Boston Lifestyle

Fort Point Channel Summer Concert Series

By Erica Farthing 25 06 2009

Fort Point Channel Summer Concert Series starts today!

Events are going to be happening everywhere in Boston today, the weather is supposed to be slamming, the sun is expected to be shining, and everyone can (hopefully) breathe a brief sigh of relief from the dreary rain we’ve had for days on end. Head over to the Fort Point Channel this evening to check out some great tunes in Boston’s Seaport District.

Friends of the Fort Point Channel’s Summer Concert Series kicks off today at 5:30pm ending at 7:30pm and is sponsored by our favorite Fort Point Channel Boston loft development, FP3 Boston!

Concert will be held at in the park in front of the Boston’s Children’s Museum. Sit back, listen to some great music, and take in the sights of summer in the fabulous city of Boston.

Learn more about FP3 Lofts and Boston’s Fort Point Channel

Click Here For a full list of the Fort Point Channel Summer Concert Series

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Categories : Boston Lifestyle, Seaport, South Boston

W Boston Condos & The Living Room

By Erica Farthing 25 06 2009

The all-new W Boston condos are all the rage and talk about town these days. With this hot new luxury Boston condo development hitting town and opening in Boston’s Midtown & Theater District this coming fall, there is a lot of discussion on just how it will affect the Boston social scene on a variety of levels.

W Boston condos will feature the well-known worldwide W brand for its luxury hotel brand and sexy W style can be seen in the W Boston’s hotel, condos, and new lounges/bars. W hotels are an example of a global lifestyle brand featuring a dynamic combination of chic design & ultimate comfort from such cultural influences as fashion, music, and art.

The lobby bar, just as it is called at every other W Hotel lobby bar worldwide is set to be called, The Living Room. Uh oh. If you are familiar with Boston’s North End you will know that Boston already has a bar called The Living Room…things could get a little confusing.

Not only could the same names in the same city get confusing…but the same concept! The Living Room in Boston’s North End is well-known throughout the city for its signature cocktails, board games, and comfortable “loungey yet chic” atmosphere perfect for anything from after work drinks to Sunday brunch. And what will the W Boston’s The Living Room feature? You guessed it- signature cocktails and board games!

While we eagerly anticipate the opening of the W Boston condos and its fabulous hotel, we must also wait in anticipation on what the outcome of this Living Room mix-up could be! I guess we will have to just start using street addresses when telling our friends to meet us at “The Living Room”.

Regardless of the outcome, who isn’t excited for more lounges with board games? I know I am.

Learn more about the W Boston Condos

Stay tuned to the Boston Condo Loft blog for more updates & information on the W Boston Condos

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Categories : Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Condo Hotel, Midtown, New Developments, North End

Hang Ten Thursday at the Reef

By Erica Farthing 24 06 2009

Summertime? Check. Sun’s Out? Check. It’s Thursday, time to have some fun! Check.

Looking for a way to celebrate the late arrival of summer, outside, after-work? Head over to the New England Aquarium along Boston’s waterfront to enjoy The Reef’s” Finally Summer Beach Party. For those of you unfamiliar with the area, The Reef is the outdoor bar & dining area directly outside the New England Aquarium.

The fun in the sun (let’s hope we actually see it today) officially kicks off at 5:30pm this Thursday, June 25th with free appetizers until 6:30pm…yum! Enjoy some outdoor drinks, bring your shades, and watch the “Live Blue” fashion show along this waterfront fun-filled event.

Also at The Reef’s Finally Summer Beach Party you can register to win raffles with prices such as Reef Flip Flops, goody bags, gift certificates, and free tickets to the New England Aquarium. Not to mention live music playing all night long. Fashion Boston contributor and Boldfacers.com creator Lisa Pierpont will be serving as the emcee.

What could be more perfect than enjoying summer along Boston’s waterfront with some cool cocktails, food, and prizes? Hope to see you there

Surf’s Up Dude!

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Categories : Boston Lifestyle, Waterfront

$100,000 Decorator Credit at Zero Marlborough

By Erica Farthing 10 06 2009

Zero Marlborough is a new Back Bay Boston condo development, ultra luxurious, superior finishes. Located literally at 0 Marlborough St Boston (How’s that for an address?) Zero Marlborough Back Bay condos are beautiful examples of ultra luxury condos in Boston.

Overlooking the Public Garden in one of the best neighborhoods in Boston, Zero Marlborough is a collection of one floor condos and this Back Bay luxury condo building offers a boutique lifestyle and concierge level services among many other spectacular amenities including valet parking.

There are five different floor plans in Zero Marlborough Back Bay condos to choose from and interior features at Zero Marlborough feature outdoor space, hardwood floors, fireplaces, w/d in unit, and storage. If you are interested in these Back Bay condos at Zero Marlborough, you may want to know that there are now significant price reductions on their last four units!

