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A Villa Steps from Harbor East with Indoor Pool and 6-Car Parking Sleeps 12

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12600.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Baltimore, MD
  • National Aquarium in Baltimore
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Oriole Park at Camden Yards
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 4 - Den

1 Double Murphy Bed

Den

1 Double Murphy Bed

The Milan Room

2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

The Tuscany Room

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

The Venice Room

1 King Bed and 2 Child Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

A Villa Steps from Harbor East with Indoor Pool and 6-Car Parking Sleeps 12

This spacious mansion is located at the heart of Baltimore’s Little Italy (“Piccola Italia”). This is a historic and vibrant community offering cultural festivals throughout the year picturesque street scape and authentic bakeries and restaurants featuring multi-region Italian cuisines.

Guests thoroughly enjoy the retreat-like Palazzo style mansion featuring:
• A large indoor pool
• A spa main bathroom
• A yoga studio
• A large indoor garage with parking for 6 cars (two EV charging stations are available).
• Covered porch with all equipped outdoor kitchen and several seating areas

The mansion is fashioned after an Italian Villa with painted ceilings, expansive marble hallways adorned with Romanesque columns, and is bathed in lots of natural light from 13 skylights.

The property built in 1991, has been on the Little Italy tours, and was featured in two TV series. The Washington Post called this property “Little Italy’s Landmark of Luxury” and the Baltimore Sun dubbed it “the Row Palace.” Most recently the house has been featured by the Baltimore Banner among best short-term rental gems in Baltimore.

The Villa is located steps from Baltimore's most sought-after neighborhood, Harbor East, featuring
• boutique shops,
• fine dining
• vibrant nightlife.

Among available establishments are
• Whole Foods market
• The Baltimore Aquarium
• Johns Hopkins
• Sports arenas
• Convention center.

The combination of location and space, make this an unbeatable choice!

The mansion is perfect for wedding stays, family reunions, office retreats, convention stays, or just a pampering visit of Charm City.

You are welcome to entertain visitors for small events. Please disclose these. Extra fees will apply.

Property manager

Ilana Mittman
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
With prior approval, extra charges apply.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only registered guests are allowed to stay overnight. You may have visitors, but will need to disclose them and extra fees might apply.
If you are holding an event in the house, you will need to sign a brief short term rental agreement (eDoc).
To allow coverage for loss and injuries you will need to provide the names of guests staying with you. The information is kept confidential.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: With prior approval, extra charges apply.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-963858

About the area

Baltimore

Located in Baltimore, this villa is in the city centre. Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina and Baltimore Cruise Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Arundel Mills Mall. Travelling with kids? Make time for National Aquarium in Baltimore, or head to an event or a match at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, sailing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Baltimore, MD

What's nearby

  • National Aquarium in Baltimore - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Baltimore Convention Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina - 19 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Oriole Park at Camden Yards - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Shot Tower-Market Place Station - 9 min walk
  • West Baltimore Station - 11 min drive
  • Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Attman's Delicatessen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Moe's Seafood - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sweetgreen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dalesio's Of Little Italy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Angeli's Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does A Villa Steps from Harbor East with Indoor Pool and 6-Car Parking Sleeps 12 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is A Villa Steps from Harbor East with Indoor Pool and 6-Car Parking Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Villa Steps from Harbor East with Indoor Pool and 6-Car Parking Sleeps 12 ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Villa Steps from Harbor East with Indoor Pool and 6-Car Parking Sleeps 12 ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Villa Steps from Harbor East with Indoor Pool and 6-Car Parking Sleeps 12 located?

Located in the centre of Baltimore, this family-friendly villa is within a 15-minute walk of Charm'tastic Mile and National Aquarium in Baltimore. Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina and Baltimore Convention Center are also within 1 mile (2 km). Shot Tower-Market Place Station is 9 minutes by foot and Johns Hopkins Hospital Station is 19 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cecila p.

