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Charming Cottage by the Lake - Family & Pet Friendly - Fort Grounds Neighborhood

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and Hot tub

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Marina
Children’s area
In the heart of downtown Coeur d'Alene, Charming Cottage offers a serene retreat. Unwind by the water feature, explore colorful gardens, or stroll to Lake Coeur d'Alene's beaches and parks. The charming 1930's ambiance blends with modern appliances for a unique getaway.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Cottage by the Lake - Family & Pet Friendly - Fort Grounds Neighborhood

This perfectly restored and flawlessly maintained 1930's Retro Cottage is your ticket to a stay in the highly sought after Fort Grounds neighborhood of downtown Coeur d'Alene.
Our Charming Cottage is the perfect refuge to whisk your troubles away. The sounds of a flowing water feature, colorful gardens, were all lovingly created to inspire the essence of family and home. This is a place where you might find joy and happiness. We hope our Charming Cottage can provide enjoyment to those in need and strength for those who envision a more peaceful existence during their stay in Coeur d'Alene.
The Charming Cottages neighborhood (Fort Grounds) is rich in history and is a dedicated National Historical District. It is located just a few minutes walk from Lake Coeur d,Alene (beaches and parks) and the downtown CDA Resort, shopping, art galleries, restaurants, bar and grills and vibrant nightlife.
The house has been restored and has all modern appliances yet has kept its 1930's ambiance and roots. From the quaint front room to the three bedrooms and spacious and well apportioned kitchen to the nice deck and water feature it offers a quiet get away from all the business of the downtown commercial appeal, yet only a short walk away. Rent kayaks and canoes at the beach, have fun at the parks or hop on CDA's extensive bicycling and running trail just minutes walk from the front door.
A short drive to the east and you are in the renowned Silver valley, a few miles north and you will arrive at Silverwood Theme Park and a little farther you will be a Schweitzer ski area.
Whether your stay is a few days or a week this is your best location to see it all.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Pets, any damage will be the owners responsibility. Must be well behaved (clarify with me) if you have questions. There is a $20 per night pet fee.
You are in a family friendly neighborhood, be respectful of neighbors, follow parking rules, keep noise and dog barking (if you brought one) down.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Note from host: We are pet friendly to friendly pets, $20 / night

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
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, a first aid kit 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

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
Coeur d'Alene, ID

What's nearby

  • North Idaho College - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake Coeur d'Alene - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Independence Point - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Coeur d'Alene Convention and Visitor Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • McEuen Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Spokane, WA (SFF-Felts Field) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Seasons of Coeur d'Alene - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Revival Tea Company Cda - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Capone's Pub & Grill - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage by the Lake - Family & Pet Friendly - Fort Grounds Neighborhood pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Charming Cottage by the Lake - Family & Pet Friendly - Fort Grounds Neighborhood?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage by the Lake - Family & Pet Friendly - Fort Grounds Neighborhood?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage by the Lake - Family & Pet Friendly - Fort Grounds Neighborhood?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage by the Lake - Family & Pet Friendly - Fort Grounds Neighborhood located?

This family-friendly Coeur d'Alene holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of North Idaho College and Lake Coeur d'Alene. Coeur d'Alene Carousel and North Idaho Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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Charming Cottage by the Lake - Family & Pet Friendly - Fort Grounds Neighborhood Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 140 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Russell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Wonderful location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is amazing. Super cute on the inside, with an easy lay out. The kitchen is completely functional. The location is nearly perfect, 3 blocks from the lake. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Leslie A.

We had another fun-filled weekend at Glen’s wonderful VRBO in CDA! We always enjoy being able to walk to the lake and explore the area with our dogs! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorielle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Great house in a great location. Walking distance to lake, parks and Downtown. All the amenities plus more! Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Location and Property

Awesome rental. Perfect for a large family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing weekend in Cdl

The property is super clean and attractive. The location is fantastic: a beautiful area with much to love in a walkable distance. Would book it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most well stocked rental

Most well stocked rental i have ever stayed at. I highly recommend to anyone staying in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shalynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay again!!!

Property owner communicated well, my kids and their friends had a great time. Love the house. We will be back in a month to stay again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Trayce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quiet and cozy

Great location to walking trails. Close to the lake, Spokane river and Cedars floating restaurant. The use of the hot tub was nice after a cold, windy walk along the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was a magical Xmas weekend

The house was decorated for Xmas inside and outside. Perfect for my grandson to Journey to the North Pole.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage by the lake

Lovely cottage with plenty of space and early 20th century details. The house is about a mile walk along the lakeshore from downtown but is sited in a very quiet residential neighborhood. Street parking permits are included for two cars, the kitchen was well stocked and the entire house was very clean. My friends and I look forward to staying here again the next time we are in CDA.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely getaway!

This is a great get away place! The hot tub was fabulous!!! Very clean and quaint, close to the lake and the college and not far from the main city either. We don't live too far away but really needed a get away without the kids and grandkids to unwind and decompress! This home made for a super getaway and we will be back soon hopefully!!! Glen and Mary have done a great job with this property! Hope to stay again real soon :)

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect CDA Weekend

We are very familiar with CDA so we knew that this is house would be a great location. We walked downtown each day(10-15min) and walked the dog on the trail along the river in the mornings. House was very clean! I could tell deep cleaning had been done. Kitchen was well stocked. Bed was comfy. Nice little back yard with one of the better hot tubs we’ve had at a vacation rental.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute place and within walking distance to the CDA downtown core. The house was clean and exactly as the listing described. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation to Couer d’ Alene

This property was everything as described and more .Very cozy , exceptional clean small cottage in a wonderfully quiet neighborhood. They provided all the extras you would not travel with as far as day to day living .We definitely hope we can come back to this location!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

This place was so perfect. The location is so amazing, and the house had everything we needed. Walk to the lake or downtown, plenty of room, laundry, and a beautiful backyard and hot tub. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage in a beautiful neighborhood

We stayed 3 nights with our adult children and had a wonderful time. The house was well situated for family dinners and games, beds were very comfortable, outside area lovely. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great day!

This was a great place for us as a family and with our two-year-old golden retriever. The fenced in backyard was secure. The house was clean. It is an older home but well kept. We loved the charm and will be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and welcoming!

Such a nice place to stay. Quiet, clean, had everything we needed. The owner was very friendly and kind. Really liked the calming and peaceful backyard. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little property!

Great spot in Coeur D'Alene - super quiet, clean, had everything we needed. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Christmas cottage

We enjoyed our stay over Christmas. Communication was wonderful, check in was a breeze and we were so excited to find a Christmas tree and decorations. We enjoyed a very quiet holiday with walks to the lake, books by the fireplace, puzzles and cozy naps in the extremely comfortable beds! If we ever have a need for another stay in CDA we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. Charming old home with everything you could ever need.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and convenient

Very cute house with a lot of charm! Close enough to down town to walk. House and host were great! Only parking is on the road and only 2 parking passes provided, so that should be accounted for. Everything else about the stay was fantastic! Would book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shyla L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful little cottage!

This little cottage was super clean, well stocked with everything that you might need. The hot tub was clean and the salt water was perfectly balanced. The cottage is perfectly located near downtown, bars , restaurants, shopping and if course blocks from the beach! We have family in North Idaho and definitely will be renting again!downtown,the cottage is
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoy CDA

We had another great stay at Glen’s Vrbo! The home is an easy, quick walk to the lake and Sherman Avenue. The neighborhood is just great and it is fun to walk around and see all of the unique homes. The fenced back yard is top notch if you are traveling with a four-legged friend. Fall is a fantastic time to visit CDA as there are beautiful leaves everywhere. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024