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Location! Historic Downtown~Cowls Bungalow & Carriage House, Fenced Dog-Friendly

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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McMinnville, OR
  • Linfield College
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wings and Waves Waterpark
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the area

McMinnville

A stay at this vacation home places you in the heart of McMinnville, within a 5-minute walk of Evergreen Aviation Museum and McMinnville Downtown Historic District. .This vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from City Park and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Wednesday Wines on 3rd St, McMinnville.
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What's nearby

  • McMinnville Downtown Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Evergreen Aviation Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Linfield College - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Wings and Waves Waterpark - 5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Two Dogs Taphouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Muchas Gracias Mexican Food - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪ForeLand Beer - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wild Wood Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Location! Historic Downtown~Cowls Bungalow & Carriage House, Fenced Dog-Friendly

Nestled in a charming neighborhood of historic homes, stroll two blocks to McMinnville's Famous Third Street ~ the mecca of Oregon Wine Country. Visit tasting rooms, dine in award-winning restaurants, and savor the moments sifting through local shops. Relax in a luxury 1910 craftsman home, recently restored to its turn-of-the-century charm with modern conveniences. Enjoy the peaceful setting on the front porch or BBQ in the back while dining in the Carriage House under the twinkle lights.

As you enter the Cowls Bungalow from the covered craftsman porch, you'll be greeted by the magnificent refinished hardwood floors, complemented by original wood trim and built-ins throughout the home. This 1,100 sq. ft home with high ceilings boasts a spacious open floor plan that seamlessly blends the living, dining, and kitchen, perfect for creating new memories. Meanwhile, the electric fireplace encased in a stone hearth adds a touch of warmth and ambiance.

The Bungalow has two private bedrooms with luxury bedding and pillows, separated by a hall bathroom. The primary bedroom has a king-sized bed with a small private bath and tile surround shower. The second bedroom is a queen-sized bed with ample closet space.

One of the highlights of this property is the fenced-in yard, providing a safe and private space for you and your furry friends. The historic carriage house offers a unique outdoor dining experience with a barbecue setup and charming twinkle lights, creating a perfect ambiance for al fresco meals.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoke outside only, please dispose

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: No cats, dogs 65 lbs & under & pick-up after them

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Cowls Bungalow Historic Downtown Spring Mid week $150
Cowls Bungalow Downtown Apr/may $110/night + See Discounts
Cowls Bungalow w/ Carriage House Downtown Mid wk Special Rates
Cowls Bungalow Walk Historic Downtown Mcminnville Mid week $165

Location! Historic Downtown~Cowls Bungalow & Carriage House, Fenced Dog-Friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable restored historic house right in downtown, so easy to walk everywhere: farmer's market, coffee, wine tasting, shopping and more! The neighborhood is also filled with lots of historic homes, really charming. The converted garage was really cute and a nice place to sit while having dinner, our dog loved the fenced in yard too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our 2nd time staying at Cowl's Bungalow. My husband and I traveled with my Dad this time. We love the large covered porch and that we can easily walk 2 blocks to the main street with shops, grocery and restaurants. The kitchen is well stocked with nice quality pans and fresh olive oil. Coffee beans/grinder are provided. We especially appreciated the AC given we were there on a 100 degree weekend. Would return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our second stay and we highly recommend! Only issue is lack of outlets in the master and no where to hang bath towels in the master bath.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B., Santa Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness

Cowls Cottage

We loved everything about this cozy cottage. The location to downtown is awesome and we loved spending time on the front porch.spendspending time on the front porch i
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend getaway

The Cowls bungalow was lovely. Comfortable, clean and well-appointed as well a perfectly located for walking along the 3rd Ave retail and restaurant row. Very dog-friendly property as well. Couldn’t have been better for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home, great neighborhood, well stocked, comfy beds and nice linens.

Great walking distance to downtown. Lovely home with nice back yard for outside entertaining. Comfortable bed and nice soft linens. Well stocked kitchen. Easy check-in and check-out. Host quick with communication and lots of local suggestions. Safe neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R., Ashland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

The location was just perfect for walking to restaurants and shops in downtown McMinnville. Yet quiet even sitting on the front porch. It was clean, comfortable and well appointed. Would highly recommend staying here during a visit to the Evergreen Museum and wineries.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wine tasting in McMinnville

The house was terrific, spotlessly clean, comfortable and just a few blocks from great restaurants, wine cellars and stores in downtown McMinnville. The kitchen appeared to be well supplied although we didn't use it because of all the fabulous restaurants close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location! Location! Location!

