Green Turtle I Floating B&B Boston's #1 B& B Close to Sites Free Parking
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
The Green Turtle I is a floating houseboat B & B as luxurious as it is unique. Set in historic Charlestown Navy Yard on Boston Harbor, the Green Turtle offers an expansive view of Boston along with the comfort and amenities of a modern B & B. Charlestown is home to the USS Constitution 'Old Ironsides', Bunker Hill Monument and the Freedom Trail.
Charlestown has numerous dining choices from bagels to world famous fine dining.
Enjoy the comforts of a bed and breakfast and the privacy of a hotel room. The 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 with a delightful continental breakfast while reclined on our dock chairs or sip gourmet coffee from the comfort of a well placed rattan chair. Please see our website www.greenturtlebb.com to see what guests are saying.
Property Type
- House Boat
Accommodation Type
- Bed And Breakfast
- Bed & Breakfast
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Included
- Daily Maid Service
Suitability
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Wheelchair Inaccessible
Bedrooms
- 0 Bedrooms, Sleeps 2
- Bedroom 1
- 1 queen
- queen sized bed
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- toilet, shower
- private ensuite
Other Amenities
- Children must be supervised at all times - Not suitable for pets
Entertainment
- CD Player
- Television
- Radio
- Books
- DVD Player
- Satellite / Cable
Theme
- Away From It All
- Romantic
Attractions
- Synagogues
- Churches
- Zoo
- Cinemas
- Playground
- Coin Laundry
- Live Theater
- Museums
- Water Parks
- Restaurants
- Theme Parks
- Marina
Car
- Not Necessary
Leisure Activities
- Sight Seeing
- Antiquing
- Outlet Shopping
- Whale Watching
- Walking
local services and businesses
- Medical Services
- Hospital
- ATM/Bank
- Massage Therapist
- Groceries
- Laundromat
Location Type
- Ocean View
- Waterfront
- Oceanfront
- Downtown
sports and adventure activities
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Deepsea Fishing
- Cycling
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Tennis
- Pier Fishing
- Fishing
- Ice Skating
Arrival Day
- Flexible
forms of payment
- Accept Credit Card
General
- Linens Provided
- Wireless Internet
- Alarm Clock
- Toilet Paper
- Iron & Board
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Hair Dryer
- Bottled Water
- Air Conditioning
- Basic Soaps
- Towels Provided
- Local Maps
- Local Activities Guide
- Shampoo
- Internet
house cleaning
- Housekeeper Included
Kitchen
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Freezer
Outside
- Kayak / Canoe
- Boat Dock
- Outdoor Grill Gas
Reviews
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Wonderful Vacation Rental
Wonderful Vacation Rental
- Guest Pat
- Date of stay 12/15/12
- Review Submitted 12/21/12
My husband and I stayed here for 1 night but we wished we could have stayed for a week! Karen and Jon were such wonderful hosts and so helpful an knowledgable about Boston. The room was absolutely beautiful and comfortable, a nice getaway after a long day touring Boston. We can't wait to go back.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car.
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Green Turtle II
Green Turtle II
- Guest bonnie w.
- Date of stay 09/03/12
- Review Submitted 09/08/12
Where do I begin? Well, the 45 foot yacht, Green Turtle II, that my sister and I stayed on for 4 nights, was BEYOND BELIEF! It can sleep 6, has two queen staterooms, each with own full bath, a dining area, living room (pull-out bed) and 2 covered outside topside couch areas, one with wet bar and ice maker, other with radio/CD player. The kitchen has microwave and is stocked with everything - yogurt, o.j., Half and Half, soft drinks, coffe, tea and sugars and a basket of snack packs. Floating comfort and elegance. Fabulous breakfasts brought to our door. Within walking distance of all forms of transportation....MTA, City Water Taxi, land taxi, ferries, and harbor tours. The topper is the couple who own The Green Turtle b & b! Karen and John are there 24 x 7, living in their own boat, and always a phone call away to find the nearest restaurants or anything else you might require. They are great fun and very gracious. A super duo. I live nearby, but am still going to find an excuse to stay there again. Bonnie W. and Dianne B.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Best place to stay in Boston.
Best place to stay in Boston.
- Guest ryan
- Date of stay 04/10/12
- Review Submitted 04/22/12
It's difficult to decide where to start this review. John and Karen made us feel like we were family. They welcomed us to Boston and to the area and to their home with open arms. They made and delivered a great breakfast every day, they had great and insightful recommendations for us regarding restaurant s and places to visit. They even drove my wife to the start of the Boston Marathon. The houseboat was the perfect size to accommodate us and had everything we needed and more, a stocked refrigerator. The boat rocked us to sleep every night and protected us from the hustle and bustle of the city, but convenient to the many modes of transportation. We would definitely stay there again. It was a great 2 weeks with Karen and John and we are anxious to stay on their 2 new yachts.Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway, tourists without a car.
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A Slice of Paradise in Boston!
A Slice of Paradise in Boston!
- Guest KBrad
- Date of stay 06/11/11
- Review Submitted 06/14/11
The Green Turtle was everything we expected and more. The Inn was easy to find by car and would be very easy by water taxi from the airport. Our room was luxuriously comfortable and we slept like babies with the boat rocking us to sleep each night. Other than the sound of the ocean the boat was very quiet with no city noise even though the city was just across the harbour. We were brought a great breakfast each morning. The Inn is within walking distance of the ferry, bus route, tours and the North End. We will definitely return for many visits to come.Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car.
