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Family home in Brookline with garden, blocks from Boston's Fenway

Brookline, Massachusetts, United States
Preferred Destination: London, England, United Kingdom
Alternate Destination: Oxford, England, United Kingdom | Open to any destination

House | House Sitting Requested
Available Dates:
From December 1, 2024 until June 1, 2026

Description

My wife and I are planning ahead for her sabbatical in 2025. We are very interested in an exchange in London. We are open to other areas. We have used VBRO but this would be our first house exchange. We can provide references. We are non smokers and would be very respectful of your home, as I am sure you would be of ours too. Our daughter, who is in her mid 20s, will join us if she is able. Enjoy the best of both worlds with a quiet neighborhood while being in the heart of the city. Our home is located in Brookline, just blocks from the Boston border.It is in a safe and walkable area. It is a short walk from the Fenway area of Boston, the Boston hospitals, Harvard Medical School, several colleges as well as Coolidge Corner and Brookline Village in Brookline. There are good local shops, restaurants and two subway lines within a short walk. An elementary school and a large town park with tennis courts, basketball, a playing field and playgrounds are nearby. We live in a Queen Anne Victorian that was built with a brick wall dividing it into two houses. Our spacious side of the house has 10 rooms (4 bedrooms). There is a nice garden and front porch. We are interested in an exchange in London starting in spring of 2025 for 3 to 6 months.

Bedrooms
4

Bathrooms
3

Offices
3

Size
3,100 ft2

Suited For
6

Property Type
House

Availability

From December 1, 2024 until June 1, 2026

Minimum Stay

7 Days | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Open to short exchanges and up to 4 month exchanges outside the US.

Location

House in Brookline, Massachusetts, United States

Closest University

Harvard Medical School

Nearby Universities
Boston University | Massachusetts College of Art and Design | Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - Boston | Emmanuel College | Northeastern University | Boston College
Neighborhood

Longwood

Nearby Cities

Boston

Comments: Wonderful Brookline, short walk to Boston Fenway area, Boston Hospitals, Coolidge Corner, and Brookline Village

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Historic Home
  • Architectural Gem
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Exchange Terms

The cost of utilities can be discussed

A cleaning service can be discussed

Comments: Open to exchanging cars

Considerations

Ask about the suitability of the home for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

Ask about the availability of a car

Comments: No smoking of any kind inside or out. We have allergies so only hypoallergenic dogs considered.

House Sitting

I am looking for help while I am away

I would like help with plants or garden

We may need help with houseplants.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

TV

Cable or Satellite

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Small exercise room with treadmill and stationary bike

Our Travel Preferences

Who's Coming?

Party of
3
3 Adults

Our Destination

Preferred Destination

London, England, United Kingdom

Alternate Destination

Oxford, England, United Kingdom

Flexibility

Open to a home exchange in any destination

Comments: Open to short exchanges of 1 or 2 weeks for a vacation in 2024; longer in 2025

What We Are Looking for


Bedrooms
3


Bathrooms
2


Offices
1

Pet

I would like to bring my pet if it is okay

Smoking

I prefer smoking not allowed in the home

Allergies

Allergies are a concern

Car

I would like a car if possible

Comments: We have allergies to cats and many dogs. We might want to bring our older 13 pound Havanese dog.

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