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Welcome to the Patio! Enjoy gas grill, fire pit, al fresco dining, sun shade.
Enjoy our new PATIO!
Kinda country, right in town.
The patio invites you to relax and enjoy...grill, fire-pit, sunshade, lighting.
WestSide Cottage, kinda country right in town.
Welcome to the Coffee Bar. Drip, press, pour over, cup of tea? 8-10 types, cocoa

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Fort Collins, CO
  • Colorado State University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Old Town Square
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Horsetooth Reservoir
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

air mattress and couch

1 Queen Bed

The Love Shack

1 Queen Bed

The Sunshine Room

1 Queen Bed

The Sweet Dreams Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Clean, Cozy, Comfy, Great Location, Pets Welcome, Well Equipped Kitchen.

The WestSide Cottage (Larimer Co. STR Lic #21-ZONE3177) has a lovely, rural feeling situated on a couple acres surrounded by old trees and small horse properties, yet just a short walk to City Park 9 Golf Course, Sheldon Lake and the City Park pool. Close to Old Town, breweries, The Discovery Center and the new CSU Canvas stadium, the Poudre Canyon. The Cottage is a quaint and cozy 3 bedroom farmhouse.

Enjoy our spacious and relaxing patio! There's lots of seating to enjoy an evening under the stars with the fire pit, and string lights. The large gas grill will help you attain grill master status. Dine al fresco, at the patio table or enjoy your morning coffee in the sunshade, while stretching out on the chaise lounge. We continue to work on out backyard space incorporating unique yard art, special planting areas and interesting vignettes.

The kitchen is well equipped for hosting a family dinner or friends for the game. You can eat in every night every night if you like with plenty of room to cook up family favorites or try new recipes together. We've had many families enjoy a Thanksgiving feast and Christmas dinner right here at The Cottage.

The coffee bar features flavored syrups, regular and decaf coffees, 10 kinds of tea and cocoa and natural Stevie sweeteners. Wake up and brew up some morning joe. We offer premium coffees, or relax on the living room chaise with a soothing cup of herbal tea.

The dining table expands to host 10, the patio seats 8 for meals and you can take your coffee on the covered front porch while keeping your pup plays in the large fenced yard so you'll have plenty of space to accommodate.

Frozen beer glasses await your arrival and coffee for the morning too.

Lots more outdoor space awaits you on our large front porch. The front yard is fenced offering a great space for your dog to play and get exercise.

Our beds get RAVE reviews. They are the comfiest. Our bedding is all cotton, all the time. We simply won't compromise. Not only do we believe cotton is the most comfortable, it cleans up the best, and without doubt, it helps us keep plastic out of our oceans.

You will check yourself in with the digital keypad on the back door adjoining the parking area. We are close by and available should you need a thing, otherwise, you probably won't see us.

We happily accept PET GUESTS. The cost is $75. per pet, per stay.

Our neighborhood is has a rural feel but you are still just a few blocks from City Park, the golf course, Sheldon Lake, the City Park Community pool, King Sooper's grocery, Campus West area full of cafes, shops and entertainment.

Fort Collins is a bike and pedestrian friendly city. Nearly every street has bike lanes. The Max Transit serves the city (N-S through town) as well as Transfort bus lines offering lots of public transportation. Uber and Lyft operators also abound.

Each bedroom features a queen size pillow top mattress dressed in premium 100% cotton bedding and plenty of pillows. Our guests the beds super comfortable. We offer a variety of pillows from cloud soft down to extra firm memory foam. A pillow for every head. You're sure to find one you love.

All the amenities of home...iron and ironing board, hair drier, shower gel and shampoo, coffee and tea starters, laundry soap, paper products, trash bags, doggie bags, laptop table in the living room.

Fort Collins is located in beautiful northern Colorado at the mouth of the Wild and Scenic Poudre Canyon as well as access to Colorado Hwy 34 to Rocky Mountain National Park. If you haven't rambled the Wild and Scenic Poudre Canyon (national designation), you are missing some of the most beautiful country in the state.

Northern Colorado has abundant hiking, biking, fishing, rafting, kayaking, camping and scenery. Spring Creek, Trail, Cathy Fromme Natural Space, Poudre River Trail, BobCat Ridge Open Space, Devil's Backbone Nature Trail, Horsetooth Mountain Recreation Area and Reservoir, just above Fort Collins offers all varieties of water sports.

Fort Collins brews 70% of the state's micro brew beer including nationally renown New Belgium and O'Dell. Additionally, we have several spirit distillers such as Copper Muse and Spring 44 in the area.

We say the WestSide Cottage is "kinda country, right in town" so you may see wildlife on property...deer, fox, raccoon, bobcat, rabbit. Enjoy!

PLEASE, if you require central air conditioning, do not book our property.
We have a free-standing unit in the living room and large fans in every room. This keeps the house pretty cool however, this is not the same as central AC and you will not be able to turn it down to 62 degrees.
Since it gets very cool at night here in Colorado, windows are often opened at night even with central AC. We realize our situation does not meet everyone's needs however and want to be very clear about the situation. We would rather miss your booking than have unhappy guests.

