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Looking for a 2 bedroom house or apt in the Boston area for AY 2026-27

Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Preferred Destination: Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

House | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From September 1, 2026 until August 31, 2027

Description

Mid-50s couple looking for a place to spend a sabbatical year. Commutable to Harvard Square an advantage. Would ideally like an office and spare bedroom for the occassional out of town guest. We love to cook, garden, cycle, and walk and will look after your place as if it's our own.

Bedrooms
2

Bathrooms
1

Offices
2

Size
132 m2

Suited For
3

Property Type
House

Availability

From September 1, 2026 until August 31, 2027

Minimum Stay

9 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing | Open to non-simultaneous exchanges

Comments: Open for exchange with people in the Boston (USA) area.

Location

House in Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom

Closest University

University of Oxford

Nearby Universities
Oxford Brookes University | University of Oxford | University of Reading
Neighborhood

Cowley Road - Golden Triangle

Nearby Cities

London | Oxford

Comments: Recently renovated row house in close proximity to diverse and lively Cowley road. Three levels with newly equipped offices. Easy walk to city centre, London buses, and train station. Quiet neighbourhood with best shopping and restaurants in town.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Exchange Terms

The cost of utilities can be discussed

A cleaning service can be discussed

Considerations

The home is not suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: Looking for adults who will treasure and help maintain our newly renovated space. Designed with mid-modern sensibilities in a reconditioned Victorian home.

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with plants or garden

Basic watering during warm months. Possible clearing of leaves in the autumn.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Our Travel Preferences

Who's Coming?

Party of
2
2 Adults

Our Destination

Preferred Destination

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Closest University

Harvard University

Comments: Looking to be within easy commuting distance of Harvard. Open to Cambridge and surrounds.

What We Are Looking for


Bedrooms
2


Bathrooms
1


Offices
1


Size
140 m2

Smoking

I prefer smoking not allowed in the home

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