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Blue's Bed & Breakfast
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In the summer, breakfast outside in the shady back garden is a pleasant option before a busy day.
Enjoy meeting another guest over breakfast in the dining room, served from 7:15-8:30 am weekdays. 'Self-service' breakfast is available for early risers.
The 16 foot square Fireplace room features a queen-sized bed, and comfortable sitting area, WiFi, cable TV. Just two guest rooms share a modern bathroom.
The Studio has a king-sized bed, five windows, high ceilings, WiFi, flat screen TV, and comfortable sitting area. The two 3rd floor guest rooms share a modern bath.
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Nightly Rate
$110 - $150
, - Reviews 3
- Rooms 2
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Accepts Gift Cards
Inn's website-
Address
82 Avon Hill Street
Cambridge, MA 02140-3631
USA - Phone+1-617-354-6106
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This comfortable, antiques-filled B&B on a quiet street in Cambridge's Avon Hill conservation district, 1 mile north of Harvard Square, 500 yards to Harvard's Quad Houses & CfA Observatory, and 6 minute walk to Porter Square restaurants and Red Line subway "T"/commuter rail station, offers big rooms, great beds, free WiFi, flat screen cable TV, healthy home-cooked breakfasts, shady bird-filled gardens--a perfect retreat after a busy day. The 1910 stucco home belonged to L'il Abner cartoonist Al Capp in the 60s.
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 3 Reviews
3.7 out of 5- Guest room 3
- Services 4
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 3
- Dining 4
3.8 out of 5A quiet place
January 06, 2013
went there to visit our newly born grandchild on christmas. Were never before in a US B&B but liked the place quite much, because it is silent, but central (near Mass Ave) a wonderful garden, which we could not use (8 inches of snow that time). Would return anytime Dr. B. from germany
3.2 out of 5Dated but great service
May 23, 2010
The rooms and furniture within the rooms are a little dated and could be revamped. The bathroom definitely needs to be redone and it would help to replace the bathmat in the tub. The service was excellent and you can't ask for a better hostess.
4.0 out of 5wonderful highly recommended
June 06, 2008
Blue and John were fantastic hosts and their b&b matches this exceptional quality, beautiful location, terrific rooms, friendly atmosphere, all the factors that made for a memorable stay!
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Mary Blue Magruder
Innkeepers Description:
Blue Magruder and husband John Hurwitch are both Harvard graduates. Blue spent years as Director of Public Affairs for Earthwatch, and the house is filled with folk art from her worldwide travels. She now walks to work at the Harvard Museum of Natural History. John, a retired healthcare consultant and former champion one-design sailor, now enjoys volunteering for SCORE and taking courses at Harvard's Institute for Learning in Retirement.
The innkeepers speak:
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English
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French
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Spanish
Resident Pets
No pets, John is allergic. Others
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Nightly Rate
$110 - $150
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$110 - $150
Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: preagreed time Check Out: noon from room
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Minimum Stay: Generally 2 night stay; one sometimes okay on short notice
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Deposit Amount Required: One night's deposit, or a credit card number to hold the reservation, required. Credit cards accepted through Paypal.
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Cancellations: Deposit is completely refundable for cancellation with two weeks or more notice. Less than two weeks notice, deposit is refunded if the room can be filled.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: No
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Guest Pets Allowed: No
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Description: We request quiet after 10 pm.
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Drinks Available: No
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Children Allowed: Children over 10.
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Suitable For Children: No
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Childcare Provided: No
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Nightly Rate
$110 - $150
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 3 Reviews
3.7 out of 5- Guest room 3
- Services 3
- Value 3
- Cleanliness 3
- Dining 3
3.8 out of 5A quiet place
January 06, 2013
went there to visit our newly born grandchild on christmas. Were never before in a US B&B but liked the place quite much, because it is silent, but central (near Mass Ave) a wonderful garden, which we could not use (8 inches of snow that time). Would return anytime Dr. B. from germany
3.2 out of 5Dated but great service
May 23, 2010
The rooms and furniture within the rooms are a little dated and could be revamped. The bathroom definitely needs to be redone and it would help to replace the bathmat in the tub. The service was excellent and you can't ask for a better hostess.
4.0 out of 5wonderful highly recommended
June 06, 2008
Blue and John were fantastic hosts and their b&b matches this exceptional quality, beautiful location, terrific rooms, friendly atmosphere, all the factors that made for a memorable stay!
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Location
Location Type
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City
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Suburban
City - Boston
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Distance to city: 3 miles
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Directions to property:
Avon Hill St. is just north of Linnaean Street, at the north edge of Harvard University's Quad Houses, near Harvard Observatory, and Harvard Law School. From Porter Sq./Red Line T, walk 4 blocks west on Upland Road (6 minute walk, 1/3 mile) to left onto Avon Hill St. #82 is 6th house on left, with iron fence above a 2 car garage with gray doors. Massachusetts Ave. shops and restaurants are an easy walk. Harvard Square is just one mile, a 15 minute walk. Free parking on street with visitor pass or in B&B's garage.
Airport
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Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.) 8 miles
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Directions to property:
Take Silver Line bus from all terminals to South Station, change to Red Line inbound toward Alewife to Porter Square. Driving: Follow signs to Ted Williams Tunnel, and Mass Pike-I-90 West. Go about 6 miles, to exit 20 for Cambridge. Bear right at exit following signs for Cambridge. Turn left along the river onto Storrow Drive, exit at sign for Harvard Square..cross bridge and go straight on JFK street, through Harvard Square, bearing left after Harvard gate, following signs for Mass Ave. north (right hand side of left split). In 7 lights, you'll see big red mobile at Porter Square T station. Turn left onto Upland Rd. and go 4 blocks to Avon Hill St. Left to #82, 6th on left.
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Aquarium
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Art Galleries
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Concert venue
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Historical interests
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Live Music
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Movie Theater
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Museum
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Nature area
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Harvard Observatory
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Harvard University
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Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
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Harvard Museum of Natural History
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Performing Theater
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Religious Services
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River
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Zoo
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Bicycles
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Shopping
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Sight-seeing
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Amenities
Type:
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Private Home Bed and Breakfast
Property highlights
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1/3 mile to Porter Sq.
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Close to Harvard Observatory
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Easy walk to Harvard
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Friendly homelike atmosphere
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Antiques/decor
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Business travel
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Economical rates
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Nature
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Peaceful getaway
On-site
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BBQ grill
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Board games
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Computer
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Washer/dryer
Guest room(s)
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Air conditioning
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Alarm clock
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Amenities Basket
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Bath robes
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In-room internet
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Desk
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Fireplace
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Hairdryer
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Internet Service
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Ironing Board
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Library
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Satellite/Cable TV
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TV
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Wi-Fi
Other
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Bicycles for loan
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Breakfast
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Type: Continental Plus
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Time Served: 7-8:15 wkdays;8-9:30weekends
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Serving Location: dining room or on the garden terrace in summer.,Dining Room
Complimentary Perks
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Fruit
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Non-alcoholic Beverages
Signature Dish
Home-made breads
Plentiful self-service breakfast with whole grain breads, blueberry or orange-cranberry muffins, or dry or hot cereals, yogurt, cheeses and fruit. Always great coffee, wide selection of teas, juices and fresh fruits.Special meal options
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Low fat
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Restrictive
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Vegetarian
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Contact The Innkeeper
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