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Just west of Boston and east of Worcester lies the MetroWest region Communities in this region are popular with individuals seeking the perks of suburban life but who value accessibility to Boston. Many of the communities within the MetroWest offer quaint downtowns, open spaces, and accessibility toan abundance of outdoor activity, shops, and dining In addition, this region is noted for its excellent schools
With a population of nearly 30,000, Needham shares borders with Newton, Westwood, Dover, Dedham, and Wellesley, and offers easy access to the commuter rail and major highways After a population boom in the 1950s, Needham is still thriving, thanks to an influx of new industries and their highly regarded school system, not to mention an impressive culinary scene Though the Charles River runs through many Greater Boston towns, it makes a 180-degree turn in Needham, creating a peninsula and 20-acre open field that is perfect for hanging out during warmer months.If music and the arts are more your speed, you will love the annual concert held at the Needham Town Hall, featuring artists from the pop,folk,classical,and jazz genres
Sweet Basil
Hearty plates of upscale Italian fare,including steaks and seafood,draw crowds at this quaint BYOB restaurant
The Farmhouse
Farm-to-table restaurant and bar serving upscale New American comfort food in elegant-yet-rustic digs
Spiga
Contemporary Italian fare served amid ochre walls,dark woods and high ceilings,plus patio dining
Cutler Park
A state-owned nature preserve and public recreation area
Needham Town Forest
Wooded 200-acre park with an moderate biking and hiking trails
Needham Reservoir
Short dog-friendly trail that will allow you to enjoy the nature around you including birds,turtles,and wildflowers
Cafe Fresh Bagel
Voted one of 'Boston?s Best Breakfast Spots'.
French Press Bakery
Coffees and fresh baking from a stylish contemporary space with neutral shades and metro tiles.
Volante Farms
Homemade pastries,locally roasted coffee in the bakery and so much more.
Newman Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A-
- Students: 696
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
St Joseph School
- Students: 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Ranked 16 State-Wide
Newman Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A- Students: 696
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Sunita L Williams Elementary School
- Students: 520
Broadmeadow Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A
- Students: 548
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
John Eliot Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A-
- Students: 412
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Mitchell School
- Overall Niche Rating: A
- Students: 484
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
St Joseph School - Students: 450 - Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
High Rock School
- Overall Niche Rating: A
- Students: 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Pollard Middle School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 891
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
St. Sebastian?s School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
St Joseph School
- Students: 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Needham High School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 1,658
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- MA State Ranking: 27
St Sebastian?s School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Olin College
Avery Field
Claxton Field
Cricket Field
DeFazio Park
Dwight Field
Eliot School
Greene?s Field
High Rock School
Hillside School
Memorial Park
Mills Field
Mitchell School
Needham High School
Newman School
Perry Park
Pollard Middle School
Riverside Park
Walker-Gordon
SUB WAY T RA N SI T L I N ES
Commuter Rail: Hersey,Needham Junction,Needham Center,Needham Heights
B US T RA N SI T L I N ES
Route 59: Needham Junction Station-Watertown Square
Between outdoor adventures and historical sights, Dedham has been named one of the best places to live in Massachusetts Wander through Dedham Square and stumble upon great local restaurants and shops or meander around the Charles River that runs through the neighborhood. With a train line directly into Boston and only an hour away from Providence, Rhode Island, Dedham is only a stone's throw away from your next adventure
The Grateful Dedham Diner
A family diner that is grateful that they are able to cook home-cooked classics and serve them with love in Dedham Square.
Kouzina Esiatorio
Humble house of classic Greek cooking and burgers served over-the-counter with a few seats or to-go.
Il Massimo
Energetic,ariy space offering regional and seasonal Italian cooking alongside cocktails,beer and wine.
The Fairbanks House
A historic house built circa 1641,making it the oldest surviving timber-frame house in North America
Endicott Estate
A mansion buiilt in the early twentieth century situated on a 15-acre panorama of lush green lawn that is puctuated by stately elm,spruce,and weeping willow trees
Dedham Historcial Society & Museum
A historical society dedicated to preserving and establishing a greater sense of apprecation for the history of Dedham.
