Joseph is an excellent host. He obviously loves that house and his hometown. He really put a lot of time and sweat into restoring the home and it shows. I love old homes, but my boyfriend does not and yet we were both so comfortable there. The location was ideal because there are two stations in walking distance and the subway system is easy to navigate. We made the mistake of renting a vehicle, but let me tell you... do not do that. You can literally get anywhere via public transport and your own two feet. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of restaurants in the area. The neighborhood felt like a little hub. U Mass is right there so great little places have popped up all over. We're hoping to make it a usual thing to visit Boston and both of us plan to stay here. Joseph, you are a great communicator, problem solver, and host. Thank you for allowing us to stay. See you again next year, hopefully.