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Interior
Marina
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Marina
TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 645 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Boston, MA
  • USS Constitution Museum
    11 min walk
  • The Freedom Trail
    18 min walk
  • TD Garden
    4 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)
    25 min drive

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About the area

Boston

Oceanside stay.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this well-placed houseboat, you'll find TD Garden and Boston Harbor. New England Aquarium and Boston Common are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • TD Garden - 4 min drive
  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace - 5 min drive
  • Boston Harbor - 5 min drive
  • New England Aquarium - 5 min drive
  • Boston Common - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Haymarket Station - 3 min drive
  • Chelsea Station - 6 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dovetail - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brewer's Fork - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Hacienda - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pollo Campero - ‬7 min drive

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.

Fun houseboat. Walk to Boston attractions WIFI

Experience Boston from the unique perspective of your own floating home! Nestled in a protected marina in Boston Harbor, our houseboat is fully equipped with all the comforts and amenities of home!
The boat is fully air conditioned in the summer and heated during the winter. The covered front deck has a table and chairs and the sundeck above has outdoor seating. Free Wi-Fi is included in your rental. We are located in the Charlestown Marina.

Accessible via water taxi, car, or taxi. Walk to the USS Constitution, Bunker Hill , TD Garden and the North End. MBTA water shuttle is a short walk. UBER readily available. Parking is available at $25 per day and must be reserved ahead or spaces can be full.

Located in a very secure and gated marina, our houseboat is just minutes away from downtown Bostons' most popular attractions; Fanueil Hall/Quincy Market, the North End, the New England Aquarium, the Children's Museum and the Boston Convention Center. Our convenient location makes it easy for you reach points of interest.

Please note we charge a $59 damage waiver that covers you for accidental damage up to $1500. Homeaway calls this an administrative fee. Rates differ per season. Put your dates in for the accurate quote.
Travelling nurses please note. We rent our houseboats from November 1 to March 1 for $1500 per month plus electricity.

Property manager

Deborah Dolan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Casino 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)

Policies

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 are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Rocking of boat can be difficult for toddlers.

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
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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR416892, C0017470351

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Fun houseboat. Walk to Boston attractions WIFI Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nate C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location for Boston Trip
This houseboat is a perfect alternative to a hotel, such a fun experience. The location is perfect too. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun experience on houseboat
My kids loved the stay on the water. Was able to use the ferry with our T passes so saved us some steps when we were all walked out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Midwesterner getting his sea legs
Great experience. Unique and novel. Owner communication via email great and Sherrie the women who checked me in was very friendly and helpful - which started the experience on a very positive note. Will for sure come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay at Charlestown Marina
Very cute houseboat within walking distance of many historical sites. The marina is clean, quiet, and very secure. Communication regarding arrival and departure information was great! Coming off a cruise and the owner kindly allowed us to bring our bags early so we could walk around unencumbered. We were greeted by a very friendly person, Sherry, who gave us an orientation of the boat, marina, and surrounding area! Absolutely a repeat location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and unique!
Three generations of our family stayed in the pink pearl for three nights while visiting Boston. All of us loved the experience: the teens spent most their time hanging out in the loft, the grandparents appreciated the comfort of the bedroom, and the parents were fine on the sofa, bed and the living room. Sherry’s introduction Was thorough and highly useful – the location was perfect and since we are walkers, we walked the freedom trail and also over to the Museum. We walked home from dinner in the north end, and enjoyed the local restaurants and coffee shops as well. The views at night or simply lovely, and we enjoy the tranquility of Charlestown Marina after spending the busy day in Boston.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H., Yardley, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Houseboat
We really enjoyed staying on this charming houseboat! It is located in a gated marina and convenient to many attractions. The Navy Yard and the USS Constitution are an easy walk away, and you can easily take the ferry to Long Wharf to see the aquarium or go whale watching. I highly recommend the what watching trip out of Long Wharf as it is the only whale watching trip I have taken where I actually saw a whale, and not just one, but three! I loved the way the gentle motion of the boat rocked me to sleep at night. With a loft and two-deck porch/balcony, there was a surprising amount of space. Our dog was a little uncertain about hopping on the boat the first time, but he soon got to like it too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica S., Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool place in a neat area
We really enjoyed our stay! Lots to see within walking distance and some great spots to eat nearby. Houseboat was clean and we loved being able to sit on the decks with morning coffee and plan our day ahead. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Great location. Take the ferry or walk into Boston over the bridge. Nice area ,near the end of the Freedom Trail. We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
First time to Boston
Had a great time staying on this houseboat! It is very close to downtown; easily accessible by water taxi, car or even walking! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison S., Edwardsville, Il