Wilson Mountain Reservation
A state-owned,public recreation area and protected woodland park in Dedham featuring hiking trails, open space and a summit view of the Boston skyline,and is an important wildlife preserve
Legacy Place
Sprawling outdoor complex of brand-name stores,dining,fitness,groceries,movies,and events
Dedham Community Theater
This independent cinema founded in 1927 is a cultural gem located in the heart of Dedham Square
PRESCH OOLS
Mariposa Chiild-Care Center
- Students: 16
- Students: 5:1
EL EM EN TA RY SCH OOLS
Avery Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: C+
- Students: 280
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Riverdale Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: B-
- Students: 170
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Oakdale Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: B+
- Students: 237
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Greenlodge Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: B
- Students: 236
- Student-teacher Ratio: 11:1
M I DDL E SCH OOLS
Dedham Middle School
- Overall Niche Rating: B
- Students: 659
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
H I GH SCH OOLS
Ursuline Academy
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 571
Dedham High School
- Overall Niche Rating: C-
- Students: 690
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Noble and Greenough School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 614
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Anthony P Muscciaccio Dedham Pool
Barned Memorial Park
Churchill Park Condo Park Fairbanks Park Gonzalez Field
Route 33: Mattapan Station
Route 34E: Forest Hills Station Hills
Suburban meets rural in this friendly town,located approximately twenty miles west of Boston If you?re a nature lover, it?s hard to beat Sudbury? biking, hiking, birding, canoeing and many more activities abound right in town. While residents living in Sudbury could easily travel to Boston for fun, there are plenty of neat attractions right in their own backyard A visit to the Grist Mill is a truly unique experience, with walking tours and demonstrations of how it used to function There are wide-open green spaces, the top-notch Lincoln-Sudbury school district, and those hearty New England dinners served up at the historical Wayside Inn
Franco?s Trattoria
Counter-service Italian cafe prepping stone-fire pizzas,ample pastas and gelato in warm digs.
The Farmer?s Daughter
Rustic-chic spot for elevated American breakfast and lunch fare made with locally sourced ingredients.
Soul of India
Tidy,comfortable restaurant and bar providing traditional and modern Indian dishes,plus a buffet.
Grist Mill
Water-powered stone mill,built in 1929,producing cornmeal and wheat flour,with demonstrations
Tippling Rock
Offers a great view of the western suburbs as well as a view of Boston
Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge
Roughly 85 percent of the refuge?s 3,850 acres is comprised of valuable freshwater wetlands stretching along 12 miles of the Concord and Sudbury Rivers.
Sudbury Coffee Works
House-roasted brews and sandwiches served in a charming,established cafe with outdoor tables
Antique Exchange of Sudbury
Specialize in jewelry and are experts at cataloging fine,rare pieces
Bearly Read Books
Over 30,000 rare and used books available for rent or purchase
Peter Noyes Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A-
- Students: 565
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Pine Hills School
- Overall Niche Rating: A
- Students: 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
The Imago School
- Students: 79
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Meadowbrook Child Garden
Preschool & Kindergarten
- Students: 80
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 73:1
Peter Noyes Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A-
- Students: 565
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Pine Hills School
- Overall Niche Rating: A
- Students: 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
The Imago School
- Students: 79
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Josiah Haynes Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A
- Students: 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Gen. John Nixon Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A
- Students: 333
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Israel Loring School
- Overall Niche Rating: A
- Students: 449
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
The Imago School
- Students: 79
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Ephraim Curtis Middle School
- Overall Niche Rating: A - Students: 945
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Willow Hill School
- Students: 62
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
Corwin-Russel School at Broccoli Hall
- Students: 52
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
Willow Hill School
- Students: 62
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
Lincoln-Sudbury Regional Highschool
- Overall Niche Rating: A+ - Students: 1,512
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Corwin-Russel School at Broccoli Hall - Students: 52
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge
Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge
Callahan State Park
Garden at the Woods
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum
Walden Pond State Reserve
Sudbury Grist Mill
Carol Getchell Reservation
Lower Featherland Park
Green Meadows National
Mass Audubon Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
Longfellow?s Wayside Inn
Cochituate State Park
Reardon Park and Playground
Cochituate Rail Trail
Hannah Williams Park
Mary Bunker Community Park
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Due in part to its tranquil setting and close proximity to Boston, the town of Wayland has grown in popularity among professionals who have ties to the city but crave a sparse suburban feel It is one of those undeniably idyllic New England towns? especially in autumn, when the fall colors pop. But this community has a lot more going for it than stunning natural scenery Its town center is brimming with boutique shops,trendy restaurants,and even a town beach,all set amongst a backdrop of historic relics dating back to the colonial-era. After a day spent picking out gifts at Yankee Craftsman or hiking one of the many local conservation trails, grab dinner at The Villa or The Dudley Chateau? both mainstays in the community It?s no wonder Wayland regularly ranks as a top place to live
The Local
Enjoy award-winning burgers or local favorites on the specials menu with a creative twist on American cuisine.
