4 Best Vrbo Vacation Rentals In Cambridge, Massachusetts - Updated 2024

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For whatever reason you are planning to visit Cambridge, you are in for some unique sights and adventure. This region was not known as a city, until in 1951 when its status was upgraded regardless of its landmass, due to its historical significance and the world-renowned institute. While in this city, you shouldn’t miss exploring some exciting locations including the King’s College chapel, the iconic University of Cambridge, the Botanic Gardens and more. Cambridge also presents you with a plethora of accommodations to stay, from historic to modern dwellings, both expensive and moderately priced. Explore these best Vrbo accommodations in Cambridge, Massachusetts to compliment your visit to this fantastic location.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.

1. Spacious and stylish accommodation (from USD 305)

Settle in this airy and spacious two-bedroom apartment with two tastefully designed bedrooms nestled at opposite ends of the home with a charming living area in between. Prepare your favorite dish in the fully-equipped kitchen and enjoy it either in the dining area or outdoors in the lovely shared garden lounge. The home also features convenient amenities such as a smart TV, WiFi, hot water, heating, and cooling facilities.

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2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Harvard Square
66 reviews   Wifi Available
condo 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy :

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
There is only air conditioning in the bedrooms
the kitchen has everything one could want and the bathroom more than functional
and it was a reasonable price for a two bedroom apartment in the middle of the city
There was plenty of space in the apartment for our family of three
We had a total of 13 other people in town; staying at four other places combined
Cleanliness:
Clean beautifully decorated and exactly what we needed
When we discovered there wasn't enough space to plug in both end-table lamps and our CPAPs
The owner of the apartment was very helpful and full of recommendations for activities and restaurants all over Boston most of which were inside the Cambridge neighborhood Everything in the apart...
Very clean well located and easy to deal with the owner
The home was as pictured
Host:
Nina is a wonderful hostess quick to respond to questions and sincerely wanting her guests to have an enjoyable visit
Nina was very responsive to any and all requests
The owner Nina is responsive and helpful especially so as she lives just upstairs
she has added some nice touches such as books and music Seeing as we had some down time being able to sit read and relax was welcome
the property owner was fantastic
Location:
There are fun restaurants within walking distance plus the location is close to the north end for even more restaurants and sightseeing
This makes it easy to get to various parts of the city by public transit
although there are a number of restaurants within walking distance
Lechmere T (green line) is about a 10min walk while Kendall T (red line) is about 15mins away
Subway transportation is within an easy walk
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2. Lovely studio (from USD 115)

This charming studio is an ideal spot for a family of four members, comprising of private access, modern amenities and a sizable private deck for relaxation. The room is sizable and features sliding pocket doors which can be used to convert the studio into a living room and a bedroom. The living room section contains a couch that can be converted to a queen size bed while the bedroom also has a queen size bed for your convenience. This abode also boasts of cooling and heating facilities, laundry amenities, a bathroom with shower and high-speed WiFi for a comfortable stay.

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Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
2.19 km (1.4 mi) from Harvard Square
Apartment 4 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Wi-fi worked great
The apartment wasn't as well equipped as most HomeAway apartments that I have stayed in but it does have all of the basics
If you have hair on your head you may need two towels You have to walk up a bunch of stairs to get to your door from the outside deck; the motion sensor comes on every time any of the other downs...
and we needed to warm up the condo
I was attending a conference and needed a place to stay in Cambridge at a reasonable price for 4 nights
Cleanliness:
Apartment was clean warm and inviting
It was comfortable clean and conveniently located
Bathroom had a distinct smell and sheets and pillows had stains on them
Location was great Apartment was not as clean as I would have expected
Host:
Host nice on phone son @ property
etc Also had soap shampoo
Victor's detailed instructions about everything were very helpful
Only one towel per person
Place was nice Deck was great
Location:
Harvard square is only 20 min to walk in the pretty and safe neighbourhood
Busses ran regularly at three minutes walking distance but I enjoyed walking to downtown Cambridge by foot which took about in 30 minutes
Enjoyed the area with walking distance to shops and restaurants- very nice neighborhoods and walking trails nearby
We ate out and cooked in Easy walk to the Charles River and fresh lake
Really enjoyed staying here when visiting my daughter in Cambridge
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3. Large contemporary abode (from USD 149)

