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Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF!

Vacation home near Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland

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Exterior
Smart TV, books
Shower, hair dryer, towels, shampoo
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ashland, OR
  • Place, Lithia Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Allen Elizabethan Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Oregon Shakespeare Festival
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Medford, OR (MFR-Rogue Valley Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ashland

In Ashland .Your stay at this Ashland vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Oregon Shakespeare Festival and Ashland Creek. Lithia Park and Allen Elizabethan Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Lithia Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Allen Elizabethan Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Angus Bowmer Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Oregon Shakespeare Festival - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Oregon Cabaret Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rogue Valley Intl. Airport (MFR) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Local 31 Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Martolli's Hand Tossed Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mix Sweet Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Case Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Skout Taphouse & Provisions - ‬6 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.

Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF!

Helman House ~ Old Ashland Charm, Short Walk to the Plaza

★HOME OVERVIEW★
One and a half blocks away from Main St. on a quiet, tree-lined street you’ll find old-Ashland charm in the Helman House. Convenient to the many theaters—including the world-renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival—boutique shops, award winning wineries, and restaurants Ashland is famous for, The Helman House is a home away from home for visitors eager to experience all Southern Oregon has to offer.

★SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS★

We can sleep 6 total!

Front House Bedroom 1: King Bed, ensuite bathroom with walk in shower
Front House Bedroom 2: 2 Queen beds. This bedroom is up a narrow staircase and has no door.
Front House Living Room: Queen fold out couch
There is another full bathroom with bathtub off of the kitchen

★LIVING AREA★
Relax on our sofa and stream your favorite shows on our Smart TV (Roku). Enjoy access to Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, and Apple TV by simply entering your password.

★KITCHEN★
The kitchen is perfect for simple meal prep when you need a night in. You'll find all your basics to get breakfast, lunch or dinner on the table. Enjoy a 2-in-1 coffee maker with both Keurig and drip options.

★BATHROOMS★
There are 2 full bathrooms total; one newly renovated with a bathtub/ shower combo and the other with a full sized shower. Towels, shampoo, conditioner and body wash are provided.

★LAUNDRY ROOM★
There is a full sized washer and dryer in the bathroom off the kitchen

★PARKING★
There is 1 off street parking space reserved for you behind the house as well as ample street parking.

★FRONTYARD★
Enjoy a cup of coffee on our Adirondack chairs while people watching or a quick bite on our table for 4 on the front porch.

★RESTAURANTS & BARS★
The best of the best on the Ashland Plaza is a 6 minute walk away!

★HEATING & AC★
The house has a central heat and AC.

There are 2 cottages in the back of the property available for rent separately, perfect for a multi-party getaway.

For safety, there is a ring doorbell at the front door. It is active 24/7. Video and sound recording is motion activated. The home is also equipped with a decibel monitoring sensor located inside and outside of the home. It is 100% privacy compliant and is required on this property. Tampering with or disabling the ring doorbell and noise monitoring sensor will immediately cancel the reservation.

There is a pet fee of $150 (up to 2 pets)

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
- You will be asked to sign a rental agreement.
- The minimum age to rent is 21
- No smoking
- Garden maintenance occurs on Fridays. Our team ensures the garden remains in excellent condition for your enjoyment.

Pet Policy Reminder
We love welcoming well-behaved pets to our property! To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, we kindly ask that all pets be kept on a leash when outdoors and not left unattended in shared areas.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!


Cancellation Policy: 50% refund up until 60 days prior to arrival. No refund if cancelled within 60 days.

