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Garden Cottage on College Hill

Cottage with kitchen, near University of Oregon

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The main living area has an open floor plan. Bathroom & bedroom both have doors.
Our sunny, clean, light-filled garden cottage.
Brick work and open wood beam between living room and kitchen/dining area.
Vaulted ceiling in the living room.
Living room: gas fireplace, smart TV, comfy seating & air conditioner in summer.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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  • Place, Hult Center for Performing Arts
  • Place, University of Oregon
  • Place, Autzen Stadium
  • Airport, Eugene, OR (EUG)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Garden Cottage on College Hill

This is a clean, quiet, sunny, sweet, little cottage tucked into a quiet alley in the Friendly Area Neighborhood on College Hill, only a mile from downtown and the University of Oregon. If you like walking, it's easy to get most places on foot, yet it is privately situated behind another property we own and accessible via a quiet alley. Parking is private, off-street and very close.

In the summer, there is an air conditioner to keep the temperature comfortable. In the winter you can sit in front of the gas fireplace and watch movies curled up under one of the throws. There is a love seat, an armchair and a rocking chair to relax in.

The living room, kitchen and dining area have an open floor plan. There are doors to the bedroom and bathroom. Our remodeled vintage cottage features the original exposed brick chimney and fir floors from the 1940s, which give it a nice warm glow. It is full of windows and skylights. There are updated tile floors in the kitchen and bathroom. The kitchen has a gas stove to cook on and is stocked with quality pots and pans and a Keurig coffee maker with coffee provided. There are fresh herbs growing just outside the front door for you to snip! There is a 27" smart TV and high speed internet with which you can enjoy TV shows and movies through your Netflix, Hulu or other entertainment accounts. There is also an HDMI cable so you can connect your device directly to the TV.

Just outside the windows of the main living area there is a little brick patio, garden beds and a rose arbor. It is a lovely place in the warmer months to enjoy a cup of coffee and a good book, sip a glass of wine with a friend or enjoy a full meal. The maple tree gives you nice shade in the summer and beautiful foliage in the fall.

Our downtown is bustling with casual to upscale cafes, restaurants, brew pubs unique food booths, shops and theaters. I am happy to offer suggestions if you let me know what you're looking for!

I live next door so I am readily available to respond to any issues that arise. I enjoy meeting new people and sharing insider information about our lovely town if it is desired, but level of interaction is totally up each guest. The cottage has a keyless entry and is set up for self check-in.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Free standing gas fireplace, uncovered outlets etc
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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 to complete the following before checking out:
Check-out is simple: please make sure your dishes are washed and leave things neat and tidy. We will take care of the rest, including the trash.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking or vaping of any substances in the house or on the property.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Eugene

Located in Eugene, this cottage is in the city centre. Shelton McMurphey Johnson House and Owen Rose Garden are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Civic Winery and Territorial Vineyards and Wine Company. Lane County Fair Grounds and Museum of Natural and Cultural History are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Eugene, OR

What's nearby

  • McDonald Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hult Center for Performing Arts - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Oregon - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Hayward Field - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Autzen Stadium - 5 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Eugene Station - 13 min drive
  • Eugene, OR (EUG) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mandy’s - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Field House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Joystick - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Bier Stein - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Level Up Arcade - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden Cottage on College Hill pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Garden Cottage on College Hill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Garden Cottage on College Hill?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Garden Cottage on College Hill located?

Located in Friendly, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Lane Events Center and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from University of Oregon. Lane County Fair Grounds and Lane County Historical Museum are also within 15 minutes. Eugene Station is 25 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jo K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect! Very comfortable and perfect for two. Well appointed in all respects. Our host was super friendly and made sure all was perfect. We absolutely will stay here again on our next trip to Eugene!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

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

Perfect for Us

Right size, clean and comfortable, very well-supplied, responsive owner, and great location for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Cottage in the Alley

Wonderful stay at this quaint cottage. Great walking distance to the U of O. Quiet, clean, and everything I needed. Thank you Jennie!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Nice place

Communication from the host was great. The place was clean and the perfect size. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jennifer is wonderful to work with and offers almost instant responses.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene C.

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

Home away from home feel !

I have stayed here multiple times and my stay has always been peaceful. I will be back !
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Pleasure

Good location for visiting grandchild at O U, very comfortable for two people, host very pleasant and helpful if needed. One very minor complaint, no local T V available.I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shellie C.