These last four Zero Marlborough condos are ready to sell so be aware price reductions are happening & and if you are aware of our commission refund model, thats EVEN MORE savings after closing. When you use a CondoDomain buyers agent to help through your Back Bay condo buying process, we refund you money at closing. Learn More How This Works

And guess what else? In addition to these price reductions and our commission refund, the next condo unit to sell at Zero Marlborough will receive a $100,000 decorator credit and two years condo fees paid!!! Have your new home at Zero Marlborough lavishly decorated and you don’t have to worry about condo fees for two years. Quite the steal.

Take a look at the LAST FOUR units available at Zero Marlborough:

$4,649,000, 3 Bd, 3 Ba, 3319

$4,599,000, 3 Bd, 3 Ba, 3319

$4,549,000, 3 Bd, 3 Ba, 3319

$4,499,000, 3 Bd, 3 Ba, 3319

Learn more about Zero Marlborough Back Bay condos

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Categories : Back Bay, Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Real Estate, Commissions, New Developments, Super Luxury

Taste of the Fort Point Channel

By Erica Farthing 8 06 2009

Got plans for lunch on Thursday in Boston? Well here is an economically friendly yet awesomely fun idea…head over to the Taste of the Fort Point Channel this Thursday, June 11th from 12-1:30pm for some FREE food & fun!

Friends of the Fort Point Channel is hosting their 5th Annual Taste of the Fort Point Channel this Thursday featuring local eateries, live music, and world-class cuisine. Several Fort Point Channel restaurants are participating in this lively and culturally rich neighborhood and will be serving up some of their most popular dishes at this amazing eating extravaganza!

There will be live music provided by Lucky’s Lounge and some of the Fort Point Channel restaurant participants include Barbara Lynch’s Sportello, Flour Bakery + Cafe, The Barking Crab, The Achilles Project, 606 Congress, Blue Wave, Channel Cafe, Sushi-teq, The Daily Catch, Rumba, and much much more!

Guests of the Taste of the Fort Point Channel will be able to sit back, relax at a picnic table, listen to great live music, and sample tons of fabulous food. And did I mention it’s FREE?

Hope to see you this Thursday! We love that our offices are located in this thriving Fort Point Channel community and are very excited for the Taste of the Fort Point Channel this Thursday, June 11th!

Here’s the lowdown of the 5th Annual Taste of the Fort Point Channel

Date: Thursday, June 11th
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Children’s Wharf Park, located between Congress St & Seaport Blvd

Contact me today for more information about the 5th Annual Taste of the Fort Point Channel or visit their website HERE

Photo Credit: Friends of the Fort Point Channel

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Categories : Boston Lifestyle, Seaport

Exotic Sushi Opens in Financial District

By Erica Farthing 2 06 2009

A new restaurant has opened in Boston’s Financial District featuring sushi and tapas. Located at 184 High Street in the old International Space in the Financial District, Exotic Sushi & Tapas features “cutting-edge” sushi, an oyster bar, raw bar, Asian, Spanish, and global tapas, and cocktails devised from professional mixologists…sounds yummy.

The brainchild of Cathy Su, Exotic Sushi & Tapas located at 184 High St in Boston’s Financial District also has ambitions to open a second location this summer around the Boston Common.

Exotic Sushi & Tapas Financial District is expected to be a high volume, fast paced, sushi restaurant serving lunch and dinner to Financial District workers & residents during the week and only dinner on the weekends so far. After reading mixed reviews for Exotic Sushi & Tapas on I gather they still have some time before it’s actually worth checking out. Food is excellent & affordable…service however is not.

Let’s hope they get it together soon because I’m always in the mood for a good spicy tuna roll

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Categories : Boston Lifestyle

Great Bay Closing at Hotel Commonwealth

By Erica Farthing 27 05 2009

Bad news hit Boston today for fans of Great Bay seafood restaurant…they will close their doors on May 30th.

Located inside the Hotel Commonwealth, Great Bay seafood restaurant was one of Michael Schlow’s many high-profile Boston area restaurants including Via Matta, Radius, and Alta Strada in Wellesley.

Great Bay seafood restaurant played a large part in attracting customers from the Hotel Commonwealth and downtown Boston in the revitalized Kenmore Square / Fenway area. In the area of town more commonly known for baseball games & college students, Hotel Commonwealth and Great Bay seafood restaurant offered a high-end option for visitors and residents alike.

Other restaurants still remain as part of the Hotel Commonwealth including Eastern Standard and Foundation Lounge. According to the Boston Business Journal today, Hotel Commonwealth is currently evaluating how it will use the space that Great Bay occupied.

Stay tuned for more updates on the Boston Condo Loft blog

Source: Boston Business Journal

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Categories : Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Fenway

Eat, Shop, Drink in Boston’s Fort Point Channel

By Erica Farthing 27 05 2009

If you aren’t familiar with The Achilles Project located in Boston’s Fort Point Channel close to Boston’s waterfront & Seaport District…check it out now.

The Achilles Project is a unique restaurant/boutique concept located at 283 Summer Street in Boston. The boutique at the Achilles Project features cutting edge designer labels and the restaurant features fabulous food & drinks from their award-winning executive chef and bar staff.

