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Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 7 102.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Boise, ID
- Boise State University9 min walk
- ExtraMile Arena19 min walk
- Albertsons Stadium2 min drive
- Boise, ID (BOI)4 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 2
1 Double Futon
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center
Welcome to our cozy cottage incredibly close to all you might want in downtown Boise while situated in a quiet neighborhood and comfortable enough to make you feel like you never want to leave. In fact, you can walk to BSU, downtown, the capital, Morrison Center, Boise River, Anne Frank Memorial, museums, restaurants,the Greenbelt and more. Leave your vehicle behind and walk, scooter or Uber easily around town. If are arriving by air, the airport is a short 5 – 7 minute drive from the cottage. Winter skiing at Bogus Basin is only 45 minutes away and a visit to and from the mountain resort town of McCall is well within a day’s drive. If you are performing at the Morrison Center, this home is perfectly situated for you!
Originally build in 1947, our place has been completely remodeled including the beautifully horticulturalist designed and maintained landscaping and large yard. Our three bedroom, two bathroom home can comfortably sleep 6 (or 7 if someone is up for the couch). All bedding and towels are brand new with luxurious comfort in mind. In fact, we completely remodeled the home specifically to place it on the short term rental market so the majority of the furnishings are brand new, as well.
We are passionate about cooking so our recently remodeled kitchen is well appointed and even has spices and seasonings to get you started. The kitchen has a Keurig coffee maker and we provide some coffee to get you going. If you prefer to cook outside, the cottage also has a BBQ on its charming backyard patio. The house has two refrigerators and a small wine refrigerator so you will not run out of room and has both heading and air-conditioning. The house also has a washer and dryer and we include the detergent for your convenience.
Once at the house, we have restaurant menus and literature to help you plan your stay. A supermarket, Starbucks and several restaurants are very close by adding to the convenience of our location. Further, we are located nearby and are always at your service for recommendations or assistance.
When you travel, it can be difficult to find a home away from home that feels cozy and clean while affordable and convenient. Our cottage is all of that and more. Please call us and/or schedule your visit with us today. You will not be disappointed.
Originally build in 1947, our place has been completely remodeled including the beautifully horticulturalist designed and maintained landscaping and large yard. Our three bedroom, two bathroom home can comfortably sleep 6 (or 7 if someone is up for the couch). All bedding and towels are brand new with luxurious comfort in mind. In fact, we completely remodeled the home specifically to place it on the short term rental market so the majority of the furnishings are brand new, as well.
We are passionate about cooking so our recently remodeled kitchen is well appointed and even has spices and seasonings to get you started. The kitchen has a Keurig coffee maker and we provide some coffee to get you going. If you prefer to cook outside, the cottage also has a BBQ on its charming backyard patio. The house has two refrigerators and a small wine refrigerator so you will not run out of room and has both heading and air-conditioning. The house also has a washer and dryer and we include the detergent for your convenience.
Once at the house, we have restaurant menus and literature to help you plan your stay. A supermarket, Starbucks and several restaurants are very close by adding to the convenience of our location. Further, we are located nearby and are always at your service for recommendations or assistance.
When you travel, it can be difficult to find a home away from home that feels cozy and clean while affordable and convenient. Our cottage is all of that and more. Please call us and/or schedule your visit with us today. You will not be disappointed.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Boise
Located in Boise, this holiday home is in the city centre. Eighth Street Marketplace and Boise Art Glass are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Morrison-Knudsen Nature Center and Kathryn Albertson Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Zoo Boise, or check out an event or a game at ExtraMile Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Boise, ID
What's nearby
- Boise State University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- ExtraMile Arena - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Albertsons Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
- Boise River & Greenbelt - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- Boise Centre - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min walk
- Starbucks - 5 min walk
- Panda Express - 5 min drive
- Big Jud's - 14 min walk
- Chapala Mexican Restaurant - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Leland Barkes

Hi there! Let us introduce ourselves. We are so excited to have you come stay at our beloved cottage. We, ourselves, enjoy the cottage on weekend stays from our home. In fact, Carol uses the cottage as a writer's getaway where she co-authored her best selling book, Success Breakthroughs, with Jack Canfield (Chicken Soup for the Soul author). Even though we are minutes away, it still feels like a country get away when we are at the cottage. We love how close we are to the Saturday market and enjoying walking down to it to get fresh bread and veggies, etc for our dinners. We love to hike, explore and eat at all the cool new places cropping up around town. Carol is a best selling author, international speaker and former sommelier so she is a great source for wine tips - we have quite a few great wineries in the area and she is happy to point you in the right direction. Leland is a horticulturist and an avid fly-fisherman so if you want tips on where to try your luck, just ask. Finally, we have 4 children and Carol teaches at BSU so we can help you with family/college information, too.
Why they chose this property
Why not this property? Great linens and towels, beautifully appointment, washer and dryer, and location, location, location. We have made our cottage with us, as travelers, in mind. What we want, we put in for you. If you need anything, we are here.
What makes this property unique
We love how cozy our cottage is and we love the location. We also really appreciate the size of our spacious yard complete with open land behind us. It gives us much privacy and peacefulness. We have had deer, wild turkeys, coyotes, hawks, cranes and other wildlife in our neighborhood so while we are so close to the downtown, we still have the influence of nature within our neighborhood. In our backyard, there is a huge, old sycamore tree that houses several squirrels. They are super fun to watch bounce around while enjoying time on the back patio.
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