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Mid Century in historic Lexington

Mid Century in historic Lexington

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Set back from the quiet road, the house offers a peaceful retreat from the city.
Another view of the house.
Another view of the house.
The front pathway.
Front door and breezeway.

Overview of Mid Century in historic Lexington

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Lexington, MA
  • Popular LocationBurlington Mall9 min drive
  • Popular LocationLahey Hospital & Medical Center11 min drive
  • Popular LocationLahey Hospital & Medical Center12 min drive
  • AirportBoston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Mid Century in historic Lexington

Stylish mid-century house surrounded by conservation land. 6 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Master bedroom has private bathroom. Sleeps up to 10 people. Sweeping ceilings and giant windows bring nature inside. Furnished. Quiet. 20 minutes from Cambridge and Boston. In historic Lexington, birthplace of America. Discounts available for longer stays.

The Turning Mill neighborhood in Lexington is famous for its mid century homes designed by modernist architect Walter Pierce of MIT. The protected status of the neighborhoods architecture, makes for an immersive mid century experience.

Solidly middle class, academics, musicians, engineers etc., make this neighborhood their home for its serenity and unique style. The houses are spaced far apart, so there's plenty of privacy. Surrounded by conservation land with numerous hiking trails and carriage roads, trees and nature abound.

The space:

Loft like open floor plan. High ceilings. Giant windows.

Guest access:

There is a key safe by the front door. Access is for the whole house with the exception of the addition pictured to the left of the front door. Access includes: 6 bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, 2.5 baths, laundry room and screened porch.

Interaction with guests:

I am available to answer questions and will respond within 24hrs.

Other things to note:

The yard is mostly wild! There is room for 4-6 cars in the driveway. Please do not park on the street overnight. Please leave used towels and linens(with the exception of blankets and comforters) in the upstairs bathtub upon departure. Though the house can potentially sleep up to 10 people, the dining room table seats 6. There is another 6 chairs and a picnic table on the back porch for additional people. If you are a large group, take short showers to insure there is enough hot water for everyone. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns with the space so that I can try and address them and make your stay more enjoyable!

House Rules:

Lexington short term rental regulations require that hosts maintain a log book with the full names and ages of all those staying at the house. Shortly before check-in, guests must submit the full names and ages of all those staying at the house.

No parties.
No smoking
Not suitable for pets
Check-in is anytime after 3PM
Check out by 10 AM
Self check-in with lock box

Please remove your shoes in the house. No parties or events. No additional guests without prior approval. Please respect my cleaning person and don't leave a huge mess in the kitchen. No smoking in the house. Please leave the house more or less the way you found it with the exception of dirty linens.
More:
Quiet time after 10pm.
Some bookings may require a security deposit depending upon planned use and number of guests. Additional cleaning fees may be added on a case by case basis depending upon length of stay, number of people and use. Exterior security cameras in use. No cameras in the living space.
PARK IN THE DRIVEWAY. No overnight parking on the street. Snow shovels are provided if snow occurs during a guests stay. Guests are responsible for basic snow clearing. Yard is left to nature. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are very sensitive and can sometimes create nuisance alarms during very humid and or hot days. PLEASE CONFIRM THAT THERE IS ACTUALLY A FIRE OR CARBON MONOXIDE PROBLEM BEFORE CALLING 911.
If you notice anything that presents a danger that could result in damage to the location or to any individuals, please let us know immediately.
When you make a reservation, you are agreeing to all of the above House Rules.

Lexington Massachusetts Short Term Rental Certificate STML-21-5

Property manager

Samuel Redfield

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Guests must provide gate for stairs if necessary.

Events

No events allowed
Prior approval from owner and possible extra fees.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please DO NOT park on my neighbors grass!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: Prior approval from owner and possible extra fees.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number ROC-12469543-003

About the area

Lexington

This vacation home is located in Lexington. Tufts University and Fenway Park are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Burlington Mall and Harvard Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at TD Garden, or consider Encore Boston Harbor for a night out.
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Lexington, MA

What's nearby

  • Lexington Battle Green - 7 min drive
  • Burlington Mall - 9 min drive
  • Lahey Hospital & Medical Center - 11 min drive
  • Lahey Hospital & Medical Center - 12 min drive
  • Harvard University - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Woburn Mishawum Station - 14 min drive
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Cheesecake Factory - 9 min drive
  • Burlington Mall Food Court - 10 min drive
  • Shake Shack - 9 min drive
  • Pressed Cafe - 10 min drive
  • 1032 Caffe Nero Villag - 10 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just off the beaten path…
We loved the outdoor access with woodland conservation area and trails nearby, all within easy range of the historic, literary and cultural destinations we came to explore!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

diana s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient to All Points Boston and Beyond
This property is pretty much at the end of the road of a beautiful area in Lexington/Bedford. Very little traffic concerns. The house was really nice, Mid Century style with plenty of windows to see the greenery beyond. Plenty of bedrooms, lots of open space and a covered porch. Most everything you need in the kitchen. Could use an updated stove and a Kuerig. Convenient to train stations into Boston, I95 to points north and south and the Burlington mall. Several restaurants within 20 miles without having to use I95. We enjoyed our trips to Boston, Portland ME and the beach. And our downtime at the house. The surrounding neighborhoods are so refreshing and calm with forestry. The owner communicated throughout our stay, the house was clean, the property maintained. We would stay here again. Thank you so much for a great relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation stay
This was a wonderful location, not far from busy Boston, where we enjoyed the tranquility each night. Home had everything we needed and it was spaced out perfectly for the 8 of us. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet neighborhood perfectly located close to the city
Perfect property for our family get away! Great location in a quiet neighborhood, but close to the city. The home had lots of space for our multi-generational group to have some privacy. The check in process was very easy. The property was very clean. Sam, the host, was fantastic to work with and very responsive when we had questions. We will certainly stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd Christmas!
This is the 2nd Christmas in a row that we have stayed at this wonderful house! Plenty of room for us to gather together, and get some alone time. Well stocked kitchen for cooking and baking. Plentiful linens and towels. So close to so much! Hoping to stay sometime when it is warmer so that we may enjoy the screened in porch.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Samuel Redfield

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I am a freelance lighting technician for film and television.

Why they chose this property

The house is quiet, yet close to the 128 technology corridor and major highways. Modernist neighborhood with historic architecture. Close to Cambridge and Boston. Great walking and mountain bike trails moments away on foot.

What makes this property unique

Quiet, Private, Lovely.
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