10/10 Excellent
Beau B.
23 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boise trip
Beau B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7102.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Boise, ID
- Boise State University19 min walk
- ExtraMile Arena4 min drive
- Albertsons Stadium4 min drive
- Boise, ID (BOI)6 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.
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.
Property manager
Leland Barkes
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
About the area
Boise
Located in Boise, this holiday home is in the city centre. Eighth Street Marketplace and Boise Art Glass 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Sports Humanitarian Hall of Fame, or check out an event or a game at ExtraMile Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Boise, ID
What's nearby
- Boise State University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Idaho Central Arena - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
- Boise Centre - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
- ExtraMile Arena - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Albertsons Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 4 min walk
- Taco Bell - 4 min drive
- Little Dutch Garden - 3 min drive
- Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Rodney K.
8 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain West Championship Game
Rodney K.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Zac W.
22 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks
Zac W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacque A.
22 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great , homey place
Jacque A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wayne A.
19 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very gracious host
Wayne A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
scott p.
4 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Needs work
scott p.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Noah D.
21 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay!
Noah D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly L.
9 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This spot was perfect!
Kelly L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jami B.
21 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and Comfortable
Jami B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brenda D.
27 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Brenda D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Morgan M.
4 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Positively Perfect
Morgan M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Mary Lynn S.
20 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Stay
Mary Lynn S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Travis W.
17 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely time a the writers cottage.
Travis W.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
joe l.
10 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location
joe l.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stefanie W., Rocklin
21 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super close to Boise State!
Stefanie W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Larry S.
6 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay near downtown Boise
Larry S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Annette G., Pocatello, Idaho USA
1 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Annette G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jordan W.
16 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!!
Jordan W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Janet N.
1 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visit to see our Granddaughter
Janet N.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jan H., San Diego, CA
21 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect outpost in Boise
Jan H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jessica C.
28 January 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Jessica C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
8/10 Good
Kent K.
28 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Kent K.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Joe M.
19 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, Great Place
Joe M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
8/10 Good
Liz W.
3 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parents Weekend!
Liz W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sondra S.
24 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and Cozy
Sondra S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
About the host
Hosted by Leland Barkes
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.
Languages:
English
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