One bedroom in comfortable townhouse, overlooking Charles River, Newton.

I hoped for a quiet, comfortable place while going through some personal life changes, but my stay didn’t meet those needs. The mattress and bedding were very old and made it hard to sleep, and basic items like towels and the dish sponge were worn and felt unhygienic. The host was initially understanding but unable to replace the mattress. She also frequently brought up sensitive topics, which made me uncomfortable. I left after less than two weeks despite paying for the month. Future guests may want to ask about the condition of furnishings before booking.