we have a fenced in yard for our dogs, they would love to be walked but it isn't necessary for every trip out. the puppies spend a lot of time out side. the house is 35 miles from boston and the commuter train stops at the bottom of the hill (about a 6 minute walk) this is a beautiful area of massachusetts and the fall is the most gorgeous time to be here. we are going to be gone for 16 days and are looking for someone to live here and love our dogs like we do.