Rare Luxury 3B/2.5B Single Family House near Harvard, Fenced Yard, Dogs OK

Cambridge, Massachusetts
$790 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay


We custom built this house ourselves, with every comfort we could imagine, and we invite you to enjoy this oasis within Cambridge. With 60+ windows, it is a free-standing single family, hidden from the street, with a completely fenced yard - perfect for letting your dogs roam free if they are traveling with you. The house has a deluxe gourmet kitchen with an indoor grill & griddle - for when you want a steak in the middle of winter or just pancakes.

The first floor has an over-sized gas fireplace for those cold wintry nights. (If you're staying over Christmas, feel free to get a Christmas Tree and hang stockings from the mantle.) The second floor has a bathroom with washer and dryer, access to an outdoor deck, two bedrooms each with queen size beds and a private office.

Our favorite part of the house - which often works as a family room because no one wants to leave it - is the third floor, which is dedicated entirely to a master suite. It has a 13 foot high ceiling with huge windows that wrap around the master. From the front right corner, you can see the downtown skyline and often a partial-view of the July 4th fireworks in the distance.

The window seat underneath the front windows is the perfect spot to read. Or you may choose the comfy chair under the (remote control) fireplace. The king size bed sits beneath 4 skylights (with remote control solar shades) so depending on the weather, you can lie back and watch the pitter-patter of rain, snowflakes falling, clouds passing, or at night, watch the stars. The thirteen foot high ceiling helps create a feeling of openness.

The house is Gold LEED certified with 10 inches of icynene insulation and top of the line Andersen windows, so it always feels cozy and quiet. The first floor fireplace can easily heat the entire home, but just in case, there's a second fireplace and three heating/cooling zones.

In the master, all windows have black-out shades/curtains so at night, it is pitch black if that's your preference. The master has a separate dressing room, and an amazing bathroom - double sink, laundry chute, 5 head shower with independent temperature control, steam shower, and a huge soaking tub.

The entire house has high speed wi-fi with signal boosters on each floor.

What makes the home magical to us is its location - within a few blocks, you have Harvard University (the College), MIT, Harvard Business School, Whole Foods, excellent chinese and indian restaurants, high end restaurants like Waypoint and Pammys, Central Square and the T. It is also a few blocks from the Charles River. No car is required, but if you need one, we are a straight shot to the mass turnpike which takes you straight into Boston and Logan Airport.

We allow pets - particularly dogs. We have a built in a number of dog-friendly features such as a completely fenced yard (so no dog walks required - just let them out), a 'dog window' so you know when they want to come in, and a 'dog cave' so they can sit in the kitchen but be out of the way if you wish to put pillows or a crate there.

Due to its location (Harvard, MIT, Boston) and amenities, we have hosted many VIPS - from movie stars to royalty to famous authors to famous politicians. All told, we love our home and invite you to enjoy it too.

NOTE: If you enjoyed this property and are looking for a nice summer getaway, we have a Main House (HA 4745951) and a Cottage (HA 4746520) available for summer rentals, also dog friendly, with fenced yard, and a short walk to the beach through a nature preserve.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    3 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Double-glazed Windows Recycling Unit Size: 1540 Sq Ft (143 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting Water-efficient Showers Only Water-efficient Toilets Only
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Not Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

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

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Computer Monitor Desk Desk Chair Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

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

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village Near A Hospital On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    5 Stairs To Reach Property 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 Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Holger P.

    Submitted May 24, 2026

    Stayed May 9, 2026

    Everything was fine

  • Tim D.

    Submitted May 16, 2026

    Stayed May 13, 2026

    Great location, accessible to everything. We enjoyed our stay.

  • Tracey W.

    Submitted May 1, 2026

    Stayed Apr 28, 2026

    Everything was as listed. Location was great. Communication was awesome and allowed us to check in a bit early. I would definitely stay here again.

  • Amrita C.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2025

    Stayed Oct 19, 2025

    Lovely house, as described on the website. Nice and airy and clean. Close to whole foods. Host was kind enough to let us leave our luggage for a few hours after check out. Appreciate it

  • Carole F.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    All excellent and as described. Clear communication. Great master bedroom. Very comfortable and private. Would definitely stay again if in the area.

