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Walk to CMU | Hot Tub + Fire Pit | 5BR

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Our designer backyard features a cozy fire pit, sculptural lounge seating, and a private hot tub—all framed by twinkling cafe lights and lush greenery. It’s the perfect spot for quiet evenings and making memories.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a yellow armchair, black chairs, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A bedroom with a canopy bed, a television on a stand, and artwork on the walls.
A modern dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase of flowers, and a decorative sculpture on a cabinet.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a red door, and a window with a view of greenery.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Carnegie Mellon University
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Pittsburgh, PA
  • Place, Schenley Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carnegie Mellon University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Pittsburgh
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pittsburgh, PA (PIT-Pittsburgh Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

Common Spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Walk to CMU | Hot Tub + Fire Pit | 5BR

Stay close to Carnegie Mellon University, the University of Pittsburgh, Phipps Conservatory, Carnegie Museums, and Schenley Park. This private five-bedroom home combines original art, generous indoor and outdoor gathering space, and convenient access to Squirrel Hill, Oakland, and Shadyside.

Highlights:
• Private hot tub and backyard fire pit
• One king bed, three queen beds, and three single beds
• Crib and playpen available
• Two Peloton Tread treadmills
• Off-street parking for two cars and a Level 2 EV charger
• Fast fiber Wi-Fi, HEPA air purifiers, and a Vestaboard display
• Garage lounge, heated outdoor seating, and a backyard entertaining area

Walk or take a short ride to CMU and Pitt. Downtown Pittsburgh, the Strip District, Acrisure Stadium, PNC Park, PPG Paints Arena, and the convention center are within easy driving distance. Frequent bus service, rideshare, and nearby bike routes make it easy to explore the city.

The owners live next door and are available when needed while respecting your privacy. Outdoor security cameras are present for guest safety; there are no indoor cameras. An extra-guest fee applies after four guests. Minimum stays vary by date and are shown accurately in the booking calendar. Optional services may be available with advance notice.
Guests are expected to treat the house and its furnishings as if it were their own, and to be respectful of neighbors.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guests are expected to treat the house and its furnishings as if it were their own, and to be respectful of neighbors.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 808096vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Pittsburgh

Located in Squirrel Hill, a neighbourhood in Pittsburgh, this holiday home is near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Point State Park and Presque Isle State Park, while Carnegie Museum of Art and Carnegie Museum of Natural History are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at PPG Paints Arena, and consider making time for Kennywood, a top attraction not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Schenley Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carnegie Mellon University - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chatham University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Phipps Conservatory - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • University of Pittsburgh - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Wood Street Station - 7 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Station - 18 min drive
  • Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Phipps - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Millie's Coffee 'n' Creamery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Prima Espresso - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Exchange - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Underground - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to CMU | Hot Tub + Fire Pit | 5BR pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Walk to CMU | Hot Tub + Fire Pit | 5BR?

As of 17 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to CMU | Hot Tub + Fire Pit | 5BR on 16 Feb 2027 start from AU$1,468, 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 Walk to CMU | Hot Tub + Fire Pit | 5BR?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to CMU | Hot Tub + Fire Pit | 5BR?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to CMU | Hot Tub + Fire Pit | 5BR?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to CMU | Hot Tub + Fire Pit | 5BR located?

Located in Squirrel Hill, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Schenley Park, Carnegie Mellon University and University of Pittsburgh. Phipps Conservatory and Chatham University are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved my stay with friends and family! Lovely house and backyard
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very nice property, excellent value, friendly and well organized host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andi's place was a terrific location for a get together of 4 former college roommates. The location is great. We could walk to the Carnegie Art Museum and other attractions. The home itself is charming. Plenty of space, nice bedrooms and bathrooms. The kitchen provided coffee makers and a nice kettle for tea. The decor is unique and fun with lots of art. We enjoyed spending time in the comfy living room chatting and also using the hot tub. One of my friends specifically asked me to note she appreciated the fact the bathrooms came stocked with shampoo, body wash etc. The only thing to note is that the building is a duplex. Both sides are rented out. This means if one side is booked at the same time as you have booked the other side, you may need to reserve the hot tub. It was easy to do so and connecting with Andi and her co-host Olivia was easy too. Andi also provided some helpful recommendations for low key places to eat nearby. Off street parking was available which I appreciated although also shared with anyone on the other side of the duplex. If we ever return to Pittsburgh, I would definitely try to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2026
Thank you for such a thoughtful review! We loved hosting your college roommate reunion and are so glad you enjoyed the art, cozy gathering spaces, hot tub, and walkable neighborhood. It’s lovely to hear that the little touches, including the stocked bathrooms, helped everyone feel at home. Thank you also for explaining the shared amenities. The backyard, hot tub, and off-street parking are shared between our two guest homes, and we’re happy to coordinate hot tub reservations so each group can enjoy private time. Olivia and I are glad arranging yours was easy! We’d love to welcome you all back for another Pittsburgh reunion!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a perfect stay! We couldn’t have asked for a better host. Check-in was easy, the house equipped with all you need, and the location is great and walkable or a short uber or Lyft away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great stay for family of five

We enjoyed a fantastic long weekend here. Beautiful backyard, lovely home and plenty of parking were some highlights. Our host communicated well and really made our stay special. We loved the location too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool house and great for groups!

This property was perfect for our group! The artistic touches to every wall in every room make you feel like you’re at home. The host was so kind, communicative and reasonable in the house rules/check-in/checkout. We loved it and will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Great location!

