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Nifty Thrifty - Affordable, Comfortable, in Ideal Location!

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Heart of the home! Living room with comfortable seating and a quality sofabed.
A quiet neighborhood, close to everything -- including restaurants!
Fireplace, flat-screen TV, 
free WiFi, and plenty of good books.
The perfect fireside reading chair, for you alone, or with a (grand)child.
A living room view from the front door toward the hall and bedrooms.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Eugene, OR
  • University of Oregon
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hayward Field
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Matthew Knight Arena
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Eugene, OR (EUG)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Nifty Thrifty - Affordable, Comfortable, in Ideal Location!

Casual, affordable and oh so conveniently located, Nifty Thrifty is the answer for singles, couples and small families seeking elbow room on a visit to fun and funky Eugene. Park the car in the attached garage: Around the corner (29th and Willamette) you’ll find a gourmet market, and a variety of restaurants and shops. And now, a budding food cart pod just a block away!

Bring a bike or take advantage of the two bus lines that are just steps from your door – either way, you’re within minutes of Fifth Street Market, the Hult Center, Saturday Market, the University of Oregon campus and Hayward Field, or Autzen Stadium. It’s only 20 minutes by car to the Lorane Valley wine country, less than 60 to the whitewater beauty of the McKenzie River, and less than 90 to hike or ski the Cascades. Nothing’s out of reach from this location!

The one-story 1950s-vintage house features two bedrooms, a full bath, hardwood floors, a fireplace, a private fenced and landscaped backyard (roses and fruit trees!) and a laundry. Thanks to the addition of a ductless heat pump, there is AC. The full-sized kitchen is equipped with all the appliances you’ll need to pull together breakfast at the dinette or serve dinner in the dining room. If there’s business on your schedule, there’s a workstation in the master bedroom and WiFi throughout the house. The neighborhood is quiet, safe, friendly, and eclectic.

Said a recent guest: 'Nifty Thrifty was the perfect choice...ideally located, close to shopping, public transit, the university, and Amazon Park with its bicycle & running trails, children's playground and a great dog park. The home is spotless with all the extras one could need, even a garage for the car. The back yard was perfect, completely fenced with plants and lawn and a small patio with a table and chairs. The neighborhood is extremely quiet with very little traffic other than the local residents. All in all, we couldn't have been more pleased...and would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking for a vacation rental in Eugene.'

The details:
• Queen-sized bed in the primary bedroom.
• Full-sized bed in the second bedroom.
• Sofa sleeper (please request information before planning to use it)
• Air bed available for small-child use upon request.
• The house is ramp-equipped for handicapped access from the garage, though not all interior doorways are wide enough for wheelchair use. Grab bars are installed at the front door and in the bathroom.
• All linens and an uncommonly wide range of cooking supplies are provided.


Property manager

Ellen W.
Premier Host

Languages

Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Some games and toys provided.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
With permission, fewer than 15 people, quiet at 10
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only
No smoking, no parties that aren't pre-approved. R
Read and adhere to guidelines on the Welcome page

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: With permission, fewer than 15 people, quiet at 10
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Eugene

Located in Eugene, this holiday home is in the city centre. McDonald Theatre and John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Lane County Fair Grounds and Museum of Natural History. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Hayward Field or Autzen Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Eugene, OR

What's nearby

  • University of Oregon - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Hayward Field - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Hult Center for Performing Arts - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Matthew Knight Arena - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Autzen Stadium - 6 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Eugene Station - 13 min drive
  • Eugene, OR (EUG) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Yumm - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mucho Gusto - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪16 Tons Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Barry's Espresso Bakery & Deli - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Nifty Thrifty - Affordable, Comfortable, in Ideal Location! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nifty Thrifty - Affordable, Comfortable, in Ideal Location!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nifty Thrifty - Affordable, Comfortable, in Ideal Location!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Nifty Thrifty - Affordable, Comfortable, in Ideal Location! located?

Located in the centre of Eugene, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Amazon Dog Park, Amazon Trail and Rexius Trail. University of Oregon is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 358 out of 389 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 389 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 389 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 389 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 389 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best little home!
Once we found this home, we always stay here! Convenient location for groceries and a few restaurants!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eugene stay
Great location in Eugene. Clean, well-kept, and helpful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient and cozy!
Great house with a yard in a convenient location close to everything. Ellen was a great host who made us feel very welcome. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Eugene!
Nice home, short walk to food. Just a pleasant stay. We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shopping Convenience
What we liked the most was the ability to walk to some great shopping options. The neighborhood was quiet and having our own space was wonderful. Ellen is a great host, easy to contact and provided immediate response to questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Home in Eugene,Oregon
It was like being at home. Very clean and cozy. Great beds. Almost everything needed to prepare family dinners. We had a birthday party, Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas Day dinner. Abundant towels and bedding. Ellen let us know that she would provide anything we needed. Nine days back in my old home town with family friends. We will definitely rent again.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

