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Historic & Charming Home In Willamette Valley Wine Country - 1 Block from WOU

Holiday home in Monmouth with kitchen and patio

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MaMere's Guest House - Built in 1891
MaMere's Guest House - Built in 1891
MaMere's Guest House and adjacent Carriage House (event space)
Front porch - 2 comfy rocking chairs
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Western Oregon University
  • Place, Salem Riverfront Park
  • Place, Willamette Valley Vineyards
  • Airport, Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field)

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Magnolia

1 Queen Bed

MaMere's Study

2 Single Beds

Rose Room

1 Single Bed

Starry Night Suite

1 Queen Bed

Sunflower

1 Queen Bed

Wolf Den Suite; 3rd Floor

3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Main floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Shared bathroom; 2nd floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Starry Night Suite Bathroom; 2nd floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Wolf Den Bathroom; 3rd floor.

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historic & Charming Home In Willamette Valley Wine Country - 1 Block from WOU

Historic 5 bedroom + study with daybed, 4 bath home in quaint college town. Perfect for family gatherings, bike tours or wine tasting. Sleeps 14 comfortably. Set amidst a rose garden with an outdoor gazebo in rear courtyard. MaMere's Guest House is charming, unique and colorful inside and out! Built in 1891 and on the National Register of Historic Places, it is a perfect home base to explore local vineyards, visit the coast, or just relax and enjoy a glass of wine amongst the beautiful flowers, while listening to music from the Monmouth Amphitheater in Main Street Park.

Monmouth is a safe and happy little town. Main Street Park is just across the street and has open-air concerts throughout July and August. Downtown Monmouth is dotted with restaurants and various local businesses, and Main Street is just a block away. Easy home base for touring local wineries, visiting your WOU student, graduation, family reunions and for enjoying the 4th of July festivities. Western Oregon University is 1 block away.

1st Floor: Study has a twin and trundle bed, full bathroom, full kitchen, sitting room, dining room
2nd Floor: En Suite w/Queen Bed, shared bathroom for 2 rooms w/Queen Beds, and room w/Twin Bed
3rd Floor: Private bath w/ Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds, 1 cot.

Outside courtyard with gazebo and plenty of seating space.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack and play available upon request.
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Events

No events allowed
Please talk with host about events.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Be considerate of noise level and respectful of our neighbors.
No fire pits.
No coolers in the house.

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
Note from host: Please talk with host about events.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Monmouth

Located in Monmouth, this holiday home is in the city centre. Eola Hills Wine Cellars and Redgate Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sarah Helmick State Recreation Site and Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge. Winegar Park and Whitesell Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Monmouth, OR

What's nearby

  • Western Oregon University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Salem Riverfront Park - 21 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Willamette University - 22 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Willamette Valley Vineyards - 24 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion - 24 min drive - 29.3 km

Getting around

  • Salem Station - 23 min drive
  • Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burgerville - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic & Charming Home In Willamette Valley Wine Country - 1 Block from WOU pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic & Charming Home In Willamette Valley Wine Country - 1 Block from WOU?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic & Charming Home In Willamette Valley Wine Country - 1 Block from WOU?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic & Charming Home In Willamette Valley Wine Country - 1 Block from WOU located?

Located in the heart of Monmouth, this holiday home is steps away from Monmouth Amphitheater, Main Street Park and Western Oregon University. Leonard W. Rice Auditorium and Hamersly Library are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn V.

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

Perfect home for wedding weekend

Emily was amazing to communicate with and we LOVED their beautiful home. It was perfect for our wedding weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

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

Great place for wedding weekend!

This house was so adorable and comfortable! We stayed here with our families for our wedding weekend. Not only did it provide a convenient "home base" that was close to our wedding venue, but it provided a great atmosphere for the two families to get better acquainted. There was plenty of space for everyone to spread out and be comfortable, and we had enough space to finish decorations and flowers. It was also really helpful to be able to cook our own meals. A super cute place that was a huge help during a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

Lovely historic home with lots of charm

Our family rented the entire house for a wedding nearby. The lovely historic house had all the space and amenities we needed to gather as a family and prepare for the wedding celebration. The live music at the bar nearby was a little loud but they shut the music down by 11:00pm so it was no problem, plus our hosts provided ear plugs if anyone wanted to turn in early. The outside patio is beautiful and we enjoyed our morning coffee out there. We really appreciated all the little extras like the fresh cut flowers all over the house. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

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

Graduation weekend

The property greenery cannot be beaten! The grass, flowers and bushes were all so beautiful. The home has small rooms overall and is an old house so don't get surprised. You can hear everything from every room. This did not bother us. The house took my family back to the home we grew up in and that was the most perfect situation. Back yard area was wonderful. We had 4 cars due to everyone arriving at different times, plenty of room for parking. Local grocery stores and restaurants were all very nice and close too. The graduation was in Willamette and the drive to and from was easy and we did not have to deal with ANY graduation groups in Monmouth. It really did work out perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This large, beautiful historic house is conveniently located to several restaurants and an awesome trolly system. The house was beautiful and thoughtfully supplied with more than the usual amenities. The beds were comfortable and the rooms were artistically decorated. Very comfortable accommodations. Would definitely recommend this house especially for large gatherings.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was easy! This charming historical house was perfect for our family. The grandkids enjoyed all the games provided. Lovely patio to enjoy breakfast and a delightful kitty too! The kitchen was equipped with everything you need. A completely wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

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

Just Right

With it's many conversation spots, bedrooms, and bathrooms it was 'just right' for our group. It was warm, comfortable and intriguing. The hosts were very accommodating to our needs. We would stay there again.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Great Stay

The house is so cool. Historic house, great part of town, very well decorated and they've thought of everything you could possibly need. Great communication from the Owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah B.

