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On the water. Amazing Boston and island views. Kayaks onsite. Booking summer'25.

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Aerial view
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 793 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

On the water. Amazing Boston and island views. Kayaks onsite. Booking summer'25.

This waterfront property, with DIRECT ACCESS TO WATER, SWIMMING, FISHING, BOATING, PADDLE BOARDING and KAYAKING, has it all! And....just minutes to historic downtown Boston.
Two bedrooms, Queen and 2 twins with an additional day bed and futon in the living room. .Beautiful sunsets and water views from every window! Come and breathe in the salty ocean air. Public transportation stops right on our corner, or just sit back and take the ferry . 10 minutes to the boardwalk, boats, shops at Marina Bay and ferry to historic Boston. Local bike trails weave through protected marshlands teeming with wildlife. Come photograph the swans, herons and egrets swimming in front of the house. All water view photos were taken from in front of the house.
Lobster pot and essentials provided.
So much to do!
Or do nothing..... on a float in the Bay.......
Our home is fully equipped with fast, wireless internet, 2 large flat screen tv’s in bedrooms 1&3: high speed wifi. There are 2 kayaks (paddles and life vests) on the premises and five boogie boards. We have 2 metal detectors and a telescope for fun and a fishing pole with tackle box.
The space is approximately 1000 square feet with hardwood floors throughout. Duplex with private side entrance and contactless check-in and out. Parking is free. Self check in with numeric locks and 24 hour live response.
Experience New England from YOUR cozy, comfortable home on Boston's waterfront.

Property manager

Deborah Campbell

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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 C0097852430

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Waterfront Property. Beach . Kayaks. Boston Harbor Views Quincy
Waterfront Property. Beach . Kayaks. Boston Harbor Views
Waterfront Property. Beach . Kayaks. Boston Harbor Views Quincy
Waterfront Property. Beach . Kayaks. Boston Harbor Views Quincy
Waterfront Property. Beach . Kayaks. Boston Harbor Views

About the area

Map
Quincy, MA

What's nearby

  • Boston Common - 17 min drive
  • Boston Convention and Exhibition Center - 17 min drive
  • New England Aquarium - 17 min drive
  • Fenway Park - 18 min drive
  • Flynn Cruiseport Boston - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Quincy Center Station - 4 min drive
  • Wollaston Station - 6 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thai Noodle Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cronin's Publick House - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On the water. Amazing Boston and island views. Kayaks onsite. Booking summer'25. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at On the water. Amazing Boston and island views. Kayaks onsite. Booking summer'25.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the water. Amazing Boston and island views. Kayaks onsite. Booking summer'25.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On the water. Amazing Boston and island views. Kayaks onsite. Booking summer'25. located?

Located in Quincy, this beachfront apartment building is in the city centre and within 9 mi (15 km) of South Shore Plaza, F1 Boston and John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. University of Massachusetts Boston and South Shore Hospital are also within 9 miles (15 km).

On the water. Amazing Boston and island views. Kayaks onsite. Booking summer'25. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 118 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lorenda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found it very charming and comfortable. We had a wonderful time and the view was amazing. Loved all the special touches it felt like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rogene L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We loved the beachy and homey feeling. The location is perfect to catch public transportation. Deb was always prompt in answering any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick trip
The location of the property was perfect for the surrounding places we had on our agenda to visit and the view was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
The home was lovely and had everything we needed. The host was quick to respond and super helpful. The dogs loved the beach and the location was perfect for our week in Boston. Five stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mieke R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We spent four days in this lovely cottage by the sea.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael E.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Justine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend getaway
Overall the property was perfect for out needs. Amazing location righr acroas the street from a small beach. Room for our 3 kids. Close to the ferry and Boston. Only cons are in the listing it says toys, video games, childrens kitchen things supplied. They are not. No body wash. And my husband had to run to home depot to fix one of the twin bedframes the first night there and repair the door knob to the master bedroom. O erall great experience. Amazing responsive kind host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucian C., Waco, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
House on bay
We had a great stay. Great location, very helpful and informative host. They floors are not level but its not an issues at all. Great plave for a trip to Bostonitisclean. Great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boston
Was a nice place to stay outside of the city. Little outdated but ok.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

