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The Haven - Whitman College Neighborhood. Walk to Main St. Hot tub/Families/Pets

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Quiet tree-lined street.
New classic white kitchen - vintage inspired, modern conveniences.
Jacuzzi Spa - great all year-round.
Outdoor dining
Garden - late spring bronze iris.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Walla Walla, WA
  • Whitman College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Art Gallery at the Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Downtown Farmers Market
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Walla Walla, WA (ALW-Walla Walla Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Living Room 2

1 Queen Bed

Sunroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Haven - Whitman College Neighborhood. Walk to Main St. Hot tub/Families/Pets

The Haven is a 100+ year-old home on Pearson Street, in a beautiful historic neighborhood several blocks from Whitman College and Main Street in Walla Walla.

The Haven is a licensed vacation rental in the City of Walla Walla and abides by all regulations.

The Haven was set up in 2006 specifically as a nightly rental. It is a distinctive comfortable place for family and friends - coveted by those that drink fine wine, handcrafted beer, and specialty cocktails. Families love The Haven because there are ample places for play and privacy. Additionally, the neighborhood is charming and close to several parks.

The kitchen is the heart of this home and was remodeled creating an open floor plan. Relax and enjoy the patio with Jacuzzi hot tub - perfect for sunning and lounging in your private backyard.

This well-maintained and updated (3 plus bedroom/ 2.5 bathroom) home has distinct architectural features including Victorian fish-scale shingle siding, spacious front veranda, and second story sleeping porch (sunroom).

It is designed to provide the ideal Walla Walla experience for families and friends - wine clubs, girlfriend getaways, bachelorette weekends, bookclubs, reunions, cycling groups, golf weekends.

Don't miss your weekend morning walk to Pioneer Park or Main Street for the Farmer's Market. For a quiet evening at The Haven, utilize our Sonos system with 50-inch TV. Log into your favorite channels and music or use your personal device to fill The Haven with music. A vintage piano is also available for your enjoyment. Local and regional publications, as well as recommendations for dining, shopping, and touring is provided. Be sure to check out the assortment of books and our collection of family-favorite board games.

Enjoy our various entertaining spaces which can accommodate gatherings such as cocktail parties, wine tastings, barbeques, and family feasts. Utilize our distinctive serviceware and place settings and sit down for an elegant dinner.

Have a casual meal on the front veranda or in the backyard. Help yourself to what is in the pantry and fresh ingredients from our seasonal culinary herb garden and use the gas bbq. Lounge about the Jacuzzi Hot Tub and soak up the sun by day and head back into the spa for special star gazing at night.

At the end of the day, sleep comfortably on our pillow-top beds with quality linens - King, Queen, Full, and two twins. There is also a memory foam queen sleeper sofa in the den.

The Haven is an ideal opportunity for wine enthusiasts wanting to learn more about the Walla Walla appellation! Customized tours, tastings, and unique events available for Haven guests. Check out our tour company CuratedWW for details.

Proximity to Whitman College makes The Haven ideal for inviting your student's roommates and fellow Whitties over for a home-cooked meal.

Check out Haven Walla Walla on Facebook for information about activities and events.

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RATES:
3-Night Minimum Stay
Nightly rental for four guests - $385 /each additional guest is $20 per night
(Mid-week special (M-W) - $345)
- Special events may be higher and have a longer minimum stay.
- We do not book over six months in advance.
Please contact us for clarification or additional information.
When booking, please indicate number of guests and pets for accurate pricing.
PETS:
Two pet maximum
$40 fee for each pet per stay
The Haven does allow well-behaved pets if they are supervised at all times.


