[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Carnegie Mellon University ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95370000/95366300/95366263/015b4a06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95370000/95366300/95366263/3de5dabd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95370000/95366300/95366263/73e2e9a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95370000/95366300/95366263/870147d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95370000/95366300/95366263/aa1a3147.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience Pittsburgh's vibrant culture and natural beauty from this charming townhome on historic Ellsworth Terrace. Enjoy a fully appointed modern kitchen, spacious private deck, beautiful backyard with BBQ grill, and high-speed WiFi throughout. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81764 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown Discover the very best of Pittsburgh from the comfort & convenience of this upgraded private retreat! Perfectly situated minutes from downtown only a short walk to Carnegie Museum of Natural History, enjoy this colorful city’s lively sports culture, award winning culinary scene & scenic trails just a short drive away. Visit Phipps Conservatory, Acrisure Stadium, Andy Warhol Museum, Duquesne Incline & more! The perfect spot for family & friends, you will love this private getaway in Pittsburgh! This gorgeous townhome was build in 1910 and is located on a Historic Landmark private cobblestone street, Ellsworth Terrace. Recently upgraded with its original 20th century charm in mind, this spacious and private four-bedroom home features an open floor plan with a full kitchen, dining area, dedicated workspace, lower level apartment, and a living room with 65” Smart TV. Original detail and high end updates throughout: enjoy the best of both worlds. Beautiful beamed ceilings and large windows give way to tons of natural light. Upon entry, you are greeted by a spacious great room with a 65" Smart TV which feeds into dining room, an elegant updated powder room, and eventually the kitchen. Fully appointed modern kitchen with appliances, including stove, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, coffee maker and microwave. Off of the kitchen in the rear of the home is a spacious private deck! Upstairs there are 2 beautiful bedrooms, a renovated full bathroom, and a conveniently stacked washer and dryer. Bedrooms are comfortably furnished with fresh crisp new linens, pillows, and bed coverings. Fully updated basement apartment consists of large bedroom with a queen bed, a guest room with two twin beds, full bathroom, game room/living room area, Smart TV, working space, kitchen and dining. Other amenities include free high-speed WiFi. a beautiful backyard, an open deck area with dining furniture, BBQ grill, on-street parking, and keyless access. Close to both CMU and PITT, as well as UPMC hospitals. Walk to Walnut Street shops and eateries! Very close to the amazing Botanical Garden, Schenley Park and “Dinosaur” Museum (Carnegie Museum of Natural History)! Guests have full access and complete privacy inside the home and may enjoy full use of the outdoor amenities. Instructions for access, check-in, check-out, and directions to the home are provided in the house manual on VRBO. When checking out, please be sure all windows and doors are locked prior to your departure. If you have any questions about the property, or if you need any additional information regarding calendar availability, directions, parking, access, or check-in/check-out procedures please contact us directly using the message center on VRBO. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,764 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99230000/99222100/99222046/f25734f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shadyside Penthouse Shadyside - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 6.8 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=99222046&PinnedHotelID=99222046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108790000/108782700/108782697/bb2fd6db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ★ HostWise Stays ★ Squirrel Hill Gem! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Shadyside, a neighborhood in Pittsburgh, is home to this vacation home. Market Square and Station Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ohio River Valley. Check out an event or a game at PPG Paints Arena, and consider making time for Kennywood, a top attraction not to be missed. 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Airport (PIT) - 34 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Wushiland - ‬7 min walk - ‪Millie's Coffee 'n' Creamery - ‬10 min walk - ‪Butterjoint - ‬8 min walk - ‪Shibam Coffee Co. - ‬10 min walk - ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown located? > Located in Shadyside, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Heinz Memorial Chapel, Carnegie Mellon University, and University of Pittsburgh. PPG Paints Arena is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Calli C. Sep 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Long weekend Everything was wonderful! ##### Calli C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### JULIANNE V. Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Location is great for Pitt, CMU, Shadyside access. 5 adults slept very comfortably with lots of space in the house. Very clean and nicely decorated. Cozy vibe. Seating space in the living room could have been better but by far not a big deal if you don’t plan to be in front of tv as a group. Great comms with host. Would stay again. ##### JULIANNE V. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark B. Sep 11, 2025 ##### Mark B. 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