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Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks

Apartment near Harvard University in Cambridge

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2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Parking
Private kitchen
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Cambridge, MA
  • Place, Mount Auburn Hospital
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

West Cambridge stay.A stay at this West Cambridge apartment places you within half a mile (1 km) of Harvard University and 2 miles (3 km) of Harvard Square. Boston University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mount Auburn Hospital - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Boston Calling Music Festival - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Harvard University - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mount Auburn Cemetery - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Harvard Square - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Belmont Waverley Station - 6 min drive
  • Harvard Square Station - 15 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's Kitchen - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Henrietta's Table - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Flour Bakery + Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Luxor Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kismet - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks

Welcome to this charming apartment in Cambridge. This awesome rental features 2 adorable bedrooms with queen beds, living room with a queen air mattress as well. a cozy bathroom with a bathtub, and convenient amenities like WiFi and AC. Guests can kickback, relax, and enjoy everything Cambridge and our apartment has to offer.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

Policies

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number C0252930491

Frequently asked questions

How close is Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks to the airport?

This apartment is 9.1 mi (28-min drive) away from the Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks ?

As of Mar 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks on Mar 30, 2026 start from $251, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks to the beach?

This apartment is 13.5 mi (32-min drive) from Revere Beach.

Does Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks ?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Encore Boston Harbor (11-min drive) is nearby.

Is there free parking at Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks ?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks to downtown Cambridge?

This apartment is 1.2 mi away from Cambridge.

Great Apartment on River/ Harvard Square two blocks Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 31 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Harry v.

The host did not give us the key or passcode. We didn’t get an email with instructions by the time we landed in Boston. I started texting from the Uber and tried calling when we got to the house. It was too cold to wait for too long. We had to book and stay in a hotel instead. Very disappointing. Corporate VRBO gave me our money back but nothing additional for the uber or the inconvenience of trying to sort out the mess. I was on the phone with them for 30 minutes while they were trying to locate the host and help me with the situation, which I would have preferred to spend at the event with my daughter that I came to Boston for.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

theresa t.

Disliked: Cleanliness
So NOT stay here! The place is disgusting. The floors are uneven, peeling paint, broken furniture, etc. Had a tile in the ceiling of the bathroom fall and hit me on the head. Renters response was “Thanks, I’ll let the cleaner know! Didn’t stay, rented a hotel room…
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara N., Morgantown

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is amazing and Mike was very helpful and responsive!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bob E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit went well. We arrived before the cleaning person. But, the cleaning person resolved any issues. Nice location and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kristy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for Head of the Charles Regatta!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aundrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as expected. Mike was easy to communicate with. Location is just a few blocks from the T so easy to get anywhere from here. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was close to Harvard & downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location with a 10 minute walk to Harvard. Views of river. Back rooms nice and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay here. It is an older building but it was clean and comfy. It was close to Harvard, across the from the Charles River. The stairs were a bit narrow to get to it in the 2nd floor. Mike was very responsive when we asked for extra towels. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

millie p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay in Cambridge

Everything was great! We had a really fun stay and the place was perfect for what we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall it is what it is. Reasonable 2 br apartment in Cambridge convenient to transportation. If you are coming to the area to experience the town it is a safe and quiet place to stay. The place itself was clean but its an older home that could use some work. We slept comfortably, made food and were able to relax when not sightseeing. Would use again if in the area.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Apartment was exactly as described. It was clean and cozy. A bit outdated but only stayed 1 night so it was fine. Owner was so extremely helpful in our travels! The road right at the house had been shut down the day of our arrival which made it a little difficult to navigate to but he stayed on the phone with us and talked us through our route! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Love D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location in Cambridge

Other reviews on this location were spot on. It's an old building and there is definitely some upkeep needed. The kitchen is missing quite a few things. For instance, there was one bowl. We made it work, but there should be more going on in a VRBO kitchen. The location is FANTASTIC! This was our first visit to Boston and felt like we were able to get anywhere we wanted in a short amount of time. I had heard about traffic nightmares in Boston, but that just wasn't the case while we were there. We were pleasantly surprised to see that they close down Memorial Drive on Sundays (in the summer) to traffic allowing people to run, walk, ride bikes, rollerblade, etc on this four lane road for a little over a mile. I had my bike with me and took advantage of this. On one occasion, we needed to reach out to Mike. Upon check in, we noticed that towels were provided, but no washcloths. By that evening, we had a bunch of BRAND NEW washcloths and hand towels. That was an impressive response!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Great Stay

We we were in town for the Red Sox series and had a great stay at Mike’s place. We highly recommend this place for anyone staying in Boston/ Cambridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get place!

Overall our stay was excellent. It was priced fairly and the location was amazing! Close to Harvard Square and off street parking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David D.

Good for an overnight

The place is “old Cambridge” all the way. It’s tired and old (reminded me of 50-60 year old renovations I did in area 25 years ago!)Anyway it was clean and the kids were happy the WiFi worked.Need a coat of paint
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

christy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was a nice place. Just wish there was blackout curtains on the windows.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, everything we needed for Boston Calling!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

SUCH a Solid Pre Boston Marathon Stay

Mike is a great host and the property was perfect!! The check in and check out was so slick and Mike was so patient and kind with all of my questions. Would highly recommend this listing. It’s a little outdated but very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Karri H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location!

All of the basic needs. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Was just what we were looking for

Older property. Has CD seen some miles, but very clean! Was exactly what we were looking for. Host was very responsive to questions, and looking forward to booking it next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024