Stay in this sunny, spacious one-bedroom garden apartment near Harvard, HBS, MIT. Enjoy a fully-stocked large kitchen with gas range and granite countertops. Relax in the quiet bedroom or unwind on the private backyard patio by appointment.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 560 sq m
Popular amenities
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor Space
Parking available
The current price is ¥34,910
¥34,910
¥76,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Immaculate, sunny, spacious one-bedroom apartment with a fully-stocked large kitchen, free washer/dryer, and free on-street parking. Easy walk to Harvard, HBS, MIT. _ This is the only short-term rental I have, and it's in the same building where I live with my family. We mostly host through the listing service that has the word “air” in its name. On that site, we have 100% 5-star ratings – that’s more than 200 5-star ratings. _ The location is near the intersection of Kinnaird St. and Jay St. in Cambridge MA, so if you have questions about distances, use your mapping app to check the distance from that intersection. We are an 8-minute walk to the Red Line metro station at Central Square. _ My cancellation policy is as fair as can be: if you cancel, I will issue a refund for all nights that get booked by somebody else. Contact me after your dates have passed to see if someone else took the dates. (Don't bother to contact me sooner than that). If nobody else books your dates, there will be no refund, and there are no exceptions. _ DETAILS: This spacious, light-filled one-bedroom apartment accommodates four adults plus one infant. (Queen bed, queen sofabed, pack-n-play.) _ The kitchen is large, and stocked with silverware, plates, bowls, glasses, pots and pans. It has a gas range, and solid granite countertops. _ Parking is on the public street, but it's very easy to find a spot right in front of the house. You'll find the parking permit on the table when you arrive. The permit is for any car, even if you do not have local license plates. Be sure the permit is visible on the driver's side dashboard. _ The bedroom is private and very quiet. There is also a pack-n-play for babies. (This is a portable baby bed / playpen.) There is a full-length mirror on the back of the closet door, and there are two portable makeup mirrors. _ The living room has lots of light and a nice backyard view. There is a queen sleeper sofa. A standard queen mattress is 60" x 80", while this sofabed's mattress is 60" x 72". _ There is a $40 nightly charge for each guest beyond two. _ The bathroom is gorgeous, filled with light and style. _ You have your own large, high-quality front-loading washing machine and clothes dryer, which you can use at no additional cost. I provide detergent, and there's an iron and ironing board, too. _ You also have a wireless laserjet printer/scanner. But unless you let me know in advance that you need to use the printer, I cannot guarantee that the ink cartridge will work, since it is used rarely and the ink might dry out. _ In the living room, there is a 55" 4K TV (TCL Roku), connected to an Xfinity cable modem. We have absolutely no idea how it works and cannot provide technical support. Links to the user’s manual and quickstart guide are provided below. _ Check-in is after 4pm, and check-out is by 10am. Early check-in and late check-out are generally not possible, but feel free to leave your luggage in the basement bulkhead next to your entryway (careful on the stairs!). _ The backyard is not intended for guests but if you contact me in advance I can make an exception and reserve it for you. We use the backyard when you're not using it. It's full of flowers and is a lovely place to hang out. _ $100 charge if parking permit not returned. _ If you need to change your dates, please do so through the web site...there's no need to contact me, because I can't do anything -- you have to do it on the web site. (o: _ Guest access You will have a private entrance, and you will have the whole apartment to yourself. Access is by a computerized lock. Sabbath key available on request. _ OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: Please be sure your booking accurately reflects the number of guests. _ Park on the street using the permit we provide. Put it in front of the driver's seat, all the way to that side of the dashboard. You do not need local license plates. _ Quiet time is 9:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m. You will be staying in our family's home, and we will be right upstairs. The neighborhood is very quiet, except for birdsong. Please don't smoke in the house or make a ruckus. _ House Rules: _ 1. Please be sure your booking accurately reflects the number of guests. There is a charge of $40 for each guest above two. _ 2. No noisy parties, no smoking. We live right upstairs. _ 3. To avoid wasting fossil fuels, please be sure windows are closed when heating or air conditioning is in use. _ 4. No chairs or other furniture on lawn. Please don't damage any plants. _ 5. Don’t forget to log out of any services you log into on the smart TV. Truly, we cannot provide any technical support on the TV, but below you have the Quick Start guide and the full User's Manual.
Here is the Quick Start Guide for the TV: https://s3.amazonaws.com/helpjuice-static/helpjuice_production%2Fuploads%2Fupload%2Fimage%2F1%2Fdirect%2F1537338330998-QSGAB-R613-R617.pdf.
Here is the user’s manual for the TV: https://s3.amazonaws.com/helpjuice-static/helpjuice_production%2Fuploads%2Fupload%2Fimage%2F1%2Fdirect%2F1537337895401-6series_Roku_User_Guide_US-CA-8.1.pdf _
Welcome!
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free offsite parking
Street parking available
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Fan
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevator
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 650 square feet
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Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Please be sure your booking accurately reflects the number of guests.
Quiet time is 9:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m. We live right upstairs from the apartment. Please don't smoke and please don't make a ruckus.
Please close windows when heating or air conditioning is in use. Please don't damage any plants...no chairs or other furniture on the lawn.
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
Pets not 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property Registration Number C0104450491
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
MA, Cambridge
What's nearby
Harvard University - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Harvard Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Boston University - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Charles River Esplanade - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Union Square Station - 5 min drive
Central Square Station - 8 min walk
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Andala Coffee House - 5 min walk
Cantab Lounge - 6 min walk
Dumpling House - 5 min walk
730 Tavern, Kitchen & Patio - 7 min walk
Basta Pasta - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Quiet, private 1 bedroom garden apt near Harvard/MIT, sleeps 4 adults + 1 infant pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Quiet, private 1 bedroom garden apt near Harvard/MIT, sleeps 4 adults + 1 infant?
As of Nov 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet, private 1 bedroom garden apt near Harvard/MIT, sleeps 4 adults + 1 infant on Nov 30, 2025 start from ¥34,910, excluding 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.
How much is parking?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Quiet, private 1 bedroom garden apt near Harvard/MIT, sleeps 4 adults + 1 infant?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Quiet, private 1 bedroom garden apt near Harvard/MIT, sleeps 4 adults + 1 infant?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Quiet, private 1 bedroom garden apt near Harvard/MIT, sleeps 4 adults + 1 infant located?
This family-friendly Cambridge apartment building is located in Riverside, within 1 mi (2 km) of Charles River Esplanade, Harvard University, and Harvard Square. Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University are also within 2 mi (3 km). Central Square Station is 8 minutes by foot and Harvard Square Station is 15 minutes.
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