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Emma’s Cottage

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A house with a covered porch, a brick staircase, and a garden with a stone pathway.
A house with a porch, a brick wall, and a garden with rocks and plants.
A bedroom with a bed, a fireplace, a door, and a window with blinds.
A living room with hardwood flooring, a fireplace, a mounted flat-screen TV, and a variety of framed artwork on the walls.
A dining room with a round table and chairs, a chandelier, and a cityscape mural on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
Accommodating 5 guests, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It includes a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Explore attractions like the Rosa Parks Arrest Site and the Rosa Parks Library and Museum during your stay.

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 centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to The Legacy Museum
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Montgomery, AL
  • Place, The National Memorial for Peace and Justice
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Montgomery Performing Arts Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverfront Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Montgomery, AL (MGM-Montgomery Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Emma’s Cottage

Emma’s Cottage was carefully restored, renovated, and decorated in loving memory of my grandmother, Ms. Emma L. Gould, who was simply known to me as Grandma. Every thought and detail was done with her in my mind. Her kind heart and hospitality is what made her so special.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No loud music NO PARTIES NO SMOKING ON INSIDE
. ANY SIGN OF A PARTY, the POLICE WILL BE CALLED.. and the guests will be PUT OUT of the property!
Absolutely NO PETS

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3315484vb
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
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

Montgomery

Cottage Hill, a neighbourhood in Montgomery, is home to this holiday home. OConnor Tennis Center and Bowlero Montgomery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit EastChase Shopping Mall and Eastdale Shopping Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cramton Bowl or Dunn-Oliver Acadome.
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Montgomery, AL

What's nearby

  • Rosa Parks Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The National Memorial for Peace and Justice - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Montgomery Performing Arts Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Riverfront Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Legacy Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Montgomery, AL (MGM-Montgomery Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Donkey Mexican Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dreamland BBQ - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tower Taproom - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Island Delight At Dexter - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Emma’s Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Emma’s Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Emma’s Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Emma’s Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Emma’s Cottage located?

Located in Cottage Hill, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Rosa Parks Arrest Site, Rosa Parks Museum and Rosa Parks Library and Museum. The National Memorial for Peace and Justice and Court Square are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emma’s cottage worked out perfectly for our visit to Montgomery.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Came in from Michigan for an Auburn game day. Such a cute cottage in the sweetest and well-manicured neighborhood. Close enough to Auburn without the outrageous rates. Beautifully decorated, clean and plenty of space for two to three couples or a family with children. Enjoying morning coffee on the front porch each day was a highlight!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house with everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable house and very convenient to downtown. We were in Memphis to visit the various civil rights museums and sites, and we were able to walk to most of them.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May, 2026
Thank you David!😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A truly exceptional home and hostess. The house is just beautiful, on a very quiet street. Literally minutes from The Legacy Museum and The Memorial for Peace and Justice. There were even frosted glasses in the freezer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is conveniently located and pleasant--clean and comfortable with a lovely welcome that consisted of a few cupcakes, lights turned on, and a cool, air-conditioned temperature.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr, 2026
Excellent guests, we look forward to welcoming them back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and beautifully decorated! We loved knowing the history of the owners as well! Very comfortable, immaculately clean and a very lovely neighborhood!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2026
We truly appreciate your stay Kelly, My husband raved about your Mom and February! 😂. We hope you and your family will stay with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property! Close to Legacy sites. Quiet, sweet neighborhood. Lovely front porch. We highly recommend this VRBO. Host is kind, and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful home! Emma's Cottage is attractive, clean, and in a lovely little neighborhood within walking distance of the Legacy sites!
We really enjoyed the front porch!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much Julia, you are so wonderful! 😊🙏
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are repeat visitors to this amazing cottage. The home is immaculate, well appointed, and is located in a very quaint historic district that is convenient to restaurants and other sites of interest in Montgomery. The hosts provide thoughtful additional touches such as fresh cut flowers and cupcakes from a local bakery upon arrival. We had some family members drop by while we were there and they were so impressed with the home that they are planning their own visit. I highly recommend Emma's Cottage!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May, 2026
Thank you John, we always appreciate you and your family staying with us, 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house as clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec, 2025
Thank you Elizabeth! 😊❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great VRBO

Awesome experience. Great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2025
Awesome guest, awesome family.. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Thanks again Stephen 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay!!!

