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Central Avenue Cottage
Built in 1900 and fully renovated.

The living room looking toward the front yard.

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Ashland, OR

Lithia Park6 min walk
Oregon Shakespeare Festival8 min walk
Southern Oregon University4 min drive
Medford, OR (MFR-Rogue Valley Intl.)19 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Location, setting, and amenities most perfect. Third week in October best time to visit with autumn leaves and cooler te...

Barbara G.

Oct 26, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Perfect Vacation Cottage

Central Avenue Cottages is licensed by the city of Ashland and is a charming turn of the Century house that has been tastefully remodeled to accommodate the needs of seasoned travelers.
Surrounded by gorgeous gardens and located in the quiet historic district, this gem is just 2 blocks from the heart of downtown Ashland. The Oregon Shakespeare Festival Theaters, fine and casual dining, shopping, and beautiful Lithia Park are a short walk away.
You will find this an ideal location for your visit to Ashland!
(business license # 006306/planning action #11-649)

Keywords: House

Property manager

Lois Van Aken

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

I welcome your infants and children over 8

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

There is no smoking anywhere on the property.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ashland

This holiday home is located in Ashland. Oregon Cabaret Theatre and Medford Carnegie Library are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North Mountain Park and Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum and The RRRink are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ashland, OR

What's nearby

Lithia Park - 6 min walk
Allen Elizabethan Theatre - 7 min walk
Oregon Shakespeare Festival - 8 min walk
Oregon Cabaret Theatre - 10 min walk
Southern Oregon University - 4 min drive

Getting around

Medford, OR (MFR-Rogue Valley Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪Skout Taphouse & Provisions - ‬7 min walk
‪Gil's - ‬6 min walk
‪Martolli's Hand Tossed Pizza - ‬6 min walk
‪Brickroom - ‬6 min walk
‪Mix Sweet Shop - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Perfect Vacation Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Perfect Vacation Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Perfect Vacation Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Perfect Vacation Cottage located?

Situated in Ashland, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lithia Park and Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Allen Elizabethan Theatre and Angus Bowmer Theatre are also within 10 minutes.

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lynn E.

9 June 2024

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

Perfect

This was our second stay at this lovely cottage that has everything we needed and more. If we return to Ashland we'll definitely try to stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

4 June 2024

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

Perfect

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Being able to walk to plays, restaurants, Lithia Park and the weekend art fair was fantastic. Having Shakespeare resources in the cottage was great.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

26 May 2024

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

Cozy Cottage with GREAT Location

Cental Avenue Cottage was perfect for us, 2 adult couples. Located in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance of downtown Ashland. Easy walk to Lithia Park, shops, groceries (Ashland co-op) and especially the Shakespeare Festival theaters. Our host was quick to reply and very accommodating. The beds were comfortable, and kitchen equipped to make all our meals. Also, an inviting outdoor porch and patio space to enjoy. Thank you and we would love to stay at this place in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

17 May 2024

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

Cottage Vibes

Beautiful location, wonderful house, great location to hang out. The house and location are even better than the pictures. Very comfortable, and makes you want to stay and enjoy the grounds and the house, even though Main Street Ashland is just a few short steps away. Everything was walkable for all of us, and we did it daily. Coming back at night and having a place to sit and enjoy and a comfortable made getting together that much better.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia W.

19 Apr 2024

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

Central Avenue Cottage

A true home away from home. Well stocked kitchen. Everything was clean and comfortable. The convenience to everything within walking distance is delightful.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G., Anchorage, Alaska

26 Oct 2023

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

Anchorage couple visiting Ashland for the first, third week in October 2023

Location, setting, and amenities most perfect. Third week in October best time to visit with autumn leaves and cooler temps.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn W.

8 Oct 2023

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

Great theater getaway!

Lovely space. Perfect for four. Everything is walkable.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

2 Oct 2023

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

Great location

Quiet neighborhood but super close to shows and town. I wish we could have stayed longer just to get into the great reading material in this home. We loved sitting on the front porch.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M., Placer County, California

28 Sept 2023

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

We love this place and will stay again

This is our 2nd time staying at this home and again we had a wonderful time with no issues. Very close to the theaters, nice outdoor patio seating, kitchen with everything we needed, very clean, perfect for 2 couples with the 2 bathrooms. We will stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgia C., Vacaville, California

25 Sept 2023

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

Splendid

Always a pleasure to stay at the Central Avenue Cottage. Great location for walking to the theatres and restaurants, yet quiet and it is not uncommon to share the sidewalk with deer. The home is always clean, well-supplied, has good WiFi. We stay here often!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam A., Eugene

19 Sept 2023

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

Perfect cottage for Ashland experience

This cottage is lovely in every way and in a perfect location. We loved relaxing on the front porch and using the barbecue in the garden area. The living room area is also welcoming, and the kitchen is well-appointed. We all enjoyed good nights of sleep in the comfy beds. The location makes it easy to walk over to the many restaurants near the festival and to Lithia Park. We're looking forward to returning to this wonderful cottage.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte D.