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

Short trip

This was our second time staying at the cottage. It’s very cozy and Jennie is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
So cozy and comfortable. Loved the gas fireplace. Wish the tv had an antenna for local channels, but not necessary.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

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

Simply perfect!

Couldn't have been more pleased!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria L.

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

Adorable Cabin in the Heart of Eugene

This little cabin is the perfect spot to stay if you are visiting Eugene! It was centrally located, had parking, and looked exactly as the photos, while still being private and cozy! Our host Jennifer was attentive and provided everything we needed for our stay. Sadly it rained all weekend when we stayed, but had to been nicer, it would have been perfect to get around on foot! We wouldn’t hesitate to rent this cabin again if we were in town! 10 outta 10!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvette M.

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

Cozy cottage

Very comfortable and cozy. The cottage was clean and located in good spot for traveling to UO and downtown. We walked or took short ubers to most places.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mimi C.

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

M

Luv the vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

gail m.

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

Wonderful Eugene Cottage

This was a very cute, cozy, comfortable cottage located in a quite, quiet neighborhood in Eugene. Jennifer was very helpful when I had a mix-up with my reservation (my error). The kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans, dishware, etc. Highly recommend this cottage for 1-2 people during your stay in Eugene!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph T.

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

Fraternal visit

Comfortable. TV was complicated to use.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

One of my favorite VRBOs

Jennie’s place is the best! So cozy, and tastefully decorated. Overall great vibes! Jennie also anticipates her guests needs. Not only was the kitchen well stocked with supplies, including coffee, tea, cloth napkins, lovely plates and cups, but she even had a brand new toothbrush, toothpaste and dental floss in the cabinet for the forgetful traveler! 😁I remembered my brush and paste, but totally forgot my floss and was delighted to find some. I will be back! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a delightful experience staying at the Garden Cottage. The photos and description were spot on. The cottage was spotlessly clean, well-appointed, and very comfortable. It was just the place my wife and I needed for our visit to this part of Oregon. Finally, both my wife and I can’t speak highly enough about our host Jennifer. She was super responsive and helpful with some questions we had about local restaurants. We both highly recommend the Garden Cottage for a stay in the Eugene area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

taylor k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was perfect! Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to the road from the alley it is located on. The host was wonderful from communication to check in and checkout process. My husband and I stayed here to attend a university of Oregon game. It was a quick uber ride to the game and we use the local Eugene rental bikes on our way back. There is a bike drop off just 1.5 blocks from this place! We hope to explore Eugene again after this stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, comfy. All great - again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, clean cottage but if you are looking for more privacy, I wouldn’t recommend this. Ideal for stopovers.
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Crater Lake National Park
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

merril e.

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

Great stay

Fantastic property. Everything we needed. Great area. Quiet, peaceful and homey. Will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice cottage very cozy really nicely decorated. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

bruno t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was a very cute cottage, well stocked with what ever you needed. The coffee situation was a french press for you coffee drinkers. Good wifi and TV. The place was very clean lots of towels. The cottage worked well for me being a individual or for a couple.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT P.

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

Crater lake

The cottage was everything it was said to be. Lits if beautiful flowers. It was nicely decorated with lots of personal touches. Jennifer was a great host and solved any problems we had quickly. We would definitely recommend this place and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Sherlock

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I am from Colorado but I've been living in Oregon for over 20 years. I like hiking, backpacking, rafting, Jungian psychology, talking about things that matter, cooking, eating, chocolate, my children, family, friends, dog.

Why they chose this property

I live next door to the cottage on the property adjacent to it. I bought the property with the cottage on it about 20 years ago with the help of my children's grandmother so she could have a place of her own to stay when she came to visit her two grandchildren. It worked perfectly! When the children were old enough, they could go through the gate in the back yard and toddle right up to Grandma's for a story or some cookies. They are in high school and college now, but Grandma still comes to visit regularly.

What makes this property unique

College Hill (so named because it was the location of the first college in Eugene) which is in the Friendly neighborhood is the perfect place to live in Eugene. It is a safe, and yes, friendly, neighborhood. It far enough from the University that it is quiet, but close enough to reap the cultural and intellectual benefits the University brings to Eugene. It is in biking and walking distance of just about everything in Eugene.

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