The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg

The Valley Wine Cottage - Your Wine Country Home - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Cozy living room to unwind after a day of wine tasting - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Living room with honor bar - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Fully appointed kitchen with antique fixtures but fully modernized - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Marble sink and butcher block counters - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Real antique gas stove that has been fully modernized - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Of course we have varietal-correct Riedel stemware - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
The 1920's stove has been refurbished - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Ready for entertaining - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
The breakfast nook - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
The Green room with 2 comfy robes - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
The green room with Laura Ashley 1000 thread-count sheets - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
The room is light and bright with two windows looking over the English garden - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
The blue room (also with 2 comfy robes) - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Laura Ashley comforter and 1000 thread count sheets - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Two fluffy robes and slippers in the blue room - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Take a long soak in the original (restored) claw foot tub (bath salts provided) - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Tub and shower combo also with "British Telephone" hand nozzle - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Lots of fluffy towels - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Large capacity washer and dryer in laundry room - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Our authentic gas lamp welcomes you home from a day of wine tasting and world class dining - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
The mailbox matches the house! - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Dappled Fall light - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Enjoy morning coffee on your private front porch (or a glass of wine)! - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Our Indian Summers mean you can sit on the porch through October - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Old-fashioned dutch door leads to private deck. - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Peak out the dutch door to your own private, fenced backyard with dining furniture, lounging set, hammock and bocce ball court. Backs up to green space. - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Dine al fresco on your own back deck - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Barbecue on your own back deck - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Multiple seating areas around the property. - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Two-person hammock in the shade for whiling away the afternoon with a good book - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
This could be your view from the hammock - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Lounge in the backyard - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Backyard couch area - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Welcome to your Wine Country home! - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
We are walking distance to so many things! - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
6 blocks to Valley Wine Merchants - the most comprehensive wine store in the Willamette Valley - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
3 blocks to Hoover-Minthorn Historical Museum Home Tour (home of former president Herbert Hoover) - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
6 blocks to the historic Cameo Theatre, showing first run movies - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
6 blocks to The Painted Lady - voted Oregon's Best Restaurant! - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
Waiting for sundown at the 99W Drive-In movie theater, just 5 minutes away - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
We can't wait to welcome you to your best vacation ever! - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
We provide masks, hand sanitizer and Lysol wipes for your use during your stay with us. - The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg
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The Valley Wine Cottage - Historic Luxury - Newberg

Historic Luxury Cottage in the Willamette Valley Wine Region “The Valley Wine Cottage”
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bathrooms · Vacation Home · Entire place · 650 Sqft
  1. Vacation Home Rental
  2. United States
  3. Oregon
  4. Newberg
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Registration ID: 82-4729153
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A cozy cottage in the heart of Oregon wine country. Walk to restaurants and tasting rooms and then relax on your own front porch or private back deck.



The cottage has two bedrooms, both with Christopher Knight (tm) queen-sized beds for a great night's sleep and you can rent it as a one or two bedroom. Although we're walkable to many attractions, our street is tranquil and you'll enjoy sitting in a porch rocker with a glass of wine (in our varietal-correct Riedel glasses), or relaxing in the hammock.



COVID-19 INFORMATION: The Valley Wine Cottage is ready for you to shelter in a beautiful place! We do a complete cleaning and sanitize all surfaces between guests, including door knobs, light switches, etc. We have a 24-hour window between each guest as well. Due to Covid-19 almost all of the upscale restaurants in our area will deliver world class meals to the cottage or you can pick them up and enjoy them in the dining area inside the house or on the back deck. Newberg is also in Phase II so you may dine out if you prefer (many restaurants - which you can walk to - have outdoor seating, too!). We also provide a full kitchen for cooking, barbecue outside, etc. We provide masks, hand sanitizer and Lysol wipes for your stay.



Historic cottage built in 1920 with period-correct furnishings but with all of the comforts of a modern home. Fully appointed kitchen, laundry and outdoor spaces make this the ideal place to call home for a long weekend or extended trip. We provide all linens, fluffy towels and two luxurious robes in each bedroom. We also provide all toiletries including disposable razors, shaving cream, contact solution, toothbrushes, shampoo and conditioner, body wash, sumptuous body lotion, etc. (Just in case you forget anything).



