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Stylish Historic Retreat Near Downtown Pittsburgh!

Vacation home near Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Exterior
Dining

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41764 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Pittsburgh, PA
  • Place, Carnegie Museum of Natural History
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Carnegie Mellon University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Pittsburgh
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pittsburgh, PA (PIT-Pittsburgh Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Pittsburgh

Shadyside stay.A stay at this Shadyside vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Carnegie Mellon University and 2 miles (3 km) of University of Pittsburgh. Heinz Memorial Chapel and Carnegie Museum of Natural History are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Carnegie Museum of Natural History - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carnegie Mellon University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Pittsburgh - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Walnut Street - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Butterjoint - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shibam Coffee Co. - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Union Grill - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stylish Historic Retreat Near Downtown Pittsburgh!

Experience the best of Pittsburgh from the comfort & convenience of this private historic retreat! Perfectly situated near downtown just a short walk to Carnegie Museum of Natural History, take a ride on the famous Duquesne Incline, enjoy over 50 craft breweries, or explore world-class museums simply a short drive away! Visit Point State Park, Phipps Botanical Gardens, Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburg Zoo & more! The perfect spot for family & friends, you will love this private getaway in Pittsburgh!

This gorgeous townhome was built 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 two-bedroom home features an open floor plan with a full kitchen, dining area, dedicated workspace, 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 the 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.

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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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,764 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Stylish Historic Retreat Near Downtown Pittsburgh! to the airport?

This vacation home is 21.7 mi (36-min drive) away from the Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Stylish Historic Retreat Near Downtown Pittsburgh! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Stylish Historic Retreat Near Downtown Pittsburgh! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Stylish Historic Retreat Near Downtown Pittsburgh!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Rivers Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Stylish Historic Retreat Near Downtown Pittsburgh!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Stylish Historic Retreat Near Downtown Pittsburgh!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Stylish Historic Retreat Near Downtown Pittsburgh! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Stylish Historic Retreat Near Downtown Pittsburgh! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Stylish Historic Retreat Near Downtown Pittsburgh! to downtown Pittsburgh?

This vacation home is 2.7 mi away from Pittsburgh.

Stylish Historic Retreat Near Downtown Pittsburgh! Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mo R.

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

Great location near Pitt and CMU

We had a nice stay and enjoyed being able to walk to the Pitt and CMU areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the main level living space and decorations are unique and gave the home so much charm. It's an older home, so the floors are pretty squeaky, but we didn't mind too much. Comfy beds, great light blocking shades and A/C worked great. We have booked this home again for our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott m.

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

Wonderful Shadyside Retreat

The home is an authentic 100 year old townhome on a quiet private drive. For those that want walkability, this is a great location. Can get to Shadyside, Carnegie-Mellon/Schenley Park and North Oakland in under 20 minute walks. The classic architecture of the homes in the neighborhood made the walking journey as fulfilling as the destinations. Great neighborhood restaurants with my fill of Primanti's, perogies, and pizza!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lois S.

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

Short stay in Pittsburgh

Had a great stay, house clean very nice a little weird all closets locked and one door covered with black sheet and drawings on them. always concerned if we would have an parking spot out front or close by, beds very hard. But it was a good location . Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Leah A.

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

Good location for Carnegie Museums

Let me preface this by saying I know the house is old. The floors were SO creaky. The AC was struggling the whole time. The kitchen and bathrooms were updated with modern touches. Wish there were some USB charging outlets or options like that for the bedrooms. There were a lot of owners’ items with signage to leave alone, which is totally okay, but does feel less welcoming. The garbage and recycling was a debacle (we stayed over the garbage/recycling pick up time) and the cans along the whole street were emptied by someone, we didn’t see any other bags out even though we bagged as instructed, so you might want to update those instructions? Otherwise the stay was pleasant!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Edward L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

NO A/C, No reimbursement yet.

We arrive late in evening, and it was 84 degrees in the house. The A/C T-stat showed A/C running. I contacted the property management, and they were going to send a tech out in the AM. That didn't happen, so, we booked a hotel room for the second night. Management contacted me the next day to say that we couldn't stay there for the last three nights. I am still waiting for reimbursement. Communication has been good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Caroline C.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025