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Large & spacious: 12 guests & walkable to Main St!

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A two-story house with a covered porch and a small garden area.
A wooden table with chairs, a striped umbrella, and a barbecue grill in a backyard.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug. There are two windows with curtains, a floor lamp, and framed artwork on the walls.
A dining room with a large wooden table, multiple chairs, a vase with flowers, and a painting on the wall.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a patterned rug, and a cabinet with glass doors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • At the center of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Whitman College
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Walla Walla, WA
  • Place, Art Gallery at the Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Downtown Farmers Market
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitman College
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Walla Walla, WA (ALW-Walla Walla Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1, Main Floor Ensuite

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2, Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3, 2nd Floor Ensuite

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4, 2nd Floor

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5, 2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1, Main Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2, Half Bath Main Floor

Toilet

Bathroom 3, 2nd Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4, 2nd Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Large & spacious: 12 guests & walkable to Main St!

Welcome to The James McCool House (aka "JMC")! Experience the blend of historical vintage charm with modern convenience in the heart of Walla Walla. One of the BEST VALUES, large and spacious, close and walkable to downtown!

This dog friendly, spacious home boasts approximately 3,000 square feet of living space. With high ceilings, large bedrooms & gathering areas, the group will be comfortable & have plenty of room to spread out and relax!

Distance to Main Street, Walla Walla tasting rooms, restaurants & shopping: 5 minute drive or 15 minute walk.
Distance to Whitman College: 1.5 miles via car or 20 minute walk.
Distance to Southside wineries & tasting rooms: 6 miles via car.

Key Features:
• Check calendar for reduced nightly rates for mid-week stays & last minute getaways!
• Large & spacious living areas: plenty of room for the group to spread out!
• Spacious dining room and seating for 12 at the large farm table.
• A Guest Favorite, and one of the BEST VALUES, close to downtown!
• 5 comfortable bedrooms (2 are primary bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms) & 3.5 bathrooms.
• 3 King sized beds (one is a California King).
• 2 Queen sized beds.
• 1 Queen size convertible memory foam mattress/fold over couch located in the King Bedroom #4 on the 2nd floor.
• Guests rave about our fully stocked kitchen - wonderful to cook meals with the family and friends!
• High-speed WiFi + flat screen (smart) TVs (Guests to sign into apps like Spectrum/Comcast/Netflix/Hulu/etc).
• Quaint, private & fenced entertaining back yard: Northwest Garden style with native low-water plants.
• Outdoor dining for 12 + Weber propane BBQ grill in private, fenced back yard.
• Screened porch veranda on the 2nd floor, adjacent to the 2nd level's primary bedroom & bathroom.
• Washer + Dryer.
• Ample off-street parking for 6-8 cars.
• Distance to Main Street, Walla Walla tasting rooms, restaurants & shopping: 5 minute drive or 15 minute walk.
• The home is located at a small/town intersection close to Downtown Walla Walla, and guests may experience traffic noise during regular commuting hours & while enjoying the outside deck. For guests with sensitivities, we provide white noise machines & ear plugs in each bedroom.

Centrally located, The James McCool House is walking distance (.6 of a mile!) to Walla Walla's Main Street shopping, wine tasting rooms and restaurants, and just a short drive from Airport District, Southside, and The Rocks District wineries and tasting rooms. Additionally, located close to Whitman College, Walla Walla Community College & Walla Walla University. Visitors won't find a better value in Walla Walla's wine country!

There are many family friendly activities in the Walla Walla area, including hiking, cycling, bird watching, pickleball, and tennis. Summer swimming at Veteran's Memorial Pool!

We provide high-end bed linens, bath towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, makeup remover towels and wipes, and all bedrooms have white noise machines and earplugs for light sleepers.

A starter canister of ground coffee is provided; along with coffee filters, and creamers to get you started.

The private & cozy back yard is complete with a large dining table, which seats 12, a propane BBQ & cafe string lights for evening meals & hanging out.

This historic home has has been outfitted with all new modern conveniences for our guests' comfort: all systems have been updated, including new plumbing, electrical system, and including separate heating & cooling units & thermostats for each floor.

We are Dog friendly, 2 dog maximum, up to 50 pounds each dog. Pets must be included and disclosed in the reservation, as we charge a non-refundable pet fee. Guests to send inquiry/message to host to add Pet(s) to reservation if option not available or not marked at time of booking.

