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85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 12
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Boston, MA
- Place, Franklin Park Zoo20 min walk
- Place, Northeastern University8 min drive
- Place, Fenway Park9 min drive
- Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)12 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
2 Double Beds
Bedroom 2
2 Double Bunk Beds
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston
Welcome to your cozy home away from home! This newly decorated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment is located on the 1st floor and just 5 miles from Downtown Boston. Nestled in a vibrant and walkable neighborhood, it’s perfect for families, groups, or business travelers. Only a 2-minute walk to the nearest bus stop and 5 minutes to a grocery store. The apartment features a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living area, comfortable beds, fast Wi-Fi, and all the essentials for a relaxing, convenient, and enjoyable stay.
🏡 Welcome to Your Boston Home Away from Home
Discover comfort and convenience in this spacious and thoughtfully designed apartment—perfect for families, groups, or anyone looking to explore the best of Boston while enjoying a cozy retreat.
🛏 The Space
• Bedroom 1: 1 King bed — Spacious and serene, ideal for unwinding after a day in the city.
• Bedroom 2: 2 Full beds — Great for friends or siblings sharing a room.
• Bedroom 3: 2 Bunk beds — A fun, functional setup perfect for kids or larger groups.
• Each bedroom has one smart TV.
🛁 Bathrooms: 2 full bathrooms stocked with fresh towels and all the essentials.
🍽 Kitchen: Fully equipped with everything you need to cook and enjoy meals at home.
🧺 Laundry: A washer and dryer are available in the basement for your convenience.
🌆 Local Amenities
Everything you need is just around the corner:
• Convenience Stores: 7-Eleven (Dorchester Ave), Pleasant View Market
• Grocery Stores: Dorchester Market, DJ’s Market & Deli
• Restaurants:
– Ashmont Grill (American cuisine)
– Banh Mi Ba Le (Vietnamese)
– Plus many more local spots offering a range of international flavors
🚇 Location & Access
Ideally located with easy access to public transportation, city attractions, and neighborhood gems. Whether you're here to visit family, explore Boston’s rich history, or just enjoy a relaxing stay. You’ll feel right at home.
🏡 Please Kindly Read Before Booking
We truly value your privacy and comfort during your stay. If the hosts ever need to access the garage or outdoor areas for maintenance purposes, we will notify you in advance.
To ensure a smooth and respectful experience for everyone, please kindly review the following rules before making your reservation.
1. 🔐 Guest Registration
All guests must be registered before check-in, including full names to match the number on the reservation. This is for safety and security purposes.
> 📷 Please note that we have exterior cameras to monitor this. Any discrepancy in guest count may result in immediate cancellation of the reservation without a refund.
2. 👥 Extra Guests
No unregistered or unexpected guests are allowed without prior approval.
> Extra guest fee: $25 per guest per night.
> Only guests listed on the official Vrbo reservation are permitted on the property.
3. 🚫 Unauthorized Visitors & Illegal Activity
Visitors or overnight guests without prior approval, or any illegal activity on the premises, will result in immediate cancellation of your stay with no refund.
4. 🎉 No Parties or Disturbances
Strictly no parties, no events, no smoking, and no excessive drinking.
> Illegal activity of any kind—including drug use or illegal internet activity—is strictly prohibited.
> If a guest becomes intoxicated and causes disturbance or property damage, the reservation will be terminated immediately without refund.
> 🚔 Any visit from law enforcement to the property will also result in immediate eviction.
5. 🤫 Quiet Hours
Please respect our neighbors by keeping noise to a minimum, especially when arriving or leaving during early or late hours.
> 🔕 Quiet hours are strictly from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
6. 🍳 Kitchen Use
Light cooking is welcome. However, heavy cooking or food preparation for large groups is not allowed.
7. 🧼 Cleaning Policy
An additional cleaning fee will be charged if the home is left excessively messy or if rugs/furniture are stained and require special cleaning services.
8. 🛡️ Liability Waiver
By booking, guests agree that the host is not responsible for any accidents, injuries, or illnesses that occur on the property.
We are also not liable for loss of personal belongings or valuables. Guests accept full responsibility for themselves and any invitees while using the premises.
9. 📹 Security & Noise Monitoring
We use Ring (exterior security cameras) and NoiseAware (indoor noise level monitoring) for your safety and to ensure compliance with local noise regulations.
> Cameras are exterior only and monitored at entrances. Tampering, covering, or disabling cameras is strictly prohibited and will result in reservation termination with no reèund.
10. 🐾 Pet Policy (For Pet Owners)
We welcome pets under the following conditions:
* Extra pet fee: $45 per pet per night.
* Cats are welcome only if proper protection is used (e.g., furniture covers, claw guards, or cages).
* No pets allowed on beds or furniture.
* Please clean up all pet waste and dispose of it in the outdoor trash bin.
* Food and water bowls are available in the kitchen.
* Dogs must be leashed when outside.
* Before check-out, please sweep any pet hair and ensure the space is clean.
We appreciate your cooperation and understanding in following these rules. They help us maintain a clean, respectful, and safe environment for all guests.
📅 Book now to begin your memorable stay. We’re excited to host you!
