Originally Posted by mid
I did a quick check on craigslist.com and found a bunch of ads in the "Housing Wanted" section that seemed to fit the bill but were for roommate type situations.
I'll give it another gander as I get close to making actual travel arrangements.
craigs list is scarier than your ex-girlfriend's mother setting you up on a blind date- who knows what you will get?
Also in regards to business class on amtrak. Acela service only has 2 classes , business and first. Business can get you in the "quiet car" (cellphones and loudmouths forbidden) whereas first gets you lounge access and a sub-par salty meal. If you really want the lounge access .... flash your Plat AMEX