  • Neil M.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2025

    Stayed Aug 31, 2025

    Great location, fantastic property! Entire family enjoyed the stay. Easy check in. Very walkable area. We really enjoyed our stay!

  • Marc S.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2025

    Stayed Aug 20, 2025

    We used the property as a resting place as we had a family surgery at B & W. It was an easy 15-20 drive depending on Boston traffic. Having the visitor parking permit was extremely helpful for going back and forth and not worrying about additional cost of parking.The house itself was perfect. Comfortable and clean, meticulously thought out and easy to navigate. Plenty of space, comfortable beds, clean bathrooms, AC(although the fireplace looks inviting for a fall/winter stay) The kitchen was fun to use and well equipped and the flow of the first floor was welcoming. Whoever gets the 3rd level master suite is in for real treat!The fenced in yard was perfect for our Lab!! We couldn’t be more happy with our stay and are thankful for our hosts for all their thoughtfulness in prepping a great property. It helped us relax while in Boston for a stressful event Thank you!

  • John M.

    Submitted Aug 6, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    It was perfect for our needs. Comfortable for family of 5. Great location! Not too far of a walk to Harvard Square, T station.

  • Seleste M.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    We really enjoyed staying at this beautiful home for our trip to Boston! We really appreciated the extra thought the hosts put into making guests feel at home. We loved having our dogs with us and they loved running around freely in the yard! If we are back in the area we will definitely be staying here! Also, you must check out Donut Villa Diner for amazing food and service! They were really accommodating with food allergies too!

  • Mindy M.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    Plenty of room to be together, comfortable but laid back, great kitchen, very pleasant! Thanks for a great week!

  • Shaffer Lee F.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    A beautifully remodeled home in the heart of Cambridge, easily walkable to a T stop and restaurants on Mass Ave, perfect for campus visits to MIT and Harvard.

  • Isabella T.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 22, 2025

    We stayed at this house for a music festival, and it was prime location to walk to the fest and back. The house itself is beautiful, and sits quietly at the end of the street. The bedrooms were the perfect size for all of us, and we all commented the bed was like a warm hug and how quickly we fell asleep. We wish we had more time to use the kitchen or play a board game. The house was fully furnished to entertain.

  • Mary F.

    Submitted May 17, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    We rented the property in May of 2025 to have a comfortable and convenient home base during our daughter’s college graduation. This home delivered. A space of elevated design sensibilities and great library. Clean and comfortable and packed with everything needed for an extended stay of events in Boston.Boston. We

  • Ian J.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2025

    Stayed Apr 9, 2025

    We stayed while visiting in the area. We walked to Harvard and MIT for tours. Several nice restaurants close by. Getting into central Boston was an easy drive. The house is nicely laid out, with everything you need. We will be back.

  • Sally B.

    Submitted Feb 11, 2025

    Stayed Jan 5, 2025

    House was great! Stayed for a little over a month due to construction at home and it felt like home at the end. Mike was very communicative and kind. A Host

  • Ann R.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2024

    Stayed Oct 5, 2024

    A wonderful property in a beautiful neighborhood. Excellent location for exploring the city and surrounding areas. Spotlessly clean and so comfortable. Met all our needs perfectly. Highly recommend! Would have loved to stay longer!

  • James S.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    We stay at VRBO Properties all the time. This is one of the best places around for the value. It is expensive to be sure, but given where you are in Cambridge, it is not overly expensive. More importantly, it is well worth the money. Home is extremely roomy. It has a fantastic kitchen, Very modern very well equipped Washer dryer Combo is modern And huge. Bedrooms are spacious, Specially, the master bedroom. The master bathroom is wonderful. We fit five adults easily in the place. Friends came over Before our wedding started. It was plenty of room for all. If I go back to Cambridge, Massachusetts I’m staying here

  • Aimee V.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    My brothers and I enjoyed our visit to Boston and stay in the Cambridge area! The house was comfortable for the 5 of us. We enjoyed spending time together at the house and greatly appreciated the location with easy access to the train, restaurants, bars and convenience stores.

  • Sandra H.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    Very nice, comfortable property, conveniently located for walking to shops and restaurants or to public transportation. Did have our own car and had no problen finding parking with the parking pass. would definitely book this property again.

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