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Highlights
Top-rated comfy beds
Guests liked the comfy beds here.
Games
A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
At the center of it all
Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Oregon Shakespeare Festival
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Fenced yard
Explore the area
Ashland, OR
Lithia Park
Place, Lithia Park
6 min walk
Allen Elizabethan Theatre
Place, Allen Elizabethan Theatre
6 min walk
Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Place, Oregon Shakespeare Festival
8 min walk
Medford, OR (MFR-Rogue Valley Intl.)
Airport, Medford, OR (MFR-Rogue Valley Intl.)
22 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF!
Helman House ~ Old Ashland Charm, Short Walk to the Plaza
★HOME OVERVIEW★ One and a half blocks away from Main St. on a quiet, tree-lined street you’ll find old-Ashland charm in the Helman House. Convenient to the many theaters—including the world-renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival—boutique shops, award winning wineries, and restaurants Ashland is famous for, The Helman House is a home away from home for visitors eager to experience all Southern Oregon has to offer.
★SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS★
We can sleep 6 total!
Front House Bedroom 1: King Bed, ensuite bathroom with walk in shower Front House Bedroom 2: 2 Queen beds. This bedroom is up a narrow staircase and has no door. Front House Living Room: Queen fold out couch There is another full bathroom with bathtub off of the kitchen
★LIVING AREA★ Relax on our sofa and stream your favorite shows on our Smart TV (Roku). Enjoy access to Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, and Apple TV by simply entering your password. ★KITCHEN★ The kitchen is perfect for simple meal prep when you need a night in. You'll find all your basics to get breakfast, lunch or dinner on the table. Enjoy a 2-in-1 coffee maker with both Keurig and drip options. ★BATHROOMS★ There are 2 full bathrooms total; one newly renovated with a bathtub/ shower combo and the other with a full sized shower. Towels, shampoo, conditioner and body wash are provided.
★LAUNDRY ROOM★ There is a full sized washer and dryer in the bathroom off the kitchen
★PARKING★ There is 1 off street parking space reserved for you behind the house as well as ample street parking.
★FRONTYARD★ Enjoy a cup of coffee on our Adirondack chairs while people watching or a quick bite on our table for 4 on the front porch.
★RESTAURANTS & BARS★ The best of the best on the Ashland Plaza is a 6 minute walk away!
★HEATING & AC★ The house has a central heat and AC.
There are 2 cottages in the back of the property available for rent separately, perfect for a multi-party getaway.
For safety, there is a ring doorbell at the front door. It is active 24/7. Video and sound recording is motion activated. The home is also equipped with a decibel monitoring sensor located inside and outside of the home. It is 100% privacy compliant and is required on this property. Tampering with or disabling the ring doorbell and noise monitoring sensor will immediately cancel the reservation.
There is a pet fee of $150 (up to 2 pets)
IMPORTANT REMINDERS: - You will be asked to sign a rental agreement. - The minimum age to rent is 21 - No smoking - Garden maintenance occurs on Fridays. Our team ensures the garden remains in excellent condition for your enjoyment.
Pet Policy Reminder We love welcoming well-behaved pets to our property! To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, we kindly ask that all pets be kept on a leash when outdoors and not left unattended in shared areas. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Cancellation Policy: 50% refund up until 60 days prior to arrival. No refund if cancelled within 60 days.
Early Check-In / Late Check-Out Options: - We may be able to accommodate an early check-in starting at 1:30 PM or a late check-out until 1:30 PM for an additional fee of $60.00, subject to availability and scheduling. - To help us coordinate with our cleaning and operations teams, requests must be made at least 1 day in advance and are not guaranteed until confirmed by management. - For guests needing significantly earlier arrivals or later departures, we recommend booking the previous or following night to ensure uninterrupted access to the property. - Unapproved late checkouts will incur an additional charge of $300.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Guests are required to sign a rental agreement
Security deposit required
Minimum age to rent is 21 years old, No smoking allowed
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 14005217
Property # 3606224
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Ashland
Ashland is home to this vacation home. Oregon Cabaret Theatre and Medford Carnegie Library are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North Mountain Park and Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lithia & Driveway Fields or The RRRink.
Is Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF!?
As of Jul 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF! on Jul 19, 2026 start from $456, 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 Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF! located?
Situated in Ashland, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Ashland Creek and Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Lithia Park and Allen Elizabethan Theatre are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Very nice house, fit our family of 6 comfortably. Perfect location!! Easy walk to the theaters and lots of grat places to eat. Would definitely stay here again.
Julie O.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 9, 2025
Thanks so much for the 5 star review Julie! Hope to host you again soon.
Yes! The host was incredible! She answered any questions almost immediately! The historical house itself was the standout. Right at edge of Ashland downtown, walkable. Plenty of sleeping & private areas. Cooking and very cute kitchen nook were fun. It was a BDay weekend for my sis & niece & we enjoyed!!
Our stay at Helman House in Ashland was perfect. The house was lovely and comfortable, with enough space for everyone to sleep, eat, cook, play cards, and watch TV--when we were not out and about in Ashland! Will stay there again.
Janice A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 12, 2025
Thanks so much for the 5 star review Janice! Hope to host you again soon.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeff
Jul 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything about this place was lovely. Great location for walking into town. Super clean, super comfortable beds and bedding, and even a bidet in one of the bathrooms. A nicely stocked kitchen with everything you need to cook. Don’t look any further and you won’t be sorry.
teresa b.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 16, 2025
Thanks so much for the 5 star review Teresa! Hope to host you again soon.
We traveled up to Ashland for the Shakespeare festival for our first time with family and absolutely loved this sweet house beautifully located within walking distance of downtown. It was clean and quiet and perfect for our visit.
Tina B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2024
Thanks so much for the 5 star review Tina! Hope to host you again soon.
We stayed for a week and it met all our needs. We loved the location, the beds were comfortable, the house was very clean and we felt safe. Thanks for a relaxing stay.
Ann S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 10, 2024
Thanks so much for the 5 star review Ann! Hope to host you again soon.
We loved the Helman house. It had all the comforts of home. The location allowed us to walk to all our favorite places in Ashland. The security and getting in and out was so easy.
Diane M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 12, 2025
Thanks so much for the 5 star review Diane! Hope to host you again soon.
What a great place to stay in Ashland- the location is ideal-you can park the car off street and walk to restaurants, the food Coop and of, course the theatres! The kitchen is adequately supplied, bedrooms and baths nice and clean.
Michael L.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2024
Thanks so much for the review Michael! Hope to host you again soon.
Stayed here for Thanksgiving. Home is located walking distance to everything Ashland! We had a little snafu checking in but the owner was immediately available to fix the problem. Would definitely stay here on our next visit.