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Best House Cambridge/Somerville
spacious 1900's mansard Victorian. Bright cheerie & centrally located if you're looking for a pad in Cambridge/Somerville. A 10-12minute walk to Harvard Square & close to the Red Line. Great kitchen, living room & /cablewifi. Three bedrooms--one with a European Queen Bed, one double bed & one single. There is one full bathroom w/a large glass shower & a claw foot tub. There is a half bath on the first floor. There is a front porch to sit & sip wine on & a back deck where you can grill & eat out on. I've been living here 12 years--Its tastefully appointed, eclectic finds & a mid century modern touch--absolutely the best equipted kitchen. I've been a chef in Boston & Cambridge for quite some time!

Modern Studio - Davis/Porter/Harvard
Newly remodeled basement with one bed, one sofa bed, one bathroom & a kitchenette. Great location with walking distance to Davis and Porter Sq (5 min walk), Harvard square (25 min walk) few steps to Lesley uni& close to Tufts. The unit is located on a quiet street. Few steps to public transportations red line, commuter rail , ( Fitchburg line/North station) , close to a Bus stops (2 min), direct line to Park street/downtown Boston. Few steps to restaurants/ bars, theater, grocery store, & shops

Sunny, private, quiet, modern apt near Harvard/MIT
Modern one-bedroom apt near Harvard, MIT, Charles River (map to Western & Jay). Sleeps 2 couples plus an infant. The spacious bedroom has a very-comfortable queen bed. The queen sofabed in the living room is much more comfortable than most. There is a safe infant bed. Washing machine & dryer inside (no fee). Fully-stocked kitchen with dishwasher and gas range. Air conditioning. Rational cancellation policy: if it gets rented by someone else after you cancel, I'll issue a refund.

Newly Renovated & Oh-So-Convenient!
On the lower level of a beautiful Victorian home, this one-bedroom apartment is completely new construction with loads of amenities and a fun, modern vibe. Excellent location in trendy, quaint East Cambridge. Get anywhere fast! Short walks to MIT/Kendall Square/Biotech, the Museum of Science, the Charles River, and the red and green subway lines, which allow quick access to Harvard, MGH, and historic Boston. The neighborhood is full of life with restaurants and cafes, yet our street is serene.

Cambridge Retreat - Sunny 2BR - Close to Harvard
Beautiful two bedroom apartment on the first floor of a classic two-family home in West Cambridge. A corner lot in a quiet neighborhood, with a grassy yard on three sides and small city garden across the street. A block from Danehy Park, a five minute walk to Huron Village and Fresh Pond Reservation, a twenty minute walk to Porter Square, and a quick bus ride to Harvard Square. A perfect home base for college tours and working vacations. The owners, long time Airbnb travelers, live upstairs.

Stay Across from Harvard's Campus!
You can see the back of Widener Library in Harvard's Old Yard from the front door. Minutes away from the Harvard T-station with lots of shops, restaurants, and cafes, the apartment is a perfectly situated amongst the best of the in the Boston/Cambridge area. PLEASE take the time to read the entire description before proceeding with an inquiry or a booking request. Most of your questions will be answered below and you will need to RESPOND WITH THE CODE WORD in order to book. Thanks ;-)

Luxury 1BR APT w/ parking by MIT/Harvard/BU/Fenway
Stunning private one bedroom apartment! Newly renovated, luxury retreat, with free off-street parking, queen sized memory foam bed, 55'' TV with free cable & WIFI, heated flooring, A/C, keyless entry for self-checkin. Also includes your own full, modern kitchen with new, high-end appliances. Next to MIT, Harvard, BU, Kendall Sq, Boston, Fenway Park, Red & Green lines, Charles River, Flour Bakery, Whole Foods & Trader Joe's. This garden-level unit is immaculate and professionally cleaned.

Bright Convenient Apt Harvard / MIT
This 600 sf apt with roof deck on the third floor of an old Victorian home is bright and airy. Surrounded trees it does become a sanctuary, a place to call "home". Centrally located and within walking distance to MIT, Novartis, Harvard. It is within minutes walk to the Central Sq subway, station. The apartment is efficiently laid out with a loft feel. It has a bedroom with king size bed, bath, kitchen, and living area with a ligne roset pullout couch/bed, plus a 230 feet deck.

