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Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center

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A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a fireplace, a television, and a dog statue.
A historic stone building with a sign reading "Idaho State Penitentiary."
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a countertop with a coffee maker, toaster, and sink. There is a dining table with chairs and a window with blinds.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 7 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It offers adventure activities like ice skating, hiking, and mountain biking. Enjoy the outdoor patio, along with nearby golf options. Explore attractions such as Boise Depot and Ann Morrison Park in the city center.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Boise State University
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet
  • Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Boise, ID
  • Place, Boise State University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Albertsons Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, ExtraMile Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boise, ID (BOI)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center

Welcome to our cozy cottage incredibly close to all you might want in downtown Boise while situated in a quiet neighborhood and comfortable enough to make you feel like you never want to leave. In fact, you can walk to BSU, downtown, the capital, Morrison Center, Boise River, Anne Frank Memorial, museums, restaurants,the Greenbelt and more. Leave your vehicle behind and walk, scooter or Uber easily around town. If are arriving by air, the airport is a short 5 – 7 minute drive from the cottage. Winter skiing at Bogus Basin is only 45 minutes away and a visit to and from the mountain resort town of McCall is well within a day’s drive. If you are performing at the Morrison Center, this home is perfectly situated for you!

Originally build in 1947, our place has been completely remodeled including the beautifully horticulturalist designed and maintained landscaping and large yard. Our three bedroom, two bathroom home can comfortably sleep 6 (or 7 if someone is up for the couch). All bedding and towels are brand new with luxurious comfort in mind. In fact, we completely remodeled the home specifically to place it on the short term rental market so the majority of the furnishings are brand new, as well.

We are passionate about cooking so our recently remodeled kitchen is well appointed and even has spices and seasonings to get you started. The kitchen has a Keurig coffee maker and we provide some coffee to get you going. If you prefer to cook outside, the cottage also has a BBQ on its charming backyard patio. The house has two refrigerators and a small wine refrigerator so you will not run out of room and has both heading and air-conditioning. The house also has a washer and dryer and we include the detergent for your convenience.

Once at the house, we have restaurant menus and literature to help you plan your stay. A supermarket, Starbucks and several restaurants are very close by adding to the convenience of our location. Further, we are located nearby and are always at your service for recommendations or assistance.

When you travel, it can be difficult to find a home away from home that feels cozy and clean while affordable and convenient. Our cottage is all of that and more. Please call us and/or schedule your visit with us today. You will not be disappointed.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1472349vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Boise

Located in Boise Bench, a neighbourhood in Boise, this holiday home is near a water park. Eighth Street Marketplace and Boise Spectrum are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Morrison-Knudsen Nature Center and Kathryn Albertson Park. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts and Zoo Boise are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Boise, ID

What's nearby

  • Boise State University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ann Morrison Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Boise River - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Albertsons Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • ExtraMile Arena - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Boise Station - 4 min drive
  • Boise Airport (BOI) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Albertsons Library - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Here's How Public House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center located?

Located in Boise Bench, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Boise Depot and Boise State University. Ann Morrison Park and Oregon Trail Memorial Bridge are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Leland Barkes

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Hi there! Let us introduce ourselves. We are so excited to have you come stay at our beloved cottage. We, ourselves, enjoy the cottage on weekend stays from our home. In fact, Carol uses the cottage as a writer's getaway where she co-authored her best selling book, Success Breakthroughs, with Jack Canfield (Chicken Soup for the Soul author). Even though we are minutes away, it still feels like a country get away when we are at the cottage. We love how close we are to the Saturday market and enjoying walking down to it to get fresh bread and veggies, etc for our dinners. We love to hike, explore and eat at all the cool new places cropping up around town. Carol is a best selling author, international speaker and former sommelier so she is a great source for wine tips - we have quite a few great wineries in the area and she is happy to point you in the right direction. Leland is a horticulturist and an avid fly-fisherman so if you want tips on where to try your luck, just ask. Finally, we have 4 children and Carol teaches at BSU so we can help you with family/college information, too.

Why they chose this property

Why not this property? Great linens and towels, beautifully appointment, washer and dryer, and location, location, location. We have made our cottage with us, as travelers, in mind. What we want, we put in for you. If you need anything, we are here.

What makes this property unique

We love how cozy our cottage is and we love the location. We also really appreciate the size of our spacious yard complete with open land behind us. It gives us much privacy and peacefulness. We have had deer, wild turkeys, coyotes, hawks, cranes and other wildlife in our neighborhood so while we are so close to the downtown, we still have the influence of nature within our neighborhood. In our backyard, there is a huge, old sycamore tree that houses several squirrels. They are super fun to watch bounce around while enjoying time on the back patio.

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