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Zen House of Downtown Decatur Emory CDC

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Zen House of Downtown Decatur Emory CDC

Greetings and welcome to our cozy townhouse! We LIVE here and are excited to share our space with you while we’re away. As a family, we’ve created a simple, meaningful life, and we’d love for you to enjoy the same peaceful, comfortable environment during your visit to Decatur.

Our home is a quiet and clean retreat that offers a perfect base for exploring the area. Whether you're in town for a festival, attending a wedding at the Historic Courthouse, or simply enjoying a relaxing weekend.

Book Your Stay

We look forward to hosting you in our home. If you have any questions or need recommendations for your stay, don’t hesitate to reach out! We’re here to help make your visit to Decatur as enjoyable and memorable as possible.

Our townhouse is just a short walk from the heart of Decatur Square, where you can explore:

Dining: A wide variety of restaurants and cafes to suit every taste.

Entertainment: Enjoy the vibrant local scene, from festivals to live music.

Historic Sites: The iconic Historic Courthouse is nearby, perfect for photos or catching a wedding ceremony.

Family Fun: The pavilion is just around the corner, a great spot to sit and watch the kids run around.

You will have full access to the entire space with a carport and plenty of street parking.

Accessibility

We’ve made sure that our home is accessible to all. There are no steps to enter the property, and the main-level bedroom and bathroom make it an excellent choice for anyone who may have difficulty with stairs.

This charming yet quirky 1980s townhouse features:

3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths: The home comfortably accommodates [number] guests, with a king bedroom and a full bath with a shower conveniently located on the main level—ideal for those who may prefer no stairs.

Comfort and Convenience: The space is equipped with everything you'll need, including [ 1GB Wi-Fi, a fully stocked kitchen, smart TVs in every room, air conditioning, etc.]. We’ve made sure that all amenities are available for your comfort during your stay.

Simple and Meaningful Living: We’ve intentionally created a space that is both functional and relaxed, to accommodate families or groups to unwind and feel at home.

FYI: Closets are locked on purpose. The house is not an exclusive rental, so to set expectations you may see a few personal items and normal wear and tear. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.

Five to eight-minute walk to Avondale (Marta) transit station. Uber and Lyft friendly.

FYI: Closets are locked on purpose. The house is not an exclusive rental, so to set expectations you may see a few personal items and normal wear and tear. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the neighborhood

Decatur

Decatur is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Piedmont Park and Centennial Olympic Park, while Fernbank Museum of Natural History and Zoo Atlanta are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Georgia World Congress Center or State Farm Arena.
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Decatur, GA

What's nearby

  • Waffle House Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Glenlake Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Decatur Square - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • DeKalb History Center Museum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Agnes Scott College - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Avondale Station - 8 min walk
  • Atlanta Peachtree Station - 23 min drive
  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪B-Side - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Opo Coffee - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Rebel Teahouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fellini's Pizza - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Zen House of Downtown Decatur Emory CDC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Zen House of Downtown Decatur Emory CDC?

As of Mar 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zen House of Downtown Decatur Emory CDC on Jun 2, 2026 start from $223, 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 Zen House of Downtown Decatur Emory CDC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Zen House of Downtown Decatur Emory CDC?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Zen House of Downtown Decatur Emory CDC located?

Situated in Decatur, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Waffle House Museum and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Emory University. Decatur Square and Agnes Scott College are also within 2 mi (3 km). Avondale Station is 8 minutes by foot and Decatur Station is 22 minutes.

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 25 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication

Had to leave

The property was okay, but the heating system failed on our first night and it was 57 degrees when we woke up in the morning. After much ado it became clear that the HVAC could not be repaired for two days and we came to an agreement with the owner that we would leave and he would issue a refund. He said he would process the refund that Monday but we still haven’t received it and he has not returned my messages. Can someone at VRBO help me get my refund?
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tjade W.

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

Great family vacation

My family came in from out of town for a short family vacation over the labor day weekend. The house is accurately advertised with a few bonuses. I was pleasantly surprised as my previous reservation was cancelled with very little lead time because they were already booked. Beautiful Zen house. They explained to us some of the furniture and things were a little worn but we were pleasantly surprised!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarita S.

