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Urban Cottage Downtown St. John's Overlooking Harbour

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View from the back of the back yard
Kitchen
Back sun room with fan and cable tv.
Deck off back sun room The yard is filled with foliage in the summer.
View directly off back deck from patio doors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
St. John's, NL
  • George Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • The Rooms
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Port of St. John's
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Urban Cottage Downtown St. John's Overlooking Harbour

This is our home so we love it up much of the year. An old biscuit box - hence the name Urban Cottage - with an add-on to the back of the house that overlooks the harbour and southside hills. While the front street takes you directly downtown, to the back of the house is a two-tiered deck that is quiet and scenic. This is a good spot for a few nights' stay before heading out on island adventures, or for visitors looking to explore local trails during the day while seeking local foods and a good nights sleep in a comfortable king size bed. There are two other rooms but these are off limits to guests during their stay.

Property manager

Sheridan

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We are a synthetic scent-free home so please do your best to keep those to a minimum.
We are lucky enough to have a beautiful shared backyard, so we do our best to stay within our yard space and to ourselves.

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

About the area

St. John's

Downtown St. John's, a neighbourhood in St. John's, is home to this holiday home. Masonic Temple and Spirit of Newfoundland are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Atlantic Place and Avalon Mall. George Street and Mile One Centre are also worth visiting.
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St. John's, NL

What's nearby

  • George Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Rooms - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St. John's Convention Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Port of St. John's - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ches's Famous Fish and Chips - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Duke of Duckworth - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Green Sleeves Pub Lounge & Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Urban Cottage Downtown St. John's Overlooking Harbour pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Urban Cottage Downtown St. John's Overlooking Harbour?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Urban Cottage Downtown St. John's Overlooking Harbour?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Urban Cottage Downtown St. John's Overlooking Harbour located?

Located in Downtown St. John's, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Anglican Church of Canada and George Street. Port of St. John's and Memorial University of Newfoundland 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. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leila B.

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

Great stay

Convenience to down town and walking distance to everything. Perfect accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya C.

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

Great location

Very convenient for going shopping and going to Geoge Street
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

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

Good location

Downtown was very accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to downtown, charming place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Perfect Spot in St. John’s

Sheridan is a wonderful host, friendly and communicates well. Listing is accurate so no surprises upon arrival. Excellent location. We walked each day to the Water Street area. Highly recommend this charming house in St. John’s!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

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

A little Piece of Paradise

Sheridan is an exceptional host, staying connected, met with us to ensure no surprises. This place is exactly as described and made you feel like it was your own. Could not ask for a better location. Got together on our last night and went out for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rodney F.

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

Great little place to lay your head.

The house is a older style house with lots of character which I loved. I kinda wanted a outside pic of the place to see the area i was in but it wasent revealed until booked. Host was very friendly and overall a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Geoffrey C.

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

Urban Cottage in St. John’s

Anyone looking for a authentic and unique accommodation will appreciate this property like we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Just like home

My husband and I had a lovely stay at Sheridan and her family's home. It was cozy, had all the amenities we needed, and within walking distance of just about everything (we decided to drive to see Signal Hill and Quidi Vidi as we didn't want to spend a few hours walking there and back). Our daily walk up the block was a great work out ;). Thank you again for sharing your home with us, Sheridan!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth T.

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

Cozy downtown St John’s with fab view

Great location, a short walk to the downtown music scene and pedestrian mall. Fabulous views of the harbour. Very clean and comfortable space with artistic and homey decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Quick visit to St. John's.

The property is very much in keeping with the typical older St. John's neighborhoods. Hilly streets and sometime challenging walking. Close to restaurants and the water. Delightful host. Very helpful with any information we needed. We only had a three-night stay, but the host helped us enjoy every minute of the time in St. John's.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

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

Lovely & Convenient!

Looking forward to coming back in two days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trudy T.

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

Newfoundland charm

Beautiful little house with everything you need! Walking distance from George St.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam N.

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

Welcome

Sheridan and her family welcomed us and entrusted us with the whole of their lovely home. Great view, handy location and friendly hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

On the hill

Cute and convenient to the down town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henrike S.

