The Mary Prentiss Inn


  • Inn Details

    Experience our historic town by staying in a house whose family was part of early 17th century Cambridge history. Over 150 years ago The Mary Prentiss Inn was a county estate. Built in neoclassic Greak Revival style with monumental pilasters-a full front porch adorned with fluted columns & Ionic capitals. Today it is set in an urban landscape with renowned universities, museums, theaters, bookstores, shops and resturants just footsteps away. Relax in casual elegance. The Inn's 20 rooms, all with private bath, feature four-poster and cannonball beds. Each room is unique with a variety of amenities-exposed beams, pine floors, shutters, wallpaper, and furnished with one of a kind antiques. Many rooms have recently been refurbished and some feature working fireplaces and large soaking jacuzzi tubs.


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Cats: 1


    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Microwave

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wet bar

    On Site:

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Secretarial services

    • Wi-Fi

    Other Amenities:

    • 2 complimentary Poland Springs bottle water

    • Complimentary Wireless Internet Access

    • Complimentary Parking

    • Tea Time with Freshly Baked Cookies

    • Return Guest Gifts and Upgrades

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  • Deluxe Queen Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

    • Nightly Rate

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    This room has high ceilings, a queen size four poster bed, a large antique secratarian desk, wing chair with side tables, closet and a large bathroom. Check in time is 3:00 pm and Check out time is 11:00 am.

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

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

    • Minimum stay: Two night minimum on some weekends three nights on some graduations

    • Deposit amount required: One night room rate required to guarentee reservation.

    • Cancellations: If you need to cancel for any reason we must receive your cancellation at least 14 days prior to your scheduled arrival date in order to receive a refund of your deposit. Cancellation less that 14 days prior to your arrival will result in a forfeit of your one night deposit. Specific room requests can not be guaranteed but every effort will be made to honor them. There are occasions when guests have to be moved so please be understanding.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: You are welcome to bring your own drinks.

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: All children are welcome, 1 portable crib available & cots

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • AARP
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 1

    • Government
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 1

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full Gourmet & Deluxe Continental

    • Time Served: 7:30AM - 10:00AM

    • Serving location: Outside on our private deck (weather permiting), Breakfast/dining area


    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea


    Special meal options


    Additional food services

    • Assorted Bake Goods

    • Freshly Baked Cookies

    • Seasonal Fresh Fruit

  • Location Type

    • City


    City

    • Boston

    • Directions to property:
      From the west: I-90 East (Mass Pike) to exit 18 Brighton/Cambridge. Cross Bridge left onto Memorial Drive to JFK st. Turn right, go through Harvard Sq.,bear left on to Massachusetts Ave. 1/2 mile turn right on Garfield St. (Gulf Station), left on Oxford St., Left on Prentiss St. to #6.


    Airport

    • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.) 6 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Follow signs for Sumner Tunnel to Rt. 93 north to Storrow drive west to harvard Sq. Right on JFK St. Turn right go through Harvard Sq., bear left to Massachusetts Ave. 1/2 mile turn right on Garfield St. (Gulf station, left on Oxford St., left on Prentiss St. to #6


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Hynes Convention Center

    • BCEC

    • Harvard University

    • Fenway Park

    • Tuft's University

    • Lesley University

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Golfing

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    Write a review

    Perfect!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    Everything was quite wonderful for our recent stay. The rooms were spacious and the food delicious. The only drawback is that a guest checked out quite early (4 a.m. or so) and slammed the door quite hard and woke us up! That was not the fault of the Inn, but rather a guest who doesn't know his own strength. I would definitely recommend this B & B!


    Georgians visit Harvard

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    Though our room was a bit small, the garden terrace and quaint dining rooms extended our space nicely. The walk to Harvard Square to see our son was easy; the location is great!


    Great for a Harvard visit

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    We have stayed here before and it more than met our expectations but this time we had a small room. Loved the cookies in the afternoon and the tea and coffee.


    Great place to stay!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business


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    Homey and comfortable B&B for a great price. The staff was helpful and friendly. When I needed to stay an extra night, they gave me a great price. The room was spacious and beautiful. It was in a great neighborhood that was convenient to restaurants,and other attractions. The breakfast was great. I'll be happy to return to this B&B.


    cozy comfort in the New England freeze

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    we stayed at the Mary Prentiss Inn just for an overnight. The rooms were clean and really cozy. it was nice to arrive in the evening to a fire roaring in the living area fireplace. The breakfast was really tasty and the staff was friendly. I've recommended the inn to my friend who lives nearby for her relatives that come to visit.


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