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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 339.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Decatur, GA
  • Decatur Square
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Emory University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Fernbank Museum of Natural History
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Decatur City Cottage/short Walk To Square

Our cottage is quiet and peaceful, on a tree lined street in a nice residential neighborhood, yet walking distance to all Decatur has to offer. Our cottage is best suited for a couple and one child. It’s a 15 minute nice walk on safe, tree-shaded sidewalks to Downtown Decatur where you will find many award winning restaurants, shops and pubs. Located only two blocks from the Marta station, one mile from Agnes Scott, 4 miles from Emory and the CDC. Keyless entry, thermostat, free Wi-Fi, Roku TV, no stairs. Check-in anytime after 3 pm. Check-out by11 am. Details will be sent closer to check-in.
The Cottage is in our backyard, with a private entrance and walkway. It is a quiet, cozy space. There is a sofa and a 46 inch HD flat screen TV (with Roku including Netflix and Hulu), and DVD player in the front room. In the back there is a very comfortable queen bed with a Sealy Posturepedic Hybrid Plush mattress and 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and quilt. There is also a single size mattress in the small loft area with a reading light perfect for an older child or small adult. The kitchen area has a small oven, cook top, microwave, toaster oven, mini fridge with freezer, a coffee maker with several different coffees and teas to choose from. The bathroom has a walk in tile shower with vanity with clean fresh towels and all essentials needed for your stay.
You have full, private use of the cottage and may feel free to relax in one of our shared spaces in the beautiful back yard. If you are traveling with children, we have a trampoline as well as a large play scape area that your children are free to enjoy. This space is shared with my family and sometimes friends.
We ask that there is NO SMOKING anywhere on the premises.
I will be available as much or as little as you need me to be. Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns during your stay. I will plan on meeting you when you arrive to show you around and answer any questions you may have. Otherwise I will respect your privacy.
The owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the premises or its facilities. The Homeowners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises.
We ask that our guests are mindful of the children and neighbors. Please use respectful language, adhere to the neighborhood speed limit, and be aware of children playing in the street.
STRICTLY ENFORCED QUIET HOURS AFTER 10PM IN CONSIDERATION OF MY NEIGHBORS AND ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING ANYWHERE ON THE PROPERTY INCLUDING THE STREET IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE.
Getting around town:
Avondale Marta Station 2/10 a mile
Dekalb Farmers Market (a world market and an amazing place to visit), 1 mile
Downtown Decatur, 6/10 a mile
DeKalb Medical Center, 1 mile
Agnes Scott College, 1 mile
Emory University, Medical Center and CDC, 3 miles
GA. Tech, 7 miles
Piedmont Park, 7 miles
Downtown Atlanta: (World of Coca-Cola, GA Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park, GA World Congress Center), 8 miles
Stone Mountain Park, 9 miles

Property manager

Dawn Hammond
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
One well trained dog considered upon approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed anywhere on the premises
Absolutely no smoking in or outside of the cottage.
STRICTLY ENFORCED QUIET HOURS AFTER 10PM IN CONSIDERATION OF MY NEIGHBORS AND COTTAGE GUEST.
Breaking the house rules will result in the forfeiture of your damage deposit.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

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

About the area

Decatur

Located in Decatur, this cottage is in the city centre. Ponce City Market and Perimeter Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Zoo Atlanta and Stone Mountain Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Georgia World Congress Center or State Farm Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Decatur, GA

What's nearby

  • Decatur Square - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Agnes Scott College - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Emory University - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Emory University Hospital - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Fernbank Museum of Natural History - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Avondale Station - 6 min walk
  • Atlanta Peachtree Station - 22 min drive
  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Trackside Tavern - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rebel Teahouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fellini's Pizza - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Brick Store Pub - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Decatur City Cottage/short Walk To Square pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Decatur City Cottage/short Walk To Square?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Decatur City Cottage/short Walk To Square?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Decatur City Cottage/short Walk To Square located?

This family-friendly cottage is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Decatur Square, Decatur Courthouse and Agnes Scott College. Emory University is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. Avondale Station is 6 minutes by foot and Decatur Station is 19 minutes.

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. 63 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Silke v.

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

Great location and lovely place

This was a great stay. Great location, good communications, and lovingly built cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Homey cottage

This is a small but homey cottage good for two people. Good location in Decatur
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally W.

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

Nice cozy cottage

Our weekend stay was nice and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

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

Great place. Yup stay.

Great location.Had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn E.

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

cute cozy getaway

A nice break from the corporate feel of too many VRBOs. An original. Cute, cozy, and well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

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

Cute & Cozy

I love how the owner paid attention to details!! The showerhead is really nice in the bed is super comfortable!! For someone traveling for medical reasons, this place was perfect!! It fit my exact needs, and I love the privacy 🌺
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Treesie C.

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

Beautiful Neighborhood

This was the perfect landing spot for my daughter and I as we visited family. We loved the neighborhood and the cottage was perfect for the two of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

Great location

The cottage is in close proximity to Downtown Decatur and had everything we needed. It’s in a quiet, nice neighborhood ! Dawn was great with communication and a real pleasure to speak to. The cottage is a definite when we return to Atlanta.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry C.

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

Great place to stay

This was our second trip to the cottage. Our daughter lives a few miles away and this is the perfect place. It is clean cozy and dog friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

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

Quiet & Private

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The cottage was located in a private backyard. The home is at the end of a dead end street. Located neat Decatur Square and Oakhurst - many wonderful restaurants and a short drive to Atalanta’s museums, zoo etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen J.