We had a great stay at Emma’s cottage. The place was very clean and so cute!! Great location right next to downtown. Owner was very attentive and even left us some delicious cupcakes:) Would for sure stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your kind words Blake! We look forward to your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Emma's Cottage is absolutely beautiful! We loved our 2 night stay for a football game in town. We loved the cottage decor and layout! Host was fabulous and so kind! Highly reccomend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emma’s Cottage was the best. It was clean and quiet and so nicely put together. The beds were comfortable. And it was walking distance to good food and sites. We went to visit the Legacy sites and this was the perfect location. I would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2025
Thank you for being such a wonderful guest Tracey. We look forward to hearing from you again 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The most beautiful cottage! The host was responsive and the cottage is so relaxing!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a cute and convenient place in a terrific location. Very comfortable for 4 guests. Great host!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really enjoyed my stay here. The house was clean and well maintained. Fresh flowers and deserts were a nice welcoming touch to feel like a home away from home. Look forward to staying here again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Emma’s cottage - most excellent

Excellent place! Such a charming neighborhood, welcoming yard, and great history. House was perfect with espresso, cookies, and charm. Thank you for a great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
Thank you Amy, We appreciate you being such an excellent guest! We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We will be staying here next time we visit. This was the most adorable place we've ever stayed. I love the tribute to Emma. It made the home so welcoming. Every detail was thoughtful and you have a wonderful eye for decorating. The house smelled amazing and i would love to know what it was. Thank you for being such a thoughtful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan, 2026
Thank you so much for your very kind and thoughtful words Jimmy 🙏🏾
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Clean and Attentive Host

Very clean and in a good neighborhood. Host was very attentive and nice when we needed help.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct, 2023
Thank you Luis! We look forward to having you stay with us again next time you visit the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Place:)

Cute, very clean cottage. Close to downtown and Maxwell AFB. The neighborhood was nice and seemed like a safe area. The beds were comfortable but the sofa bed wasn't the best.We liked having the washer and dryer and will definitely stay there again if we ever needed to come back to town. Towanda was a great host!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2025
Thank you Dawn for your awesome feedback! We are now in the process of changing out the pull out couch.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect Montgomery rental

Beautiful cottage in a lovely, quiet neighborhood walking distance to downtown and Legacy sites. Clean, well appointed, has everything you need and more. A truly pleasant experience. I will seek out this rental on future trips.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May, 2024
Thank you for your very kind words Hilary, we look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a family passing through

My husband and I and our 3 small Boys were passing through for an evening, and this was a perfect little place to tuck away for the night before we went on our way. Towanda had local from-scratch bakery cupcakes waiting for us, the fans on, and a list of local food recommendations for us. Lots of loving and sweet touches to make us feel at home!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2024
Thank you for your very kind words Danielle. We hope to hear from you in the future if you’re passing through the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and clean

The stay was great for my wife and kids. Any thing we needed the host made sure it was done. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun, 2023
Thank you Darryl, we look forward to having you stay with us again!

About the host

Hosted by Towanda

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Hello My name is Towanda Thorne-James. I work in the Public Service Industry. I enjoy traveling, reading, exercising and most of all spending time with family.

Why they chose this property

I chose this neighborhood because of the quiet friendly atmosphere. The House is so close to downtown Montgomery you can literally walk to local restaurants and bars! Also it's only steps away from the Museums!

What makes this property unique

This Property is unique to me because of the family and safe atmosphere that is absolutely how my Grandma's house was when I was growing up!

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