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

Start your day in comfort then take an easy walk to historic attractions like USS Constitution or Bunker Hill.

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Marina
View from property
Exterior
Pool
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 645 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Ocean view
The current price is SAR 488
SAR 1,940 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar

About this property

Entire place

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

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.

Property manager

Deborah Dolan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchenette

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 480 sq ft (45 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number STR416892, C0017470351

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
boston, ma

What's nearby

  • TD Garden - 3 min drive
  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace - 4 min drive
  • Boston Harbor - 5 min drive
  • New England Aquarium - 5 min drive
  • Boston Common - 7 min drive

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
  • ‪Dovetail - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brewer's Fork - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Hacienda - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pollo Campero - ‬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).

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?

Check-out 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 mi (3 km) of Charlestown Navy Yard, TD Garden, and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. New England Aquarium and Boston Common are also within 3 mi (5 km). Community College Station is 26 minutes by foot and Haymarket Station is 28 minutes.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 179 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great find!! The kids loved staying in the loft and we loved having a separate bedroom! We will totally stay here again if its available!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway
Lovely houseboat in a harbor that rocks you to sleep!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Welcome was friendly and access to the Freedom trial within walking distance. This is a great rental for tourists!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Good value
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

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

wendy d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredibly adorable, wonderful location, Deb and Sherrie rock!!
My daughter and I stayed for a couple of days and had a wonderful time. Deb (owner) is a fabulous communicator, Sherrie (property manager) is outstanding. Location was perfect for our back-and-forth trips into Boston. Our stay was a perfect 10, I wish I could give more stars!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Water views and peaceful home on marina
It was great. We are a family of four, all adults, and we’re very comfortable in the space. We loved the proximity to the Harborwalk trails and historic Charlestown. Parking was so convenient! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Our family had a nice stay at the Blue Pearl. It does take a little getting used to having “sea legs”. Bed was very comfy with nice bedding. Lovely bath towels as well. Nice walk to the USS Constitution as well as the Freedom Trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cozy
I loved my stay at the Blue Pearl - it’s a cute and cozy place! The weekend was rainy and cold, I spent on the couch looking at the view and reading my book. Would go back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
We had a great time! We did a little trip for our 3 children- ages 9, 7, and 5. We bought a groupon for city pass and got to experience all of Boston. The location and accommodations aboard the Blue Pearl were perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

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

Bob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful fun.
Seriously. It is staying on a houseboat in Charlestown harbor. It was great.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny T., Floodwood

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful nights
The houseboat was very clean, there was plenty of room for the 4 of us. The rocking of the houseboat at night was very soothing, kind of put you to sleep. Very quiet area, spent our nights out on the top deck and bottom deck, enjoyed the scenery immensely. I would absolutely recommend this property, we walked the freedom trail and pretty much wherever we went.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique Marina Stay
This was our first time staying on a house boat, and loved it! Upon my arrival Sherry was there waiting to show me around an provide useful information about the house boat and surrounding areas which was very helpful. The marina itself is clean and the house boat is situated at the end of a pier with nice views and a bit of privacy. Overall a great experience and we would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

Oliver K.

Awesome!
Great experience! Would come back anytime and recommend to my friends! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay.
The only downside was the location. Not the house itself but we had to do a lot of walking to just get to mass transit. (The walking was good for us). Our stay in Boston was great. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lahore day getaway
We really enjoyed our stay. It was spacious and suitable for our needs. Sherrie was very friendly and had great suggestions. The arrival instructions were great. The check out instructions had the wrong gate code to get out on the email we received the day prior to check out. Also, there was some conflicting information as to where to leave the key fob when checking out. Other than that minor stuff, I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing rocking
My son and I stayed here on a spring break trip. The location was a 5 min walk from the USS Constitution, a 10 min walk to Bunker Hill and a 20-30 min walk to the North End. However because we were on a boat in a marina there was zero traffic noise and that combined with the rocking motion of the houseboat meant I slept extremely well. Bonus: we were visited on several days by a pair of ducks who would hang out on the patio with us. Got to love a vacation home that comes with pets! Downsides? The location may not be the best if you don't like to walk. Also the boat definitely rocks. I've stayed on several houseboats in the past where you couldn't sense any motion. However this marina isn't protected by a sea wall or breakwater so the wakes from cargo vessels do cause the houseboat to bob a bit. I actually found it extremely relaxing but if you're readily prone to motion sickness this may not be for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wei-Wei L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and unique stay
We’re from the area but wanted to do something a little unique for a staycation, and our stay here for the bill perfectly. My two children (2 and 6) were a tad nervous initially on the docks and boat but quickly acclimated and loved staying here. They especially loved the loft, and while my older son was fine, we did monitor the 2-year old closely, though she was usually careful. The kitchen was suitable for our needs (basically reheating leftovers and some light snack prep) and access to the city was easy. We walked to the Long Wharf area once but found it much faster and more convenient to take the ferry. I have a tendency toward motion sickness, but didn’t have any trouble on the boat and found the rocking soothing, especially at night. Sherrie and Deb were both gracious and responsive. All in all, a memorable trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

JOHN T.

OK IF YOU LIKE CAMPING
I KNOW THAT THE WEATHER WAS COLD, HOWEVER I NEVER THOUGHT THAT ON VACATION I WOULD HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT LOSING POWER AND POWER RESETING ON DOCK. REMOVING ICE FROM LOWER DECK, VERY UNSAFE. REMOVING SNOW FROM NARROW WALK DECK UNSAFE FOR FAMILY. , HOUSEBOAT WAS DISORGANIZED, ie: ALL ITEMS IN CABNITES , ITEMS IN CLOSET. NO ITEMS SHOULD BE LEFT OUT IN LOFT AREA. USING ADDITIONAL HEATERS TRIPS BREAKERS. HADE TO REMOVE TRASH, TO DOCK AERA, THAT DUE TO HOLDAY, WERE FULL. HAD TO LEAVE WATER DRIPPING SO WOULD NOT FREEZE. FOR THE AMOUNT OF RENTAL COST WOULD NOT RECOMMAND DURING WINTER. IF ALL ITEMS WERE PLACED IN THE DESCRIPTION ON LINE I WOULD HAVE MADE DIFFERENT ARRRANGEMENTS
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique way to stay in Boston - amazing location
We really loved our houseboat stay! The property was clean and pretty much as described. The loft bedroom was a big hit with the kids, and it was spacious enough that it was a good place to stow our suitcases up and out of the way. The location was perfect. The area is very walkable and while it may be more of a walk than some might like to get to restaurants, etc., we walked most places or caught the ferry from Charlestown Navy Yard. The marina was a really lovely home base. It was quiet and peaceful at night and in the mornings, and it was so nice to sit outside on the boat with a mug of coffee in the mornings! I will also add that one in our group is prone to seasickness, and he was totally fine on the boat (though we all felt like we were gently bobbing around even when on land for our entire stay!). A couple of things to note/that might be improved: it was pretty tricky to lock the sliding door to the boat. We had to leave it unlocked a couple of times because it just wouldn’t lock. Also, the bedroom door can only be closed from the inside, which meant that if someone went to bed, they had to either leave the door open OR wake up to let the other person into the bedroom. That’s only an issue if everyone isn’t going to bed at the same time. Finally, the instructions for the boat need to be updated. It was very confusing to have contradictory checkout instructions posted in the boat and sent via email, and the stakes feel pretty high if you do it incorrectly!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

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

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