Signed Guest Renter Agreement required for all bookings (signed via online portal called MyStay).

Guest Information Binder inside property, containing house rules and additional information.

This vacation rental home is managed locally by Tracy at Arrow Haven Vacation Rentals of Walla Walla and is available 24/7 during your stay. Additionally, as a Preferred Host, we partner with Stripe to process reservation credit card payments. The merchant of record will show "The James McCool House" on your credit card statement.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs less than 50 lbs per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Signed Guest Renter Agreement required for all bookings. For houses that are "pet friendly": dogs only (no cats allowed).
Primary renter minimum age: 25
No Events allowed. No Smoking or Vaping.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3795251
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
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

Walla Walla

Walla Walla is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitman Mission National Historic Site and Bennington Lake, while Art Gallery at the Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center and Kirkman House Museum are cultural highlights. Jumpin' Jellybeanz and Pioneer Park Aviary are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting, mountain biking, and hiking/biking trails.
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Walla Walla, WA

What's nearby

  • Art Gallery at the Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Downtown Farmers Market - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Whitman College - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Gesa Power House Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Pioneer Park Aviary - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Walla Walla, WA (ALW-Walla Walla Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dennys - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ice-burg Drive In - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Large & spacious: 12 guests & walkable to Main St! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Large & spacious: 12 guests & walkable to Main St!?

As of Sep 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large & spacious: 12 guests & walkable to Main St! on Oct 5, 2026 start from $489, 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 Large & spacious: 12 guests & walkable to Main St!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large & spacious: 12 guests & walkable to Main St!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large & spacious: 12 guests & walkable to Main St! located?

Situated in Walla Walla, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Jumpin' Jellybeanz, Providence St. Mary Medical Center - Walla Walla, and Art Gallery at the Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center. Downtown Farmers Market and Gesa Power House Theatre are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We couldn't have asked for a better experience. We love to travel and this was one of our favorite homes! Thank you for providing everything we could ever need.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 18, 2026
Thank you! You all were the BEST group! We hope to host you again in the future. Cheers ~
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time in this very large house, plenty of room to visit and to dine together. Lots of special touches such as shampoo, conditioner, and other goodies in the bathrooms plenty of towels and great air conditioning. Owner is very responsive and kind.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 4, 2026
Thank you to you and the group for choosing our home for your Walla Walla trip (and being so patient and kind during the small hiccup with the smoke alarms!) We hope to host you and the group again in the future. Cheers ~
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific location, walking distance to downtown. The home is a beautiful, extremely well-maintained historic home. Everything we needed was there we spent an evening enjoying the backyard. Great home base for our group of girlfriends to enjoy a long weekend in Walla Walla!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 6, 2026
Great group! We hope you come back and stay with us again! Cheers~
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very wonderful house. Worked well for our big group. Very well stocked kitchen and big table for a large group. Easy checkin and checkout.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 24, 2026
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure hosting you and the group. Cheers ~
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This house has everything we could possibly need! The communication was the best I’ve ever experienced with a rental. Would definitely recommend this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family gathering

Lovely home, very well maintained and beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 28, 2025
Thank you, Kelly! Glad your family had a nice gathering at the house. Cheers ~
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing accommodations!Charming home, clean, comfortable, and great location. Perfect size for our 9 person girls weekend. Host of the home thought of everything to ensure we had a remarkable stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 8, 2025
Thank you so much for choosing our home for your recent trip! You are welcome back anytime! Cheers ~
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our party of 8! Very clean, comfortable, and well stocked with all the essentials and more. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2025
Thank you so much for choosing our home! We hope to host the group again in the future. Cheers ~
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great space for a post-holiday family gathering!

This was our third time staying here between Christmas and New Years. Love the big dining room table and living from space.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Close and Convenient

We loved this charming place and will likely make it an annual tradition! It was close and convenient to everything we had planned, so we walked everywhere and enjoy visiting with family along the way.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place for a group to come together

The place is both well located and well kept for such a large group. I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 31, 2024
Hi Stephen! Thank you again for choosing The James McCool House for your group stay. Please come back and visit us again! Cheers ~
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous visit with fabulous friends.

