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Spacious Historic Pittsburgh Getaway Near Downtown

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81764 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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Pittsburgh, PA
  • Carnegie Mellon University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • University of Pittsburgh
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • PPG Paints Arena
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Pittsburgh, PA (PIT-Pittsburgh Intl.)
    ‪33 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 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
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • PPG Paints Arena - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wood Street Station - 5 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Station - 16 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Butterjoint - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Union Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬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.

Property manager

Plushy Host

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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

  • Smoke-free property

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 12 minutes on foot from Carnegie Museum of Art. You'll also find PPG Paints Arena and PNC Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

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 do couples enjoy most about 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.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

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 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

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Calli C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long weekend

Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024