Boston Vacation Rental house boat

Float on our fun Houseboat in Boston Harbor!

Description House Boat, 600 sq. ft.,
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 6, 1 Bathroom
Amenities downtown, waterfront, tennis court, balcony, pets considered, air-conditioning
Rates per property (USD)
$175 - $300/night 
$1,250 - $1,700/week 
Ryan
+1 413-652-1400
Speaks: English

Photos and Description of the Boston vacation house boat rental 1 queen bedroom, 1 full bed, 1 twin aero-bed 1 full bathroom

Orion...a unique way to spend a weekend or a week in the heart of Boston. Orion is a 14' x 44’ 1997 catamaran houseboat, moored at Shipyard Quarters Marina, next door to the USS Constitution in the chic and historic Charlestown Navy Yard. Minutes from any downtown location by foot, water shuttle, or free bus, discover Boston’s waterfront right “in the water”! Float! is just a few minutes walk from Boston's Freedom Trail, the Bunker Hill Monument and Pavilion, the USS Constitution and Museum, and landmark restaurants such as Todd English's Olives and the Warren Tavern, one of Paul Revere's favorite haunts. Minutes away by free bus or $1.75 water shuttle are the New England Aquarium, Quincy Market/Faneuil Hall, Boston’s Italian North End, a large outdoor neighborhood swimming pool, a free tennis court, a public skating rink, and countless other things to see and do.
Boston house boat rental - Orion - Great view of Boston skyline from roof deck

Orion - Great view of Boston skyline from roof deck

Boston house boat rental - Master bedroom w/ slider to back deck. Memory Foam Mattress!

Master bedroom w/ slider to back deck. Memory Foam Mattress!

Boston house boat rental - Galley kitchen w/ full sized fridge.

Galley kitchen w/ full sized fridge.

Boston house boat rental - Dinette and pull out sofa.

Dinette and pull out sofa.

Boston house boat rental - Bar looking into galley kitchen.

Bar looking into galley kitchen.

Boston house boat rental - Stairs to roof deck w/ view of Boston!

Stairs to roof deck w/ view of Boston!

Boston house boat rental - Gas grill on back deck.

Gas grill on back deck.

Boston house boat rental - Pull out sofa in main room.

Pull out sofa in main room.

Boston house boat rental - Neighboring buildings

Neighboring buildings

Boston house boat rental - Ships moored in the harbor

Ships moored in the harbor

Boston house boat rental - Orion and Kon-Tiki with the view of Boston behind

Orion and Kon-Tiki with the view of Boston behind

Boston house boat rental - Orion

Orion

Location: Eastern Massachusetts < Massachusetts < USA

Nearest Airport: Logan Airport at 2 Miles
Nearest Beach: direct acces by water taxi! at 5 Miles
Car: not necessary
Located in the chic Charlestown Navy Yard!
Zoom Level: Address

Availability Calendar

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Rental Rates for this vacation house boat rental in Boston, Massachusetts

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night
Weekend Weekend
Night
Extra
Night
Monthly Minimum Stay
Spring 2010 Mar 1, 2010 - Apr 30, 2010 $1,500 $225 $550 $275 $225 - 1 Night
Notes: All of the above rates are for 1-2 guests. For each additonal guest add $15 per guest/night
Summer 2010 May 1, 2010 - Aug 31, 2010 $1,700 $250 $600 $300 $250 - 1 Night
Notes: All of the above rates are for 1-2 guests. For each additonal guest add $15 per guest/night
Fall 2010 Sep 1, 2010 - Nov 30, 2010 $1,500 $225 $550 $275 $225 - 1 Night
Notes: All of the above rates are for 1-2 guests. For each additonal guest add $15 per guest/night
Winter 2010 - 2011 Dec 1, 2010 - Feb 28, 2011 $1,250 $175 $450 $225 $175 - 1 Night
Notes: All of the above rates are for 1-2 guests. For each additonal guest add $15 per guest/night

Additional information about rental rates

  • Cleaning fees: $75, $100 for 2+ guest
  • Please note: All of the above rates are for 1-2 guests.

