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Description
Circa 1866. This 5,000-square-foot Italianate Victorian was owned by the same family for more than 100 years (until 1994). Located in the heart of Cambridge, the inn is within walking distance of Harvard University, MIT and the Boston Freedom Train Trolley Tours. The inn, including its three guest bedrooms, has a Victorian décor that makes the most of an eclectic collection of antiques, including two grand pianos in the parlor. Period details are evident throughout the charming inn, from classic archways to cut-glass windows and extraordinary marble fireplaces. The delightful breakfast is served in the Victorian dining room and includes a variety of freshly baked breads, pastries, scones and muffins, a fresh-fruit bowl, juices and eggs to order. Afternoon tea is available upon request. After breakfast, guests can head out on foot or grab the subway or bus, which are just a few minutes' walk from the inn, and explore the area's rich history. Metropolitan Boston is just across the river from the inn.
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$130 to $350Payment Types Accepted Include Visa, Master Card, Travelers Checks and cash.
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This property has 4 total guest accommodations, 2 with private bath, 2 total suites, including 1 two-bedroom suite. The types of beds available include King, Twin and Double.
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Historic Interest | Significant 19th century Italianate house Historic Awards:
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Historic sites nearby: Boston Freedom Trail (2 miles), Harvard University (3/4 mile), Longfellow House (1 mile), Hooper-Lee-Nichols House (1 mile), Mount Auburn Cemetery (2 miles), Boston Symphony Hall (1 mile), Fenway Park (2 miles), Mass. State House (2 miles), Boston's North End (3 miles) |
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Perfect B&B to Enjoy Boston
I was so grateful to find this perfect B&B to stay in while visiting Boston. The location is excellent - a three minute walk to the Red Line "T" at Central Square and a bus stop is only 80 feet from the front door. I loved my room and particularly enjoyed the armchair with the throw blanket and lamp to enjoy a comfortable read in the evenings.
Amazing hosts who genuinely care about you that make this a true "home away from home."
Lauren from Vancouver, Canada
Lauren Burrowes
Vancouver, BC
4/30/2018
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Totally Exceeded our Expectations!
What a cool house and great hosts!
This B&B is even better in person than the beautiful pictures on their website. Wonderful in every way.
Louie & Amy, Colorado/Arizona
April 2018
Amy Archer
4/25/2018
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Love It
Great
Environment, Customer Service, Location, Quality
I love this home. It’s been my 4th time here. Eric is a wonderful host
Sharong Phatak
Orlando, FL
3/23/2018
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Incredible Hospitality!
What an incredible atmosphere of Victorian refinement and imagination is provided for anyone seeking solace in home-like setting. The spacious rooms allow one to breathe and stimulate the imagination with their high ceiling and charming decor. And one meets such interesting individuals at breakfast, which in itself is a tremendous treat with it choice of gourmet breakfast pastries, that are different every day, fresh fruit, eggs and omelettes, or grain cereals and yogurts.
Princeton, New Jersey
Griffith Henninger
6/25/2017
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Amazing Place....
From gracious hosts and charming decor to tasty breakfast fare served in style, it's an amazing Place, Prospect. Wonderfully convenient to transportation and places of interest. I book months in advance!
-- Arkansas Traveler
Ruth P
9/13/2013
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Enjoyable ... I'll be back!
Like being at home -- except a much bigger, more elegantly appointed home with a friendly inn keeper who makes you breakfast and cleans up after you!
Very convenient, clean and enjoyable.
Mark Lewis
12/5/2010
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A Great Place
We loved staying here. Truly a great memory to bring back to Korea. Love to visit again.
Robert & Susan J
11/19/2010
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Smile Filled Week
Thanks for a week of relaxation and enjoyment ... and warm smiles were always appreciated.
Mel & Agia B
9/22/2010
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The Highlight of Cambridge
Staying here was a highlight of my Cambridge experience. No reason to stay anywhere else on future visits to Boston/Cambridge area.
Matt R
7/16/2010
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Killer Breakfast
Loved the place. Very nice, comfortable. Killer breakfast. Wonderful bed.
James B
6/15/2010
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Great Location, very friendly staff
Repeat customer. Excellent location (including Whole Foods across the street and close to the "T"), very friendly staff (thanks Eric!!), and a very good value for Boston. We've got to meet very friendly and interesting guests every time we've stayed here.
Susie G
6/14/2010
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Boston Anniversary
Thanks for contributing to our 1st anniversary memories! Next time we come to Boston we hope to stay here again.
Julie & Matt M
6/13/2010
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Comfy, Comfy
.... on this wonderful comfy bed. Could not have been better!
Susan & Paul W
6/12/2010
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Rivals the South!
Thank you for your gracious hospitality, beautiful room, delicious breakfasts, and calming environment. We'll visit again.
