The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square

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A house with a stone staircase leading to a front door, a wooden fence with a gate, and a brick wall.
A house with a porch, steps, a mailbox, and a garden hose.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, a sink, a stove, and a dishwasher.
A dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs, a fireplace, and a sofa in a living room.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and coffee table, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a kitchen visible in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Whiskey Row

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Prescott, AZ
  • Place, Yavapai County Courthouse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Whiskey Row
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Prescott College
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Prescott, AZ (PRC-Prescott Municipal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Family room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Prescott

Located in Prescott, this holiday home is in the city centre. Whiskey Row and Sharlot Hall Museum are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Frontier Village Shopping Center and Prescott Gateway Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Prescott Rodeo Grounds or Prescott Valley Town Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Prescott, AZ

What's nearby

  • Yavapai County Courthouse - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whiskey Row - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sharlot Hall Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Prescott College - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Yavapai College - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Prescott, AZ (PRC-Prescott Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doc's Bbq & Whiskey - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Palace Restaurant & Saloon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fire & Sword Speakeasy - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Thumb Butte Coffee Company - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square located?

Located in Nob Hill, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Yavapai County Courthouse and Whiskey Row. Smoki Museum and Sharlot Hall Museum are also within 15 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. 78 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 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 is a charming older home in a great location. It is well equipped and has comfortable bedding. Only about 2 1/2 blocks to the square.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adorable cottage in an excellent location

Great walkability, clean, comfortable, and quiet premises, peaceful backyard, and donut adjacent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location to downtown

Wonderful location with comfy beds and beautiful back patio to enjoy morning coffee or evening wine.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location!

We had a great weekend at The Cottage. It was the perfect location close to restaurants and shopping on the town square. Would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cozy, Cute and Close to the Courthouse

This is the only place we would ever want to stay when spending time in Prescott. The townhouse is adorable, the location is spectacular, and the owner is wonderful to work with. We plan to keep coming back every year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Linda We love having you, as ALWAYS!!! Also, the unit is The Cottage, but The Townhouse is really great also, including just a couple of blocks from downtown!!! Looking forward to having you return in the near future. Larry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location and very nice furnishings

Would definitely stay here again. All the main restaurants 1/4 - 1/2 mile walk. Beautiful neighborhood, nice patio. Larry the owner was super helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Always a great place to stay

This is the third year we rented from Larry and our stay has always been a great escape from the summer heat of southern Arizona. His assistant, Pauline does excellent work and we hired her mid-stay to clean the Cottage. Great location, pet-friendly, and close to downtown Prescott.
Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place

Went to visit Prescott for a couple of days we rented this place. It was amazing. It has everything you ever wanted in a house. I think it was one of the best VRBO’s I rented. I will definitely go back here. You will not find a better place in Prescott.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2025
Kathleen Thank you for your kind words. Since The Cottage is very close to the Historic Courthouse downtown square and the backyard is quaint and shaded during the summer, The Cottage is virtually booked year round with long term renters of one to four months. So I am happy it was available for your stay, and we are very much looking forward to your future stays.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

historic house in historic Prescott

We enjoyed staying in an historic house that was updated. Very comfortable. We especially enjoyed the outside patio under the trees at all times of the day. Walking to the square was wonderful.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Robin I am glad enjoyed your stay. There is no doubt that the back yard on The Cottage is a fantastic place to chill out and relax. We hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A Perfect Prescott AZ Hideaway!

Complete with all amenities...this lovely, bright, and airy 2 bedroom cottage was a perfect retreat during our recent visit to Prescott, Arizona. Larry Schmidt, the owner, was most gracious and accommodating. My husband and I highly recommend this property to anyone seeking the comforts of a charming home, in a quiet neighborhood, with close proximity to the old town of Prescott. If our travels bring us back to Prescott, we would stay here again in a heartbeat! Thank you, Larry for helping to make our Prescott visit a comfortable and happy one! Nancy and Ken
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Place to Stay!

The Cottage is just as nice as the pictures show. The home is spotless, the beds are comfortable, the patio is expansive (we spent a lot of time there), and the kitchen is well appointed. Larry was great to work with and his suggestions of Bin 239 and Rosa's Pizzeria were great, and we especially enjoyed the evening specials at Rosa's (it is so close, we walked there). My wife and I truly appreciated that Larry allowed us to bring along our little miniature schnauzer--she loved the patio too! Goldwater, Lynx and Watson lakes are an easy drive so we visited each and especially enjoyed hiking the trail around Lynx and picnicking at Goldwater Lake. We would recommend this home to others and would definitely stay at The Cottage again.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
David & Shelley Thanks for the kind words. The large rear Cottage patio is very peaceful and relaxing, and it is a consistent positive comment from my renters. Prescott is becoming well known for its hiking and biking trails, particularly the trails at Watson, Willow, Lynx and Goldwater Lakes as you noted, which are a short drive from The Cottage. One of my favorite restaurants as well, is Bin 239. Their wine Sangria is fantastic. Hopefully you will become a repeat renter at The Cottage, and next time try eating at El Gato Azul. This is also a big favorite of mine with their Spanish Tapas menu and unusual main courses. Hope to see you. Sincerely, Larry
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A Great Place To Stay

