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Near scenic Fresh Pond, Charles river, shops, Harvard Sq access , Free parking

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Exterior detail
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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 431 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Near scenic Fresh Pond, Charles river, shops, Harvard Sq access , Free parking

Our studio apartment is sunny, cozy, self-contained, and privately accessible.

New kitchen stove, refrigerator, toaster oven, sink, and microwave. Stocked with cookware, silverware, and dishware.

Sleeps up to five people. There is a standard queen-sized bed suitable for two people, a couch in the living room area that easily converts to an additional comfortable two-person queen sized bed, and a single cot.

We supply clean bedding, blankets, and towels.

Studio bathroom with comfortable shower.

The large studio room has sliding pocket doors allowing quick reconfiguration into two smaller rooms. This allows uses such as having a child sleeping in one room while parents remain awake in the other.

Built-in spacious closet.

Plentiful shelving for storage of books, nick-knacks, etc.

Dimmable adjustable track lighting.

Heating controlled by separately zoned studio thermostat.

Large (~230 sq ft) private deck suitable for pleasant candlelit outdoor eating in warm weather.

Window Air conditioner in summer.

Single car off-road parking.

The House:
Easy access to Harvard Square and near MBTA bus stop.

High speed wired and wireless Internet access.

Large, shared back yard (~66' x ~44') with tall trees.

Wisteria covered trellis over back deck with summer furniture.

Comfortable hammock in yard.

No smoking inside please!

Property manager

Victor Oppenheimer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 330 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Additional charge of $10/night per approved pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 C0113530491

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Cambridge, MA

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Harvard Square - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Boston University - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Fenway Park - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Porter Square Station - 3 min drive
  • Belmont Station - 4 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Deluxe Town Diner - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Formaggio Kitchen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ma Magoo's - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Near scenic Fresh Pond, Charles river, shops, Harvard Sq access , Free parking pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Near scenic Fresh Pond, Charles river, shops, Harvard Sq access , Free parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near scenic Fresh Pond, Charles river, shops, Harvard Sq access , Free parking?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Near scenic Fresh Pond, Charles river, shops, Harvard Sq access , Free parking located?

Located in West Cambridge, this apartment building is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Harvard University and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Harvard Square. Harvard Law School and Tufts University are also within 3 miles (5 km). Alewife Station is 26 minutes by foot and Harvard Square Station is 29 minutes.

Near scenic Fresh Pond, Charles river, shops, Harvard Sq access , Free parking Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 91 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our needs
Great location, very comfortable beds and easy access to transportation so we could choose between Uber/Lyft or public transit. Thank you for letting us check out at noon instead of 11am.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Property was as described and convenient to Harvard area. Host was welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Classic Boston residential area
A lovely opportunity to stay in a traditional residential area of Boston. A comfortable and well furnished apartment with a convenient and compact kitchen. Good access to public transport.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cambridge Stay
We had a lovely stay; would highly recommend Victor’s place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea N.

Liked: Cleanliness
New England road trip
We started in Boston for our fall road trip. The studio is convenient and close to everything. Room has everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice studio apartment Great price Only drawback was no tv
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
We'll located and well equipped
This was a great place for two of us-plenty of space to each lay out our suitcases and toiletries for 5 days, small and functional kitchen area, easy transit access. I'm recommending to friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little apartment near Davis and Porter Squares. Very private, quiet, and fully equipped. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M., Columbus

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Enjoyed our stay, a very convenient location for us. The apartment is cozy and homey, very clean and comfortable. The deck was nice too!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaked G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay
Nice apartment, cozy and clean. We were family of 4, 2 young kids. Host was very nice, went above and beyond to provide us a Pack&Play for the baby too. We just needed a place to sleep for a few days, so this was just perfect for us. Assigned parking was a great benefit. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan K., Long Neck, Delaware USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great short stay
Location was exactly what we needed. It’s a little small for 3 grown women and their items for more than a couple days. But it’s as described. Steps were difficult for 75 year old granny, but it was only for 2 days so not a problem. It was clean and had a great shower so we were happy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill S., Overland Park

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Beautiful neighborhood. This property suited our purpose well. Location gave good access to the events we attended for a much more reasonable price than a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Understanding and helpful hosts!
Overall we had a great, peaceful stay. On our last day we ran into car trouble and the hosts were very gracious and understanding of the situation allowing us a later checkout and to store our things in the garage as we made other transportation arrangements.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vaibhav A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy stay at a great location
Helpful and caring host. The place was very comfortable with convenient location. We had access to everything that we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Victor is an excellent host, and the apartment was perfect for our needs. There is some ambient noise, normal for an area like Cambridge. Everything was very clean and comfortable, communication was excellent, checkin was easy and Victor is an amiable host. We will check availability here anytime we're back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juhee L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visiting Boston
I stayed for 3 days to visit my daughter in Harvard and my son, 10th grade had a plan visiting other colleges in Boston. We really enjoyed staying there; close to Harvard square, everything that I needed, and very clean. I highly recommend this place for anyone visiting Boston.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A relaxing space during a difficult time
I sought a pet-friendly haven during a week-long visit to Cambridge. The purpose of my visit was to attend a funeral, so having a place where I could relax alone in the evenings was important. The studio is cozy, and perfectly suited my needs: a comfortable bed and a desk, windows looking out onto trees, a bathroom with a shower massage, and a small but practical kitchen where I prepared myself all kinds of meals in the morning and evening. Being vegan, it meant a great deal to know I did not have to scrounge around for food I could eat. Other reviewers have noted that the street the studio overlooks is a busy one, and this is true. There is a constant whooshing of traffic, but not much in the way of sirens or honking. I found it did not disturb my sleep or composure at all. And I will add that this is generally the price of convenience: I was a five-minute walk from Fresh Pond Park, where my dog delighted to run, where I had pleasure birdwatching and chatting with other dog walkers; I was a short drive from Boston proper, but also from the funeral home, a coffee shop, and a grocery. The easiness of my stay made the sound of wheels on the street a story below irrelevant. The host lives in the house, and I spoke with him twice, just to say hello. He was friendly and asked if I was comfortable or needed anything. It was good to know there were others nearby I could call on in case of a problem. I highly recommend the host and the studio.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and cozy
The apartment was perfect. Clean and in a beautiful neighborhood. Our hosts were great. I would 100% recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Small but perfect for our needs. We stayed for the week-end. Location near Freshpond is great. Thank you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

audrey S., Buffalo, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Cambridge Stay
Great spot
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walking in Fresh Pond
Great place for unplugging and neighborhood walks.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Space
The apartment is quiet, well appointed, and very well located. I have to say that the bed is uncommonly comfortable. I was thrilled! Great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Very great time, thank you Victor!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little appt
We had a wonderful stay. Very clean and a quick bus ride to Harvard Sq. and the metro lines to all the surrounding things to do. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023