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Charming Cambridge 2-BR townhome steps to MIT, Harvard, T Red Line, food & more!

Holiday home with kitchen, near Harvard University

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, books, stereo, computer monitors
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Close to Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University, Charming Cambridge 2-BR townhome steps to MIT, Harvard, T Red Line, food & more! provides a garden, laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Cambridge 2-BR townhome steps to MIT, Harvard, T Red Line, food & more!

Make yourself at home in this delightful 2-bedroom retreat just outside Central Sq. Cambridge. With a comfortable living room, well-equipped kitchen, and outdoor space, guests will feel right at home. Enjoy the convenience of a washing machine, WiFi and workspace. Fall in love with Cambridge and its easy access to all that Greater Boston has to offer.

This spectacular open space set back and among trees is set well off the street - the action in Central Sq. feels distant. But it is only 2.5 blocks away! The house is steps to the Red Line at Central Square, MIT, Harvard, the Charles River, great dining & music, groceries, vintage finds, and more - here's Boston University's good guide to Central Sq. establishments: http://bit.ly/4kOHVBn. Easy transit takes you to BU, Fenway Park, downtown Boston and beyond.

Take advantage of the whole house, everything you need is there. Help yourself to the spice drawer, sugar and other staples. Several grocery stores are within 0.5 miles. Choose from a queen-sized bed in the open primary bedroom on the top floor, or the comfortable full size futon on the ground floor.

Ground floor:
- Up just 1.5 steps from the driveway
- Flexible second bedroom and/or sitting room with workspace
- Bathroom with shower
- Direct access, through the sitting/bedroom and down one step, to the private and fenced-in yard.

Main floor:
- Full, eat-in kitchen outfitted with all the dishes, glasses, utensils, cookware, bakeware, and essentials (oils, spices, coffee, sugar, etc.) that you may need to make yourselves at home.
- Living room with comfortable sectional sofa that includes two recliners. 40-inch TV with Roku, including Sling TV, and Amazon Prime Video. Books and a bookshelf stereo are also available for your at-home relaxation.
- Balcony with comfortable seats for two to put their feet up and enjoy a book or a drink at the end of the day

Top floor:
- Comfortable queen sized bed
- Sitting area to put your feet up and relax
- Newly renovated bathroom with shower and laundry facilities

A car isn't needed in this location, but parking is readily available on-street for free using our Visitor Parking pass or in nearby paid parking garages.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Ensure Visitor Parking Pass is tucked behind the mirror in the entryway
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Only well-behaved dogs never left unsupervised.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children welcome with proper safety precautions.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number C0545370491

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Cambridge, MA

What's nearby

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Harvard University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Boston University - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Fenway Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Harvard Square - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Union Square Station - 4 min drive
  • Central Square Station - 5 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lanner Noodles & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Amuse - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cambridge 2-BR townhome steps to MIT, Harvard, T Red Line, food & more! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Charming Cambridge 2-BR townhome steps to MIT, Harvard, T Red Line, food & more!?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Charming Cambridge 2-BR townhome steps to MIT, Harvard, T Red Line, food & more!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cambridge 2-BR townhome steps to MIT, Harvard, T Red Line, food & more!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cambridge 2-BR townhome steps to MIT, Harvard, T Red Line, food & more! located?

Located in Cambridgeport, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Harvard Square and Boston University are also within 1 mile (2 km). Central Square Station is 5 minutes by foot and Kendall-MIT Station is 18 minutes.

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Charming Cambridge 2-BR townhome steps to MIT, Harvard, T Red Line, food & more! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely, comfortable place and spotlessly clean. The location is great though noisy (Cambridge Sanitation rolls out the heavy metal around 0700). There was a plumbing problem, but the owner's communication was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfect. Great home and location!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025