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Sunsplashed Serenity - Walk to Harvard & Fresh Pond from a Huron Village Oasis

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Welcome to the garden at Sunsplashed Serenity
Patio, table, lounge chairs...
Front entrance
The double hammock under the tree
From the dining room into the living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51175 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Sunsplashed Serenity - Walk to Harvard & Fresh Pond from a Huron Village Oasis

This elegant, sun-splashed, 2+ bedroom apartment is just a 15-minute walk (or a 7-minute bike ride) to Harvard. This spacious 1st floor of a 3-level house sits on a quiet leafy street in Huron Village, (West) Cambridge. The recently renovated space hosts designer furnishings and attention to detail. A fully-outfitted kitchen includes a seltzer-making machine, a food processor, and an array of other small appliances. Enjoy breakfast at the kitchen bay window overlooking the garden, a contemporary bath, full dining room, living room with French doors to a study with "instant" office (wi-fi & external monitor provided). Sleeps 5: bedroom 1 -queen bed; bedroom 2 - twin bed; study - pull-out sofa-bed. European cable lighting and hardwood floors throughout. Barbecue or relax in a double hammock in the backyard with its 2 bluestone patios, firebowl, large dinner table, lounge chairs, and twinkling outdoor lighting.
Jog at nearby Fresh Pond or along the Charles River. Browse in Huron Avenue boutiques or Harvard Square and Porter Square shops; stroll to Formaggio or Hi-Rise Bakery for lattes & croissants. Walk to Whole Foods, Starbucks, & Trader Joe at Fresh Pond Mall. The subway at Harvard Square is a 15-minute walk or a direct bus 2 blocks away. Near jogging paths, bike trails, parks and playgrounds. Easy access to Rts. 2 & 128. Garage parking may be available.

For kids: there is a high-chair, sleds for the sledding hills at Danehy Park and Fresh Pond Reservation, and backyard toys. They'll find lots of children's books and games, including a box of dress-up clothes. One child-size bike is also available. At the cute fire station nearby, the firemen love showing kids around.

Laundry facilities are in the basement. (Please empty the dryer lint trap before and after, for safety.)

Please note:
In September, the rental is for an academic year or full year.
Any discounts apply only to the base nightly rate, not to the additional guest or housecleaning charges or to the special high-season periods -- college graduation weeks and Christmas/New Year's.

Registration number
C0121120491
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses solar energy
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 deadlock
Property Registration Number C0121120491

About the area

Cambridge

West Cambridge, a neighbourhood in Cambridge, is home to this apartment. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and Boston Museum of Fine Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Tufts University and Fenway Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for New England Aquarium, or head to an event or a match at TD Garden. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Mount Auburn Hospital - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mount Auburn Cemetery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Harvard University - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Boston Calling Music Festival - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Harvard Square - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Porter Square Station - 3 min drive
  • Belmont Station - 4 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Summer Shack - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Kismet - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bon Me Fresh Pond - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunsplashed Serenity - Walk to Harvard & Fresh Pond from a Huron Village Oasis pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunsplashed Serenity - Walk to Harvard & Fresh Pond from a Huron Village Oasis?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunsplashed Serenity - Walk to Harvard & Fresh Pond from a Huron Village Oasis on 31 May 2026 start from £276, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sunsplashed Serenity - Walk to Harvard & Fresh Pond from a Huron Village Oasis?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunsplashed Serenity - Walk to Harvard & Fresh Pond from a Huron Village Oasis?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunsplashed Serenity - Walk to Harvard & Fresh Pond from a Huron Village Oasis?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunsplashed Serenity - Walk to Harvard & Fresh Pond from a Huron Village Oasis located?

This family-friendly Cambridge apartment building is located in West Cambridge, within 1 mi (2 km) of Massachusetts Hall and Harvard University. Harvard Square and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are also within 3 miles (5 km). Porter Square Station is 20 minutes by foot and Alewife Station is 23 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Miriam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Janet was very welcoming and knowledgeable about the neighborhood. Any questions we had she was more than willing to answer and kept in touch with updates. The house was clean and stocked with everything you can imagine you’d need during a stay for dining in and the location was fabulous for dining out options. The outdoor living section was breathtaking! My family and I felt so at ease and loved our stay. The whole experience of being in Cambridge was a step back to better days. Thank you so much for welcoming us to your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2025
Miriam, I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay. Please come back anytime! I'll be here for future Harvard drop-offs and pick-ups! Janet

About the host

Hosted by Janet Randall

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I'm a just-retired professor who has been hosting for many years. I'm a long-time resident of Huron Village and appreciate its charm, quiet, and green.

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood is special. Walk 15-20 minutes and you're at the Harvard Square T station, with a direct connection to downtown Boston. Go in a different direction to Porter Square or to Alewife, with its direct bus to NYC, Jog the path at Fresh Pond, or bike to the Minuteman Bike Trail that runs 10 miles to Bedford on a converted rail line.

What makes this property unique

You will love the connection to the outdoors in the beautiful garden. We have 2 patios, one with a dining table seating 10, the other with low seating around a table or, if you take the table-top off, a firebowl. Play croquet on the lawn or boules on the stone-dust driveway. Lounge chairs and tables and a hammock provide lots of places to relax. In the summer, help yourself to herbs from the garden. And you can work outside within wireless range.

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English, French
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