The house was fully renovated in 2017 with brand new central heat and air conditioning and a new large capacity water heater (for luxurious soaks in the restored clawfoot tub!) as well as completely new plumbing pipes throughout and electric wiring to support all your gadgets. You'll just feel like you stepped back in time, but you'll have all of the comforts of today (including lightening fast Fios Wi-Fi).

Sleeping Configuration

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The Green Bedroom
1 queen bed
The front bedroom is light and bright with two windows that overlook the front flower garden (equipped with blackout curtains so you can sleep in).
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Blue Bedroom
1 queen bed
The blue bedroom is at the back of the house overlooking the backyard with two windows equipped with blackout curtains (so you can sleep in).
Bathroom
When you enter the bathroom you'll feel like you stepped back in time with the old fashioned claw-foot tub with shower and the raised tank toilet.
Kitchen
The kitchen has all of the cooking utensils you could possibly need, including the old-fashioned 1920's gas stove. There is also a breakfast nook which seats 4 comfortably.
Living Room
The living room has comfortable seating for 4 and a flat screen TV with all of the streaming channels. Books and games are also provided.

What this place offers

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Reviews (179)

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Based on 181 reviews

Suzanne
Suzanne
Jan 2025
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Michelle is a wonderful host. She was very accommodating and helpful with whatever questions we had, and so friendly. We were in the process of moving and this cottage was a great place to work from, for our search for a new home. The cottage is very cozy and comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking utensils. The cottage location is very walkable to restaurants and some shops.
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Carol
Carol
Oct 2024
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We loved staying here! So many thoughtful amenities and recommendations, which made it such a comfortable stay. Would definitely stay here again.
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Terrance
Terrance
Oct 2024
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Great place. Great stay.
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Kristin
Kristin
Oct 2024
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Cute house and super close to the main old town of Newberg. Nice beds and sweet breakfast nook. All good!
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Kris
Kris
Oct 2024
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What a wonderful cottage! Everything was just as we had hoped and more. All the little touches that made the cottage our home were amazing. The kitchen is fabulous with everything we needed to grill and enjoy the beautiful surrounding. Michelle was so attentive to us. We couldn’t recommend this spot more.
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Laura
Laura
Sep 2024
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Cottage was adorable, clean, perfect location to our activities! Host was very quick responding questions and provided all the info we needed for easy check-in and check-out.
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Tanya
Tanya
Sep 2024
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The accommodations met our needs and the place was very clean. Michelle provided clear instruction and was very responsive.
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Elaine
Elaine
Sep 2024
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Michelle’s attention to detail, not only to the big stuff, but down to the small details was exceptional. Beds very comfortable. Kitchen had everything you needed. The old stove, was daunting, but very easy to use. We felt right at home and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
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Amy
Amy
Sep 2024
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***BEWARE*** Michelle’s rules and fees regarding her À la cart pricing for bedrooms is a real issue. There is a keypad lock for the front door and like a prison dormitory, both bedrooms also have key pad locks. If you book the entire house, you really don’t. You have to pay extra for the second bedroom, so make sure you read very carefully before booking. **AC does not cool the house adequately.** I live in Louisiana with the heat and humidity to vacation in Oregon at a residence that does not have adequate AC, fans, ceiling fans or circulation. Location is lovely. Washer and drawer is lovely. Kitchen is lovely. Bathroom has a ceiling leak that needs painting. Living room furniture is just tired. 2 different sofas that do not match with other tables that do not go with the other furnishings. Think of grandma’s house with the leftovers. Lastly, make sure you read every single line of her pages and pages and pages of detailed notes - even the clipboard for check-in/checkout.
