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Gas log fire place with remote control for those chilly autumn and winter nights
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Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6134.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Prescott, AZ
  • Place, Yavapai County Courthouse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Whiskey Row
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Yavapai College
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Prescott, AZ (PRC-Prescott Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Family room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area

About this property

The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square

The Cottage is located in the historic residential area just 2 and a half short blocks from The Historic Downtown Courthouse Square. There is a tremendous array of activities at The Square and you are literally only a short 3 to 5 minute walk from The Square and the famous Whiskey Row.
Our premier property for rent near The Historic Downtown Square is The Cottage, which has over 1,550 square feet of living space with hardwood floors and travertine tile throughout. The Cottage has two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large family room, separate dining room, fully stocked kitchen, dining area with window seat and laundry room. The furniture is well appointed, and provides a romantic,cozy, cottage feel as if you were in Carmel or Monterey. In addition, we are dog friendly, so bring the pooch.

The master bedroom has a king sized bed with a large walk-in closet and nicely appointed sitting/reading area. The master has its own television. The second bedroom has a queen sized bed. The Cottage can easily accommodate 5 to 6 people.

The living room has a large Samsung 46 inch flat screen HDTV, HD cable hookup, Blu-Ray DVD that streams Netflix. In addition The Cottage has a high speed WiFi connection. The dining room can accommodate 6 or more for your bountiful Thanksgiving, Christmas or Easter dinner!!

The kitchen is fully stocked to the satisfaction of even the most discriminating Chef! The gas stove is nestled within a old brick hood, and guests can watch you prepare meals while seating in the kitchen nook or cozy window seat.

The best is left for last...the intimate secluded patio. One of our recent guests, refers to this patio as The Plaza (see our reviews). Escape through the back door to Paradise, and listen to the birds chirping and relax in the cool shaded patio. Read a book or just meditate.
So if you want to enjoy your stay in Prescott at virtually your home away from home, please come and stay at The Cottage.

Check out our other exceptional properties all within walking distance of downtown! The Terrace (VRBO # 423532) and The Townhouse (VRBO 1012557), which are our properties next door to The Cottage.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

Prescott

Nob Hill, a neighbourhood in Prescott, is home to this cottage. Antelope Hills Golf Course and Antelope Hills Golf Club - South Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Frontier Village Shopping Center and Prescott Gateway Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Prescott Rodeo Grounds or Prescott Valley Town Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Yavapai County Courthouse - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whiskey Row - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sharlot Hall Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Prescott College - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Yavapai College - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Prescott, AZ (PRC-Prescott Municipal) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palace Restaurant & Saloon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Waffle Iron - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Frozen Frannie's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fairweather Social Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Limoncello Pizzeria Napoletana - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square?

As of 4 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square on 16 November 2026 start from NZ$227, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Cottage-Near Downtown Historic Courthouse Square located?

Located in Nob Hill, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Yavapai County Courthouse, Whiskey Row and Smoki Museum. Sharlot Hall Museum and Prescott College are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Adorable cottage in an excellent location

Great walkability, clean, comfortable, and quiet premises, peaceful backyard, and donut adjacent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

Perfect location to downtown

Wonderful location with comfy beds and beautiful back patio to enjoy morning coffee or evening wine.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

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

Great Location!

We had a great weekend at The Cottage. It was the perfect location close to restaurants and shopping on the town square. Would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathleen n.

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

Beautiful place

Went to visit Prescott for a couple of days we rented this place. It was amazing. It has everything you ever wanted in a house. I think it was one of the best VRBO’s I rented. I will definitely go back here. You will not find a better place in Prescott.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2025
Kathleen Thank you for your kind words. Since The Cottage is very close to the Historic Courthouse downtown square and the backyard is quaint and shaded during the summer, The Cottage is virtually booked year round with long term renters of one to four months. So I am happy it was available for your stay, and we are very much looking forward to your future stays.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Cozy, Cute and Close to the Courthouse

This is the only place we would ever want to stay when spending time in Prescott. The townhouse is adorable, the location is spectacular, and the owner is wonderful to work with. We plan to keep coming back every year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Linda We love having you, as ALWAYS!!! Also, the unit is The Cottage, but The Townhouse is really great also, including just a couple of blocks from downtown!!! Looking forward to having you return in the near future. Larry
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Excellent location and very nice furnishings

Would definitely stay here again. All the main restaurants 1/4 - 1/2 mile walk. Beautiful neighborhood, nice patio. Larry the owner was super helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael m.

