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Historic "Verna" in downtown Corvallis near OSU campus

Holiday home with kitchen, steps from Oregon State University

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Charming historic home in a shady, quiet neighborhood
Offstreet parking with a level II EV charging outlet (bring your adapter)
Bright and breezy front porch for conversation or relaxing
Warm living room with gas fireplace on the north wall
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6109.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Corvallis, OR
  • Place, Oregon State University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Majestic Theatre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Reser Stadium
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Eugene, OR (EUG)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Historic "Verna" in downtown Corvallis near OSU campus

The charming craftsman-style Verna J. Smith home is perfectly located in a shaded historic neighborhood nestled between the OSU campus and downtown Corvallis. This 1175-s.f. craftsman-style cottage was built in 1918 and has been lovingly cared for and maintained over the years. It boasts three bedrooms, one-and-a-half bathrooms, a full kitchen, dining room, washer and dryer, and cozy living room with a television and gas fireplace. The large outside deck is perfect for lounging and visiting with friends. Verna will charm you with her timeless beauty and will give you a captivating look into days long past.

This home does feature a ring doorbell and a second camera monitoring the back yard for added security.

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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
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 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

About the area

Corvallis

Located in Corvallis, this holiday home is in the city centre. Epic Day Spa and 4 Spirits Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Marys River Natural Area and Herbert Open Space. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Gill Coliseum or Reser Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Corvallis, OR

What's nearby

  • Oregon State University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Benton County Courthouse - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Majestic Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Corvallis Farmers' Market - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Reser Stadium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Albany Station - 18 min drive
  • Corvallis, OR (CVO-Corvallis Municipal) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Local Boyz Hawaiian Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Rockita - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Block 15 Restaurant & Brewery - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic "Verna" in downtown Corvallis near OSU campus pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic "Verna" in downtown Corvallis near OSU campus?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic "Verna" in downtown Corvallis near OSU campus?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Historic "Verna" in downtown Corvallis near OSU campus located?

Located in the heart of Corvallis, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Oregon State University and The Arts Center. Benton County Courthouse and Epic Day Spa are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Debbie was amazing and we had a most wonderful stay at the historic Verna House!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willow W.

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

Wonderful place to stay!

We loved Verna!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

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

Great location- walk every where

Nice, quaint home is an awesome location to walk every where…walk to campus, downtown and to Reser stadium.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

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

Verna

Great place that was everything advertised. Deb the property manager was very easy to work. Would stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Third time is a charm!

We are regulars now and enjoy the historic charm of the Verna House.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

victoria f.

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

Enjoyable stay

Traveled to Corvallis to visit my uncle with my parents. We enjoyed our stay at Verna. Communication was excellent when dealing with a minor issue. Beautiful neighborhood. Well kept home- felt like home not a rental. Plenty of space for the 3 of us. Would love to stay again on my next visit to Corvallis.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric D., Boulder City, Nevada

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

Loved our stay...Again!

This was our second time staying in this amazing property, and everything was just as perfect as last time. Couldn't ask for a better property and location. Will definitely be returning. Thanks you again for sharing your amazing house.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

KAREN Z.

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

One of my best ever VRBO stays

What a wonderful property! Location was ideal. furnishings were adorable and just as shown in photos. Kitchen was well stocked. Debi was very attentive and easy to work with! Will definitely stay again. Thanks so much for sharing your lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B.

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

The Verna is magical and will make you feel warm and fuzzy!

Dear VRBO community, This house is a dream home that I wish were mine! We spent a lot of time by the fireplace in the living room. The amount of windows and therefore light coming into each room is wonderful! The location in Corvallis is blocks from Oregon State and a delightful neighborhood to wander around in. We were in heaven and I will recommend to everyone I know to stay at the Verna home!! Best regards, Jodi
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

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

A Visit With Granddaughter

We traveled to Corvallis to see our granddaughter who is at OSU. Your Verna was such a lovely older home and very clean and well kept! We only had 5 days but we enjoyed it so much! Corvallis is a beautiful city. We went to the farmers market by the river on our last day and had a good time. We also drove to the coast two different days. We went whale Watching ( didn’t see any which was disappointing ) Then on another day we went to an aquarium in Newport. The aquarium was my favorite 😊 Overall was a very good visit! Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzi P.

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

Lovely home for a special weekend

This beautiful home was the perfect home base for us to stay (3 g’s) during OSU grad week/end celebrations. Everything is lovely and the kitchen is very well stocked for a family who enjoys cooking together. The front porch and backyard were great spaces to enjoy our downtime between events. We took advantage of the opportunity with all the family together and hired the photographer who shot our daughter’s cap and gown session to come to the house for a family session in the backyard which was perfect! We’re so proud of our girl but we’re sad to pull away from Corvallis. Definitely leaving a lot of heart in that town. Thank you for sharing your lovely home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

Perfect home in a great location!

I booked this home for myself and a couple of girlfriends so we could visit with my daughter at OSU. The location was perfect. I had ankle surgery so I can’t walk too far, but we were just a couple of blocks away from downtown. I had no problem. Safeway was also really close by. The house itself was also just beautiful. It’s an old home, but clearly well kept. Beds were very comfy, and kitchen was well-stocked. We especially loved the gas fireplace since it was a stormy weekend. Would love to return to this home in warmer weather so we can enjoy the seating on the front porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shani I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such an adorable rental in a beautiful spot close to campus!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verna is located in a great location; within walking distance of both campus and downtown and it's easy to/from the main thoroughfares. Comfortable beds, super cute and cozy. Thank you for the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house - so much character. I loved sitting on the front porch! The beds were very comfortable and the check in process and communication was excellent. Very clean as well. Will stay there again next year when my daughter is at OSU gymnastic camp.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verna is such a gem and so conveniently located. From the property we were only about a 10 minute walk to Goss Stadium for baseball and downtown for restaurants, shopping and the farmers' market. The house is cozy and full of charm. And sitting on the front porch of the quiet, tree lined street was heavenly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Wonderful home in beautiful Corvallis!

The home was in a beautiful and convenient area -- close enough to easily walk to downtown or to campus or the library. It has a lovely, comfortable, shaded front porch, with seating for maybe 5-6 people. Inside, the home is beautiful! The description was accurate!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Perfect spot

My family of 5 had a great stay at this historic house! It was in the perfect location to walk and explore downtown Corvallis and as a central hub to go out to the beach or hiking spots. The house feels larger than the pics suggest too. I really loved the architecture/style. All in all, a great option and somewhere I would return to without hesitation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael E.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The home itself is lovely, it’s clear a lot of thought and charm went into designing the space, and we really appreciated that.However, it unfortunately didn’t appear to have been cleaned before our arrival. There was a noticeable amount of dog hair and human hair throughout the floors, and the bedding in the front room had visible hair and didn’t feel fresh. There was also leftover food in both the fridge and cupboards.One of the main reasons we chose this property was because it wasn’t listed as pet-friendly, and we have animal allergies in our family. It was pretty clear a pet had recently been in the home, which made the stay more difficult for us.We really believe this could be a great place with just a bit more attention to cleanliness between guests. Thanks again for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn P.

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

OSU Weekend

We came to visit our son who is at OSU, meet some of his friends, and go to some baseball games. It was great to be able to cook breakfast on Easter for our son and a few friends. The location was perfect. We walked to campus and to downtown for dining. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

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

Mom and dad

We loved your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

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

Wonderful!!

Beautifully maintained craftsman vintage home in walkable quiet neighborhood. Very welcoming and comfortable. Lovely furnishings. Property manager is attentive and friendly. Will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Willow W.

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

Verna

This is a great house with a great location near OSU!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney S.

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

Darling house!

Loved this adorable house. Great location, loved reading the history of the home and everything was smooth.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

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

Excellent

Great home great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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