The Drinking Gourd: Stunning Penthouse in Historic Downtown Cambridge

Cambridge, Maryland
$375 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Condo

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to The Drinking Gourd...a freshly renovated 2-bedroom penthouse in the heart of the historic downtown district of Cambridge. With its exposed brick walls, 15 foot ceilings, antique brass fittings, and original mahogany millwork, this condo offers a stunning historic setting while being a super cozy and fully-stocked haven for guests. The bedrooms feature all new beds and linens, including a king bed, full bed, and comfie expandable sectional bed. The bathroom boasts a relaxing bathtub as well as full-size washer and dryer. In the lofty open-concept living room space you'll find a roomy sectional sofa, large screen Roku-enabled TV, and a built in reading nook...perfect for lounging or accommodating extra guests. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you'll need should you want to indulge in cooking some of our outstanding local seafood. There are also lush linens, plentiful paper products and toiletries, and books, games, and toys for all ages. You'll be situated in the heart of the Underground Railroad, with the fabulous pubs, galleries, and boutiques literally right outside your door. The City Marina is only 4 blocks away, and the Blackwater Wildlife Refuge is within a half hour's drive. We pride ourselves on creating inviting and cozy homes-away-from-home in historic locations...come discover fabulous Cambridge!

Please note that the property is located on the third floor of an historic building in downtown Cambridge. There is no elevator in the building and guests will need to climb 2 flights of stairs on a curved stairwell to access the unit.

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Breakfast Available For A Fee Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Eco-friendly Cleaning Products Provided Local Artist Showcase Local Culture & Ecosystem Education Recycling Unit Size: 1750 Sq Ft (163 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English German Polish Russian
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Babysitting Service Available Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Chef Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board Local Meal Delivery Service
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    24 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Stairway Handrail Height (inches): 36 Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair Accessible

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Kristen S.

    Submitted Jan 7, 2026

    Stayed Dec 11, 2025

    Great stay! Gorgeous apartment!

  • John S.

    Submitted Nov 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 31, 2025

    Host was personally accessible during stay, responded quickly, and went the extra mile with wonderful touches left around the place.

  • Brianna T.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 4, 2025

    It was great to walk to our dinner location at Portside Seafood Restaurant! It was really good there!!! Everything was clean at the apartment. But it was extremely loud at night. Loud people, music and cars.

  • Leslie K.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    Beautiful property within walking distance of multiple restaurants. Came here for the half Ironman and it was great to be close to the venue. The church bell did ring several times through the night which didn wake me up. Will definitely stay here again!

  • Maria F.

    Submitted Apr 7, 2025

    Stayed Dec 11, 2024

    Had a wonderful stay. The apartment is gorgeous! Getting in was a little bit of a challenge - the key was hard to get out and it was dark and pouring rain. But once we got in everything else was great.

  • Lauren V.

    Submitted Feb 28, 2025

    Stayed Feb 15, 2025

    This was such a cozy, comfortable space for a girls weekend away. We loved the charm of the old building paired with thoughtful amenities.

  • Chris L.

    Submitted Feb 17, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    I surprised my husband by whisking him off for a Valentine's Day of fun at RAR brewery with two of our best friends from college - and then we walked down the street to stay at the beautiful Drinking Gourd. Such a lovely place. HUGE high ceilings and wonderful old doors, mixed with all the modern conveniences we needed for a night. Loved it.

  • Megan M.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2025

    Stayed Jan 2, 2025

    Our 3 night stay was absolutely perfect for our family of six! As a native of the area I was thrilled to be able to come back to my home town and stay right in the heart of downtown Cambridge. There are several restaurants and shops within walking distance and great views of downtown. The space was great, comfortable beds, and modern updates. Our host Jen was responsive and made sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely be back!

  • Susanne P.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 12, 2024

    Our grandparents are interned at the Old Trinity Church in Woolford. When our mother passed away we decided to lay her to rest there also. I looked for a place that the 5 of us would be comfortable. I was not disappointed. The condo was beautiful. We had all the creature comforts of home. Beds were comfortable, place was clean and parking was perfect. We will definitely use this place again.

  • Tracey W.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    The Drinking Gourd was clean, cozy and attractive. In spite of its central location, it was quiet. We would stay there again!

  • Zoa B.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    Third floor walk up that makes quite an impression when you open the door. Very high ceilings in an open concept living space which makes it feel so grand when in it. The massive doors have stunning brass fittings and trim which I have never seen before. The kitchen is spacious and well appointed. The beds comfy Towels fresh and soft. Massive windows add to the openness of the space. Everything is walking distance to the charming town center. Parking is included. We would definitely book again if the opportunity arises. This time we were in for a wedding and it was perfect for that

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$375+
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