Dudley Chateau
One of Wayland?s favorite hangouts,this local spot originally opened in 1920 as a private fishing lodge.
Coach Grill
Sit by an original stone hearth fireplace while enjoying exquisite chops and seafood.
Wayland Country Club
Beautifully manicured grounds offering private course amenities to the public
Lake Cochituate
Originally a reservoir,this large freshwater lake is great for BBQing,boating,hiking,and swimming
Sandy Burr Country Club
This fourth generation family owned golf club is known for its challenging greens and local heritage
SHOP LOCAL
Mainstone Farm
Shop for local and fresh produce,flowers and herbs at this historical farmland
Ace Hardware | Wayland Home & Design
Great for your next home design project with art from local artists,state of the art materials and more
Russell?s Garden Center
This local family-owned business was established in 1876 as a farm market delivering goods and products to Boston?s Haymarket Square.
Claypit Hill School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 506
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Happy Hollow School
- Overall Niche Rating: A
- Students: 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Loker Kindergarten School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 324
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Wayland Middle School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 658
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
The Rivers School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Wayland High School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 836
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- MA State Ranking: 30
The Rivers School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Town Building Fields
Alpine Field
Cochituate Ball Fields
Wayland Town Beach
Hannah Williams Playground
Eric Schwartz Field
Wayland High School Campus
Claypit Hill School Fields and Horse
Corral
Happy Hollow School Fields
Loker School Fields
Mill Pond
Dudley Woods Walking Trail
Oxbow Meadows
Loker Conservation & Recreation Area
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Route 3
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Route 9
Route 4 North
Route 11
Located just 15 miles west of Boston, this bustling suburb is known for being home to an elite female college, one of the best business schools in the country, and the halfway point on the Boston Marathon route. A selection of elegant Colonial and stunning luxury homes are surrounded by peaceful environs. Downtown?s tree-lined streets are bordered by shops, bookstores, and restaurants, all cherished by locals and visitors Nature trails and wooded paths are directly accessible from the backyards of many homes. The esteemed public school system and numerous transportation options to Boston make Wellesley especially attractive for professionals and young families
& BEVERAGE
Cafe Mangal
Quaint BYOB luring locals with a menu of Turkish-inspired fare and homemade desserts
Juniper
Eastern Mediterranean dishes with exotic spices in cork-floored digs with flea-market?sourced decor
The Cottage
Californian cuisine offered in a relaxed,Cape Cod-style dining room with a bar and Sunday brunch
Lake Waban
Lake Waban is a beautiful outdoor gem in the heart of Wellesley College?s campus.
Wellesley College Botanic Garden
The Wellesley College Botanic Gardens (WCBG) include thousands of plants,a remarkably diverse collection for a college or university
The Gardens at Elm Bank
A blend of historic and contemporary gardens that demonstrate how plants and design are an integral part of everyday life
B/ SPOKEStudios
Holistic and luxury,on and off the bike,helping communities find a sustainable path to better health and personal growth,all delivered within a spa-like experience
Btone Fitness
A fitness method that was formed out of a deep,universal need for an intelligent,sustainable approach to fitness that delivers real results
H YP Studio
Along with their pioneering combination of premier hot yoga and Pilates equipment offerings,they also have dedicated barre and TRXstudio classes.
Tenacre Country Day School
- Overall Niche Rating: B
- Students: 197
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Riverbend School
- Overall Niche Rating: A
- Students: 190
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Ranked 3 State-Wide
Tenacre Country Day School
- Overall Niche Rating: B
- Students: 197
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Riverbend School
- Overall Niche Rating: A
- Students: 190
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
John D. Hardy Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 256
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Sprague Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Hunnewell Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 254
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Katherine Lee Bates Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 335
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Schofield Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Riverbend School
- Overall Niche Rating: A
- Students: 190
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Dana Hall School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
Wellesley Middle School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 1,165
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
The River School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Dana Hall School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
Wellesley Senior High School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 1,504
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- MA State Ranking: 10
The River School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Wellesley College
Babson College
MassBay Community College
Wellesley Hills Campus
Warren Park
Morses Pond
Centennial Park
Auburndale Park
Mass Audobon Broadmoor Wildlife
Sanctuary
Cutler Park
Noanet Woodlands
Hemlock Gorge
Drake Playground
Riverwalk Park
Cold Spring Park
Charles RIver Reservation
Norumbega Park
Mary Bunker Community Park
Cochituate State Park
Wilson Mountain Reservation
West Newton Playground
Forte Memorial Park
John J Lane Park
Needham Dog Park
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Known for its rural feel and open spaces, Weston boasts 2,000 acres of conservation land complemented by excellent private and public schools Many of Weston?s downtown businesses are independently owned, and shop owners will often greet customers by name. For winter outdoor fun, families can visit the Weston Ski Track and learn how to cross country ski or snowshoe History buffs bring their families to the Spellman Museum of Stamps and Postal History, located on the beautifully wooded Regis College campus. Equestrians can harness up at Beechwood Stables, while beginner and professional golfers alike can conquer the immaculate courses at Pine Brook Country Club
Dumpling Daughter
Old-world and on-trend Chinese dishes,from dumplings to ramen,are served at this fast-casual spot.
Weston Provisions
Neighborhood sandwich shop known for Italian subs and fried chicken sandwiches,plus soft serve.
Heirloom
Cozy establishment serving an all-day menu of comfort food,plus coffee and dessert.
Norumbega Tower
At the confluence of Stony Brook and the Charles River,this tower pays homage to a legendary Viking fort that never really existed
Cat Rock Park
This open space with forests,fields and ponds is a busy off-leash spot for four-legged guests
Spellman Museum of Stamps
Not-for-profit organization dedicated to the appreciation of diversity through the medium of postage stamps and postal history
LOCAL BUSINESSES
Weston Table
Craftsman-to-consumer marketplace with a curated assortment.
The Unruly Stitch
A carefully curated yarn store in the heart of the historic town of Weston.
Weston Art & Innovation Center
A vibrant learning environment that exposes people to new ideas,processes,and skills development through classes,workshops,and open studio time
Woodland Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 285
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Woodland Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 285
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Field Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 307
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Weston Middle School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
The Rivers School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Ranked 1State-Wide
The Rivers School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Weston High School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 663
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
The Cambridge School of Weston
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 314
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Alphabet Field
Brook School Field
Buchard Park
Burt Field
Cherry Brook Field
Czarnowski Field
Ferrelli Field
Field School Field
Melone Field
Mini Field
High School Tennis Courts
Middle School Tennis Courts
Route 1 Transportation
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With one of the best school systems south of Boston, Westwood has remained a desirable community choice for discerning professionals and families Enjoy serene residential neighborhoods, newly-renovated recreation facilities, and a vast mix of retailers just across the town line at Dedham?s open-air Legacy Place Westwood town services are robust,offering activities and resources for children and seniors alike With an Amtrak station and two commuter rail stops, Westwood residents are never far from the city.
Neroli Ristorante
An upscale casual dining Italian restaurant,side by side with Neroli Mercato,an Italian Deli and Marketplace.
Anthony?s Coal Fired Pizza
Casual chain serving charred-crust pies,plus wings,subs and Italian plates in a modern setting.
Bubbling Brook Restaurant
Seasonal stop for fried clams,meatloaf and other American fare,plus hard and soft-serve ice cream.
Hale Reservation
Private non-profit educational organization with 1,137 acres of land,20 miles of trails,and 4 ponds
Lowell Woods
Offers the chance to see wildlife and a number of activity options that are accessible year-round
Buckmaster Pond
36-acre kettle pond and is mentioned in historical records as early as 1827
Life Time
You?ll find a resort-like pool deck,an expansive fitness floor,group fitness studios,dedicated kids spaces.
Get in Shape for Women
A women only fitness center with personal trainers,weight training courses,nutrition coaching and more.
The Abbott Center: Pilates and Muscle Therapies
With a focus of Neuromuscular Therapy the center offers a wide range of services to promote well-being for those who are healthy as well as to support those who are learning to manage their chronic pain, muscle tension,and stress
Downey Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Deerfield School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 194
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
William E. Sheehan Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 310
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Martha Jones School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Ranked 10 State-Wide
EW Thurston Middle School
- Overall Niche Rating: A
- Students: 698
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Xaverian Brothers High School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 940
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Westwood High School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 994
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Buckmaster Pond
Francis William Bird Park
Father McAleer Playground & Park
Signal Hill
Noanet Woodlands
Stony Brook reservation
Billings Field
Millennium Park
Wilson Mountain Reservation
Farnham-Connolly State Park
Rocky woods
Ponkapoag Trails
Houghton?s Pond Recreation Area
Norwood Town Common
Dedham Dog Park
Fallon Field
Needham Dog Park
Adam?s Park
Rebecca Perry Park
Brook Farm Historic Site
SUB WAY T RA N SI T L I N ES
Purple Line: Route 128 Station,Endicott Station
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Route 34E: Walpole Center-Forest Hills Station
Route 33: Dedham Line-Mattapan Station
