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Private kitchen
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Living area
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Independence, OR
  • Place, Independence Historic District
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Pioneer Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Western Oregon University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Muttley's Cottage: Cozy cottage

Muttley's Cottage

The cottage sits on our peaceful 2-acre lifestyle property, offering a relaxing setting with scenic views. You'll likely see our chickens, ducks, rooster, and two friendly cats during your stay. We're happy to share this special place with you.

Cottage sleeps 5 guests max. No PETS. We take great pride in our cottage. Everything laundered and cleaned after each guest.

Welcome to Muttley's Cottage
Located in scenic Independence, just 25 minutes from Salem, this cozy 2-bedroom cottage sleeps up to 5 guests. Nestled in a peaceful setting, it offers a true getaway while still being close to downtown, local restaurants, wineries, the Willamette River, and more. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, open lounge, bathroom, washer/dryer, cable TV, and WiFi.

Feel free to reach out with any questions — we’d love to host your stay!

Cottage has own private entrance and parking. Parking in front of cottage for two vehicles.

We live in the main house next door and are happy to assist with anything you need or answer questions about the area. We're here if you need us.

Muttley's cottage is located in Independence. This cute little town has a beautiful downtown, local restaurants, movie theater, the Willamette River and Riverfront Park. During the summer we have music in the park with seating on the grass. Seasonally, the Farmers Market is where you can find fresh produce and local products (April- Oct.).

Independence, Oregon is located outside of Salem north of Corvallis. We are right in the center Monmouth and Independence. The Cottage is located 10 minutes from Western Oregon University (Monmouth), and 30 minutes from Oregon State University (Corvallis).

Other things to note:
5 Guests Max. Cottage accommodates/ 5 guests only. If you break the rules you will be notified and charged $40 per person/ per day. No Pets
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
Cottage doesn't have a crib
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
You may smoke outside but NO smoking inside
No pets

Important information

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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Monmouth

Monmouth is home to this vacation home. Bush House Museum and Union Street Railroad Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pfaff Park and Winegar Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Salem Convention Center or Salem Armory Auditorium.
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What's nearby

  • Monmouth Recreational Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Independence Historic District - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pioneer Park - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Independence Public Library - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Western Oregon University - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Salem Station - 22 min drive
  • Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Burgerville - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chase Bar & Grill - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Muttley's Cottage: Cozy cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Muttley's Cottage: Cozy cottage ?

As of Apr 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Muttley's Cottage: Cozy cottage on Jun 15, 2026 start from $170, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Muttley's Cottage: Cozy cottage ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Muttley's Cottage: Cozy cottage ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Muttley's Cottage: Cozy cottage located?

Situated in Monmouth, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Monmouth Recreational Park and Monmouth Dog Park. Madrona Park and Independence Historic District are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage that has everything you need for a getaway to Independence.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

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

Great stay near Salem

Quiet and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came to town to see family and this was a nice place for us to come to rest and cool off. We had everything we needed and were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is a delightful place to enjoy time with friends and family. It is spacious, clean, well equipped, and centrally located.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Quaint Cottage

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was quiet and just perfect for our weekend getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Laurie T.

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

Cute, comfy cottage

Looked like the place had been recently renovated. We had a nice stay here - very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Jerry R.

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

We had nice time

We had nice time
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheena F.

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

Great Place

It was a great place to stay. It was clean and comfortable. Christa was very responsive and communicative. We went over 4th of July and she was very helpful on festivities going on in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin B.

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

Perfect little cottage!

We were wowed by the comfort and warmth their little cottage provided! It was in a cute little town and was the perfect space and just the right room for our family to use and relax in! Would definitely come visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet N.

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

Lovely Get Away

The house was super clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our time here. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Peaceful retreat

Beautiful property and cottage. Was perfect place to enjoy some farm life. Even had some deer stroll through in the morning. Would recommend for anyone looking to visit the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, clean property, and easy to find. We only stayed the night, but it had everything we needed to feel at home. Our host was easy to reach and left clear instructions. We came in after dark but the directions were clear and we had no problems finding it. A great little gem in Independence!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

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

Lovely stay

Came down to Oregon for a wedding. Wish we had planned to stay a few more days. Christa and her family are lovely, and the accommodations are amazing. There is a kayak rental on sight, so plan some extra time to enjoy a trip out on the river.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Callie F.

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

Wonderful little cottage!

We absolutely enjoyed our stay. Just as explained in post and more! So clean and generously equipped. We hope to stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent M.

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

Weekend Getaway for Graduation

We were very impressed with the coziness and comfort of this little 2 bedroom cottage in Monmouth. It was a great place for us to stay to attend a family member's graduation from WOU. We had no issues accessing and everything was great during our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristina H.

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

Clean, comfortable, fun place to stay!

Excellent property with all the details addressed. Clean, comfortable, and convenient. Hosts were attentive but also respected our privacy. Meadow was a lover! Great location. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

We’ll be back!

Great stay. Comfy, safe, farmhouse feel with a convenient location. This home was perfect for our time in Independence/Monmouth. Communication and hospitality was unprecedented. We will definitely book this place again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice M.

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

Comfy/clean

Stayed one night. Next year prob 2-3 as owners also have kayak rentals avail easily. Very clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

Christmas Visit

Came to see adult children in area. Exchanged gifts and played one board games. Enjoyed our visit
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna G.

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

A sweet piece of Independence, OR!

For our trip needs, this stay was perfect! For our family of 4, it was definitely cozy for a week stay but we enjoyed it. The open kitchen & living room areas were great. Loved the open shelving in kitchen but everything was a bit dusty. Our girls loved the tetherball and apple trees too. We had hoped for more info on ways to explore the area but overall we are thankful we chose the cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Clean and cozy

Very comfortable and updated. Perfect for our family of four. Sorry we couldn’t stay longer and enjoy the use of the well-equipped kitchen. Very quiet, we especially loved the country setting even though you are in town. Directions to the cottage and it’s use were well thought out and communicated to us. Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Sweet house

The house was amazing, everything we needed. Very clean and new. The area is central to a lot of other places. Deer in the yard, cat visiting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M. Guy S.

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

Perfect Location For Activities In Salem

What a great community to be in. Great location. Enjoyed our stay and the simplicity of check in and departure. We did not think that we were doing enough when leaving the rental... we did what was asked of us and just a bit more. We wanted to do as much as we could on our part to match the hosts who did their part in providing us a pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

The best stay we have ever had!

Christa and Trevor were amazing hosts! We loved the property and Meadow the cat, who visited us daily! Can’t wait to return!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Christa

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We would love for you stay in our cozy cottage and enjoy the farm scenery. Cottage may be rented for short or long visits. Check out Independence Facebook page or City of Independence calendar for up coming Fall, Spring and Summer events. This little town has a lot to offer. Cottage is 20 mins outside of Salem, 25 mins from Corvallis, 35 min. from McMinnville, 1.2 hr from Portland and 1.2 hr from the coast. Also local winery's and beer breweries.


Why they chose this property

We traveled through Independence and fell in love with the town. When this fixer upper property came up for sale. We moved out of the city to the country. We have enjoyed fixing up this little farm. The property includes the cottage, work shed, barn and the main house where we live. We started with the cottage. Took it down to its studs and built it right back up. It's the first house built on the property in 1942.

What makes this property unique

The cottage is located on 2 acre with views of the barn, and the property along with our furry friends. We have two dogs, two cats, chickens and three ducks.
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