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Historic Beacon Hill Duplex -2 bed 1.5 bathrooms Condo -heart of Boston

Riverfront condo with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library
Exterior detail
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
In the heart of historic Beacon Hill, this charming 2-bedroom duplex is surrounded by iconic landmarks like the State House and Freedom Trail. With a fully renovated kitchen, smart flat-screen TV, and access to high-speed wireless internet, you'll feel right at home amidst cobblestone streets and gas lanterns.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Beacon Hill Duplex -2 bed 1.5 bathrooms Condo -heart of Boston

Historic •Museums •Architecture •Local Eateries •Riverfront •Parks •Shops
Beacon Hill - Best 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, Duplex (two floors). Bedrooms are located downstairs. To access the bedrooms you will need to go down stairs through the spiral staircase (see Photo), between the bedrooms there is a full bathroom with a shower and a bathtub. - Our place is not recommended for guests with mobility issues.

An Ideal location for Exploring or working in the heart of Boston. Great Restaurants Nearby. Access to all public transportation and tourist destinations. Steps away from North End, State House, Freedom Trail, Boston Common, Major Hospitals, Whole Foods and Roche Brothers Grocery Store and Pharmacies.

The kitchen is of renovated and full size, allows you to do a lot of cooking. There will be a toaster, regular coffee maker, stove, oven, fridge, freezer, microwave oven, kitchen utensils, and pots & pans. All of our kitchen supplies are available for your use.
The living room (located on the main level entrance) is a great place to kick back and relax. It features two full sofas. Enjoy some home-cooked food or takeout at our dinning table (seats 4).
We have a smart Flat-screen TV, Blu-ray DVD player for your entertainment.* You will need your own account to stream Netflix and Prime.
Secure high-speed wireless internet is included. The bedrooms are on the second floor going down the spiral staircase; guest with mobility issues, cane, wheelchair will not be able to go down the stairs.
Beacon Hill is the most Historic neighborhood in Massachusetts. Colonial era, Boston brownstones, cobblestone streets, and the gas lanterns, will transport you to the 1800's. Our place is not a modern construction at all, and it does not have a hotel feel at all, it is our home amazingly located among it all. Although the street (Ridgeway Lane) is quiet, the brownstone building is located in an old/historic and elegant neighborhood (Beacon Hill) - our condo is located in a brownstone building dating from the 1800's - street gas lamps, but also old piping; expect some routine/sporadic home noises/sounds every now ant then. Old charming building and home.
Public transportation surrounds us, centrally located among all major public transportation systems, including South Station and North Station. Blue, Green Red and Orange Line are all walking distance from the unit.
Access to a small courtyard. This is a very quiet street and quiet building. Please note that to get to the bedrooms you need to go down the spiral staircase.
This place is non smoking, no pets.
With the kitchen and the living room and a half bathroom on the first floor (entrance level) and the bedrooms located below. Guests with mobility issues will not be able to go up and down the spiral stairs to the bedrooms located downstairs.

I am available if you need me. Happy to recommend places to eat and places that make Boston famous!

There is only street parking on Historic Beacon Hill -first come first served. However there is a wide selection of for pay parking garages PARKING – You will find a number of parking garages throughout Beacon Hill some are: The Boston Common Garage (0 Charles Street); Charles Street Parking Garage (144 Charles Street); Standard parking (100 Cambridge Street); One Center Plaza Parking (75 Somerset Street); Brimmer Street Garage (70 Brimmer Street); Government Center Garage (50 New Sudbury Street).

PUBLIC TRANS -METRO/SUBWAY (aka The T): All trains are within walking distance from our ideal location on Beacon Hill. -----Red Line: (Right on Park Street/ Boston Public Garden, steps away from the home). -------Blue Line: (takes you from the airport to Bowdin, literally across the street from the home). ----------Green Line: (Available both at Government Center and Park Street (all walking distance 5 min from home).--------Orange Line: (Available at Park Street and at Haymarket).

