Amy's home is absolutely beautiful -- the photos really don't do it justice. It's so tastefully decorated, with really original artwork adorning the walls, immaculately furnished, and it all contributes to a very warm and homely atmosphere.
The room itself is perfect. The bed is super comfortable, and the linen was so luxurious that I bought a set for my own bed at home. You have access to speedy wi-fi, and there's a TV on the bookshelf which has Amazon Prime Video, along with the normal channels. One of my favourite aspects of the room was the built-in storage benches in the corner -- with the huge windows flooding the room with natural light, it was the perfect nook for reading and working. The private bathroom is across the hallway -- it's stocked with all the amenities you'd need and there's plenty of fresh towels. It was very clean.
The area is very, very safe, and only a brisk 20-minute walk to Harvard Square. It's a really pleasant walk, but if you'd prefer not to - Uber Pool and Lyft Line are only circa $3 a trip. There's plenty of shops within walking distance, and Porter Station is only a few streets away -- you can hop on the Red Line and get into downtown Boston within 20 minutes.
If you're looking for a place to stay in Boston and have a few other tabs open, you can close them now. Trust me. Amy's place really is the best. The host of an AirBNB is an important consideration, but it's often neglected over other factors like price. Amy was super considerate, generous and lovely, and this has been my favourite AirBNB to date.
10/10.