Title: Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=119903701&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq Apartment with kitchen, near Harvard University ## Photo gallery for Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq ![Interior - Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq (Cambridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119903800/119903701/e4a1ec0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq (Cambridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119903800/119903701/3f39d81c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq (Cambridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119903800/119903701/5b8fe866.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq (Cambridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119903800/119903701/527ca0b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq (Cambridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119903800/119903701/7904d6b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Near Harvard University, Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq provides everything you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq Summary: Nestled on a quiet side street steps from Porter Square, this recently renovated garden-level condo is an ideal Cambridge home base. You’ll be minutes from cafés, shops, and the Red Line into Boston—perfect for visiting professionals, grad students, or anyone planning an extended stay. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry and one complimentary street-parking permit. The Space: This renovated condo features a comfortable bedroom with a queen bed and large closet, a living room with an internet-connected Smart TV, and a well-equipped kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, induction cooktop, countertop toaster oven, coffee maker, and cookware/dinnerware. For convenience, there’s an in-unit washer and dryer. Street parking is available, and we provide a guest permit for short-term parking. Guest Access: The apartment has a private entrance at the rear of the house with an electronic lock. You’ll receive a unique door code—changed between every stay—for convenient self check-in anytime after 4 PM. The Neighborhood: The apartment is very conveniently located near Porter Square, featuring many shops and restaurants nearby. There is an amazing convenience store just one block away. This is a beautiful neighborhood, very typical of Cambridge. It is a pleasant walk from the apartment to Harvard Square, allowing one to explore the area. Getting Around: The apartment is a 7 minutes walk away from the Porter Square T station on the red line. It is one subway stop, or a pleasant 20 minutes walk, away from Harvard Square to the South, or to lively Davis Square to the North. You can also be downtown Boston within 20 minutes by car or subway from Porter Square. Other Things to Note: House Rules \- No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property (inside or out). \- No parties or gatherings. Please respect other tenants. \- Registered guests only. Please ask before inviting any overnight visitors. \- Quiet hours: 10:00 PM–8:00 AM. No loud music or disruptive noise. Information: \- A commuter rail runs nearby—you may hear it briefly during the day. There are no trains at night. \- This property is owner occupied, the family lives upstairs on the second floor with a separate, private entrance. The city of Cambridge requires all Airbnb’s to be owner occupied. Parking \- A street-parking permit for one car is provided—display at all times. \-City rule: you must move your car every 24 hours. \- Lost permit fee: $100 for replacement. Thanks for understanding and helping us keep the home comfortable for everyone! Interaction with Guests: I can be available if you have any questions, but otherwise you can check in and out without assistance. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107150000/107145300/107145269/bc6deb0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 597- SPRING GETAWAY EARLY BIRD 10% OFF! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 Property Registration Number C0086890491 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 688fce27a230c60012bdc9ba ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.38930%2C-71.12671&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=khWXFNBUrHhpjhUK5atLwApNNBE=) Cambridge, MA #### What's nearby - Somerville Theatre \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Harvard University \- 17 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Harvard Law School \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Tufts University \- 2 min drive \- 0.9 miles - Harvard Square \- 4 min drive \- 1.3 miles #### Getting around - West Medford Station - 6 min drive - Porter Square Station - 8 min walk - Logan International Airport (BOS) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Panera Bread - ‬9 min walk - ‪Cafe Zing - ‬10 min walk - ‪Sugar & Spice Restaurant - ‬9 min walk - ‪Page & Leaf - ‬9 min walk - ‪CSCA Cafe - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq? ### What time is check-in at Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq? ### What time is check-out at Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq? ### Where is Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq located? ## Have a question? 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