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Home Away from Home/Newly updated/Walking distance to Green Belt parks and shops

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Spacious house with recently landscaped drought tolerant front and back yards.
Quiet side street in north Davis
Oranges free (in season)!
Full double garage
Airy entrance way open to dining and living room areas. Fast WiFi included.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Davis, CA
  • University of California, Davis
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • U.C. Davis School of Veterinary Medicine
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • U.C. Davis Conference Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Home Away from Home/Newly updated/Walking distance to Green Belt parks and shops

Furnished home, newly updated, available for short term rental. Ideally suited for visiting university professors or short term executive stays. Located in North Davis near the University and within walking distance to shops, bus route, parks, and green belt.

Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, open plan living/dining, wireless internet connection, cable television, two car garage, on pleasant corner lot. For availability and terms, please contact Valerie Garforth by phone or e-mail.

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Property manager

Valerie Garforth

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Davis

Covell Park, a neighbourhood in Davis, is home to this holiday home. Davis Toad Tunnel and Gable Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Marya Welch Tennis Center and Regal Davis Holiday. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Aggie Stadium or The Pavilion. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Davis, CA

What's nearby

  • University of California, Davis - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • University Mall - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • U.C. Davis School of Veterinary Medicine - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • UC Davis Arboretum - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • U.C. Davis Conference Center - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Davis Station - 12 min drive
  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peet’s Coffee & Tea - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Segundo Dining Commons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Guadalajara - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Home Away from Home/Newly updated/Walking distance to Green Belt parks and shops pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Home Away from Home/Newly updated/Walking distance to Green Belt parks and shops?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home Away from Home/Newly updated/Walking distance to Green Belt parks and shops?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home Away from Home/Newly updated/Walking distance to Green Belt parks and shops located?

Located in Covell Park, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Sutter Davis Hospital and 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from University of California, Davis. Davis Art Center and Aspen Greenbelt off-leash dog park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt W.

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

Great experience!

Clean home, easy check-in and check-out not far from the University!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Erin M.

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

Needs Updates and Deep Clean

The location of the property is great, however, the property is extremely dated and would benefit greatly from new linens and bedding. The bedding in 2 of the bedrooms had not been washed and had good chunks and mucus crusted spots from previous tenants. The freezer had something growing inside, and the first bathroom had mold and dirty shower lining. Though the cleanliness was not up to standard, the property host, was responsive to our concerns.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Consuelo B.

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

Excellent place to stay

love the roominess, cleanliness, quietness and comfortableness while we were there
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Great stay

The house was clean and well-stocked. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kelli L.

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

Nice and relaxing

We enjoyed our stay. There wasn't a lot of time we stayed at our vrbo but the wide open floor plan was enjoyable. If there was any thing we did not care for is was only having 4 rolls of toilet paper for 5 days. The beds were comfortable and all the instructions were eastly to read. We all enjoyed staying there. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Paul B.

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

Roomy and convenient

Very roomy inside with a nice outside patio. Convenient location for UCDavis, Sacromento, and airport.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn D.

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

Cozy and quiet home!

Awesome stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Char G.

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

Open & airy!

Cute back deck area. Fruit trees. Large open rooms. Works best with single folks, as two bedrooms only have single beds. Large dining table makes business meetings efficient.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra J.

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

Perfect location in Davis

House was clean, location was great. It was just right for 2 adults and 2 children.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Very nice neighborhood, close to stores & restaurants, super easy to find, lots of room in house.

We found the house to be easy to find, very secure, nice private yard, well-equipped kitchen, good internet, tons of room in house. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keir K., Santa Clarita

It's always nice to stay here!

The location is very convenient. The house is well appointed and clean. We will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Angie B., Holland

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

Perfect spot to visit Davis

This was a great VRBO! I loved the open concept and it was a great place for my family to stay. The location was easy on and off from the highway. I would come back to this place in a heartbeat
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine W.

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

Super Cute Place near UC Davis

This house is well stocked for kitchen items, towels, and outside seating. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Ellen B.

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

Large clean home great location.

Valerie left great instructions and was very responsive
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Pamela G.

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

Very nice and convenient location

The large, open concept home is located in a nice, quiet neighborhood. It is close to shopping, restaurants, and the highway, and was a great location for visiting family in Woodland. The house was clean, has lots of room, a fully stocked kitchen, and the furniture is comfortable, but the furniture and decor are quite dated. The back yard is quite nice, and furnished with a table and chairs and a grill. We found the bed in the master to be fairly comfortable, but the linens were quite worn, and the pillows were flat and did not smell clean. For us, the house was a mostly positive experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mavis M.

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

Perfect for small gathering

Stayed in Davis for just a couple nights with my mom, brother and sisters. The location was perfect! Clean, organized and very comfortable for our stay. The owner was great about communication. The kitchen was well stocked with all we needed. I would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelo G., Chile

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

A superb place

Beautiful large house, very well located. Nice backyard and everything you need to enjoy life with your family. Perfect neighborhood - beautiful, quiet and with many nature trails to explore. Close (by bike or car) to shops and the highway. The host's help and guidance is also greatly appreciated. We are going to miss the two months we spent here with our family!
Stayed 54 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sallie P.

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

Very nice

Clean good communication nice quiet neighborhood easy access to Universty
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lenora W., Kansas City Missouri

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

Wonderful location very responsive owner. Would highly recommend

Lock box is hard to open if you have long fingernails.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

maite g.

Clean & Spacious

The property was very spacious and spotless with a perfect layout for privacy as we were 2 couples. The neighborhood is quiet and central to UC Davis. The mattresses were old and uncomfortable and the towels smelled moldy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris H., San Diego, CA

Wonderful, quiet home!

We were very pleased with this VRBO experience. The house was located in a very quiet neighborhood in Davis, but close to all amenities. (Added bonus - my favorite Davis restaurant, the first Dos Coyotes, was within easy biking distance!) The property was clean, well-maintained, well-stocked, and suited our needs (two adults with a toddler) perfectly! I was also particularly happy with the ease with which we communicated with the owner via email. She was very responsive to all my emailed questions/concerns, and always responded to my queries within 24 hours. We will definitely plan to stay here again during our future trips to Davis!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ed F.

Great hideaway close to UC Davis

Family members from multiple states were coming to town for our daughter's graduation from UC Davis and Valerie's home was a wonderful option to multiple hotel rooms. The house is approximately two miles from the edge of campus. and very close to Highway 113. The house was spacious and the kitchen contained all necessary utensils There is a very nice greenbelt for walking, just a few blocks away. Given the heat wave of last week, I am very happy to report that the A/C was cold and powerful. We feel foolish to have repeatedly paid for hotels over the past four years, when this home was available. Thank you Valerie.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

toni e., San Francisco,ca

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

Close to Student Apartments

House was all on one floor which was great for my mother who is 80 with multiple knee surgeries. I rented the house for the purpose of moving my kids back to UC Davis and that was accomplished. There was a giant fig tree in the front of the house that had some wonderful ripe fruit on it. We were only there for 2 nights so a short stay. The beds are very uncomfortable so plan on sleeping on the couch. The towels are worn and there aren’t any extras. If you spill anything, you will have to use whatever you can find. There a musty scent to everything…. My family called it mildew so bring your own towels. It’s a great walking neighborhood. Lots of easy trails. That’s why I gave it 3 stars…. Location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Richard B.

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

Needs updating

We really wanted to like this house because of its great location to where our daughter is at UC Davis and its open floor plan but we won’t be renting again. The house is very dated and just the musty smell alone is enough for us not to go back. I purchased several candles but it didn’t do the trick. Pros- good location, open floor plan, stocked kitchen and nice backyard. Cons- musty smell, felt like staying in an older persons home that hasn’t cleaned out anything in a long time, very old bed spread and curtains, adult folding bedside commode sitting out right by the master shower (we finally had to move it in the closet), some door handles that were so old barely worked and a used not clean kids training potty in the cabinet under the bathroom sink. We arrived to the BBQ grill cover torn and barely on the grill that was disgustingly dirty on the outside and inside. We sent pictures to Valerie right away so she knew we arrived to it that way and she was very apologetic when she responded. She sent us a 4 page list of rules/requests a few days before our stay which seemed excessive. Overall we really wanted to like the place because we visit our daughter every 4-6 weeks but after we left we all agreed that the place wasn’t for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cathy K.

Perfect Home Away from Home

My husband and I rented this house for a week while visiting family and sightseeing. We had my mom and aunt traveling with us and the house was perfect for the four of us. The house is set up with the master bedroom on one side of the living area and two bedrooms on the other side. The two bedrooms are at each end of a hallway with a bathroom and laundry room in between. This arrangment gave each of us plenty of privacy. The neighborhood is lovely and quiet, very convenient to downtown and other amenities, and the greenbelt is accessible at the end of the street. The living area is larger than it looks in the pictures, comfortably furnished, and we had plenty of room to spread out. The backyard is lovely and the master bedroom has a private enclosed patio as well. The kitchen is fully equipped and has a large island with plenty of space for preparing food. Valerie was wonderful to work with, very responsive, and made sure we had everything we needed. We loved our stay here and would definitely return. We recommend the Farmer's Market, the arboretum on the UC-Davis campus, the Artery (artists coop downtown), and the following restaurants: Seasons, Burgers and Brew, and Cafe Bernardo for breakfast.

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Hosted by Valerie Garforth

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