My family (2 adults, 2 children ages 9 and 12) spent a week at Gerard and Marie's and could not recommend a better home or location. It was wonderful having separate rooms, the kitchen and even laundry in the unit as we got caught in the rain one day. There was plenty of hot water for all 4 of us to shower in the morning and the water pressure was consistent. The beds were comfortable and we did not hear any noise even though the apartment was street level.
Location - walking distance from public transportation, it was so easy to catch the bus or the T. It is a manageable walk across the bridge for dinner in the North End and there are several other restaurants close by to choose from. There was a community pool a few blocks away that my kids really enjoyed.
Gerard and Marie were extemely responsive, provided helpful tips and even helped us find a safe, secure and free space for parking for the week (huge $ savings) Their home is clean, well kept and in the perfect location for exploring Boston and the surrounding areas. We would strongly recommend this apartment for families traveling with children - we were coming and going at all hours (even late at night ~ 1am) using public transportation and did not have any concerns about safety.