This was originally not my first choice. I was booked into another Air BnB property in downtown Brighton, but that property had received flood damage and was not habitable. I came across Nick's property at the last minute.
The Pros: This is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom suite located about a five-minute walk from Washington Street, the main drag of downtown Brighton. Should you rent this property, you will be close to shops and services. A Boston public transit bus serves Washington Street.
The suite has an amazingly fully-furnished kitchen, complete with a full-sized refrigerator, electric range and oven, and even a dishwasher. The kitchen makes the suite fairly ideal for long-term stays, or for guests who like to eat in during their stay. There is a breakfast bar in the kitchen, as well as a fold-out table in the living room for dining.
The living room has Xfinity cable, a library of books and a small supply of DVDs.
The bathroom has a nice rain shower. The water is hot and strong.
The bedroom is listed as having a queen-sized bed, but felt a little small. It was comfortable, though.
A big plus is a dedicated off-street parking space behind the residence. The driveway is steep and narrow and the parking is a little tight. If you have a standard-size sedan, parking is definitely manageable. It is a short walk from the parking slot to the door of the suite.
Communication with Nick, the host, was excellent. His responses were very quick. Check-in was super easy.
The Cons: Very few to speak of. Be advised that this property is located in the converted basement of an apartment building. The spray-on foam ceiling helps retain heat but does not shield renters from noise from the property above the basement suite. The noise is not excessive; however, if you are a light sleeper, take earplugs. I did.
I rate this location as a five-star property because of the amenities, and its accessibility to downtown Brighton.