Great place to stay close to 3rd St in McMinnville. After a day of wine tasting we loved being able to walk to dinner and more tasting rooms. Unfortunately, the weather kept us from enjoying the outdoor space so we’ll have to come back and hope the weather cooperates. One thing to note is the very tiny and not so private bathroom in the primary bedroom, which I didn’t realize but wouldn’t keep us from returning. Also, only Folgers was provided for the coffee maker so you may want to bring your own. I do highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny L.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved it!

What a great home! We loved the layout, the decor, convenience to everything, and it was spotless! The home was walking distance to shops, restaurants and wine tastings. Communication with Anita was excellent and everything went so smoothly. This was an annual girls trip with my friend from Portland. We would go back in a heart beat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

Walk to twenty plus restaurants. Very cute house with everything you need.
Stayed 20 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Couples wine tasting getaway

Excellent location and exactly as pictured! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M., Washington, DC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Picture Perfect

This house was the absolute perfect home base for our visit to Oregon wine country. The house itself is beautifully appointed. Very comfortable, all the ammenities you could need, and well decorated. The bedrooms, living spaces, and outdoor spaces were all well-proportined and gave us ample room to strech out and enjoy our stay. The location was also terrific. Two short blocks from the main street in town that is lined with shops and restaurants. And only 15-20 minute drive to prime winery areas. We would enjoy our coffee and breakfast in the morning, walk our dog around the charming neighbourhood and then walk to a local place for a light lunch before heading out to the wineries. We would visit 2 or 3 and be home in time for a nap before dinner which again, we could walk to easily. A perfect getaway. Many thanks to our attentive and professional host. She could give a master course in designing, equipping and managing home rentals!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc W., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great bungalow in the Mac

This spot is great if you want an easy walk into town--literally a two minute walk to Third street. Our favorite spots were Harvest Fresh Grocery (great for food and wine selections, as well as premade meals), La Rambla, and the Cellar at Okta. It's a dog friendly house, which was perfect for us. Out pups were very happy to hang out in the fenced backyard, taking advantage of the cool floors in the carriage house. Super comfy beds, well-equipped kitchen, AC, and all the amenities you'd expect. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mini Vaca

The house and location were lovely! The back/side yard was perfect for my well mannered dogs! Hosts were accessible and helpful whenever we needed them. The town is amazing! McMinnville and OR are worth the visit!! Great wine Country!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jani S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super charming house

This is a great house in a fabulous location. Charming with nice furnishings. Walk to all the great restaurants and bars in McMinnville. The house is well equipped with everything you need. I will stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and Perfect location

The house was great and right in the middle of downtown McMinville.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Bungalow

We had a wonderful visit, the home is charming and comfortable with lovely beds and linens. The home is located close to the bustling downtown, easily walked to eateries and parks. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

CONNIE B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wine Country Weekend

Great property! Charming cottage that was in exceptional shape. Perfect location for walking to local restaurants and shops. It was also walking distance to the shuttle for the McMinnville Wine and Food Classic.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandee A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Trip

Property is great. Wonderful location. Came for a family wedding. Our kids live just down the block. Would definitely rent again. Great place to stay for a wonderful experience of this beautiful area
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous centrally located Craftsman Cottage

This home is even more beautiful than the photos expressed. Warm woodwork throughout, still with vintage built ins, spacious bedrooms for this era of home, a very comfortable king bed (and I am the princess and the pea picky), lots of thoughtful details including many hooks on the wall as you enter the front door, nicely appointed kitchen, and a mud/laundry as you enter in back for tidying yourself or wiping wet paws. We most certainly will look for the availability of this home again if we are invited back! Thank you to our hosts, and to their wonderful house cleaner who keeps it perfect. 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine J.

Liked: Cleanliness

McMinnville

Great to be close to downtown and able to walk to dinner. Lovely house
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Richie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Beautifully crafted old house in a perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pinot Noir Tasting Trip

Very nice home. Close to the downtown area. Nice neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023