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Response:Wow! Amy really HATED the Valley Wine Cottage! Somehow, at some point between the five-star review from the guest who left the day before she arrived, and the five-star review from the guest who checked in the day after she departed, the Valley Wine Cottage entered the third circle of hell! 😊 Let’s try to unpack what happened: 1. The Thermostat: This house DOES NOT have a SMART thermostat. We have zero control over what temperature each guest choses to set the temperature at. Both our check-in instructions message, sent 24 hours before arrival, and our welcome message, sent a little bit after check-in time, have this sentence: “The clipboard on the desk in the living room has our house manual, which has all sorts of fascinating information like how to control the heat and a/c …” There is also a placard on top of the thermostat with complete instructions how to use the thermostat. Also the messages the night before check-in and an hour after check-in also give my cell phone number to each guest and say “please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.” I honestly don’t know what else we could have done to educate Amy about how to control the temperature. It was working fine and Amy was welcome to set it at whatever temperature she wanted to and failed to do so. (She complained because on a 92 degree day the house was 74 degrees – which is exactly what SHE set the thermostat at). She could have called and we would have helped her. Oregon also has lovely cool evenings even on the hottest nights, with no humidity, so she could have opened windows to cool it down quicker. I am completely available to our guests EVERY WAKING MOMENT (note that almost EVERY review specifically mentions how responsive we are), We are always happy to help guests with anything in the house they’re unsure about and since my husband’s shop is six blocks away he is also happy to pop over at moment’s notice if you want in-person assistance. 2. Regarding the astronomical charge of $20 for an entire second bedroom that was SPRUNG on Amy the day of her arrival – what happened!!? If you’re reading this you’ve likely already read the description of the house, and you have undoubtedly noticed this sentence in the “The Space” section: “You may rent the cottage as a one-bedroom or as a two-bedroom unit. (If rented as a one-bedroom the second bedroom will remain vacant and locked during your stay). The default pricing for 2 guests is one bedroom, so if you're a party of 2 that would like to use both bedrooms just let me know and we can send you a request for the extra $20 per night to add the second bedroom.” This message is also reiterated in the house rules, which each guest acknowledges they have read prior to booking. This message is also in our “Confirmation of Booking” notification each guest receives right after booking. This message was also in the email I sent Amy 2 weeks before her check-in. This message was also in our guest book that we emailed to Amy 2 weeks before her check-in. This message was also in the check-in instructions message she received 24 hours prior to her check-in. But because – by her own admission -- Amy only noticed this on the day of her check-in, she felt bamboozled. Amy did pay the fee and used both bedrooms, but then after her check-out she disputed it – which was denied by Airbnb as this is a usual, customary and proper charge that was completely transparent before and after booking. This is so an individual or a couple who sleeps together in one bed can rent The Valley Wine Cottage without having to pay the full fee for both bedrooms. For two bedrooms the insurance is more, the cleaning is more, there is more laundry, etc. We actually pass this savings on to you by allowing a couple to rent the house by keeping that second room locked. 3. Every other review mentions the beautiful furnishings. The cottage is period correct, both with the copper kitchen in the ceiling, the crown molding, the original claw foot tub, and the furnishings. If you’re looking for modular glass and steel than this isn’t the house for you. 4. Our very comprehensive guest book is one of the things other reviews mention as a benefit. We tell you the history of the town, all kinds of places to eat and drink, even hot air ballooning and a house call doctor! Because our town still requires us to keep the house vacant for 24 hours before we can even have the housekeeper enter we ask for the following check-out instructions: 1: Take out any wet garbage; 2: close the windows and lock the doors; 3: hang wet towels on hooks. That’s it! No bed stripping, no cleaning. Not quite sure why Amy had a problem with this … If you have any questions about fees or policies prior to booking or any questions about how things in the house work after booking with us, please don’t hesitate to message me and we can chat about it. We are very transparent, we give our direct phone numbers to our booked guests and love to do everything in our power to make guests have the best visit!
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Francine
Francine
Aug 2024
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Lovely stay at this cottage. Very nice location in a quiet neighborhood and very walkable to restaurants and tasting rooms. Some lovely antiques throughout and very comfy beds! Would stay again if I'm ever in Newberg!
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John A.
John A.
Aug 2024
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Valley Wine Cottage Aug '24
We were very pleased with the cottage and our stay. Michelle was very communicative throughout the process and the cottage was well-stocked with commonly needed items (we appreciated the stain remover on this trip, not something you'd find at every property!). The main stretch of Newberg is very walkable from this property and we enjoyed its proximity to many of the local wineries/vineyards during this trip.
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Nancy
Nancy
Aug 2024
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Highly recommend!
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Suitability

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No events allowed
No parties or events - only the registered guests are allowed on the property at all times.
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No smoking allowed
Smoking is allowed outside on the porch or back deck only
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No Parking
Free parking right out front on the street.

