Harding House


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  • Harding House Video: Minutes from Harvard, MIT and downtown Boston, we are known for our warm, welcoming atmosphere and our impeccable hospitality. Enjoy modern amenities in our updated 1860s Victorian home. Savor hearty and delicious breakfasts, relax in our cozy, clean and comfortable rooms, and view rotating art exhibits in our parlor. You'll see why National Geographic Traveler calls us a "Charming, spacious and bright place in a great neighborhood, filled with nice people."

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    Minutes from Harvard, MIT and downtown Boston, we are known for our warm, welcoming atmosphere and our impeccable hospitality. Enjoy modern amenities in our updated 1860s Victorian home. Savor hearty and delicious breakfasts, relax in our cozy, clean and comfortable rooms, and view rotating art exhibits in our parlor. You'll see why National Geographic Traveler calls us a "Charming, spacious and bright place in a great neighborhood, filled with nice people."


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Spanish



    Features

    Type:

    • Other


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    Other Amenities:

    • Day passes to a local gym ($)

    • Complimentary Wine and Cheese upon request

    • Long-term stay suite

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  • Nightly Rate

    $95 - $350

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00 pm    Check out: 11:00 am

    • Cancellations: There is a penalty of one night stay plus tax for cancellations made less than two days in advance.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Limited

    • Drinking description: Wine and Cheese on request

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • Five Days or More
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 5

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental Plus

    • Time Served: 7 - 10

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area


    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    • Wine/Cheese Plate


    Special meal options

    • Call us to request

  • Location Type

    • Harvard University

    • River side (Charles River)

    • Airport

    • City


    City

    • Boston

    • Distance to city: 1 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From the Central Square station of the Red Line Subway, start walking on Mass Ave toward Harvard Square. Turn right onto Bigelow St. At Harvard St turn left. Harding House is on the left, at the corner of Clinton St.


    Airport

    • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.) 5 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Follow signs for the Ted Williams tunnel, Mass Pike/Rte 90. Exit Rte 90 at Cambridge/Allston. Go straight across the river, onto River St. As River St crosses Mass Ave, it becomes Prospect St. Continue two blocks beyond Mass Ave to Harvard St. Turn left; go 3 blocks, 288 Harvard St is on left at corner of Clinton St.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Harvard University

    • Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Hiking trails

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • World Class Dining

    • Historic Tours

    • Museums

    • Jazz Clubs

    • Concerts

    • Theatre

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Water sports

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    Worth going back to.

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business


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    Harding house was very nice, and I will definitely consider staying there again next time I'm in town. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The location is nice, the neighborhood quiet, and it's a 10-20 minute walk to almost anywhere in Cambridge (MIT, Harvard, Central Sq). The room was small-ish, as you'd expect from a house this era, but it served my needs just fine. Everything was clean and comfortable.


    June 2011

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    My 1st time staying at a bed and breakfast I enjoyed it much more than a hotel. The staff was helpful and friendly. And the house was very clean.


    Harding House - April 2011

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business


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    Stayed for a few nights in April '11. Excellent experience, location is not too far from Harvard Square and close to MIT. Great service, tasty breakfast, and probably roomier than a chain hotel. Definitely recommended.


    Fit the bill

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    Cozy, comfy, great location, helpful staff - what else do you need? Very welcoming, felt a little like home.


    Feels like home

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    With our son attending Harvard, we visit Cambridge frequently. The Harding House is always our choice. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the staff is consistently helpful. Delicious breakfast!


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