Vacation Rentals by Owner

A pleasant home away from home!

Guest: Dancemom (Oregon Coast)
Date of Stay: 05/18/12 Review Submitted: 05/21/12

My son and I stayed here for a grueling weekend of dance rehearsals and performances. We didn't get in until very late the first evening, and were so relieved at the ease of check-in, and the simple comfort of the home-like furnishings and conveniences. We were pleased to find some coffee and tea in the cupboards after our long drive in! We found everything very clean, well-prepared and welcoming. We slept like rocks. My son slept on the sofa, and I on the bed, and he claimed it to be the most comfortable couch ever. It was very quiet, we heard no noises, and were so well rested the next morning. I think the only negative would be that there is no real privacy between the bedroom and living area, which is fine with a couple on a romantic weekend, but if you are staying with a child/children with an expectation of privacy, that won't be possible. As this wasn't the case with my son and I, we did just fine, and really enjoyed our stay.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Applegate Guest Cottage

Guest: Mike and June (Anderson, CA)
Date of Stay: 05/04/12 Review Submitted: 05/09/12

The cottage is cozy, clean and very spacious. It is also close to town and the coast. It was very quiet and we were very comfortable. The owners are extremely easy to work with, always aiming to please. Thanks for sharing your place with us!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Simple but satisfactory

Guest: La Dona (Tucson, AZ)
Date of Stay: 01/09/12 Review Submitted: 03/06/12

This studio, located near a busy highway, is unpretentious, comfortable,and quirky --- with a pool table taking up a third of the studio's living area and with the owners' large, above-ground swimming pool located just beyond the studio's back porch. Its strong points are a full kitchen, a comfortable bed, and an excellent shower in the bath.

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Home Away From Home

Guest: Don and Nancy (Torrance, Ca)
Date of Stay: 11/21/11 Review Submitted: 03/21/12

We stayed six weeks at this lovely cottage. It was the perfect home away from home. Clean, comfortable and close to all ammenities. Monica and Austin are the perfect hosts providing all the extras you need. We would highly recommmend this sweet little cottage to all our friends and plan to stay again in the future.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

As the name implies this is a cottage well located to many venues in Willamette Valley.

Guest: Bill & Jeanette (Sierra Madre, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/09/11 Review Submitted: 03/15/12

We arrived on Sunday to find the cottage totally ready for us. The proprietors were most accomodating and the cottage was clean and well stocked. The bed was comfortable, the stove worked well and the fridge was cold. The shower had good water pressure and the linens were fresh and well supplied. Location was excellent. We are hikers. There are many trails within 15 to 30 minutes. We will be seeking a reservations this year in Sept. or Oct. of this year! Our Italian Greyhound loved staying here, too.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Granny Flat in Corvallis, OR

Guest: Crystal (Santa Rosa, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/10/10 Review Submitted: 06/23/10

My family and I stayed at the Granny Cottage and it was MORE than we expected. The property was spotless and perfectly maintained. Glenda was a perfect hostess, we felt as if we were her house guests. She provided us with ideas of things to do around town and beyond. The cottage was a piece of heaven!!! It had everything we could have asked for. I would recommend this property to friends and relatives anytime.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A lovely place to stay

Guest: TrudyT (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 05/07/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/10

We came to Corvallis for my oldest daughter's volleyball tournament and were lucky enough to find this lovely cottage. It was perfect for myself, my husband and our younger daughter (plenty of room for a blow-up mattress for her). Very clean and nicely appointed... there was even coffee ready for brewing in the morning. The cottage is just 5 minutes from downtown Corvallis (in Philomath), a very quiet and peaceful spot. We look forward to staying here again next year!

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Guest: Patricia 2 (Pahoa, Hawaii)
Date of Stay: 06/02/09 Review Submitted: 06/02/09

Glenda and Jim have created a very welcoming atmosphere in the Granny Flat. The smell of freshly baked bread greeted us and that was just one of the many welcoming touches they provided. It was the perfect place for us to base out of as we explored the area's activities and environments.

