Expansive, charming, sunny 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with driveway parking, large back patio overlooking a lush, cool backyard garden available for March 1.

Step into an oversize entryway with stairs and coat closet. The gracious living room flows directly into the dining room and from there the cook's kitchen, perfectly appointed for those that take food seriously and also great for the casual chef. On the second floor four bedrooms of varying sizes, medium to large, are grouped around the stair and hallway, the smallest bedroom graced with built in cabinets, shelves, and a Murphy Bed. One full bathroom on the second floor. The third floor accommodates an aerie bedroom suite, with its own full bathroom and walk-through closet. Washer and dryer and additional storage in basement.

Outdoors, a generous patio and substantial garden offers a welcome respite from the hectic outside world.

The house is 10 minutes from Harvard Square, 20 minutes from Central Square. Nearby shopping includes Trader Joe's and Star Market on Western Avenue, and the Riverside (Cambridge) Whole Foods just across the Charles. Great restaurants and nightlife abound in every direction.

There is a self-contained studio in the back that has been rented separately.

Pets considered on a case-by-case basis.

First month's rent and a security deposit and broker fee each equal to one month's rent due at lease signing.