Older home with lots of space! Would be really good for people with children.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pittsburgh Volleyball Tournament

We enjoyed our stay at this house. It is nicely located not far from downtown and the convention center. We walked to the botanical gardens and Carnegie Mellon is close by. The back area with a hot tub was much appreciated after a long day of volleyball. It was very clean and the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andi was an excellent host. She left personalized welcome messages for us in the house and checked in with us often to ensure we were having the best possible experience. The house is filled with Andi's artwork and other eclectic furnishings, which gives the place a very cool vibe. It's a perfect location for a campus visit to CMU. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Carnegie Mellon visit

What a perfect location - a short walk to campus. Very warm and welcoming home with plenty of space indoors and in the outdoor space for our family. Excellent communication with the very responsive and friendly owner!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location for our UPitt Graduation.

Andi was a great, accommodating host. The house had everything we needed and then some. It was equipped well with comforts in furnishings, appliances, layout, products, and safety. Every detail was covered for our time celebrating our UPitt Grad. We will def keep this home in mind for future visits to Pitt.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Pittsburgh Location

My wife and her brother and I really enjoyed staying in this house. I'm a Pittsburgh native who now lives in North Carolina and comes back regularly to visit my brother. This house is the best location for that (he lives just a few minutes away). But it's great in other ways as well. It's extremely comfortable, and the property manager is extremely responsive (she lives next door) We had my brother and his wife for dinner and also went to a Pirates game and to the Andy Warhol museum (which is marvelous). We only had three people in a house that could hold 12, but we loved our stay. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From start to finish everything went smoothly. Andi was wonderful!! Always responded quickly to my questions. The house is beautiful with the kitchen well stocked with appliances, spices, coffee makers, coffee grinder! All the bedrooms are in the 2nd and 3rd floors of the house - for a person with mobility issues it may be a problem. My father in law who is 90 did not have any problem going up the steps. We came for a family wedding at Phipps and this place was convenient. But there is a lot of construction in Pittsburgh so it took longer to move around in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

CMU visit and Steelers Game with Family

We are originally from Pittsburgh and wanted to do a family trip to visit my nephew from the Westcoast, who is attending CMU along with attending a Steelers game. I was looking for a location that could accommodate four adults and two teenagers comfortably and was close to CMU and Pittsburgh/Stadium. I found this lovely and charming place on Forbes Avenue that had four bedrooms with lots of baths with a great backyard for entertaining. There was a gas firepit for evening gatherings and eating smores. There is also a hot tub for use. We could walk to CMU for a campus visit, which was very convenient. The teenagers had the rooms for themselves on the third floor with privacy and we had rooms on the second floor. The first floor contained a spacious living room with fireplace and lots of eclectic art. There was a large dining room and kitchen. Downstairs were a washer and dryer for our use. The hosts were very responsive to our needs and were very welcoming. Overall, this home fit our needs very well and was terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first time staying at a VRBO in the area, and it was a great experience! The location was perfect for our family, and the kids absolutely loved the hot tub. The host was amazing and made sure we had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time

Andi was so helpful during our stay. The location was great and there was plenty of room with fun artwork and activities. Would def stay here again. Thank you, Andi!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home

We stayed for two weeks. It felt like home
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and Convenient

Very nice property in a central location. Good communication with the owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family gathering place

Family members met from a few different states to attend a wedding. Andi’s properties were the perfect gate thing spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house, great location!

Stayed here with several friends as part of a mini reunion, and it really became the centerpiece of the trip. We were able to gather and hang out comfortably, with easy access to CMU and Oakland. The house itself is awesome and much bigger that expected, with nice space separation for the guests. Andi is an excellent host and extremely personable. She was very proactive in making sure we were comfortable and set up for the weekend. This property would be top of the list for our next visit - highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious Home in Great Location

We were in Pittsburgh for a Steelers game. This property had everything we needed for our stay. Plenty of room for 8 adults, privacy and 2 separate outdoor spaces. The neighborhood was quiet with lots of walkers, joggers and runners out and about. The owner lives right next door and met us when we checked-in and checked with us throughout our stay. We loved our stay and would stay there again when our group is in town!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in Squirrel Hill

Wonderful time! Really well kept and perfect locale in Pittsburgh!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Had a great time, loved all the art work around the home. Plenty of space for a family reunion!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Interesting, artistically decorated home. Bedrooms very nicely separated for a lot of privacy. The kitchen is excellently equipped. The location is ideal. Near Carnegie Melon. Close to nice restaurants, museums, the zoo and botanical gardens. The owner is very accommodating. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location in Pittsburgh

This was a perfect location/ property for our large family for our trip to Pittsburgh. The house was really clean and the property manager was great to work with. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Andi Irwin

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Artist. Entrepreneur. Yogi.

Why they chose this property

This lovely home is cozy yet spacious with light, warmth and vintage charm. The amazing location is near everything and affords access to many attractions, some within walking distance, others a short Uber or bus ride away. Decorated with mid century antiques, original paintings and a fun and interesting selection of books and games. The mattresses are new and super comfortable.

What makes this property unique

You can keep it simple or indulge in added luxuries. We offer many amenities. At an additional cost we will provide onsite massage therapist, personal chef, concierge and daily housekeeping services. Enjoy championship golf and member privileges at River Forest Country Club, Enjoy a tour of the owner's artist studio next door.

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