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

Baptism

This will be our second stay at the villa. Last year for my son's wedding and this year for my grandson's baptism. The villa is perfect for any family gathering, large clean kitchen, dining table for 12 and living room with multiple sitting areas. I look forward to staying here since I know it will be beyond clean and organized. It is a weight lifted off my shoulders since I always know it will look great. Oven bird catered the event and Whole Foods is an easy walk from villa for last minute items. I will always book my Baltimore trips here, there is no reason to go anywhere else for a family trip. Thank you for sharing this beautiful property with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

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

Excellent and fun place for a family

We stayed here for Christmas with our adult children. This place was huge and fun. Indoor pool was great. Kitchen had everything for our annual Christmas Eve dinner. Easy walk to Harbor East and Inner Harbor. Close to shopping and tons of great restaurants. Host Ilana was very responsive to questions. We didn’t have any problems. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Reunion Venue

We had a small family reunion and the house was perfect! The Kitchen is well stocked, the spaces allowed everyone to spread out and enjoy conversations. Would love to come back in the summer to take advantage of the amazing BBQ terrace.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna S.

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

Wonderful long weekend stay

Our stay was simply amazing . The home was well equipped with everything you can imagine and the host was easily accessible and answered all our questions. We held a small reception event and everyone was impressed with the property and facilities. Would highly recommend the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

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

Truly Exceptional!

We enjoyed the most wonderful stay at this stunning property the week of our daughter’s wedding. The villa is absolutely breathtaking! It was decorated so beautifully with so many special artistic touches. The villa is situated in a perfect location in Little Italy Baltimore close to the Inner Harbor, numerous restaurants, a famous bakery and other sites. We made our reservations months in advance and the host was very responsive and helpful as we were planning our stay. We arrived during a heatwave and were greeted by the host with glasses of ice cold water. The host also took the time to write our family a congratulatory card and also left a thoughtful gift basket for the bride. These acts of kindness continued throughout our stay as the host made courtesy check ins with us to ensure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. The villa is truly luxurious with marble floors and beautiful furnishings. It was immaculate. The host stocked the home with all the amenities and supplies we needed. The indoor pool was a special treat. The water was the perfect temperature and everything was very clean with towels and pool floats provided. We all felt very pampered. Staying at this beautiful villa truly made our week of wedding festivities even more special for our family. We are very grateful to the host for everything she did for us to make this important time in our lives even more memorable. I highly recommend this property. We can't wait to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

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

Perfect in every way

The home is in the perfect location. The host is a wonderful person and very easy to get along with!! The home is absolutely stunning!!We can’t wait to return Oh
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby R.

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

Little Italy House

Our stay was nothing less than amazing, Ilana was so accommodating for our stay! I would highly recommend this luxurious house if you’re looking for a little getaway in Baltimore. I couldn’t have asked for a better host and a more beautiful price of property to have all of my wedding party and family get ready in. Thank you for making my day a memorable one and I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Carlene W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Loved the location- did NOT like the host.

The location and space was AMAZING- however was completely over shadowed by the host who emailed me completely inappropriate questions regarding my itinerary for the weekend, the NAMES of my guest and then also asked to send pictures to show that they are ‘inclusive.’ Now I’m not sure if that is cause I am black, my partner and I are gay, or that we are in an interracial relationship- but I don’t think we should be asked to be put on display for that reason. She also went on the internet and looked up information about myself and my wife. There were 7 women at the house between the ages of 38 and 55- to feel like we were doing something ‘wrong’ because of all the outside emails prior to our stay, was just not a good feeling at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Beautiful Property

The house was amazing for our large group. Extremely clean with lots of activities including a huge pool with diving board!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janis B.

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

A Christmas in Tuscany - but in Little Italy, Baltimore!

