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The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown

Vacation home near North Dakota State University in Fargo

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Smart TV
Private kitchen
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 64951 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Fargo, ND
  • Place, Island Park Pool
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Plains Art Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Fargo Civic Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fargo, ND (FAR-Hector Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fargo

Hawthorne stay.Your stay at this Hawthorne vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Prairie St. John's and Island Park Pool. Plains Art Museum and Lindenwood Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Island Park Pool - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Plains Art Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fargo Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Fargo Civic Center - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Blue Wolf Casino - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Fargo Station - 6 min drive
  • Hector Intl. Airport (FAR) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fryn' Pan - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Duffy's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mexican Village - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tailgators Sports Cafe - ‬18 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.

The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown

Nestled in the historic downtown area of Fargo, The Ugly Duckling is the perfect place for someone looking to see the older side of Fargo. As you walk into the home, the unique feel of this 3 bedroom 2 bathroom house will shine through. Dont let the age of the home fool you. Inside you will find everything you need to be cozy. The name says it all, The Ugly Duckling is old on the outside, but the inside is fresh and clean.
During your stay, there are just a few rules that we ask that you follow. See below:

- No parties - Please be respectful of the neighbors and maintain a quiet period of 10:00pm - 7:00am
- No Smoking - There is no smoking of any kind permitted on the property
- No Pets - Unless authorized by the host, there shall be no pets in the house

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • Unit size: 4,951 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

During your stay, there are just a few rules that we ask that you follow. See below:

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 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. 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 is also known as

215698

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown to the airport?

This vacation home is 4.8 mi (11-min drive) away from the Hector Intl. Airport (FAR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown?

As of May 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown on Jun 23, 2026 start from $265, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Blue Wolf Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown to downtown Fargo?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from Fargo.

The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We did have to buy a potato masher and peeler and the kitchen could use some other bowls/pans for cooking
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
I would have given a 5/5 overall but it was a little cold in the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Warren H.

We had trouble getting the code to work once we figured out what it was. It does not look like we were the first one to have problems as the door had been repaired before our stay. The beds were good and it was clean. There is no questions of the outside of the house and that is not by accident. I think the place is a work in progress. I wish you the best. Hank
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Ugly Duckling was a wonderful home away from home. Clean, comfortable, easy rules. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything inside was clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was perfect for what we needed - close to Fargo Dome, Airport, restaurants, etc. as we were at a wrestling event most of the days. Beds were comfortable and air conditioning was needed during the hot nights. Only thing need to fix was front door (need to pull to lock/unlock), and first level bathroom door as it gets stuck when trying to close, but not a big deal.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sonja, Edina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easily findable, with easy access to downtown and surrounding areas. Lots of parking. Clean and thoughtfully stocked. It’s an older house, and quirky, but if you don’t mind that it’s a good place to stay. Wouldn’t recommend for people who have trouble with steeper stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and Tidy

Great house, lots of room to move about. Bonus with lots of plug ins with various usb/usc outlets. Appreciate the owners quick response to fixing the heat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable and everything we needed

We stayed the weekend with a group of friends (3 couples total). The house was clean and comfortable, it was well stocked with everything we needed. Beds were comfortable, the kitchen had all the necessities, the bathrooms were even stocked with toiletries for those of us that forgot some items. Will definitely return when we plan another stay in Fargo.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sara B., Velva, ND

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering

Property was as described. Had all the amenities needed. Used the games they provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stau

Excellent property and host
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great visit

Were in town for a family wedding. Loved that all three groups to be in the same house to increase time to visit. House was adorable and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mercedes S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Little House

The house was as advertised. We stayed for 3 nights. The beds were comfortable. There were a few window AC units. The downstairs bedroom does not have AC, and got very hot at night when we needed to close the door. The coffee bar has a keurig coffee maker, and the kitchen was mostly stocked. There were a few missing items/amenities that I wish I had asked about beforehand, such as a kettle for tea, mixing bowl(s) for salad/batter/popcorn, a whisk. All other kitchen utensils we needed were there. When we arrived we couldn't find enough towels for all the guests, but the host was quick to respond, and tell us where to find extra. Over all was a nice place to stay for the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and Cozy

The host was very accommodating and responsive. The house is really nice inside and was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Zak C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice inside, convenient location

Nice house and fit our needs well. Older home that has been renovated on the inside. Outside is still dated (hence the "Ugly Duckling"). Owner was responsive to messages. Only downside was that the street in front of the house was closed due to construction, so we did not have access to the driveway for parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

It was a very quick stay. We arrived late and checked out very early. We didn't utilized the kitchen area at all, but from what I can tell it is very well stocked. Everything was neat, clean and tidy. The beds were comfy and there was a lot of extra bedding, if we were cold at night. Eli was very forth coming with information about road construction and alternate parking. He was very helpful in sorting our confusion as to where to park. He answered our questions very quickly. Overall it was a nice stay, just wished our time there was a little longer. We were there less than 12 hours.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

April C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

We loved this clean, cozy house. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend in Fargo

House was nice and close to things we wanted to go to. Well stocked kitchen and baths- clean and cozy place with nice tv. Front door little hard to lock/unlock, bath in lower level shower needs some attention as not hot and bathroom door needs fixing so will shut. It would be nice to add some Fargo tourist information and instructions for TV
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024