Although Wellesley, Massachusetts is part of Greater Boston, it boasts a small-town charm that sets it apart from the popular metropolis. This destination is home to Wellesley College, a liberal arts school for women, as well as attractions like Wellesley College Botanic Gardens, Davis Museum, and Elm Bank. As a rich community with highly educated people, Wellesley has become a premium town providing quality living and some of the best attractions to visit. If you are interested in visiting this area, you’ll probably want to find accommodation that fits your needs. Below is a list of recommendations for the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Wellesley, Massachusetts.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 06, 2024.
1. Elegant 1900's house (from USD 2100)
A historic house built in the 1900s, this house has been renovated to provide modern interiors while still keeping the charms of the old building. The house is spacious, elegant, well-furnished with quality pieces of furniture, and well-ventilated, with several large windows around the house. The property also has a large backyard where guests will have access to the backyard patio, a well-kept lawn, sitting facilities, and a barbecue. The house can accommodate up to 9 guests with its 5 bedrooms, and 3.5 bathrooms. A few other amenities inside the house are the fireplace, cable TV, foosball, and a gaming console.
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bathrooms were beautiful kitchen fully stocked and nicely appointedthe house is impeccably decorated yet comfortablethe spacious living area and gourmet kitchen with adjacent family room accommodated all of us easily and comfortablythe house had ample room for all of us comfortable beds and a great kitchenCleanliness:
very clean and well stockedit's clean and newly remodeled but yet has the charm of an older homeclean organized with everything you could possibly needall the bedrooms were bright and clean with very comfortable beds and pillowsbasically clean spacious well-appointed comfortable beautiful house to stay in with a wonderful hostHost:
esperanza was so helpfulour host esperanza made our experience most enjoyablethe owner was very accommodating and pleasant to deal withactually i am so happy at this house and with the lovely hostthe house was immaculate the host was friendly and so responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was perfect - walking distance to the college and the villelocation was great - close to downtown (walkable) close to boston etcthe location is extremely nice in that you can walk to many nearby restaurants and shopsthis is a great house fantastic location (easy walk to brook path and to newton center)the location is even better if we come back we will definetly rent this beautiful house again
2. Beautiful historic rental (from USD 895)
The Scarab is a house that was built in the year 1907 for Katherine Lee Bates, author of “America the Beautiful”. Every important government facility and business establishment in the area is within walking distance from the house. The house has Instagram-worthy interiors, is spacious, vibrant, tastefully decorated with fine pieces of artwork, and well-ventilated. It can accommodate up to eight guests in its five bedrooms (each bedroom equipped with air-conditioning), three bathrooms, and a half bath. The house features what the owners call “Bohemia”, which is the third-floor loft, curated to be a creative space where guests get to work, play, and sleep.
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rent the bohemia room - it's not to be missed katie is the most gracious hostperfect for my parents to give them space and their own bathroomthe mid-century modern touches brought the room alive and the morning light was very welcomevery comfortable beds multiple screened porches huge kitchen and separate dining room and living roomsspacious comfortable and with everything we neededCleanliness:
it's very clean and comfortable" the place is beautiful unique and historic yet also spacious practical and very cleanHost:
a lovely home and a great hostkatie was an amazing host as alwaysshe was very responsive to all our questions throughout the time that we were planning thingsshe was very responsive and went out of her way to make us feel comfortableamazing house with super gracious hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the house was beautiful roomy sunny and perfect locationexcellent location-house was very comfortable and functional for our needsthe neighborhood is also lovely - quiet and perfect for children
3. Budget-friendly unit near colleges (from USD 62)
The rental is perfect for students looking for a long-term stay or visitors looking for budget-friendly accommodation. This accommodation is located close to Bobson College, Wellesley Colledge, and Olin College. It can accommodate two people in a room equipped with a bathroom and a kitchenette stocked with kitchen utensils, a toaster, an oven, a blender, a microwave, and a coffee maker. The accommodation is well-maintained, cozy, equipped with air conditioning, WiFi, and it provides parking for those visiting with their vehicle.
