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The Perfect Vacation Cottage

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A house with a covered porch, a number '140' on the front, and a garden with various plants and flowers.
A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table with wine glasses, and a patterned rug.
A two-story house with a brown exterior and white trim, featuring a front porch with white railings and a small window.
A dining area with a table set for two, a vase of flowers, and a kitchen in the background.
A house with a porch, white railings, and a number '140' on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Games

    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.

  • At the centre of it all

    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Oregon Shakespeare Festival
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Ashland, OR
  • Place, Lithia Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Allen Elizabethan Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Oregon Shakespeare Festival
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Medford, OR (MFR-Rogue Valley Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Perfect Vacation Cottage

Central Avenue Cottages is licensed by the city of Ashland and is a charming turn of the Century house that has been tastefully remodeled to accommodate the needs of seasoned travelers.
Surrounded by gorgeous gardens and located in the quiet historic district, this gem is just 2 blocks from the heart of downtown Ashland. The Oregon Shakespeare Festival Theaters, fine and casual dining, shopping, and beautiful Lithia Park are a short walk away.
You will find this an ideal location for your visit to Ashland!
(business license # 006306/planning action #11-649)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

I welcome your infants and children over 8

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

There is no smoking anywhere on the property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 175956vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ashland

Located in Ashland, this holiday home is near a water park. Oregon Cabaret Theatre and Medford Carnegie Library are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North Mountain Park and Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum and The RRRink are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Map
Ashland, OR

What's nearby

  • Lithia Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Allen Elizabethan Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Angus Bowmer Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Oregon Shakespeare Festival - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oregon Cabaret Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Medford, OR (MFR-Rogue Valley Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skout Taphouse & Provisions - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Bar and Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mix Sweet Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Martolli's Hand Tossed Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brothers' Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Perfect Vacation Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Perfect Vacation Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Perfect Vacation Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Perfect Vacation Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Perfect Vacation Cottage located?

Situated in Ashland, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Ashland Creek, Lithia Park and Allen Elizabethan Theatre. Angus Bowmer Theatre and Thomas Theatre are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was just as advertised and so conveniently located to the plaza and festival. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely comfortable cottage with all the amenities you could want and close to downtown and the OSF theaters. Will definitely stay there again any time we travel to Ashland.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every thing worked nicely in the house. It was very easy to walk into downtown Ashland. The host checked on us to see if everything was okay. Restaurants were busy but handling volume pretty well. The house was wonderful and the garden was fabulous
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, clean, comfortable cottage with a beautiful quiet garden. Close to downtown, we always walked to the park and plays. We are a satisfied repeat couple.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely relaxed house with great outdoor spaces. We've stayed several times and find it cozy, restful and convenient
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ashland stay

Lovely house for our visit
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Easy Living

Peaceful, clean, very equipped, private, quiet, great location, easy check-in, sweet garden views
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house! Comfortable, clean, nice kitchen, wonderful seating out front. We'll be back again next year, I hope!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Ashland Vacation

Great location, nice neighborhood and very comfortable home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cottage

The cottage was perfect, clean beautifullly furnished. Good location to walkable Ashland.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Feels like home

We have stayed at this place many times in the past and just love the homey feel and how well equipped it is! Every time we stay here, it feels like coming home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay

Great cottage. Short distance from Shakespeare fest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House made a pleasant backdrop against which we could visit with friends, eat, and get in a couple of plays.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay at idyllic cottage

Lovely cottage, easy walk to the center of town and theaters. Beautiful terrace in front!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful cottage immaculately maintained in a location that can’t be beat, walkable to downtown, OSF and Lithia Park. As two couples, we also appreciated having two bathrooms! Highly recommend, and hope to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We love this place and will stay again

This is our 2nd time staying at this home and again we had a wonderful time with no issues. Very close to the theaters, nice outdoor patio seating, kitchen with everything we needed, very clean, perfect for 2 couples with the 2 bathrooms. We will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anchorage couple visiting Ashland for the first, third week in October 2023

Location, setting, and amenities most perfect. Third week in October best time to visit with autumn leaves and cooler temps.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

Very comfortable, quiet and beautiful home. Great, walkable, location. Perfect for our long weekend visit to Ashland
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A comfortable home in central Ashland

A very quiet, relaxing location just a few blocks from central Ashland. Beautiful private grounds saw us sitting, reading, and eating outdoors. A cozy, comfortable house with all necessary conveniences.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ashland Cottage

Excellent location, a very short walk to town. Clean and well-equipped. Lot’s of attention to little details that make it an ideal place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Close to theaters and downtown. Loved sitting on the private front porch for chat sessions. Very peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Quiet neighborhood but super close to shows and town. I wish we could have stayed longer just to get into the great reading material in this home. We loved sitting on the front porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Delightful Stay

We really enjoyed our stay at the Central Avenue Cottage. Such a comfortable home - private, clean and very well appointed. The weather wasn’t super but had it been better we would have really enjoyed being outside. This was a great place for 2 couples. We have come to OSF for many years and this is definitely one of the best places we’ve stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great theater getaway!

Lovely space. Perfect for four. Everything is walkable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

This was our second stay at this lovely cottage that has everything we needed and more. If we return to Ashland we'll definitely try to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lois Van Aken

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I have lived and worked in this wonderful town for 30 years. I bought this home in 1986 with the dream that someday I would turn it into a travelers accommodation. Over the years I have carefully remodeled and restored this 1900 cottage and I welcomed my first visitors in 2008.

Why they chose this property

What I love about this property is its close proximity to the heart of downtown, the coop, and the park while still maintaining a quiet, natural setting. All are within 3 minutes walking distance so you can leave your car parked in the driveway for days.

What makes this property unique

In addition to the pleasing home and proximity to downtown, you can sit outside on the porch or on the patio and enjoy the beautiful gardens surrounding the home with the green mountains in the background.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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