Gorgeous 4+ br 3.5 ba Harvard mansion: Cambridge Cosmopolitan
The Cambridge Cosmopolitan is the original wing of a Victorian mansion, beautifully blending historic elegance & modern convenience. Ideally located on a charming side street centrally located for all of Cambridge's attractions. Luxurious living spaces, king suite, queen suite, king room, twin room, study / den with daybed & trundle, and 3.5 bathrooms. Parking available on request.
5 blocks to Harvard, 1 block to Mass Ave. Near red line T (Porter), restaurants, cafes, shops, & Harvard Yard, ~20 minute walk to river. Easy access to all of Cambridge, Boston, and beyond, with superb transportation options.
The space: This home has been recently renovated to ensure convenience and comfort: huge kitchen with induction stove, quartz counters, high end cookware, breakfast bay, and multiple coffee / tea options. All bedrooms have blackout shades, desks and chairs. Bathrooms have luxurious Turkish peshtemal towels; en suite bathrooms have rain showers. High ceilings on the first and second floor bring historic grandeur to the bedroom suites, dining room, living room, and kitchen.
1st floor: living rooms Hogwarts-worthy entry hall; large, well-equipped kitchen with a bay window, breakfast table, induction stove, Nespresso, Keurig, French press, and grind and brew coffee maker; elegant living room with 55" smart tv; dining room with table seating 10; and a powder room.
2nd floor: two bedroom suites PRIMARY: palatial king suite with a library bay; adjoining den/study with desk, 55" smart tv, daybed and trundle; and full en suite bathroom EAST "butterfly": gracious queen suite with a walk in closet with stained glass window, whimsical desk, and full en suite bathroom
3rd floor: two spacious bedrooms form a third suite sharing a large (shower, no tub) bathroom SOUTH: stately king bedroom with a desk and dressing room NORTH: charming twin bedroom (two single beds) with a desk
Perfect location: Short walk to Harvard Yard, Lesley, Porter, Harvard Square; convenient for the Charles River, Kendall Square, MIT, Davis Square, Tufts, Boston hospitals, downtown Boston and more. Superb transportation access: red line T subway, commuter rail (Fitchburg / North Station), bus (77, 96, 83, 87), blue bikes, ZipCar, Mass Ave, usually very short waits for rideshares (Lyft, Uber).
Guest access Welcome to our home! As required by Cambridge laws, your hosts live in the property and may be at home in the adjacent wing. The wings are self-contained, have separate entrances and are thoughtfully oriented to provide peace and privacy, giving a single family feel.
The Cambridge Cosmopolitan is on the first, second, and third floor of the original wing of this Victorian mansion. The basement is part of your hosts’ space: guest basement access is limited to emergency egress and use of guest laundry facilities on prior request. We encourage guests to enjoy car-free Cambridge life. If you do need to drive, parking is available - please request parking in.advance of your stay. Please do not park in or block the main driveway. This property has a professionally monitored alarm system. The property has a video doorbell and there are exterior security cameras and motion-activated lights around the property and in the basement. For added security when empty there is a plainly visible camera in the entry hall (views front door): this is disarmed between guest check in and check out time. No cameras view any private spaces such as bedrooms or bathrooms. Note: This is a SMOKE-FREE property - absolutely no smoking allowed
Accessibility, age, allergies: This historic property has steep stairs, high ceilings, an open stairwell, upper floor windows overlooking lower roofs, and is not childproof. It is not ideal for people with limited mobility nor suitable for risk takers, and is best for sensible people over 8 years old. We aim to provide an allergy-friendly home; due to our own health concerns we allow absolutely no smoking anywhere on the property or surrounding grounds and cannot accommodate animals.
House rules: Please ensure that you review our house rules. For insurance reasons you will be required to sign these before your arrival, and to provide the names of all adult guests as well as the ages of any children who will staying. Do not tamper with or attempt to disable the alarm or security system. This is a SMOKE FREE PROPERTY - absolutely no smoking is allowed No commercial use, filming, parties, or events are permitted at this property.
