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Cambridge condo rental - Comfortable queen-sized bed with built-in reading lights.
Comfortable queen-sized bed with built-in reading lights.
  • Cambridge condo rental - Comfortable queen-sized bed with built-in reading lights.
    Bed glides up into cabinet with sofa in front
    Warm lighting at night.
    Table for dining or writing.
    Spotless bathroom with shower and good-sized window.
    Kitchen equipped with the basics.
  • Cambridge condo rental - lobby of building
    Entry to building
    Restaurants and shops a block or two away.
    Across from sofa. Storage for clothes.
  • Cambridge condo rental
 
Cambridge condo rental - Comfortable queen-sized bed with built-in reading lights.

Comfortable queen-sized bed with built-in reading lights.

Bed glides up into cabinet with sofa in front

Bed glides up into cabinet with sofa in front

Warm lighting at night.

Warm lighting at night.

Table for dining or writing.

Table for dining or writing.

Spotless bathroom with shower and good-sized window.

Spotless bathroom with shower and good-sized window.

Kitchen equipped with the basics.

Kitchen equipped with the basics.

lobby of building

lobby of building

Entry to building

Entry to building

Restaurants and shops a block or two away.

Restaurants and shops a block or two away.

Across from sofa. Storage for clothes.

Across from sofa. Storage for clothes.

  • BedroomsStudio
  • Sleeps2
  • 1 Bathroom
 
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Condo, Studio, 1 Bath, (Sleeps 2)

A comfortable, restful little retreat, a few steps from Harvard Square, Harvard Law School, Lesley University, and the Longy School of Music. This soothing studio apartment (300 sq ft) is on the top (4th) floor of a prestigious elevator building on a quiet, tree-lined street. The windows look out to trees and, in the distance, ivy-covered brick buildings and the rooftops of Cambridge.

The apartment is comfortably furnished in clean, simple modern style. The kitchen is equipped with a full-sized refrigerator and gas stove and everything you need to prepare meals. There is a glass shower and a large window in the tiled bathroom. For sleeping, there is a space-saving 'Murphy bed' with a sofa in front. When folded up, the studio feels like a cozy sitting room. The queen-sized bed glides down on top of the sofa to create an exceptionally comfortable bedroom.

The building---the residence of Vladimir Nabokov shortly after the publication of Lolita---has a charming entrance and lobby and a lovely private garden in back, perfect for reading in the sun or shade.

Some of Cambridge’s best restaurants and shops are only a few steps away. The subway is a five-minute walk, and takes you to downtown Boston in 10 minutes. The Charles River, Harvard’s many museums, The American Rep Theater, and several movie theaters are all within easy walking distance. There are washers and dryers off the lobby.

There is a radio and an iPod docking station in the apartment, but no television. The apartment has high-speed Internet VIA CABLE. There are parking meters on nearby Mass Ave and garages in Harvard Square, but on-street parking in this neighborhood can sometimes be a challenge for non-residents.

All in all, an excellent alternative to a hotel room for short-term visitors or scholars.

I only accept cash and checks.

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7 Reviews of Property 140088 in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Charming Harvard Square Studio
average rating of 5.0 based on 7 reviews
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Charming Harvard Square Studio
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p140088vb
(617) 905-2533 (Massachusetts, USA)
Cambridge Greater Boston
Seattle, WA
5

A Haven in a Storm

5 of 5
Submitted: October 31, 2012 Stayed: October 2012
This charming studio apartment was as billed – clean, quiet, comfortable, conveniently located and with a truly hospitable host.

Our only concern prior to arrival was whether the bed would be comfortable. It met and exceeded our expectations - we awoke well rested and ready to explore the city… or deal with natural disasters.

When Hurricane Sandy arrived as we were getting ready to depart, our host, Stephen, graciously extended our stay. We stocked up on provisions at the neighborhood shops and hunkered down with selections from the apartment’s well-stocked bookshelf. We were able to produce satisfying meals in the kitchen and were cozy, safe and comfortable while the storm raged outside. Stephen checked in with us periodically, offering assistance and suggestions as well as shelter.

We would most definitely stay here again and highly recommend the property!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Charming Harvard Square Studio
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p140088vb
(617) 905-2533 (Massachusetts, USA)
Cambridge Greater Boston
Swarthmore, PA
5

Perfect alternative to a hotel room!

