Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center | House in Boise

9.8 (76 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  7 Guests
Depot Bench House | Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center

3 Bedroom House in Depot Bench, Boise

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.

Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center is located in Depot Bench. Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center provides accommodation, featuring TV, Bedding/Linens, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This House features TV, Bedding/Linens, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Writer's Cottage by Historic Depot, BSU, Downtown & Morrison Center has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 7 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Depot Bench has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Depot Bench, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water park
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • DVD player
General
  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)
  • English
  • In the city center
  • Near a zoo
  • Near a hospital
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Playground
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Fenced yard
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties;maximum event attendees: 20
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

John H.
Sep 29, 2025 07:05:34 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: No issues with the rental.
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