GUEST COMMENTS

What a beautiful combination of tradition, color, and comfort! We thoroughly enjoyed participating in the flavor of old Walla Walla. M.D. Meridian, ID 9/06

Great place for a girl’s weekend – Thank you for creating a space that encourages the drinking of wine, the sharing of thoughts, and space for disco dancing! There is a serene and healing energy in this space.
P.M., G.R., W.H., Boise, ID, and C.D., Emmeth, ID 4/08

What an awesome, fun, winey time…. We love the house, the ability to make all our meals…. Great amenities even for a group of 8. We will be back & will HIGHLY recommend it to others!
R.A. Kent, WA 4/07

Thank you so much for all your help with our special weekend for Juli’s 40th.
G.M. Edmonds, WA 9/06

Your house is wonderful and made our stay with our [Whitman College] daughter more comfortable.
R. and J. L. Mansfield, LA 10/06

Wow – snazzy place! This place has character… We made use of the Bose stereo….cooked & ate & talked & lounged….Very nice!
Whitman Buddies L.B., L.G., J.D., R.B., R.B., B. P., M.B. 6/07

Our third visit to The Haven. Thank you again for providing such a restful and convenient “haven” on our voyages.
C. & M. Phoenix, AZ 4/07

Being able to walk to town and back a treat….See you next time and thanks for the wine tour.
The S’s. Santa Barbara, CA 7/06

The Haven lived up to its name as the six of us found refuge from our highly scheduled weekend. We especially enjoyed the front porch! Whitman Commencement and 50th Class Reunion
S’s. & T’s. Boise, ID, M’s. Portland 5/07

We are in love with Walla Walla and your house. Thank you for all of your help in making this a great trip. We will be back soon. The M’s & P’s Seattle, WA 5/08

Thanks for having a well-stocked kitchen! We’ll be back.
5 Women From Seattle, WA 9/07

Beautiful home. The neighborhood, wineries, and restaurants were all perfect!
“The Crest Ladies” Sammamish, WA 10/07

Loved the house and everything in it. Can’t wait to come back.
The W’s. Cloudcroft, NM 4/08

Beautiful, relaxing spot - gracious, comfortable old elegant home...The front porch was where it all happened for this group...Enjoyed the bounty from your garden.
Seattle & Portland Friends 6/08

Warm and comfortable home… Our annual “girls” wine tasting weekend – first time as a group in W.W., but we all want to return.
B. Tacoma, L. Spokane, P. Seattle, K. Lynden, WA 5/08

Walla Walla Balloon Stampede. Thanks for a beautiful home stay. We hope to see you next year.
Captain C. & Dr. D. Richfield, WA 5/08

Thank you for sharing your beautiful home.
J.P. Orlando, FL, A.B. Seattle and H. family Alexandria, VA 5/08



Keywords: Nightly Rental, Vacation Home, Walla Walla Lodging, Rental, Guest House.

Guest Cottage, Whitman College, Whitman College Lodging,

Property manager

Sue Bicknell

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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
Home is not 'child-proofed.'
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Events

No events allowed
Contact for more information.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Well-behaved pets supervised at all times allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please NO smoking on property.
Your rate is based on the number of guests listed at booking. There is a $20 per person fee for extra guests during your stay.

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: Contact for more information.
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

About the area

Walla Walla

Located in Walla Walla, this holiday home is in the city centre. Little Theater and Kirkman House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitman Mission National Historic Site and Rooks Park. Pioneer Park Aviary and Jumpin' Jellybeanz 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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Walla Walla, WA

What's nearby

  • Whitman College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pioneer Park Aviary - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Art Gallery at the Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Downtown Farmers Market - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Walla Walla Community College - 4 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Walla Walla, WA (ALW-Walla Walla Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Livit Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Mi Pueblito - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Colville Street Patisserie - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Cravings - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Haven - Whitman College Neighborhood. Walk to Main St. Hot tub/Families/Pets pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Haven - Whitman College Neighborhood. Walk to Main St. Hot tub/Families/Pets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Haven - Whitman College Neighborhood. Walk to Main St. Hot tub/Families/Pets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Haven - Whitman College Neighborhood. Walk to Main St. Hot tub/Families/Pets located?

Located in the heart of Walla Walla, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Whitman College and Pioneer Park Aviary. Little Theater and Art Gallery at the Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 163 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny r.

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

Pretty, comfortable and clean

Comfy beds, clean, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Excellent location

We’ve stayed here twice and house is well-stocked - perfect for group/family cooking and eating in. Close to multiple parks and campus. Easy to ride into countryside from home, easy walk to campus and downtown. Owner very responsive. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The Haven is a lovely stay!