    All of the above rates are for 1-2 guests. For each additional guest add $15 per guest/night.

    Holidays are charged at the weekend rate.
  • Cleaning fees are charges as follows:

    $75/ stay for 1-2 guests or $100 per stay for 3+ guests.

    Please inquire for information on additional units

Fees

Cleaning:
$75

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house boat rental in Boston, Massachusetts

Property Type:
  • house boat

Floor Area:
  • 600 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • downtown
  • waterfront

Theme:
  • historic
  • adventure

General:
  • activities guide
  • air-conditioning
  • central heating
  • towels provided
  • filtered water
  • hair dryer
  • local maps
  • shampoo
  • restaurant dining guide
  • soaps basic
  • toilet paper
  • accept credit card
  • paper towels
  • local activities guide
  • alarm clock
  • linens provided

Kitchen:
  • lobster pot
  • freezer
  • iron & board
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • cooking utensils
  • refrigerator
  • stove top burners
  • oven
  • microwave
  • grill
  • spices

Living Room:
  • sofabed

Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom - Toilet, Shower

Bedrooms:
  • 1 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 6 people
  • Private queen Stateroom - 1 Queen, Memory Foam Mattress
    Living room - 1 Twin/ Single, 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon, Memory foam mattress on Sleep Sofa and twin size aero-bed
  • There is one private bedroom with a queen-sized bed. In the main living area there is a sleep sofa that opens into a full-size bed and a twin size aero-bed.
Entertainment:
  • stereo system
  • radio
  • books adult
  • CD
  • TV
  • DVD
  • satellite or cable

Internet Access:
  • internet access
  • wireless broadband

Outside:
  • parking off street
  • boat
  • parking
  • balcony
  • dock boatslip
  • outdoor grill gas
  • tennis court
  • deck wood
  • porch/lanai
  • walkway to water
  • 8 garden chairs

Suitability:
  • pets considered
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome
  • long term renters welcome

Local Activities:
  • cycling
  • tennis
  • antiquing
  • swimming
  • sailing
  • walking
  • fishing
  • roller blading

Onsite Equipment:
  • beach towels

Attractions:
  • arboretum
  • ATM/bank
  • bay/sound
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • library
  • marina
  • museums
  • playground

Leisure Activities:
  • deepsea fishing
  • live theater
  • pier fishing
  • sight seeing
  • sound/bay fishing
  • surf fishing
  • whale watching

Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • coin laundry
  • restaurants
  • synagogues
  • zoo

Nearby Services:
  • massage therapist
  • medical services

Notes: 1 queen bed, 1 full-size bed and 1 twin aerobed.

Further details for this vacation house boat rental in Boston, Massachusetts

Free Wifi, Laundry, Large Sundeck, Sleeps 5+: WiFi is included free with the rental. Laundry facilities (as well as additional on-shore bathrooms and showers) are conveniently located right at the marina. Also right in the marina is the Tavern on the Water, a restaurant and bar with a great view of the Boston Skyline, and on-shore grilling and picnic facilities. It is fully air-conditioned and heated. An Aero-bed offers additional sleeping options, as does the living room sleep sofa. There’s tons of outdoor sunning area: a front and back porch with a gas grill and a large roof sun deck. All sheets and towels are provided. The boat is large enough to comfortably accommodate up to four adults or 2 adults with a few children. This unusual and funky craft comes complete with a private stateroom with a queen-sized bed, a full bath with shower, plenty of closet space, a full-size eat-in kitchen with standard size fridge, stove and oven, microwave, and all the needed utensils and cookware.

Water taxi right to Houseboat, Free Parking: We provide an iron, ironing board, hairdryer, and loads of bathroom products such as soaps, shampoos, and lotions. We even include lots of cooking ingredients such as coffee, herbs, spices, condiments, etc... All this for less than the price of the smallest rooms at any of the nearby downtown waterfront hotels! If you are flying into Boston, you can arrange a private water taxi to pick you up at the airport and take you directly to the houseboat for $15 per person (kids are free!) If you are arriving by car, you will avoid the hassle and expense of finding and paying for downtown parking. We will provide you a FREE! parking space right on the pier in the marina.