Always a great place to stay

This is the third year we rented from Larry and our stay has always been a great escape from the summer heat of southern Arizona. His assistant, Pauline does excellent work and we hired her mid-stay to clean the Cottage. Great location, pet-friendly, and close to downtown Prescott.
Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

historic house in historic Prescott

We enjoyed staying in an historic house that was updated. Very comfortable. We especially enjoyed the outside patio under the trees at all times of the day. Walking to the square was wonderful.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Robin I am glad enjoyed your stay. There is no doubt that the back yard on The Cottage is a fantastic place to chill out and relax. We hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz Y.

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

Wonderful Home

We loved our stay in Prescott! The house is so charming and clean! Larry was so wonderful to work with. Great communication and easy to check in and out. The location couldn't have been better. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 November 2020
Liz I am glad that you and your family enjoyed The Cottage and donwtown Prescott. Our current autumn weather has been fabulous. I look forward to your future visit, and keep in mind if The Cottage is reserved that there are two other units that could be available...The Townhouse and The Terrace. Have a fantastic Holiday Season with your family. Larry
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Great place

We had a great time at the cottage. The four of us were very comfortable in the beautiful house. Everything was in great shape and we were able to walk to the town square and whiskey row for dinner. The beautiful patio was enjoyed by all. We will come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

A Perfect Prescott AZ Hideaway!

Complete with all amenities...this lovely, bright, and airy 2 bedroom cottage was a perfect retreat during our recent visit to Prescott, Arizona. Larry Schmidt, the owner, was most gracious and accommodating. My husband and I highly recommend this property to anyone seeking the comforts of a charming home, in a quiet neighborhood, with close proximity to the old town of Prescott. If our travels bring us back to Prescott, we would stay here again in a heartbeat! Thank you, Larry for helping to make our Prescott visit a comfortable and happy one! Nancy and Ken
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Great Place to Stay!

The Cottage is just as nice as the pictures show. The home is spotless, the beds are comfortable, the patio is expansive (we spent a lot of time there), and the kitchen is well appointed. Larry was great to work with and his suggestions of Bin 239 and Rosa's Pizzeria were great, and we especially enjoyed the evening specials at Rosa's (it is so close, we walked there). My wife and I truly appreciated that Larry allowed us to bring along our little miniature schnauzer--she loved the patio too! Goldwater, Lynx and Watson lakes are an easy drive so we visited each and especially enjoyed hiking the trail around Lynx and picnicking at Goldwater Lake. We would recommend this home to others and would definitely stay at The Cottage again.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
David & Shelley Thanks for the kind words. The large rear Cottage patio is very peaceful and relaxing, and it is a consistent positive comment from my renters. Prescott is becoming well known for its hiking and biking trails, particularly the trails at Watson, Willow, Lynx and Goldwater Lakes as you noted, which are a short drive from The Cottage. One of my favorite restaurants as well, is Bin 239. Their wine Sangria is fantastic. Hopefully you will become a repeat renter at The Cottage, and next time try eating at El Gato Azul. This is also a big favorite of mine with their Spanish Tapas menu and unusual main courses. Hope to see you. Sincerely, Larry
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sherri E.

A Great Place To Stay

Recently, while house hunting in Prescott, we wanted to stay close to the downtown area. The Cottage was the perfect choice - charming, comfortable, and it provided everything we needed to enjoy a week in Prescott. The outdoor patio was a great place to sit and relax after days of looking at homes! The evenings were cool (April) so watching movies and the gas fireplace made us feel right at home. Reservations were a breeze and we spoke personally with Larry Schmidt, the owner. His representative met us at The Cottage and showed us where everything was located and answered all of our questions. A very positive experience and we offer our unqualified recommendation – a great place to stay when in Prescott.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Sheri Thanks for the kind words. I hope your house hunting went well. I just read in yesterday's (June 8th) USA Today newspaper that Prescott is the number 3 most desirable U.S. city for retirees and semi-retirees to relocate to. So you better come back and finalize on a house before the onslaught of transferees occurs in Prescott!! Many of the renters that I get in the winter and early spring are from out of state, and in particular the Midwest, trying out Prescott's mild winter and spring weather. Prescott has a true 4 seasons, and each season is mild, so that you can enjoy the tremendous amount of outdoor activities (hiking, biking, kayaking, etc...). You two are welcome back anytime, and I hope you ultimately decide to become Prescottonians in the near future. Sincerely Larry
Archival

10/10 Excellent

SANDY P.