Perfect city cottage!

I absolutely loved staying in this little city gem during our trip to Atlanta! The cabin is very clean, spacious, and homey. Dawn was such a gracious host and she made us feel very welcome and comfortable during our stay. The cabin was fully stocked with essentials (toiletries, coffee, dishware, snacks) and we watched quite a few movies on Netflix! It's located very close to downtown Decatur and we fell in love with the neighborhood. We'll definitely be staying here next time we're in town!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017

2/10 Terrible

Shonda M.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrible ordor

The back yard looks NOTHING like the pictures. It has a damp basement ordor. We walked in and instantly the ordor hit us. My family member has terrible allergies so we decided it would be best not to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week to see family in Atlanta

We stayed here to visit our daughter for the week. I thought the property was great. Nice neighborhood, convenient to the town square yet out of the way. The cottage was just the right size for two. However, our check-in was odd. The manager didn't expect us and didn't act like she even had vrbo rentals. I don't know if that's a vrbo issue (she later said we were expected a day later) or not.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Amy H., Charlotte, North Carolina

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

Great location

We were visiting our daughter and this was a 5 minute walk through a very nice neighborhood to get to her apartment. Also an easy 10 - 15 minute walk to downtown Decatur. Cottage does tend to be a bit dark, but it was lovely sitting on the front porch listening to all the birds and the neighborhood was very quiet. As a matter of personal taste, the mattress was too soft for us, if you have back issues that could be a problem.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia C.

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

Great for having dogs

Location was great. My only compliant is we're not use to window a/c and it was noisy right next to the bed. Also went to make a cocktail and the ice trays were empty of ice in the freezer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Jeffery H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Decatur Cottage

Overall ok, but ac units coming on and going off all night kept my family awake. Plus, other occupants of the main house parked cars in the drive way that made incredibly difficult to access the unit. Very tough for my elderly Mother. No a good set up… would not rent again…. Certainly for that amount of money.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Britt B., Macon, GA

Perfect cottage and wonderful owners

Stayed 5 nights while visiting Atl with my 2 kids. It was a great experience. Dawn and her family welcomed us and took care of everything. My kids enjoyed the fenced-in back yard with swingset, trampoline, zip-line...and with Lolli the bunny hopping around the entertainment never stopped. Great cottage with privacy if you are looking to be in the Decatur area. Owners make you feel like part of the family. Close to great restaurants & shopping. Fernbank Museum was great. I highly recommend this rental. Everything was easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Katrina T.

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

Cute space

Great for a short trip to a city we love. Loved the heater in the bathroom . Bed was super comfy also!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rita H.

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

Cozy Cabin in Welcome Location

This little cabin is in Dawn's back yard. The beds are cozy, the place is clean and had everything we needed for our short stay. We will definitely book again when we come to visit our daughter. Our little dog Darla was intrigued by Biscuit and Cocoa! Can't wait till they get to reunite ❤
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

R Lyn S.

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

Cute garden getaway

We enjoyed our stay. Dawn was welcoming & easily available if we needed, and the little cottage is a cute tiny house with all the amenities we needed. And with a larger bathroom & nicer shower than most tiny houses can boast! We look forward to another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Thank you for your hospitality.

Though I was having an issue with a different VRBO listing simultaneously Dawn was responsive to me about the issue and supportive. I appreciate her hospitality very much and would be happy to stay there again! The trampoline was awesome for our eight-year-old as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meg and Terry H.

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

Our Cabin in the City

A cozy, private spot in a quiet neighborhood. Trees all around. Loved the songs from many types of birds!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Avis P.

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

Cozy cottage!

Convenient and comfortable. Nicely appointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scot S.

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

Quaint Cabin

What a nice little oasis just blocks from downtown Decatur. After parking, you step through the portico and open a door into the backyard and there you see the accommodations! A nicely laid stone path guides you to the front door of the cabin. Once inside you find everything is laid out perfectly, even a small kitchen should you choose to cook. The bathroom is nice, large shower, separate water closet, and a nice sink and vanity. The bed was super comfortable and the towels so soft!! We enjoyed our stay and trying out different restaurants downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Jen R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Didn’t really like it

Cabin is cute as a button, but not 5 star, maybe 3. There was food in the fridge from previous people. There were very large Palmetto bugs inside and some ants in the loft. It had obviously not been cleaned between visitors except maybe bed linens. Not much lighting. And to get to it you have to squeeze through the owners cars. I nearly fell the first day trying to get around the cars on uneven ground. I booked it for myself and my two boys thinking they would love the trampoline in the picture. But they didn’t feel comfortable using it since the owners dogs came at us one day when trying to get to the cabin and the next day she stops us and says “I thought it was just you staying here” right in front of them. They thought she was unhappy they were there. The reservation clearly said 3 of us. We were only staying temporarily while we found somewhere to stay longer. When my youngest woke up screaming in the middle of the night because a 2 inch palmetto bug was in the bed we decided to find a local hotel to finish our stay. It was just too rustic for our taste.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Hammond

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I am a mother of two amazing kids, I am an RN and work from home. I have lived in the city of Decatur for 15 years and I absolutely love it. I am so excited about hosting and sharing this great city with others. I enjoy gardening, reading, yoga, traveling, camping and love being a Mom. When I was younger I was a nurse in the military and had the opportunity to live in Italy. While there I traveled all over Europe and stayed in many B and B's. Those memories are some that I will treasure forever. I hope I can be as good of a host as I have had the pleasure of experiencing. I look forward to meeting you.

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