Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7102 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Boise, ID

Boise State University19 min walk
ExtraMile Arena4 min drive
Albertsons Stadium4 min drive
Boise, ID (BOI)5 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to our cozy cottage incredibly close to all you might want in downtown Boise while situated in a quiet neighborhood and comfortable enough to make you feel like you never want to leave. In fact, you can walk to BSU, downtown, the capital, Morrison Center, Boise River, Anne Frank Memorial, museums, restaurants,the Greenbelt and more. Leave your vehicle behind and walk, scooter or Uber easily around town. If are arriving by air, the airport is a short 5 – 7 minute drive from the cottage. Winter skiing at Bogus Basin is only 45 minutes away and a visit to and from the mountain resort town of McCall is well within a day’s drive. If you are performing at the Morrison Center, this home is perfectly situated for you!

Originally build in 1947, our place has been completely remodeled including the beautifully horticulturalist designed and maintained landscaping and large yard. Our three bedroom, two bathroom home can comfortably sleep 6 (or 7 if someone is up for the couch). All bedding and towels are brand new with luxurious comfort in mind. In fact, we completely remodeled the home specifically to place it on the short term rental market so the majority of the furnishings are brand new, as well.

We are passionate about cooking so our recently remodeled kitchen is well appointed and even has spices and seasonings to get you started. The kitchen has a Keurig coffee maker and we provide some coffee to get you going. If you prefer to cook outside, the cottage also has a BBQ on its charming backyard patio. The house has two refrigerators and a small wine refrigerator so you will not run out of room and has both heading and air-conditioning. The house also has a washer and dryer and we include the detergent for your convenience.

Once at the house, we have restaurant menus and literature to help you plan your stay. A supermarket, Starbucks and several restaurants are very close by adding to the convenience of our location. Further, we are located nearby and are always at your service for recommendations or assistance.

When you travel, it can be difficult to find a home away from home that feels cozy and clean while affordable and convenient. Our cottage is all of that and more. Please call us and/or schedule your visit with us today. You will not be disappointed.

Property manager

Leland Barkes

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Boise

Located in Boise, this holiday home is in the city centre. Eighth Street Marketplace and Belgravia Building are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Morrison-Knudsen Nature Center and Kathryn Albertson Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Roaring Springs Waterpark, or check out an event or a game at ExtraMile Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Boise, ID

What's nearby

Boise State University - 19 min walk
Idaho Central Arena - 3 min drive
Boise Centre - 4 min drive
ExtraMile Arena - 4 min drive
Albertsons Stadium - 4 min drive

Getting around

Boise Station - 4 min drive
Boise Airport (BOI) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 4 min walk
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Little Dutch Garden - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min walk
Taco Bell - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Boise Depot and Boise State University. Ann Morrison Park and Oregon Trail Memorial Bridge are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Noah D.

21 Oct 2023

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

Awesome stay!

We greatly enjoyed our stay here.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

9 Sept 2023

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

This spot was perfect!

Great location and the large backyard, patio and grill setup was perfect for our group of friends to enjoy our weekend. We were in Boise for a motorcycle show/event at the old state penitentiary so we did have a few extra friends come by and the neighbors were accepting and as far as I know did not complain about the bikes. This place had everything we needed and then some! Location is ideal also, grocery store right up the road and anything else you could need within minutes! The house is a great setup and even nicer than the photos show but the backyard (especially this time of year) is what really made the trip for us! Stretch out after the drive and yoga in the grass in mornings! Highly recommended!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jami B.

21 Aug 2023

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

Quaint and Comfortable

This property was stocked with everything we needed in order to have a very comfortable stay. The neighborhood was quiet, central location just a few minutes from downtown but felt like it’s off the beaten path. We couldn’t enjoy the backyard because it was too hot while we were in town but if you enjoy sitting outside you will also love the yard. Also there was amazing loaf of the best French bread waiting for us! I did eat that whole thing. It was an unexpected surprise :) This is a great cozy getaway.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

27 July 2023

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

Nice place

What we were expecting. Clean and quiet.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan M.

4 July 2023

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

Positively Perfect

Amazing. It was a lovely little cottage, homely and cozy. True to its name. Conveniently located, very accommodating, and clean. Worth the price over any nearby hotel. Perfect for hosting a small BBQ get-together or even a night watching TV. Highlynrecommend

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Leland Barkes

Hi there! Let us introduce ourselves. We are so excited to have you come stay at our beloved cottage. We, ourselves, enjoy the cottage on weekend stays from our home. In fact, Carol uses the cottage as a writer's getaway where she co-authored her best selling book, Success Breakthroughs, with Jack Canfield (Chicken Soup for the Soul author). Even though we are minutes away, it still feels like a country get away when we are at the cottage. We love how close we are to the Saturday market and enjoying walking down to it to get fresh bread and veggies, etc for our dinners. We love to hike, explore and eat at all the cool new places cropping up around town. Carol is a best selling author, international speaker and former sommelier so she is a great source for wine tips - we have quite a few great wineries in the area and she is happy to point you in the right direction. Leland is a horticulturist and an avid fly-fisherman so if you want tips on where to try your luck, just ask. Finally, we have 4 children and Carol teaches at BSU so we can help you with family/college information, too.

Why they chose this property

Why not this property? Great linens and towels, beautifully appointment, washer and dryer, and location, location, location. We have made our cottage with us, as travelers, in mind. What we want, we put in for you. If you need anything, we are here.

What makes this property unique

We love how cozy our cottage is and we love the location. We also really appreciate the size of our spacious yard complete with open land behind us. It gives us much privacy and peacefulness. We have had deer, wild turkeys, coyotes, hawks, cranes and other wildlife in our neighborhood so while we are so close to the downtown, we still have the influence of nature within our neighborhood. In our backyard, there is a huge, old sycamore tree that houses several squirrels. They are super fun to watch bounce around while enjoying time on the back patio.