Beacon Hill: The Historic Aldrich House

Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

About this house rental

Nestled in Beacon Hill, this lovely house for £1,243 per night is a fantastic choice for your next vacation. Wonderful opportunity to rent this iconic landmark residence built in 1837 atop picturesque Mount Vernon Street in Beacon Hill, Boston's most elegant and prestigious neighborhood. The 6860 sq. ft. home sits at the highest elevation point on Beacon Hill with stunning 360-degree views of the Boston skyline. Walking distance to restaurants, boutiques, galleries, MGH, Boston Common, The Boston Public Garden, Newbury Street, Charles River Esplanade, and the State House. ************************************************************************* A paragon of timeless beauty with a rich heritage, this admired landmark residence built in 1837 presides atop picturesque Mount Vernon Street on the crest of Beacon Hill, benefitting from the southerly sunlight and a garden that graces its grand Greek Revival frontispiece. This house is architecturally and historically significant and an excellent example of Greek Revival architecture on Beacon Hill. The 1837 house was designed by architect Edward Shaw for prominent merchant Adam W. Thaxter, Jr, later to Thomas Bailey Aldrich, who was the editor of the Atlantic Monthly in 1881. Aldrich was also an author and poet. This rare jewel has been carefully restored and enhanced as a comfortably refined home of extraordinary character, notable for its splendid details and a graceful ensemble of living/entertaining rooms. Striking Ionic pilasters adorn the bow-front sitting room. Other highlights include: *11+ decorative fireplaces *Double parlors *A dramatic curvilinear staircase *A top-floor octagonal observatory room commanding 360-degree city vistas Opening to a captivating garden terrace, the dine-in gourmet kitchen is bright and airy below a peaked skylight. The home offers a versatile layout with bedrooms on various levels. The property is preserved with the Historic New England. ************************************************************************ Parking On-Street: *Metered parking is available around Beacon Hill and free overnight from 8pm - 8am. During the day, the limit is 2 hours per day. Parking around Beacon Hill: Neighborhood Garages: *Charles Street Garage, 144 Charles Street ($40 per day) 0.5 mi to the property: 5-minute drive; 9-minute walk *Boston Common Garage, 0 Charles Street ($32 per day) 0.4 mi to the property: 5-minute drive; 9-minute walk Uber, Taxis, Hubway Bikes, and the MBTA are the most accessible forms of transportation. The closest MBTA stop is at the end of Charles Street. The Charles/MGH Station (red line). 0.8 mi from the property: 5-minute drive; 8-minute walk

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden

Map of Beacon Hill, MA

Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(3 Reviews)
5.0
Nov 2023
Our stay at the Aldrich House was awesome! Aldrich house is historic and a rare find in a fabulous neighborhood. My granddaughter attends Emerson University and it was a short walk to campus with several fabulous restaurants nearby. The park was amazing and also a short walk. My family has already booked our return in May. Amy - Aldrich's House manager was extremely helpful, kind and very knowledgeable with any questions and or recommendations we asked of her. Can't wait to return. J. Jarvis
5.0
Oct 2023
The property is spectacular. The winding staircase is grand. The kitchen is a chefs dream. And Amy, the property manager was courteous, knowledgeable and very helpful when we arrived. The rooms were spacious and the beds are so comfy. The house has 5 floors, but the elevator helps when you don’t want to use the stairs. There were enough bathrooms for all 7 of us. Will stay here again when we go to Boston again.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Beacon Hill?

The average price for a rental in Beacon Hill is £109 per night. This rental is £1,134 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Beacon Hill: The Historic Aldrich House. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Beacon Hill: The Historic Aldrich House pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Beacon Hill: The Historic Aldrich House?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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