Urban Cottage Oasis, awesome location, fully renovated and self contained
This newly renovated 1910 century home is located just minutes from the heart of downtown in one of the most charming and quiet areas of Calgary. Walk, ride or train to any of Calgary's attractions easily from this centrally located cottage. The two bedrooms are well appointed luxurious spaces that can comfortably sleep 4. The bathroom has heated floors and a rain shower. The kitchen is a chefs dream with stainless steel appliances, gas stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer and fridge with ice maker for those happy hour drinks on the deck while watching the local commuters ride or walk home from work. Everything is new in this lovely home. The front yard is fenced and private with a great deck with BBQ and fire pit for entertaining or relaxing. Groceries, liquor, and baking are available from either local/organic shops or large chains only a block away. The bright living/dining area has large SMART TV, stereo, bar and dining for 6-8 people.
Property manager
Cathy Thoms
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number BL231990
About the area
Calgary
Located in Calgary, this cottage is in the city centre. Chinook Centre and Cross Iron Mills Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Calgary Zoo and Calaway Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Scotiabank Saddledome or Stampede Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Calgary, AB
What's nearby
Calgary TELUS Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
Calgary Tower - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
Calgary Zoo - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
Scotiabank Saddledome - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
Stampede Park - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Sunnyside Station - 5 min walk
Calgary University Station - 13 min drive
Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
River Cafe - 15 min walk
Fuwa Fuwa - 9 min walk
Aggudo Coffee - 6 min walk
Hutch Cafe - 10 min walk
Flipp'n Burgers - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Urban Cottage Oasis, awesome location, fully renovated and self contained pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at Urban Cottage Oasis, awesome location, fully renovated and self contained?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Urban Cottage Oasis, awesome location, fully renovated and self contained?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Urban Cottage Oasis, awesome location, fully renovated and self contained located?
Located in the centre of Calgary, this family-friendly cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Bow River, Peace Bridge and Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. Scotiabank Saddledome and Stampede Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Sunnyside Station is 5 minutes by foot and SAIT-ACA-Jubilee Station is 15 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Excellent location and great home. It was a perfect place for our family to stay while visiting our daughter who attends UofC. Would stay there again!!
This unit is amazing! Charming, cozy, clean and the owner has thought of everything to make it comfortable & feel like home! Friendly Sunnyside neighbourhood walking distance to Kensington restaurants & the Peace Bridge. Will stay again & recommend to friends & family!
This cottage was absolutely perfect. So well appointed inside and the front porch and garden were wonderful to sit, relax and meet all the neighbourhood dogs. The location was ideal as so much was in walking distance and the neighbourhood is lovely. Great hists aswell.
This was our second long-term summer stay. We had great walks and bike rides from here and walked to Safeway and lots of restaurants. The cottage is well-supplied with everything we needed. Thanks again Cathy and Tim. See you next year.
This house is so cute and nicely decorated. It really is stocked to have everything you'd need. The location is great and I would stay here again if I return to Calgary.
Great location for us to meet up with family and friends living in SW and NW. Good place for our older Dog who needs a little more TLC than a kennel can give. Cottage is beautiful and we were happy to stay there!
I had a very nice stay.
Felt very comfortable and homey.
Sunny Side is a very nice area and an easy walk to a variety of restaurants and dog walking.
If the weather hadn’t been so coldI think I would have done much more walking in to the city core just across the river.
Comfortable, clean and cozy. Felt right at home when we arrived, and the location is safe, quiet, and central to some great spots to visit when staying in Calgary. Will book again the next time I travel to town.
Andrea C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
19 January 2018
Perfect accommodation in quiet neighbourhood where we have family.
Clean, quiet and cozy with all the amenities we needed. Walking distance to coffee shops, restaurants and variety of shopping, as well as C train.
We will definitely book at the cottage again.
The house and location were perfect. Comfortably furnished with great linens and bed. Lovely outdoor porch and so handy for the train which arrives every few minutes to go downtown and to the Stampede. Fantastic hosts and an awesome neighbourhood. Can’t believe how lucky we were finding Tim and Cathy’s place, it made our trip very special.
My husband and I stayed in the Sunnyside home for two months (January and February 2025) while our home was being renovated.We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Sunnyside home. The home was clean, comfortable, and cozy. The kitchen had plenty of appliances, tools, and dishes. Comfortable bed. Nicely heated floor in the bathroom.The hosts have a beautiful light display which changes depending on the season. And if you are staying in the brisk winter months you might get to see an ice sculpture that the host has created.There is a nice deck out front with a gas fire pit. A fake grass area for children or dogs to play. The front area is enclosed by a beautiful fence.Location, location, location! Only two – four blocks to a major grocery store and numerous restaurants. Close to the walking pathway along the river. Prince’s Island Park is accessible by a 13-minute walk, while downtown can be reached within 20 to 30 minutes on foot. If you prefer not to walk, the LRT station is just two blocks away and can take you downtown or to other parts of the city quickly.We stayed during the coldest months in Calgary and still loved our time in Sunnyside. Staying during the warmer months would only enhance the experience.The hosts were great to deal with.I would highly recommend this home.
joanne c.
Stayed 58 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cathy T.
5 April 2018
Perfect in every way!
This lovely cottage was perfect for our stay to visit our son who lives in the neighbourhood.
Very well appointed and located.
We had everything we needed and more.
This location was perfect. The town was adorable. The cottage was just right for us and we even enjoyed the front porch heater with our coffee. The owner was in the unit right below us and was very helpful. Everything is so close and convenient. I wish I had more time to enjoy all of the restaurants and sites.
Myself, my husband and my two daughters (4 and 2) stayed for three nights. The property was exactly as pictured with all the amenities needed. The location is amazing with restaurants and coffee shops within walking distance and close to downtown with short drives to all the locations we visited. Home was clean and owners were very responsive. Will definitely be staying here when we come back to Calgary!!
First time staying at this cottage but will probably be back. The location was absolutely perfect close to downtown and the river. Beds were super comfortable and the cottage has more than the basic neccesseties available. Easy checkin and checkout. Thanks so much for a awesome weekend!ps. Check out the loop out trail just at the end of the street at night it looks over the whole city!!
This was a wonderful home for our six-week summer visit to Calgary. Thanks to Tim and Cathy for a great stay. The home is very well-equipped, and we loved the front porch. The cottage is an easy walk to everything -- restaurants, bars, Safeway, Prince's Island Park and downtown. We'll be back!
Lovely home. Very central. Great shops within walking distance. Really nice Dog Parks and pathways within walking distance. Host very nice, easy to speak with. Would stay here again!
Wonderful character home with just the right touches and the right neighborhood. Great amenities, location, and the property consistently meets all of my needs during my stay in Calgary.
Thanks Cathy!
Bonnie K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
About the host
Hosted by Cathy Thoms
Homeowners are long time Calgarians and proud Sunnyside residents who live next door to this rental property. We waited 20 years to purchase this home and turn it into the charming rental cottage we knew it could be. The transformation of this home has been very rewarding and we look forward to sharing this lovely home and our neighborhood with people from all over the world. We love to travel as well and have tried to make this a place what we would love to rent when visiting another city. We hope you love it as much as we do.
Why they chose this property
This property is on the same block as our home and needed some loving. We have lived here for 25 years and think this is the best neighborhood in Calgary. This property has been fully upgraded and without losing its old charm .
What makes this property unique
Location, location, location!!!!! It ammenities and of course its unbelievable charm....