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Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown

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Close to Carnegie Mellon University and University of Pittsburgh, Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

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.

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About the area

Shadyside, a neighborhood in Pittsburgh, is home to this vacation home. Station Square and The Mall at Robinson are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Kennywood. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at PPG Paints Arena or PNC Park. Visit our Pittsburgh travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A modern multi-story building with a unique architectural design, featuring a mix of glass and concrete elements.
    Carnegie Mellon University
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A large, tall building with vertical lines, surrounded by a park with people and trees.
    University of Pittsburgh
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A grand interior with marble columns, a central staircase, and art galleries.
    Carnegie Museum of Art
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A museum with dinosaur exhibits and a large tree sculpture.
    Carnegie Museum of Natural History
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Petersen Events Center
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Gateway Station
    6 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Station
    16 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Butterjoint
    8 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    8 min walk
  • Shibam Coffee Co.
    10 min walk
  • Hk Dim Sum
    11 min walk
  • Union Grill
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the 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 a 10-minute walk of Carnegie Mellon University and University of Pittsburgh. PPG Paints Arena is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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Reviews

Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Walking distance to CMU Phipps and museums. Love the charm mixed with updates in the house. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was presented exactly as advertised and was located perfectly for our stay. Our host was responsive and we all enjoyed our stay. We would definitely stay here again in the future. The neighbor man across the street was so very kind as well which was an added bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend

Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
This is the second time we’ve stayed here and overall we’re satisfied with the house. It’s an older home so you’ll experience the squeaky floors, water pressure issues, etc. but nothing that impacted our stay too much. However, it had snowed a couple days before our arrival and the steep stairs to the front door were very slick with frozen over snow. After going up and down a couple times, it felt dangerous. I reached out to the management company to see if they had de-icer or salt on site and they did not which is a little weird. They instead told me to “pour hot water on the stairs” and anyone who has experience with decent winters know that’s about the dumbest thing to tell someone to do given it was getting above freezing downpour entire stay. We ended up making a run to Home Depot and bought our own de-icer so we could maneuver the stairs with less stress. There was also a broken outlet in the upstairs bathroom and I reported that the last time we stayed there in August, but it had not been addressed. The management company said they would try to get someone out, but then never followed up. Again, not a major issue, but does speak to the effectiveness of the management company. All in all, we likely will boom again for its location and the space is comfortable and uniquely decorated. We especially enjoyed the vinyl player and the wide array of vinyls! It made the stay feel more special.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025