Step into the Cowls Bungalow, a restored 1910 craftsman home in Oregon Wine Country. Enjoy the peaceful setting on the front porch, BBQ in the back yard or dine under twinkle lights in the Carriage House.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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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.
Historic 1910 Bungalow & Carriage House • Dog Friendly • 1 Block to Wine & Dine
Stay in a beautifully restored 1910 bungalow with a charming carriage house that transforms into a covered open-air entertaining space, in the heart of McMinnville Wine Country. Just one block from top wine tasting rooms, chef-driven dining, boutique shops, art galleries, and festivals. This walkable retreat blends historic character with modern comfort. Enjoy original details, a cozy dog-friendly fenced yard, and inviting indoor-outdoor spaces—perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.
The home offers excellent privacy for couples, families, or friends traveling together. The private primary suite offers a king bed and a beautifully designed compact ensuite bath. In a unique historic touch, original French doors from the home were converted into a sliding barn-style door, paired with a fully tiled bath and updated fixtures. At the opposite end of the home, a spacious 2nd bedroom features a queen bed, with an adjacent full bathroom that also serves as the home's main bathroom. Just off to the kitchen is the laundry room with a full-size washer and dryer, which adds extra convenience for longer stays.
Outdoor living is where this property truly shines. Enjoy the classic covered front porch with comfortable lounge chairs—perfect for sipping coffee and watching the neighborhood stroll by. Out back, open the historic roller door, and the carriage house transforms into a covered open-air entertaining space that flows directly into the fully fenced yard. With ceiling string lights, a rustic wood slab table on wine barrels, bistro chairs, and the BBQ placed right at the entrance, it’s the perfect spot to gather with your pups, enjoy umbrella shade during the day, or the heat lamp, and twinkle lights in the evening.
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Morning Coffee: Enjoy locally roasted whole bean coffee from Table Top Roasters in Yamhill. In the kitchen, there will be a drip coffee maker, coffee grinder, creamer, and sugar.
Fully Stocked Kitchen: Open the cabinets and drawers, and you'll find everything you need to whip up a quick meal or cook and bake your favorite holiday meals. The kitchen is also supplied with a spice rack, olive oil, vinegar, BBQ utensils, a meat thermometer, hot-pads, kitchen towels, and extra paper towels.
1910 Carriage House & Connected Outdoor Space: The historic 1910 Carriage House has been beautifully restored into a covered outdoor gathering and dining space, with a charming original 1910 roller that opens the entire side of the Carriage House to the fully fenced outdoor space. The BBQ sits right at the doorway for easy indoor/outdoor entertaining, connecting to outdoor seating, a sun umbrella, lounge chairs, outdoor heating, and twinkle lights.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
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
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Things to do
Pickleball
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
No smoking & No Parties
Quiet Hours: 10 pm to 8 am
Pets: Accept dogs only (no cats), 2 max, 65 lb & under, no aggressive breeds
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
About the area
Located in McMinnville, this holiday home is in the city centre and near a water park. Willamette Mission State Park and City Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wednesday Wines on 3rd St, McMinnville and Accessory Appeal. Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum and Wings and Waves Waterpark are also worth visiting. Visit our McMinnville travel guide
Is Historic 1910 Bungalow & Carriage House • Dog Friendly • 1 Block to Wine & Dine pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Historic 1910 Bungalow & Carriage House • Dog Friendly • 1 Block to Wine & Dine?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic 1910 Bungalow & Carriage House • Dog Friendly • 1 Block to Wine & Dine?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic 1910 Bungalow & Carriage House • Dog Friendly • 1 Block to Wine & Dine?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Historic 1910 Bungalow & Carriage House • Dog Friendly • 1 Block to Wine & Dine located?
Located in the heart of McMinnville, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of McMinnville Downtown Historic District, Wednesday Wines on 3rd St, McMinnville and City Park. Accessory Appeal and R Stuart & Co. are also within 10 minutes.
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Historic 1910 Bungalow & Carriage House • Dog Friendly • 1 Block to Wine & Dine Reviews
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Although we did use the kitchen other than for morning coffee and tea, the house was clean, comfortable and the proximity to downtown McMinnville was a bonus.
Location was amazing. Close to everything downtown. House was well kept and very quiet. Nice that toiletries were available. Free grown coffee was an extra touch. Will look for availability at this location the next time we come to town.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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
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.
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
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!!
I wish I could move this charming house East and live in it!
My husband, daughter, son-in-law and I spent a wonderful 3 days in McMinnville, enjoying wineries and eateries, and friendliness of the town. The house was clean, well-appointed, and very comfortable for the four of us. We would stay here again if we get back to the Willamette Valley!
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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. 🙏
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!