10/10 Excellent
4:3 C.
5 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4:3 C.
Stayed 33 nights in Sep 2025
Entire home
Charming 2-bedroom house with a hidden garden in lovely Cambridge.
Family-friendly holiday home in Cambridge
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Tufts University
- Place, Harvard University
- Place, Harvard Square
- Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming 2-bedroom house with a hidden garden in lovely Cambridge.
Escape to this lovely oasis with a hidden garden in picturesque Cambridge. With 2 queen beds, 1 futon, and 1.5 bathrooms equipped with a bidet, guests will feel comfortable in this home filled with art collected from all over the world. Enjoy the serene atmosphere and modern amenities like a newly renovated kitchen, fitness equipment and surround sound TV. Adjacent to numerous off street paths for biking, walking, and running. Walking distance to Alewife T station and Davis Square where you’ll find a cinema, multiple coffee shops and restaurants, shopping, parks and playgrounds. It's easy to see why you'll be able to unwind at our place with easy access to all that Boston has to offer.
Adjoining the home is the property manager’s art studio. The studio has a separate entrance and a soundproof privacy wall between the studio and the rest of the home. (See floor plan images)
Deanna will be around for anything you might need during your stay.
Adjoining the home is the property manager’s art studio. The studio has a separate entrance and a soundproof privacy wall between the studio and the rest of the home. (See floor plan images)
Deanna will be around for anything you might need during your stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Logout from any streaming services you used on the TV.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number C0546810491
About the area
Cambridge
North Cambridge, a neighbourhood in Cambridge, is home to this holiday home. Harvard Square and Faneuil Hall Marketplace are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit New England Aquarium and Museum of Science. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at TD Garden or Fenway Park.
Cambridge, MA
What's nearby
- Tufts University - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
- Harvard University - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
- Harvard Square - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
- Fenway Park - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 14 min walk
- Summer Shack - 9 min walk
- Craft Food Halls Cambridge - 12 min walk
- Top Mix Bar - 13 min walk
- Frank's Steak House - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Pam B.
9 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pam B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
alison m.
12 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
alison m.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
About the host
Hosted by Mary Lou Maher
This is a special home for our extended family. We spend most of our time in Australia and are hosting to share this hidden garden and home with travelers like you. Our daughter in law Deanna is an artist in residence and manages the property when we are away. She lives nearby with our son and amazing grandchildren. We love the Boston area and are excited to share this special location with you.
Why they chose this property
This quiet enclave has easy access to Davis Square with a cinema, multiple eateries, shopping, and access to T station. Equally close is access to Alewife T station, sports fields, and numerous off street paths for access to local marshes and wildlife.
What makes this property unique
We have collected art from all over the world. The house is a showcase for some of our art and is adjacent to an art studio in case you are looking for a gift to take home.
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