dawne g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable
Nice location, close to everything. The house is old, Super clean. Beautiful ocean right across thestreet
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane H. H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Vacation
Was going to Boston for Kane Brown concert at Fenway Park with my 2 sons and boyfriend. Decided to make it a little vacation. Once decided that knew I needed a place to do some fishing. First night there went to Coop’s Bar & Grill. Delicious food. Next day went down to the bait shop to gather a few supplies to fish off Nut Island Pier. After fishing went to Off the Hook restaurant. Food was okay. Went back to fish more. I was the only one to anything which was a striper. Fishing in the evening at the pier gets very crowded. Locals are trying to catch squid. Next day spent some time in Boston. Would have liked to have been there longer but I did get to Cheers bar. I like food there & grabbed a souvenir. To be the last day went to Canton for Top Golf then to Boston for Wahlburgers and the concert. All was good till I realized I lost the car rental key. I had better luck with the property owner helping me problem solve than being able to get a hold of the car rental place with their 24 hour assistance. Once everything was solved with car was able to head home a few hours later than what was planned. But it all worked out. Thank you to Deborah and Susan.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location for Exploring the Beach and the City!
We had a fabulous stay here over the week of the Fourth of July! My kids loved visiting the beach right out front every morning and night. At low tide, there is a small strip of beach and the kids found crabs and other ocean life. At high tide, the water comes all the way up to the side of the flood wall. The kids loved kayaking right out front too! The apartment was well stocked and the host was incredibly generous and welcoming, with beach towels and body boards we could take on our beach day to nearby Nantasket Beach. She also dropped off some fun Fourth of July hats and noisemakers, which was so sweet! The apartment is also well situated for a ferry ride or a drive into downtown. We took the ferry from Quincy one day and also drove in to town, which only took about 20 min. Near to the original Dunkin’ Donuts and a great grocery store too. Comfortable beds and everything else that we needed. Would stay again, highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bethany D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boston Vacay
We stayed here for our summer vacation. We were busy, so the house was a place to sleep. It was muggy because there’s no central air, just a free standing unit in the living room. It made for stuffy nights unless you kept the bedroom doors open. Sleeping with the windows open was difficult because traffic on the streets was nonstop & loud. The fridge had leftover food from prior tenants & there was a dirty washcloth in the shower, which we’ve never encountered at a VRBO before & made us wonder if their cleaning crew had done anything. The pics of the property & views listed were very misleading. You might have some of those views if you had access to the whole house. We were surprised that someone was living on the 2nd floor, so we weren’t prepared to see & hear signs of life upstairs. When people say the floor slopes, it REALLY slopes, like things were sliding down the floor & it was a fall risk & we were tripping if we didn’t pay attention. The bathroom didn’t lock & you had to control the light from the outside of the bathroom, which the kids enjoyed pranking each other, so there was that. I didn’t complain because it was what it was & aside from the fact they need a better cleaning crew, the rest was structural & bad location in general. Although, would be nice to update pics to reflect what you’re actually getting & advertise it’s not a house, it’s just a downstairs apartment. It served it’s function, but I wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay in Quincy
Nice location right on the water. View of downtown Boston across the bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
It was an amazing location in a beautiful clean house. Our host was wonderful and her neighbors were very friendly. The house was right off the water and it was a nice drive to downtown Boston.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kari F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and cozy right on the Bay coast
Cute little apartment with character. The view of the Bay and sunset couldn’t be better. Owner was quick and responsive
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay during the Boston Marathon
House is great, and public transportation right outside the door. Deborah is very god at communicating. Weve stayed there several times.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
We had the best time here. House was excellent and the owner was amazing. She has a lot of stuff there you can do. Kayaks, fishing poles, metal det. And so much more. We had a blast looking for shells and seaglass when the tides were out. Great views as well!! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved Our Stay
The location is excellent for getting into Boston either by driving or by parking at train station and taking the train. The view of the Boston skyline from the house is breathtaking. The house is very comfortable and unique. Pretty much everything is provided for you. Great communication with the host. We sure hope to come back again.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome view of Boston
The house is nearly on the water. Only one street separates the house from the bay. Across the bay is an unobstructed view of downtown Boston. We took Ubers into town each day and never waited more than 10 minutes for a pick up. The drive into Boston was rather easy. The house had comfortable furniture and beds. The owner communicated well and even had a warm loaf of bread waiting for us. The bathroom was well-stocked with 2-ply toilet paper! If I make it back to Boston, I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Kristin S., USA

