Location: Cambridge, Greater Boston, Massachusetts, USA (Steps from Harvard Square and Subway)
Accommodations: Condo, Studio + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2)
Keywords: Condominium
A comfortable, restful little retreat, a few steps from Harvard Square, Harvard Law School, Lesley University, and the Longy School of Music. This soothing studio apartment (300 sq ft) is on the top (4th) floor of a prestigious elevator building on a quiet, tree-lined street. The windows look out to trees and, in the distance, ivy-covered brick buildings and the rooftops of Cambridge.
The apartment is comfortably furnished in clean, simple modern style. The kitchen is equipped with a full-sized refrigerator and gas stove and everything you need to prepare meals. There is a glass shower and a large window in the tiled bathroom. For sleeping, the Ligne Roset Italian design sofa folds out to a firm queen-sized bed with a high-quality foam mattress. (The sofa was designed for nightly sleeping, not merely as a guest bed.) Sheets and towels are provided, and there is an air conditioner.
The building---the residence of Vladimir Nabokov shortly after the publication of Lolita---has a charming entrance and lobby and a lovely private garden in back, perfect for reading in the sun or shade.
Some of Cambridge’s best restaurants and shops are only a few steps away. The subway is a five-minute walk, and takes you to downtown Boston in 10 minutes. The Charles River, Harvard’s many museums, The American Rep Theater, and several movie theaters are all within easy walking distance. There are washers and dryers off the lobby.
There is a radio and an iPod docking station in the apartment, but no television. The apartment has high-speed Internet via cable. There are parking meters on nearby Mass Ave and garages in Harvard Square, but on-street parking in this neighborhood can sometimes be a challenge for non-residents.
All in all, an excellent alternative to a hotel room for short-term visitors or scholars.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Elevator
- Washer
- Dryer
- Beds
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Live Theatre
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$800 per week, tax included
Higher rates for Harvard Graduation and other events
$125 per night when available--3 night minimum
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Traveler Reviews (6)
Perfect alternative to a hotel room!
Guest: JMM416
(Swarthmore, PA)
Date of Stay: 01/06/12
Review Submitted: 01/17/12
I stayed at this studio for a week in January while I attended an MFA residency at Lesley. The location could not have been better. The studio is just outside of Harvard Square (and an easy 10 min. walk from the T), close to Lesley, and right in the midst of excellent restaurants and shops. The building is set on a quiet street and even though there are other apartments nearby I never felt that it was too noisy or busy. In fact, it was a great place to work and write. Clean, well appointed, and comfortable, the studio a great alternative to a hotel room. The owner is thoughtful and attentive, making the experience of traveling, settling into a program, being away from home, etc. much less stressful than it could have been. Highly recommended!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Excellent unit, as advertised, amazing location
Guest: Tom & Julie
(Somerville, MA)
Date of Stay: 08/22/11
Review Submitted: 09/05/11
Stephen was such a great host to my wife and I. He greeted us as we pulled up in our taxi and helped us bring our bags up to the unit. He was very kind and gave us some great tips for restaurants and bars. The unit is great. Not the largest place, but for a single, or couple, it is perfect. We needed the place for a week as we had to wait before we were able to move into our apartment in Somerville and this apartment served us well. Thank you Stephen!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, tourists without a car.
A literary find in Cambridge
Guest: Steve
(Melbourne, Australia)
Date of Stay: 07/13/11
Review Submitted: 07/28/11
I needed a place to work on a novel and what better place than Nabokov's address. But this apartment has more than one literary connection, and part of the fun is discovering them on your stay. This intimate and light-drenched apartment is charmingly decorated, with excellent lounging and lightning for work or reading. There is free internet connection and an excellent library. The apartment is brilliantly located between Harvard Square and the more subtle delights of Porter Square (with its arcade of cheap and fabulous Japanese cafes). There is good coffee, Ethiopian restaurants, eclectic yoga schools, leafy streets and history at every turn.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
wonderful place to stay
Guest: Anonymous
(Santa Monica, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/25/10
Review Submitted: 08/09/10
Couldn't be happier with my stay here--the owner was extremely cordial and helpful, the studio was clean and beautifully decorated, and the location was outstanding (less than 10 minute walk to Harvard Square, directly adjacent to Harvard Law). This was the perfect spot to retreat to after working & exploring Cambridge. The a/c provided comfort during the hotter days, and the kitchen was nicely stocked and easy to use. Thanks so much for a wonderful stay!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, tourists without a car.
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/30/09
Review Submitted: 11/30/09
This place is a wonderful alternative to a hotel room. We were very comfortable here for five nights. The decor is tasteful and very charming, and the owner was very considerate and a pleasure to deal with.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/11/07
Review Submitted: 09/11/07
The studio was absolutely lovely and Stephen was kind enough to have fresh flowers awaiting us. The condo was spotless and spacious (Stephen had me worried, he'd warned me it was small, but it was far superior to any hotel room!!!). The kitchen was well-equipped and perfect for breakfasts in or full meals if you like. It was an unseasonably warm Boston summer and the in-window A/C unit provided ample cooling for the entire condo (this from a Floridian used to having A/C blasting all year-round!). And the location was perfect in relation a STARBUCKS, a small grocery and many restaurants within two-three blocks. Harvard Square in easy walking distance as well, with tube stops on the redline into Boston. Stephen was also kind enought to give me some tips on in-Boston shopping. I highly recommend the property.
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