Easter
Graduation
Memorial Day
Fourth of July
Labor Day
Thanksgiving
Christmas
New Years
Home games
Homecoming
Ag Days
Parent's weekend
Family vacation
CSU parents
Colorado State University
Graduation
Family holiday
Beer tour
Brewery and Spirits
Poudre Canyon
Rocky Mountain National Park
Microbrew Nation
Hewlett Packard
O'Dell
Fat Tire
New Belgium
Estes Park
Windsor
Softball
Biking
bike trails
Horsetooth Reservoir
Cheyenne Frontier Days
Soccer

Property manager

Julia
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Family & small gatherings NOT to exceed 20 people.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
MUST pay fee before arrival. $75 per pet, limit 2.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
IF you smoke outside, please police your butts.
Must make full payment before arrival. Payment is accepted only via the VRBO app. Please do not ask us to take checks, cash or otherwise.
Must provide ID to verify the credit card used. If for any reason this is a problem (mom is paying), please contact me for alternatives.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Family & small gatherings NOT to exceed 20 people.
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
Property Registration Number 21-ZONE3177

About the area

Fort Collins

Located in Rogers Park, a neighbourhood in Fort Collins, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Fort Collins Municipal Railway and Water Works are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Fort Collins Museum of Discovery and Gardens on Spring Creek. Annual Flower Trial Garden and Fort Fun are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fort Collins, CO

What's nearby

  • Colorado State University - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Fort Collins Lincoln Center - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Canvas Stadium - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Old Town Square - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Horsetooth Reservoir - 10 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cosmo's Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fuzzy's Taco Shop - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Clean, Cozy, Comfy, Great Location, Pets Welcome, Well Equipped Kitchen. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Clean, Cozy, Comfy, Great Location, Pets Welcome, Well Equipped Kitchen.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Clean, Cozy, Comfy, Great Location, Pets Welcome, Well Equipped Kitchen.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Clean, Cozy, Comfy, Great Location, Pets Welcome, Well Equipped Kitchen. located?

Located in Rogers Park, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Fort Collins Municipal Railway, Hughes Stadium and Colorado State University. Moby Arena and Water Works are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorence S.

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

Stone's Wedding

This was a great place to stay for planning my brother's wedding rehearsal. All of us had a great time at this location and was close to other activities we had planned. The property manager was also great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

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

We FOCO

This property was sheer delight and comfort for us! The wonderful bed linens and towels, complete kitchen with teas and coffee (we cooked at home most of the time) as well as a fine laundry room with soap and plachang
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

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

Amazing place

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Perfect

We had everything we needed to cook Thanksgiving dinner except the pan on which the turkey was cooked. We expected that and brought one. The home was cozy and warm. It's old and squeaky, which didn't bother us and even gave it some character. There was a very nice fenced-in space outside for our little dog. The home was very clean. The price was right and conveniently located.I e-mailed the host a few times and she always answered promptly.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Very comfortable stay

great location and very responsive owner. Property was fully stocked and as promised. We had a great time visiting and enjoying family time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

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

Awesome

Enjoyed our stay our host was awesome with info
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liane F.

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

Cozy and comfy

This cottage is decorated with fun colors and upscaled items. We enjoyed the cozy atmosphere and thoughtful touches. This place is for people who enjoy comfortable more than sleek and fancy. We all slept well. The bathroom is tiny, which might be hard for a large person but was fine with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly T.

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

Best spot

Cute house. Comfy beds!!! Slept amazing. Great location. Loved it here. Perfect view of mountains
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry C.

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

An older little house in a great location.

Everything we needed for our week stay. A fenced yard for the pups, ample bedroom and storage space, a large table in the kitchen for working, and a perfect location. We had the RMNP about 1 hour to Estes, mtn bike trails around a mile away, road bike paths really close, and Old Town just a few miles away. Near an intersection that makes it easy to get to Horsetooth, Old Town, Laporte, etc. seemed to be a quiet area. Just a relaxing space. I’d stay again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARY M.

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

Mishawaka bound

Great spot for getting to a concert at Mishawaka.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Michelle L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Bit run down, not "sparkling clean"

The manager of this property was great and communicated quickly and clearly. The bedrooms and bathroom are very cute. The kitchen is well-appointed for cooking. The house has real potential and I liked all the little decorative touches. Unfortunately the house was not clean and we were, overall disappointed by this rental. The rental smelled like a campfire due to the AC pulling air in through the fireplace which needed to be cleaned. The baseboards were dirty and the corners had cobwebs. There was a line of urine/toilet splash on the outer, cloth shower curtain when we arrived. The couch was basically thin cloth over springs and the white bed squeaked so much it was not useable. The kitchen table had a twin bed sheet as a table cloth and was so beat up it could not be used without the sheet. The fenced yard was very nice and a great place to eat breakfast while looking at the foothills, but there is a yard of abandoned cars behind this place, which distracts from the property. I wish we could post photos because I have them. I would not stay here again. It got the job done, but is far less nice than the other Fort Collins VRBOs that I have stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb H.