At this funky and chic Fort Point Channel destination you can kick back, relax, enjoy great food, sip cocktails, browse the fashion, and even enjoy a game of Wii or Xbox 360 with friends. Awesome combination don’t you think? DJs spin in the evenings creating an uber cool & unique environment, perfect for any evening in downtown Boston.

The Achilles summer sale event kicks of June 5th with 30% off on sale items including such labels as McQ Alexander McQueen, MM6 Maison Martin Margiela, Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair, Richard Chai, Daryl K, Kerrigan, and ACNE. They will be hosting a kick-off event on that Friday on June 5th from 7-10PM featuring a complimentary champagne for the first hour of shopping and music by several DJs. I was lucky enough to hit up their last sale and it was awesome!

And just a reminder…their entire bar menu is always just $5! Choose from french fries, baked oysters, pretzels, burgers, and many other options…all just for $5.

There is a lot fun & happening in Boston’s Fort Point Channel…stay tuned for more updates & information on our Boston Condo Loft blog

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Categories : Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Seaport, Waterfront

Waterfront Boston Condos: Living on a Wharf

By Erica Farthing 27 05 2009

One of the great aspects of Boston that sets it apart from other major cities across the U.S. and around the world is that fact that it is situated along the water with gorgeous views of Boston Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. The crisp, blue ocean water plays host to a variety of ships and boats and is always there for a gorgeous view.

Boston condos have been built along Boston’s beautiful waterfront and one of the most common areas you can find them is along the various Wharfs found throughout Boston. A Wharf is like a pier projecting and raised over the water and Wharf living in Boston holds some of the most exclusive and unique Boston condos available on the waterfront.

Living in a Boston condo on the waterfront on a Wharf allows you to sit back in the privacy of your own home while taking in the breathtaking sight of ships coming in and out of the harbor, the sparkling blue water, and the glistening city in the back drop. Some waterfront Boston condos can be found along these well-known Boston wharves: Battery Wharf, Russia Wharf, Burroughs Wharf, Commercial Wharf, India Wharf, Lewis Wharf, Lincoln Wharf, Rowes Wharf, Union Wharf, and Constellation Wharf. (Please feel free to let me know if I have overlooked any!)

Here are some of my favorite Boston Wharf listings for fabulous waterfront condos in Boston:

Burroughs Wharf
40 Battery St Unit #PH9, 2 Bd 2 Ba, 1844 sq ft, $2,699,000

Battery Wharf
3 Battery Wharf Unit #3606, 2 Bd 2 Ba, 1487 sq ft, $2,295,000

Commercial Wharf
55 Commercial Wharf Unit #1 & 2, 3 Bd 2.5 Ba, 2560 sq ft, $1,950,000

India Wharf / Harbor Towers
85 East India Row Unit #16F, 2 Bd 2.5 Ba, 1630 sq ft, $799,000

Lewis Wharf
616 Lewis Wharf Unit #616, 1 Bd 1 Ba, 786 sq ft, $669,000

Rowes Wharf
20 Rowes Wharf Unit #706, 2 Bd 2 Ba, 1456 sq ft, $1,495,000

Union Wharf
12 Union Wharf Unit #12, 3 Bd 2.5 Ba, 2292 sq ft, $2,695,000

Constellation Wharf
7 Pier 7 Constellation Wharf, 3 Bd 3.5 Ba, 2744 sq ft, $1,599,000

Lincoln Wharf
357 Commercial St Unit #820, 3 Bd 2.5 Ba, 1499 sq ft, $799,000

View all waterfront Boston condos available & stay tuned as more Wharf listings become available along Boston’s waterfront

Feel free to contact us today for more information on Boston waterfront living & any other Boston condo questions you may have! 617.314.7704

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Categories : Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Real Estate, Charlestown Navy Yard, Featured Listings, North End, Seaport, Super Luxury, Waterfront

Get Fit With Getsugar

By Erica Farthing 26 05 2009

Get fit this summer through these awesome deals through getsugar. Summer has hit Boston and now is the best motivation to get in shape…some pretty sweet work out deals around downtown Boston, with getsugar saving you some serious dough.

Currently OMBE is offering a special on their Pilates drop-in class if you purchase through getsugar before heading over to this Back Bay studio. Classes are limited to 6 people so that you will get personalized attention from the Certified Pilates Instructor. OMBE in Back Bay is currently offering a 40% OFF discount on new students to OMBE. OMBE original price is $25.00 for a single Pilates session and right now through getsugar a single class can be purchased for $15.00

Learn more details about OMBE and this getsugar deal

Need something a little bit more tough for your new workout plan? Take a look at this Women Only Fitness Boot Camp taking place in Boston on the Esplanade near the Hatch Shell on Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6:30am-7:15am for 4 weeks. And what an amazing deal you will get if you purchase this package through getsugar…saving you 75% off the original price! Join Jaylin Allen of AIR Personal Fitness for this fun and fast-paced fitness training originally priced at $199.00 with the getsugar price only $50.00!

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Categories : Back Bay, Boston Lifestyle