If you want to book for 1 month the flat rate will be $6,000

SUPERMARKETS- There are two major supermarkets in the neighborhood: Whole foods, very conveniently located on Cambridge Street, across the street (everyone goes there) and Roche Brothers, on Winter Street, the other side of the Park.
Pharmacies: Steps from CVS and

LAUNDRY- You will find many Laundromats throughout Beacon Hill you will find some on: Phillip Street, 17 Charles Street; 151 Charles Street; 64 Anderson; 15 Myrtle; 94 West Cedar St; to name some.

PARKING – You will find a number of parking garages throughout Beacon Hill some are: The Boston Common Garage (0 Charles Street); Charles Street Parking Garage (144 Charles Street); Standard parking (100 Cambridge Street); One Center Plaza Parking (75 Somerset Street); Brimmer Street Garage (70 Brimmer Street); Government Center Garage (50 New Sudbury Street).

HOSPITALS - The closest hospitals are: Mass General Hospital and Boston Eye and Ear, located on Cambridge Street.
PUBLIC TRANS -METRO/SUBWAY (aka The T): All trains are within walking distance from our ideal location on Beacon Hill. -----Red Line: (Right on Park Street/ Boston Public Garden, steps away from the home). -------Blue Line: (takes you from the airport to Bowdin, literally across the street from the home). ----------Green Line: (Available both at Government Center and Park Street (all walking distance 5 min from home).--------Orange Line: (Available at Park Street and at Haymarket).

Welcome to Beacon Hill – Our neighborhood dates to the 1800s, charming gas lights, brick buildings, quaint you will hear occasional ticking of the plumbing. Our building plumbing also dates to the 1800s, and you may hear the building settle sounds sometimes. Please be reasonable about what you flush down the toilet, most items will clog it other than what normally and naturally should be flushed down the toilet. As in any bathroom, not all items are suitable for flushing (flushing personal hygiene items, feminine care items, birth control items, diapers, or the whole TP, or baby wipes are not suitable for flushing down he buildings old fashion pipes (they will clog the building’s drain). We provide slips/plastic bags that line the bathrooms trash cans for you to dispose of any trash and other items and to avoid visits from the plumber.

Not at all a Hotel feel. Decorated with antique coffee table for your delight.
Here you will be in the heart of the City of Boston, Beacon Hill, home of Louisburg Square. Antique gas lamps, Beacon Hill buildings date to the 1800, and so does its plumbing, expect city noise, and some building settlement here and there.

historic district in downtown Boston, Beacon Hill resides on the coast of the Charles River, just north of the Boston Common. This historic 50-acre urban park offers the Hatch Memorial Shell, a riverside amphitheater with lawn seating. Beacon Hill is one of the oldest and most picturesque neighborhoods in the country with brick-lined streets, gas lanterns, and historic landmarks. With its tourist attractions and lively residential community, Beacon Hill is a charming historic region with plenty of amenities to offer residents and visitors alike.

In Beacon Hill, you will find historic architecture, antique shops, and fine eating and drinking spots define this Boston neighborhood. Visit historic homes like Nichols House Museum to tour a grand Beacon Hill residence from 1804, or venture over to the Museum of African American History on Joy Street. A prominent landmark and must-visit location is The Massachusetts State House in the center of town, built in 1795.

Beacon Hill houses the original Cheers, the iconic pub that brings in tourists from all over, and the setting of a hit sitcom. For classic Italian cuisine in a European-style atmosphere, visit Toscano, a true neighborhood gem. The historic homes, river views, city parks, and downtown Boston location are unbeatable!



Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Please turn off the lights upon leaving the home and upon checking out.
Attention bakers: No conventional oven is available. Fully functional kitchen renovated, has a stove, a microwave, and a small toaster oven.
Please leave the dirty dishes in the dishwasher and please run the dishwasher before you leave.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number STR429432, C0205630351

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Holiday Special Historic Duplex 2 bed 2 Bath Condo Heart
Holiday Special Historic Duplex 2 bed 2 Bath Heart
Holiday Special Historic Duplex 2 bed 2 Bath Condo Heart
Holiday Special Historic Duplex 2 bed 2 Bath Heart

About the neighborhood

Map
Boston, MA

What's nearby

  • Massachusetts General Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • TD Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Boston Common - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • New England Aquarium - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Bowdoin Station - 3 min walk
  • North Station - 9 min walk
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tip Tap Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Red Hat - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Anna's Taqueria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Flour Bakery + Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪21st Amendment - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Beacon Hill Duplex -2 bed 1.5 bathrooms Condo -heart of Boston pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Beacon Hill Duplex -2 bed 1.5 bathrooms Condo -heart of Boston?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Beacon Hill Duplex -2 bed 1.5 bathrooms Condo -heart of Boston?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Beacon Hill Duplex -2 bed 1.5 bathrooms Condo -heart of Boston located?

Located in Beacon Hill, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Suffolk University and TD Garden. Boston Common and Faneuil Hall Marketplace are also within 15 minutes. Bowdoin Station is only a 3-minute walk and Charles-MGH Station is 8 minutes.

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Historic Beacon Hill Duplex -2 bed 1.5 bathrooms Condo -heart of Boston Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 163 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location for a weekend trip to visit my son
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Location

The location was unparalleled. It was close to the T, Target, grocery stores, and Boston Common. The house is quirky. I would recommend earplugs to sleep as the house is noisy but I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historic visit to Boston

Well located within walking distance of much of historic Boston. Also easy to catch a ride share or the T. Well stocked with utensils, plates, and glasses. We thought the spiral staircase to the bedroom level was neat. While not the most up to date, everything worked and kept us comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marty G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good basic apartment in great location

Location is fantastic with easy access to everything. Communication with hosts was great. Expect city noise in one bedroom and water pipe noise in the other, but both got quieter late in the evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Janis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We were able to walk everywhere, great location and all the needed amenities were close by. Very comfortable and quiet. Bring a flashlight as the street is a little dark when returning after dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfekt stay

Thanks for everything
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

jacquelyn h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint

Enjoyed our stay. Easy to get to from airport. Easy to get around. Quiet safe
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

loved the location and apartment. Would like to have direct number to host just in case there were concerns.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Very nice and unique place. Close to the Tip Tap Room for a quick night cap or dinner. Great eateries EVERYWHERE!!!! This was my first Vrbo experience, and my friends joining me were quite satified. Since there is a necessity for organic flushing only, a sitsbath attachment on the toilets would be nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Spring Getaway

The location of the property was great. We were able to easily navigate our way around Boston due to the central location of the property. The apartment does need some updating but overall it was charming.Unfortunately we were awakened each night by the constant loud tapping/dripping noise in our bedroom. In the half bathroom there was printed instructions to not flush toilet paper. That seemed odd to all that stayed in the apartment. Other than those two things we did enjoy our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location… AMAZING

We had the best 3 night stay here. The property manager was prompt and very helpful. This listing is literally smack dab in the middle of everything. We walked the whole trip, not ever needing an Uber or taxi. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location Boston

Location couldn't be better. Pipe noises were bad at night from 3 to 8 at times. No plumbing issues.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane C., Healdsburg, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The location of this property is excellent. You don’t need a car and you can walk anywhere. We were able to add another night a month out and host was responsive to our messages. The stairs are narrow so you should plan on smaller bags. We loved our visit to Boston.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Alfredo F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location, to get your luggage to the bedroom is tricky, spiral stairscase

The only thing is if your a light sleeper you might have a problem the water pipes are very noisy. It’s an old building. For the check in process we were not informed that the look box was in a cabinet outside the door. I found it out of sheer luck and there are multiple lock boxes so we tried 3 and got luck.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location was great

