Rosebud Retreat Cottage In Historic Plaza Midwood Walkable to EVERYTHING

Featured at the top of the list in Axios Charlotte's Feb. 2026 Best short-term stays in Charlotte! We have been longtime hosts on another famous platform and are happy to be on VRBO!
Nestled on what we consider the most beautiful, wooded corner in the heart of historic Plaza Midwood, this delightful, romantic and fully appointed 1-bedroom cottage offers a cozy, romantic and welcoming retreat for guests. The Rosebud has it all.
Walk 2 blocks to the end of our street where you'll findthe best local eateries & shops Midwood has to offer yet bask in the tranquility of the covered porch and string light garden. Live like a local in Stevie's Cottage, bohemian, surprisingly spacious little oasis filled with light, amazing ambiance and hat tips to our favorite show. Best wishes, warmest regards.

We lovingly refer to this historic guesthouse retreat as Stevie's Cottage in honor of our beloved Stevie Budd (we imagine that David, Alexis, Moira and Johnny live in the Rosebud Bungalow in the front lot)- it was formerly an artist's cottage and it's an inviting space complete with a king sized bed, full kitchen, dining area, office area, TV and living room area and more! Note: blackout curtains have been added since this photoshoot. Record player with vintage vinyl added and new vintage style outdoor chairs!

Fun fact: the Red Bungalow on the adjacent property (which we also own) was used as the setting for an upcoming MTV show (filmed in January 2022) - lodge like a rockstar!
The artist's tradition continues as you'll find the design/decor throughout curated with a bohemian/vintage meets modern amenities flair.

Completely fenced in and private, you'll walk the brick path through our string lit garden to the little front porch of the cottage. Hang on the Adirondack chairs night or day and enjoy the peace. You'll walk into the kitchen/dining area where you'll find a fully equipped kitchen, water filter in the fridge to refill your water bottles, coffee maker and all the cooking utensils.
There's a desk by the window to work or study. Next you'll find the office we've converted into a second bedroom with a Double/full sized Futon. Fluffy bedding included in the closet in the office.
Here in our space you'll find mid century furniture and lighting, vintage rugs and art on the walls and lots of love in the details.
The Bedroom and Living room area has a vaulted ceiling, ceiling fans, lots of lighting and French doors that open out onto the stone patio. Listen to rain fall or enjoy the evening sunset with the windows and/or doors wide open. Added in 2025: a fire pit in the backyard available for your use!
King sized bed with plenty of extra blankets/quilts and a Mid Century gliding/rocking chair to take in a movie or read by the window.
You'll find two heating/air wall units with remotes in both main areas - they are brand new and heat/cool super fast.
Lots of storage in the bathroom and a big cabinet to set all the goodies. plenty of towel rack/hooks for everyone and a glass bifold door on the shower. Shampoo/soap provided.
Should you need to do some laundry we have a new washer and dryer in the closets off the bathroom.
The house on the corner in matching red paint is also available for rent was the main house for this artists' cottage, known as the Rosebud Retreat Bungalow (but completely separate). If you have a large group considering taking both places over. We have a fence dividing the back yard garden so you can feel the privacy of having your own separate entrance, parking and yard.
You'll find little hidden odes to our favorite show, Schitt's Creek throughout the space (which will hopefully continue snowballing over time) as we named the place after the Rosebud Motel.
You might find some sketch paper and colored pencils to doodle in the kitchen cabinet- and there are ample linens, a coffee maker and all that you could possibly need for your stay available!

Guest access
parking is free and is marked in front of the wooden fence facing the cottage just for you! Use the gate with the ROSEBUD GUEST HOUSE ENTRANCE sign to enter the courtyard.
You'll walk a brick pathway to the front door where you'll find a keypad to enter.

Other things to note
This is a cozy, historic cottage. It's clean and in walking distance to a buzzing, vibrant, hip strip of restaurants and shops yet it's still quiet. It is an urban neighborhood and not the suburbs. The homes are close and although fenced in, you'll hear folks talk as they walk or bike by, dogs barking in neighboring yards or walking by, etc.
With the help of interior designer and co-owner, we've laid out the space in a way that maximizes your comfort and creates a relaxing vibe. It's just one floor and easily accessible so no stairs to climb while lugging your bags. The second bed is a futon- better than an open-out sofa, in our opinion. The main bed is a plush King bed and we think you'll rest well here! Lots of cables for charging all the devices. I am a seasoned super host on another platform so you'll find me accommodating and attentive and I live just a few blocks away but will not meet you in person unless needed.
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