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🎖The Boiler Room - Close to Subway & Downtown🎖

Condo perfectly located for exploring Dorchester

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An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a fire pit, and a well-lit ambiance.
A rustic bedroom with exposed beams, a bed, a bookshelf, and a large plant.
A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a television, and a brick wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a red kettle, and a variety of kitchen items on the counter.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a backsplash, and a brick wall. There is a sign that reads "BOSTON CITY LIMITS."

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 274 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Boston, MA
  • Place, Dorchester Shores Reservation
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Roxbury Center for Arts
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pope John Paul II Park Reservation
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Boston

Dorchester stay.Your stay at this Dorchester condo places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Franklin Park Zoo and University of Massachusetts Boston. Northeastern University and Boston Convention and Exhibition Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dorchester Shores Reservation - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Sportsmens Tennis and Enrichment Center - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Roxbury Center for Arts - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Pope John Paul II Park Reservation - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Fenway Park - 14 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Boston Uphams Corner Station - 5 min drive
  • Shawmut Station - 8 min walk
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mix - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Down Home Delivery & Catering - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Neville's Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

🎖The Boiler Room - Close to Subway & Downtown🎖

The perfect space for a digital nomad! This unique private suite is brand new & comes w/ its own private outdoor office! Including a new queen size bed, ensuite bathroom, fully stocked wine cabinet, beautiful minibar, and in unit washer & dryer! The unit is extremely clean and very nicely decorated. A quick 5 minute walk to Ashmont T Station (Red Line), which takes you directly to Downtown Boston, Harvard Square, South Boston, Kendall/MIT, U Mass. Great restaurants nearby - Molinari's and Tavolo Ristorante, as well as a local Italian bakery and coffee shop just across Ashmont metro station.

The Space

This historical property was built in 1894. It is located in Ashmont Hill, which is an area within Boston's Dorchester area that is known for their beautiful victorian homes, diverse and eclectic neighboorhood. The house is located about a five minute walk from the Ashmont metro station - which is the last and/or first station on the red line. Extremely convenient.

Guest Access

By far our most popular & creative unit on the property! The Boiler Room includes a queen size bed and its own private bathroom + fully stocked wine cabinet + a fully stocked craft beer fridge! The listing is on the garden level and it is our most spacious and popular unit. The perfect space for a digital nomad!

The Boiler Room can be accessed via its own private entryway located at the back of the house. Everything in the unit is brand-new, modern and very comfortable.

We hope you enjoy your stay!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Nowhere on the property. Strictly Enforced.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a metro station

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
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Washer and Dryer for Long Term Guests only. 8+ nights.
Stained towels/bed sheets/pillow cases will be charged back if permanently stained. i.e. make-up, hair coloring, etc.
If you are planning or looking for a space to have a party or be in a space to be loud, this is not the space for you.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Nowhere on the property. Strictly Enforced.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number C0117290351, STR386945

Property is also known as

The Boiler Room Close to Subway Downtown
The Boiler Room Close to Subway Downtown.

Frequently asked questions

How close is 🎖The Boiler Room - Close to Subway & Downtown🎖 to the airport?

This condo is 9 mi (27-min drive) away from the Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 🎖The Boiler Room - Close to Subway & Downtown🎖 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is 🎖The Boiler Room - Close to Subway & Downtown🎖 to the beach?

This condo is 12.4 mi (31-min drive) from Revere Beach and 3.6 mi (10-min drive) from Wollaston Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 🎖The Boiler Room - Close to Subway & Downtown🎖 offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 🎖The Boiler Room - Close to Subway & Downtown🎖?

No, there is no casino at this condo, but Encore Boston Harbor (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at 🎖The Boiler Room - Close to Subway & Downtown🎖?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 🎖The Boiler Room - Close to Subway & Downtown🎖?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does 🎖The Boiler Room - Close to Subway & Downtown🎖 have a pool?

This condo does not have a pool.

Does 🎖The Boiler Room - Close to Subway & Downtown🎖 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is 🎖The Boiler Room - Close to Subway & Downtown🎖 to downtown Boston?

