Charming Harvard Victorian

Disappointing experience in poorly maintained Victorian building near Harvard Square. Positive: The location was good. A mile's walk from Harvard Square as expected. The bus stopped just outside the property. It was nice to have a deck as we had good weather, though it was not in great shape. Some of the beds were quite comfortable. And the host was responsive when I texted. Negative: First of all, there are not 5 bedrooms. There are only 4. And there are not 2 bathrooms. There are 1.5 bathrooms which means only one shower in the place. We were six women traveling to visit Boston. We would not have booked had we understood either of those facts. The building is pretty neglected, in much need of maintenance. And the rental is not the entire house, it is just an apartment. Both front doors to the building stick when being opened and closed and, upon entrance, there is an immediate circular stairway leading to the second (living) floor. The staircase continues to the third (2 bedroom, half bath) floor so beware of large suitcases, charming though the staircase is. Also be aware (although this is hopefully on the must-fix list) that the door from the kitchen to the deck does not lock. We rigged an "alarm" of clanging metal measuring cups hung from the door handle, just in case.

Overall, Great place to stay with family in a beautiful location. Positive: Great location! Loved sitting on the deck outside. Nice that everyone had a room to themselves Negative: Difficult with only one shower. Street noise was a little noisy. Bathroom sink was a little run down in the downstairs bathroom.

Amazing location and historic house Positive: Amazing location. Blue bikes and number 75 bus into Harvard literally outside front door. House has so much character. Yes it has a few issues but what old house like it doesn’t

Très satisfaisant Positive: Emplacement super! Propreté et organisation des lieux. Tranquillité. Negative: Nous avons dû acheter choses de base comme papier de toilette et savon à vaisselle

We had a great time at the property. The host gave us everything we needed and the kids loved the spiral staircase. We loved the history of the house and you cannot beat the location. We would stay here again!