Enjoy an extended stay on a relatively moderate price in this modern one-bedroom apartment, sizable enough to accommodate seven people. The interior is tastefully decorated and features a kitchen with essential cooking appliances and an oversized bedroom with a convertible trundle bed couch, a queen size bed and a new Swedish cot which can accommodate one person. Relax in the living space that can be converted into separate sections with the available folding screen or kick back on the hammock in the shared back yard. The accommodation also boasts of a laundry and ironing facility for use.

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2.14 km (1.4 mi) from Harvard Square
17 reviews   Wifi Available
Apartment 5 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 30
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The kitchen and eating area is pretty small
The sleeping room is comfy and adequate but for four of us
as it is a basement room it smells like a dusty basement
It was cold outside but very toasty inside
(the ceiling is a little low
Cleanliness:
The room was spacious and relatively clean
Host:
Victor was also very accommodating and gave us recommendations for restaurants around the Cambridge area as well
Victor was very kind and helpful Accommodations were good and suited our needs
They provided helpful information abut nagivating the public transit system and about places to eat
Apartment is a converted basement so very low ceilings and very humid
My wife and I are both 5' 9" and hit our heads several times
Location:
The house is located a few minute walk from the Fresh Pond where you could run
Three words about this place: location location location
There's a great lake (Fresh Pond) just 1/2 block North which has an awesome 3-mile walking/running trail
We were interested in the downtown Boston area
Easy to get to Cambridge and Boston by bike or car or uber nice area conveniently close parks and bike pathways and grocery stores
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4. Charming apartment

Experience a tranquil getaway in this stylish two-bedroom apartment sitting on a peaceful Cambridge street between Harvard and MIT. The condo is tastefully remodeled featuring a comfortable living room with a smart TV and dining area, a master bedroom with a queen size bed, a second bedroom with two twin beds and a half and full bathroom to ensure your convenience. This apartment is nestled near bustling destinations including a spin studio, yoga studios, restaurants and Charles River for you to explore and have a great time.

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828 meters (0.6 ft) from Harvard Square
77 reviews   Wifi Available
Apartment 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
There are no dressers and the under-bed storage was filled with pillows and linens
The home is really fresh and clean and has enough dishes and cooking utensils etc to stay for an extended time and be very comfortable cooking meals
The apartment is very well equipped
The property was spotless and the kitchen well stocked
The parking permit helped a lot since it is difficult to find parking in Cambridge
Cleanliness:
The apartment is very nice and clean and has everything needed
The apartment was clean and comfortable
The apartment was everything advertised and MORE Hope to return
Host:
The owner is extremely responsive to answer any questions A great find in Cambridge
The owner is very responsive to questions and concerns
We had been a bit worried about finding parking
The owner Leigh was incredibly responsive and very easy to correspond with Especially when our travel plans got very messed up with a canceled flight into Boston
she was very accommodating and helpful Besides that travel issue
Location:
It is an easy 15 min walk to Cambridge Square and to lots of nice restaurantes and shops
Located within walking distance to many restaurants
Location is great with easy walking distance to Harvard and Central Square
Are you looking for a lovely place to stay in Cambridge?
There are great restaurants close by and there are a ton of great places within walking distance Thanks again for everything Leigh
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Explore Cambridge at leisure

Cambridge is an exceptional city with lots of history to explore and appreciate. While in this place, you would need a comfortable accommodation to stay at. This won’t distract you from all that the city has to offer. Based on your preferred location, these are some of the best Vrbo accommodations in Cambridge, Massachusetts to have an enjoyable vacation.

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