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

Satisfied

This property was a satisfiable stay. Property amenities was a bit older & worn than showed in pictures. Townhouse was a little crowded with furniture that couldn't be used. There were no washcloths and only 3 towels for a party of 6. There were also weirdly no closets or drawers to put clothes. But overall it was a nice stay for a smaller party or a quick weekend trip
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

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

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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nolan R.

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

Place is nice and is walkable to downtown

Place was great. No problems at all. Back door would not open, I think it was stuck on the floor panels. We couldn’t figure it out. Didn’t matter to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

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

Atlanta vacation

This was a really nice VRBO. We did a City Pass and were no more than a 20 minute drive from the venues or a 5 minute walk to the subway for the downtown venues. Very nice neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Clean, quiet, and great location

House is located in a very quiet area but minutes away from almost anything you could want to do. Our group had a great time and really enjoyed our stay. Thanks so much for the use of your property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

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

Great place!

We enjoyed staying in the townhouse and would recommend it to friends.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lacreisha B.

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

Definitely would stay again

Easy and accessible
Verified

2/10 Terrible

ernie b.

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

Disaster at the Zen

Pictures looked great beds and bed linin very nice but surrounded by and unkept property not clean at all. Front door broke and back door could not open floor damaged to bad. Got to back yard and was afraid to walk on deck but needed to to get garbage can. Grill had food in it from some time again. Kitchen nasty. Bathrooms nasty doors not work! Address on house partially there! Carport roof all bent up and bad shape! In short I can’t believe someone would rent this out! If major renovation done would be nice like adjoining condo/town homes
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

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

Wonderful Host!

We were able to reach the owner immediately with a few issues we had upon arrival. He addressed those issues immediately by coming over to the property and addressing them himself! We were appreciative of that! It meant a lot! Great location. Great neighborhood! No concerns!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura d.

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

Convenient location

The location was convenient, secluded and quiet at the end of a cul-de-sac. The place was well appointed and clean though it could benefit from some attention to wipe down the walls and tidy up the back porch and yard. The backdoor to the porch was near impossible to open but overall a great place to stay that I would certainly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

julie g.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not as pictured

This place has a ton of wear and tear much more than the photos show. Roof was damaged and lawn was not mowed or cared for. Extra non working full size fridge makes it hard to use the kitchen. Wish I had picked another property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie M.

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

Clean and quiet

Good stay. Convenient for moving our son into Emory. Home has a few bumps and bruises (looks like maybe they are fixing it up), but it was clean, quiet, and the beds were comfy. Great communication with the owner. Easy check in and out. There was even eggs, bacon and OJ in the fridge when we arrived. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Josh D.

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

College visits in ATL

This property was as advertised. Clean, everything worked in the property. I used the VRBO app to chat and send messages with efficiency. Shared the space with my three daughters and we had plenty of room. Walmart nearby for groceries. Quiet and in a safe neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Wonderful stay as always!

I have stayed at the Zen house every time I visit my son in Atlanta over the last 2.5 years. Jay is a wonderful host. Location is perfect, is always clean, the bed in the master bedroom is very comfy, plenty of towels and linens, and so close to everything that Decatur and Atlanta has to offer. This has become my home away from home. Thank you Jay for another wonderful stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thyreast P.

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

Very nice stay

I’m familiar with the neighborhood, so I knew the location would be quiet with lovely neighbors. The house was clean with plenty of towels and linens. It even had a cute backyard. We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Nikki S.

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

Great Short Stay

Very close to everything and clean. With just a few improvements this would be a top listing. We would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

COZY AND QUAINT

Some wear and tear that needs attention but we were very comfortable during our stay. The owner was very responsive and considerate. It is a good spot if you are looking for a quiet, cozy spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FRED B.

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

nice property

Nice neighborhood can walk to Decatur square about 15 minute walk
Verified

8/10 Good

david H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Zen Stay

Wonderful time...it was very close to family and wedding venue. Minor details could have improved the experience. Back door sticks. Heater work in upstairs master, not so much the rest of the house. Back yard could really be amazing...Fence needs mending.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley J.

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

Quick Weekend Stay

Nice place..owner was always reachable. Some wear and tear but it doesn’t take away the comfort of the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deidra A.

Ms

My stay was great. The home offered all of the accommodations my family needed. The owner also sent a air mattress as a courtesy because we had 1 extra person. The home was clean and cozy. It's also located in a nice , discreet, convenient area. I would definitely recommend and visit again.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cathie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ellie R.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

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