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

Experience life on the water as you relax to the soothing sounds of seagulls and gentle waves. Unwind in style at this unique harbor retreat.

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

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

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

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Property grounds

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
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The price is CA $99
CA $565 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
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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

Pets not 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
Property Registration Number STR427698, C0071990351

We should mention

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

About the area

Map
Boston, MA

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

Frequently asked questions

Is "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! ?

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! on Feb 25, 2025 start from CA $318.94, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Travelers' Choice Award" Green Turtle I Houseboat in Boston Harbor! located?

Located in Charlestown, this houseboat is within 2 mi (3 km) of Charlestown Navy Yard, TD Garden, and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. New England Aquarium and Boston Common are also within 3 mi (5 km). Community College Station is 26 minutes by foot and Haymarket Station is 28 minutes.

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"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

Robin

My daughter and I absolutely loved this experience. We will definitely be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Holly P.

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

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Q.

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

8/10 Good

Elizabeth S.

Best accommodations ever!
We loved the houseboat. So comfortable, great location, wonderful hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

John

Had a great time. Great hospitality. Very friendly and inviting. Explained the area and available transportation very thoroughly. Look forward to booking again at o e of the other locations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley P.

Leaf trip through New England
It was great. Jon was a wonderful host. Great area to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregg M.

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

Pam M.

A Unique Place To Stay
We enjoyed our stay at the Green Turtle. Jon was helpful in every way from helping with our luggage to suggestions for getting around and places to eat. Staying on the houseboat was a unique experience which we would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rod L.

Thank you
This is quite a unique property, we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Great time, fun location, easy process
This was a great overnight surprise stay for my wife. The boat was clean and cost and had everything you need for a easy stay in Charlestown and walking distance to Boston. Jon was super friendly and the check in/out process was very easy. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W., Birmingham, AL USA

NE tour
Outstanding experience staying on the water. Great location, and you won’t find a better host anywhere!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney P.

Boston trip
Staying at The Green Turtle was such a cool experience. I didn’t expect where I stayed to be part of the experience, but it was! Jon and Karen were great hosts, easily accessible and Jon gave such great suggestions on everything Boston when we arrived! Will most definitely be booking with them again and looking forward to it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeanne b.

Long weekend
Jon and Karen were so accommodating, allowing us to check in early. Jon gave us several food recommendations all of which were amazing. The place was clean and perfectly located.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanene D.

My favorite place!
We stay in many VRBO properties and just loved the uniqueness of a houseboat. The hosts' suggestions of local flare was dead on. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas F.

Jon is awesome!
Jon was great to get to just about anything was a short walk away it was a really great weekend get away experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Perfect get-away
The propert is exactly as described. Great location and very relaxing. If I ever go back to Boston this is where will stay again. Jon is so informative and kind and available for anything you need. Fantastic property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

rens h.

Great getaway
John and Karen are the best! Great host and gave great recommendations!! Easy walk to the Garden and the North End
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherryl B.

Amazing host.
Definitely going back and will definitely stay at the Green Turtle. Thank you so much Karen and Jon for making my 55th Birthday one I will never forget…
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jack M.

Nice place
Most everything was great, Jon was very friendly and helpful and the location was great. My only complaint was that our entire view of the boston harbor was blocked by a gigantic yaht for almost all of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen O.

Night away
It was nice. Check in was very easy. Only down fall was weather but that of course was not there problem.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz G.

Charming Stay on the Harbor
If you're looking for an out of the box B&B experience, this is it. The hosts were so accommodating and gave great recommendations. My 7-year-old son and I had a great time staying on the boat. It's a short walk to the freedom trail, coffee shop, playgrounds, and a few restaurants. Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

george l.

Boston and Basketball
Great location for everything- we walked to Bunker Hill and TD garden for NCAA basketball tournament games. Took convenient ferry to sightseeing spots. Walked to USS Constitution and used free shuttle to get to North End. Clean safe dock area and neighborhood Hosts were great and very informative their recommendations were spot on. Enjoyed our 4 day stay despite some pretty raw cold rainy weather
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry J.

Perfect 30th Anniversary
The whole experience at the Green Turtle exceeded all of our expectations. Jon is the perfect host! We were greeted as though we were already friends—we so appreciated that! It was the perfect way for us to celebrate our anniversary!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023