8 Sept 2023

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

Lovely

Very comfortable, quiet and beautiful home. Great, walkable, location. Perfect for our long weekend visit to Ashland

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

8 Sept 2023

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

Nice cottage close to downtown

Cute well maintained house, the smoke in the air cancelled our theatre so we left early but we enjoyed the nicely appointed house and pleasant front yard

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

22 Aug 2023

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

Great

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

19 Aug 2023

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

Ashland Cottage

Excellent location, a very short walk to town. Clean and well-equipped. Lot’s of attention to little details that make it an ideal place to stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

6 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful stay at idyllic cottage

Lovely cottage, easy walk to the center of town and theaters. Beautiful terrace in front!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

2 Aug 2023

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

Our Second Great Visit

Thai was a return trip the the property. A clean, comfortable, well appointed house in a great part of Ashland. A quiet and beautiful garden made sitting outside a pleasure. We will be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith W., Watsonville, CA

27 June 2023

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

Perfect Stay

This was our third time staying at this charming comfortable house. The “homey” feel is just perfect for me and my friend! We enjoy cooking our own meals in the fully stocked kitchen with lovely dishes and plenty of cookware and bakeware. The lush garden greenery feels so cozy and private and is visible through many windows. The close vicinity to town and theaters make this home so convenient on many levels!

10/10 Excellent

Lynn E., Portland, Oregon, USA

24 June 2023

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

Outstanding

Beautiful inside and out, spotless, and in a perfect location for the theaters, this cottage may be the best we've ever stayed in anywhere.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

31 May 2023

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

Perfect Ashland Cottage

Very attractive Bungalow with a beautiful private garden and a comfy sitting porch. Just a few easy blocks to downtown Ashland, the Play venues, restaurants a the gorgeous Lithia Watershed park. Very clean and well appointed. Friendly and helpful host. We will definitely stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

16 May 2023

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

An absolute delight in every way!

This cottage is so charming - I've been to Ashland many times, and it was by far my favorite of all the places I've stayed. It is surprisingly spacious, with two very comfortable bedrooms and bathrooms and even a small office nook, which was perfect for my husband. The kitchen is very well equipped and easy to cook in. There is a lovely, very private front garden with a table and chairs - it's beautifully landscaped and perfectly maintained. The location is superb - only a couple of blocks to the main street and Lithia Park and a few short blocks to the beloved Coop. Lois was kind enough to leave us some hiking books (I had told her in advance that we would be hiking) and an arrangement of local flowers on the kitchen table. We hated to leave and look forward to coming back soon!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

2 May 2023

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

Amazing location

Just had a great 3 month stay! Loved the neighborhood and the easy access to the plaza, hiking trails and all the great stuff Ashland has to offer. Lois was a great host. Very communicative and helpful.

Stayed 83 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha C., Sonoma, California

26 July 2022

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

Great Rental

The attention to detail at this rental is stunning . Loved the location, quality of the rental, and response by the owner. We look forward to staying here again & again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

20 July 2022

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

Absolutely charming cottage

The CAC was perfect for our stay. It was beautifully decorated and comfortable. And so close to downtown Ashland theaters and restaurants. It was spotlessly clean and had a great front yard for reading and relaxing. I would definitely stay there again when visiting Ashland.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M., Placer County, California

23 June 2022

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

Great location, nice outdoor eating area, clean and well maintained.

Loved this gem and would stay here again. 2 beds and baths, perfect for 2 couples. AC, lovely outdoor table and chairs. Warmly furnished living room. Full kitchen.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lois Van Aken

I have lived and worked in this wonderful town for 30 years. I bought this home in 1986 with the dream that someday I would turn it into a travelers accommodation. Over the years I have carefully remodeled and restored this 1900 cottage and I welcomed my first visitors in 2008.

Why they chose this property

What I love about this property is its close proximity to the heart of downtown, the coop, and the park while still maintaining a quiet, natural setting. All are within 3 minutes walking distance so you can leave your car parked in the driveway for days.

What makes this property unique

In addition to the pleasing home and proximity to downtown, you can sit outside on the porch or on the patio and enjoy the beautiful gardens surrounding the home with the green mountains in the background.