The Drinking Gourd: Stunning Penthouse in Historic Downtown Cambridge
Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(13 Ratings)
"A beautiful place, just like in the pictures, in a very convenient location. Everything was clean and in good working order. Pre-visit communications from Jennifer were excellent and she answered all ..."
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About this apartment rental
Welcome to The Drinking Gourd...a freshly renovated 2-bedroom penthouse in the heart of the historic downtown district of Cambridge. With its exposed brick walls, 15 foot ceilings, antique brass fittings, and original mahogany millwork, this condo offers a stunning historic setting while being a super cozy and fully-stocked haven for guests. The bedrooms feature all new beds and linens, including a king bed, full bed, and comfie expandable sectional bed. The bathroom boasts a relaxing bathtub as well as full-size washer and dryer. In the lofty open-concept living room space you'll find a roomy sectional sofa, large screen Roku-enabled TV, and a built in reading nook...perfect for lounging or accommodating extra guests. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you'll need should you want to indulge in cooking some of our outstanding local seafood. There are also lush linens, plentiful paper products and toiletries, and books, games, and toys for all ages. You'll be situated in the heart of the Underground Railroad, with the fabulous pubs, galleries, and boutiques literally right outside your door. The City Marina is only 4 blocks away, and the Blackwater Wildlife Refuge is within a half hour's drive. We pride ourselves on creating inviting and cozy homes-away-from-home in historic locations...come discover fabulous Cambridge!
Please note that the property is located on the third floor of an historic building in downtown Cambridge. There is no elevator in the building and guests will need to climb 2 flights of stairs on a curved stairwell to access the unit.
Amenities at The Drinking Gourd: Stunning Penthouse in Historic Downtown Cambridge
A beautiful place, just like in the pictures, in a very convenient location. Everything was clean and in good working order. Pre-visit communications from Jennifer were excellent and she answered all of our questions quickly. We will definitely stay here again the next time we're in Cambridge.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Great stay! Gorgeous apartment!
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
Host was personally accessible during stay, responded quickly, and went the extra mile with wonderful touches left around the place.
8 / 10Excellent·Oct 2025
It was great to walk to our dinner location at Portside Seafood Restaurant! It was really good there!!! Everything was clean at the apartment. But it was extremely loud at night. Loud people, music and cars.
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(13 Ratings)
"A beautiful place, just like in the pictures, in a very convenient location. Everything was clean and in good working order. Pre-visit communications from Jennifer were excellent and she answered all ..."
Welcome to The Drinking Gourd...a freshly renovated 2-bedroom penthouse in the heart of the historic downtown district of Cambridge. With its exposed brick walls, 15 foot ceilings, antique brass fittings, and original mahogany millwork, this condo offers a stunning historic setting while being a super cozy and fully-stocked haven for guests. The bedrooms feature all new beds and linens, including a king bed, full bed, and comfie expandable sectional bed. The bathroom boasts a relaxing bathtub as well as full-size washer and dryer. In the lofty open-concept living room space you'll find a roomy sectional sofa, large screen Roku-enabled TV, and a built in reading nook...perfect for lounging or accommodating extra guests. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you'll need should you want to indulge in cooking some of our outstanding local seafood. There are also lush linens, plentiful paper products and toiletries, and books, games, and toys for all ages. You'll be situated in the heart of the Underground Railroad, with the fabulous pubs, galleries, and boutiques literally right outside your door. The City Marina is only 4 blocks away, and the Blackwater Wildlife Refuge is within a half hour's drive. We pride ourselves on creating inviting and cozy homes-away-from-home in historic locations...come discover fabulous Cambridge!
Please note that the property is located on the third floor of an historic building in downtown Cambridge. There is no elevator in the building and guests will need to climb 2 flights of stairs on a curved stairwell to access the unit.
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
FAQs
Is parking included with this apartment?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Drinking Gourd: Stunning Penthouse in Historic Downtown Cambridge. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Drinking Gourd: Stunning Penthouse in Historic Downtown Cambridge pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Drinking Gourd: Stunning Penthouse in Historic Downtown Cambridge?
We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.
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