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Historic Beacon Hill Duplex -2 bed 1.5 bathrooms Condo -heart of Boston

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library
Lobby
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Boston, MA
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • TD Garden
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Boston Common
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Beacon Hill Duplex -2 bed 1.5 bathrooms Condo -heart of Boston

Historic •Museums •Architecture •Local Eateries •Riverfront •Parks •Shops
Beacon Hill - Best 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, Duplex (two floors). Bedrooms are located downstairs. To access the bedrooms you will need to go down stairs through the spiral staircase (see Photo), between the bedrooms there is a full bathroom with a shower and a bathtub. - Our place is not recommended for guests with mobility issues.

An Ideal location for Exploring or working in the heart of Boston. Great Restaurants Nearby. Access to all public transportation and tourist destinations. Steps away from North End, State House, Freedom Trail, Boston Common, Major Hospitals, Whole Foods and Roche Brothers Grocery Store and Pharmacies.

The kitchen is of renovated and full size, allows you to do a lot of cooking. There will be a toaster, regular coffee maker, stove, oven, fridge, freezer, microwave oven, kitchen utensils, and pots & pans. All of our kitchen supplies are available for your use.
The living room (located on the main level entrance) is a great place to kick back and relax. It features two full sofas. Enjoy some home-cooked food or takeout at our dinning table (seats 4).
We have a smart Flat-screen TV, Blu-ray DVD player for your entertainment.* You will need your own account to stream Netflix and Prime.
Secure high-speed wireless internet is included. The bedrooms are on the second floor going down the spiral staircase; guest with mobility issues, cane, wheelchair will not be able to go down the stairs.
Beacon Hill is the most Historic neighborhood in Massachusetts. Colonial era, Boston brownstones, cobblestone streets, and the gas lanterns, will transport you to the 1800's. Our place is not a modern construction at all, and it does not have a hotel feel at all, it is our home amazingly located among it all. Although the street (Ridgeway Lane) is quiet, the brownstone building is located in an old/historic and elegant neighborhood (Beacon Hill) - our condo is located in a brownstone building dating from the 1800's - street gas lamps, but also old piping; expect some routine/sporadic home noises/sounds every now ant then. Old charming building and home.
Public transportation surrounds us, centrally located among all major public transportation systems, including South Station and North Station. Blue, Green Red and Orange Line are all walking distance from the unit.
Access to a small courtyard. This is a very quiet street and quiet building. Please note that to get to the bedrooms you need to go down the spiral staircase.
This place is non smoking, no pets.
With the kitchen and the living room and a half bathroom on the first floor (entrance level) and the bedrooms located below. Guests with mobility issues will not be able to go up and down the spiral stairs to the bedrooms located downstairs.

I am available if you need me. Happy to recommend places to eat and places that make Boston famous!

There is only street parking on Historic Beacon Hill -first come first served. However there is a wide selection of for pay parking garages PARKING – You will find a number of parking garages throughout Beacon Hill some are: The Boston Common Garage (0 Charles Street); Charles Street Parking Garage (144 Charles Street); Standard parking (100 Cambridge Street); One Center Plaza Parking (75 Somerset Street); Brimmer Street Garage (70 Brimmer Street); Government Center Garage (50 New Sudbury Street).

PUBLIC TRANS -METRO/SUBWAY (aka The T): All trains are within walking distance from our ideal location on Beacon Hill. -----Red Line: (Right on Park Street/ Boston Public Garden, steps away from the home). -------Blue Line: (takes you from the airport to Bowdin, literally across the street from the home). ----------Green Line: (Available both at Government Center and Park Street (all walking distance 5 min from home).--------Orange Line: (Available at Park Street and at Haymarket).

If you want to book for 1 month the flat rate will be $6,000

SUPERMARKETS- There are two major supermarkets in the neighborhood: Whole foods, very conveniently located on Cambridge Street, across the street (everyone goes there) and Roche Brothers, on Winter Street, the other side of the Park.
Pharmacies: Steps from CVS and

LAUNDRY- You will find many Laundromats throughout Beacon Hill you will find some on: Phillip Street, 17 Charles Street; 151 Charles Street; 64 Anderson; 15 Myrtle; 94 West Cedar St; to name some.

PARKING – You will find a number of parking garages throughout Beacon Hill some are: The Boston Common Garage (0 Charles Street); Charles Street Parking Garage (144 Charles Street); Standard parking (100 Cambridge Street); One Center Plaza Parking (75 Somerset Street); Brimmer Street Garage (70 Brimmer Street); Government Center Garage (50 New Sudbury Street).

HOSPITALS - The closest hospitals are: Mass General Hospital and Boston Eye and Ear, located on Cambridge Street.
PUBLIC TRANS -METRO/SUBWAY (aka The T): All trains are within walking distance from our ideal location on Beacon Hill. -----Red Line: (Right on Park Street/ Boston Public Garden, steps away from the home). -------Blue Line: (takes you from the airport to Bowdin, literally across the street from the home). ----------Green Line: (Available both at Government Center and Park Street (all walking distance 5 min from home).--------Orange Line: (Available at Park Street and at Haymarket).