Fun and chic in the Charlestown Navy Yard!: It is truly our goal that every guest have an exceptional and memorable experience, so come 'Float' away your tensions, inhale pure sea air and nautical vibes, 'chill' in an outdoor, relaxing setting during the most picturesque time of the year! Ahhhh... Think outside the hotel box on your vacations! With locations in 3 cities and quickly growing, come Sleep Afloat! with us! Please Note: We Always Keep Our Calendar Up To Date, So Please Check Calendar Before Contacting Us To Make Sure The Dates You Want Are Available! Also, Unless It Is A Last Minute Inquiry, Please Email Us Initially Rather Than Phone Us!

Reviews for this vacation house boat rental in Boston, Massachusetts

Rating
5 out of 5

Guestbook Comment

Doug Norwood Not Specified
Review Submitted: November 23, 2007 Date of Stay: November 2007
My dog and I spent a week on Float's fun and funky sister ship, the White Elephant, and I wish we could've stayed a month. Andy and Peggy were attentive to our every need but still gave us plenty of space to do our own thing. Boston's a terrific town to explore with your pet, and when our feet started hurting, they even let my 80-pound mutt on the subway. (He acted like a pretty worldly traveler till it came time to ride the escalator.) I'm already dreaming about a return trip.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 1/2
Rating
4 out of 5

Great fun!

Ellen Mc Portsmouth, VA
Review Submitted: July 21, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2009
My cousins & I got together for a mini-family reunion at Cape Cod, spending 2 nights (June '09) on FLOAT. Ideal location in Charlestown Harbor, within walking distance to sites & bus, loved nearby Navy Bistro restaurant (rivaled European fare). Nice, safe "home away from home."
Andy provided friendly service & I loved the fresh flowers on our boat & dock upon arrival. Marina facilities (showers & laundry) were available if needed + FLOAT's bathroom/shower was adequate. Slept comfortably & although the space is small you'll be fine if you plan to spend time sightseeing & enjoying the bottom & top boat decks for morning coffee & evening drinks. Convenient kitchen area has everything you need to make a full meal.
Thanks SO MUCH! I'd highly recommend for a longer stay.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
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Rating
5 out of 5

Guestbook Comment

HAC169251 Forks, WA
Review Submitted: September 30, 2008 Date of Stay: September 2008
Stayed 9/12-15th. What a great way to "see" Boston. Easy to get to once you figure out how (free MGH/Partners bus in front of the 24 hour convenience store) that goes to North Station. My daughter found this gem and I have to admit I was hesitant. But, would go back in a minute. Did not have two bedrooms but one bedroom and a pull-out in the living area. But that was OK. Have to get use to small bathroom facilities.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 1/1
Rating
5 out of 5

Guestbook Comment

HAC165087 Alpena, MI
Review Submitted: September 5, 2008 Date of Stay: September 2008
Very nice experience. We stayed 8/22-29/2008 and enjoyed ourselves. It was much better than a hotel room (same in every city) and once we learned to use public transportation we could get anywhere we wanted to. Keeping in mind that it is a old houseboat, they have done everything to make the stay comfortable and fun. Would do it again
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Rating
5 out of 5

Guestbook Comment

HAC164240 Denton, Md
Review Submitted: September 2, 2008 Date of Stay: September 2008
Our group was the first to stay on the KonTiki. What a wonderful way to visit Boston. There were 5 children in our group and they loved the houseboat. They used all the decks and felt like they were living on a playground. It is in a perfect location. We never drove the car once we parked it in the free marina lot. We took the T, the ferry, or walked to see everything there is to see in Boston. Andy was terrific about making sure we enjoyed our stay. We could not have found a better place to stay in Boston.
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