Skip to main content
Entire home

The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown

Photo gallery for The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a coffee maker, and a decorative plant.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a door.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and a marble countertop.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a television, and a plant.
A living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden flooring, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a hallway with a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Plains Art Museum
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Living area

Explore the area

View in a map
Fargo, ND
  • Place, Dike East Dog Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Plains Art Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Fargo Civic Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fargo, ND (FAR-Hector Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown

Nestled in the historic downtown area of Fargo, The Ugly Duckling is the perfect place for someone looking to see the older side of Fargo. As you walk into the home, the unique feel of this 3 bedroom 2 bathroom house will shine through. Dont let the age of the home fool you. Inside you will find everything you need to be cozy. The name says it all, The Ugly Duckling is old on the outside, but the inside is fresh and clean.
Please respect the family friendly neighborhood.
- NO Parties
- NO Smoking
- NO Pets
- Quiet time is from 10pm-8am

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Living area
Luxury Condo Downtown Fargo
Downtown Fargo
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
Luxury Condo Downtown Fargo

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please respect the family friendly neighborhood. - NO Parties - NO Smoking - NO Pets - Quiet time is from 10pm-8am

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3737120vb
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

About the area

Fargo

Hawthorne, a neighbourhood in Fargo, is home to this holiday home. Plains Art Museum and The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Island Park Pool and Heritage Hjemkomst Interpretive Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fargodome or Fargo Civic Center.
View more Holiday homes in FargoOpens in a new window
Map
Fargo, ND

What's nearby

  • Island Park Pool - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Dike East Dog Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Plains Art Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Fargo Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Fargo Civic Center - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Fargo Station - 6 min drive
  • Fargo, ND (FAR-Hector Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fryn' Pan - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Duffy's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mexican Village - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Rhombus Guys - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown located?

Located in Hawthorne, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Prairie St. John's, Island Park Pool and Plains Art Museum. Lindenwood Park and Dike East Dog Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). Fargo Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything inside was clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Ugly Duckling was a wonderful home away from home. Clean, comfortable, easy rules. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April C.

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

Great stay!

We loved this clean, cozy house. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

Great stau

Excellent property and host
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

Great visit

Were in town for a family wedding. Loved that all three groups to be in the same house to increase time to visit. House was adorable and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

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

Cute and Cozy

The host was very accommodating and responsive. The house is really nice inside and was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would have given a 5/5 overall but it was a little cold in the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina A.

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

Very comfortable and everything we needed

We stayed the weekend with a group of friends (3 couples total). The house was clean and comfortable, it was well stocked with everything we needed. Beds were comfortable, the kitchen had all the necessities, the bathrooms were even stocked with toiletries for those of us that forgot some items. Will definitely return when we plan another stay in Fargo.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We did have to buy a potato masher and peeler and the kitchen could use some other bowls/pans for cooking
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa E.

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

Clean and Tidy

Great house, lots of room to move about. Bonus with lots of plug ins with various usb/usc outlets. Appreciate the owners quick response to fixing the heat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easily findable, with easy access to downtown and surrounding areas. Lots of parking. Clean and thoughtfully stocked. It’s an older house, and quirky, but if you don’t mind that it’s a good place to stay. Wouldn’t recommend for people who have trouble with steeper stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was perfect for what we needed - close to Fargo Dome, Airport, restaurants, etc. as we were at a wrestling event most of the days. Beds were comfortable and air conditioning was needed during the hot nights. Only thing need to fix was front door (need to pull to lock/unlock), and first level bathroom door as it gets stuck when trying to close, but not a big deal.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sara B.

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

Family gathering

Property was as described. Had all the amenities needed. Used the games they provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Zak C.

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

Nice inside, convenient location

Nice house and fit our needs well. Older home that has been renovated on the inside. Outside is still dated (hence the "Ugly Duckling"). Owner was responsive to messages. Only downside was that the street in front of the house was closed due to construction, so we did not have access to the driveway for parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa F.

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

Weekend in Fargo

House was nice and close to things we wanted to go to. Well stocked kitchen and baths- clean and cozy place with nice tv. Front door little hard to lock/unlock, bath in lower level shower needs some attention as not hot and bathroom door needs fixing so will shut. It would be nice to add some Fargo tourist information and instructions for TV
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Warren H.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
We had trouble getting the code to work once we figured out what it was. It does not look like we were the first one to have problems as the door had been repaired before our stay. The beds were good and it was clean. There is no questions of the outside of the house and that is not by accident. I think the place is a work in progress. I wish you the best. Hank
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jen C.

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

Great Place

It was a very quick stay. We arrived late and checked out very early. We didn't utilized the kitchen area at all, but from what I can tell it is very well stocked. Everything was neat, clean and tidy. The beds were comfy and there was a lot of extra bedding, if we were cold at night. Eli was very forth coming with information about road construction and alternate parking. He was very helpful in sorting our confusion as to where to park. He answered our questions very quickly. Overall it was a nice stay, just wished our time there was a little longer. We were there less than 12 hours.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mercedes S.

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

Cute Little House

The house was as advertised. We stayed for 3 nights. The beds were comfortable. There were a few window AC units. The downstairs bedroom does not have AC, and got very hot at night when we needed to close the door. The coffee bar has a keurig coffee maker, and the kitchen was mostly stocked. There were a few missing items/amenities that I wish I had asked about beforehand, such as a kettle for tea, mixing bowl(s) for salad/batter/popcorn, a whisk. All other kitchen utensils we needed were there. When we arrived we couldn't find enough towels for all the guests, but the host was quick to respond, and tell us where to find extra. Over all was a nice place to stay for the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colby W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really great stay! Hopefully will stay again in the future, definitely would for the place and experience we had!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Your host

Host profile image

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback