Vacation Rentals by Owner

A Beautiful Escape

Guest: Jan (Olympia, Washington)
Date of Stay: 08/03/11 Review Submitted: 08/09/11

My expectations of what would be upon my arrival were blown away! Karin has created a beautiful oasis that allows you to relax and enjoy the beauty that she has created. The garden was beautiful and it was so peaceful to sit out in the mornings and soak up the sunshine, birds and flowers. The cottage itself was perfect and the bed was very comfortable. Looking up at stars was a delight to drift into sleep at the end of the day. When I came home I immediately told a friend who is going to Ashland in September about this little peace of heaven, as I know they would enjoy it as much as I did. Thank you Karin and I look forward to returning in the future.

Owner response:I'm so glad to hear that you enjoyed the peacefulness of the garden in the mornings. It's one of my favorite spots, too. Thank you for referring your friend - I look forward to meeting them and I hope to see you again in the future.

Recommended for:Age 55+, tourists without a car.

Perfect Sanctuary

Guest: Lea M. (God's Country, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 06/15/11 Review Submitted: 06/27/11

My daughter and I stayed here in June 2011 for four nights while attending workshops at OSF. It's a lovely 15-20 minute walk to the theaters - helpful exercise when enjoying the many great restaurants in Ashland! The cottage is beautifully appointed and the garden is a little slice of paradise. Nights were completely quiet and we always felt totally safe, even while walking home after late shows. Karin has that rare and perfect balance of concern and respect for her guests' privacy, and we look forward to returning to her hospitality.

Owner response:Thank you - it was a pleasure having you here. I'm so glad that you were able to sample some of Ashland's outstanding restaurants and that you enjoyed the great walk to town (I know I do!) I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with others. I look forward to your return.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Guest: A. & J.
Date of Stay: 10/24/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

We enjoyed a great fall weekend in Ashland. Thank you for providing a great home - very comfortable and convenient. Thank you.

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Guest: D. & W.
Date of Stay: 10/18/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

From your first e-mail to our departure, you created a welcoming and perfectly appointed stay. Your personal and caring touch is apparent in everything - the organic bath products, the seasonal floral arrangements, the inviting furnishings, and the lovely garden. We loved being here! Thank you.

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Guest: S. & G.
Date of Stay: 10/07/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Thank you for taking an ITravex guest into this cute and cozy spot. The garden was a great place to relax after a play. Everything was well appointed and the bed was oh so comfortable!

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Guest: J. & S.
Date of Stay: 10/01/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Our stay in your very beautiful bungalow couldn't have been more perfect! You have tended to absolutely every little detail to make one's stay so comfy. How we enjoyed taking our coffee out to your sunny little garden each morning to enjoy it among your oasis of flowers! We long to return as three days was surely not enough to enjoy your sweet city - so much here we have yet to experience. As sis-in-laws for many, many years we've done our fair share of travel together, but we must return here. Thank you.

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Guest: B.
Date of Stay: 09/30/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

What a beautiful sanctuary this is! Fantastic sleep in a comfy bed and a surprise starry sky just before sleep. Thank you for creating this space, Karin. I hope to be back!

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Guest: B. & K.
Date of Stay: 09/29/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

This has been wonderful - quiet, private and peaceful. Slept like a rock. And everything is SO pretty to look at! God bless you. (Stars - awesome!)

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Guest: J.
Date of Stay: 09/22/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Thank you! I enjoyed my stay so much and just wish I'd had more time to be HERE in your lovely garden! Thanks.

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Guest: D. & H.
Date of Stay: 09/06/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

What a quaint and cute place to stay! Loved the garden - sunflowers and hummingbirds with my morning coffee! And so close to the plaza and park. Thank you for everything - sweets, treats, and a warm welcome to this gorgeous town. We will be back. All the best!

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Guest: W. & S.
Date of Stay: 09/02/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

When we are traveling, there are a few memorable places we always go back to stay in. Your charming little place is going to be one of them. Thank you!

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Guest: D.
Date of Stay: 08/31/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Thank you, Karin - it was the perfect place for me to enjoy Ashland and also explore the Illinois River. Great recommendation! You've created a little jewel here. I hope to see you again next year. Best of luck. Namaste.

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Guest: J. & K.
Date of Stay: 08/27/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Thank you so much for the comfortable, quiet accommodations. When we return to Ashland, we will be sure to call upon you again. Many thanks!

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Guest: C.
Date of Stay: 08/19/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

I've finally stayed in the bungalow that you dreamed of fixing up for guests and it is a perfect haven for any traveler! Congratulations on what I believe will be a second home for many of us as we land in Ashland. I look forward to my return and your piece of heaven, Karin. The refrigerator magnet says "Give your love away" and you DO! Thanks for a great sleep.

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Guest: M. & E.
Date of Stay: 07/20/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

We had a really lovely stay in your bungalow. Everything we needed was here and much more! We loved looking at the stars from the garden at night. Your garden is beautiful and we enjoyed the fire pit. Ashland is a great place and I'm sure we'll be back in the future.

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Guest: J. & K.
Date of Stay: 07/17/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Thanks for a wonderful place here in Ashland - so peaceful, yet a short walk to the plays, etc. We loved the bikes - it's a nice ride on the path to Talent for lunch at the Talent Cafe.

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Guest: E. & S.
Date of Stay: 06/27/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Thanks for the quiet beauty you've created here - we'll be back. My husband enjoyed having access to a bike, and I was enthralled by the stars - enchanting!

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Guest: K. & S.
Date of Stay: 06/17/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Thanks for a charming, restful spot to have as a base to explore beautiful Ashland. We loved all the organic goodies and being in a place that is so clearly loved. Thank you.

