Braintree is a pleasant South Shore base—quiet, walkable neighborhoods with coastal trails, solid restaurants and shopping around South Shore Plaza, and reliable MBTA Red Line and commuter-rail service that make multi-week stays comfortable and convenient.
Boston (≈13 miles) is an easy trip for museums, pro sports, top dining and world-class hospitals, while Providence (≈50 miles) adds a lively arts and culinary scene—both make quick weekend escapes so you won’t feel stuck.