Lofty top floor with skylights. This guest suite has a queen bed, bathroom with shower and skylight, and its own entrance from the back yard of my house. Two flights of stairs. You can walk two short blocks to the Southwest Corridor where you'll find bike and running trails and the T transit. Discover the charms of Jamaica Plain: its locally-owned businesses, small breweries, cute coffee shops, art studios, and lots of nice outdoor space for recreation and relaxation.
Best suited for individuals and couples. If you register with three guests and let host know at the time of making your reservation, a good-quality air mattress can be provided.
Ask about the option (for additional fee) to use 7' Bechstein grand piano, as available.
Property manager
Catherine Bent
Languages
English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
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Amenities
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Beautiful and cozy apartment in the center of Boston.
Beautiful and cozy apartment in the center of Boston.
No outdoor shoes in the home. Shoe tray is proved at the door.
The home and its facilities, including laundry, are for the use of registered guests only. No additional overnight guests permitted.
If anything is broken or needs attention, notify host promptly. Damaged property or stained linen will be charged to host at replacement cost.
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 deadlock
Property Registration Number STR443588, C0146110351
About the area
Boston
Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Roxbury, a neighbourhood in Boston. Boston Museum of Fine Arts and Museum of Science are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Fenway Park and Quincy Market. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Brigham and Women's Hospital - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
Children's Hospital Boston - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Fenway Park - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
Boston University - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
Getting around
Boston Forest Hills Station - 2 min drive
Green Street Station - 7 min walk
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
El Dugout - 17 min walk
Ruggiero's Market - 4 min walk
Samuel Adams Brewery - 6 min walk
McDonald's - 8 min walk
J.P. Licks - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Skylit Suite in Musical home pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Skylit Suite in Musical home?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Skylit Suite in Musical home?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Skylit Suite in Musical home located?
Located in Roxbury, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Franklin Park Zoo and within 3 miles (5 km) of Northeastern University and Fenway Park. Children's Hospital Boston is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away. Green Street Station is 7 minutes by foot and Stony Brook Station is 8 minutes.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Loved stay a few days in this cute and comfy spot. Instructions for getting in were perfect. The space was cozy and had everything I needed. The bathroom was much larger than I expected! I had dinner at two local spots that I could walk to (The Haven & Evergreen Cafe). Hopping on the metro was easy and a fairly quick ride into downtown Boston. I walked around during the day and night and always felt safe. Cute town! I would definitely stay here again!
This is a great find as long as you can get up two flights of fairly steep stairs. Spotless room and bath. Bed is very comfortable. Definitely recommend.
This property had all the comforts of home. The neighborhood was quiet and safe, the place was spotless, the shower was hot, and it was a cozy place to crash after my travels during the day. There is a friendly coffee shop (The Vu) just around the corner and the property is only a few blocks from the Orange Line making it a convenient location. Highly recommend!
the room was very clean and comfortable. Quiet. Had some trouble finding the house number in the dark. I found parking around the block easy walk. Tea and hot water available after a long day of traveling. Instructions provided very clear. thank you.
This space was quiet and comfortable with all amenities I needed. Very clean-comfortable bed-happy with locked outer door access to the entire house, plus dead bolt to this studio apartment. (Stairs leading to 3rd floor space are steep, if that is an issue.)
The space was small but very nice. Lots of windows for light, modern bathroom, and a beautiful refinished wood floor that shows the square cut nails used to install it long ago. Good location to walk to food (0.7mi Jamaica Plain - many choices), coffee, beer (0.3mi Samuel Adams Brewery), and subway (.3mi Orange Line). We easily maneuvered w/o a car. Stairs to unit are beautiful wood, tight, and steep. Heater was OK but slow to warm the unit and had to be shut off when we were not there by house rule.
Apartment is nicely updated (e.g. bathroom), very nice skylights and hardwood floors, air conditioner works well for hot days as this was on 3rd floor. Conveniently located to the T subway stop and good local eateries. It’s a densely populated old city neighborhood so parking can be a challenge. We found a good spot and then walked everywhere (with a mile or two) (which we like to do). If you can’t do a lot of walking and want to drive places and find parking that would be a potential challenge. All amenities (teapot, microwave, small fridge) were clean and worked well. Nicely decorated place. Close to downtown Boston. Nice parks nearby.
Rental was clean and convenient. Private entrance made coming and going easy. Independent temperature control for this unit was a great feature. Host was very quick to respond to communication during our stay. We had no internet (or t.v.) for our last 4 days so that was unfortunate and the host was not able to solve this as she was off site during that time.
The place is very clean and cozy. Finding street parking was very manageable. The host communicated very well, from the arrival instructions to the occasional checks. Highly recommended.
M G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
30 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was well furnished and had all the amenities we needed.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
About the host
Hosted by Catherine Bent
Hello! I'm Catherine, a musician and college professor. I love traveling, reading, cooking, and outdoor activities. I'm from the UK originally, and besides Boston I have lived in New York City and Rio de Janeiro. I've been in Jamaica Plain since 2007 and love the parks, the variety of local small businesses, and the diverse community. I think you will too! BLM and LGBTQ+ ally.
Why they chose this property
This is a typical Jamaica Plain 3-storey house, 100 years old, simple and comfortable. It has new heat and AC systems (2018), and nice renovations throughout. There is a sweet park on the corner, where my friends and I play music in the warmer months, next to a playground and a medical clinic. An array of local parks (5-10 minutes walk away) make up Boston's Emerald Necklace, for endless exploration and tranquility within sight of Downtown. The picture above is of Jamaica Pond, a beautiful lake within walking distance.
What makes this property unique
If you want access to a piano, there is a 7' Bechstein sometimes available for rental. Ask host in advance.