11 Maynard Place is a spacious, light-filled 1850 house, tucked away on a private cul-de-sac of similar size-residences a short distance to Harvard Sq & the Red Line. Close to Charles River recreational opportunities. Private green garden & patio! 1st floor is high above the street, providing abundant natural light & cross-ventilation. Front entrance opens to entry hall & generous, light-filled 31.5'-foot living room with 3 exposures & 2 French doors to the 21'-foot south-facing deck. Many antique wood floors. Dining room, on north side, opens to kitchen. Half-bath completes 1st level. Level 2: large bedroom & adjacent sitting room/study, with bath ensuite. A 10' x 6.25' room would make 2nd study. 2nd bedroom with 2 exposures & 2nd full bth. 3rd floor: 3 bedrooms & 3rd full bath. Layout offers unusual flexibility. High-ceiling full-footprint basement is almost street-grade. Updated heating & electrical. By convention, there is a full-size parking space directly in front of residence.