The location of the place was its best feature. We were able to drop off our luggage prior to check-in since we had an early flight. The spiral staircase was challenging at times because of its narrow stairs. We found it was easier to keep our suitcases upstairs and bring down clothes each day, a large suitcase would be very difficult to take it down the stairs. The place was clean but the towels were fewer than we needed.but was resolved. We are currently communicating with the owner with sending us the item we erroneously left there,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carol W., Phoenix Arizona USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

HBS Graduation

The property is old, but charming which is what you'd expect from a building built more than a hundred years ago. However, as I had read in some of the previous reviews, the property is in desperate need of some TLC. Some time and effort needs to be invested to make relatively minor cosmetic repairs.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

William A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant location and surprisingly spacious apartment

We stayed here for the first three nights of our New England trip and found it a very good base for exploring Boston. It was in a quiet location (a little unprepossessing on arrival as we couldn't actually see the small road as it was obscured by scaffolding due to the renovation of the buildings next door). We had a hire car and were not able to drive up to the building so had to unload and walk quite a way with small children dragging our suitcases. The parking was some way away, too. But other than that it was excellent! And beautifully cool with the air con on.

4/10 Poor

Lynette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Can’t get a nights sleep

It’s not all bad. Nice kitchen. Interesting location. BUT Please take very seriously the mention of the noisy pipes at night. It’s beyond noisy, extremely loud and obnoxious and a bit like water torture. You will not get a good nights sleep. The property is down a very dark alley and the numbers are hard to read, making it hard to find at night. I’d recommend the owners let the beautiful brick wall shine and take down most of the cheap awful rummage sale art that obscures it. Nice restaurant recommendation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Molly A.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Old pipes made stay hard

I so appreciated the location. Disposal didn’t work. Couldn’t do dishes. No paper down toilets which made going to the bathroom really uncomfortable.I was so happy to have normal toilets when we left. Left a sweater behind and owner never responded. Overall a 5 out of 10. Surprised owner didn’t respond.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, very spacious

The location and amount of space for the price can’t be beat, especially on marathon weekend. Check in and out was very easy and when we needed to communicate with host that was also easy. One of us slept on the couch upstairs and the host provided nice blankets and pillows. Beds are very comfortable and kitchen has everything you need. As stated in other reviews, the temperatures in bedrooms was a bit challenging, After talking to the host we were able to adjust the thermostat and it was much better. We had no plumbing issues with common sense use of toilet paper but it was a little concerning all the signs about not flushing anything. Pipes in night seemed to be less of an issue once we adjusted the temperature so the hot bedroom wasn’t so hot. Overall the stay was good and if I needed a place with 2 rooms again, I’d try to book this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Archie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

The spot came just as advertised. The entrance is located in an alleyway but we were able to drive right to the door to unload. I used Spot Hero and found a parking garage five minutes away. Those who have visited Boston before will know how walkable it is so we didn't need the car again until we left. In terms of the accommodations, it was larger than we expected. Large living room upstairs and two large bedrooms below. The whole place was outfitted with everything that you would ever need. We didn't use the kitchen (other than the fridge) but we've not stayed in a VRBO before that was better equipped. As indicated in the description, the spiral staircase is tight so we just left our suitcases upstairs and took what we needed for the four days down to our bedroom. The location is ideal. Five to ten minutes to the North end, Quincy Market, Downtown Crossing, Boston Commons, waterfront and pretty much any other places you'd want to visit. I would highly recommend booking this spot and we will most definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is in a great location central to many sites and walk-able if you enjoy longer walks. The house feels lived making it comfortable. The age and history is another cool factor. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant stay in great location

Historic location, very central, convenient to trains, and very walkable. Apt. is comfortable, quiet, and well equipped. Lucy was a helpful host. We really enjoyed our stay. Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beacon hill

Lovely appartment fantastic location
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great place to stay in Boston!!

The property was just as described, but better in person. The location couldn't have been better, and we enjoyed the neighborhood and convenience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025