The Drinking Gourd: Stunning Penthouse in Historic Downtown Cambridge

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A living room with a dark gray sofa, a small round table, and a green throw blanket. There is a brick accent wall and a ceiling fan.
Exterior
A marina with multiple boats docked, a grassy area, and a small building with a red roof.
A paved pathway with benches on either side, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating, a dock with boats, and a building with a green awning.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Gerry Boyle Park at Great Marsh

Popular amenities

  • Toys
  • Breakfast for a fee
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Cambridge, MD
  • Place, Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Episcopal Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Choptank River Lighthouse
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

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About the area

Cambridge

Located by the sea, this condo is in Downtown Cambridge, a neighbourhood in Cambridge. Chesapeake Bay and Bill Burton Fishing Pier State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Richardson Maritime Museum and Dorchester Arts Center. Ruark Boatworks and Bay Country Shop are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hunting.
Map
Cambridge, MD

What's nearby

  • Richardson Maritime Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Christ Episcopal Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Choptank River Lighthouse - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gerry Boyle Park at Great Marsh - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station - 6 min drive
  • Easton, MD (ESN-Easton - Newnam) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Thaitalian Infusion Cuisine - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Drinking Gourd: Stunning Penthouse in Historic Downtown Cambridge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Drinking Gourd: Stunning Penthouse in Historic Downtown Cambridge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Drinking Gourd: Stunning Penthouse in Historic Downtown Cambridge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Drinking Gourd: Stunning Penthouse in Historic Downtown Cambridge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Drinking Gourd: Stunning Penthouse in Historic Downtown Cambridge located?

Located in Downtown Cambridge, this condo building is steps away from Richardson Maritime Museum, Christ Episcopal Church and Dorchester County Courthouse. Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center and Dorchester Arts Center are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Gorgeous apartment!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was personally accessible during stay, responded quickly, and went the extra mile with wonderful touches left around the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful place, just like in the pictures, in a very convenient location. Everything was clean and in good working order. Pre-visit communications from Jennifer were excellent and she answered all of our questions quickly. We will definitely stay here again the next time we're in Cambridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, lovely space!

This was such a cozy, comfortable space for a girls weekend away. We loved the charm of the old building paired with thoughtful amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy spot close to everything

The Drinking Gourd was clean, cozy and attractive. In spite of its central location, it was quiet. We would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Beautiful property within walking distance of multiple restaurants. Came here for the half Ironman and it was great to be close to the venue. The church bell did ring several times through the night which didn wake me up. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
It was great to walk to our dinner location at Portside Seafood Restaurant! It was really good there!!! Everything was clean at the apartment. But it was extremely loud at night. Loud people, music and cars.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great location, gorgeous apartment!

Had a wonderful stay. The apartment is gorgeous! Getting in was a little bit of a challenge - the key was hard to get out and it was dark and pouring rain. But once we got in everything else was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perfect Spot

Our 3 night stay was absolutely perfect for our family of six! As a native of the area I was thrilled to be able to come back to my home town and stay right in the heart of downtown Cambridge. There are several restaurants and shops within walking distance and great views of downtown. The space was great, comfortable beds, and modern updates. Our host Jen was responsive and made sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful time at the Drinking Gourd

I surprised my husband by whisking him off for a Valentine's Day of fun at RAR brewery with two of our best friends from college - and then we walked down the street to stay at the beautiful Drinking Gourd. Such a lovely place. HUGE high ceilings and wonderful old doors, mixed with all the modern conveniences we needed for a night. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Funeral

Our grandparents are interned at the Old Trinity Church in Woolford. When our mother passed away we decided to lay her to rest there also. I looked for a place that the 5 of us would be comfortable. I was not disappointed. The condo was beautiful. We had all the creature comforts of home. Beds were comfortable, place was clean and parking was perfect. We will definitely use this place again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

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

Cambridge Gem

Third floor walk up that makes quite an impression when you open the door. Very high ceilings in an open concept living space which makes it feel so grand when in it. The massive doors have stunning brass fittings and trim which I have never seen before. The kitchen is spacious and well appointed. The beds comfy Towels fresh and soft. Massive windows add to the openness of the space. Everything is walking distance to the charming town center. Parking is included. We would definitely book again if the opportunity arises. This time we were in for a wedding and it was perfect for that
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10. Great location, loved the apartment, easy check in, great shops and dining nearby
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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