Beautiful house! Easy process renting and communication. We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Walla Walla Wine Adventure

This house has everything. It is well maintained and simply beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 7, 2024
Hello Kathleen! Thank you so much for the kind words and wonderful review. Please come back to visit The James McCool House, anytime! Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing restored historic home

This property was awesome, room for all of us and restored beautifully. Bike or walk downtown to fun restaurants or wine tasting. Would definitely book again as there was a room for all 11 of us and the kids had a blast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 23, 2024
Hi Karen! Thank you so much for choosing The James McCool House for your family adventure! We are so happy you had a wonderful time. Please come back soon! Cheer ~ (Tracy)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls wine weekend

Beautiful, old home that was very clean and well stocked. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 11, 2025
Thank you Sandy! We hope to host you and the group in the future. Cheers ~ Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect house for a large group

We truly enjoyed our stay. Love the house and all of its character. The kitchen was well stocked and the beds were comfortable. Plenty of space for a large group. We will definitely stay again. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for large group

We really enjoyed our stay. Perfect accommodations for four to five couples. House was really well stocked with everything you could need. Great kitchen for cooking and massive tables inside and out for dining and playing games. Will definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely home

A fabulous house that was clean and very well-stocked. It was perfect for our girls weekend of wine tasting!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wine and relaxing

1895 home was amazing, like living in the past.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 12, 2025
Rich, thank you for choosing our historic home for your family gathering! We hope to host your group again in the future, and don't hesitate to reach out for local recommendations too! Cheers ~ Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Walla Walla stay!

This house was lovely and so thoughtfully appointed. We really enjoyed our time there—wish we had a few more days to enjoy it! Tracy was a most wonderful communicator too. Thank you, Tracy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 23, 2024
Thank you, Jackie, for choosing The James McCool House for your stay! Please come and visit us again - we'd be honored to host you and group again. Cheers ~
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this house

Amazing place, plenty of room and unique furnitures! Love it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We rented this home for a weekend wine trip with four other couples. From the minute we walked in the door, all the ladies were commenting on the tasteful decorations and the absolutely beautiful home! There were bedrooms to accommodate all of us and every one of them was super comfortable. The formal dining room was perfect for having dinner together and hanging out, playing games in the evening. The kitchen had everything we needed for when we decided to BBQ. There was not one thing missing from this amazing house. Communication with Tracy was outstanding. Every time I messaged her, she had an answer right away. Everything about the stay was fantastic and we will return in the future. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 28, 2026
Thank you SO much for choosing our home for your trip to Walla Walla! We hope to host you and the group again! Cheers ~
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful House

We loved staying in this house. It was spotless and comfortable. Four couples stayed two nights and everyone had a great time. It is on a busy corner with a stoplight which was the only disappointment - I was expecting a quiet downtown street, but regardless the house itself was very cool and well maintained. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 12, 2024
Hi Laurel! Glad you & the group enjoyed your stay & had a great time at The James McCool House. Cheers ~ Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

College Roommates

Annual getaway for this group of 8. The house was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we needed

A group of adult friends wanted to enjoy some kid free time with good food and great wine. The McCool house was charming and conveniently located to downtown. We walked there every morning for coffee and walked to and from dinner every evening. Would definitely stay here again for a short walla walla get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tracy Calhoon

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My brother and I rescued this property from disrepair in 2005. The home has been fully renovated it to bring it to modern standards. We hope you enjoy the eclectic mix of new and old, and appreciate the vintage + original accents throughout. We strive to make your stay comfortable and provide a wonderful guest experience, while preserving the home's unique style.

This vacation rental home is managed locally by Tracy at Arrow Haven Vacation Rentals of Walla Walla and is available 24/7 during your stay. Additionally, as a Preferred Host, we partner with Stripe to process reservation credit card payments. The merchant of record will show "The James McCool House" on your credit card statement.

Why they chose this property

We love the walkability to downtown Main Street for shopping, wine tasting and wonderful restaurants, while also being centrally located (with a short drive) to Walla Walla's Southside (including the neighboring Rocks District), Airport District, & Westside where you'll experience award winning wines.

What makes this property unique

Historic property, built in 1895! Funky, eclectic mix of old and new, and period inspired bathrooms and kitchen.

Languages:

English

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