A lot lopsided....
We will start with the fact that all the reviews were favorable, but we wondered if those folks ever stayed anywhere else that they could actually compare the property with? Yes, it was an old place, but there are a lot of things that you really don't know before getting there. One being that the floors are so lopsided and slanted that it is hard to navigate in some areas. The master bedroom runs completely downhill, and the walk-in closet makes you feel as if you are going down a long hill, you slide right into the corner. This is not a good place for anyone that may have trouble walking or a disability. The main description notes 3 bedrooms, be sure to read the fine print when you scroll down because one of the bedrooms is actually the living room. There are roads on either side of the home, so you hear traffic constantly. If you expect to hear waves like the description notes, you will be disappointed. The view is very pretty, but the photos on line are taken from an upstairs window, which you will not have. You have access to the downstairs only. There is no place outside to actually sit and enjoy the view. The massage chair in the living room does not work very well and is extremely loud. The bathroom could use a little updating as the shower stall does not look very appealing and the bath mat is stained. The towels were a bit worn and stained also. Most of the brochures that are there are out of date by a few years, so you may not get accurate information if you rely on them (we left some new ones). The mattresses are not very comfortable, the twin beds sink way down and the bed in the living room bangs and clunks every time you move. The description also notes 10 minutes from one place to another, but it's not as easy as it sounds, especially if relying on public transportation. We asked for directions to the ferry and was provided with a printout of a map page with no directions. We were a bit disappointed by that. The kitchen sink also had a horrible odor coming from it - we believe it was from the garbage disposal, which should probably be cleaned. If you want to stay away from it all and have your own car, this may be a good area. Just not what we expected based on the description. It wasn't the worst place we ever encountered, but probably wouldn't use it again. A little too far from everything when relying on public transportation, and the uneven floors throughout were challenging.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fell in love
Fell in love with Quincy such a cute lil town! The house has an excellent location and gorgeous water views. We had everything we needed Thank you Deborah for being an amazing host
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
Nice location and great communication with owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boston Vacation
This property is at a perfect location between Boston and Plymouth. Close to but not in the city. Waterfront with views of the sunset give this location a high rating. The reason for the 4-star rating on the accuracy of online listing is because it is listed as a 3-bedroom, kitchen, living room and dining room, etc. Bedroom #3 is actually a bed placed in the living room. Other than that is was a great stay. Thank You,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible!
I was looking for a place that my kids, ages 7, 8, and 9, could be comfortable in, from where we could launch for day trips, and where we all could enjoy the waterfront. This place did NOT disappoint! One of my favorite experiences from the 8-day trip was watching my children exploring Quincy Bay and enjoying the waves! The location was perfect! The bus from Quincy Station stopped right at our door! And the bus to QS was a couple blocks away, to which my children walked on the bay wall. The televisions and wifi allowed us all to zone out at the end of what we made very long days. It was wonderful to come "home" to a comfy and inviting place. I strongly recommend it!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022