TRACI M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Una M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Musical stay
We were in town for a multi-venue music event. The house was perfectly located to every place we needed to be. Place was clean and well stocked with linen, towels and blankets. Blankets were good since house sleeps a little chilly in the colder months. Be sure to bring socks and slippers and your fave blankets if you get cold easy. Would have been nice to have balanced out the fact cable wasn't working in the main bedroom for one night with having 2 extra adult family members who came down for the event for 15 hours, but rules are rules. Overall, a very enjoyable stay. Thank you Ellen
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

P H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nifty & thrifty says it all
Couldn't have been more pleased with the location, accommodation and coordination with the owner. Would recommend highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, clean and great location! 😎
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great house
Super clean house, close to restaurants, and easy access to downtown Eugene. Prefect place to stay while visiting the University.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enchanting Eugene
Staying at Nifty Thrifty was perfect in most every way. The kitchen has just about everything you'd need to make a fancy dinner plus a cake for dessert. We cooked as much as possible and found even the knives to be sharp (not often the case in other rentals). The beds were cozy making sleep a sure thing. We shopped at the local markets and found the bread and baked goods at Great Harvest irresistible. We enjoyed Coburg for its great antique shops, not far from Eugene and took walks at the nearby Amazon Park. So much to do and see. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace
Place that feels like going to gamgams house. Love it! Go Ducks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

dimike42

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, As Always
We have stayed here before and the property is always beautifully maintained, comfortable, well located and everything we need is provided. Communication is excellent and the information provided is useful. We'll be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, comfortable stay. Coast 1.5 drive Mountains and waterfalls 1.5 hr drvie great spot for
Great spot for our needs. Easy walking distance to resturants and groceries. Nice quite neighborhood. House was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

D O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying at Nifty Thrifty
This was our second time staying at this property. We really enjoy the location and property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely!
This is a wonderful home in a great, quiet neighborhood. Ellen, the host, is fabulous. Very accommodating, helpful and great communication. The beds are comfy, the fenced back yard is very nice. Home is always spotless. Highly recommend!alalwayspotless
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home away from home
The house Is in a great location. Everything was so easy to find in the house. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and look forward to going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Great little house with a lovely back yard area. Very clean and well kept. The neighborhood felt safe, and was very close to a plethora of restaurants and shops for all of our needs. Will definitely be returning in the coming years.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding
The house is wonderful! Ellen made it very easy with check in and it was a pleasure to meet her. This is a true home away from home, all you need is some meals and she supplies everything you will need. Backyard was peaceful and beautiful. We will stay here again if we ever visit Eugene again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Our stay at The nifty thrifty was perfect! We had a very comfortable stay, we would definitely book this house again when in Eugene. Thank you 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay
Attended the Oregon Country Fair. This place was wonderful! Ellen is very attentive and responsive, she was right there to check us in, explain everything and offered to be available for assistance. It was clean, roomy, comfortable and plenty of amenities. The back yard was lovely in the evening. Will definitely try and stay there for next years Fair!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
home away from home
This place was one of the best ones I have stayed at. Everything was top notch and I felt like the host went beyond my expectations with what the home had to offer. I will most definitely try to book with her again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Little Home
Everything was just as expected from the listing. Very clean. Everything worked just fine. It’s in a pleasant, quiet neighborhood. Thank you, Ellen!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

dblakeusa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, clean home in South Eugene.
Staying here was like staying at a friend's house (but cleaner). The location is convenient for shopping and dining. The owner is helpful and professional, and the only reason I rated the check-in 4/5 stars is because some people might prefer an automated check-in whereas in this case the owner meets the renter in person to provide the keys. I would probably do the same, and the owner can arrange to meet the renter at a time suitable for both. In summary, this is a nice house with a nice backyard at a reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ellen W.

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I've traveled the world with my husband and now-adult children -- always on a budget, preferring to spend my money on interesting locations and new experiences instead of luxurious lodging. I've brought my personal travel philosophy to Nifty Thrifty, where you'll have a place of your own with all the comforts of home. And, thanks to our very reasonable rates, you'll have the extra spending money you need to make your visit to Eugene and the Willamette Valley memorable. When you stay at Nifty Thrifty, you're not dealing with a distant owner. My husband and I live just eight blocks away, and we're always happy to answer a question, solve a problem, or make a suggestion. Come visit us! We know you'll be pleased!

Why they chose this property

This house was in the family and just too sweet to let go. It's perfectly located for anybody coming to Eugene for any reason, and it's our pleasure to share it with you! Check our hundreds of five-star reviews to see the many ways that Nifty Thrifty pleases its guests and leaves them promising to book again soon.

What makes this property unique

If you've ever wished you could be a local, just for the length of your stay, Nifty Thrifty lets you do that. Neighbors will nod and wave, you'll see a variety of people passing on bikes or on foot on this quiet street, and when you venture forth to shop or find a meal, you'll be taking the same steps your neighbors do day after day. Have a conversation at one of the two bus stops that are each less than a block away. Pick up your morning coffee at the bakery/deli, browse the farmer's market (in summer), grab lunch or dinner at the Southtowne Food Cart Pod just a block away, shop for something delicious to cook from Eugene's best grocery stores or Long's Meat Market, have a beer at the sushi bar or a cocktail at a stylish restaurant -- it's all just two blocks from your home-away-from-home!

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Spanish

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