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The Blue Haven - 8 mins to Downtown & Pet-Friendly

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9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8111.5 sq m

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  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

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

The Blue Haven - 8 mins to Downtown & Pet-Friendly

1 level 1,200 sq ft apartment: accommodates up to 8 guests
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Meet your new Mount Washington getaway! Within this centrally-located community, this newly renovated 3BR/1BA has everything you need to enjoy a relaxing weekend or a peaceful/productive remote work week!

Close & convenient to:

- Duquesne Incline (upper station (1 min / 0.3 miles))
- PGP Paints Arena (7 mins / 2.2 miles)
- Downtown (8 mins / 2.3 miles)
- PNC Park (10 mins / 4 miles)
- Acrisure Stadium (11 mins / 2.9 miles)

10/10 GUEST REVIEWS

Bill:
A 5 Star Experience
We were in Pittsburgh primarily for a Steelers game, but also to re-visit our old stomping grounds in Allison Park (north suburb), where we lived years ago when I started my engineering career with USS corp. There were 5 of us in total, all family. Renting a home in Mt Washington was not even on the radar initially, our plan was a hotel downtown, but no go when the Steelers are playing at home. To say we are glad we did would be a huge understatement. It added so much to the experience. The house is in a great location, a very short walk to Grandview Ave and spectacular views overlooking the city. About 0.4 miles to the Duquesne Incline (albeit very hilly) and a little longer walk to the Monongahela incline, but still doable. The house is an a very old neighborhood, typical for many areas in and around Pittsburgh, however the interior has been completely updated and is very lovely and comfortable. A few highlights: 1. Communication with Nicole was superb. She was ultra timely, professional and very thorough, as good as it gets in our experience. 2. Furnishings and supplies in the house were well thought out from a renter's perspective, including things like spices, coffee, paper towels, toilet tissue, hand and bath towels, bedding, and plenty of pillows on the beds and in the living room. 4. Check out was simple and straightforward. A final note. Mt. Washington is extremely hilly, almost crazy hilly. But don't let that deter you, the location is the best.

Jay:
Blue Haven
Property was exactly as advertised. We had a great stay just outside of the down town area. A short drive/uber ride away from the heart of the city. Nicole was a gracious host, easy to get ahold of, and offered great recommendations.

John:
Pittsburgh trip
Wonderful place to stay. Clean and well stocked with essentials. Excellent communication between us and the owners. Great location, easy to get to the events and sightseeing that we were doing. Easy drive from the airport. I would highly recommend this property

THE SPACE

**Kitchen**
The kitchen is fully stocked. This includes a gas stove, dishwasher, oven, Keurig coffee machine, kettle, and all the cookware and tableware required to prepare a gourmet meal. There are 2 dining tables, and four people can be seated at each table.

**Living Room**
Savor unwinding on the cozy couches as you watch your preferred series on the high-definition smart TV featuring Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and other services (Please note-access to these streaming services are not provided, you will have to log-in using your own account.). This is the ideal location for guests to sit back, relax, and spend time with friends and family.

**Bedrooms 1 & 2**
Bedrooms 1 and 2 each have a deluxe king-sized bed with premium bedding. There is a nightstand with a lamp in each bedroom. Additionally, dressers are provided so that visitors can store their clothes there.

**Bedroom 3**
Bedroom 3 features a queen-sized mattress with comfortable linens and pillows. A nightstand and a dresser for storing clothes are also included in Bedroom 3.

**Bathroom**
The large, fully equipped bathroom has a shower and a bathtub and was recently renovated with a modern aesthetic. Use the hair dryer, body wash, conditioner, shampoo, and premium towels that are provided, along with the personal care products.

**Laundry**
A washer and dryer are located in the basement available for guests to use at no additional cost.

**Outdoor Space**
Guests have access to a shared concrete backyard area that is the ideal place for dogs to relieve themselves.

