Silvia was a wonderful host! Her beautiful, cozy basement apartment was an easy walk to the regional train into Boston. (Even my 4-year-old son could do it with no complaints.) The walk to the train included passing a couple rundown homes, but we never felt unsafe. Dunkin Donuts, an old-fashion pizza shop, bodega/minimart, and gas station are easily accessible too.
Getting into the apartment was a breeze, and Silvia responded quickly the few times we reached out to her. We were greeted upon arrival with 2 bottles of wine, bottles of water, and Cliff bars. So nice!
The apartment is neatly decorated with a super comfy queen bed, large shower, comfy recliners, and large TV with Roku and access to Netflix.
We didn’t realize initially when we booked that there was only one bed, but it all worked out…just like at home, our son had no trouble sharing our bed with us. 😜 For those with babies/toddlers, there is a pack n play. Silvia also loaned us a small bike with training wheels and directions to a nearby playground.
The only “real” issue we had was wine and no wine key. 😆 This was quickly remedied and 2 bottles of beer appeared with the wine key. ❤️
Silvia and her husband have children and live in the main part of the house, so we heard little feet above us occasionally, but it didn’t last long and didn’t bother us. Also, you definitely have to duck to go down the stairs to the apartment…not an issue for us, but I wouldn’t recommend it for someone with a bad back or other physical disabilities.
We would definitely stay here again…my son thought the place was so cute, he didn’t want to leave.
This is the perfect place for a single, couple, or couple + a baby who wants a quick train ride or drive to Boston but with the quiet and space of the ‘burbs. We highly recommend Silvia’s place!