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The Heard House - downtown Murphys

Holiday home in Murphys with kitchen and patio

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Very sweet one-level cottage in the heart of downtown
A toasty gas fireplace, heating, air conditioning and ceiling fans
Breakfast bar seating for four
Easy access to the deck
Umbrella-shaded seating for six, with additional bench seating

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Murphys Creek Theatre
  • Place, Ironstone Amphitheatre
  • Place, Mercer Caverns

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Heard House - downtown Murphys

The Heard House, in the heart of downtown Murphys, is a sweet, single-level cottage completely rebuilt in 2008 with all the charm and character of a bygone era, thoughtfully updated with today's comforts and conveniences. Easy walking distance to everything downtown, including the Murphys Hotel, shops and restaurants, two dozen wine tasting rooms, community park and river. Located on a sunny and fenced 1/3 acre parcel in a residential neighborhood just one block off Main Street, the cottage is nicely set back at the rear of the property and hidden from the street, so you have all the privacy you crave, without the traffic and noise issues of downtown. The open and airy living room has vaulted ceilings and a toasty gas fireplace. The kitchen is well-stocked for cooking and entertaining, with coffee beans, half and half, teas and spices, a vintage gas stove, microwave, coffee maker, coffee grinder, blender, and breakfast bar seating. Five star amenities like chocolates by the bedside, fresh flowers, snacks and free WIFI have it stand out from the rest. The bedroom has a queen-sized bed, with down comforter and duvet cover. The bathroom has vaulted ceilings, skylight, a clawfoot tub/shower combo, hair dryer, and hotel toiletries. Split unit Heating and AC, ceiling fans in the living room and bedroom, and a gas fireplace for your comfort. Private deck with bench seating and an umbrella-shaded table is the perfect spot for relaxing with your morning coffee, plus a gas BBQ, outdoor shower and a horseshoe pit you’re welcome to use. Relax and enjoy watching the squirrels, birds, turkeys and occasional deer that frequent a large, open area behind our property, or grab a night time beverage and take in the starry sky. Fully fenced yard, and at times it will be shared with our dog. If you're looking for somewhere special to relax and unwind, the Heard House is a perfect place to call home

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
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Events

No events allowed
Party = guests exceeding reservation #/noise issue
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$30 pet fee for each pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pet fee $30/pet. Pets not allowed on the furniture, and any damage or extra cleaning for your pet will be charged against your deposit
No portable BBQs, heaters, open flame devices or swimming pools are allowed. No use of the loft or built-in firepit is allowed
Any guest violating the house rules will be asked to leave, and will lose their 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
Note from host: Party = guests exceeding reservation #/noise issue
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

Murphys

Located in Murphys, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Murphys Community Park, while Murphys Creek Theatre and Ironstone Amphitheatre are cultural highlights. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Murphys, CA

What's nearby

  • Val du Vino Winery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Murphys Creek Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ironstone Amphitheatre - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mercer Caverns - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Moaning Caverns Adventure Park - 9 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Fresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.) - 166 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Watering Hole - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Murphys Historic Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Arroyo - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Murphys PourHouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Murphys Hwy 4 Diner - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Heard House - downtown Murphys pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at The Heard House - downtown Murphys?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Heard House - downtown Murphys?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Heard House - downtown Murphys located?

Located in the heart of Murphys, this holiday home is steps away from Val du Vino Winery and Broll Mountain Vineyards. Allegorie and Hatcher Winery are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! Very comfy cabin with privacy and easy access to downtown.Would highly recommend and will stay again if I'm in the area.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshall C.

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

Great spot!

Perfect location to just park and walk Murphy’s. Great house for a couple looking to get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendall H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cottage. Be aware of stairs and uneven ground. Was hard for the hubby with his knee surgery. Other than that is was really comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Val H.

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

quiet haven

perfect location and lovely cottage. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Love this place

Very comfortable and close to downtown yet quiet. Feels like you are miles away!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

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

Super charming and great location

A very charming and lovely cottage in a terrific location. This is the second unit on the property; during our stay, the owner was not in the front house, so it was very private. If total privacy is important, I recommend checking before booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Down town Murphys

Really enjoyed our weekend get away in Murphys. Super cute place and appreciated the yard and that we could bring our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

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

Delightful

Was close to town and very peaceful and serene
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P., Livermore

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

Wonderful cottage

Everything was easy and comfortable. Perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arthur B.

