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1920s Historic Charmer - Convenient Comfortable Cozy Close to DWNT & Sites

Family-friendly holiday home in Atlanta with a water park

1928 Hartford House - a nice and comfy home base for any Atlanta adventure.

Relax in Hartford House's inviting living room.

Access your favorite streaming service or catch a game on the high def Smart TV.

Queen rm downstairs is perfect for couples. Has local decor, but is uncluttered.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Atlanta, GA

Place, Lakewood Amphitheatre
‪4 min drive‬
Place, Mercedes-Benz Stadium
‪5 min drive‬
Place, Georgia Aquarium
‪7 min drive‬
Airport, Atlanta, GA (ATL-Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.)
‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Full

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

King

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

1920s Historic Charmer - Convenient Comfortable Cozy Close to DWNT & Sites

Hartford House is a gem of an historic property in an historic neighborhood. The home is comfortable and cozy, and also has special elements such as local decor and one-of-a-kind works of art. It has a great mix of old and new - which fits Atlanta perfectly.

When you stay with us, you will be close to downtown, all the best city sights, and transportation hubs.

Atlanta is a true FOUR season city. Right now, we are in the gorgeous Fall season. It's time for festivals and cozy porches! Fall is always an amazing time in Atlanta. And even though it is FALL - it can still feel like Summer here.

The season comes with fun festivals and great activities - games, concerts, and long days. And also places to enjoy the mild temps - the botanical garden is wonderful to stroll and even Six Flags is still nice, or in the cool of the Georgia Aquarium if a warm day.

Hartford House is close to most of the best events, sightseeing, and shopping in the Southeast.

This city is a great place for a staycation or vacation. It is truly one of the most underrated cities in the US.

There is something for everyone ... You can enjoy outside activities and the zoo; and there are also tons of indoor activities, such as museums, shopping, and performances, for any gloomy or rainy day.

Hartford House is perfectly located for your home base while in the Atlanta area. We call Hartford House our "nice and comfy" home base.

We call it NICE because it has a few more details guests won't find in other rentals in the area, like a working gas fireplace, a roomy "sit and stay" front porch, a sunny and private side deck, and 3 sizes of beds and basically 3 levels of firmness. And TONS of pillows for even the most picky sleeper.

It's COMFY because guests are so comfortable they feel like they live here--and with just a few blocks to the train station and a few stops on the train (or a few miles if driving) from the airport, guests find the house to be the perfect home base for their business or leisure travel.

Come visit and you will see why guests love Hartford House. Less than 3 miles from Mercedes-Benz Stadium, only a few blocks to the MARTA Train Station, and so close to Atlanta's tourist sites - such as the world-famous aquarium and our amazing little zoo.

10 minutes to Fox Theatre and other Midtown points of interest, like the world-famous Piedmont Park. Less than 10 minutes to the zoo, the aquarium, and Downtown. A short ride to the MKL sites. 3 minutes to 3 of the best breweries (and distillery) in the city. Close to some great natural areas (Arabia Mountain, Cascade Springs, Sweetwater Creek, and relatively close to Lake Lanier & Stone Mountain).

Nestled under Atlanta's famous tree canopy, on a quiet street, you will have all the convenience of the city, while in a restful, and REAL, neighborhood.

Believe it or not, we have foxes, owls, and lots and lots of birds. It's the best of both worlds...close to the glam of the city, but on a street that feels like the country!

Come enjoy the best of new Atlanta and old Atlanta.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

MUST be approved prior to checkin.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

The checkout list will also be sent the day prior to or the day of departure.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: MUST be approved prior to checkin.

Long-term renters welcome

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

This property does not have any lifts

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

About the area

Atlanta

Located in Capitol View, a neighbourhood in Atlanta, this holiday home is near theme parks. World of Coca-Cola and Fox Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Atlantic Station and Ponce City Market. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Zoo Atlanta and Six Flags Over Georgia. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Atlanta, GA

What's nearby

Lakewood Amphitheatre - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Mercedes-Benz Stadium - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
State Farm Arena - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
Georgia World Congress Center - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
Georgia Aquarium - 7 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

Oakland City Station - 12 min walk
Atlanta Peachtree Station - 18 min drive
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪Atlanta Fish House and Grill - ‬2 min drive
‪Pedro’s Tacos - ‬3 min drive
‪Strangers in Paradise - ‬3 min drive
‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive
‪Monday Night Garage - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1920s Historic Charmer - Convenient Comfortable Cozy Close to DWNT & Sites pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1920s Historic Charmer - Convenient Comfortable Cozy Close to DWNT & Sites?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1920s Historic Charmer - Convenient Comfortable Cozy Close to DWNT & Sites?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1920s Historic Charmer - Convenient Comfortable Cozy Close to DWNT & Sites located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tyler Perry Studios, Morehouse College and Spelman College. Clark Atlanta University and Atlanta University Center Consortium are also within 3 miles (5 km). Oakland City Station is 12 minutes by foot.

