Meet Carol
Creative, Humble, Open minded
I have a hospitality personality! Worked for hotels for 19 years. Been hosting variety of international and local people for 16 plus years. Looking forward to making your stay comfortable and enjoyabl
On a typical day...
I have a very open house. My house is your house.
When I host guests...
I like to chat with them when they are home but have my own things going on.
Family Hobbies
Tennis, Swimming, Bird watching, Cooking, Diet and nutrition
Hosting guests since
2007
Response Rate
100%
Response Time
Within one hour
About the Homestay
- Welcomes
- Males
- Females
- Couples
- Families
- Students
I have been hosting international students and guests for over 15 years, we have great fun. I have a little dog that dose not' go near the bed rooms, but is fun if you choose to spend time with him. I have worked in Hotels for over 20 years and now work as a chef in a catering company and I am a medical Assistant . I care for my elderly parents who live nearby. We are in a great community, on Charles River. 5 single rooms, and one has two twin beds. Come chill by the pool in the garden after a day of exploring Boston! Please let me know if you will have a car or be using public transport when you consider my home. It makes responding quicker. Thank you. I look forward to hosting you.
Additional Info
I have hosted 14 year old kids to 60 year old business men. I have a hospitality personality and I will help you reach your goals during your stay: of having fun in Boston, taking your class, visiting your loved ones, or just having a change of pace for yourself! If there is anything I can do to assist you. - Carol
Pets
Dog
House Facilities
- Garden
- Bikes for use
- Computer
- Swimming Pool
- Laundry
- Patio
- Barbecue
- Parking
- TV
- Internet Access
- Smoke alarm
- Non Smoking
- Air Conditioning
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
Our house is located in historic Dedham, just south of Boston. The area is called Riverdale or Dedham Island, because you need to go over a little river bridge over the Charles River in every direction. We are surrounded by beautiful parks and recreation and are a short walk to public transportation. We are 13 miles from the airport, close enough to the city with the feel of the country. We are walking distance from shopping and dining and a short drive to everything else!
Local Area Facilities
- Tennis
- Park
- Gym
- Golf
- Swimming
- Bowling
- Beach
- Cinema
- Library
- Museum
- Shopping Centre
- Amusement Park
- Horse Stables
- Water sports
- Sports arena
- Health club
- Fishing
- Restaurant
- Bus Stop
- Train station
- Hospital
Meals
Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.
Included in the stay
- Complimentary Light Breakfast
- Use of Kitchen
House Rules
Please treat everyone with respect in the house and be aware of noise after 10pm. We are in a neighborhood with working people and kids.
Please do not adjust heat on own, let me know if you need to adjust I will take care of it for you.
Feel free to use the kitchen, clean up after yourself.
Please do not invite anyone to home without asking me first in advance
Please let me know if there is anything you need, we are here to make you feel at home! Enjoy your welcome basket upon arrival!
Smoking is not allowed.
8 Reviews
December 2018
Carol is a very friendly, kind and warm lady. The room is clean and the bathroom facilities are excellent. Transportation is also convenient. If you are looking for a really good place to stay in a quiet, green, clean environment at a reasonable price, believe that Carol's home is your choice. I will definitely recommend this boarding family to my friends.
October 2018
Very nice and pleasant woman very hard worker
August 2018
Consideramos que es una persona muy amable y cordial. También, amigable , gentil en su trato con el guest.
August 2018
Where to begin ?
I planned on staying only one month in Carol's home and I ended up extended my stay consequently so that a month became a year.
The neighborhood is very quiet and yet not that far from Boston. The house is very well furnished and there is even a pool in a beautiful garden that I never got tired of.
The rooms are neat and I felt comfortable quite quickly.Then there is Carol who is a wonderful host, always kind and helpful. I'll never forget the discussions in the living room about pretty much anything, in the coldest time of winter or hottest time of summer, Leo the little dog running around us, always feeling cozy and comfy.
I highly recommend a stay there,
Thank you for everything you did for me.
Host reply
Quentin isnt the first to book for a month and stay for a year..but very quickly became my favorite! He introduced me to his movie list which we tried to see much of and had great conversations. My little dog waiting for him to come home daily in the front window ready to twirl and flop on his back at Quentin's feet! Quentin is a member of my family now and cant wait for his next visit! Meeting people from other places and listening to their perspective is what brings the world closer in way that opens doors and lets kindness in. Look forward to continued experiences with my guests!.
July 2018
Thanks a lot for theses 3 days it was really nice !
June 2018
I think they can do more to make sure the bed and floors are clean. Carol was very nice but I didn’t stay I needed a little bit more.
Host reply
The floor and bed were clean it had been raining for a week and may have smelled musty. The wood floor is 70 yrs old and has wear. Tracking dirt in is constant but floor was washed that morning. This is a home where people live. kelee is a very nice young lady and welcome her back anytime.
July 2017
This guest awarded the host 4 hearts but didn’t leave any comments.
May 2016
It was a wonderful experience to be hosted by Carol; The room was clean and well arranged with fruits and beverages all for my comfort, the bathroom was very tidy, and above all the host (Carol) is a really caring and warmth hearted lady. She Picked me up from the bus station the day I arrived, showed me around the city during my stay and dropped me off at the bus station at the end of my stay (all at her own cost of fuel). I would recommend this host to anyone.
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