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

Discover this hidden gem in Gold Country

Beautiful, quiet location hidden in historic Murphys. Plenty of great local attractions to enjoy. My only regret was not staying for an entire week. Simply wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

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

amazing Murphy’s rental

Perfection! Wonderful accommodations, beautiful fenced yard for our small fair, distance to downtown, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Perfect getaway

This was the perfect cottage for a short writing retreat that allowed us to change scenery and leave city life behind. The cottage itself is the perfect size and had all the amenities we needed, we didn't have to leave the place at all the whole time we were there!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

kevin c.

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

Working away from home

I have to work in the Murphys area once and a while. This is definitely home away from home. Location to downtown is awesome
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca V.

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

Weekend away with my daughter

My daughter and I loved our brief weekend stay here. We were meeting friends for a birthday weekend so spent unfortunately not enough time at this beautiful property. I wish we had more time so plan to book a return without social obligations to enjoy this wonderful little space with my daughter .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the whole, it was a great property very quiet and lots of windows. I didn’t care for the gas stove, which left a smell in the house. I enjoyed how the house was decorated, and the patio was pleasant to sit on. All the supplies I needed were there. It wasn’t easy to drag my heavy luggage, my wheeled luggage up the gravel driveway, up the flagstone steps, and up the stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Wonderful Murphys Getaway

The house was very comfortable and quiet, completely stocked (even had snacks) and very close to downrown without the noise. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris A.

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

Lovely Private place

Beautiful Cozy place. The only negative thing was the Wi-Fi code didn’t work. I already referred 3 of our Fair Oaks neighbors to you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

The Murphys Vibe

This place is amazing!!!!! Murphys is amazing!!!!! My wife and I consider this to be one of the “Best VRBOS” we have ever stayed in after a decade of using VRBOs. The hosts, when we arrived, gave us fresh flowers, a snack gift tray and new cream for coffee people!!! The place was beautiful and very unique - Totally matching what my wife and I call “The Murphys Vibe” - This cottage is so cool….If you’re going to visit Murphys - Do not miss the chance of staying here - You will not regret it!!!! Dave & Lynn - Sept 2024
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Amy W.

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

Cute place, great location

This cottage is as it is described, right close to downtown Murphys, quaint and comfortable. An issue with the cleaning not getting done was unfortunate and left us with an unmade bed and a pile of dirty sheets and towels and Full garbage bins in our place for the entire stay. We did get refunded our cleaning fee and were offered for someone to come to clean our first night after 7 but we were already settled in. The local businesses in Murphys are great and calaveras big trees is a gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa S., Sparks, Nv

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

Excellent place with an awesome location!

My husband and I absolutely loved this place. It's a cute little cottage with lots of privacy. It's located a block off main street, so we were able to walk downtown and enjoy great food and wine - and then stumble back! You do have to walk several hundred feet from the street to the cottage, so unloading a vehicle could be challenging for those with mobility limitations. My husband and I didn't mind because we need the exercise. We were allowed to bring our dog and he had just as much fun as we did. Most of Murphys is dog friendly, so it worked out great. All in all a great little vacation. We would highly recommend this place and plan on returning someday!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allen A.

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

Cute cottage one block from downtown

The cottage is far back in the backyard of the main house. You don't even realize there is another home on the property except that you need to walk past it on the way in. Bed was comfy and the patio was nice. The kitchen had everything we needed. There is some poison oak sprouting up here and there in the yard/hedges so make sure to stay clear of it especially if you bring a dog. It took about 5 minutes to walk to the main street. The drive to the grocery was also about 5 minutes. We enjoyed driving up the hill to the wineries.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

craig w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything went great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The yard was great for my pup! The kitchen was well stocked.The only concern I had was that this town has very few street lights on the residential streets. You have to rely on the ambient lighting from the homes. And much to my surprise a lot of them did not have any. This of course has nothing to do with The Heard House, this property was well lit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cabin nestled near downtown Murphys. Walking distance. Quiet. Private. Love the decor. All the essentials and a full array of tv selections. A very nice stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house. Had everything we needed for a comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Janet Romanowski

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Darrel and Janet discovered Murphys 20+ years ago, and it was love at first site. We have family and friends nearby, so annual celebrations, summer and winter sports, wineries, parks and caves made it an easy vacation and gathering spot for adults and kids of all ages. We love the variety of people we meet from all different places, backgrounds, ages, and walks of life. We try to make our vacation homes feel very special, so you can relax in comfort, knowing you have everything you need to completely enjoy your stay

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