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1891 Victorian Home Near Harvard

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A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a small front yard with a tree and red flowers, and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.
A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a glass coffee table, a fireplace, and a television.
A staircase with wooden steps and a metal railing, a bench, a rug, and a window with a view.
A living room with a grand piano, a fireplace, and a colorful abstract painting.
A kitchen with a gas stove, cabinets, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Harvard University
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Cambridge, MA
  • Place, Harvard University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Museum of Natural History
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Square
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Dining area

About this property

1891 Victorian Home Near Harvard

Charming 1891 Victorian in exclusive Avon Hill neighborhood, 10-min walk to Harvard Sq, 5-min walk to Porter Sq. subway stop.

Four bedrooms on the second floor, including a master suite w/ king size bed and ensuite bath, a second large bedroom with a Calif. king, and two smaller bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with a twin bed and second twin mattress. There is a separate full bath on the second floor and a half bath on the first floor.There is also a couch in that living room that opens into a double bed. Open kitchen, dining, living area on first floor, wonderful for entertaining.
There is a 110' driveway for parking. Rear deck with table, patio with grille and 150 yr-old beech tree in a shaded back yard. It's a great retreat for a family gathering at graduation time, or for a family visiting the Boston area in July or August. Wifi and cable included.

We do not do long term rentals (e.g. month-long), particularly in the fall when my wife is teaching at her university.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

Property Registration Number C0136630491
Property # 725898vb
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
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Cambridge

Neighborhood Nine, a neighbourhood in Cambridge, is home to this holiday home. Tufts University and Fenway Park are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Harvard Square and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Check out an event or a game at TD Garden, and consider making time for New England Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Cambridge, MA

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Harvard Law School - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Harvard Museum of Natural History - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Harvard Square - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tufts University - 5 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Ball Square Station - 4 min drive
  • Porter Square Station - 7 min walk
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Rustica - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Anna's Taqueria - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Little Crepe Cafe - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 1891 Victorian Home Near Harvard pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1891 Victorian Home Near Harvard?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1891 Victorian Home Near Harvard on 28 Aug 2026 start from £2,510, 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 1891 Victorian Home Near Harvard?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1891 Victorian Home Near Harvard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1891 Victorian Home Near Harvard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1891 Victorian Home Near Harvard located?

Located in Neighborhood Nine, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Harvard Museum of Natural History, Harvard University and Harvard Square. Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University are also within 3 miles (5 km). Porter Square Station is 7 minutes by foot and Harvard Square Station is 18 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Dean and Vida Johnson

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I am a retired environmental/urban planner who now manages several real estate properties. My wife teaches Russian at Tufts University (about 2 miles from our place) and goes to the Moscow Film Festival every year. Our children our grown, we visit them in San Francisco and New Orleans, and we have two grandsons in New Orleans. We ski 25 to 30 days a year in Colorado (mostly Breckenridge) and enjoy travel to see kids and friends. We both graduated from Harvard (Radcliffe at the time for my wife) and have several graduate degrees between us (she has the PhD.) I am actively interested in environmental issues. I worked in water resources management for the Mass General Court in the late 70's and helped to pioneer low flow toilets in MA.

Why they chose this property

Three primary reasons: location, location, location. And you can add the comfort of a beautiful Victorian with plenty of space and a beautiful Copper Beech in the back yard.

What makes this property unique

We love the quiet street that we are on and the fact that only two blocks away is the main thoroughfare of Cambridge--Mass Ave.

Languages:

English, Russian

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