Location: Baltimore, Central, Maryland, USA (4 blocks from JHU & BMA. Easy access to all Baltimore.) View Map
Accommodations: Townhome, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Charm City home, Victorian townhome, Charles Village home
The three story Victorian house (c. 1900) is located in Charles Village, a diverse, lively (and award-winning) neighborhood adjoining the main campus of Johns Hopkins University. The house is four blocks from the main Hopkins gate and is only minutes from Penn Station where commuter trains depart hourly for Washington D.C. (in fact, many residents commute to work in Washington DC). The main corridor of Amtrak also runs through this station providing easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, Boston, to name a few northeasterly points.
The spacious, high-ceilinged rooms are simply furnished but retain much of their original charm ... for example, tall wooden-shuttered front windows, hardwood floors, a claw foot tub, and French doors into the parlor. All the necessities of a comfortable life are furnished - from beds and linens to dishes, cookware and appliances.
The house is perfect for a family coming to Baltimore for the academic year. Or, it is a great place to stay while getting acquainted with the Baltimore housing market an individual or family planning to put down more permanent roots.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed : Smoking is permissible on the front porch or on the back deck. Cigarette receptacles must be used.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Other Activities
- Baltimore's world-class symphony under the direction of award-winning Marin Alsop; wonderful diverse neighborhoods, restaurants and ethnic festivals, several great universities and liberal arts colleges; top tier hospitals and medical facilities; Johns Hopkins hospital, ranked number one nationally.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
SHORT-TERM RENTAL. 1 week-$1200,inclusive. Nightly $200-$250,3 nt min +clean fee.
2nd week - fourth week, $900/week plus one-time $150 cleaning fee.
One - three months, $3300/month, plus one-time $200 cleaning fee.
LONG-TERM RENTAL. Four-nine months, $3150/mo + $250 cleaning or per agreement.
50% down holds reservation. Full payment due at check-in.
Please call with any questions regarding accommodation or special needs.
Rates are lower in January and February; call for information.
Long-term rental may require damage deposit.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1985
Why the Owner Chose Baltimore
Originally, the house was purchased as a home for us and our children who were not yet grown. Its location is ideal for folks, like us, who like a city with proud civic institutions--great universities, hospitals and medical schools, libraries, symphony and chamber orchestras, a zoo and museums in addition to our wonderful Inner Harbor with innumerable activities, restaurants, water taxis and cruises and so much history (including a lighthouse, the USS Constellation and Chesapeake Lightship). And so on!
The Unique Benefits at this Townhome
We enjoy concerts at the Myerhoff, theater at Center Stage and Everyman's Theater, the Maryland Zoo, the Maryland Science Center, Fells point, the Inner Harbor, the Charles Village Festival, the proximity not only of Hopkins but also Loyola University, the College of Notre Dame, Goucher College--all within very easy access. In addition, there are festivals too numerous to mention and concert and lecture series at all the universities.
Owner's Map of Baltimore
My husband is a retired civil engineer and I am a semi-retired writer. We lived in this house for 25 years and will continue to maintain a small 3rd-floor apartment for weekend/occasional use.
Property Photos
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- Our house on a recent snowy day. . . December, 2009 - Baltimore Victorian House Rental, Four Blocks from the Main Gate of Johns Hopkins.
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- The entrance as seen from front parlor. - Baltimore Victorian House Rental, Four Blocks from the Main Gate of Johns Hopkins.
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- Living room -- or parlor, in 1900 parlance - Baltimore Victorian House Rental, Four Blocks from the Main Gate of Johns Hopkins.
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- Front parlor--shutters closed for nighttime.
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- Conversation corner of family room--formerly a formal dining room
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- The cozy dining alcove easily seats four with a large serving buffet opposite.
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- Sideboard in dining alcove--integral to front parlor.
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- A peek into first floor bathroom/laundry
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- Master bedroom is spacious with leaded bay windows, sofa, desk and armchairs.
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- Half view of cozy middle bedrrom, 2nd floor
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- Middle bedroom, another view.
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- Relax with bubble bath in this large 2nd-floor bath with original clawfoot tub.
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- Kitchen is large with glasstop stove, microwave, and oven (not visible)..
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- Immaculate and cheery, kitchen has lighted cabinets and seating for 4-6. .
Traveler Reviews (7)
A Wonderful Stay!