This jewel of a "Palazzo" in the middle of Little Italy is just outstanding. From the moment you open the door, it's just a "Wow". Perfect for our adult children - they made excellent use of the indoor pool and beautiful facilities. As they went from room to room, they just kept saying, "OMG!" The bedrooms are all wonderful with en suite baths. Every room is outstanding. We just wish the weather was warmer so that we could have taken advantage of the Loggia. What a terrific outdoor space. We may as well have been in Tuscany. Our family had a Christmas holiday they will talk about for a long time. Our thanks to Ilana for all of her help and her friendly welcome. She was responsive to every inquiry we had. A super host indeed!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward K.

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

Exceptional Home

So much love and care put into this beautiful space in Little Italy. Homey yet elegant. Pool is something else! Perfect place for any occasion really. We used it as a home base for work but easily a place to host elegant meals and family gatherings. A truly exceptional place. We will return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren P.

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

Beautiful Venue for Bridal Party

This villa provided a beautiful backdrop for my bridal party to stay in, and to get ready and get photos before our wedding. Ilana was very responsive to messages through VRBO, and through texting, and met us at the home to provide a thorough tour at check-in and to provide and overview of all of the amenities. The security features of the home were numerous, convenient, and easy to use and understand. The house was also filled with a number of amenities to use (soaps, paper goods, coffee), which helped our stay be stress free. The beds and rooms were very comfortable! This is a beautiful, luxurious property, meaning that there are a number of rules to ensure the property is kept in good shape, so I would certainly recommend this property for responsible adults, but would recommend doing research on the house rules if you plan to travel with children in your party. The connected garage was very convenient, as was the very affordable and accessible Little Italy parking garage down the street. The property is conveniently located to a number of great Little Italy restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

gwendolyn w.

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

Family gathering in Baltimore

Lovely host, amazing house, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

KC S.

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

Amazing Property, Wonderful Stay!

This property is truly one of a kind! The 3 main bedrooms as spacious and well-appointed, and the office with murphy bed serves as a wonderful fourth bedroom. We also had air mattresses set up in the gym/fitness studio, which allowed added sleeping capacity. The outdoor loggia and indoor pool provided incredible wow-factor gathering spaces, as did the huge living room, dining room, and kitchen. Everything was provided, from laundry detergent to coffee and espresso to extra towels. The spacious garage is an added bonus. The owner is right next door, and is super helpful and responsive for anything needed during your stay. The location was lovely -- walkable to inner harbor, Fell's Point, and many other downtown spot. Highly recommended!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T., Palmdale, CA

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

Perfect Family Gathering Home

Our large family had an amazing experience in Ilana’s Little Italy home and could not have asked for anything more perfect. The location was amazing…in the heart of a family neighborhood, two doors down from a beautiful church, across the street from a delicious bakery, within walking distance of everything on the harbor, and a couple blocks away from Cafe Gia Ristorante….an incredible, locally owned family restaurant that is a taste of Italy. The house was impeccably clean, beautifully appointed in every way, and had more than enough blankets, pillows, towels, and provisions for everyone’s comfort. The dining room and terrace tables were perfect for our large family dinners, the pool was awesome for the kids to be able to get their wiggles out, and the kitchen was large enough for multiple cooks and cleaners to work together. Ilana was incredibly kind, greeted us with generosity, set up extra air mattresses for the kids, and was always just around the corner if we needed anything. The kids said they would never forget their amazing trip with their family to ‘The Mansion House’. Ilana, THANK YOU! I could not have asked for anything more and we are all so grateful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Incredible!

I’ve been to Baltimore many times, but this was my first time staying in Little Italy. I have to say, this will now be the place I’m staying at in Baltimore for my future trips! The house was incredible! Plenty of space, clean, and quiet! It had everything we needed for a wonderful long weekend. The best part was Ilana and her attention to detail! She made sure we had everything we needed and made the best recommendations for food around the area. I have stayed in many VRBO’s and other houses and this was the best, by far! I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G.

