We enjoyed our stay at Richard's place. It was in a great location in the heart of the North End. We used it as our base for exploring Boston over 5 days. The apartment was well appointed and we loved the Italian-themed decoration. The entry to the basement-level apartment was somewhat awkward, but not a big deal. We slept well and were not bothered by any street noise. I would recommend Richard's apartment to anyone who wants to experience a real Boston neighborhood.