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Harborfront Villa, Charming Mix of Contemporary and Turn of the Century Elegance

Beachfront villa with kitchen and balcony

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Front Entrance
Outside seating and Garden area
Garden Fountain
View from Madonna Hill looking over the Villa to the Boston Skyline
Sunroom overlooking harbor and Boston skyline

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Boston, MA
  • Place, Revere Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, New England Aquarium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, TD Garden
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Harborfront Villa, Charming Mix of Contemporary and Turn of the Century Elegance

The Villa at Eastie overlooks the harbor and shipping channels, early morning lobstermen can be seen from the sunroom hauling their traps, as well as the ships coming to port. Plane bugs (id book) will love the spectacular view of Logan Int. Airport. At the end of the street is Constitution Beach. There are kayaks for the adventurous or relax in the fountain garden. Smell the sea breeze and reminisce about the politics that must have been discussed in this former Senators home. Entertain in the formal dining room under the crystal chandelier or relax and read a book on one of the balconies overlooking the harbor. The Blue line (T)(public trans) is only two blocks away and offers a ride to the airport station and free shuttle bus to your terminal, a few more stops and you are downtown for world class shopping, restaurants, museums and the Swan boats ride. Ask about antiquing in the area.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must always be under adult supervision
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Events

No events allowed
Written permission for all, prior to occupancy
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a non smoking property and yard

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
All used bath towels, hand towels and wash cloths left in bathtub. Leave beds unmade. Leave unused bath towels, hand towels and wash cloths on the closet racks.
Wastebaskets in the kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms emptied and put in trash receptacles in the garage. Trash and recyclables in the bins in garage.
Exit Villa by back door leaving keys on kitchen counter. Have a safe trip home!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No Third Party Bookings or Parties No Added Overnight Guests Covid Rules apply, see WWW. Mass.Gov for rules in Mass.
Covid: If you are feeling ill see WWW. Mass.Gov for rules in the state of Massachusetts

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Written permission for all, prior to occupancy
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR416374, C0131800351

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Boston

Located on the beach, this villa is in East Boston, a neighbourhood in Boston. Boston Harbor and Encore Boston Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Newbury Street. Travelling with kids? Don't miss New England Aquarium and Museum of Science. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Revere Beach - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • New England Aquarium - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Boston Harbor - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • TD Garden - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Boston Common - 9 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Chelsea Station - 6 min drive
  • Orient Heights Station - 8 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Courtyard Marriott Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Renegade's Pub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Harborfront Villa, Charming Mix of Contemporary and Turn of the Century Elegance pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Harborfront Villa, Charming Mix of Contemporary and Turn of the Century Elegance?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Harborfront Villa, Charming Mix of Contemporary and Turn of the Century Elegance?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Harborfront Villa, Charming Mix of Contemporary and Turn of the Century Elegance located?

Located in East Boston, this beachfront villa is in the city centre, 2 mi (3.2 km) from Suffolk University, and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Revere Beach. Boston Harbor and Boston Common are also within 6 miles (10 km). Orient Heights Station is 8 minutes by foot and Suffolk Downs Station is 18 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful large home. Great location and only a 10 minute walk to the T(blue line). We enjoyed the view of the bay and watching the planes arrive and takeoff from airport, unfortunately you can also hear them. I didn't bother us though and we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cordelia S.

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

Amazing location & home

Such a unique, thoughtful home. Lots of space and vintage. Very kind, communicative hosts. Home is old, so a little stuffy but open windows fix that. Great location near the Orient Heights T station (metro), & beautiful view on the water of the airport. Overall, perfect place for a friends weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

Very comfortable, conveniently located, and full of history and art.

Boston natives were very hospitable, friendly and fun. We were able to pack a week's worth of activities in the short time we were there. It would have been just as nice to hang out at the house and enjoy the ambiance and views.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

Awesome home for our traveling needs

The house was absolutely beautiful and the rooms fit our needs for 7 people staying there . Location of the home was perfect for access to the "T" so we didn't have to rent a car. Nelson and his wife were very accommodating and could answer any questions we had. I'd highly recommend their home for a stay in Boston.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Nice historic home

Flew into Boston for a few days. House is 10 minutes from airport (huge plus!) but not close to subway system so we ended up using a lot of Ubers. Great view of the airport which was more fun than I anticipated. Cool old house with great character.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

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

East Boston Gem

It was great. Interesting period house. Across an inlet from the airport - kids loved watching the planes. Very convenient to the blue line (free because Sumner Tunnel is closed). We did everything on our list of Boston things to do - and more!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

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

Great view and very homey!

Everything was wonderful. Top notch. The only thing I would change is to have a shower curtain for the shower. It ended up being fine without one, but could be a shock for some people at first. But even without a shower curtain, I would stay there again! Great old house, full of character, and so fun watching the planes take off and land over the view of the water. Wonderful hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kendel C.