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

really enjoyed our stay

Great home in a great location. Indoor pool was a nice bonus. Host was very responsive to any questions and requests.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline w., Harrisburg pa

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

Amazing home in an amazing neighborhood

We rented this beautiful home to celebrate my daughter’s 16th birthday. She invited nine friends and there was plenty of space for all of us. The pool was amazing.! The neighborhood had great shopping including lululemon and feee people,plus boutiques. These girls were in heaven to be able to shop and stop at Starbucks and enjoy the area. We ate at cafe gias for dinner and had a wonderful meal. I highly recommend this rental. The owner was so wonderful and helpful. Just a wonderful weekend getaway to celebrate my daughters 16th birthday! Thank u Llana!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fabulous Stay at "La Dolce Vita"

Ilana’s and Scott’s property in Baltimore’s Little Italy neighborhood is truly amazing and exceptional. It is incredibly spacious and extremely well maintained, impeccably clean and cared for throughout the house. The “extra” amenities are frankly fabulous: the indoor pool, a beautiful outdoor terrace dining area with summer kitchen, the indoor parking spaces. The main kitchen is lavishly equipped with top-of-the-line appliances, and the living room and bedrooms have large screen TVs that work seamlessly with the excellent WiFi service. This is a wonderful home for a large family visiting Baltimore; we had six adults and three children very comfortably accommodated. And to top it all off, Ilana was a wonderful hostess. Pre-arrival communications with her were easy and helpfully informative, and when we arrived in Baltimore, Ilana graciously gave us a personal tour of the property which was invaluable in helping us navigate the large space with its many features. We unreservedly recommend this property, would give it twice the top star rating, and look forward to returning for another stay in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Baltimore Palazzo

An absolutely stunning property with incredible space and luxury. The owners were gracious and very accommodating. This whole experience was delightful and we , as a family, would do it again…
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Latia T.

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

60th celebration

The property was very nice and clean property manager live next door.. Cambridge was everywhere outside of the home ... and at some point I think there was some hidden cameras in the house ... no privacy.. the 2 day went fast..I but I'm thankful and blessed that I can share this moment with my mother and family and friends on this land 🙏🏾 ❤️ could have been cheaper... but the price is the price😃😃
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod H.

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

Absolutely amazing home and in a beautiful area you would not believe all that comes with

Absolutely amazing home and in a beautiful area you would not believe all that comes with It. Including a special feature of a indoor pool. The host are so kind and thoughtful. This beautiful home is a must if in Baltimore.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod H.

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

Absolutely Amazing

This Villa is hands down by far the most amazing place we have stayed in by far. The attention to detail and the amount of space is unmatched. The owners are so outgoing absolutely delightful and welcoming you couldn’t ask for a better home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ilana Mittman

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We are both healthcare professionals who love urban living and have made Baltimore City our home since 2004. We love all things Italian, and have traveled to Italy on multiple occasions marveling in its medieval towns, architecture, art, scenery, wine and food. We took great care to make sure our guests enjoy the best that hospitality has to offer with an Italian flare.

We bought the Villa to prevent it's demolition and turning the space into a high rise with multiple units at the heart of our beloved historic neighborhood steps from St. Leo's Church. This was a community preservation project and a labor of love.

Why they chose this property

This property is extra ordinarily spacious for a city dwelling, the house is prefect for entertaining and comfortably accommodating families or friends wanting to spend leisure time together. The location is ideal - being in the heart of historic Little Italy, and within walking distance from Baltimore's best restaurants and tourist attractions. This grandeur space has been featured in the Washington Post, the Baltimore Sun and the Baltimore Banner. It has also been used in two TV series.

What makes this property unique

Central location; up to SIX generous parking spots; heated indoor pool; gym; gourmet kitchen; spacious bedrooms with sleeping arrangements accommodating 12; fully equipped den; two porches one with outdoor kitchen. The Villa is very well suited for family gatherings; small events; medical tourism and turn-key short luxury stays.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests