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
About the area
Solvang
Located in Solvang, this cottage is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gaviota State Park and Hans Christian Andersen Park, while Solvang Vintage Motorcycle Museum and Solvang Festival Theater are cultural highlights. Apple Lane Solvang and OstrichLand USA are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
Hans Christian Andersen Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
Mortensens Danish Bake - 5 min walk
The Solvang Bakery - 3 min walk
Solvang Restaurant - 3 min walk
Birkholm's Bakery - 3 min walk
Brekkies - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Laurel Cottage - Solvang, CA pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Laurel Cottage - Solvang, CA?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Laurel Cottage - Solvang, CA?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Laurel Cottage - Solvang, CA located?
Located in the heart of Solvang, this cottage is steps away from Solvang Vintage Motorcycle Museum and Solvang Festival Theater. Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards and Hans Christian Andersen Museum are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The apt was private and in a great location to everything Solvang. Everything was provided to make it feel like a home away from home. The only thing that I wish there was access to was a broom or a swiffer. Between my child and all the crumbs from the pastries, I was wiping up the hardwood floors constantly.
Great Place - Description Missing Important Details
We originally needed a place for 3 couples, so when I reached out asking if the other cottage was available so we could fit 6 people, the property manager said it wasn't. He nor the listing description ever mentioned a very important fact---There is an additional Murphy Bed in the living room area of the cottage. This could have accommodated our 3rd couple, but instead they had to stay elsewhere because we did not know about it. Also, the description calls this a 2 bedroom cottage. It is actually 2 separate units--only one has a living room, kitchen (and we now know an additional Murphy bed) and the 2nd is just a bedroom & bathroom. We were only there for 1 night, so it worked, but if we booked again with our kids, for example, knowing this info would be very helpful. Also, strangely it originally would not let me book, appearing that my dates were available but then weren't. Then weeks later, I randomly saw that my earlier request was suddenly accepted without notice. Aside from all of this, there are lots of pluses: The property is in a perfect location walkable to everything in Solvang and the cottages themselves are lovely, clean & updated. The gates have a keypad on them, but there are light greenery next to them that anyone can walk by, bypassing the gate to enter the property, but with all that said, we did enjoy our stay and would totally stay there again and would be interested in renting all 3 structures---just need a clearer idea of how many the largest one sleeps.
We absolutely loved our stay at Laurel Cottages. The location is great-close to everything on Solvang! The cottages were very updated and clean with everything we needed. Thank you for an amazing stay!
Beautiful, quaint, comfy cottages (I rented both the main cottage & the studio). A block from downtown. We attended a vintage pop-up at the Veteran's Center. It was just a block away! We will stay here again!
We had never been to Solvang before and what a charming Danish theme town. Our place was only 2 blocks off the main road and SO convenient for us. The set up of this short term rental is very nice for 2-3 couples. There were 4 of us, but there is a murphy bed in the living room if needed. There was a minor issue upon checking in but the manager, Michael, called me back immediately and we appreciated that. He was very nice and accommodating. Having the separate cottage gave more privacy. They units have been updated recently and nicely done. We enjoyed the outdoor sitting area too. There is no ice maker or trays so I would suggest to future renters to pick up ice before you arrive. However there is a market only about 5-6 blocks away. Bottom line, we really liked this place and would stay there again. Thanks!
My family drove 4 hours to enjoy this home. When we arrived and used the key pad, we walked into a home occupied by someone else. When we called the host, he cancelled our reservation and said it was a "glitch." When I asked what we were supposed to do now, he called me a name and hung up on me mid sentence. I called back but he refused to talk on the telephone. The hosts texts were very rude. Beware- ANYONE can enter this property with the door code (they do not change it) and they will double book and cancel your listing leaving you stranded.
The finishes in the Laurel cottage are new and very well done. The fact that the 2nd bedroom is a separate cottage just feet away, makes it easy to meet in the main cottage but still have privacy. Perfect for 2 couples. Just a block away from the main part of Solvang, the location is perfect. The property manager Michael was easy to get in touch with and responded quickly to any need we had. I would stay here again!
Steve K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Michael Gowing
What makes this property unique
'Laurel' at White Birch Cottages consists of a cottage with 1 bedroom, 1 full bathroom, living room and full kitchen, as well as a detached studio with 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.