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Fully-furnished Housing in Worcester MA


Located in the heart of Worcester, MA, Edge at Union Station is the area's only fully-furnished apartment community. Whether you're a foodie, a world traveler or sports fan, you can do it all from Edge at Union Station. Enjoy the culinary delights of Shrewsbury Street, catch a cool Railer's hockey game or go exploring with connections to Boston, Springfield, Providence, Hartford and other major cities on a train out of Union Station or via I-290, I-495, I-84 and I-90. Plus, we are just minutes from Worcester State University, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Clark University, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, and many other colleges.

 


Edge at Union Station is at the hub of Worcester’s culinary and nightlife venues. It anchors the western end of Shrewsbury Street’s dining row. Shrewsbury Street favorites include Via Italian Table, One Eleven Chop House, Wormtown Brewery, Wonder Bar, Flying Rhino, Sweet Bakery, Mac’s Diner, Kenichi Asian Bistro, Meze Greek Tapas Bar, Pomir Grille – and more. Just around the corner is the up-and-coming Green Street area, which is home to Bocado Tapas Bar, Smokestack Urban Barbecue, Compass Bar, Weintraub’s Deli, The Broadway and Birchtree Bakery.

 


Cultural institutions within walking distance of Edge at Union Station are the world-class Worcester Art Museum, acoustically renowned Mechanics Hall, beautifully restored Hanover Theatre now hosting Broadway shows, the American Antiquarian Society featuring the largest collection of pre-1876 Americana print, and the DCU Convention Center which attracts the likes of Dave Matthews Band, Eminem, Aerosmith, Rihanna, Aria Grande and Chris Brown. A short drive away is the nationally acclaimed Tower Hill Botanic Garden with year-round plant and floral displays.

 


Nearby recreational activities include the Blackstone Valley Bike Trial, hiking and canoeing on the Blackstone River Canal, skiing at Wachusett Mountain, rock climbing at Central Rock, apple picking at nearby farms and orchards, golfing at Green Hill Park and frequent 5k, 10K and 1/2 marathon run/walk road races organized throughout the year. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy Worcester’s close proximity to renowned recreation destinations in the Berkshire Mountains (less than 1.5 hours west) and on Cape Cod (two hours southeast). For history buffs, there’s Old Sturbridge Village, Fruitlands Museum and Worcester Historical Museum.

 

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    BirchTree Bread Company

    BirchTree Bread Company

    BirchTree Bread Company is a true vision founded by owner and baker, Robert Fecteau. Rob has worked in the restaurant industry as a chef for the past 15 years. Known for his innovative dishes and looking to fulfill his lifetime goal of owning his own company, Rob started BirchTree. BirchTree Breads are distinguished by quality of ingredients and artisinal methods of preparation. All of the breads at BirchTree are made using all natural ingredients. This means no additives or preservatives. In addition, there are many healthy options that are made with only whole grains.

    The Compass Tavern

    The Compass Tavern

    Located in the heart of Massachusetts, The Compass Tavern brings a new vision to your typical neighborhood restaurant. The Compass offers a delicious menu featuring the best American style and New England dishes made from scratch.

    The Bean Counter Bakery and Coffee Bar

    The Bean Counter

    Specializing in creating custom-designed and award winning wedding cakes, The Bean Counter offers a variety of gluten free cakes, cupcakes, cookies, desserts, and pastries. Perfect for grabbing a cup of coffee and a small snack for studying, The Bean Counter will not disappoint.

    British Beer Company

    British Beer Company

         The British Beer Company is the brainchild of Gary Simon and Harry Gnong, a couple of local guys who love all things British. They got together and opened a British Pub with an American Address in downtown Plymouth, MA over 17 years ago. Now 14 pubs are serving great craft beer & fresh food in a British pub atmosphere.  Shrewsbury Street in Worcester is just the type of neighborhood the BBC is most at home in. We look forward to seeing you at the pub for a pint.

    The Fix

    The Fix - Burger Bar

    From the group that brought you Mezcal Cantina, Bocado Tapas Bar, The Citizen Wine Bar, and Rye & Thyme Tavern, comes Worcester's first true burger bar.

    The Fix’s handmade burgers feature custom and local grinds of the freshest beef.  With house-made sodas and great beers, you’re sure to find your new favorite dish. Need something with a little more kick? We mix amazing elixirs and shakes using house syrups and the freshest ingredients.

    Wild Willy's Burgers

    Wild Willy's Burgers

    Wild Willy's Burgers is all about taste and choice! The taste is derived from using quality ingredients and the care taken during preparation. Now you have your choice of three distinct grinds for your burger.  At Wild Willy's Burgers, the burger patties are made by hand every morning. The toppings range from simple handcut, ripe tomatoes and Bermuda onion to fresh sauteed mushrooms and roasted green chiles from New Mexico. The buns are buttered and toasted right on the charbroiler for that homemade flavor.Â