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Best skyline view of CMU/PITT Historical Oakland 5BR storybook house 3000sf

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor dining
Immerse yourself in old-world charm at this spacious historical tutor house. Enjoy grand views of the University of Pittsburgh from every floor, unwind with organic cotton towels and fresh linens, or relax in a fully-stocked kitchen equipped with a brand new Keurig coffee machine.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Best skyline view of CMU/PITT Historical Oakland 5BR storybook house 3000sf

Spacious historical tutor house with old world charm. UPMC Presby, CMU, PITT are all walking distance.
Grand view of university of Pittsburgh from every floor.
First floor: living room, dining room, kitchen and powder room.
Second floor: Three bedrooms ( two king one double) one full bathroom
Third floor: one bedroom with couch, one nursery with pack and play and bathroom with claw foot tub.
Organic cotton towels, fresh clean linens, full stocked kitchen with brand new keurig coffee machine, toaster and more.
Three bedrooms on second floor.
One bedroom and one nursery on third floor.
There is bathroom on every floor.
Family friendly and pet friendly.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Pittsburgh, PA

What's nearby

  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Petersen Events Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Pittsburgh - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Carnegie Mellon University - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • PPG Paints Arena - 3 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Allegheny Station - 6 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Station - 11 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Butterjoint - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hk Dim Sum - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Spirits & Tales - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Best skyline view of CMU/PITT Historical Oakland 5BR storybook house 3000sf pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Best skyline view of CMU/PITT Historical Oakland 5BR storybook house 3000sf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best skyline view of CMU/PITT Historical Oakland 5BR storybook house 3000sf?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best skyline view of CMU/PITT Historical Oakland 5BR storybook house 3000sf located?

This family-friendly Pittsburgh vacation home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Petersen Events Center and University of Pittsburgh. Carnegie Mellon University and PPG Paints Arena are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Best skyline view of CMU/PITT Historical Oakland 5BR storybook house 3000sf Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

Really nice spot close to Pitt, Shadyside and Squirrel Hill. Home was a great place for our summer family get together.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

George M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Christmas Trip

House was great for our large group. Parking was a challenge. House was clean and worked out great for our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

This house is very quaint, lots of room and great location! It's an old house, so old house quirks (lighting and electric outlet limitations) are to be expected. We had some issues with our check in date, but the owner was responsive and reimbursed for the night we could not access the house. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sloan D., Casper, WY, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House in an Optimal Location!

This house is a classic and it is massive! We had a large group that had plenty of space to spread out! The location was also optimal with nice views and an easy drive to campus or downtown. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean an comfortable

Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, huge house

Perfect location to visit our student at Pitt. House had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. House was huge. Lots of rooms and space. Driveway is narrow but we were fine with that, just be aware of it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H., Fairview, TX USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Space location communication perfect

Have had the opportunity to rent various places over our 4 years visiting Pitt. I rank this one of the best we've had. The location was ideal for getting to campus and graduation. Space in house is perfect for catching up with everyone and all the comforts. Easy check in great communication with host. Highly Recc
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Good location, Mind The Driveway

The house was good and sizable for our requirements. The location was ideally located. A few notes to be aware of: The driveway is VERY narrow and must be approached directly, not from the side. It may damage your car if you aren’t aware of that. The back area and view are nice but it is quite a drop off for dogs who are used to a bigger space. We visited in August and the AC struggled to keep up.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely shabby chic rambler

We rented the house to bring our granddaughter to her 98 year old grandmother, for a family Thanksgiving and it turned out to be a great choice. Very comfortable for the 5 of us staying there. The furnishings suit the house perfectly. We especially appreciated the crib, the booster seat; we didn’t expect so many children’s toy, a nice surprise. Negatives were parking and higher than expected level of street noise in 2 of the bedrooms. Overall, however, a very good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Marcia M.

