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Travelers Choice Best of Boston Houseboat Suite 2!

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Green Turtle I Houseboat - 2 separate private suites in Boston Harbor!
Green Turtle I Houseboat Suite Queen sized bed in Boston Harbor
Green Turtle I Houseboat Suite in Boston Harbor
Enjoy your morning coffee or evening beverage on the dock!
Green Turtle I Houseboat Suite with kitchenette and private en suite bathroom.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Boston, MA
  • New England Aquarium
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • TD Garden
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Boston Harbor
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette

About this property

Travelers Choice Best of Boston Houseboat Suite 2!

What better way to see Boston than on a houseboat in the harbor with plenty of fresh air! Set in historic Boston Harbor in a protected state of the art gated and secure marina the Green Turtle I is the perfect choice for your visit. We are located in Boston's Charlestown Neighborhood which is home to the USS Constitution (Old Ironsides) and the Bunker Hill Monument. Charlestown is Boston's oldest neighborhood
.There are wonderful restaurants within walking distance of the Green Turtle.
The Green Turtle I is an award winning floating houseboat which has 2 separate suites which can accommodate 2 people in each suite. Each suite is very private. The price reflects one suite. We have been awarded The Travelers Choice and The Best of Boston Award.

Set in historic Boston Harbor in a protected state of the art gated and secure marina the Green Turtle I is the perfect choice for your visit. We are located in Boston's Charlestown Neighborhood which is home to the USS Constitution (Old Ironsides) and the Bunker Hill Monument. Charlestown is Boston's oldest neighborhood.

We are a short distance away from the North End, Fanueil Hall and the Boston Common. It is easy to get around by foot, ferry, free shuttle bus , Uber or Taxi. Catch the Green Line to get to a game at Fabulous Fenway

Each suite has a kitchenette and a private bathroom en suite. The Green Turtle was designed for comfort above all and the only reminder your floating in Boston Harbor is the sound of the gulls, motion of the sea and reflection of the ocean dancing on the ceiling.

Relax reclined on our dock chairs or sip gourmet coffee from the comfort of a well placed rattan chair.

We provide luxury linens and towels. Your suite has a queen sized bed, small window table with rattan chairs and a kitchenette with a small refrigerator and microwave. We stock your suite with coffee, tea, cream, milk and water.

Come Float With Us!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number STR427698, C0071990351

About the area

Boston

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Thompson Square - Bunker Hill, a neighbourhood in Boston. Museum of Science and Boston Museum of Fine Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Quincy Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at TD Garden, or consider Encore Boston Harbor for a night out. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching.
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Boston, MA

What's nearby

  • New England Aquarium - 19 min walk - 2.3 km
  • TD Garden - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace - 2 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Boston Harbor - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Boston Common - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Community College Station - 3 min drive
  • Chelsea Station - 6 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pollo Campero - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Hacienda - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dovetail - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pier6 Boston - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Travelers Choice Best of Boston Houseboat Suite 2! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Travelers Choice Best of Boston Houseboat Suite 2!?

As of 23 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Travelers Choice Best of Boston Houseboat Suite 2! on 24 Sept 2025 start from AU$731.86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Travelers Choice Best of Boston Houseboat Suite 2!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Travelers Choice Best of Boston Houseboat Suite 2!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Travelers Choice Best of Boston Houseboat Suite 2! located?

Located in Thompson Square - Bunker Hill, this houseboat is within 2 miles (3 km) of Charlestown Navy Yard, TD Garden and Boston Harbor. Faneuil Hall Marketplace and New England Aquarium are also within 3 miles (5 km). Community College Station is 26 minutes by foot and Haymarket Station is 29 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jeff w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location, Boston is a favorite of ours. Go Sox
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Right on the water

Great houseboat experience! The check in process was fairly easy and the small kitchenette gave us the option to make coffee and have a quick breakfast in the mornings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Green Turlle

Very peaceful nice walking distance to Boston history and north end restaurants and fun
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Greenturtle

Good location and price
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Green Turtle great stay!

Wonderful little houseboat in a great area! Easy check in and out! Will refer friends!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO

Amazing experience and host
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2 night stay

The houseboat was fantastic and surrounding area and views were great. Thanks for a great time .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our 3-night stay at this charming and unique property in lively Charlestown. The location is excellent - walkable to downtown or to public transportation and also very easy to access by car. Parking is available at the marina, which is a huge plus! The website does not mention the price, but we found it to be reasonable. Check-in and check-out could not have been easier and communication was easy and efficient throughout. Karen and Jon offer a lovely breakfast plate of sweetbreads and muffins which we injoyed on the dock with our coffee. A fun alternative to a hotel stay - just be ready to be gently rocked to sleep!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location

Beautiful views. Everything I needed there or close by. Ferry into downtown is lovely. Dovetail restaurant has the best coffee.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wicked awesome!!

Merry Christmas in May! This vacation was a Christmas gift and we had been counting down the months & days! We enjoyed our stay so much and will definitely plan to return. We love the water, so this was the perfect spot for us! Sherrie & the owners were very responsive and helpful upon arrival. Thank you so much for sharing The Green Turtle with us!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Green Turtle fun!

Had a great long St.Patricks weekend at the Green Turtle so happy we found this place instead of the normal hotel stay. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, Unique, Memorable stay!

It was very fun staying in a boat house. Little nervous about how we would like it but it was lovely and so fun to do something different! The stocked fridge and homemade goodies and great coffee was an added bonus! Had everything we needed (except maybe a couple extra pillows) We came so I could run the Boston Marathon! What a wonderful experience and your boat house was the icing on top to an amazing weekend! Thank You!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely alternative to a hotel room

Charming houseboat in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AWESOME

LOCATION GREAT HOST AMAZING WOULD STAY AGAIN OR GET GIFTS FOR OTHERS TO STAY.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOHN O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Houseboat stay

A special visit to Boston.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

Great location, with plenty to do in the area and some great views. The hosts were very friendly and helpful, and we had a very fun weekend overall. Would love to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay

We flew in on a red-eye, and Jon arranged for Sherry to meet us at the rental bright and early, that was much appreciated. Location was great for us as it was convenient to our son’s college and Logan airport. We really enjoyed walking along the Harbor Walk to North Station for the T. All in all, a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful water views

Lovely days in Boston. We were sorry not to meet Jon. He sounds like a charming host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Philip O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boathouse

We have a relaxing time. Rocking all night made you sleep like a baby. Place was clean and we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We loved visiting again and staying on the water with a spectacular view. John was accomodating and a delight to talk with.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best in Boston

Jon and Karen were very welcoming and made this an amazing experience. From homemade treats to wonderful recommendations, the best vrbo experience I've had so far. Thank you for making our trip a 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome.

The place is adorable. The pier is gorgeous. The view is gorgeous. Proximity to city is perfect. Owners/hosts amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Houseboat stay

Wonderful! Host was extremely helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Turtleriffic!

It was perfect, such a unique and wonderful experience. The property managers are so lovely. If I am lucky enough to get back to Boston, I hope to be able to stay at the Green Turtle again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Host with the Most!

Our stay in Boston was perfect despite some rain one day. Jon is really quite the host, full of knowledge and available at all times. The place was great and there were alot of nice touches added which made the stay even better
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jon Dolence

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Premier Host

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