Welcome to Beacon Hill – Our neighborhood dates to the 1800s, charming gas lights, brick buildings, quaint you will hear occasional ticking of the plumbing. Our building plumbing also dates to the 1800s, and you may hear the building settle sounds sometimes. Please be reasonable about what you flush down the toilet, most items will clog it other than what normally and naturally should be flushed down the toilet. As in any bathroom, not all items are suitable for flushing (flushing personal hygiene items, feminine care items, birth control items, diapers, or the whole TP, or baby wipes are not suitable for flushing down he buildings old fashion pipes (they will clog the building’s drain). We provide slips/plastic bags that line the bathrooms trash cans for you to dispose of any trash and other items and to avoid visits from the plumber.

Not at all a Hotel feel. Decorated with antique coffee table for your delight.
Here you will be in the heart of the City of Boston, Beacon Hill, home of Louisburg Square. Antique gas lamps, Beacon Hill buildings date to the 1800, and so does its plumbing, expect city noise, and some building settlement here and there.

historic district in downtown Boston, Beacon Hill resides on the coast of the Charles River, just north of the Boston Common. This historic 50-acre urban park offers the Hatch Memorial Shell, a riverside amphitheater with lawn seating. Beacon Hill is one of the oldest and most picturesque neighborhoods in the country with brick-lined streets, gas lanterns, and historic landmarks. With its tourist attractions and lively residential community, Beacon Hill is a charming historic region with plenty of amenities to offer residents and visitors alike.

In Beacon Hill, you will find historic architecture, antique shops, and fine eating and drinking spots define this Boston neighborhood. Visit historic homes like Nichols House Museum to tour a grand Beacon Hill residence from 1804, or venture over to the Museum of African American History on Joy Street. A prominent landmark and must-visit location is The Massachusetts State House in the center of town, built in 1795.

Beacon Hill houses the original Cheers, the iconic pub that brings in tourists from all over, and the setting of a hit sitcom. For classic Italian cuisine in a European-style atmosphere, visit Toscano, a true neighborhood gem. The historic homes, river views, city parks, and downtown Boston location are unbeatable!



Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this condo's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from TD Garden. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Massachusetts General Hospital and TD Garden
This condo offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Boston condo is smoke free.

Property manager

Lucy R. Vi

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Marina nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ice skating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1300 sq ft (121 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number STR429432, C0205630351

Property is also known as

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Historic Beacon Hill Duplex -2 bed 1.5 bathrooms Condo -heart of Boston Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 140 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Charles A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great apartment & location
This is a fantastic place. Quirky, clean and comfortable in an unbeatable location. The spiral stairs are steep and narrow so not for those with mobility issues. The plumbing does make noise but as Brits we all are used to old buildings with interesting sounds so no issue for us. We would definitely stay here again. Good clear instructions from owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel W.

Location is important but it's not everything
This location was awesome, but the unit itself could use updates and communication with the property manager was non-existent. In the listing description the unit mentioned it's decorated with antiques. I would say it's more like clutter, between the VHS, magazines, DVD's, books, and stuff animals. Lastly the oven didn't work and when I reached out no one got back to me. I don't usually need a property manager but when they don't get back to you I have an issue with that. Especially when you can tell they put no effort into the unit itself. Understandably it's an old building with pipes and noises, but they use that's an excuse. Again it's a great location and if you're ok with no communication with your property manager if something goes wrong then this is the place for you. We will be visiting Boston again, but won't be staying here
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane T., Cincinnati

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay
The apartment was very clean and in an excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leon D., Olympia, Washington State, USA (I'm one of the good guys)

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Boston City Location
The location for city exploration is excellent. Keep in mind that this is a small apartment with realistic limitations in an older building. Look closely at other reviews which do talk about their concerns for limitations. For the four of us, seasoned travelers in our 70's, it worked out great ... we are adaptable!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Boston trip
Awesome location in Boston which was key as we didn't have a car. Very walkable to many areas of Boston, the park and the train station from the house. The house is a little outdated and the instructions for the AC were not correct, but once we figured it out it worked okay. We were there in wit was in the in the mid to upper 90s, so jtypical w
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boston
Good!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alfredo F., Reno , NV