Early Check-In / Late Check-Out Options:
- We may be able to accommodate an early check-in starting at 1:30 PM or a late check-out until 1:30 PM for an additional fee of $120.00, subject to availability and scheduling.
- To help us coordinate with our cleaning and operations teams, requests must be made at least 1 day in advance and are not guaranteed until confirmed by management.
- For guests needing significantly earlier arrivals or later departures, we recommend booking the previous or following night to ensure uninterrupted access to the property.
- Unapproved late checkouts will incur an additional charge of $300.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Guests are required to sign a rental agreement
Security deposit required
Minimum age to rent is 21 years old, No smoking allowed

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 14005217

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF! to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.2 mi (23-min drive) away from the Rogue Valley Intl. Airport (MFR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Ko-Kwel Casino Resort Medford (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF! to downtown Ashland?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Ashland.

Downtown Ashland House - Walk to Plaza and OSF! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

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

Great stay

Perfect location; cute house - enjoyed our stay very much !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable house & coveniently located a short walk to downtown Ashland's Main Street restaurants, shops & Oregon Shakespeare Festival theaters.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house, fit our family of 6 comfortably. Perfect location!! Easy walk to the theaters and lots of grat places to eat. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes! The host was incredible! She answered any questions almost immediately! The historical house itself was the standout. Right at edge of Ashland downtown, walkable. Plenty of sleeping & private areas. Cooking and very cute kitchen nook were fun. It was a BDay weekend for my sis & niece & we enjoyed!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kara V.

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

Great spot!

We really like this place….. we’ve stayed before & hope to stay again….
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice A.

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

Loving Ashland on Helman Street

Our stay at Helman House in Ashland was perfect. The house was lovely and comfortable, with enough space for everyone to sleep, eat, cook, play cards, and watch TV--when we were not out and about in Ashland! Will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

teresa b.

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

Lovely Stay

Everything about this place was lovely. Great location for walking into town. Super clean, super comfortable beds and bedding, and even a bidet in one of the bathrooms. A nicely stocked kitchen with everything you need to cook. Don’t look any further and you won’t be sorry.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kacee V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described. Communication with host was very responsive. Great little spot to stay when going through town. Thank you for sharing the home.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gavin M.

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

Close to everything

Very short walk to trails for running/hiking and all the restaurants and shops that are in the center of town. Cute home, no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teriece B.

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

Great location!

You can’t beat the location! And the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

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

Sweet locale!

We traveled up to Ashland for the Shakespeare festival for our first time with family and absolutely loved this sweet house beautifully located within walking distance of downtown. It was clean and quiet and perfect for our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Just Perfect

We stayed for a week and it met all our needs. We loved the location, the beds were comfortable, the house was very clean and we felt safe. Thanks for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Best Location and Super Cute Home

Great little house. Stayed comfortable during big heatwave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Comfy and plenty of room

In town for an SOU graduation. Our family fit nicely in the house. Beds were comfortable. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Ashland Cottage

We enjoyed our stay in this sweet cottage near downtown Ashland and the Shakespeare Festival. It was clean, comfortable, and well appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Comforts of home

We loved the Helman house. It had all the comforts of home. The location allowed us to walk to all our favorite places in Ashland. The security and getting in and out was so easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun S.

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

Beautiful cozy spot with a great location

We loved this place and would book again! We never had to drive the car after we parked as downtown and the theaters are a quick walk
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron A.

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

Great trip!

As expected from the listing. Worked well for us, no issues and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Great location. Amenities

Small but functional kitchen. Comfortable beds. Good for 2 couples
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael L.

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

Great Location

What a great place to stay in Ashland- the location is ideal-you can park the car off street and walk to restaurants, the food Coop and of, course the theatres! The kitchen is adequately supplied, bedrooms and baths nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

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

Perfect

Very clean and comfortable in a nice neighborhood. Hope to return another time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

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

Wonderful!

This is the type of house I someday wish to own as a vacation home!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, clean and friendly owners

Stayed here for Thanksgiving. Home is located walking distance to everything Ashland! We had a little snafu checking in but the owner was immediately available to fix the problem. Would definitely stay here on our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

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

My Book Club's Retreat

Very comfortable, and we were thrilled with how close it was to all of our favorite shops and theaters. We were able to walk everywhere. Hope to stay again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024