Larry David was away when we arrived, as expected, but had had kindly arranged for a neighbour to give us the keys and show us around. Both were VERY kind in answering questions and getting things organised for us, well above and beyond the simple minimum one would expect.
The apartment was just as it was described and the neighbourhood was lovely. Centrally located a stone's throw from Acorn Street (the most photographed street in Boston), excellent for getting to all points in the city, but a decidedly charming residential area with few tourists. One could feel like a local wandering beautiful Beacon Hill, dining and shopping down on Charles Street, Jogging along the Charles River and taking in the sun on the docks there.
However, we also had a reception hosted by French embassy at the Massachusetts State House and walked along the Freedom Trail from Boston Common like good tourists; both of these attractions are less than five minutes away. Further away, research at the lovely Boston Public Library is a relaxing walk across the park and past the swan boats, and the "T" up to MIT and Harvard in Cambridge or down to South Station in town are also direct on the Red Line, so no changes and a quick commute!
Overall, a wonderful visit.