The Haven is a lovely home with all the amenities needed to enjoy your stay with friends or family. We celebrated our anniversaries with friends and it was delightful! Two upstairs bedrooms and bathrooms. It was perfect for two couples. Very quiet and peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary C.

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

Lovely!

Wonderful house with a great location and comfortable outdoor spaces! Very much appreciated the communications from the manager.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna J.

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

Lovely home close to Whitman

Fantastic home in a lovely neighborhood. The house was very clean, nicely updated but still retains the character and charm of an older home. The yard is fantastic and somewhat secluded. Nice hot tub. We loved that the home was walkable to Whitman and downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce I.

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

relaxing

there was six of us and there was plenty of room to stretch out, read, walk, eat, drink, taste wine. it was wonderful 👍
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jill t.

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

Lovely Place!

Outdoor spaces were wonderful. Lots of room inside and outside for hanging out. Beautiful well appointed kitchen. Quiet and in a beautiful neighborhood. Pleasant walk to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

doug h.

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

Graduation weekend

We had a great time and the house is wonderful, yard is gorgeous. The kitchen is fully stocked and very functuonal. We enjoyed our stay, the location was fantastic for whitman graduation. We had two problems related to our stay. We booked 10 months in advance and received our confirmation and made our initial payment. Within 24 hours we received an email saying the owner didn't realize that was a high demand weekend and would have to cancel our reservation if we didn't pay another $492. We were a surprised but agreed and paid in full. Then days before our arrival we received an email from vrbo that said we were “all set” and it listed our dates etc. the email also said we that if we had not received our access information to contact the owner. Early in the am on check in day, we sent an email to the owner asking for access info. We did not hear back. As we were loading the car to drive over, I finally called the owner’s phone. The owner said she didn't know what to do but she had double booked the house and the other party was already in the house. We headed over anyway, our daughter was graduating from college. We were on the phone with vrbo for hours and called multiple hotels on the way. 4 hours later we received an email that the house would he ours with access information. The house worked perfectly and was very nice. However the stress on check in day and the extra charge for high demand weekend after receiving confirmation was awkward at best.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Meaghan O.

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

Terrible Experience. Host is shady

We stayed at this property. We had friends visit us when we arrived and host tried to charge us for those individuals as guests because her housekeeper saw the individuals. She does not leave the heat on, so house is freezing on arrival until you can get the old and drafty house to finally hear. The hot tub is similarly left cold so you have to wait 24 hours to be able to use. House is not walking distance to downtown. Be prepared to walk 20 minutes+ to nearest restaurant. Would not recommend. Host is not transparent and invoiced us after our stay for "incidentals" in spite of us following her lengthy and robust checklist
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

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

Wonderful Stay

Fantastic long weekend in Walla Walla, made comfortable and peaceful by our fantastic lodding at the Haven. Sue was very generous with information and timely with communication around our visit. The home is particularly well appointed for a vacation rental, it feels like you are staying at a family home. We only hope to return again and have the opportunity to stay at the Haven once again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

Lovey home in a perfect location

Owner was very responsive to requests. Home has plenty of room to socialize or hang out on your own. Quiet neighborhood in a 15min walk to downtown. Fenced backyard perfect for dogs, also has a small hot tub. House has craftsman charm with a fully modern kitchen. Beds were incredibly comfortable, which is not something you find often. Everything you need for a getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jaymejule@hotmail.com J.

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

Clean, beautiful, excellent service and great location!