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location, to get your luggage to the bedroom is tricky, spiral stairscase
The only thing is if your a light sleeper you might have a problem the water pipes are very noisy. It’s an old building. For the check in process we were not informed that the look box was in a cabinet outside the door. I found it out of sheer luck and there are multiple lock boxes so we tried 3 and got luck.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location
Best location possible. Quaint and comfy. Only negatives are parking and laundry, but otherwise excellent experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sharon T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location, but ....
PROS: The location of this property is great to be able to walk everywhere. CONS: You cannot put toilet paper in the toilets! You have to put it in the trash can. I just think that is nasty and gross. I did not realize that when I booked it, that would have been a deal breaker for me. For the price you pay for this property, putting nasty toilet paper in a trash can is ridiculous. Also, there were not enough towels for the 4 of us. No extra towels anywhere. There were no kitchen towels to dry dishes with. There is warning in the description about building noises and there definitely are! One night it was so loud that we were woken up at 1:30 am and didn't get back to sleep for several hours. Every night there were noises, some nights louder than others. One bedroom had the street noise - sirens, noise like skateboards going down the street, people talking, etc. If you are a light sleeper you will not sleep well. The spiral staircase is very narrow and would not be safe to carry suitcase down. Bring your own bath soap because there was not any provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was great
The location of the place was its best feature. We were able to drop off our luggage prior to check-in since we had an early flight. The spiral staircase was challenging at times because of its narrow stairs. We found it was easier to keep our suitcases upstairs and bring down clothes each day, a large suitcase would be very difficult to take it down the stairs. The place was clean but the towels were fewer than we needed.but was resolved. We are currently communicating with the owner with sending us the item we erroneously left there,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Janis S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We were able to walk everywhere, great location and all the needed amenities were close by. Very comfortable and quiet. Bring a flashlight as the street is a little dark when returning after dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in every way
The location, just a few minute walk tp two separate T stops, made it easy to get anywhere we wanted. It had plenty of space and everything we needed. Our host was very accommodating and the communication was clear and easy. If I was visiting Boston again, I would definitely want to stay here. If I was
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Liz R.

Liked: Cleanliness
City break
Excellent location for walking the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home in a great location!
The location of this home could not be better! We had everything we needed, the place is well stocked, and it was very comfortable. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property, responsive hosts
The listing is as described. Everything was very clean. The kitchen is well equipped. The spiral staircase does take a bit of time to get used to using. We left our suitcases on the main floor, rather than struggling to get them up and down the tight staircase. The location is prime, within minutes of many attractions. We took a liking to the Beacon Hill Hotel on Charles Street. Excellent food and a wonderful patio! We only had one request of the hosts during our stay, and they responded promptly and efficiently. All in all, highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for a family getaway!
We stayed four nights and it was perfect for our needs. Lots of space for the teen children to spread out and can't imagine a more perfect location in the center of everything. Accurate description of property including that the stairs will not work for anyone that is older or has issues with tight spaces. Everything is dated but absolutely functional. Would absolutely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Archie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
The spot came just as advertised. The entrance is located in an alleyway but we were able to drive right to the door to unload. I used Spot Hero and found a parking garage five minutes away. Those who have visited Boston before will know how walkable it is so we didn't need the car again until we left. In terms of the accommodations, it was larger than we expected. Large living room upstairs and two large bedrooms below. The whole place was outfitted with everything that you would ever need. We didn't use the kitchen (other than the fridge) but we've not stayed in a VRBO before that was better equipped. As indicated in the description, the spiral staircase is tight so we just left our suitcases upstairs and took what we needed for the four days down to our bedroom. The location is ideal. Five to ten minutes to the North end, Quincy Market, Downtown Crossing, Boston Commons, waterfront and pretty much any other places you'd want to visit. I would highly recommend booking this spot and we will most definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tom F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beacon Hill apartment
Tremendous location, with single metro ride from airport and walkable to the historic sites. This is a well converted ground level flat to add the two basement level bedrooms. Tight spiral stairway is not for the faint of heart but works here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Juliana C.

Great location but place needs a lot of work
Location is top notch-walking distance to most areas and minutes from many shops, grocery store and restaurants.The host will send you an extremely detailed explanation of how to check in/out and how to navigate the area-which even as a former Boston resident I appreciated immensely.The amount of room you have is also very much appreciated for a family of four.I cannot however give this place ten stars. It needs a lot of updates to make it more “livable”.The downstairs where the bedrooms are have no AC, only fans (2 in each room), the upstairs/main floor where the living room and kitchen are there is an AC that works really well. The bedrooms got hot specially in the front room that has a very high window with some old blinds- they need a black out shade for the front room since it gets super light as soon as the sun comes out. The place itself is in dire need of a fresh coat of paint, fixing holes on the walls, broken flooring/tiles, broken baseboards, etc. Bathrooms definitely need to be updated, the shower handle kept falling as we turned it on. It also has a LOT of knick knacks/antiques and it made the place feel claustrophobic for us, not quirky and cute- but some people might not mind that. The spiral staircase is treacherous- imagine Ross from FRIENDS saying “pivot, pivot” but you have to do that with just your body. We left all our luggage upstairs. They need to invest back in the property if they are charging people to stay there
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Melissa S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Run down
The location is perfect for seeing all the wonderful things Boston has to offer. But, be warned this unit is falling apart. There was an abundance of black mold in the AC unit, the oven didn’t work, tile in the bathroom is crumbling and the beds were so old and lumpy. Needs MAJOR TLC.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Stay in Beacon Hill
We had a wonderful stay! This apartment is in a great locacation in Beacon Hill and close to the North End. You can walk anywhere from this location. Old and full of character, this accomodation was both comfortable and interesting. The kitchen was well stocked, wifi worked well, and the proprieters where responsive. I would recommend this rental to anyone who does not have mobility issues and likes adventure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay on Beacon Hill
Cozy apartment, clean and comfortable in a great and walkable location on Beacon Hill.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024