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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
$204
avg per night

Explore the area

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Mexico, MO
  • Place, Optimist Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mexico Audrain County Library
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, North East Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
Price is $204 avg per night

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About the neighborhood

Mexico

Located in Mexico, this guesthouse is in the city center. Audrain County Historical Society and Emmons Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Hillside Mini Golf and Presser Performing Arts Center.
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What's nearby

  • SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Audrain - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Optimist Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mexico Audrain County Library - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • North East Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • American Saddle Horse Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pig Up And Go BBQ Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dos Arcos - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Darlene's Guest Cottage

Located on the grounds of the Spencer Estate, the Guest Cottage offers 3 bedrooms, spacious living room and a fully equipped kitchen. ​Guests will enjoy a private retreat and access to the beautiful English gardens.

Living Room - Overlooks beautiful English Gardens

Dining Room - Overlooks private forest

3 Bedrooms - Queen and Full-size beds

Extra Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa in the Living Room

Pets are not accepted
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Hot Tub
Air conditioning
Gym
Breakfast available
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please turn off all the lights and leave the keys on the round table in the Living Room. Do NOT lock the door. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Is Darlene's Guest Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Darlene's Guest Cottage?

As of Mar 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Darlene's Guest Cottage on Mar 31, 2026 start from $204, 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 Darlene's Guest Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Darlene's Guest Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Darlene's Guest Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Mexico, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Mexico City Hall, Jefferson Street Mini-Park, and SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Audrain. Mexico Audrain County Library and Optimist Park are also within 15 minutes.

Darlene's Guest Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t wait to return - thank you for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jaymie L. M.

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

Mitchell family

Perfect place for families to assemble and prepare for MMA events
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

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

Very accommodating and incredible hostess

We enjoyed our visit. Darlene was very easy to communicate with and offered additional services. The cottage was very clean and had all necessities- we were missing our TV / internet, but disconnecting from the world for a couple of days wasn’t a bad thing. Thanks for all.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

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

Wonderfully welcoming!

What a perfect time of the year for a visit! The flowers throughout the garden were amazing. And as always, Darlene was wonderfully accomodating. Her breakfasts are always delicious and we were able to enjoy her garden strawberries. I am looking forward to my next opportunity to visit. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ian W.

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

Darlene is a GREAT HOSTESS

We had a very comfortable and wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Good place to stay.

I planned a surprise birthday trip for my gf and we met our friends up there. The place was very nice and a great place to get away. There was no internet or TV but we weren't going to use it anyway because we wanted to focus on each other. We are going back when we can.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

Private get a way with my 2 brothers....

Good privacy and fun to spend time with brothers in between family reunion activities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019