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

James A.

13 Jul, 2025

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

What a great weekend! This home was exactly what we wanted. Close to Downtown ATL, great architecture and such a cozy feel. Our host was extremely friendly and quick to respond. No issues with access, all the needed details were provided ahead of time. Would highly recommend staying here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

15 Jun, 2025

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

Great house! Loved the old architecture. Host provided great communication! House was very clean.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lexie R.

10 Jun, 2025

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

What an amazing house! Very cute, lots of personality, and beautifully decorated. The neighborhood is also gorgeous, with many historic houses, and a set of trails called the bikeline is in easy walking distance. Great place to go for a jog or walk. My family really loved staying here!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey D.

16 Feb, 2025

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

Cozy home

We stayed at the house for a cheerleading competition. The house was perfect and very comfortable highly recommend

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay T.

22 Jun, 2025

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

Gorgeous historical home!

We had an absolutely amazing time staying at this beautiful home. The host’s attention to detail is unmatched. The property is welcoming and clean. The beds and linens are comfortable and soft! We would definitely stay at this home again when we come back to Atlanta. The neighborhood is very welcoming and we felt safe our entire visit. Our children loved playing Jenga on the front porch and catching fireflies in the evening. We had the very best time and our host maintained excellent communication and was kind enough to give us nearby recommendations on grocery stores, attractions, and restaurants. We cannot wait to come back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manoochehr J.

22 Jun, 2024

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

Cozy & Clean

Very good stay- Quite - Comfortable -

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis L.

29 Mar, 2021

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

Great place

Nice home very clean close to lots of shopping & restaurants

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

19 Mar, 2023

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

Enjoyable stay

We enjoyed our time at Capital Stay. It was fairly close to downtown. Our host was very helpful with any questions and requests we had. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy P.

19 Mar, 2022

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

Great visit to Atlanta!

Nice property with a convenient location, just what we needed for a getaway to Atlanta. Our host had lots of great recommendations and was very responsive. We'll stay at this property again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

MILDRED f.

13 Aug, 2021

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

Awesome Stay!!

House was was very comfortable and clean, neighborhood was safe and near many places to eat. The host was always a text away. We had a great stay!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

1 Nov, 2023

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

Great Home

Quaint home in and up and coming area. Close to downtown and lots of amenities.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie W.

22 Oct, 2021

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

Nice stay in Atlanta

The house is beautiful and very clean, nicely stocked. The location is up and coming, but we didn’t feel unsafe. Overall enjoyed our very short stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

6 May, 2024

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

Great place

Great place to stay. Close to everything. Very attentive host. Everything we needed was in house. Including a medicine cup for the toddler !!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle W., TALLAHASSEE

30 Jan, 2023

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

Capital View

Beautifully remodeled home with good bones!. Lovely area with plenty of room for the whole family. It’s a home away from home conveniently located close to downtown and attractions.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzie W., Fairhope, AL

5 Nov, 2022

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

Quaint historic home

home was clean, quiet neighborhood. owner was very organized and communicated well.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

17 Jun, 2023

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

At home Charm !!

It was great. The property is located in a central area close to a lot of things to do in Atlanta. I highly recommend this property for anybody visiting Atlanta .

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bennett B.

3 May, 2022

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

Great house!

Great house, spacious, great location. Very communicative hosts. Thanks!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

11 Aug, 2022

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

Great Place!

Adorable home that has a lot of character. Very accommodating and clean. The host Laura was amazing to work with. She answered questions we had and gave us great info. Highly recommend staying here if in the Atlanta area.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

21 May, 2023

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

Stay in Atlanta

House was perfect for us. Location was very convenient to where we wanted to be. It was clean and comfortable. Owner was communicative and wonderful, letting us know about the location, amenities, etc. She was very nice to deal with.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

21 Feb, 2023

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

A gem

Our family of four had a fantastic time at Hartford House. The house had everything we needed to just hang out and go explore. Our teenagers loved the upstairs bedroom. We would highly recommend Hartford House.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

16 Feb, 2021

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

Short weekend trip

Laura was amazing in helping accommodate us. The house was very well kept, with a sense of comfort to it. You can definitely feel “at home” at the Hartford house. Although the neighborhood is “gritty” as described we had no problems whatsoever. Would definitely consider renting again should another Atlanta trip come up

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

ASHLEY S.