Book today to ensure that your trip to Pittsburgh is one to remember!

- Guests have full privacy and use of the entire space.
- 24 hour access with personal key code. You may access the home from the front porch or back door.
- In regards to parking, there is 1 parking place in the back available for use. There is free street parking in the front, however, be advised to access the house from the front there are steep stairs.

KEY FEATURES

* 3 bedrooms (2 king, 1 queen), pack-and-play
* 1 full bathroom
* Fully equipped kitchen
* Dedicated workspace
* High-speed reliable WiFi
* Free parking
* Single level home (there are 4 steps to access the house from the rear entrance)
* Washer/dryer in unit
* Luxury bath towels and linens
* Complimentary coffee, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are provided

Please ensure that you carefully read, understand, and agree with the House Rules.

If you need to check-in earlier than our listed check-in time or need to check-out later than our listed check-out time, please check with us before booking.

The home includes 3 real beds, but can accommodate up to 7 guests. Please be aware that sleeping arrangements for the 7th guest are the couch. The couch would be best suited for a child, or an adult if he/she is willing. There is also a pack-and-play available for use. If one guest is a baby/young child using the pack-and-play, we would be willing to accommodate 8 guests.

Here are some more fantastic places to explore in addition to the attractions mentioned above:

- Point State Park (9 mins / 2.4 miles)
- Andy Warhol Museum (11 mins / 2.9 miles)
- Rivers Casino (11 mins / 3.6 miles)
- National Aviary (12 mins / 4 miles)
- Carnegie Science Center (12 mins / 4.4 miles)
- Phipps Conservatory (14 mins / 4.9 miles)
- Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium (15 mins / 8.8 miles)
- Sandcastle Water Park (20 mins / 8.9 miles)
- Kennywood Park (24 mins / 11.7 miles)

Colleges/Universities within a 15 minute drive:

- Point Park University (5 mins / 2 miles)
- Duquesne University (6 mins / 2 miles)
- Carlow University (7 mins / 3.5 miles)
- University of Pittsburgh (11 mins / 4.3 miles)
- Carnegie Mellon University (14 mins / 4.8 miles)

Hospitals within a 15 minute drive:

- UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital (7 mins / 3.6 miles)
- UPMC Mercy (7 mins / 2.5 miles)
- UPMC Montefiore (8 mins / 3.7 miles)
- Select Specialty Hospital (9 mins / 3.9 miles)
- UPMC Presbyterian (10 mins / 3.9 miles)
- UPMC Children's Hospital ( 11 mins / 5.1 miles)
- Pittsburgh VA Medical Center (11 mins / 4.8 miles)
- West Penn Hospital (12 mins / 5.1 miles)
- Allegheny General Hospital (13 mins / 4.3 miles)
- Western Pennsylvania Hospital (14 mins / 6.9 miles)

Property manager

Nicole Chonko

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 2 stairs to reach property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111.5 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

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Pittsburgh, PA

What's nearby

  • Station Square - 3 min drive
  • PPG Paints Arena - 4 min drive
  • Acrisure Stadium - 6 min drive
  • PNC Park - 6 min drive
  • Rivers Casino - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Palm Garden Station - 4 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Station - 9 min drive
  • Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gateway Clipper Fleet - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sly Fox Taphouse at The Point - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Grand Concourse Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bigham Tavern - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blue Haven - 8 mins to Downtown & Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Blue Haven - 8 mins to Downtown & Pet-Friendly ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Haven - 8 mins to Downtown & Pet-Friendly ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Blue Haven - 8 mins to Downtown & Pet-Friendly located?

Located in Mount Washington, this apartment building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Duquesne Incline and within 3 mi (5 km) of PPG Paints Arena and Acrisure Stadium. PNC Park is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away. Station Square Station is 24 minutes by foot.