This condo is 4.9 mi away from Boston.

🎖The Boiler Room - Close to Subway & Downtown🎖 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Host was amazing and responded right away with any questions or concerns we had! Beautiful place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan Friedrich

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

Great stay!

We had a really wonderful stay at the
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

K M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, super cute and homey! Very easy to get to and super easy to travel downtown from. Highly recommend staying here, Eddie was a great host and great communicator. Made the process seamless and enjoyable, will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tyler A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The only downsides were that it was cold and there’s no kitchen.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah G.

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

Great place!

Me and my husband stayed here for our honeymoon. It was a close walk to the train station, we liked not staying in Boston but not being too far away. This place was so cute! It was spacious for what we were wanting! It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Fantastic Retreat

I came into town for a convention I was working at, and couldn't be happier with the Boiler Room. It was a short drive to the convention center and a lovely place to relax after my long days.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Wonderful place!!!

This property is GORGEOUS and well set up. We felt very cozy and right at home. The patio area was beautiful. Would highly recommend this stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jack S.

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

Superb!

My wife and I enjoyed our stay at the Boiler Room. Highly recommend for a place to stay in Boston.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bradford F.

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

Beautiful space with lots of character

The space was very inviting and had really good amenities. A horse were very responsive to all our needs and we would definitely stay there again! Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

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

Boston Beauty

This property was very unique. Beautiful decor. Cozy. Parking was extremely convenient. We were very comfortable here. Would definitely stay again. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steve A.

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

Good location, nice place

Stayed in The Boiler Room downstairs. Ceiling is a bit creaky, could use a grab bar for entering/exiting shower. Otherwise a good place to stay. Transit train is only a 10 min walk, and several restaurants nearby. We recommend Molinari's
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emma-Lee A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I stayed at the Boiler Room for a long weekend getaway and to go to 2 concerts at the MGM Fenway. The Boiler Room is super aesthetic and cute!! The bed was comfy and the shower was nice and big! It's unfortunately more like 20-25 minutes away from Fenway not 10 as we saw under the map in the listing. There's also an extra 20 a day charge if you have more than 1 guest staying, which wasn't stated in the listing. Eddie responded quickly to all our messages and offered us suggestions on places to see and eat during our trip. The patio area in the back was absolutely beautiful and a great spot for coffee in the morning or a drink at night. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bianca F.

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

Cozy hideaway

I enjoyed staying at this property. It was cozy, well-decorated, and homey, which made me feel very comfortable. I appreciated that it was clean and well-appointed. My only two notes are that the refrigerator is not very large so it was difficult to keep my leftovers. Also, I enjoyed the location, which sage, but will note for others that it is a bit far from central Boston. The host, Eddie, was very communicative, helpful, and responsive. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candace K.

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

The boiler room

The boiler room was awesome! better than expected! Communication with the owner was awesome and I would highly recommend to anyone visiting the Boston area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Cutest VRBO

We loved this VRBO for our Boston trip! Traffic was very reasonable in the area. The place was fully equipped for a couple nights! Not much to offer as far as a fridge, but that’s ok. Great patio space for both coffee in the morning or drinks at night! Highly recommend :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jazzper

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful. Eddie (owner) was very nice and respectful and the place was clean. The walk to the train station was like maybe 6 minutes away which was wonderful for getting around Boston. The have coffee and drinks you can buy while there, no need to grab drinks. Definitely the place we are starting when we come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn B.

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

So welcoming

I came to Boston for 8 days while visiting from Australia and could not have picked a better place to stay. The boiler room was full of warmth and coziness and super spacious. Thanks so much for having me, I’ll definitely be back
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

robert m.

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

Need an option for “more than 5 stars”

I cannot say enough about how great the Boiler Room is. Our stay was most excellent, and I can only concur with all previous reviews. Great Location, Great Decor, Lots of Parking....but what stands out most are the VERY gracious host. The Romo’s are fantastic people; we had excellent drinks, great conversation, and would love to visit again. We have had many VRBO stays, but this one has been the best!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phillip R.

