Oasis in Central Square Cambridge Near Mit & Harvard - All Aug $2700
- Minimum stay:3-30 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Newly renovated upscale one bedroom private apartment on first floor in an owner occupied Central Square Cambridge 2 family house - vibrant urban neighborhood steps away from the T, cafes, shops, live theater and music, and Zagat-rated restaurants. Walk 10 minutes to MIT or 20 minutes to Harvard.
Perfect location for the car-free traveller!
Designed by a LEED-certified architect with an eye for natural light and an award-winning lighting designer. PaperStone countertops, custom-built cabinets, wood floors throughout, a Liebherr fridge, and a gorgeous granite vanity are just some of the touches that welcome you home.
Fully equipped kitchen, new queen-sized bed, washer/dryer & free high caliber Wifi. Cot available upon request.
Parking options include metered parking, local garages, or, with a deposit, a 3-day temporary guest parking permit for on-street resident parking. Truly, a car is really unnecessary.
The owners, Bill and Carolyn, paid a lot of attention to detail as they created a modern oasis in the middle of bustling Central Square, Cambridge. The apartment is located on the first floor of their newly renovated home. Planting commences in the spring, so stay tuned - a magical green garden of delight is in the works.
Just a block away from top-rated restaurants, including Rendezvous, Craigie on Main, Salts, Chi Chi's and Central Kitchen. Also, a block away is the Central Square Theater, home to The Underground Railway Theater and The Nora Theatre Company. The Middle East is renowned for their live music entertainment.
3 grocery stores within a couple of blocks. And, of course, there are the two world-class universities - MIT and Harvard - both within walking distance or one short subway stop away.
Keywords: apartment
Property Type
- 1 story
- Apartment
- On floor 1
- 425 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
- Children Welcome
- Non Smoking Only
- Pets Not Allowed
Bedrooms
- 1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 3, Beds for 2-3
- Bedroom 1
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
Kitchen & Dining
- Pantry Items
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Stove
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Ice Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Cooking Utensils
Amenities
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Towels Provided
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Linens Provided
Other Amenities
- Stay tuned for the magical garden coming this spring.
Communications
- Broadband Access
- Internet
Theme
- Romantic
- Historic
Location & View
- Car Not Necessary
Activities
- Cinemas
- Ice Skating
- ATM/Bank
- Hospital
- Groceries
- Medical Services
- Massage Therapist
- Whale Watching
- Walking
- Roller Blading
- Sight Seeing
- Synagogues
- Playground
- Library
- Churches
- Arboretum
- Restaurants
- Live Theater
- Museums
- Shopping
- Cycling
Other Activities
Reviews
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Wonderful apartment, great hosts in great location
Wonderful apartment, great hosts in great location
- Guest Marcie
- Date of stay 09/01/12
- Review Submitted 01/04/13
Carolyn and Bill have provided a modern, very attractive, impeccably clean and comfortable apartment. The kitchen and living space are great and the bed is very comfortable, you have access to your own thermostat, and they provide welcoming flowers, a stocked cupboard, large soft towels, all new appliances, access to a washer and dryer and any help you need. The apartment is within blocks of four NY quality restaurants (rated as among Boston's best), vegetarian and ethnic restaurants, drugstores, a food market, a great wine and cheese store, banks and a stop on the red line for easy transit to Boston. Movies and a mall for major stores are a stop away. We loved living here for four months and recommend it highly.Recommended for: Age 55+, sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car.
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Wonderful apartment, great hosts in great location
Wonderful apartment, great hosts in great location
- Guest Marcia E.
- Date of stay 09/01/12
- Review Submitted 12/31/12
Carolyn and Bill have provided a modern, attractive, impeccably clean and comfortable apartment. The bed and living space are comfortable, you have access to your own thermostat, and they provide welcoming flowers, a stocked cupboard, large soft towels, all new appliances, access to a washer and dryer and any help you need. The apartment is within blocks of four NY quality restaurants (rated as among Boston's best), vegetarian and ethnic restaurants, drugstores, a food market, a great wine and cheese store, banks and a stop on the red line for easy transit to Boston. Movies and a mall for major stores are a stop away. We loved living here for four months and recommend it highly. Marcia and Bill EckerdDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Excellent Location!
Guest comment entered by ownerExcellent Location!
- Guest Renata & Anselmo, Fortaleza, Brazil
- Date of stay 08/11/12
- Review Submitted 08/31/12
We enjoyed our stay a lot! Great apartment, well furnished and of the right size for a couple. Excellent location, only a few blocks from MIT. And nice hosts too! We will recommend it to anyone who plans to visit Cambridge. Thank you Carolyn & Bill!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Very Modern apartment in Cambridge close to everything
Very Modern apartment in Cambridge close to everything
- Guest Arti
- Date of stay 06/02/12
- Review Submitted 06/19/12
Location, apartment and owners of the property were excellent. Carolyn and Bill were very thoughtful and considerate. It was raining a lot due to Boston weather and it made it hard to take luggage to the apartment without getting everything dirty. But we enjoyed the fresh flowers, ipad and all the amenities like washer and dryer there. I can't wait to see the gardens in the back when Bill and Carolyn get done with gardens.Recommended for: Age 55+, sightseeing, tourists without a car, adventure seekers.
