House at 49 Vinal Avenue, Boston

Name: House at 49 Vinal Avenue
Address: Boston, United States

#876 among attractions in Boston

Colonial revival architecture

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The house at 49 Vinal Avenue in Somerville, Massachusetts is a stylish combination of Colonial Revival and Shingle styling. The 2+1⁄2-story wood-frame house was built c. 1894. It has a wide gambrel roof with cross gables that are also gambreled. The front cross gable is flanked by two hip roof dormers whose windows are flanked by pilasters and topped by an entablature with wooden garlands and dentil molding. The house is clad in wavy cut shingles, and its windows are topped by tall entablatures. It has a porch running the width of the front facade that is uncovered except for a portico sheltering the front door. ()

Coordinates: 42°23'5"N, 71°5'49"W

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Somerville (Prospect Hill)Boston United States

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House at 49 Vinal Avenue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Club Passim, Lizard Lounge, CambridgeSide, Legoland Discovery Center Boston.

1.4 miSW
Dancing, Nightlife
Club Passim, Boston
36 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Harvard Square, Club Passim stands as a cultural beacon in Cambridge, Massachusetts, renowned for its intimate live music experiences. This legendary venue has been a staple in the Boston music scene for decades, offering audiences the chance...
1.2 miW
Dancing, Nightlife
Lizard Lounge, Boston
30 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cambridge, part of the greater Boston area, Lizard Lounge is an intimate and eclectic venue that has become a staple in the local music and nightlife scene. This subterranean spot, located beneath the Cambridge Common restaurant, is known for...
1.6 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
CambridgeSide, Boston
41 min walk • CambridgeSide, nestled in the vibrant city of Boston, stands as a premier shopping destination for both locals and visitors alike. This bustling shopping center is an urban oasis for retail therapy, offering a diverse array of stores that cater to a variety of tastes...
1.1 miNE
Amusement, Game and entertainment center, Theme park
Legoland Discovery Center Boston, Boston
29 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Boston, the Legoland Discovery Center offers a vibrant adventure for families and Lego enthusiasts alike. This indoor amusement park is a haven of creativity and fun, designed to ignite the imaginations of children and the young at...
1.1 miSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Memorial, Theater
Memorial Hall, Boston
28 min walk • Memorial Hall, immediately north of Harvard Yard in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is an imposing High Victorian Gothic building honoring Harvard men's sacrifices in defense of the Union during the American Civil War‍—‌"a symbol of Boston's commitment to the Unionist cause and the...
0.6 miNW
Cycling, Bike path
The Highland, Boston
15 min walk • The Highland is a historic multiunit residence at 66 Highland Avenue in Somerville, Massachusetts. The three story brick building was built in 1892 to a design by architect Samuel D. Kelley.
1.3 miSW
Shopping, Bookshop
Grolier Poetry Bookshop, Boston
34 min walk • The Grolier Poetry Book Shop is an independent bookstore on Plympton Street near Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States. Although founded as a "first edition" bookstore, its focus today is solely poetry.
1.4 miNW
Cycling, Bike path
Somerville Community Path, Arlington
37 min walk • The Somerville Community Path is a paved rail trail in Somerville, Massachusetts, running 1.3 miles from Massachusetts Avenue to Lowell Street via Davis Square.
1.4 miSW
Library, Shopping, Bookshop
The Harvard Coop, Boston
36 min walk • The Harvard Library is the umbrella organization for the Harvard University libraries and their shared services, such as access, preservation, digital infrastructure, digital imaging, and discovery services. The Harvard Library is nearly 400 years old, making it the oldest library system in the United States.
1.3 miSW
Nightlife, Restaurant
The Plough and Stars, Boston
33 min walk • The Plough and Stars is a bar and music venue in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It was founded in 1969 by brothers Peter and Padraig O'Malley, named after the play by Seán O'Casey.
~1490 ftS
Music venue
P.A.'s Lounge, Boston
8 min walk • P.A.'s Lounge is a live music venue in Somerville, Massachusetts, located near Union Square at 345 Somerville Ave. The venue's name derives from its original popularity as a club frequented by Portuguese immigrants. P.A.'s then became a Portuguese seafood restaurant before re-opening as a live music venue and bar in the fall of 2002.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to House at 49 Vinal Avenue?

Nearby attractions include Hollander Blocks, Boston (3 min walk), Central Library, Boston (4 min walk), Somerville City Hall, Boston (5 min walk), Gilman Square, Boston (7 min walk).

How to get to House at 49 Vinal Avenue by public transport?

The nearest stations to House at 49 Vinal Avenue:

Bus

Somerville Ave @ Stone Ave • Lines: 91 (10 min walk)
Washington St @ Merriam St • Lines: 91 (12 min walk)

Metro

Sullivan Square • Lines: Orange (26 min walk)
Assembly • Lines: Orange (30 min walk)

Train

Porter (30 min walk)