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the space serves pretty well as a sleeping/leisure space with a nice bed and private bathroomthe space was pretty private quiet and cozyCleanliness:
quick communication very clean quiet and comfortablethe space was very cleanvery clean and very niceit was clean and the bed was comfortablehad a great stay at christina's place which was clean cozy and in a great neighborhoodHost:
host is fabulous and the neighborhood offers plentysuper convenient communicative host and space was accurately represented in the pictureskind people and good locationterrific space great host i highly recommend staying with christinaRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was excellent for walking to wellesley square and wellesley collegegreat house good location but prepare for the hillsa great location in wellesley which is a beautiful towngreat location easy access all we needed to have a great stay in wellesleyit's a great space (neat and well-equipped) in a great location (close to wellesley and the commuter rail)
4. Spacious studio unit in central Wellesley (from USD 97)
Another budget-friendly option for visitors, this unit is centrally located at the heart of Wellesley, where places such as Whole Foods, Starbucks, Roche Brothers, CVS, and a variety of attractions are within half a mile (0.8 km) from the property. The unit can accommodate two people in a spacious studio unit with one bed, a lounge area, and a bathroom. Guests will also have access to several amenities such as a refrigerator, a microwave, hot water, WiFi, and air-conditioning. The house is located in a serene neighborhood where people get to enjoy a quiet environment with little distraction.
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very nice spacious room with microwave small refrigerator and keurig coffee machinethe only things that would’ve made or stay better would be new pillows and softer toilet papernice hot shower and double sinkthere is no television but excellent wifistylish and comfortable space with a wonderful bed nice sitting area and plenty of thoughtful amenitiesCleanliness:
clean and reasonably pricedlovely clean bathroom with nice towelsvery clean and just as describedbathroom & bedroom were both clean and spaciousthe room was clean and spaciousHost:
a wonderful hostthey’re perfect hosts would definitely stay here againjulia was very responsive attentive and a great hostgreat spot huge room comfy bed awesome bathroom great hostjulia is a perfect host there if you need her not there if you don'tRead more reviewsLocation:
location is great easily walkable to many restaurants shops the train station and wellesley collegeand it’s so easy to walk into linden square and wellesley square very convenientperfect location and perfect experiencenice location beautiful suite to stay inperfect place super location convenient to everything with great highway access
5. Vibrant room near downtown Wellesley (from USD 140)
This accommodation offers a room for two guests with access to house facilities and amenities. The property is located close to Babson College, Wellesley College, and downtown Wellesley, where guests can visit an assortment of restaurants and shops. The house, overall, is spacious, well-ventilated, vibrant, and furnished with beautiful pieces of art and quality furniture. Guests enjoy access to an indoor fireplace, cable TV, washing facilities, free parking, and a modern kitchen with a microwave, stove, and refrigerator. Outside the house, there is a large backyard where guests have access to the garden that has outdoor seating.
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she has a nice cat as well that liked to lay on the bed where i sleptthis bed was firm which i like and the pillows where firm as wellCleanliness:
really a very clean nice spaceher house is clean and cozybeautiful comfortable and clean homethis home is neat clean and comfortablebeautiful home super clean comfortable and cozy - just like staying at a friend's houseHost:
the host was superbmarilyn is a very nice hostlovely home pretty area great hosther home is beautiful and she was a wonderfully hospitable hostshe was very kind and made me feel at home in her homeRead more reviewsLocation:
location is ideal for wellesley collegethe location of the house is great: right near the wellesley college and it's very peacefulvery close to wellseley college which was perfectthe location is super convenient immaculate stylish and very comfortablewe took the walk in the other direction and admired the swans
6. Private room in Wellesley Square (from USD 47)
This private room is a good option for students and travelers looking for long-term accommodation. The place is located in the Wellesley Square area, where guests have convenient access to Wellesley College, the community library, the commuter rail, and several shops and restaurants. Two people can stay in the one-bedroom accommodation, with a shared bathroom and access to a kitchenette equipped with a refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave. The room has been furnished with an air-conditioner, a table workspace, a TV, two beds, and a dresser.
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clean and tidy and quietmy room was clean and comfortablefamily was wonderful and the place was clean and roomythe room was nice and cleani found christina’s space to be clean and very comfortableHost:
the hosts are very pleasanthosts were very responsive and consideratecheck-in was quick and easy and the hosts were very responsive to all questionsthe host was very good at communicating and drew a map to where i needed to gogreat hosts - friendly accomodating and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
great location within easy walking distance of towngreat location to wellesley college - walking distance to almost everythinggood location convenient to wellesley collegewonderful location for visiting anybody at wellesley collegevery affordable amazing location and nice room
7. Quality family home near the train (from USD 391)
Located in one of the best places in Wellesley, this accommodation is within walking distance to Wellesley College, Babson College, Wholefood, and a variety of restaurants. Far-away establishments and attractions can be conveniently accessed through the Commuter Rail or bus stop near the house. The place features a two-story contemporary colonial home, a piano, a fireplace, a large and well-maintained yard, and two patios. The house can accommodate five guests with its two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a half bath. Guests will also have access to a living room, dining area, and a full kitchen equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, and bread maker.
