"The Treehouse" : Elegant living near Harvard | Apartment in Cambridge
1 Bedroom Apartment in Observatory Hill, Cambridge
An elegant, contemporary, architect-designed, skylit, tree-top apartment, the Treehouse is conveniently located between Harvard Square & Fresh Pond, in the in the heart of quiet, green, Huron Village, with its galleries, boutiques, cafes, restaurants, used bookstore, galleries and teeny-tiny fire station, which kids love.
Food options include Formaggio (a take-out gourmet shop with wine tastings and a weekend outdoor barbecue), Hi-Rise Bakery, and several local restaurants. At Fresh Pond Mall, a 10-minute walk, are Starbucks, Trader Joe, Whole Foods, & TJMaxx, as well as sushi, Panera, Chipotle, and Greek specialties at Ma Magoo's.
We are between Tufts and Harvard, and the other universities are easily accessed by public transportation. Walk or bike to Harvard & Porter Squares, the Charles River, & the 2.5 mile Fresh Pond loop. Continue onto the Minuteman Bike Path, 11 miles long, through Arlington & Lexington to Bedford. Close to Route 2. For rainy days,
Two bus lines stop within 3 blocks. At Alewife T station (also walkable) are the commuter rail, and the GO bus to NYC. Easy access to Rts. 2 & 128. Near jogging paths, bike trails, playgrounds, & parks.
The space
This stylish, contemporary, architect-designed, skylit, tree-top apartment can sleep four: 2 in the queen bed, 1 on fold-out couch in the office and one on an additional fold-out foam mattress in the office or the living room alcove.
Gleaming light ash hardwood floors, built-in bookshelves & cubbies, dramatic dormers, European cable lighting, 14' ceilings. Contemporary compact kitchen; large bath with shower & tub, dimmable low-voltage lighting, & roomy storage. A charming mix of antiques & contemporary pieces. Fully furnished including linens & kitchenware. Air-conditioned, cable, "instant office" (wireless internet, a computer monitor) & bicycles. Laundry facilities are in the basement.
Outside, enjoy our large backyard with its 2 patios, double hammock, lounge chairs, firebowl, croquet lawn and wi-fi.
Easy on-street parking. (Visitor parking pass included. For longer-term guests, a garage parking space is available for $175/month extra.) Non-smoking, no pets.
Just bring your suitcases. A perfect writer's retreat.
Other things to note
(Please note: the discount applies to the base nightly rate, not to the additional guest or housecleaning charges and not to the special high-season periods -- college graduation weeks and Christmas/New Year's.)
"The Treehouse" : Elegant living near Harvard is located in Observatory Hill. "The Treehouse" : Elegant living near Harvard provides accommodation, featuring TV, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This Apartment features TV, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.
"The Treehouse" : Elegant living near Harvard has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 3 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Apartment because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Apartment, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Apartment has a friendly neighborhood, and the Observatory Hill has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Apartment in Observatory Hill, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Towels provided
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Shampoo
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1 bathroom
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Hair dryer
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Bathtub or shower
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Soap
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Toilet paper
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1 bedroom
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Living room
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Toaster
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Microwave
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Electric kettle
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Stovetop
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Blender
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Oven
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Spices
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Refrigerator
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Wheelchair accessible
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No elevator (single level property)
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Smoke-free property
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Bicycle on site
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Games
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Smart TV
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Recycling
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Composting
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Unit size: 1175 sq ft (109 sq m)
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English
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French
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Office
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Computer monitor
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Desk chair
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Desk
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Travel crib
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Children's games
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Iron/ironing board
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Limited housekeeping
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WiFi available
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Outdoor furniture
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Patio
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Barbecue grill
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Garden
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Firepit
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Fire extinguisher
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number c0121110491 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 this property uses solar energy
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