[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # 30 night min, Private, Historic, Near Fresh Pond, Charles rvr, shops, Hvd Sqr Apartment with kitchen, near Harvard University ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34170000/34162800/34162772/7d8d34df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34170000/34162800/34162772/1ba809d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34170000/34162800/34162772/bdcdcd81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34170000/34162800/34162772/0e0a8ccf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34170000/34162800/34162772/002a5295.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In a beautiful, historic Cambridge neighborhood, this spacious basement apartment offers comfort and convenience. With newly purchased kitchen appliances, ample storage for books and personal items, high-speed internet access plus a cozy eating nook – it’s the perfect retreat. 8.0 Very good ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5438 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Outdoor space - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 30 night min, Private, Historic, Near Fresh Pond, Charles rvr, shops, Hvd Sqr Our furnished basement apartment is spacious, self-contained, and privately accessible located in a beautiful, historic Cambridge neighborhood. Minimum stay is 30 days. The apartment is comfortable and roomy with somewhat low (around 6 1/2 feet high) ceilings. Visitors taller than six feet will occasionally need to duck when passing under pipes and beams. All kitchen appliances were newly purchased in 2017. The kitchen is equipped with a sink, stove, refrigerator, toaster oven, and microwave. It is well stocked with cookware, silverware, and dishware. The apartment has a queen sized bed plus a comfortable convertible trundle bed couch. The trundle bed couch can quickly be reconfigured into two twin beds which can either be pushed together to function as a second queen bed or used as two separate twin beds. We also have a new Swedish cot that can be made up to sleep an additional person. We supply clean bedding, blankets, and towels. The large bathroom contains a commodious and comfortable shower. The kitchen has a cozy eating and/or studying nook. We keep a folding screen in the living space. It allows guests to create a private space for some (often children) who want privacy or who go to sleep earlier than others. The sleeping area contains a spacious closet with ample room to store and hang guests clothes contains an iron, ironing board, and hair dryer for guest use. Plentiful shelving for storage of books, nick-knacks, etc. Shared use of basement laundry area with washer and dryer. Single car off-road driveway parking. The House: Easy access to Harvard Square and near MBTA bus stop. High speed wired and wireless Internet access. Large shared back yard (~66' x ~44') with tall trees. Wisteria covered trellis over back deck with summer furniture. Comfortable hammock in yard. Basement laundry area with shared washer and dryer. No smoking inside please! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoke outside on the porch. Not indoors. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Golf - Birdwatching nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 438 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33570900/33570845/3c7a93f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The heart Cambridge/Boston Studio private yard free permit parking 1# Cambridgeport - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 83 reviews CA $209 CA $421 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=33570845&PinnedHotelID=33570845&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99260000/99251800/99251759/ff33be0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hidden Gem in Boston: Long Term 1 Month + Only Hyde Park - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=99251759&PinnedHotelID=99251759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33691500/33691479/970007e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Near scenic Fresh Pond, Charles river, shops, Harvard Sq access , Free parking West Cambridge - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 113 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=33691479&PinnedHotelID=33691479&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115660000/115655600/115655599/e1536540.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2-bedroom apartment in fabulous Somerville with AC, WiFi and off street parking Spring Hill - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=115655599&PinnedHotelID=115655599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111660000/111655800/111655765/73956506.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy 1-bedroom condo in awesome Quincy with WiFi, AC Quincy - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Laundry [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=111655765&PinnedHotelID=111655765&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89570000/89568300/89568203/c5d2ed9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New building, fully equipped apt, steps to all Boston has to offer! 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Not indoors. ## Important information ### You need to know 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 West Cambridge, a neighborhood in Cambridge, is home to this apartment. Tufts University and Fenway Park are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Encore Boston Harbor and Boston Harbor. New England Aquarium and Museum of Science are not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching. [Visit our Cambridge travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Cambridge.dx8093) [View more Apartments in Boston](https://www.expedia.ca/Boston-Apartments.d178239-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.37893%2C-71.14387&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4bgcKPt24OZp09S4DfYq2tm7xQg=) Cambridge, MA ### What's nearby - Harvard University - 3 min drive - 2.2 km - Harvard Square - 3 min drive - 2.6 km - Boston University - 5 min drive - 5.3 km - Fenway Park - 6 min drive - 6.4 km - Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 7 min drive - 5.4 km ### Getting around - Belmont Station - 4 min drive - Porter Square Station - 4 min drive - Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 27 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min walk - ‪Greg's Restaurant - ‬13 min walk - ‪Sofra Bakery & Cafe - ‬12 min walk - ‪Intelligentsia Coffee - ‬13 min walk - ‪Genki Ya - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 30 night min, Private, Historic, Near Fresh Pond, Charles rvr, shops, Hvd Sqr pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at 30 night min, Private, Historic, Near Fresh Pond, Charles rvr, shops, Hvd Sqr? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 30 night min, Private, Historic, Near Fresh Pond, Charles rvr, shops, Hvd Sqr? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is 30 night min, Private, Historic, Near Fresh Pond, Charles rvr, shops, Hvd Sqr located? > Located in West Cambridge, this apartment building is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Harvard University and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Harvard Square. Harvard Law School and Tufts University are also within 3 mi (5 km). Alewife Station is 27 minutes by foot and Harvard Square Station is 28 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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