The Blue Haven - 8 mins to Downtown & Pet-Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

2.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Xaiver Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Everything was clean and looked exactly like the booking. It is a short drive away from most activites in pittsburgh making it a great place to stay. I would definetly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Haven Review
House was very cleanly with easy to use AC and heat. Nice kitchen and appliances with plenty of other amenities. Bedrooms were comfortable, spacious and clean. Great updated bathroom with plenty of hot water. Communication with the host was efficient. Only negative comments would be house is on top of a tricky hill to navigate, and is a shared level apt. Host was great Easy check in and check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Concert stay
We were very impressed with the whole experience. From the communication with the owner to the cleanliness of the house.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Misty

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a complete disaster. The property was not described accurately and I was unable to access the property. I’m still dealing with VRBO to receive my refund. Quite honestly this property should not be listed to rent out. The owner refused to refund my money even though I was unable to access the property and many deficiencies at the property and misleading pictures and lies. It’s basically a scam!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

BILL M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A 5 Star Experience
We were in Pittsburgh primarily for a Steelers game, but also to re-visit our old stomping grounds in Allison Park (north suburb), where we lived years ago when I started my engineering career with USS corp. There were 5 of us in total, all family. Renting a home in Mt Washington was not even on the radar initially, our plan was a hotel downtown, but no go when the Steelers are playing at home. To say we are glad we did would be a huge understatement. It added so much to the experience. The house is in a great location, a very short walk to Grandview Ave and spectacular views overlooking the city. About 0.4 miles to the Duquesne Incline (albeit very hilly) and a little longer walk to the Monongahela incline, but still doable. The house is an a very old neighborhood, typical for many areas in and around Pittsburgh, however the interior has been completely updated and is very lovely and comfortable. A few highlights: 1. Communication with Nicole was superb. She was ultra timely, professional and very thorough, as good as it gets in our experience. 2. Furnishings and supplies in the house were well thought out from a renter's perspective, including things like spices, coffee, paper towels, toilet tissue, hand and bath towels, bedding, and plenty of pillows on the beds and in the living room. 4. Check out was simple and straightforward. A final note. Mt. Washington is extremely hilly, almost crazy hilly. But don't let that deter you, the location is the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shashidhar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Haven
Property was exactly as advertised. We had a great stay just outside of the down town area. A short drive/uber ride away from the heart of the city. Nicole was a gracious host, easy to get ahold of, and offered great recommendations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for downtown fun.
The location of the place is perfect for plans centering around downtown. The place is newly renovated in an older neighborhood. Parking is challenge in the area but there is a parking pad at the back door. The beds were super comfy and helped us get a good night’s sleep. The host was super easy to communicate with and also was proactive to let us know the AC was being worked on before we arrived. Everything was fixed and we were able to enjoy our week.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
The Blue Haven was a great place to stay and it lived up to the listing. All of the rooms were very spacious and clean, and the location was great! Nicole was very easy to communicate with. I would definitely recommend this place, and would stay here again if I'm back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pittsburgh trip
Wonderful place to stay. Clean and well stocked with essentials. Excellent communication between us and the owners. Great location, easy to get to the events and sightseeing that we were doing. Easy drive from the airport. I would highly recommend this property
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fourth of July Fun
The apartment was perfect for us! It had 3 spacious bedrooms with plenty of closet and dresser space. The kitchen had all modern conveniences. We cooked several times and had all the utensils, bowls, pots and pans you could ask for. The bathroom was spacious and loved that all rooms were on the same level. It was perfect for my handicapped mother in law to get around with her walker. The back entrance was just two steps to get to the unit. The apartment was very clean and fresh looking. We brought our dog and found there were dog bowls and a dog bed if we wanted for him. Felt very safe taking our pup for walks in the neighborhood. Nicole was very responsive when we had an issue with the AC. Turned out to be a circuit breaker issue that was quickly fixed. We definitely would rent this apartment again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun in Pittsburgh
We had a great stay! Close to downtown; clean and spacious apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024