We stayed here for five weeks in the summer while my daughter participated in a dance program in nearby Newton. I can't say enough good things about Phyllis and this apartment. Everything else I found in this price range was cramped and most were in basements. This is spacious and light-filled. The kitchen is fully equipped, and when we arrived, the place was fully set-up with not only towels, linens, etc., but also some basic provisions to get us started. The Jamaica Plain location is leafy suburban; you're right next to the Arboretum, a hospital and other useful entities, and a short-to-medium drive away from just about anything in the Boston area. (Waze is a great app to help you navigate the legendary area traffic in real time.) Public transportation is also close by. We didn't have any problems that needed solving while we were there, but Phyllis is super-friendly and I'm confident would have taken care of whatever we needed had anything come up. She's often up for a chat, but will also let you keep to yourself if that's what you prefer. Highly recommend.