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Absolutely no smoking, vaping, fires, animals, or other airborne allergens due to host health concerns.
No parties, events, filming, commercial use.
Full names of all adult guests and ages of any children must be provided. Prior to check in full house rules must be signed by all adult guests.
No undisclosed guests/visitors or animals; non-guest visitors require advance written permission from host.
Quiet hours from 9 pm - 8 am.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0360750491
Frequently asked questions
Is Gorgeous 4+ br 3.5 ba Harvard mansion: Cambridge Cosmopolitan pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Gorgeous 4+ br 3.5 ba Harvard mansion: Cambridge Cosmopolitan?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gorgeous 4+ br 3.5 ba Harvard mansion: Cambridge Cosmopolitan on 20 July 2026 start from AU$2,597, 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.
How much is parking at Gorgeous 4+ br 3.5 ba Harvard mansion: Cambridge Cosmopolitan?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gorgeous 4+ br 3.5 ba Harvard mansion: Cambridge Cosmopolitan?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gorgeous 4+ br 3.5 ba Harvard mansion: Cambridge Cosmopolitan?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gorgeous 4+ br 3.5 ba Harvard mansion: Cambridge Cosmopolitan located?
This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Massachusetts Hall, Harvard University and Harvard Square. Massachusetts Institute of Technology is 2 mi (3.2 km) away. Porter Square Station is 7 minutes by foot and Harvard Square Station is 17 minutes.
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Perfect property for 3 generations of our family celebrating a graduation. Ideal location and very comfortable home. Thank you for making our time special.
We were n Boston to celebrate my 80th birthday and this was such a lovely place for the family to convene—very comfortable and well appointed. The stairs were a bit tough for 80 yo knees but nothing to be done about that. Host could not have been more accommodating and helped my daughter surprise me with flowers, wine, and cheese upon our arrival.
We had a wonderful experience in this home. The hosts were very communicative and helpful. Our group was attending a conference at Harvard and were able to stroll through the gorgeous historic neighborhood on our walk to campus. Located in a quiet part of Cambridge and within walking distance of Harvard, great restaurants, as well as the subway line. The home itself is beautiful and spacious. I’d give more than five stars if I could!
Our family traveled to Boston to see fall foliage. This property made our trip even better. The property is as described in the listing. Vera is so helpful and we had everything we needed at the beautiful mansion for a family of 8. The kitchen is more than adequately stocked than most rentals and had both Keurig and French press for coffee. The main floor half bath was great too. We appreciated the extras in the bathrooms as well. It was surprisingly quiet at night for being within walking distance of town. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely go back. Thank you Vera for your lovely hospitality. ❤️
Letty k.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2023
Thank you Letty - it was a pleasure to host you and your family, and we hope you will visit again.
My brother and I brought our families (4 adults, 3 teens and a tween) to Cambridge to celebrate Thanksgiving and we stayed 5 nights at the Cosmo residence. The residence was charming, comfortable and clean, as well as being well-provisioned and in full working order. The kitchen and dining room allowed for a perfect Thanksgiving celebration and the wi-fi and cable pacified the children.
The locale (walking distance from Harvard and the Charles) was ideal for accessing both public transportation, as well as the main highways.
Vera, our cordial host, was very attentive and responsive to our needs.
If you are looking for a high-end residence and location with abundant local appeal, then the Cosmo is for you. We would definitely stay there again if our travels take us back to Boston.
Robert W.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
About the host
Hosted by V
Originally from a place long ago and far away, I've lived and worked on three continents and have been based in Cambridge MA for 20 years. Like many in Cambridge our family is a blend of entrepreneurs and academics.
What makes this property unique
This one of a kind home offers the best of Cambridge old and new. Gorgeous historic architecture combined with luxurious furnishings and all the modern conveniences (induction stove, wifi, lots of bathrooms) makes for a unique luxury stay in the heart of Cambridge.
Ideally located: set on a beautiful side street yet incredibly convenient for dining out, shopping, transportation, Harvard University, as well as Lesley, MIT, Tufts, the hospitals, and all that Boston has to offer.