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

Eclectic and Convenient

We wanted to take some of the furniture home! Obviously a lot of thought went into the refurbishment, decoration and furnishing of the unit. Convenient to T and some fine dining. Super fast WiFi. Although in the city, there was some interesting wildlife; our first morning there I surprised three wild turkeys in the yard! Eddie almost seemed to read our minds when we reached out with a couple of questions. Our next stay in the Boston area we’ll definitely hope one of Eddie’s units are available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

The Boiler Room

The Boiler Room was a really special place to stay. Very clean and well decorated. The only issues for us was there really isn't a kitchen which was okay because we could make coffee in the morning and keep a few cold drinks in the small beverage refrigerator but I had thought there would be more of a kitchen. Secondly we stayed during a very cold spell in Boston. The heaters worked really well but the tile floor was icy so once we found our slippers it made a huge difference. Staying in the warmer weather would be incredible to be able to use the outdoor space. Eddie was incredibly attentive to any questions I had and we felt very safe staying there. It is really well decorated and parking is easy out front.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

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

The Boiler Room

The apartment was very beautifully decorated and clean, and the hosts responded very quickly to questions before and during our stay. It was about a 10 minute walk from the train station and there were plenty of restaurants within a few-block radius so it wasn't hard to find food or get into the city. We stayed in the winter, and while the tile floors were a little chilly, the space overall was well heated. The "kitchenette" is a bit of an exaggeration, it was just a wine fridge, coffee maker, and electric kettle, but that was enough to make tea before heading out into the city for the day. It's fine for a weekend stay but if you're planning to be staying longer it would be hard to not have at least a microwave.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Such a fun place to stay with your spouse

We loved our stay here. It was quiet but close enough to downtown so we could escape the busy city streets. Eddie and Nayeli have great attention to detail and did an amazing job with the decor and layout of the unit. We noticed something new each day while we were there. The outdoor living space was so inviting. The entire property was so clean and well thought out inside and out. When we were looking for a place to stay near Boston, we were concerned about parking. If you are driving, you will have plenty of street parking in front of the house. We never had to worry about when we would get back and if we would have to walk in the cold or rain. We will be back to visit our son who lives in Boston and hope this unit will be available when we come back out. Thank you for such a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

A Charming Place to Rest

We had a great time at The Boiler Room! The space was so much bigger than expected and the accommodations were beautiful! My husband enjoyed a craft beer provided in the kitchenette. Here’s a few things to note (most have covered this already)- the property is NOT downtown (about a 30 min drive in traffic), but it IS close to the T. There were a few points were we felt a bit unsafe (someone crossed the street to follow us, there were people loitering in the square by the T station who called out to us, etc.) While this was the reality of the location, it did not detract from our stay and we got from point A to point B pretty easily. Back to the property. You can hear the people walking upstairs, but we got to sleep just fine without ear plugs. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and thought The Boiler Room was part of what made our first stop on our honeymoon so fun! Thanks so much for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bronwen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Image over function

Yes, we enjoyed our stay in ‘The Boiler Room’ , it is beautifully appointed, the bed is comfortable and the hosts accommodating, BUT, there are several pitfalls that need to be pointed out, it is a basement after all and some noise is to be expected from the room above but I think we were unfortunate that on three of the nights we stayed our neighbours were very heavy footed and clumsy (one morning at 5am). Our main upset was that Vrbo have on their site that there is a kitchenette, now to us that means a small kitchen (please Google -how do you define a kitchenette) there should at least be basic facilities to be able to prepare simple food, which there was not. The kitchenette in the Boiler Room has a coffee machine, a kettle, two teaspoons and 4 small cups, nowhere does it explain that you cannot prepare food. The hosts responded quickly and brought us bowls, plates and cutlery and we managed. This description needs to be clearer on the Vrbo website. The hosts have spent a great deal on making the apartment very attractive and their style very much appealed to us when we booked, if it wasn’t for the lack of food preparation this apartment would have been perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022