Maria was a great host. She was very kind and understanding and gave good tips about JP and Boston in general. She, her children, and her cat Frankie were very welcoming. The room itself was clean, cozy and well furnished, as was the large private bathroom. She was very accommodating of our needs. The neighborhood is quiet and beautiful--lots of large, old houses and tree-lined streets, a lovely place to unwind away from the hustle and bustle of the city but is still not too far from it. The house is a little far from the nearest T stop (about a 15 minute walk), but other than that, our stay here was great. If I came to Boston again, I would definitely stay with her and I would also recommend her place to anyone.