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

Perfect downtown location

We had a great stay at Sheridan's place. Check-in was super easy via a lock box. Unfortunately, we did not get to meet Sheridan because our flight had been cancelled and our check in time had changed. Communication was great and everything was exactly as described! We were surprised how quiet it was at night. I guess, we were just close enough to downtown to be able to walk to many restaurants yet far enough that we didn't hear too much nightly activity :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

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

Home Away from Home

I had set a high bar for Newfoundland hospitality, it far exceed my expectations! Thank you Sheridan, what a host you and your family are. Thank you, Joanne
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Period Row House with Character

The original part of the house is over 100 years old. The home shows its age with love, its layout, and a few creaks! We relaxed and enjoyed the space. It is conveniently located, and is within easy walking distance to downtown and has a distance view of Cabot Tower on Signal Hill. The house is not suitable for people with physically disabilities, as the only bathroom is up a flight of narrow stairs. Sheridan and family are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renata d., Toronto

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

Charming house in a great location

Sheridan's house was perfect for our 4 day stay in St. John's. The bedroom is big and the king size bed is very comfortable. A recently added window AC made the heat wave bearable. The kitchen is fully equipped and the place is cozy and charming and very clean. There is a beautiful back deck area with a view of the harbour and a visiting cat. It is a real home, very tastefully decorated and welcoming. A comprehensive and informative guest book is provided as well as an assortment of guidebooks. The location is perfect - right across the street from The Rooms and easy walking distance to the shops and restaurants on Water Street and the harbour.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

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

A real delight to stay at; fell in love with this cottage!

We absolutely loved staying in this house! It was so comfortable and cozy; such a wonderfully quirky, character home! It was such a delight & we really felt so much at home there! The location is great - remember there are hills though, although that is something you have to expect when you are staying in downtown St. John's - so it was easy to walk and/or drive to so many places we wanted to go to from there; plus we never had any problem parking either right in front of, or very near to, the front door & it was free parking! The views of the harbour, the hills, and the beautiful trees in the backyard are great and so relaxing, both from downstairs in the sunroom, to upstairs in the main bedroom. Bed was very comfy with warm, comfy covers; kitchen is plentifully equipped so we were able to cook all our meals during our entire stay; shower has good water pressure and a good hot water supply. We stayed at this property for nearly a week. from Thursday Oct. 10th to Wednesday Oct. 16th. We hope to be able to visit St. John's again, and we would most certainly try to plan another such visit based on being able to stay at this delightful property! Thank you Sheridan for letting us live in your lovely home during our memorable stay in St. John's!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah T., Thunder Bay ON Canada

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

Friendly Host

The host (Sheridan) was wonderful. She was responsive to any questions or concerns we had, was honest, down to earth and easy to contact. Both she and her family made it their priority to ensure our stay was comfortable. Despite the fact that we encountered some individuals under the influence in the evenings as we were out walking in the neighbourhood, it was a great location for walking access to downtown. It was super close to The Rooms, St John's Basilica, Tim Hortons and groceries. The day we left, we were able to catch a sunrise over the harbour from a high spot in the back yard. And St. John's was definitely an amazing place to visit! Thanks Sheridan for allowing us to stay in your home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sheridan

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I am a proud single mom of two. I have spent the last 11-years in Newfoundland conducting outdoor experiential hiking tours with visitors, youth, and non-for-profit groups. Currently, I hold two positions at the Memorial University as Knowledge Mobilization Coordinator improving shared knowledge between the public and academics, as well as between various disciplinary units within academics such as natural sciences and social sciences. I am finishing up a PhD looking at local knowledge in Iceland in the context of how it improves the quality of adaption to hazards and disasters along coasts. I love being in Nature, and I love the North Atlantic as well as the islands that reside within its waters.

Why they chose this property

Our home is full of love. It was the second we set foot upon it. So we do love to share it with others. But it is an old house, so if you prefer pretty perfect, our home is not for you. It is central to everything, restaurants, groceries, liquor store, and trails. But if you just want to stay in cozy for the afternoon - you can take in the view from the back room and master bedroom.

What makes this property unique

Location! Location! Location! And character. :)
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