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Guest: Kathryn and Chad
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

We loved staying at your guest house!! We think it's extremely cute and comfortable. So much better than a motel room. We really loved the pooltable, fireplace, cofy couch and attractive decor. Not to mention the quietness, great towels and sheets. Very cofy all around!I would recommend it to anyone. The photos on your flyer don't do it justice. Hope it's available to rent again when we're here seeing family!

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Guest: Jim annd Breanne
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

Jim and I came over for yet another Army training week-end. While he was at his training I was in my cousins wedding in Corvallis. We had a wonderful time, as always at the adorable cottage. I slept like a baby in that bed! We can't wait to come again.

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Guest: Debbie and daughter
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

We are so grateful to have found your little cottage. It has been a great retreat from 12 hours of volleyball. We would highly recommend your granny flat anytime. Thank you for your hospitality

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Guest: Mary
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

Thank you very much for your hospitality. You are a wonderful hostess. It was so cozy and pleasant. It was nice to come here where it was quiet from my sons house where he lives with 5 room-mates! His fraternity was nice but wild. We are going to the coast Sunday. I'm so glad I found you, it was great!

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Guest: Jim and Breanne
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

We had a wonderful time at your adorable little cottage over the Christmas holiday. This place is perfect...we wouldn't change a thing. Merry Christmas!

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Guest: Dale & Robin
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

Thank you for a comfortable visit. The cottage is homey and fun with the pooltable. We loved the location and really look forward to our next visit. Happy Thanksgiving!

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Guest: Lori
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

Thanks so much for letting us stay at your granny flat. Our stay was very enjoyable. Next time we are in town we will definitely give you a call.

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Guest: Virginia
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

I've enjoyed staying here the past month. This is such a "snug" place and so quiet. It's been nice to be close to my family here in Corvallis and to avoid the zero weather in Lakeview. Everything is well furnished and this is an ideal place to spend several weeks. Thank you

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Guest: Wendy
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

Thank you for this wonderful home away from home for the last three months. It was fantastic to have a lovely place to return to after a long day of work. I've told my company how wonderful the granny flat is to stay. Perhaps you'll get more of our group in the future. Thank you!

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Guest: Eric & Nicole
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

I wish I could have a room like this everywhere we go on vacation. I love to be able to cook while I'm away from home. I feel very lucky to have found this place. Beats staying in a motel by far. Loved having the extra room, couches, table. It was a perfect place for my husband , myself and our 1 1/2 year old daughter. You guys seem like very nice people with a great family. Thank you!

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Guest: Pat & Russell
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

Thanks so much for the home away from home, for the comfy bed, fluffy towels and cozy porch. We were able to be with our family and friends in a comfortable, private, lovely home and that meant the world to us. Your attention to detail was obvious and we loved the games and pooltable. It will be sad to leave in the morning but we will be back.

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Guest: Carol
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

There's absolutely nothing that I would change about my summer in Philomath. Staying in the cottage was great, but the best part was having fun with you. Thanks for all your kindness (especially the pie and cake). Best wishes to you alway

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Guest: The Atencio family
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

"Best place I've ever stayed in Oregon!" The above quote is so true - it should be listed in the New York Times! Seriously - we have stayed all over Oregon these last few years. We love Oregon, Corvallis, OSU and Philomath and this is the best place of all! We are honored to have had or daughter graduate from Oregon State University! What a great school and great state. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to stay here for this last weekend. It was so comfortable, quiet, and very homelike for our family. Great host and hostess too! It was one of the great things about our weekend besides the graduation festivites. A memory to last a lifetime! Thanks again - our very best to you and your family.

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Guest: Jennifer and Mary
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

When we told our friends we'd be honeymooning in Philomath, we got silence & surprised reactions. "Near is the new far," we told them - and what a time it's been! We biked along the Willamette, strolled through Saturday market, paved through used bookstores, poked around in historic buildings & lingered over great meals. It''s been a wonderful 5 days and we don't want to go home. But it wouldn't have been as pleasent a visit if it weren't for the granny flat & your hospitality. A fresh pie and our favorite wine awaited us & a cozy bed. If we could we'd like to take mandi (your dog)back with uus too. Thank you so much for all the little touches & attention to detail ( not to mmention the chocolate). You have a great thing going here & we look forward to returning. With gratitude

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