Liked: Check-in, location

Nice location, large but dated home

We came with a group of 6 friends. The house is well located near Pitt and Carnegie Melon. The house is spacious with 4 usable bedrooms for adults. The furniture is older and one of the beds was very mushy. The AC wasn’t great. We had to crank the AC to cool the 2nd Fl, so the first floor got quite cool while it was not so cool on the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor only has a portable AC unit in the Bedroom and it marginally cools. The PM was generally responsive and came to fix some things when we asked. It’s a fine place to stay when visiting Pittsburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Erin P.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Run down and unkempt

We knew we were booking an old house and did not expect it to be perfect. This house, however, was beyond imperfect. The photos in the listing do NOT represent the actual state of this house. We arrived to find the driveway filled with garbage bags (8-10) and cans overflowing with more garbage and boxes. The host removed the bags the next day, but the cans remained blocking the front brick walkway, which was overgrown with weeds anyway and not navigable. One of the two porch lights is missing, and the nice-looking outer door in the photos was off its hinges and thrown aside onto the patio area, which was also strewn with odd junk. The patio table was there, but some chairs were broken and cushions missing. The garden area had a junky table and the whole thing was overgrown, so we spent no time there. Inside, the carpets are all stained, and the wood floors have holes in some spots. The kitchen is tired - I could share a long list but I'll just say that the silverware drawer was filthy, with bits of food inside. There was only a used worn-out sponge and no dishwasher pods. The host's mail and some empty boxes were scattered in the diningroom, along with a highchair and a broken standing lamp. Some other lamps in the bedrooms were broken as well. Before our family group arrived, my husband and I raced around to make the place more presentable. On the third floor, the bathroom and bedroom doors do not close. I could say more, but I'm out of characters. Renter beware!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious house

Well located large home Great view Would rent again
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

amana r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ah-mazing

The house was so clean. The beds were dangerously comfortable. We all slept in because the beds were awesome. The rooms also were quiet considering what a busy street it was one. It was close to everything we wanted. We will definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient & suitable for group

We were in Pittsburgh for a family function. The home is suitable for a large family. 2 king beds were a plus for us since we had 2 >6 ft tall. The location is convenient to downtown and Univ of Pittsburgh. It was 10 min drive to downtown. It overlooks U of P. Main drawback is parking. We had a large vehicle that didn’t fit in the tight driveway but there was space along the street. The front bedroom had some street noise at night but was ok. Coffee maker is keurig style & we were grateful for the cups supplied! We didn’t cook (only made breakfast) so can’t comment on kitchen utilization. Overall, comfy home and would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house with great city access!

We chose the house because of its location and amenities and were not disappointed. It became a gathering place for other friends and family in town for our special event. Owner very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfort for mother-in-law

I booked the home for my wife's mother, sister and ourselves. We had family business that had to be settled following the death of the family's matriarch. The home offered what we needed during our time of mourning.. The owner was very responsive to any and all of our concerns. We may have developed a friendship bond between us. I loved the old charm of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Irene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming home with stunning old-world architectural style

I stayed at this property in mid-December just before the holidays. I was visiting with my daughter, a college student and also had some meetings with colleagues at the medical center. The location of the home was perfect - close to the college campus, near the hospital and a short walk to the CVS and shops. The house has charming characteristics and has been well kept and neatly decorated. There are lots of fun little details to like about this old home including the vintage built-ins, unique furniture and ornate fireplaces. The home has a magnificent view from the living area, and a stunning morning sunrise. I very much appreciated the welcome gift as well as treats. Thank you for that. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking pots and pans and basic items, as well as coffee maker. Overall we had a positive experience. Neat home, clean and cozy. The only issue was the parking in the very narrow car driveway which Jia warned us about. I ended up parking on the street right in front of the home since I had an SUV, and it was just fine. Thank you again for opening up your home to us.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view

The Center Ave house is a funky wonderful diamond in the rough. We stayed over Christmas and Jia Jia had a Christmas tree and chocolates for when we arrived. She made being away from home at Christmas much better. The house is quirky with less than optimal electrical outlets but the view and proximity to all that is exceptional about Pittsburgh is right at your finger tips. The house is intriguing and no doubt could use a overhaul, but the charm is there.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

I was great going back to the 'Burgh and stay in a classic old school house....just like grandmas! Great location for access to the city and the University complex. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

sarah v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you for opening your home up to us.

Property is amazing, the view was great. Thank you have having coffee :)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021