16 Aug, 2023

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

Perfect Place

We adored this house! There were 8 of us staying here and 6 were kids ages from 1 to 12 and then 2 adults. There was more than enough room here and the check in process was easy and checking out was so simple. The owner was very good with communication. We visited to go to the aquarium and the house is older but kept up with very well. Even though I was skeptical about the neighborhood at first we had no issues and felt completely safe. After the aquarium the kids did not want to do anything but go back and play at the house. It is very homey and we would definitely stay again if I am back in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan S., Germantown, TN

17 Oct, 2022

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

Clean, comfortable, and close to downtown

Our family stayed for a fall break trip to Atlanta. The location to what we wanted to do was wonderful. We did several things downtown, but also wanted to explore some places outside of the city and nothing was too far. The neighborhood is very urban and that may bother some people, but I didn't feel unsafe. One thing to consider for people with young children, the stairs are VERY steep, and I would not want to have young children navigating those. Other than that, the size was good for our family of 5, it was extremely clean and cared for and we love the charm of older homes so we enjoyed it!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shamika M.

23 Dec, 2022

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

Home away from home

My two young adult children and I stayed here. We each have nothing but good things to say. The house was cozy yet spacious enough to not feel as though we were on top of each other. There are thoughtfully placed memos and reminders throughout the home. The neighborhood felt safe. It was easily accessible to the interstate and great local restaurants. Laura was great in answering questions. She is extremely responsive and thorough. If we return to Atlanta this will our home away from home. Thanks for a great pre holiday retreat.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

28 May, 2019

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

Our Atlanta Home

I have used VRBO to book amazing homes all around the globe and this was *BY FAR* my absolute favorite. Our host, Laura provided invaluable information and made me feel us feel like part of her family. The liquid refreshments/amenities were much welcomed as HOTlanta reaching scorch level during our visit. We have also decided to purchase one of the board games we played- Mr. Lister, so much fun! The house is full of lovely decorating details, the beds soft and the pillows heavenly. We didn't use the kitchen- but we could have cooked a full Holiday spread in there comfortably. I hope to return to this beautiful home in the very near future. I could comfortably live there- literally. Thank you, Laura- for everything!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Laura Robinson

Travel is one of the most important priorities for our family of four. We have been traveling the country since our kids were babies - we have seen all 48 contiguous states, plus Alaska. We plan to see Hawaii soon.

We love traveling... and we are so pleased to be able to offer our nice and comfortable home to other fellow travelers at a reasonable cost.

Because we have seen most of the United States, up close and personal, and we know Atlanta is one of the most welcoming, interesting, and exciting cities in the country.

Atlanta offers something for every traveler and our small neighborhood of Capitol View in Southwest Atlanta gives guests a chance to be in the city -- but also in a less frantic part of town. We absolutely love being able to host travelers in our home.

We also LOVE nice people. We call our home nice and comfy and we are nice people ourselves. We so enjoy opening our home to other NICE people. If you love historic homes in historic neighborhoods, love nice parks, and nice tree-lined streets, you love nice comforts of a cozy home, you will love our Hartford House.

We also believe nice people understand that Atlanta is a city just like any other city. It is not sterile...it has real people here, and not everyone will look and act like you.

We believe this is an advantage of our neighborhood, not a negative. We also will do everything within our control to ensure you have a comfortable and pleasant stay with us...and in turn we expect our guests to be reasonable and that they also are respectful of our home, our neighbors, and our neighborhood.

And the end of the day, we have found most people really like our home and 'hood. Atlanta is everything a mid-sized Southern city should be.

We hope you come see us--we think you will like it, too.

Why they chose this property

We love our home because it is the perfect combination of city and "country" with exceptional proximity to everything Atlanta has to offer.

The home is on a tree lined street in an historic neighborhood that has retained its authentic character and interesting and cool vibe.

We are proud that Capitol View is one of the remaining neighborhoods that has stayed true to its roots and we are ecstatic that we can offer a nice home for guests that is at a price point that makes traveling accessible for anyone.

You will find a more manicured neighborhood somewhere in Atlanta, but not at our price point, and not with our amazing neighbors and authentic feel.

Our home is in the city...and wonderfully close to downtown and most attractions --- but because it IS in the city, it is possible that you might encounter certain city elements. We can never guarantee you won't see any homeless individuals, or trash on the city roads, or any unpleasantries.

We can promise, however, that as hosts we will always give you accurate information, answer any questions you have, provide all reasonable assistance, and be as helpful and honest as we can be about our home, our neighborhood, and the city.

You will tell you enthusiastically that we love our home and love Atlanta. We hope you love it also!

What makes this property unique

Our rental home is very close to the city's mass transit system (MARTA) and only a few train stops from the airport (or a few miles if you are renting a car instead of taking the train).

The neighborhood has one of the best city parks, with tennis, DISC golf, and a playground with splashpad in the summer. Our neighborhood is only a mile off the interstate, but provides access to the city on surface streets when traffic is heavy.

You can walk or bike to the famous Atlanta Beltline directly from the doorstep. You can feel the history of the house and the neighborhood, with its generous front porch and Atlanta-themed decor. We have a very active neighborhood association, and neighbors who actually wave at you and have time for conversation.

It's a small town area in the city - so it has the best of the country and the city.