Downtown Retreat in Restored Historic Cottage with Off-Street Parking

Missoula, Montana
$234 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
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Bed

Bath 1

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Sleep 4

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Night 2 nights

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Welcome to your Downtown Private Retreat. Since 2017, we have hosted guests in our one-of-a-kind cottage accommodation. The 1930s stucco home is truly centrally located and entirely restored with plenty of character, inside and out.

Explore the riverfront downtown and surrounding hills on foot or set off on day-trips in any direction. Driveway parking is included. Let us know if you want to reserve that for your stay.

There is a comfortable queen bed in a separate bedroom, spacious bathroom with stall shower, and a living room with twin Chinese lounge beds that have 5 high density foam cushions, a dining worktable with 4 chairs, 2 Mid-Century style chairs, and various storage areas. Internet is available, and 32 TV (with Netflix only), central air-conditioning or heating with a thermostat in the hallway (we need to make a switch between the two though). You will find an unusual assortment of antique furnishings from around the world and an amazing meditation room.

The tiny kitchen space has a refrigerator freezer, 2-burner induction cook-top, deluxe 5-in-1 wall oven, an 18” wide dishwasher, and cabinetry. The appliances have important instruction guides ......OR plan your retreat from the kitchen too!

Only steps out the door, there are many surprisingly diverse dining and entertainment options: coffee shops, restaurants, trails, and other local gems. Visit the international award-winning 2022 Public Library of the Year, an excellent resource with spectacular panoramic views. Grocery stores and laundromat are also nearby. University of Montana and St. Patrick Hospital are both within walking distance. Highway access and airport are not far.

Guests have private access and use of the main floor space via the steps or concrete ramp in the photos and plan layout. The entry door keypad code is changed after each guest. And there is an additional privacy lock, once you are in for the evening.

Whether you are here for the first time or a regular to Missoula, please feel free to call on us and we'll do our best to answer your questions and concerns. This could be just the place to stay for a while – rest, work, be inspired, have fun... whatever is on your horizon.

If you do come, PLEASE respect, and take care of this special place while you are here, so that everyone who crosses the threshold can enjoy and appreciate it too.

And visit us at China Woods for more about treasures from Southeast Asia - and Montana. We'd love to chat and hear your stories!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 800 Sq Ft (74 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center On The River
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Robert

    Submitted Oct 11, 2021

    Stayed Oct 8, 2021

    Close to lots of places Including stadium.

  • Submitted Jun 28, 2021

    Stayed Jun 24, 2021

    The flowers outside were beautiful as well as the interesting fabrics and art work on the inside. Had everything we needed while exploring Missoula and environs!

  • Charlotte S.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2025

    Stayed Oct 8, 2025

    Best host and communication. Close to everything. Have stayed here at least 4 times and one of our favs. Will always come back!

  • Joanne L.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 20, 2025

    Location location location. We walked into town every day and went to restaurants and events. We took the dog to the nearby dog park and she swam in the Clark Fork River everyday. What a clever idea for the door code. We loved the decorations in the house. And you know how sheets sometimes don't smell just right? Well that was NOT the case at this place. The sheets were so soft and smells great. Even the soap in the bathroom smelled great. We would definitely come back. Thanks to David for the heads up about the football game.

  • Bryan F.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    Went to Missoula for UMontana sports event. House was great. Great bed, bathroom and location.

  • Valerie T.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2025

    Stayed Aug 6, 2025

    Clean intriguingly decorated and very convenient to fowntown

  • Charlotte S.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Aug 14, 2025

    Love this home! Owners are great at communication!

  • Suzanne J.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 16, 2025

    This house worked well for us for a wedding weekend in Missoula! It's very clean and an efficient use of space. The decor is colorful and interesting!

  • Brent F.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    My wife and I wanted to check out Missoula. The decor is relaxing, meditative yoga style. The house is very clean and comfortable. It is an easy walk to downtown area. We would definitely stay there again.

  • Julie M.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    So comfortable and adorable!

  • Dade W.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    Absolutely fantastic stay! From the thematic and personalized decor to the detailed informational booklet, this propthad it all.

  • Kathrine M.

    Submitted May 19, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    Perfect location in Missoula. It’s an easy walk to downtown to restaurants/bars/venues/shopping. House was clean, had necessary amenities, and communication with host was easy.

  • Casey C.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    I enjoyed my stay. Very comfortable bed and living area. Tiny kitchen. Friendly owner lives above rental quarters. Excellent location, walkable to river and good restaurants. House faces busy street but you don’t hear traffic from bedroom.

  • Jill V.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    Our host communicated quickly and was thorough with information about the place. The house is adorable and tastefully decorated and most importantly, clean. I loved the location as it was close to the downtown and university area. I would definitely book again.

  • James G.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2024

    Stayed Aug 12, 2024

    This is an ideal VRBO. It is in the heart of Missoula. The Owner is very personable and she helped make us feel at home in her charming cottage.

  • Kyle M.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 24, 2024

    My friends and I had a wonderful time in Lynn's home. This place is walking discance to all the best restaurants and nightlife in town, and is also conveniently located in a perfect place to leave town for all your explanation needs. The home didn't turn into a hot box which is somewhat of an issue during the days which is nice. I would definitely return, this has been my favorite home in Missoula so far and I hope this review helps your decision because I would rebook in a heartbeat.

  • Karen M.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 21, 2024

    We had a great stay - the house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed, and we appreciated all the beautiful furniture and decor in the house. The location cannot be beat for attending an event at the stadium, or for walking to downtown shops and restaurants. The hosts were also very friendly, communicative, and helpful - they even arranged for us to be able to store our luggage for a few hours after check-out. I definitely recommend and would love to come back again to visit Missoula and stay at this place again!

  • Ryan P.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2024

    Stayed Aug 8, 2024

    Lovely space with an ideal location. Lots of nice touches added to the very Missoula vibe. Walked to anywhere I needed to, and was right off the highway. Perfect spot to spend my wedding weekend!

  • Vicky M.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2024

    Stayed Jul 19, 2024

    The Cottage worked out beautifully for our multi-generational family group. We were thankful to have a pack and play for use—it was a lifesaver. We were able to walk to the farmer’s market, the river path and area coffee spots. The Cottage is absolutely stunning and serene. We felt we were in a thoughtfully curated museum. We will be back!

  • Robert B.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    The tapestries from the far east are a near museum Great location, close to most of the important places to visit in Missoula

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