Title: ShiShi's Cottage--Walk to OSU Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # ShiShi's Cottage--Walk to OSU ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88660000/88657200/88657102/79ea1476.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88660000/88657200/88657102/b4261de0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88660000/88657200/88657102/481cc04c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88660000/88657200/88657102/d09bb4e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88660000/88657200/88657102/923b7999.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located near OSU, Shi Shi's Cottage is a peaceful retreat filled with art and historic charm. Unwind in the meditation and yoga room or stroll through the lovely garden, where Adirondack chairs await amidst lush trees and flowers. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### ShiShi's Cottage--Walk to OSU Relax in solitude or with family and friends at this peaceful cottage close to OSU, biking and nature trails. Filled with art, Shi Shi's Cottage is an historic home, recently restored with new appliances, furniture and bedding. Super comfy beds, a meditation and yoga room encourage, and lovely garden encourage renewal and connection. Smart Lock access. Walk or bike ride along the creek to Starker Park, to OSU, to the river, to downtown, or into the rolling hills. An intimate two story house that is filled with art, comfy chairs, and delicious bedding. The main floor includes the living and dining rooms, kitchen, full bath and two of three bedrooms. The Master bedroom offers a King-sized Tempurpedic bed, blackout shades, and the second bedroom has a single bed. Upstairs is a lovely light space with a Queen bed, a desk, half-bath, dedicated meditation and yoga room. All bedrooms view the garden. The kitchen offers a gas stove, convection oven, microwave oven, refrigerator and the quietest dishwasher you'll ever not hear. The garden is luscious with trees and flowers, Adirondack chairs and a fire basket. Bike and walking paths to Starker Park, Avery Park, OSU, downtown and all around. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Bicycles - Cycling nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 12:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights and lock the doors Start sheets and towels in washing machine Return temperature to 55 degrees Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please do not wear shoes in the house. Slippers! Do not attempt to build a fire inside the fireplace. It is too old and finicky, makes it smokey. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 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 ## About the area Located in Corvallis, this cottage is in a rural area. Epic Day Spa and 4 Spirits Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Peavy Arboretum & McDonald Forest and Osborn Aquatic Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Reser Stadium or Gill Coliseum. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. [Visit our Corvallis travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corvallis.dx6054606) [View more Cottages in Corvallis](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corvallis-Cottages.d6054606-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.55471,-123.28725&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_%7E%7DnGhpnoV%3FU%3FW%3FS%3FW%40S%40U%40U%40U%40UBU%40U%40UBSBUBUBSBUBUDSDSBSDUDSDSFSDSDQFSFSFQFSFSFQFQHQFQHQHQHOHQHOHOHQJMHQJMHOJMJMJMJOJMLKJMJKLMJILKJKLKLILILKLGLILGNILILELGNGLENGLENELCNENELCNANELANCNANANALAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40NBL%40NDN%40LBNDNDLBNDNDLFLDNFLFLDLHNHLFLHLFLJLHLHLJJJLJJJLJJJJLLJJLJNJLJLJLHNJLHPJLHPHNHNHPHNHPHPFPHPFPFPFRFRFPFRFRDPDRFRDRDRDTBRDRDTBRBTBRBTBTBR%40TBT%40T%40T%40T%40T%40T%40R%3FV%3FR%3FV%3FT%3FR%3FV%3FR%3FVATARAVARATATCTATCTCRCTCTCRCRETETCPETERERGRERERGRGRGPGRGPGPGPIPGPIRININIPINIPINKNINKNILKLKNKLKLKLMJKLKJMJKJMJKLMHMHMJMHMFMHMHOFMHMFMDOFMDMFODODMBOFOBMBOBOBM%40OBO%40O%40O%40M%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAOAOAOAOCMAOCOCMCOCOGMCOEMEOGMEOGMEMGMIOGMIMIMGMIMKMIMIKMMKKIMMKKKMMKKMKMKMKOKMIMKOIOKOIOIQIMISIOIOISGQIQGQGQGQGSGQGSGSESESGSESESEUCQEUESCUCSCUCUCSCUAUAUCUAUASAWASAU%3FW%3FS%3FW%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZAgRIU0FDppzcXTQT9TnCpNqRp0=) Corvallis, OR ### What's nearby - Oregon State University - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Reser Stadium - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - LaSells Stewart Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Majestic Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles - Willamette Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles ### Getting around - Albany Station - 19 min drive - Corvallis, OR (CVO-Corvallis Municipal) - 12 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive - ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬2 min drive - ‪Papa's Pizza Parlor - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬3 min drive - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is ShiShi's Cottage--Walk to OSU pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at ShiShi's Cottage--Walk to OSU? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at ShiShi's Cottage--Walk to OSU? > Checkout is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is ShiShi's Cottage--Walk to OSU located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Oregon State University and Cascade Head Trail. Reser Stadium and LaSells Stewart Center are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## ShiShi's Cottage--Walk to OSU Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 38 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### nancy n. 21 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy home Wonderful stay! Close to everything, comfy beds and a cozy, homey feel. Would stay here again! ##### nancy n. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacquelyn B. 16 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great VRBO This was a very lovely stay. Very roomy and comfortable and close to downtown. ##### Jacquelyn B. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### anissa w. 4 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 10/10 What a great little cottage! Great decor and amazing backyard! Close to campus and felt like home away from home. Will 100% try and stay here again! ##### anissa w. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra S. 6 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enchanting spacious retreat Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Lovely home away from home. ##### Sandra S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian K. 28 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Football weekend Location is good. Property clean. Great stay. ##### Brian K. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John W. 1 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Visiting OSU Cute, comfy, convenient location. Great place! I’d stay here again. ##### John W. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christie R. 2 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### charming house in good location We loved staying in this cottage and will do so again if we travel back to Corvallis. It has everything you need on beautiful grounds. ##### Christie R. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie B. 20 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay! Our second time staying at this lovely home. Clean and comfortable place to stay. Perfect for a visit to OSU and Corvallis. ##### Julie B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer G. 26 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Corvallis stay We had a lovely stay while visiting our daughter. The house was very comfortable, well stocked and had everything we needed. Hoping to stay again when we visit. ##### Jennifer G. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer G. 21 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend stay near OSU Great, comfortable stay while visiting our daughter at OSU. Very comfortable bed and a great kitchen that was well stocked. Close to campus for the football game. This was our 2nd stay and hope to visit again soon. ##### Jennifer G. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica P. 13 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Corvallis Property was beautiful and the perfect home for our family of 4 while visiting Oregon State. Love the kitchen was fully equipped and the home had a historic charm. ##### Jessica P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris B. 30 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming home This was a clean, well stocked and beautiful home. Lots of art and the personal notes about the history of the home from the owner made this stay interesting and super comfortable! ##### Chris B. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura R. 29 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home Very beautiful and comfortable home. Loved all of the artwork, beautiful backyard and great location. ##### Laura R. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philipp O. 19 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute cottage in a college town This cute but also very spacious cottage is in a lovely neighborhood at the south end of Corvallis. There are nice walking and biking trails in the area. ##### Philipp O. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan B. 7 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great House Close to OSU We were in town for a Football game. Easy walk to the stadium and campus. Very clean and quiet house. ##### Ryan B. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary P. 4 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Stay! Visiting my son at OSU, and the cottage was perfect! Very relaxing, quiet location. Loved watching all the birds visit the garden in the morning while getting ready. ##### Mary P. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claudette L. 13 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place to stay This property is close to biking/walking paths. Easy to get to downtown and the campus. House is well stocked with everything you might need. It is a lovely, well kept space. Host is very responsive. We really enjoyed our stay. ##### Claudette L. Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Odette d., SAMMAMISH 15 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good to be close to campus Loved being close to campus. We brought Thanksgiving to our son. The house was great. ##### Odette d. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger C. 12 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short OSU trip Great place to stay on our short trip to OSU! Cottage was very nicely decorated, super clean (and I’m a clean freak), laid out well for a small group and nicely eclectic. Host was wonderful, easy to communicate with. Thank you, we look forward to staying again on a future visit. ##### Roger C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marilyn B. 13 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### North Western adventure Shi shi cottage was a home away from home with everything we needed. Quiet and peaceful location but close to everything. A very restful place to use as a home base while we explored Corvallis. The use of the washer and dryer was very convenient. The cottage was warmand cosy with clean linen and comfortable beds. We would definitely stay again. ##### Marilyn B. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nate I. 23 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Close to Reser Stadium Was there for the Washington vs Oregon State football game and the location was just over a mile from the stadium which was ideal seeing Ubers were not cheap. Would stay again if I ever come back to Corvallis. ##### Nate I. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy P. 11 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Adorable place in Corvallis The Shi Shi cottage was perfect for our family of 4. Close to OSU and a perfect quant place to stay. The owner was fabulous about responding to communication and answer questions. We will likely be back! ##### Cathy P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David S. 27 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing and Clean Cozy house with garden on outskirts of town, near bike path. Very clean and well organized. ##### David S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul and Ginny A. 3 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Like a friend's home This is a unique, older but nicely updated cottage that's just minutes from OSU and downtown Corvallis. With its abundant personal decor, original art, etc., it feels as if you're in the home of a friend who has let you stay there while they're away. ##### Paul and Ginny A. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa R. 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Graduation Stay Booked this great little cottage for graduation and was delighted. Perfect size and everything you could need. Walking distance to campus. Wish we found this earlier! ##### Lisa R. 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