Recently, while house hunting in Prescott, we wanted to stay close to the downtown area. The Cottage was the perfect choice - charming, comfortable, and it provided everything we needed to enjoy a week in Prescott. The outdoor patio was a great place to sit and relax after days of looking at homes! The evenings were cool (April) so watching movies and the gas fireplace made us feel right at home. Reservations were a breeze and we spoke personally with Larry Schmidt, the owner. His representative met us at The Cottage and showed us where everything was located and answered all of our questions. A very positive experience and we offer our unqualified recommendation – a great place to stay when in Prescott.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Sheri Thanks for the kind words. I hope your house hunting went well. I just read in yesterday's (June 8th) USA Today newspaper that Prescott is the number 3 most desirable U.S. city for retirees and semi-retirees to relocate to. So you better come back and finalize on a house before the onslaught of transferees occurs in Prescott!! Many of the renters that I get in the winter and early spring are from out of state, and in particular the Midwest, trying out Prescott's mild winter and spring weather. Prescott has a true 4 seasons, and each season is mild, so that you can enjoy the tremendous amount of outdoor activities (hiking, biking, kayaking, etc...). You two are welcome back anytime, and I hope you ultimately decide to become Prescottonians in the near future. Sincerely Larry
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Clean & Charming

Larry, This is such a charming home . The home is tastefully decorated with a unique charm. So clean and spacious with so much pantry & drawer space. I so appreciated the lighting system all around the house . Loved the side patio off the living room. Very private and secure for your pets. I can attest that my dog Marley enjoyed this house too. Enjoyed all the many walks around the historic neighborhood and the town square is just a few minutes walk. Goldwater and Lynx Lakes are just an easy 5 minute drive. Great place to hike and fish. Would return again and for a longer stay. We didn't want to leave. Thanks, Sandy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very cute, clean and comfortable. Jonathan the manager was very responsive. Close to downtown where the restaurants and shopping are. We would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location and beautiful property - dog friendly

We decided to do a last minute getaway to Prescott to enjoy the holiday celebrations - which are fantastic! This property has the ideal location that is close to center of town but still gives you a great historic neighborhood feel. The home has plenty of room and provides all the comfort of home. We took our pup so the patio was extremely convenient. Larry was a pleasure to work with. Definitely our go-to for all future trips to Prescott!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming property with great location!

We loved staying here! It was very clean, inviting, spacious and walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Home

We loved our stay in Prescott! The house is so charming and clean! Larry was so wonderful to work with. Great communication and easy to check in and out. The location couldn't have been better. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2020
Liz I am glad that you and your family enjoyed The Cottage and donwtown Prescott. Our current autumn weather has been fabulous. I look forward to your future visit, and keep in mind if The Cottage is reserved that there are two other units that could be available...The Townhouse and The Terrace. Have a fantastic Holiday Season with your family. Larry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Awesome rental. Walk to everything. Lovely fireplace. Super cozy
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Cottage in Prescott!

This cottage is absolutely beautiful and quaint! Very close to all the action. I LOVED the garden tub and the water was hotter than my own at home! Great communication with property owner. I would 100% rent again!! Without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

We enjoyed this perfect location and how clean and comfortable it was. Really enjoyed the patio also !!! Can’t wait to go back !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

More Than We Expected

Great home. Great location. Great experience! We are already booked to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charming cottage - great for long weekend or more

Very charming cottage on a quiet street in historic neighborhood, near downtown / Whiskey row. Very comfortable accommodations, great back patio for small-group entertaining, modern amenities. Easy check-in / check-out and very attentive owner made for a relaxing weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Prescott Adventure

Just as advertised - Larry is a class act - nice property
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa from California

Our stay here was very nice! Although there were only 3 of us, we had planned on possibly 5 , the house was very cozy and comfortable! It had everything we needed and then-some! I would definitely stay here again! It's pretty quiet, clean, the patio is great, we made dinner one night and had everything we needed! Thank you Larry- We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect in every way.

I cannot praise this house enough. It is spacious, sparkling clean, and beautifully appointed. The location is a five minute walk to the charming downtown and excellent restaurants. But the best thing about the house was the wonderful patio. Our extended family, in town for the ERAU graduation, came over for a barbecue, and the beautiful landscaping and ample outdoor seating made the afternoon and evening a delight. Everyone commented on how lovely the house was. An award plaque for best historical restoration was well deserved. If you are coming to Prescott, this is the place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
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