It felt like home!

Thank you so much to the Emmons', you were incredible for working with us! This home is better than ANYTHING I have stayed in to date and I can't say enough. Comfortable beds, easy drive, down the road from an awesome bakery and seafood. The view was to die for and the neighborhood felt safe and cozy! My 3 favorite rooms: the master bedroom, the kitchen and the sun room! It was close to the train but Uber is a cheap and quicker way to commute too. What you see isn't what you get, it's better! I am already talking my hubby into returning with the family (I was there for a conference). But if you want to stay in Boston without the bustle of Boston, this is your place! Did I mention the view, lol). Thank you both a million times over, your home is superb!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in a great location. Very close to the T to get into Boston. There are also restaurants around the area. We went to Salem as well and it was an easy trip to and from there. The hosts were very responsive and I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place to stay. We enjoyed every bit of it. The house is extremely welcoming. The sunroom is just a great place to relax and talk with your family and watch the airplanes leave and land at the airport. The house is so well built that you do not hear the planes at night. The rooms are spacious and there’s plenty of DVDs and games and books
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

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

Great place for family!

Spacious house, well located.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith Leigh E.

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

Wonderful visit

We had a great time here. The house was as described. We had everything we needed and the location was great with a short walk to the T and a view of the water. We loved watching the fog roll in and out with our morning coffees. We would gladly come back for another visit here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

A

Beautiful place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kourtney G.

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

Fabulous property!

We recently stayed at this property for my daughter's college graduation. It was a great space for 8 adults, fabulous location, and great owners! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

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

Absolutely stunning location

The location of the Villa is absolutely stunning. We were staying as a family to support 2 of our sons doing the Boston Marathon. The transport to get around the city was great and we used a Charlie card for the 7 day stay costing just 22. The Villa is a fantastic place to stay and we were greeted by Nelson and his lovely wife and they told us the history of the house and all we needed to know for our stay. If I could rate more than 5 out of 5 - then I certainly would do. It is one of the nicest places we've ever stayed at on several city breaks over the years. Highly recommended and thanks for sharing your beautiful Villa with us. Kindest regards.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri W.

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

Great location. Historic home. Roomy!

Very comfy. Accomidated our large family of 7 comfortabl
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia O.

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

Family Vacation

Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Beautiful, quiet, yet close

Such a quaint and peaceful neighborhood with beautiful views of Boston skyline and very close to the beach. The house was very spacious and accommodated us quite well. The only complaint for us would be that there’s only one shower. With 5 guys working manual labor, that was a challenge, but it worked out. Also, there’s no hot tub. Just a bathtub with jets. Everything else was simply perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

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

Family stay in East Boston

The young boys absolutely loved the sun room and watching the planes take off and land. They also loved the beach combing. I loved the full access kitchen. And Nelson and Madeline are the dearest hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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

Great location and stay!

Loved being on the waterfront and seeing the planes. Loved the sunroom and balcony. Loved being near the Boston T line and only 10 minutes away from Boston.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed staying at this home for a few days after a family wedding. It was a great location and we walked to restaurants and the beach. We also walked to the train station to go to dinner in Boston. The home was clean and beds were comfortable. Nelson and Madeline were delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacey S.

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

Such a neat old house!

We had a great stay. The neighborhood is close to the T and easy to navigate. Being close to the airport was not too loud and gave the kids something to watch! The house was very clean and well maintained. It is an older home with lots of history to contemplate and beautiful architectural finishes! Two FYIs - 1) laundry is off site so takes a bit more planning but is easily accessible. 2) The hosts meet you there - they are lovely and gave great info about the house so not a negative, just an FYI. Enjoyed our stay and hope you will too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron C.

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

Great home

This home was great for my family of 9 to enjoy our long weekend together!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri L.

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

Charming House With Lots of Amenities

Our family was delighted with the charm of this old house. The check in was great as the hosts welcome you and give you tips and information which is helpful. My husband enjoyed viewing the planes across the harbor. We enjoyed our stay in Boston! Thank you Nelson and Madeline!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaryBeth M.

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

Boston Getaway

Loved everything about the house. Nelson and Madeline as a delight.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Nelson Emmons

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Why they chose this property

We are close to all that Boston has to offer, either by car or public transportation.

What makes this property unique

The sheer size and location on Boston Harbor was one of the most attractive features that lured us to purchase the Villa. It's ease to public transportation connecting all the city has to offer without the need of a car, was a real game changer. The view from the sun porch and in the summer months having a glass of wine on the upper balcony is delightful while watching the planes come and go. It is similar to an orchestrated symphony.

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