Clean & Charming

Larry, This is such a charming home . The home is tastefully decorated with a unique charm. So clean and spacious with so much pantry & drawer space. I so appreciated the lighting system all around the house . Loved the side patio off the living room. Very private and secure for your pets. I can attest that my dog Marley enjoyed this house too. Enjoyed all the many walks around the historic neighborhood and the town square is just a few minutes walk. Goldwater and Lynx Lakes are just an easy 5 minute drive. Great place to hike and fish. Would return again and for a longer stay. We didn't want to leave. Thanks, Sandy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jami A.

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

Excellent location and beautiful property - dog friendly

We decided to do a last minute getaway to Prescott to enjoy the holiday celebrations - which are fantastic! This property has the ideal location that is close to center of town but still gives you a great historic neighborhood feel. The home has plenty of room and provides all the comfort of home. We took our pup so the patio was extremely convenient. Larry was a pleasure to work with. Definitely our go-to for all future trips to Prescott!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay L.

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

Charming property with great location!

We loved staying here! It was very clean, inviting, spacious and walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

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

Great place

Awesome rental. Walk to everything. Lovely fireplace. Super cozy
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari M.

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

Fantastic Cottage in Prescott!

This cottage is absolutely beautiful and quaint! Very close to all the action. I LOVED the garden tub and the water was hotter than my own at home! Great communication with property owner. I would 100% rent again!! Without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Perfect

We enjoyed this perfect location and how clean and comfortable it was. Really enjoyed the patio also !!! Can’t wait to go back !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

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

More Than We Expected

Great home. Great location. Great experience! We are already booked to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Charming cottage - great for long weekend or more

Very charming cottage on a quiet street in historic neighborhood, near downtown / Whiskey row. Very comfortable accommodations, great back patio for small-group entertaining, modern amenities. Easy check-in / check-out and very attentive owner made for a relaxing weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry C.

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

Prescott Adventure

Just as advertised - Larry is a class act - nice property
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

Teresa from California

Our stay here was very nice! Although there were only 3 of us, we had planned on possibly 5 , the house was very cozy and comfortable! It had everything we needed and then-some! I would definitely stay here again! It's pretty quiet, clean, the patio is great, we made dinner one night and had everything we needed! Thank you Larry- We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Perfect in every way.

I cannot praise this house enough. It is spacious, sparkling clean, and beautifully appointed. The location is a five minute walk to the charming downtown and excellent restaurants. But the best thing about the house was the wonderful patio. Our extended family, in town for the ERAU graduation, came over for a barbecue, and the beautiful landscaping and ample outdoor seating made the afternoon and evening a delight. Everyone commented on how lovely the house was. An award plaque for best historical restoration was well deserved. If you are coming to Prescott, this is the place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Feels like home!

Everything was perfect in our stay at the cottage. Lovely, well stocked and spacious kitchen. Great master closet, roomy bathroom, open floor plan, outstanding location. Fabulous pation with tons of seating. The cottage was a huge contributor to a perfect Prescott visit. We will definately be back. Thank you Larry!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

About the host

Hosted by Larry Schmidt

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Larry Schmidt, owner of the Terrace, Townhouse, and Cottage, welcomes you to his VRBO units. Larry is still working for a company out of Minnesota and travels extensively. He enjoys golf, hiking, and traveling. Larry feels Prescott represents the charm of the West with midwestern values which is illustrated by the community centric Historic Square.

Why they chose this property

When The Cottage became available for purchase in the spring of 2012, I jumped at the opportunity to purchase this unique and fantastic property. I had watched this property over the prior years, and always felt that its street appeal and exceptional location were perfect for travelers exploring all that Prescott and The Historic Downtown Square has to to offer. In addition as a result of The Great Recession, our 401K like many others became a '201K'!!! I have made substantial improvements to the outside patio ('The Plaza') resulting in a fabulous venue, especially for long term guests for one or more months.

This property has been a labor of love, but it is now a shining jewel nestled in the residential historic district. All day long people stroll around the block with their dogs admiring the array of historic and eclectic homes, and The Cottage is a significant part of the area.

What makes this property unique

This property is like a private home which is very close to all of the activities of the Historic downtown square, yet nestled in a quiet well kept neighborhood.
The street appeal of the Dutch Bungalow architecture is charming.

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