In this historic Craftsman bungalow, discover a tranquil retreat in the heart of downtown. Unwind in the large courtyard area under string lights or by the warmth of a fire pit. Inside, find comfort with original hardwood floors and granite countertops.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cozy Downtown Cottage
Welcome home. You will fall in love with the look and charm of this historic completely remodeled Craftsman bungalow house and the complete privacy that only a single family home can offer. Just a short walking distance to wonderful downtown restaurants, we offer a large courtyard area to relax in, complete with string lights, bbq and fire pit to help entertain our guests. On the inside, the home has been completely remodeled with original hardwood floors, granite counter tops, all new appliances including washer/dryer and air conditioning throughout the home. You will find everything you need to feel right at home with Wi-Fi, TV, coffee bar, a fully equipped kitchen and incredibly comfortable beds Your home away from home will have the little luxuries that make travel easier. Our guests will appreciate a private driveway for two vehicles and free street parking, without meters, directly in front of the house. A perfect home for travelers, families and traveling professionals to enjoy its charm.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
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)
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Please do not set the air lower then 73°.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Merced is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Merced National Wildlife Refuge and McNamara Park, while Merced County Courthouse Museum and Castle Air Museum are cultural highlights. Merced County Fairgrounds and Stephen Leonard Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Merced travel guide
Situated in Merced, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Poker Flats Casino and Regal Hollywood - Merced. Merced County Fairgrounds and Merced County Courthouse Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). Merced Station is 18 minutes by foot.
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Cozy Downtown Cottage Reviews
Reviews
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.
I rarely use Vbro for stay's and I’m glad that I did at this time not only was this host extremely accommodating and kind. The home was absolutely beautiful in a prime location great amenities if I had to rate this Home it’s absolutely a 10 out of 10. Thank you for allowing me and my family to stay here.
Rosemary L.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily
3 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay, the beds were comfy and the rooms were clean. There was a cute chonky orange cat that hung around the backyard that sunbathed during our stay. The bathroom was nice and tidy and they provided a good selection of tea & coffee. A very nice house that was small and homey
Amazing host, answered all questions in a timely manner. had no issue contacting him. Place was fantastic, clean, plenty of amenities and toiletries. Would absolutely recommend and consider for a future visit!
This cozy cottage was perfect for my family and I. We arrived, entered the code, chose our rooms, unpacked, loaded the refrigerator with our snacks, changed and headed out the door to meet with family. The beds were so comfortable that we snoozed our alarms to sleep in a bit more!We entered our information for the TV apps which kept the kids entertained while we got things done for our family festivities.
Overall, our stay was great. The owners have gone to great extents to upgrade this cute old house. We pondered what it must have looked like back in the day it was built. We liked the historical artwork hanging. We were traveling with our two little kids. One slept in a pack-n-play that we brought, the other in a twin bed. I slept in the other twin bed, while my husband enjoyed the queen to himself. It was a good size for us. We didn't spend all that much time at the house, as we were visiting family and attending a funeral. The house rules are simple and Morgan kept in great communication with us.
I'll disclose an experience we had that is no fault of the owners, and could not have been predicted... We arrived after dark. As we were navigating to the house, we turned onto the final street to find two cops had pulled over a car and were about to search it. We were distracted by the comotion and missed the driveway just two houses down. Not the best first impression. BUT we were happy to find the driveway was gated and survelanced, with off-street parking. We have stayed in California enough times to know not to leave anything unattended or unlocked. My husband goes as far as to pull a specific fuse in the car, so it can't be stolen. We felt safe at this house.
The cottage was very clean and had everything we needed. The hosts were very attentive. We had a minor issue that was addressed immediately when we reported it. The cottage is walking distance to restaurants and the bus/train stations if you’re connecting by public transportation. This is a great home base for anyone visiting Yosemite. Overall a great stay.