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Douglas Ave. Apartment
Douglas Ave. Apartment
- Guest Neil
- Date of stay 06/06/12
- Review Submitted 06/08/12
Wonderful appartment just walking distance to Mass Ave and MIT. The owners were very helpful and made sure our stay went wellRecommended for: Age 55+, sightseeing, tourists without a car.
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Fantastic Place
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- Guest Ruth
- Date of stay 05/31/12
- Review Submitted 05/31/12
Fantastic place. Warn welcoming hosts. Thanks so much!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Great neighborhood
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- Guest Cathy from Providence
- Date of stay 05/27/12
- Review Submitted 05/31/12
Lovely home and great neighborhood.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Excellent!
Guest comment entered by ownerExcellent!
- Guest Lane and Alex from Texas
- Date of stay 05/06/12
- Review Submitted 05/31/12
Excellent people! Excellent room! Excellent location! Thank you!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Great location, very comfortable stay :)
Great location, very comfortable stay :)
- Guest Elizabeth L.
- Date of stay 03/27/12
- Review Submitted 04/28/12
From the time I arrived, late on a Tuesday night, until I left the following Tuesday afternoon, I experienced the generous hospitality of Carolyn and Bill. Eventhough it was late, Carolyn gave me a brief tour of the apartment and all the things I would need to know to function independantly. My son arrived the following night and we both had a great time in Cambridge and Boston. The beautiful flowers were a very nice touch :)Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Great location!
Guest comment entered by ownerGreat location!
- Guest Ron, Jill and Anna Charleston, SC
- Date of stay 04/22/12
- Review Submitted 04/24/12
We couldn't be happier with our stay here at Bill & Carolyn's. The apartment is beautiful & was just what we were looking for. It was in a great location, close to everything! I personally appreciated the wonderful welcome we received upon arrival and the books and information about the area. I really enjoyed Central Square, Boston and everything about our trip! Thanks for making it so comfortable!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 3 night min stay |
$175 | $2700 | ||||
| June - July 2013 Jun 1 - Jul 31 3 night min stay |
$175 | $1050 | ||||
| August 2013 Aug 1 - Aug 31 30 night min stay |
$2700 | |||||
Additional information about rental rates
The minimum stay in August is the entire month for $2700.
There is a one time cleaning fee of $60 for stays less than 3 months.
We won't be booking for 2014 until fall 2013.
Fees:
- Cleaning Fee: $60
- Taxes Included
Cancellation policy:
The lease begins at 4:00 p.m. on the arrival date entered in the online booking and ends at 11:00 a.m. on the departure date entered in the online booking.
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.
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- Nearest Airport: Logan International Airport at 5.1 Miles
- Nearest Train: Red Line Stop Central Square at 0.2 Miles
- Nearest Motorway: 1-90 at 1.4 Miles
- Nearest Beach: Tenean Beach Boston at 10.1 Miles
- Nearest Barpub: Middle East at 0.1 Miles
- Nearest Ski: Wachusett Mountain Ski Area at 50.5 Miles
- Nearest Golf: Fresh Pond Golf Course at 4 Miles
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1984
About the owner: My name is Carolyn and my husband, Bill, and I will be here to greet you and give you the keys to the apartment when you arrive. In 2010, we spent 2 years working with an architect, lighting designer and contractor to re-envision our home and to create an apartment on our first floor. Both our home and our apartment have turned out to be delightful retreats in the middle of a bustling city environment. One of the many joys of this location is that we can walk to M.I.T. where we both work in the IT department.
Why the Owner Chose Cambridge:
Bill has lived in this home since he was a student at MIT. Several years later, I joined him and together we purchased it in 1984, the year our son was born. We love Central Square for it's rich weave of diversity and culture, restaurants and nightlife, education and the creative and whimsical local merchants!
Contact us
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Invite friends or colleagues over for dinner
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Beautiful modern kitchen with custom-built cabinets and PaperStone countertops.
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Kitchen & Dining area with natural lighting
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Custom-built vanity with granite countertop & waterfall faucet
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Modern walk-in shower stall
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Antique mahogany dresser.
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Living room boasts a luscious couch & 2 closets. Gorgeous wood floors throughout
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Original works of art throughout the apartment
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New LG washer and dryer shared with the owners
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Home originally built in 1868
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Fabulous live theater - just a block away.
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Liebherr refrigerator, gas stove & microwave
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Fully equipped kitchen - including magnetized spice jars!
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Lighting by a designer
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Gorgeous waterfall faucet sets off the granite vanity.
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Luscious linens and stylish quilt deck out your new queen-size bed
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Private entrance - Skylight and windows provide plenty of natural lighting.
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State of the art easy to use Nest thermostat
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Hallway leading into apartment.
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Local landmarks nearby! The Middle East is just down the street.
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