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Golden Slipper, Boston's B & B Afloat

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  • Inn Details

    Join us in Celebrating our 20th Season!!! Welcome aboard the Golden Slipper, Boston's Bed and Breakfast Afloat! If you are looking for an absolutely unique and romantic B&B experience to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, engagement, or wedding, the Golden Slipper awaits. It is an ideal romantic getaway for two, but also a fun adventure for four. Two private staterooms are offered with plenty of privacy for both couples, and room to relax on the yacht's front and aft decks. The Golden Slipper is centrally located at Lewis Wharf, in the heart of historic Boston. The boat stays at the dock and you come and go as you please. We offer the best location if you want to enjoy the best of Boston, within a short 10 min walk to Faneuil Hall Marketplace, The Freedom Trail, The New England Aquarium, Historical Museums, The Trolleys, and Boston's Little Italy, the North End. Enjoy the safety and security of this locked marina with nearby parking. Please inquire about touring the First Boat Building Region of America (1640-1887) with innkeepers, Gretchen & Jack on their North & South River Cruises. GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE. 5% SENIOR DISCOUNT. 10% MILITARY DISCOUNT. We are now pleased to accept credit cards through PayPal! (send payment to bnbafloat@gmail) 50% deposit (Full payment in advance for 1 night stay) - payable by credit card through PayPal, or by mailing a check. Balance payable on arrival in cash or travelers check, or ten days in advance through PayPal.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Gretchen previously lived aboard a classic wWooden boat originally designed for the Vanderbilts. During the restoration process, her future bed and breakfast afloat became a reality. Now, after 17 years in business with her husband Jack, they bring you The Golden Slipper, Boston's Original Bed and Breakfast Afloat!

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Spanish


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Boat

    Property Noted For:

    • Best Location

    • Boston's First B&B Afloat

    • Close to Attractions

    • Secure, Safe Marina

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Amenities Basket

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • In-room internet

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Microwave

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Alarm clock

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • DVD Player

    • Library

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Private dinners offered dockside or cruise.

    • TV/DVD player w/DVD library (no cable/satellite)

    • Boston Harbor Island tours or sunset cruise.

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  • The Golden Slipper

    Suite maximum capacity: 6

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      2 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $185/$185

    The Golden Slipper has 2 private State Rooms. The aft cabin offers a spacious walk around queen sized bed with a private bathroom that includes a bathtub and shower. The forward berth has a full sized bed and a private bathroom with a shower only. The comfortable main salon offers a roomy galley and a spacious sofa that can be converted to a double bed. Thus, the boat can accommodate up to 6 people.

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 1 PM    Check out: 11AM

    • Minimum stay: 2 nights on weekends

    • Deposit amount required: 50% of total rental

    • Cancellations: 3 weeks prior to reservation money is fully refunded; thereafter deposit returned upon rebooking.

    • Open all year round: N

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: bring your own

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Children Welcome

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Military
      Percent off: 10%

    • Seniors 65+
      Percent off: 5%

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental

    • Serving location: Guest room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

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  • Location Type

    • City

    • Downtown

    • Oceanside

    City

    • Boston

    • Directions to property:

    Airport

    • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.) 4 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Water taxi from Logan Airport and public transport direct to boat.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Harbor Cruises

    • New England Aquarium

    • Faneuil Hall Market

    • Freedom Trail

    • North End

    • Boston's Little Italy

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ruins

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Billiards

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Kayaking

    • Sailing Schools

    • Fishing Charters

    • Tours of Boston Harbor Islands

    • Guided Tours to Ntl Parks

    • Whale watching

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

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    Ideal Getaway on Boston's Waterfront

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    On boat at Lewis Wharf, private and secure, convenient to aquarium, historic downtown and North End restaurants, the "T" and water taxi. Boat clean, stocked and very comfortable. Will return.

    Perfect Getaway!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Having stayed on the Golden Slipper 4 times(it might even be 5)I felt it was time to write a review letting everyone know how much fun it is to stay right in the heart of Boston on a boat. The boat is spacious and so comfortable. The marina is totally safe .I have stayed with friends as well as family. It is perfect for a "girlfriends get away" My son who travels all the time in his job and gets so tired of staying at hotels loves staying on the boat. He has stayed on the boat twice. I will be there again in May and I can't wait..Diane R.

    Fantastic Place!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    This was new for us, staying on the water, in a boat, no less. However, we were quickly won over, by the charm and care of this lovely yacht. The innkeepers, Gretchen and Jack, were warm and helpful, with tips for navigating Historical Boston. I will be a return customer for years to come. Thanks! Joan

    Great Overnight Get Away

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    No Better escape than the Golden Slipper for an evening away from home and the kids. Make us feel young again when we're onboard our favorite personal B & B afloat. Looking forward to our next visit.

    Innkeeper Response
    We wanted to write to thank you for your fabulous review and give tell you about our upgrade this year to a new 1984 Classic Catalina Chris Craft with 2 private state rooms. We are so excited about our Bed and Breakfast, and now Dine and Cruise! Contact Gretchen for a 2008 discounted stay at 617-797-6344. Thank you! Nicole H0gan Boat Supervisor

    - Nicole Hogan (Boat Supervisor)

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