I feel it's rare anymore to find a decently-priced vacation rental that checks all the boxes. I'll admit I had my doubts before I arrived. However, the Prentiss House, and my stay there, was perfect. The place could not have been cleaner, and there were very nice personal touches that added to the charm, such as complimentary mineral water, coffee, tea, cookies, etc. The building is very nice, with private rooms for when you need to be alone, and common spaces that allow for social interaction should you want that. I really like the setup: a hybrid of a hotel and a completely private vacation rental. The location is perfect for Harvard students; a short 10 minute (or less) walk to campus, maybe 10-15 minute walk to Harvard square. But you don't need to go out of the area to find myriad incredible restaurants just outside the front door. There's a great wine shop on the corner, a nearby laundromat, and some of the best pizza at the Abbey, a sweet little bistro just around the block. I would stay at Prentiss House again in a heartbeat.