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85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Interior
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Boston, MA
  • Franklin Park Zoo
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Northeastern University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Fenway Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Boston

Dorchester stay.Your stay at this Dorchester vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Franklin Park Zoo and University of Massachusetts Boston. Northeastern University and Samuel Adams Brewery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Franklin Park Zoo - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Northeastern University - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Copley Square - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Fenway Park - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Boston Common - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Boston Uphams Corner Station - 3 min drive
  • Fields Corner Station - 12 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Cesaria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coco Leaf - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pho Hoa Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

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!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

Must provide each guest’s name to meet the number of guests on the reservation before checking in time.
We use Noiseaware sensor certified and installed in the house to measure the level of the noise as a proof of making any party.
We use Ring - a video recording system that has been installed at the front/back doors of the home’s EXTERIOR ONLY, for the safety.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR593656, C0529790351

Frequently asked questions

How close is 85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.8 mi (30-min drive) away from the Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston to the beach?

This vacation home is 10.4 mi (34-min drive) from Revere Beach and 3.5 mi (21-min drive) from Carson Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Encore Boston Harbor (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at 85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston to downtown Boston?

This vacation home is 3.9 mi away from Boston.

85a Charming, Cozy 3BR, 2BA Home Near Downtown Boston Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Guenadi A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant short stay in Boston

Everything was clean and pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle N., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was clean and was able to accommodate our family! The host was very responsive! I appreciated the private parking in the back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely apartment

This property was exactly as advertised. Very clean, lots of extra touches such as hair dryers in both bathrooms, body wash, liquid soap, lots of dishes, cookware (although we didn't use any). Mr and Mrs. Lee were extremely responsive to any issues or questions we had. Also, large washers and dryers (3 sets) in basement as well as laundry detergent and softener (no dryer sheets, but that was not a big deal). Just one small hiccup when we found a fair amount of ants in the kitchen. There was ant spray in the basement and Mr. Lee brought another bottle over in case we needed it. It had been very rainy in Boston and it is ant season so it was a minor inconvenience. They responded so quickly and politely. The beds were comfortable. However there were no dressers with drawers to put clothes into, only the closets, which were not very big. We managed but that would be a nice addition to the rooms. I just wish the home was a bit closer to downtown Boston as we did not have a car and relied on the subway (T) and Uber, but we got a lot of exercise walking!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025