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Wundervolle Tage in Boston
Wundervolle Tage in Boston
- Guest Wild
- Date of stay 04/25/11
- Review Submitted 05/10/11
Die Greenturtle Pension in Boston ist ein wundervolles Hausboot mit 2 seperaten Wohnungen und Blick auf Downtown Boston. Karen und Jon sind hervorragende Gastgeber, die ein abwechslungsreiches Frühstück servieren und im Laufe des Tages die Wohnung wieder auf Vordermann bringen. Sie geben einem immer hilfreiche Tipps, wenn man welche will. Die Wohnung war genau wie besschrieben und sehr sauber. Es gibt mehrere Möglichkeiten um ins Zentrum von Boston zu gelangen. Entweder zu Fuß (ca 20 min), per Boot ($1,70) oder per kostenlosem Shuttlebus. Falls wir aus Deutschland wieder mal nach Boston kommen werden wir auf jeden Fall bei Karen und Jon wohnen und es auch jedem unserer Freunde empfehlen.Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, tourists without a car.
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Green Turtle Heaven
Green Turtle Heaven
- Guest Cushian
- Date of stay 09/28/10
- Review Submitted 11/09/10
This place was an absolute gem and turned out to be the unexpected highlight of our trip to the States ,so much so that my husband was very reluctant to leave!! The suites are beautifully and thoughtfully furnished right down to those little extras like snacks for your afternoon drink on the pier. Karen and Jon were such delightful hosts who catered for your every need and made our stay so special. We have recommended the Green Turtle to so many people back here in Australia and to those we met on our trip. Not to be missed! Cushla and IanRecommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway.
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Green Turtle rocks!
Green Turtle rocks!
- Guest Lisaandmartyn J.
- Date of stay 06/11/10
- Review Submitted 06/22/10
Wow, this place is amazing, we stayed 5 nights, June 11th - 16th 2010. The innkeepers ensure your holiday expectations are met and totally exceeded. The decor, the brilliant breakfasts, the house boat itself are outstanding. The bed was so comfy, in fact imagine being gently rocked to sleep, how better can it get. Ideal location to get everywhere in Boston. Can also recommend the super duck upper deck trolley, shows all the points of interest. We will most certainly return!Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, tourists without a car.
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Great getaway & unique perspective on Boston
Great getaway & unique perspective on Boston
- Guest BostonTravelr
- Date of stay 04/03/10
- Review Submitted 04/18/10
We live in Boston proper but were looking for a change pf scenery without too much travel hassle. Someone in the office suggested the Green Turtle B&B and it fit the bill perfectly. The weather was gorgeous, we sat out on the floating dock and fell asleep in the sun and to the gentle lull of the water. The room itself is simple and perfect. High quality linens, coffee, and simple breakfast of an egg/bacon sandwich. We slept like babies and loved interacting with the community of full-time boaters. Highly recommend this as a getaway - even if you live in Boston. You will love the view of Boston and feel like you went away.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
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floating Haven
floating Haven
- Guest T & D
- Date of stay 03/25/10
- Review Submitted 03/30/10
We arrived at the pier and Jon greeted us, explained how everything worked and Karen greeted us on the boat house and explained transportation into Boston, very easy we took the ferry which cost us $1.70 each way what a deal to get into Boston. My husband spent his 40th B-Day and it's one he will not forget. B&B was everything and more, it was a wonderful way to go to sleep and a beautiful way to wake up. The view of Boston from the Boat was spectacular and the location was perfect. The B&B was very clean and quiet everything you would need and want was there. The boat was far enough but yet very close to all of Boston's activities and restaurants. We are looking forward to sharing another 40 birthdays there.....Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, girls getaway, tourists without a car.
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Picky Guest's Favorite Boston Retreat
Picky Guest's Favorite Boston Retreat
- Guest Heather086
- Date of stay 12/08/09
- Review Submitted 03/25/10
I stayed at the Green Turtle for a total of several weeks spread out over December - March. The inn is charming and lovely and located in an incredibly peaceful, relaxing setting only a short boat or bus ride, or walk, from downtown Boston, the skyline of which sits impressively across the harbor. The rooms are well-appointed, efficiently laid out and infinitely comfortable, reflecting the innkeepers' impressive attention to detail and general warmth and thoughtfulness. Everything one could possibly need is provided: from the strong shower and luxurious bed to the wine glasses and cheese board. The included wireless service is a particularly welcome touch. The Green Turtle is a gem - close to the action if you want it, but providing a cozy, private retreat if you need a break from it all.Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, girls getaway, tourists without a car.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Spring/Summer Apr 1 - Oct 31, 2013 2 night min stay |
$260 | $260 |
$520 | $1700 | ||
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Extra Nights: $260 |
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Fees and Taxes:
- Tax Rate 6.25%
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- Primary: +1 617 6173370202
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Photos
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Green Turtle Bed & Breakfast Boston Harbor, MA
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Each suite has a queen sized bed with luxury linens
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USS Constitution turnaround & 21 gun salute7/4/08
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Relax after a day of sightseeing on the dock of The Green Turtle
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Start your day sipping coffee on the dock of the Green Turtle
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Magnificent views of Boston from Green Turtle B&B
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Float your cares away on the Green Turtle Boston
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Marina view looking from your back window of GT
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The Super Duck Tours are just a short walk away - Don't forget to wave
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Each suite has kitchenette and private bathroom
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Harbor traffic