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Guest: S. & F.
Date of Stay: 06/13/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

We love your bungalow! The serenity, cleanliness, and attention to detail make this a very special place. Your garden is lovely. Those are the biggest poppies I've seen yet! We will be back and will recommend this to friends. Thank you for helping make our visit to Ashland memorable.

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Guest: D.
Date of Stay: 06/11/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Much gratitude for the tranquil beauty of your place and eye for detail. It is perfect! Look forward to returning.

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Guest: D.
Date of Stay: 06/11/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Much gratitude for the tranquil beauty of your place and eye for detail. It is perfect! Look forward to returning.

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Guest: M. & S.
Date of Stay: 05/24/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Your garden is inspiring. We relaxed and enjoyed the weekend.

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Guest: J. & S.
Date of Stay: 05/20/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Really nice, restful place. Lots of great cycle rides around. Really enjoyed the stars and the toaster was great fun, hadn't seen one quite like it!

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Guest: S. & M.
Date of Stay: 05/08/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Awesome space! We loved our stay! Also the intro to Troon port and Bill's amazing music was sublime. Rock on!

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Guest: M. & C.
Date of Stay: 04/25/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Thank you so much. We had a great long weekend. Crater Lake was magical and Beckie's Pies did not disappoint. Lithia Park was a nice find - loved taking a 2+ hour hike without getting into our car. Amuse was superb. We also had a nice visit with the bartender at Louie's watching our Sharks hockey team.

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Guest: S.
Date of Stay: 04/11/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

What a sweet spot! Thanks so much for all the thoughtful details, especially all the organic items. So beautiful! Thank you. We'll be back!

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Guest: J.
Date of Stay: 04/07/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

Thank you for all your gifts in visioning this special place. I enjoyed EVERYTHING about it and will surely return!

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Guest: L. & S.
Date of Stay: 04/01/10 Review Submitted: 04/28/10

A million thank yous for your charming bungalow! All the comforts of home but with a luxurious flair. Your design aesthetic and attention to detail make this place a real treasure. We thank you sincerely for all that you've given us here. Be sure that we will recommend the bungalow to our fellow Ashland-lovers and that we will be back as soon as possible. Thanks again from the bottom of our hearts. P.S. Your tulips are spectacular!! We watched them open each day with rapt delight. Thank you!

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Guest: P.
Date of Stay: 03/26/10 Review Submitted: 04/28/10

How wonderful to be here in March - hikes on Table Rock, the creek trail and enjoying the theater. Pride and Prejudice was great! I love the coziness of your bungalow. Grazie!

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Guest: J. & M.
Date of Stay: 03/01/10 Review Submitted: 04/28/10

Love your town, theaters, bikes, room and you! Many thanks.

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Guest: T.
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

A fun place to stay. Enjoyed walking the neighborhood and into town. Room was clean, bright, and airy. Your yard is a delight for wine and sunsets.

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Guest: N. & J.
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

We had an amazing time here. We rekindled a 12-year-old romance this weekend. Your home felt like ours, we thank you.

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Guest: P.
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

We really enjoyed our stay in your cozy, comfortable accommodation! It was great to sit in your garden with the beautiful sunflowers and jays - even tomatoes to pick fresh from the vine!

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Guest: P. & J.
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

Many thanks for the lovely, peaceful retreat! You were so welcoming and thoughtful. We enjoyed the plays and the peace and quiet of your garden.

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Guest: M. & L.
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

We had a wonderful, restful time here. We felt welcome and cared for!

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Guest: K. & L.
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

Sitting in the garden is like spending an afternoon in an impressionist painting. Great plays for a birthday and finishing the canon. Thanks!

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Guest: F. & R.
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

We had a fabulous stay at Stone's Throw! Warm welcome, cozy surroundings, smiling sunflowers and great plays. My 48th season at The Festival - the tradition continues!

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Guest: T. & S.
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

We enjoyed our stay and will recommend it to others! You have created a very special place for travelers!

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Guest: D. & L.
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

Our initial exploration of Ashland was an absolute success. From OSF to the Cabaret Theater. From the Rogue River trip to gentle walks downtown...we experienced some great, diverse elements of Ashland. And your delightful, comfortable bungalow made it all the better! Even the bikes added yet another element of adventure! Thank you.

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Guest: S. & T.
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

Thank you! It was lovely!

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Guest: S. & L.
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

We had a wonderful weekend and will certainly stay again next time I come to call the Ashland contra dance. Thank you!

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Guest: G. & B.
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

We feel so fortunate that our paths have crossed. Staying at the Stone's Throw gave us a unique opportunity to explore and experience Ashland in a fresh way. The garden is a delight - the rooms are cozy and welcoming. We've been so comfortable here in this special space!

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Guest: E. & C.
Date of Stay: 01/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/17/10

We couldn't have stayed at a nicer place. Everyone is friendly and the plays were fantastic. We like your wall heaters and we plan to install one in our bathroom. We bought tickets for three plays and ended up going to five. Tuesday matinee was a surprise rush sale and we got to see Macbeth for $12 a seat! The homes around here are beautiful, as is yours. Thanks for the loaner bikes - we made it all the way to Talent one morning.

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Guest: P. & M.
Date of Stay: 10/22/09 Review Submitted: 04/28/10

Had a great evening and morning here. Thank you for the nice, homey place.

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Guest: PK Pastore (-)
Date of Stay: 08/05/09 Review Submitted: 08/05/09

We enjoyed a great stay in The Stone's Throw Bungalow! It was clean, cozy, comfortable, airy and quiet. Very convenient to walk to the town center. We also appreciated recommendations for dinners and activities in Ashland. The owner was very helpful. PKP

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