Wellesley travel notes
The innkeeper keeps a blog.
Margot writes about what is happening in Wellesley and around Boston — new restaurants, theatre at Babson, fireworks, commuter rail deals, and her favorite walking trails. It is the best place to find out what is on while you are staying at the inn.
Recent posts
What’s going on at the Wellesley B&B and around Boston.
Celebrate 250 years of the USA at the Wellesley B&B ↗
Margot’s roundup of the fireworks shows within minutes of the inn.
The Hills are Alive in Wellesley, MA ↗
The Wellesley Theatre Project stages The Sound of Music at Babson’s Sorenson Center — five minutes from your room.
Monthly room rental and short-term stays near the colleges ↗
Furnished long-stay options for graduate students at Wellesley, Babson, Olin, and MassBay.
Did you know there are 50+ dining options in Wellesley? ↗
A pointer to the Swellesley Report’s full guide to eating in town.
French bakery opens in Wellesley ↗
Le Petit Four brings authentic viennoiserie to Washington Street, walkable from the inn.
$10 commuter rail weekends ↗
The inn sits in Zone 3 on the Worcester Line — unlimited weekend travel for $10.
My favorite trail in Wellesley ↗
The 2.75-mile loop around Lake Waban at Wellesley College.
My favorite local dining experiences ↗
Margot’s own annotated list, with walking distances from the front door.
On this site
Local guides for guests already planning a trip.
Visit Wellesley: Complete Guide
A central guide to the town for first-time visitors.
Best Restaurants Near the Inn
Walkable dining and prepared-meal options.
Graduation Weekend Lodging
For Wellesley College, Babson, and nearby schools.
Day Trips from Wellesley
Boston, Fenway, Newport, and New England outings.