Nic is a wonderful host- very kind, helpful and friendly. We appreciated his flexibility and thoughtfulness. He is always nearby and was quick to address any problems.
The apartment itself is very well located- I would say that is its best feature. It is easily walkable to Harvard, Central Square, and MIT and an easy subway, bike or bus ride to Boston. We were carless and found the location great. The proximity to the river is also great for running or enjoying lovely walks when the weather is good. Lots of nearby grocery stores- Whole Foods, Hmart, etc.
The apartment has two good size separate bedrooms and a downstairs study area that could be a sort of third bedroom. There is a full kitchen. The only down side is that it is quite an old place and the apartment is a bit run-down- the blind on the sliding door at the back of the house is missing most panels and so doesn't close; the furniture and appliances are old or suboptimal; a lot of dust; side door opens to nowhere.