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Houseboat in Boston Harbor Wifi A/C /Heat Be rocked to sleep

Houseboat in Boston, near TD Garden

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The Blue Pearl
Be rocked to sleep here
Kitchen with Keurig coffeemaker
Memory foam sleep sofa
Kitchen with cooktop and micro wave

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 644.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, TD Garden
  • Place, New England Aquarium
  • Place, Boston Harbor
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Houseboat in Boston Harbor Wifi A/C /Heat Be rocked to sleep

Please note boat can not leave dock during your stay.

If you are planning a visit to Boston or a Bostonian needing a getaway close to home consider staying on our houseboat 'The Blue Pearl'. . Our houseboat is fully furnished with well equipped kitchen, full size refrigerator, cooktop, microwave, Keurig coffeemaker and K cups. Master bedroom has a queen size bed with premium mattress, 800 thread count linens, down blanket and comforter. Kids loft has two twins and the living room has a memory foam sleep sofa.
The boat is fully air conditioned in the summer and heated during the winter. The covered front deck and the sundeck above has outdoor seating. Free Wi-Fi is included in your rental. We are now located in Charlestown Marina.

Parking is available but must be reserved ahead or spaces can be full. We have a limited number of spaces. Please confirm if you need us to save the parking.

Accessible via water taxi, car, or taxi . Uber is readily available.
Walk to many area attractions including USS Constitution, Bunker hill and the North End. Charlestown navy yard ferry terminal is a short walk and that drops you off at Long wharf next to the New England Aquarium downtown.
Travelling nurses please note. We rent our houseboats from November 1 to March 1 for $2000 per month plus electric. Email to inquire about availability.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours at the marina are from 10 pm to 8 am. Guests must be respectful of the many who call this marina home.
This is in a marina that requires us to meet guests and give a brief tour for safety and features. We only do check in from 3pm-9pm.

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 STR416892, C0017470351

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Boston

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Charlestown, a neighbourhood in Boston. Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Harvard Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Boston Harbor and Boston Common. Check out an event or a game at TD Garden, and consider making time for New England Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Power boating, sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • TD Garden - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • New England Aquarium - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Boston Harbor - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Boston Common - 4 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Haymarket Station - 3 min drive
  • Chelsea Station - 6 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pier6 Boston - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dovetail - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Well Coffee House - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Houseboat in Boston Harbor Wifi A/C /Heat Be rocked to sleep pet-friendly?

Yes, this houseboat allows pets (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Houseboat in Boston Harbor Wifi A/C /Heat Be rocked to sleep?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Houseboat in Boston Harbor Wifi A/C /Heat Be rocked to sleep on 9 Dec 2025 start from AU$692.53, 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 Houseboat in Boston Harbor Wifi A/C /Heat Be rocked to sleep?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Houseboat in Boston Harbor Wifi A/C /Heat Be rocked to sleep?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Houseboat in Boston Harbor Wifi A/C /Heat Be rocked to sleep located?

Located in Charlestown, 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 28 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 199 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 199 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt U.

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

Garden party

What a great experience. We loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, convenient to all the downtown Boston attractions and public transit options. Safe and secure inside the marina gates, surrounded by beautiful boats and yachts. Amenities are similar to an RV, so be mindful of the small shower, plastic toilet, etc. no issue for my family, we loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Very Relaxing Houseboat

Clean and comfortable! Loved the gentle rocking!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J.

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

Unwind on the water

Awesome get away to start our journey through the New England states. Friendly, convenient, relaxing 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, relaxing, quiet marina. Everything you need is nearby. The boat is well maintained, very clean, and has all the essentials. While some of us went to a concert, the others just relaxed and enjoyed the peace. Boston has something for everyone!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny A.

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

Great experience

We loved our time on the houseboat. The kids thought it was a unique experience and enjoyed staying up in the loft. We liked the gentle rocking of the boat and the ducks that came to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine C.

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

Wondeful

The houseboat was cosy, quiet and comfortable. Just what I wanted
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Perfectly quiet & relaxing for spring break vacation!

I had read in a novel about a family who lived on a house boat in the upper East coast area and wanted to experience it. This was the perfect way to experience house boat life! It was quiet and peaceful. My kids thought it was so fun too! It was a perfect location. Easy to get to North End, really anywhere if you were willing to walk, yet nice to retreat to when done exploring!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Houseboat

Not quite what we expected but in a wonderful location. The owner was very responsive to our concerns.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our overall experience was wonderful. Communication with the owner was great and it was a perfect location. The kitchen had everything we needed and we sat on the little porch, which was nice too. The only thing I would recommend is more shampoo and body soap. There was only one little bottle and it was only half full, and there was four of us. If we all would have showered, there wouldn’t have been enough shampoo. The other thing I didn’t like was that we had to do the dishes and take the garbage out. I rent a cabin and I never asked the people to take the garbage out or do the dishes. But none of that ruined our experience and we would definitely recommend this place. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice! Fun! Convenient! Comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I had an excellent stay! It was very comfortable! I would highly recommend staying on The Blue Pearl and hope to stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

M G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The boat and the Navy Yard/ wharf area were awesome! Sherrie checked us in and made sure we had everything we needed and was super helpful. The area was full of history and felt super safe. My little boy ran on the wharf in the morning as the sun came up and my girls took pictures in the area after dark. It was an awesome experience all around. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sharlene F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Our stay was great but your hidden fees were outragious !!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

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

Fantastic home base for our Boston adventure

We’d never stayed in a houseboat previously, and I’m surprised how much we loved the stay on the “Blue Pearl”. My kids loved the loft, and the gentle boat rocking. The location was excellent— a short ferry ride to long wharf, and we even had a front row view to the Harborfest fireworks. It was great having a kitchen & full-size fridge to cook dinners/breakfasts.The marina itself was super quiet, and we had a quiet restful stay. We had groceries delivered and were able to save money cooking on our trip.The boat itself was clean, comfortable (two window unit ACs), and well cared for. We have rented RVs before so the marine toilet/black tank was no sweat for us.Deb and Sherry were easy to communicate with both before and day-of checkin.We’d absolutely return to the Blue Pearl—it was a delight for us and our kids!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

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

Safe Harbor in the Harbor

Comfortable houseboat in the harbor. Convenient location, a lot of sites within walking distance. Host very friendly and great communication. Easy check in and out. 5 stars!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

Perfect!!!

We absolutely loved the location! It was quiet, safe, and within close proximity to colonial Boston. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic! Loved the vibe and the proximity to the feery.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Perfect location in Boston Harbor

We were there for our daughter's graduation and the location was perfect - short uber from Logan and quick trips to Cambridge. would defintely do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace L.

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

A Lovely Stay!

I stayed here with friends for my graduation. This was such a unique place right outside of Boston. The houseboat was clean and had everything I could want. Boston is close and the parking was convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

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

Great trip

Came for marathon weekend. This is a little off the beaten path, but perfect for an insane weekend. Kids loved the loft. We would usually do the 20-30 min walk into the city, otherwise Uber is great. Beautiful location, peaceful - would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

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

Awesome

Amazing location and superior communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Unique experience!

The Blue Pearl houseboat was the perfect homebase for our after Christmas Boston adventure with our 11 and 8 year old daughters. The location was convenient for everything we wanted to do in Boston. The boat was warm and inviting even in December. The shower was great. Check-in
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon Mageau W.

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

Safe and unique!

Loved it! Receptive hosts and we felt VERY safe! I still feel the rocking feeling repercussions days later even on land though. But I do suffer from moderate sea sickness!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

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

Lovely Stay

My sister and I enjoyed our time on the water. Lovely area to walk around and great restaurants close by!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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