Stunning South End/Back Bay Penthouse!

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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 488 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Gym

Explore the area

Boston, MA

Northeastern University4 min walk
Copley Square16 min walk
Fenway Park3 min drive
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)15 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

This totally renovated, stunning 2 bedroom/1.5 bath 950 sq ft. Penthouse is perfectly situated on the South End/Back Bay line. Close to award winning restaurants, the Prudential/Copley shops, Newbury Street, Boston Common, historic Fenway Park, Symphony Hall and public transportation to anywhere in Boston. This historic brownstone unit has central air, hardwood floors and in-unit washer/dryer. The beautiful and original staircase into the unit invites you into a bright open kitchen/living space, a wall-of-windows with crisp white Hunter Douglas blinds, a dramatic kitchen with espresso cabinets, glass subway tiled back-splash, quartz counter top, breakfast bar and full suite of stainless appliances. Both the master and guest bedrooms are equipped with incredible beds/bedding, blackout shades, flat screen TV's, storage and views. The full bath has a stunning marble walk-in shower with rain head, seat, and a sleek, modern vanity. A full staircase leads you to a large private roof deck equipped with lighting. a gas grille, and spectacular panoramic city and sunset views. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, the historic landmarks district of Boston, with it’s beautiful brownstone architecture and vibrant nightlife, in addition to the proximity to restaurants, shopping, museums, hospitals and universities, this home is sure to satisfy the most distinctive and discriminating tastes of all of its guests. WELCOME HOME!

Property manager

Susan Alexander

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Gym

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Although young children are allowed, the Penthouse is not suitable for toddlers and children must be watched at all times, especially on the roofdeck.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number STR544889, C0127620351

We should mention

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

About the area

Boston

Located in Boston, this condo is in the city centre. Berklee College of Music and Boston Museum of Fine Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Fenway Park and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. New England Aquarium and Museum of Science are not to be missed. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.

Boston, MA

What's nearby

Northeastern University - 4 min walk
Hynes Convention Center - 16 min walk
Copley Square - 16 min walk
Fenway Park - 3 min drive
Boston University - 6 min drive

Getting around

Massachusetts Ave. Station - 3 min walk
Boston Ruggles Station - 12 min walk
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

El Jefe's Taqueria - Symphony - 8 min walk
Slades Bar & Grill - 7 min walk
Panera Bread - 7 min walk
Dunkin' - 8 min walk
Caffébene - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning South End/Back Bay Penthouse! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning South End/Back Bay Penthouse!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning South End/Back Bay Penthouse!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning South End/Back Bay Penthouse! located?

Located in South End, this condo is within a 15-minute walk of Northeastern University, The Shops at Prudential Center and Berklee College of Music. Copley Square and Fenway Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). Massachusetts Ave. Station is only a 3-minute walk and Symphony Station is 6 minutes.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Shirley D.

11 Sept 2019

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

Wonderful Hosts

Had everything you needed and some lovely surprise supplies on arrival that we didn't expect. Nothing was too much trouble. Its a busy, noisy street but with such a great location you would expect that. And a special think you to David who helped us upstairs with a lot of very heavy bags in the pouring rain.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kara H.

20 Mar 2024

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

Beautiful apartment

Sue was extremely helpful and communicative. She was there to greet us and gave us a tour of the apartment. She stayed in contact and checked in regularly to make sure all of our needs were met. The apartment is great. It’s a wonderful location right in the heart of the Back Bay area. Easy walk to Boston Commons, Newbury St, and other popular areas. The rooftop view is absolutely gorgeous. The apartment was large, clean, and very comfortable. There was plenty of cleaning supplies, laundry detergent, and bathroom toiletries to use. There is some noise as to be expected by being in a large city on a busy street, but we didn’t find the noise to be loud or disruptive inside the apartment. If that bothers you, they had white noise machines and earplugs in both rooms (we did not need either). They also have blackout shades to make the rooms very dark. You are a very quick walk to a nearby train station and also lots of good restaurants. If you’re interested in Northeastern or Boston University, it is very close to both of those schools. We loved it and would definitely stay there again! Sue was a fabulous host!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

dana s., Chatham NJ

20 Feb 2024

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

Our Boston Stay in the South End

We had a FABULOUS stay in the South end unit. Our place was clean and very beautiful, and our two host, Sue and David, were very helpful, welcoming and thoughtful. We arrived late, and we were greeted and helped with our bags, and David even helped us park, which I was nervous about coming in the dark, and being tired, etc. Also, creamer and coffee was also placed in the fridge for the morning, which I loved. What sold us in the end on booking the unit was the parking spot, which was right in the back of the unit. Sue also said they have a spot near Northeastern University when that spot is taken, which is also good. The other selling point is of course the roof deck. Wow ! I never knew you could see stars that close to a city ! Such a beautiful bonus ! My daughter and I were looking at colleges in the Boston area, and the location was great! We walked to the two schools we looked at, and afterwards did some shopping on Newbury street and enjoyed other sites in Boston. The orange line is within a minute walking distance as well. All in all I would book again. I would recommend Sue and David's place for sure.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara W.

5 Feb 2024

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

Beautiful apartment

I stayed for 4 nights. The apartment is comfortable, clean and very nicely decorated. The owners were very good communicators. The kitchen had absolutely everything you would want for cooking. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah V.

21 Nov 2023

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

Quintessential Brownstone in the Perfect Location

Susan and her husband went above and beyond to ensure our stay was everything it could be and more. From accommodating us early to stocking the pantry with cooking essentials, our stay was relaxing and wonderful from start to finish. I would recommend this property to anyone and everyone. The location is perfect in the heart of downtown and you are easily able to access any part of town. 10/10 would recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan Alexander

Hello fellow VRBO members!

I have been renting properties for over 25 years, as a landlord in Boston and also with a Cape Cod vacation home. We purchased the Boston Penthouse 6 years ago and did a top to bottom gut renovation and added a large private roof deck which has the most amazing panoramic city views! We couldn't be more pleased with the results (and so are our guests)!

I promise you I am extremely accommodating to all of my guests. I make sure everything is perfect on arrival and I am accessible whenever needed.

I am enjoying meeting new and interesting people from around the world and making sure I provide the highest quality experience possible for all of my guests.

Thank you for taking the time to view my listings and hope to hear from you!

Warmest regards

Sue and David

Why they chose this property

The potential with this property was what drew me to it, so we bought the whole building 26 years ago. We had a dream of renovating the penthouse specifically to make it a beautiful modern open layout and add a large private roof deck. I realized this would be a fantastic short term rental property and, since we also live in the building, the idea became a reality and so far every guest has fallen in love with it!

What makes this property unique

Everything in the penthouse is open, airy, clean, modern and clutter free. Kitchen and both baths have high end finishes and you have the quintessential city views from each bedroom and views of the Southwest corridor from the open living room/kitchen with beautiful gigantic trees. The crown jewel is the roof deck with sweeping panoramic views of the city...just spectacular! and the location is so convenient, you can literally access everything Boston has to offer with no need for a car!