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Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown

Vacation home with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Carnegie Mellon University

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81764 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Pittsburgh, PA
  • Place, Carnegie Mellon University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, UPMC Shadyside
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Pittsburgh
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pittsburgh, PA (PIT-Pittsburgh Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Pittsburgh

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.

What's nearby

  • Carnegie Museum of Art - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • 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
  • ‪Shibam Coffee Co. - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Butterjoint - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • 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 11-minute walk of Carnegie Museum of Natural History and also 18 minutes on foot from Phipps Conservatory. You'll also find PNC Park and PPG Paints Arena within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the 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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown ?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation and kitchens in some.

Are there hot tubs at Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

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.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

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.

Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sara Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is the second time we’ve stayed here and overall we’re satisfied with the house. It’s an older home so you’ll experience the squeaky floors, water pressure issues, etc. but nothing that impacted our stay too much. However, it had snowed a couple days before our arrival and the steep stairs to the front door were very slick with frozen over snow. After going up and down a couple times, it felt dangerous. I reached out to the management company to see if they had de-icer or salt on site and they did not which is a little weird. They instead told me to “pour hot water on the stairs” and anyone who has experience with decent winters know that’s about the dumbest thing to tell someone to do given it was getting above freezing downpour entire stay. We ended up making a run to Home Depot and bought our own de-icer so we could maneuver the stairs with less stress. There was also a broken outlet in the upstairs bathroom and I reported that the last time we stayed there in August, but it had not been addressed. The management company said they would try to get someone out, but then never followed up. Again, not a major issue, but does speak to the effectiveness of the management company. All in all, we likely will boom again for its location and the space is comfortable and uniquely decorated. We especially enjoyed the vinyl player and the wide array of vinyls! It made the stay feel more special.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

JULIANNE V.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calli C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long weekend

Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024