🏡 Welcome to Your Boston Home Away from Home
Discover comfort and convenience in this spacious and thoughtfully designed apartment—perfect for families, groups, or anyone looking to explore the best of Boston while enjoying a cozy retreat.
🛏 The Space
• Bedroom 1: 1 King bed — Spacious and serene, ideal for unwinding after a day in the city.
• Bedroom 2: 2 Full beds — Great for friends or siblings sharing a room.
• Bedroom 3: 2 Bunk beds — A fun, functional setup perfect for kids or larger groups.
• Each bedroom has one smart TV.
🛁 Bathrooms: 2 full bathrooms stocked with fresh towels and all the essentials.
🍽 Kitchen: Fully equipped with everything you need to cook and enjoy meals at home.
🧺 Laundry: A washer and dryer are available in the basement for your convenience.
🌆 Local Amenities
Everything you need is just around the corner:
• Convenience Stores: 7-Eleven (Dorchester Ave), Pleasant View Market
• Grocery Stores: Dorchester Market, DJ’s Market & Deli
• Restaurants:
– Ashmont Grill (American cuisine)
– Banh Mi Ba Le (Vietnamese)
– Plus many more local spots offering a range of international flavors
🚇 Location & Access
Ideally located with easy access to public transportation, city attractions, and neighborhood gems. Whether you're here to visit family, explore Boston’s rich history, or just enjoy a relaxing stay. You’ll feel right at home.
🏡 Please Kindly Read Before Booking
We truly value your privacy and comfort during your stay. If the hosts ever need to access the garage or outdoor areas for maintenance purposes, we will notify you in advance.
To ensure a smooth and respectful experience for everyone, please kindly review the following rules before making your reservation.
1. 🔐 Guest Registration
All guests must be registered before check-in, including full names to match the number on the reservation. This is for safety and security purposes.
> 📷 Please note that we have exterior cameras to monitor this. Any discrepancy in guest count may result in immediate cancellation of the reservation without a refund.
2. 👥 Extra Guests
No unregistered or unexpected guests are allowed without prior approval.
> Extra guest fee: $25 per guest per night.
> Only guests listed on the official Vrbo reservation are permitted on the property.
3. 🚫 Unauthorized Visitors & Illegal Activity
Visitors or overnight guests without prior approval, or any illegal activity on the premises, will result in immediate cancellation of your stay with no refund.
4. 🎉 No Parties or Disturbances
Strictly no parties, no events, no smoking, and no excessive drinking.
> Illegal activity of any kind—including drug use or illegal internet activity—is strictly prohibited.
> If a guest becomes intoxicated and causes disturbance or property damage, the reservation will be terminated immediately without refund.
> 🚔 Any visit from law enforcement to the property will also result in immediate eviction.
5. 🤫 Quiet Hours
Please respect our neighbors by keeping noise to a minimum, especially when arriving or leaving during early or late hours.
> 🔕 Quiet hours are strictly from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
6. 🍳 Kitchen Use
Light cooking is welcome. However, heavy cooking or food preparation for large groups is not allowed.
7. 🧼 Cleaning Policy
An additional cleaning fee will be charged if the home is left excessively messy or if rugs/furniture are stained and require special cleaning services.
8. 🛡️ Liability Waiver
By booking, guests agree that the host is not responsible for any accidents, injuries, or illnesses that occur on the property.
We are also not liable for loss of personal belongings or valuables. Guests accept full responsibility for themselves and any invitees while using the premises.
9. 📹 Security & Noise Monitoring
We use Ring (exterior security cameras) and NoiseAware (indoor noise level monitoring) for your safety and to ensure compliance with local noise regulations.
> Cameras are exterior only and monitored at entrances. Tampering, covering, or disabling cameras is strictly prohibited and will result in reservation termination with no reèund.
10. 🐾 Pet Policy (For Pet Owners)
We welcome pets under the following conditions:
* Extra pet fee: $45 per pet per night.
* Cats are welcome only if proper protection is used (e.g., furniture covers, claw guards, or cages).
* No pets allowed on beds or furniture.
* Please clean up all pet waste and dispose of it in the outdoor trash bin.
* Food and water bowls are available in the kitchen.
* Dogs must be leashed when outside.
* Before check-out, please sweep any pet hair and ensure the space is clean.
We appreciate your cooperation and understanding in following these rules. They help us maintain a clean, respectful, and safe environment for all guests.
📅 Book now to begin your memorable stay. We’re excited to host you!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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
Property Registration Number STR593656, C0529790351
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Boston
Dorchester, a neighbourhood in Boston, is home to this holiday home. Boston Harbor and Boston Marathon Finish Line are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Boston Common and Revere Beach. Check out an event or a game at Fenway Park, and consider making time for New England Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.
Boston, MA
What's nearby
- Franklin Park Zoo - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Northeastern University - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
- Copley Square - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
- Fenway Park - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
- Boston Common - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pho Le Restaurant - 11 min walk
- Neville's Bakery - 4 min walk
- Restaurante Cesaria - 7 min walk
- Pho 2000 Restaurant - 10 min walk
- McDonald's - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
8.0/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
3 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danielle N.
20 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Danielle N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Richard S.
27 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Richard S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary Jo K.
18 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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