Bill & Nancy, Birmingham, Alabama
Bill & Nancy C
6/9/2010
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A Gem
Simply put Prospect Place is a gem in Cambridge.
Kamal H
5/14/2010
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Isle of Solitude
There is an inn called Prospect Place - an isle of solitude from Boston's rat race between Harvard and MIT and furnishings high class. Leaves memories that can't be erased.
Kevin M
4/16/2010
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Captivating!
This "Florence" is almost as good as the one in Italy. Last minute decision to try a bed and breakfast & so glad I did. Feels like staying with nice relatives, quiet & cozy - warm & welcoming. I'll be back.
Dorothy F
12/3/2009
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Great place, nice hosts, convenient
Thoughtful canopy on a quiet street, warm welcome in the chilling winds, ancient decorations in the beautiful house, together with the meticulous concerns in the hosts' tender hearts, build up a genial home far away from my own home. I enjoyed their harmonious family member relationships, drinking in their whispers from everyone's soul. Surely I am willing to stay with them again and again if I have chances to come to Cambridge in the future.
Jeffrey Mao
Yunlin County,
11/26/2009
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Lovely
We enjoyed the privacy and style of this suite.
Jeanne & Joe C
11/15/2009
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This place is BEAUTIFUL!
This was my first experience at a bed and breakfast. My father and I are here looking at colleges. Hope to be back!
Ann & Larry A
11/13/2009
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Fantastic
Our stay in the Charles Suite was fantastic and the breakfast were wonderful the three nighs we were here.
Paul & Nancy F
9/30/2009
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Enjoyed
.... enjoyed your granola, Judy.
From Star Island, to Cambridge, to home in Wood Cliff Lake, a lovely, long weekend.
Carol V
9/21/2009
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From Las Vegas .....
Thank you for everything. We especially loved being downstairs tucked away from the rest of the house. Very nice! We couldn't have picked a better place!
Paul & Leslie x
9/15/2009
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Wonderful ....
...as always a joy to stay with you.
Shatina & Sophia E
6/27/2009
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Wonderful Wedding Weekend
Great new family get together. Everyone enjoyed the marvelous accommodations. Your breakfast were a treat - both for the eyes and the palate.
Art & Irish S
5/31/2009
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Calm & sunny afternoon ...
...reading & musing. The bamboo grove dining room is one of the joys of breakfast time, with the music, shining silver and fresh fruit.
Olga M
5/9/2009
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Great Conversation
Very hopitable host, atmosphere of house quite special. Enjoyed the round-the-table conversation at breakfast and meeting such interesting people.
Rolf & Pam P
10/31/2008
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From Spain .....
Rather than a hotel or B&B, this place is like home. One of the nicest rooms I've ever paid for. Breakfast was delicious and the kindness of the owners cannot be explained using words.
Hector Z
10/24/2008
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Lovely B&B
Delicious breakfast and very comfortable room. You made our 30th Anniversary a special celebration. Thank you!
Debbie & Paul P
9/5/2008
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Great Place for a Harvard training
I spent 5 nights here in late July and found it just what I was looking for - a lovely change of pace from a hotel for my week's institute. It took 20 minutes to get to Harvard (Ed School - which is on the far side of Harvard Square) and the price was far less than what I was seeing offered for the hotels closer in. The home was lovely, Eric was very accommodating, breakfast was lovely and the window air conditioner was up to the task in the muggy weather. Two blocks to Central Square T stop and food coop right across the street. My family dropped me off and the approach was very easy from I 90. It's nice when B&B's, which I usually associate with vacationing - can work this well for a work week as well.
Frances Durkin
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wes
Innkeepers were nice but the A/C was not working and had not been working for a while. It was hot in our room and the only recommendation they had was to open the window. I am from texas and it was still hard to sleep because of how hot it was. Breakfast was average but not bad.
wes pemberton
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Hospitality Abounds
Prospect Place is very conveniently located near the train station. Host's were extremely accommodating and served a delicious breakfast each morning! Meeting people from all areas of the world was an enriching experience. My daughter and I came to visit my son and left with an experience to remember and cherish always. Thank you Eric for being thoughtful and including my son as well. We enjoyed staying at your beautiful place and recommend it highly!
Robin Hill
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Great base while finding a new home
Eric and Judy: Thanks for a wonderful experience staying in your fabulous BnB. We will definitely recommend your place to others.
Tina and Steve, recently stayed in Emma Room...
Tina & Steve Olton
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Great place to stay!
The owner is very accomodating and the breakfast are great! The inn is well situated for anyone who wants to visit the Cambridge area and the heart of Boston.
Thanks!
Jean-François Trudeau
Montréal, QC
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Prospect Place-- great place, great owner
I had the privilege of staying at Prospect last month. The property was beautiful and well kept, the owner an excellent host, and food fabulous. I highly recommend this place
Phil Krichilsky
Pinedale, WY
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