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

Incredible house, fabulous hosts!

Wow!! My family and I were stunned from the moment we opened the door. It’s a gorgeous house, but the quirky artistic decor and the thoughtful details really made the stay something we will never forget. The communication was excellent, the”check-in” so painless- truly the most memorable place we have ever stayed in. I HIGHLY recommend these host and this beautiful home to anyone! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Beautiful Historic Home!

Wow! What a fantastic stay in quiet and quaint Monmouth! Our only regret is that we could not stay longer at this wonderful location! Thank you Emily and Eli for being so hospitable and communicative!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN D.

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

Emily & Mike are INCREDIBLY AWESOME - don't stay anyplace else!

Absolutely amazing historical place with everything anyone would ever need in terms of accessibility, comforts, & convenience. Emily & Mike are VERY responsive & incredibly thoughtful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Perfect!!

It was the perfect accommodation for our mini family reunion/wedding. We absolutely loved it and plan to come again in the future or even a yearly family get together.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

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

Family time

Great time connecting with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi Marie M.

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

Perfect for our annual girls' trip

We loved almost everything about this home, from the restoration work, to the keurig in every bedroom (so nice for lazy mornings) to the backyard oasis, it was amazing. This housed seven of us comfortably, and plenty of bathrooms to boot. The only thing that would have made it better is a little more counter space in the kitchen, but we made do. The house is one block off of the town's mainstreet and across the street from the park. It was a lovely location with access to all we wanted. Communication with the hosts was quick and easy and the house had all the needed amenities. Beds were comfortable... all in all, a most wonderful vacation home and we highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

Wonderful house and great neighborhood.

Met our needs and the hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

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

Perfect for a Family Reunion

What a wonderful place! So much character! Extremely well-equipped and maintained. Everything was perfect for our family reunion/wedding. Thank you Emily!!!❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Fabulous Historic Home!

We had a wonderful stay at MaMere's! It is an amazing historic three story home (built in the 1890's as a women's dorm). The charm and vintage style was beautiful. The host, Emily was so kind, , flexible, and accommodating. With the use of the Carriage House next door, it was a perfect place for our church leadership retreat!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

State Tourney

Location was perfect for our State Tournament at Western Oregon University. House was amazing and quirky and the kids absolutely loved it. Fit all 9 of us and could have fit 4-5 more. Great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

CARIANN M., Damascus, OR

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

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

This was a perfect property, location, size, amenities… it had it all!! No to mention the owners are extremely friendly, accessible, and accommodating. Lovely historic home with tons of character!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh G.

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

Wonderful Wedding Weekend!

We rented the house for our family during our son's wedding. We LOVED the house! The themed rooms were beautiful and there was plenty of space for us to spread out. The Wolf's Den was perfect for my nephews! We also rented the carriage house and the bridal party had their hair and makeup done there. We enjoyed relaxing on the back patio and the location was perfect for getting to the wedding venue and also close enough to walk to get coffee and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melinda R.

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

Wedding Festivities

We rented this property for our son’s groomsmen and their wives. It was absolutely perfect. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a space in the Salem area to accommodate lots of people comfortably. The hosts were quick to respond to questions and so helpful! We hope to return for an anniversary celebration some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diedre G.

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

Great location

Great location for family and friends. Easy to enjoy all that Monmouth/Independence has to offer. A true gift to enjoy this historical home with great attention to every detail and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth L.

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

Just like the pictures

Mamere's Guest House is beautiful, just like the pictures. Our group of 9 was very comfortable with all the room and bed choices. There are so many more amenities than at other VRBOs - lots of small personal touches that make you know the house is well cared for and loved. We mostly gathered on the lovely patio for eating and card games. We walked to Crush and took up the entire bar for wine flights and dinner. (where folks are very nice!) We drove to Pacific City and climbed the dunes at Camp Kiwanda after enjoying a marionberry scone at the Grateful Bread Bakery. We hiked Silver Falls State Park, drank wine at J. Wrigley Vineyards and took in the gorgeous views from Mount Angel Abbey. And more! The weather was perfect! How wonderful it was to go back to our comfortable "home" in Monmouth after long days of exploring Oregon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann L.

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

WONDERFUL place

We were all so impressed by all the special touches that made our stay so memorable. The history of the house and the effort to restore some of its special features were such a delight. Having games available in the library was a nice touch. Everything was well stocked and easily accessible. The rooms were a delight. The children enjoyed having the park so close by. We also enjoyed being able to walk to nearby restaurants. Everything was so well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Perfect for a Women's Retreat

Everything was clean and the house had a lot of character. Perfect for a weekend with 5 friends.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Emily & Eli

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Three generations of our family are involved with the property in one way or another. We are all adventurers who love to travel and explore new places! Sister and Brother duo, Emily and Eli, are the innkeepers. Owners & parents Bill and Sarah are often visiting when they aren't trekking around the world.

Why they chose this property

MaMere's Guest House (B&B) is charming, unique and colorful inside and out! The property is on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1891 as a boarding house for female students, it has since housed hundreds and continues to do so today in its present form as a B&B/Guest House. It is a perfect home base to explore local vineyards, visit the coast, or just relax and enjoy a glass of wine amongst the beautiful flowers, while listening to music from the Monmouth Amphitheater in Main Street Park. We love living here and know you will enjoy visiting!

What makes this property unique

This house is great for special events like family reunions, wedding gatherings, graduations, girls' weekends, and retreats. The Carriage House (available upon request for an extra fee) is a perfect space for intimate gatherings and events.

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