5 of 5
Submitted: January 17, 2012 Stayed: January 2012
I stayed at this studio for a week in January while I attended an MFA residency at Lesley. The location could not have been better. The studio is just outside of Harvard Square (and an easy 10 min. walk from the T), close to Lesley, and right in the midst of excellent restaurants and shops. The building is set on a quiet street and even though there are other apartments nearby I never felt that it was too noisy or busy. In fact, it was a great place to work and write. Clean, well appointed, and comfortable, the studio a great alternative to a hotel room. The owner is thoughtful and attentive, making the experience of traveling, settling into a program, being away from home, etc. much less stressful than it could have been. Highly recommended!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 4/4
business
Charming Harvard Square Studio
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p140088vb
(617) 905-2533 (Massachusetts, USA)
Cambridge Greater Boston
Somerville, MA
5

Excellent unit, as advertised, amazing location

5 of 5
Submitted: September 5, 2011 Stayed: August 2011
Stephen was such a great host to my wife and I. He greeted us as we pulled up in our taxi and helped us bring our bags up to the unit. He was very kind and gave us some great tips for restaurants and bars.

The unit is great. Not the largest place, but for a single, or couple, it is perfect. We needed the place for a week as we had to wait before we were able to move into our apartment in Somerville and this apartment served us well.

Thank you Stephen!!
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing
Helpful votes: 5/5
business
Charming Harvard Square Studio
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p140088vb
(617) 905-2533 (Massachusetts, USA)
Cambridge Greater Boston
Melbourne, Australia
5

A literary find in Cambridge

5 of 5
Submitted: July 28, 2011 Stayed: July 2011
I needed a place to work on a novel and what better place than Nabokov's address. But this apartment has more than one literary connection, and part of the fun is discovering them on your stay. This intimate and light-drenched apartment is charmingly decorated, with excellent lounging and lightning for work or reading. There is free internet connection and an excellent library. The apartment is brilliantly located between Harvard Square and the more subtle delights of Porter Square (with its arcade of cheap and fabulous Japanese cafes). There is good coffee, Ethiopian restaurants, eclectic yoga schools, leafy streets and history at every turn.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 5/5
business
Charming Harvard Square Studio
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p140088vb
(617) 905-2533 (Massachusetts, USA)
Cambridge Greater Boston
Santa Monica, CA
5

wonderful place to stay

5 of 5
Submitted: August 9, 2010 Stayed: July 2010
Couldn't be happier with my stay here--the owner was extremely cordial and helpful, the studio was clean and beautifully decorated, and the location was outstanding (less than 10 minute walk to Harvard Square, directly adjacent to Harvard Law). This was the perfect spot to retreat to after working & exploring Cambridge. The a/c provided comfort during the hotter days, and the kitchen was nicely stocked and easy to use. Thanks so much for a wonderful stay!
Recommended for:  Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing
Helpful votes: 5/5
business
Charming Harvard Square Studio
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p140088vb
(617) 905-2533 (Massachusetts, USA)
Cambridge Greater Boston
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5

5 of 5
Submitted: November 30, 2009 Stayed: November 2009
This place is a wonderful alternative to a hotel room. We were very comfortable here for five nights. The decor is tasteful and very charming, and the owner was very considerate and a pleasure to deal with.
Helpful votes: 4/4
business
Charming Harvard Square Studio
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p140088vb
(617) 905-2533 (Massachusetts, USA)
Cambridge Greater Boston
Orlando, FL
5

5 of 5
Submitted: September 11, 2007 Stayed: September 2007
The studio was absolutely lovely and Stephen was kind enough to have fresh flowers awaiting us. The condo was spotless and spacious (Stephen had me worried, he'd warned me it was small, but it was far superior to any hotel room!!!). The kitchen was well-equipped and perfect for breakfasts in or full meals if you like. It was an unseasonably warm Boston summer and the in-window A/C unit provided ample cooling for the entire condo (this from a Floridian used to having A/C blasting all year-round!). And the location was perfect in relation a STARBUCKS, a small grocery and many restaurants within two-three blocks. Harvard Square in easy walking distance as well, with tube stops on the redline into Boston. Stephen was also kind enought to give me some tips on in-Boston shopping.

I highly recommend the property.
Helpful votes: 5/5