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

Cottage

Overall wonderful comfortable and all we needed
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Lovely Home, Portable AC only!

The house was cute and charming. The kitchen was well appointed with pretty much appliance or cooking gadget you could ask for. The cold glasses in the freezer were a nice touch. The living room was a comfortable space to hang out. There was a nice selection of puzzles and games available (which we added to when we left). The beds and pillows were the perfect amount of squishy and supportive. That said, it appears I didn't read the listing closely enough when we booked the property. We stayed in Fort Collins during a heat wave and were looking forward to the advertised AC to keep us comfortable. There was a portable AC unit in the living room but the exhaust tube had tears in it so it just pumped hot air into the room. We turned it off the night we checked in. Thankfully there were a bunch of fans, but they only did so much. I don't know that it's fair to say that the property has AC when it 1) didn't work and 2) isn't central air. It might be worth moving that tidbit up a bit in the listing going forward. While our stay could have been a little more comfortable temperature-wise, the house was exactly what we needed while we were in town for a wedding. My friends and I had a lovely time in Fort Collins, and a huge thank you to Julia for being such a kind hostess during our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Great place to gather and hang out!

My husband and I stayed with our 1 year old lab. Our daughter, who is in Grad school was able to come and visit with a friend. Great place to sit around the fire pit and play music together. The second night it rained and we gathered in the living room. It was wonderful to have a fenced in yard for the dog and to be able to play together! The home is old, but has charm. It is very clean and nicely presented! Everything you could possibly need was available in the kitchen and bathroom. We would come back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

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

Memorial Weekend

Lovely place to stay - very comfortable and a nice big yard for our dog!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Brittany W.

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

Nice

We didnt spend a lot of time at the property however the property was kept clean and Julia was responsive when when contacted. Overall it was a decent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Corinne B.

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

Cabin Feel Rental

The house was cute and very clean. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was great. It was nice to have a washer and dryer too. The fenced in yard was great for the dogs and the patio looked inviting. We couldn't use the outdoor space because of the high wind storm that was going on! The owner was very accommodating and helpful, esp. when the power went off. (a company powered it off due to wind). A cozy place!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

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

Great Place to Stay!

This property reminds me of a vacation home on a lake. It's rustic, with a relaxing ambiance, its clean, the beds are extremely comfortable, the kitchen is stocked with everything you need and the location is close to the foothills for hiking and biking. And the fenced yard is perfect for your pets. Overall, I highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Great Trip

Trip was great and the house was comfortable for my brother and I who were in town for a football game. It’s an old home that has lots of character and privacy, I wouldn’t recommend this place with kids as it would be noisy and cramped. For couples and adults, it was a great spot. Just a few miles from City Center with a country feel, no complaints and the internet and smart TV gave us no issues. I would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Great secluded getaway

Loved everything about our stay. Just get rid of the slippery rugs, without rubber backings. My brother slipped and fell with the one in hallway to bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Fall getaway

This trip was planned with my cousin, 2 nieces, and my elderly pup. Julia welcomed us to her property, including the dog, and was quick to address any questions. We loved the cottage and the location! The fully stocked kitchen meant we could prepare some meals. The firepit and patio were enjoyable for evening wind down. It was great to have full laundry as well. I would recommend this property to other groups of women planning a trip. Keep in mind there is only one bathroom, so couples groups might not fit as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Quick trip

This was a great little place to stay while I was in town surprising my daughter. Communication was great and everything was just as described. I'll stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hope S.

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

Great place to stay

Great place on the edge of town. Fenced yard for the pups was awesome. Convenient location, close to everything. The house was adorable, clean and comfy. We had a great trip and appreciated such a hassle free place to stay with the pugs. Thanks Julia!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S C.

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

Loved It!

Everything was as advertised! House was clean and well maintained. Close to town while being able to feel like you're far away. I will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Valerie B.

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

Ample Room and Awesome Property Manager

This property is several miles from Old Town/CSU and en route to Horsetooth Reservoir. It is an older house. Outside landscaping was overgrown and the surrounding property is a VW bus graveyard. But do not let that dissuade you from staying. The inside was clean, kitchen was well stocked, beds were comfortable, portable AC cooled most of the house, and nice touches for guests were evident such as coffee syrups, extra toothbrush, and ample paper products. The best feature was the patio, with a nice grill, that allowed a fun gathering of friends and family. If you need space, enjoy the outdoors, and do not want to be in the hustle and bustle of FoCo, I would consider this property. The property manager is super responsive and will address any of your questions or concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Julia

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I am a long time resident of FoCo, having been a business owner and volunteer for over 40 years. I love hosting my short term rental. I meet the nicest people and learn some wonderful stories. At heart, I'm a helper so being able to offer comfort to travelers is right up my alley.

Why they chose this property

The west side is beautiful and quiet. We are close to City Park, CSU, and old town.

What makes this property unique

Our property is quaint. We have a great yard for your kids or dogs, a wonderful patio for the whole crew to enjoy and everything you need for a holiday stay or a restful respite from hiking, biking, rafting and maybe drinking some beer.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests