We just got home from our awesome mini getaway to Boston. It was my husband & I first time away with our two year old daughter so we didn't want to go the hotel route and figured a more "home like" space would be easier for everyone.
About the place: Very cute STUDIO apartment, there is no separate bedroom (we knew this prior to coming and very use to this kind of apartment (I just wanted to put that out there). Queen size bed, full kitchen, fridge, dishwasher, coach with a pull out mattress (we did not use this mattress), limited closet space (so more of a live out of suitcase environment). The apartment is on the second floor up a winding narrow staircase. Very clean and cozy. Bathroom is a stand up shower, no bathtub. The view is AMAZING. Pictures posted do not do it justice, it is stunning.
SIDE NOTE! If you are not use to "city life sounds" aka honking car horns, garbage trucks, fire trucks, ambulance sirens, ALL hours of the night, this will keep you up. We are from the city so its nothing for us but I can see how this would keep someone awake if they aren't use to it.
Communication: Since Paolo is out of the country (still extremely responsive when I had questions), he has a friend/colleague that helps with the key situation. Ralph was very nice! His niece brought over the keys for us and all was well!
Parking: We drove in from Brooklyn, NY. There is no local street parking, it is limited to permit carriers only. So options are parking across the bridge in Cambridge or a garage. We did the Garage route and got a great deal. There are tons of lots/garages in the area. We parked at the 2 Battery Wharf which is two blocks away, indoor garage. We booked via spothero website.
Area: Apartment is in the North End, heart of Little Italy. You're in walking distance from everything. 15 mins to the Aquarium, same for Quincy Market, Hanover Street with tons of food options, and bakery (Modern bakery > Mikes Bakery) and a CVS, 8 min walk to Regina's Pizza. TONS to do! Bring comfy sneakers :)
All in all, THANK YOU Paolo and Ralph for making this trip so easy for us. Hopefully we can come back soon and we would love to stay here again! Grazie!