It took nearly 3 years, but after a lot of waiting we finally managed to visit Boston and stay at Helen's, and it was worth the wait!
Helen met us and took us up to the top floor property which is full of character and the comforts of home. Classic wooden features throughout and some nice local touches combine with all the living utensils we could need; full size fridge, oven, cookware, soaps, comfy bedding and ample storage. No living out of a suitcase! Also, there's space to work in the bedroom area if you were inclined, and a TV with a big selection of channels.
The property is perfectly placed a few minutes from the Orange line Forest Hills station where subway trains come and go frequently, and there's also a bus station that links to other nearby areas. Locally, there's a variety of brilliant independent shops and restaurants along Jamaica Plain, all within walking distance.
It's clear Helen takes care of the property, with it being clean and welcoming, but she also care for her guests. We loved our chats with her, and she was always happy to give us tips, recommendations and information about the area. She is also a fantastic baker, there were warm scones delivered to our room!
After all the delays to our trip, we couldn't have asked for a better host then Helen and her family. It's people like this that make the airbnb experience so much more than a bed to stay in.