8. Cozy private room
This room is in the only standing Boston triple-decker home in Wellesley. The house is located close to all major highways and transit systems, allowing guests easy access to the rest of Wellesley and all neighboring destinations. The room can accommodate one person in one bedroom and there’s also a shared bathroom. Guests will have access to certain property facilities such as the living room, a parking spot, and the kitchen equipped with a refrigerator, coffee maker, microwave, dishwasher, oven, and stove. The bathroom also has a bathtub that guests can use.
Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States
6.65 km (4.2 mi) from Elm BankTop guest reviews
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sweet cozy room with ac made for a comfortable night's sleepclean comfortable bed for a single guest everything as described good value for the area well organized no hasslesvery charming stay with plenty of roomCleanliness:
clean simple easy to finda quiet clean and beautiful placevery sparkling clean and very welcoming atmosphere & pretty cozythe room was clean and comfortable great valuethe place was comfortable and always cleanHost:
she was very lovely and an incredibly gracious hostthank you for having me as a hostlau is a wonderful host very welcoming and communicativehost is responsive and very accommodatinglau’s a great host - very responsive and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for wellesleygreat location to get to all attractions in bostonplace is in a perfect locationgreat place to stay near babson collegelau's place made making a last minute trip to boston easy
9. Elegant colonial house near downtown Boston
Stay in an elegant colonial home, where guests get to enjoy a continental breakfast straight from the kitchen. Located near downtown Boston, you will have convenient access to all the premium shops, restaurants, and attractions, as well as Wellesley College and Bobson College. The accommodation is for four people in two bedrooms, with one bathroom and a half bath. Guests have access to house facilities (except for the kitchen) such as the living room, dining area, and parking lot. Amenities include cable TV, a balcony, and WiFi.
Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States
3.54 km (2.2 mi) from Elm BankSuperhostAccommodates: 4
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very comfortable accomodations with loads of amenitiesstaying there just like to stay in my grandma’s home it’s so warm and so comfortableCleanliness:
it’s clean quite and warmvery clean and comfortable beds and bathroomalice's house was clean and beautifully furnished and decoratedaccommodations were perfect and cleanHost:
gorgeous home and lovely hostthank marie’s house and her hostmarie was such a wonderful hostvery open and welcoming hostshe was very kind and an excellent conversationalistRead more reviewsLocation:
great location right in townrecommended for mature couples and individuals seeking quality location and accommodations
10. Room in 1920s historic building
This room is in a historic building built in the 1920s. The place is located on a tree-lined street surrounded by other historical homes and establishments. Guests have easy access to the commuter train and several colleges in the area such as Wellesley College, Olin College, and Mass Bay Community College. The accommodation is for one bedroom and a shared bathroom for one person. A kitchenette equipped with a refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave is also available for guests’ use. A few other amenities included in the rental are cable TV, WiFi access, and on-site parking.
Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States
2.59 km (1.7 mi) from Elm BankAccommodates: 1
Top guest reviews
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the room is exactly as described with lovely views of the backyard and the streeta few comments about this room and house: christina and her family are friendly and very busyroom and house are just as described nice neighborhood really quitethere was a kitchenette available to guests and the bathroom was neat and tidyCleanliness:
the towels and sheets are clean and comfortableroom was clean and neatthe bedroom and bed were clean and very comfortablethe room and bathroom were very clean & warmthe room and bed were clean and comfortableHost:
awesome host and awesome placeit is a joyful happy home with wonderful kind and energetic hostsabsolutely lovely home with incredibly kind guestsher & her family are amazing hostyou can even do your laundry free at their homevery friendly family :)Read more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for wellesley college visitsgreat location with walking distance of grocery and good restaurantsgreat communication excellent location in a quiet neighborhood in easy walking distance to downtown wellesleyeasily walkable to wellsley square train station and wellesley college and restaurantsso if you're more private this is the perfect place to go
The perfect Wellesley accommodation
Wellesley is an upscale town filled with many well-preserved buildings, premium shops, restaurants, and attractions. When visiting an area, you’ll want to book the best accommodation that lets you have access to many local attractions. Choose from a variety of unique accommodations that differ in location, price, architecture, and amenities.
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