Located in Shadyside within a short walk of Carnegie Mellon University, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as University of Pittsburgh. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
Carnegie Museum of Natural History - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Carnegie Mellon University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
UPMC Shadyside - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
University of Pittsburgh - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Getting around
Gateway Station - 6 min drive
Pittsburgh Station - 16 min drive
Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
Wushiland - 7 min walk
Butterjoint - 8 min walk
Shibam Coffee Co. - 10 min walk
Papa John's Pizza - 7 min walk
Dunkin' - 11 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown
Discover the very best of Pittsburgh from the comfort & convenience of this upgraded private retreat! Perfectly situated minutes from downtown only a short walk to Carnegie Museum of Natural History, enjoy this colorful city’s lively sports culture, award winning culinary scene & scenic trails just a short drive away. Visit Phipps Conservatory, Acrisure Stadium, Andy Warhol Museum, Duquesne Incline & more! The perfect spot for family & friends, you will love this private getaway in Pittsburgh!
This gorgeous townhome was build in 1910 and is located on a Historic Landmark private cobblestone street, Ellsworth Terrace. Recently upgraded with its original 20th century charm in mind, this spacious and private four-bedroom home features an open floor plan with a full kitchen, dining area, dedicated workspace, lower level apartment, and a living room with 65” Smart TV.
Original detail and high end updates throughout: enjoy the best of both worlds. Beautiful beamed ceilings and large windows give way to tons of natural light. Upon entry, you are greeted by a spacious great room with a 65" Smart TV which feeds into dining room, an elegant updated powder room, and eventually the kitchen.
Fully appointed modern kitchen with appliances, including stove, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, coffee maker and microwave. Off of the kitchen in the rear of the home is a spacious private deck!
Upstairs there are 2 beautiful bedrooms, a renovated full bathroom, and a conveniently stacked washer and dryer. Bedrooms are comfortably furnished with fresh crisp new linens, pillows, and bed coverings.
Fully updated basement apartment consists of large bedroom with a queen bed, a guest room with two twin beds, full bathroom, game room/living room area, Smart TV, working space, kitchen and dining.
Other amenities include free high-speed WiFi. a beautiful backyard, an open deck area with dining furniture, BBQ grill, on-street parking, and keyless access.
Close to both CMU and PITT, as well as UPMC hospitals. Walk to Walnut Street shops and eateries! Very close to the amazing Botanical Garden, Schenley Park and “Dinosaur” Museum (Carnegie Museum of Natural History)!
Guests have full access and complete privacy inside the home and may enjoy full use of the outdoor amenities. Instructions for access, check-in, check-out, and directions to the home are provided in the house manual on VRBO. When checking out, please be sure all windows and doors are locked prior to your departure.
If you have any questions about the property, or if you need any additional information regarding calendar availability, directions, parking, access, or check-in/check-out procedures please contact us directly using the message center on VRBO.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 1,764 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 24
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Shadyside within a short 18-minute walk of Phipps Conservatory and also 11 minutes on foot from Carnegie Museum of Natural History. You'll also find PPG Paints Arena and PNC Park within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown
a good place to stay for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation and kitchens in some.
Does Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown
have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT), which is 21.7 mi away (34 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown
?
Yes, every accommodation at Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown
comes with a deck.
Reviews
Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Carrie D.
Nov 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The home was presented exactly as advertised and was located perfectly for our stay. Our host was responsive and we all enjoyed our stay. We would definitely stay here again in the future. The neighbor man across the street was so very kind as well which was an added bonus!
Carrie D.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
JULIANNE V.
Sep 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Location is great for Pitt, CMU, Shadyside access. 5 adults slept very comfortably with lots of space in the house. Very clean and nicely decorated. Cozy vibe. Seating space in the living room could have been better but by far not a big deal if you don’t plan to be in front of tv as a group. Great comms with host. Would stay again.