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"Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor!

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Marina
Terrace/patio
Interior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bathroomSleeps 2300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Boston, MA
  • USS Constitution Museum
    8 min walk
  • Shipyard Galley
    4 min walk
  • Community College Station
    3 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)
    21 min drive

Room options

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Green Turtle I Houseboat - 2 separate private suites in Boston Harbor!

"Travelers Choice Award" "Best of Boston" Green Turtle Houseboat Suite #2

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, (32)
The price is $225
per night
$387 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6
"Travelers Choice Award" "Best of Boston" Green Turtle Houseboat Suite #2

About the neighborhood

Boston

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Charlestown houseboat places you within 2 miles (3 km) of TD Garden and Boston Harbor. Faneuil Hall Marketplace and New England Aquarium are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • TD Garden - 3 min drive
  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace - 4 min drive
  • Boston Harbor - 5 min drive
  • New England Aquarium - 5 min drive
  • Boston Common - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Haymarket Station - 3 min drive
  • Chelsea Station - 6 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dovetail - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brewer's Fork - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Hacienda - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pollo Campero - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor!

What better way to see Boston than on a houseboat in the harbor with plenty of fresh air! Set in historic Boston Harbor in a protected state of the art gated and secure marina the Green Turtle I is the perfect choice for your visit. We are located in Boston's Charlestown Neighborhood which is home to the USS Constitution (Old Ironsides) and the Bunker Hill Monument. Charlestown is Boston's oldest neighborhood.
There are wonderful restaurants within walking distance of the Green Turtle.
The Green Turtle I is an award winning floating houseboat which has 2 separate suites which can accommodate 2 people in each suite. Each suite is very private. The price reflects one suite. We have been awarded The Travelers Choice and The Best of Boston Award.

We are a short distance away from the North End, Fanueil Hall and the Boston Common. It is easy to get around by foot, ferry, free shuttle bus , Uber or Taxi. Catch the Green Line to get to a game at Fabulous Fenway

Each suite has a kitchenette and a private bathroom en suite. The Green Turtle was designed for comfort above all and the only reminder your floating in Boston Harbor is the sound of the gulls, motion of the sea and reflection of the ocean dancing on the ceiling.

Relax reclined on our dock chairs or sip gourmet coffee from the comfort of a well placed rattan chair.

We provide luxury linens and towels. Your suite has a queen sized bed, small window table with rattan chairs and a kitchenette with a small refrigerator and microwave. We stock your suite with coffee, tea, cream, milk and water.

If your dates are not available please check dates on sister suite listing #2752527

Come Float With Us!

Property manager

Karen Maciejewski and Jon Dolence

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking in suites but can smoke on the dock.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR427698, C0071990351

Frequently asked questions

How close is "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! to the airport?

This houseboat is 5.5 mi (21-min drive) away from the Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this houseboat.

How close is "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! to the beach?

This houseboat is 7.5 mi (19-min drive) from Revere Beach.

Does "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! offer free breakfast?

This houseboat does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! ?

No, there is no casino at this houseboat, but Encore Boston Harbor (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! ?

Free parking is not available at this houseboat.

Does "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! have a pool?

This houseboat does not have a pool.

Does "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this houseboat.

How close is "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! to downtown Boston?

This houseboat is 1.3 mi away from Boston.

"Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 209 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 209 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 209 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 209 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 209 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place fir a quiet yet central location
I enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Experience
We absolutely loved this property. We had never stayed on the water before, but the owners made the process seamless. We were greeted at the gate, given a tour, instructions explained and were given numbers of there were any issues. Great information was provided on what to expect on the property as well as recommendations for things to do, restaurants and activities. All the neighbors were very kind and we consistently felt very safe on the harbor. We would definitely book again and hope to bring friends and family to experience it with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele A., Lebanon, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Rock me to sleep
We enjoyed our time at the Green Turtle. We had everything we needed and then a gentle rocking to sleep on the waves. I wish we could see through the amazing yacht that was parked next to us. The view would’ve been amazing. Nonetheless we’d come back again. Central to all the life of the city, but relaxing and calm among the hustle and bustle. Great hostess. Thank you, Brittany.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Leigh S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Green Turtle Boston
Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sage C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it!
This property was so nice we had to extend our stay! Everything was clean and inviting and the marina neighbors were great. Sherrie was a pleasure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
40th Anniversary
We chose to spend the last night of our Anniversary vacation at the Green Turtle. The hosts and staff were easy to work with (as I originally booked the wrong day) and the stocked fridge and breakfast treats were amazing. I highly recommend this experience!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sept get away
There is only 2 complaints.. 1 the out side chairs were broken and dangerous… 2 the bed linen’s were not what I would expect with the price of the rental
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary
Loved the uniqueness of this place!! The area was perfect and we were able to walk/bike to many destination. They provided drinks, snacks, coffee! The bed was so comfy. View was priceless and the neighbors were so so friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Floating home
Nice views and serene setting
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for a short stay
We have never been to Boston. This was a great spot to view the Freedom Trail and see the city. Would highly recommend this for anyone looking for an out of the norm spot to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim C., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Boston
Great relaxing place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
It was exactly as it was listed online. They had homemade goodies for us on arrival, gave us amazing recommendations for food and things to do. They are both so kind and were quick to respond to any and all questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing on the water.
The Green Turtle was great. My husband and I loved the place. Thank you Sherri for carrying our bags in the cart to our houseboat for us. We also really enjoyed the pastries and all the drinks in the refrigerator. I will say this that I was nervous getting off and on the boat. A ramp would be great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun new experience
Our checkin went smoothly. Cool location. Great place to lay your head. About $10-15 Uber/Lyft to everything. Recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The Green Turtle was a very unique experience! Sherri met us and answered lots of questions, introduced us to the property and how/where to park (on-site pay parking lot at the marina), how to get our baggage to the houseboat, how to operate the tv, a/c, marina access points, etc. Communication with Jon and Sherri was super. The Charlestown location was incredible and the property came with a helpful binder of information and contact numbers, local restaurant menus, and more. The fridge was stocked with milk, juice, yogurts and there were pastries waiting for us. Everything was clean and worked well in the kitchen and bathroom spaces. I will mention that the mattress was pretty soft, in case that is something folks might want to know in advance. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boston, part of our NE TREK
Property is great location and property owners/managers responded quickly and promptly. It met all our needs. While sitting outside was nice the view was partially blocked due to a large yacht in front of the sitting area. We adjusted our chairs a bit but were surprised by the view being blocked. I would still recommend this place but advise the view could be partially blocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vaca
Glad we had secure parking and easy access in walking distance to the ferry
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can’t wait to come again!
Fabulous and enjoyable. Both owners as well as marina staff were extraordinary!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Green Turtle Getaway
The Green Turtle is in a fabulous location in a super friendly and safe marina. We were for 7+ days escaping the Florida heat and hang out with family. Jon’s check in hospitality and super customer service throughout was a treat. Only to be bettered by the harbor breezes through our open windows. Easy walks to gym, great breakfasts and fun/nice restaurants. Great trip!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location, Unique Experience!
Jon was a great host! He generously spent some time getting us acquainted with the boat and pointing us in the direction of the best restaurants within walking distance as well as the free shuttles to get to and from the downtown attractions. We had a great time and if we get back to Boston in the future we will definitely choose this spot!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location
Wonderful room on a houseboat. Easy access to a short inexpensive ferry to Boston. This was a unique experience and Green Turtle was fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly P., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hosts!
We really enjoyed our stay in Boston! Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara E., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
The Great Escape
What an ideal spot for peace and solitude while in the heart of Boston! You are rocked to sleep on the water at night, with Boston attractions and history at your feet the next day. GT is super clean, well-appointed and almost as charming as its host Jon who is the best! Thank you and Karen for the goodies and a great stay. We’ll be back. Sara E. and Terrie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and unique
A great and unique place to stay. The hosts are terrific and the accommodations just as they are described.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Q., Oquossoc Maine

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful
Beautiful spot, friendly hosts and private. Perfect, close to TD garden and many restaurants. We had a great time☆
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024