, please be sure all windows and doors are locked prior to your departure. If you have any questions about the property, or if you need any additional information regarding calendar availability, directions, parking, access, or check-in/check-out procedures please contact us directly using the message center on VRBO. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 2,592 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32625600/32625591/239b2aed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harvard House: Make Your 2025 Family Gathering Unforgettable" Piety Corner - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 68 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=32625591&PinnedHotelID=32625591&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18979600/18979520/9b8024ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic house renovated for modern convenience Brighton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 129 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=18979520&PinnedHotelID=18979520&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114160000/114157000/114156917/3cdadefd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cool 4BR Condo, Close 2 City, NEWLY RENOVATED Newton Corner - Washer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $485 CA $888 total includes taxes & fees Oct 22 - Oct 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=114156917&PinnedHotelID=114156917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106480000/106478700/106478660/16839edc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Enchanting Hidden Door Escape Stoneham - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 22 reviews CA $370 CA $889 total includes taxes & fees Oct 22 - Oct 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=106478660&PinnedHotelID=106478660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24260000/24251400/24251380/0610cb8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful 6000 sq ft home 20 min to Boston Newton - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 78 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=24251380&PinnedHotelID=24251380&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82980000/82970800/82970798/d69d6830.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Terrific vacation house only 4.5 miles away from downtown Boston West Roxbury - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 48 reviews CA $442 CA $951 total includes taxes & fees Oct 21 - Oct 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=82970798&PinnedHotelID=82970798&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48610000/48606200/48606155/35095d75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Maverick - Luxurious Apartment - Near Airport/Downtown - Free Parking! 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Auburndale - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available 9.4 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=90346311&PinnedHotelID=90346311&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 24 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number C0403832070 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=42.347305,-71.2433&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wynaGruyqL%3FU%3FS%40U%3FU%40S%3FS%40U%40U%40SBS%40UBUBQBU%40SBUDSBSDSBSDSDSDSDQDSFQDSFQDSFQFQFQHQFQFQHQHOFQHOHOHOHOJOHOJMHMJOJMJMJMHMLKJMJKLKJKLKJKLILILKLIJILINILELILGNGLELGNELENELENELENCNCLCNANCNANCLAN%3FNANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%3FL%40NBN%40NBN%40LBNBNBLDNDLDNDLDNDLFNDLFLFLHLFNFLHJHLHLJLHLHJJLJJJLJJJJLLJHLJLJLJLJNHLJLHNJNHNHNHNHNFPHNHPFPFPHPFPFPFRDPFPDRFPDRDRDPDRDRBRDRBRDRBTBR%40TBPBT%40TBR%40R%40T%40T%3FR%40R%40T%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FTATAR%3FRATATARCRATCTCRARCRCTERCRERCREREREPERERGPERGPERGRGPGNIPGPGPIPINGPININININKNINKLILKNKLKLKLILMJKLKJMJKJMJKJMHMJMHMHKHMHOFMHMFMFMFOFMDODMDOFMDODMBOBOBMBOBO%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAMAOAOCOAOCMCOCOCMCOEMEOGMEOEMEMGOGMGMGMGOIMIKIMIMIMKMIKKMKKKMKKKKMMKIMKMKMKMKOIMKMIOKOIOIOIOIOGQIOIQGQGQIQGOGQGSESGQESGQESEQESESESCSESCSESCUASCSCSCUAUCSASAUAU%3FSAS%3FUAU%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QHc360j6oQaHfJwGAbgZtNGcJDc=) Newton Auburndale, MA #### What's nearby - Boston Children's at Waltham - 4 min drive - 3.9 km - Brandeis University - 5 min drive - 2.9 km - Boston College - 8 min drive - 8.3 km - Babson College - 8 min drive - 7.8 km - Harvard University - 10 min drive - 11.2 km #### Getting around - Newton Auburndale Station - 7 min walk - Riverside Station - 20 min walk - Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Burger King - ‬19 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk - ‪Concierge Lounge - ‬14 min walk - ‪Paddy's Public House - ‬2 min drive - ‪Dunkin' Donuts - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spacious Private Retreat Near Downtown Boston! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Spacious Private Retreat Near Downtown Boston!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Spacious Private Retreat Near Downtown Boston!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Spacious Private Retreat Near Downtown Boston! located? > Located in Auburndale, this vacation home is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Boston Children's at Waltham and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Brandeis University. Boston College and Bentley College are also within 6 mi (10 km). Riverside Station is 20 minutes by foot and Newton Auburndale Station is 7 minutes. ## Have a question? 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