Harvard/MIT/BU Riverside Studio w/parking
Discover historic charm in our 1880s studio that opens up to a beautiful backyard and patio. Right in the heart of Harvard University, just steps from student dorms Mather house & Dunster House, and key attractions like the Charles River and eclectic shops. Walking distance to HBS, HLS, MIT, Harvard Sq, Central Sq. Easy access to the rest of Boston via Red Line, car, or bike - this is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the essence of Harvard, Cambridge, and Boston.

Beautiful West Cambridge Apartment
Welcome to our beautiful West Cambridge apartment. The apartment features an updated kitchen and bathroom and has plenty of space for a family or friends. We love our neighborhood and are walking distance to bakeries, restaurants and parks. We are a half hour walk from Harvard Square, Davis Square and Porter Square. For transportation, there is a bus stop a block away from the house. There is plenty of street parking if you have a car (parking pass available on request).

Spacious 2 bedrooms Apt -Roof deck NO Cleaning fee
A brand new spacious 3rd floor apartment over 1,000 sq ft centrally locate, near 2 subway stations/bus line, 4 grocery stores within 10 mins walk. The apt has a big kitchen, roof top deck and a huge yard. All brand new furnitures from Crate & Barrel, Pottery Barn and West Elm. Bed sheet sets from Crate & Barrel. NO Cleaning fee. We offer a great atmosphere, high quality amenities and cleanliness are utmost importance. Please read the reviews from prior guests.

Renovated 1-Bed w/ private deck
Newly-renovated, modern apartment located directly above Remnant Brewing Satellite, in the vibrant and culturally diverse neighborhood of Wellington-Harrington. The location is perfect for someone who wants quick access to: Inman Square, East Cambridge, Harvard Square, Kendall Square, Union Square, Central Square, Davis Square, Charlestown, and Downtown Boston. Easy access to Fenway, TD Bank North, theaters, venues, and the hospitals.
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near Harvard University
Apartment rentals with wifi

A Cozy 3BR Home Close To Train + Boston & Parking

#1A Harvard MIT Central location! in unit W/D

Luxury 3BR near Harvard/MIT w/ King Bed+Parking!

Full 1800 Sq Feet Condo Steps from Hip Davis Sq.

Harvard / Porter Square Apartment, 2brm + sofabed

Spacious, cozy home near Boston!

Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square

Sunny Somerville Apartment
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Spacious & Pet-Friendly Modern Home in Charlestown

Free parking in Cambridge-no fees, no garages.

Stunning urban hideaway nearby Harvard Square

Cambridge, Prentiss House - Queen Suite | Rm 05

The Nest | A peaceful retreat in the city

1000sf 2 Bed Condo Near Tufts, Harvard & Train

Studio. Steps to Kendall/MIT, Green Line & MGH

City Oasis |Yard |Walk To Harvard MIT Train
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Mid-Cambridge Comfort!

Picture-perfect Cambridge guest apartment, parking

Lovely, large 3 room apartment

Wonderful Cambridge Apt. for Short and Long Stays!

Harvard /MIT 2 Bedroom apartment

1 Br with Parking Perfect Location (Harvard/MIT)

Harvard Square Home in Heart of Cambridge!

2Bed Apt w/Park Near Harvard,MIT&BU
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Venn | Harvard Square | Fantastic Studio

1 bed apart KING Bd Harvard Square Red Line & MIT!

Smack In Harvard Campus-Easy to MIT

3BR3Bth Penthouse 2 Parking Spaces/TD/MIT/Harvard

Cozy 2BR near Harvard & MIT

Best Location at Harvard University! Free Parking!

The Secret Garden Boston

Brand New Luxury Condo w/ Rooftop Near T, Boston
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180 of Harvard University holiday rentals include wifi access

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4.8 Average rating
Harvard University stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Destinations to explore
- Hampton Beach
- Fenway Park
- TD Garden
- Boston Common
- Brown University
- Revere Beach
- Northeastern University
- Boston Seaport
- Boston University
- Freedom Trail
- New England Aquarium
- MIT Museum
- Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
- Gillette Stadium
- Duxbury Beach
- Canobie Lake Park
- Crane Beach
- Quincy Market
- Museum of Fine Arts
- North Hampton Beach
- Onset Beach
- Roxbury Crossing Station
- Prudential Center
- Roger Williams Park Zoo