The Haven is a gem of a rental! We loved the big kitchen, dining room, living room and TV 'den'. It was the perfect layout for our holiday family gathering. We played a ton of games, watched movies, and made delicious food. Fab Whitman location...just a block and half away from campus and easy walk to downtown if you want. Surrounded by beautiful homes, so fun walking area. We brought the dog, so it was a lovely place to exercise him. (must crate if you leave your dogs alone, but we never did). We loved the hot tub on these cold winter days/nights! The house can be cold in the winter, but there are two supplemental heaters that we were able to shift around when needing a bit of extra heat around Grandma. The kitchen is stocked, but if you need certain types of pans/tools for cooking a special recipe, you may want to bring it with you. (for example, there was no casserole dish, but I was able to purchase one for use while there...if you need a roasting pan or something like that...bring it). The home is well stocked with games/puzzles which we enjoyed. The home was lightly decorated for the holidays which made it extra special! My young adult kids and I thought the beds were comfortable. Overall GREAT stay! Sue's communication was top notch and helpful. The instructions were clear and easy to follow.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

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

Fantastic place

This property is fabulously dressed, inside and out. A Craftsman house that welcomes you the moment you open the door. We were always seeing something that started a conversation, from the Antiques to the modernized kitchen. And the beds are very, very comfy. You won't be disappointed in a stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S., Seattle, WA

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

Wonderful historical location

It's a lovely older house with an updated kitchen and bathrooms, but retains the charm of the nearly 100 year old home. They were very accomodating allowing us to bring lur dogs. One of the best features of the property is it's well maintained backyard with lots of shade for hot walla walla weather. We enjoyed the hot tub and the house is well located for explorinv the town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Great Walla Walla home

This house was great for our trip. Property manager was very communicative. House is exactly as advertised. Easy location and all of the amenities needed for a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W., Everett

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

Cousin reunion

Simply the best!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Front Porch

Wonderful in every way. Best VRBO home we ever stayed in! Spent hours on the front porch. Thank you Sue.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristy D., Seattle, WA

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

Fantastic home in lovely neighborhood

Great home in a beautiful neighborhood. Walking distance to all downtown amenities and close to college. Ideal location to experience downtown while being able to retire to a quiet oasis in the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Quiet, Comfortable and everything we needed

The Haven is a perfect place for friends and family to gather, reunite and enjoy. It's quiet, clean and well stocked with everything you need for your visit. We love cycling and wine tasting in Walla Walla and this was perfect for our annual weekend. Highly recommended and we'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S., Whitefish, MT

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

Visiting our daughter at Whitman College

Great property, great location, pet friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A., Manzanita

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

Lovely property

Great property with all the amenities and a super location not far from downtown Walla Walla.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Wonderful Weekend Away

This is by far the best VRBO we have stayed it. It was clean and amply stocked with supplies. The house is adorable and the yard is beautifully maintained. If I ever come to Walla Walla again- I will absolutely stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Idaho

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

Great Host

We had a great stay at the Haven. Check-in was easy. The house is lovely and the yard is beautiful. Loved sitting on the front porch and in the backyard. The location makes it super easy to walk to the Whitman campus and downtown. Sue is a very attentive host and we appreciated her hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten G.

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

Great location and well stocked!

We had a fantastic time in Walla Walla and at the Haven - we hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Easter stay with Whitman student

Very convenient to Whitman and downtown Clean and host was easily accessible
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sue Bicknell

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The Haven is part of Haven Walla Walla, Inc. - a tourism, lodging and marketing business in Walla Walla, Washington. I love the growth of tourism in town and enjoy assisting guests to make sure they have the best possible experience in our valley. I also consult with businesses in strategic planning and marketing.
I hope you can join in the fun!

-Sue Bicknell

Why they chose this property

The Haven is steps away from Whitman College and Main Street in Walla Walla, WA. Guests enjoy a stroll along the creek through campus to get to the downtown core of Walla Walla. More and more wineries have opened tasting rooms downtown, making the location of the house ideal for a safe walk home. The historic neighborhood of 100 year old homes, tree lined streets, and local parks make a perfect place to walk and ride bicycles.

What makes this property unique

The Haven was one of the first vacation homes in Walla Walla. Of all the properties now available, guests say it is in the perfect location - a beautiful neighborhood and easy access to downtown. We also offer winery and restaurant recommendations and at the house we have a collection of brochures of local activities. Read the sampling of guest comments for a first-hand account of memorable experiences at The Haven.

Languages:

English