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and comfortable
We enjoyed the views and the boat. Of had everything we needed and the waves rocked us to sleep. We were able to walk to most places, though we did Uber some. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ira B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The property was tired. Too many kickbacks taking up space. Checkin and checkout to long.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base for Boston getaway
We had a great time staying on the houseboat while we explored Boston. Easy walk over to the USS Constitution for nightly cannon firings!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L., Madison, Al

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing vacation stay!
If you love being gently rocked to sleep then this is the place for you! The Pink Pearl was just the ticket to help us relax and unwind. The area felt completely safe and the dock was quiet. Check in was easy and thorough and we lacked for nothing during our stay. Would absolutely stay again and highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Harbourside Stay
It was so lovely to wake up to the harbour view everyday. Cafes, restaurants and convenience store within easy walking distance. An excellent playground nearby that was a hit with our kids every day.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay on the Water
We had a wonderful stay! Deb, the host was very gracious and helpful. Our greeter, Sherry was there to meet us and, also was very helpful and informative. The location cannot be beat as we were able to walk to the aquarium and the north end for great dining options. The house was quiet and beds were comfortable! It was nice being gently rocked to sleep! All in all, a short stay for us due to flight cancellations, but a very nice and enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lance F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Guys Event
A group of us get together annually in a different city/state each year. We chose Boston this year and felt we couldn’t pass up an opportunity to stay on a house boat. A couple things that are worthy of note. US Coast Guard is close by with helicopters that fly over repeatedly. First night, we had no idea what was going on. Saw it in daylight the next morning. Heat didn’t work for us unfortunately but we found an electric space heater in the houseboat and tried that. Plugged it into a non working plug at first but then found an outlet that worked. Door itself didn’t really lock. Left us hoping that our stuff would be there when we got back, but also, the dock was gated and required key to access, so that eased the feeling overall. Great location and place. Small issues overall but good to know about.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

Liked: Cleanliness
So much fun!
Great experience, we'll be back for sure...
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great Fall break in Boston
This was our first visit to Boston, and we wanted to try something different. The houseboat was great. We walked like 40 miles in the 4-5 days we were there. The house boat was located in a very quiet area and the water was so peaceful. We were traveling with three kids; 8-12. We'd highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debby P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun experience!
Cute little houseboat!! Fun experience. Would def stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Houseboat
Great experience living on the water, literally! Very relaxing. Close to everything in the city. Nice, private, secure Marina. Easy to get around with UberX service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charlestown houseboat
What a gem! This little houseboat was such a fun place for my family to stay. It was cozy and the location in the marina couldn't be beat. Plenty of room for three people and two dogs (thanks for being pet-friendly!), and there was no trouble with access or noise. Clean and well-provisioned; we had everything we needed. Checking in and out was a little complicated but we managed fine, with the help of the greeter and the owner. I would recommend that, if you're planning to eat in, you bring groceries with you in a car, as the 7/11 nearby is not sufficient and there are no other options within walking distance. Come prepared and you will have a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Epic Family vacation!
We had a long weekend to spend with our adult kids in Boston and wanted to be able to walk the majority of the time. This fit the bill perfectly! The property manager was very nice and cheerful and answered any questions we had very promptly. The houseboat had everything we needed- and was a fun place to stay!! We always love trying something new! The walk through the docks especially at night was just relaxing and lovely. Don’t forget to give yourself time to sit up on the deck!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
The Fun House boat was great. It was much roomier than I expected and very comfortable. The place was well stocked with everything you need. We will be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Marla S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A fun time on the pink Pearl!
We had a wonderful time! We have never stayed in a houseboat before. The hosts were so nice to let us leave our luggage on the boat before check in so that we could start our vacation! The location was good though we aren’t big long walkers so took an Uber daily which was fine. I think it was less expensive then renting a car and paying for parking though the Marina parking has plenty of room which was nice for those who needed it. There are convenient stores not to far as we ate breakfast and snacks on the boat so we made two trips there. My only constructive feedback is it does need a thorough cleaning and some updating. The kitchen had old spices/condiments that should be thrown out. I’m sure from guests left behind. The fan needs cleaning and the bedroom has a ripped dust ruffle that looks very unsightly when entering the room. The sheets don’t stay on the bed during sleep and seem very old. The rocking of the boat was so soothing especially at bed time! Now I know why babies like to be rocked! Our stay was so much fun. I highly recommend the Pink Pearl! What a nice way to spend our vacation! Having a washer and dryer was great! We went home with clean clothes!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023