Guest: Kathy & Don
(Rhode Island)
Date of Stay: 12/21/10
Review Submitted: 01/02/12
We rented this wonderful home over the Christmas holiday. It was a great experience and we hope to do it again. The pictures on the website do not do the home justice. It is clean and well kept and has numerous amenities. The owners were there to greet us when we arrived and explained all the features of the home. They then quickly left saying "the house is yours!" Thank you so much for a great stay and for making our and our family's Christmas so special.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Thanksgiving Week
Guest: Jean
(Arizona)
Date of Stay: 11/19/11
Review Submitted: 11/28/11
We rented during the week of Thanksgiving. The house was perfect. We had 7 people ages 1-72 staying. The rooms are spacious, clean and well decorated. Everything was extremely clean and there were plenty of towels. The common areas were great when we had guests (an additional 8 people) in for brunch. The kitchen is well equipped. We truly enjoyed our stay and the house was absolutely perfect.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Made for a perfect wedding week
Guest: Jeanne
(Lakewood, OH)
Date of Stay: 08/08/11
Review Submitted: 08/16/11
My husband, daughter, son-in-law, and I stayed at this beautiful home this past week, preparing for our Baltimore daughter's wonderful wedding. We used the home's courtyard for memorable meals with our children and their partners on several evenings. We had guests for a dinner the evening before the wedding and a warm and comfortable after-wedding breakfast. Each of our guests came into this rental house and commented on the warmth and beautiful condition of the house, and guests who came for breakfast from out of town told us that it was the best wedding breakfast they'd attended, partly because of the comfort of this house. Renting this house made for a perfect wedding week for my family. The owner's attention to detail is remarkable and as we drove away, we took a picture of the home where we'd spent a week making beautiful memories as we prepared for a once-in-a-lifetime event. We could not be more grateful to the owners.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Amazing space
Guest: Kaiz
(La Canada CA)
Date of Stay: 09/12/10
Review Submitted: 12/01/10
Thanks for a wonderful stay. The house was a great value and very comfortable. There was plenty of space for everybody. The university neighborhood and Charles Village had every convenience. Very easy access to downtown and convention center via St. Paul. Mark La Canada, CA
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Home away from Home
Guest: "Gator"
(Dallas, Tx)
Date of Stay: 06/21/10
Review Submitted: 10/13/10
My wife, sister , brother in law and 2 other friends recently stayed in this beautiful home as we prepared for our son's wedding. We never felt as though we are at some rental property. It was like staying in a good friends home--and a very nice one at that. Every detail has been considered and covered. The wedding turned out beautifully and the stay at this home was a big contributor to joy we experienced in Baltimore. Try it , you will definitely be glad you did! GCM
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Nancy E
Guest: Nancy E
(St. Louis Park, MN)
Date of Stay: 08/22/10
Review Submitted: 10/12/10
We wanted a place near the JHU campus that had plenty of room for a family of five and a kitchen to cook some of our meals. You have a great location and your home is amazing! (We don't have the high-ceiling, hardwood-floored, row houses in the Midwest. Also, I think the owners must be related or at least good friends of Martha Stewart as I was surprised by the comfort and decor of each room!) We had everything we needed to feel at home and we would love to come and stay the next time we are in Baltimore visiting our student. I especially enjoyed reading on the back porch in the morning and the front porch in the late evening after a day of campus tours. In terms of location, we were able to walk to the Baltimore Museum of Art, the JHU campus and found it very easy to drive to the Inner Harbor area. We cooked a number of our meals in the well-equipped kitchen and also enjoyed eating at the (casual) Korean restaurant near campus, the funky Paper Moon, and the Turkish restaurant downtown on Charles Street. This is a great, roomy place to stay for a family or group visiting Baltimore. Thank you for the hospitality!
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
A great place in a great location
Guest: John T.
(Joplin, MO)
Date of Stay: 06/11/10
Review Submitted: 09/01/10
My family and I stayed in this home in June of this year, 2010. It had everything we needed or wanted and was very comfortable. The hostess, Linda, was very pleasant and offered all sorts of information, such as where to go to eat and where to buy things. The location near Johns Hopkins was great, we walked there. I can't think of anything bad to say about this property. It even had off street parking for two vehicles. When we go back to Baltimore someday we'll want to stay here again. John T.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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