Meet the Host

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Andrew and Michelle are happy to welcome you to their home! We love travel, good food, wine, more good food, more wine, reading, skiing, music and more good food! We'll send you all kinds of recommendations for our favorite places to eat and drink!
IconMember since: April 2021
IconSpeaks: English
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IconResponse time: within a few hours
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Base price2 Nights$250.00

Scenic views

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Getting around

Newberg is the very heart of Oregon's Willamette Valley wine country and our home is 3 blocks off of main street. You can walk to tasting rooms, restaurants, antique shops and historical sites. It's a short drive to Wineries and World-class dining. You can walk or take a 2 minute drive to George Fox University.
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Policies and Rules

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Check In: 4PM - 10PM
24 hours before your check-in time I'll be sending over your check-in instructions, which will include your unique door codes for the keypad locks (the combination changes for each guest). The front door and each bedroom have keypad locks and the proper number of bedrooms will be accessible to you by being programmed with your unique code. Any rooms not rented will be locked and remain vacant.
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Check Out: 11AM
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No pets
No animals of any kind are allowed in the home for any length of time. This includes all types of pets, service animals, therapy dogs, emotional support peacocks, "allergen free" or non-shedding breeds, etc. The owner of the property is highly allergic, and we are maintaining this as an allergen-free home. (We also don’t use any harsh chemicals, and use all natural cleaning products. There are no feathers or down in the comforters or pillows and we don't use any scented candles or scented air fresheners). We have a "niche" market of very allergic guests that stay in the house (I'm one of them!), and even "hypo-allergenic" and non-shedding breeds cause a problem for those with severe allergies. We are listed on a special travel website for those with allergies and it's imperative that no animal is EVER in the house or on the grounds to stay on that list. If you bring an unauthorized animal you will be immediately evicted with no credit given for unused nights, you will forfeit your security deposit and a hypoallergenic steam cleaning fee of $1500.00 will be charged.
Minimum age limit for renters: 25
Primary guest who is renting must be a minimum of 25 years of age. No third-party rentals - the person who rents the house must be present and staying in the house for the entire visit.
Maximum occupancy: 4
No unregistered guests allowed on the property. 4 guests maximum.
House Rules
You can rent the Valley Wine Cottage as either a one-bedroom or a two-bedroom, with pricing commensurate. For a one-bedroom rental maximum occupancy is 2 people, for a 2-bedroom rental maximum occupancy is for 4 people.

Each bedroom has it's own combination lock, so you may rent the house as a one-bedroom or as a two bedroom. If rented as a one-bedroom, the other bedroom door will remain locked and vacant during your stay.

No animals of any kind are allowed in the home for any length of time. This includes all types of pets, service animals, therapy dogs, emotional support peacocks, "allergen free" or non-shedding breeds, etc. The owner of the property is highly allergic, and we are maintaining this as an allergen-free home. (We also don’t use any harsh chemicals, and use all natural cleaning products). We have a "niche" market of very allergic guests that stay in the house (I'm one of them!), and even "hypo-allergenic" and non-shedding breeds cause a problem for those with severe allergies. We are listed on a special travel website for those with allergies and it's imperative that no animal is EVER in the house or on the grounds to stay on that list. If you bring an unauthorized animal you will be immediately evicted with no credit given for unused nights, you will forfeit your security deposit and a hypoallergenic steam cleaning fee of $1500.00 will be charged.

There is a Ring (tm) doorbell on the front door for the safety of the house and convenience of the guests. No other cameras on the property either inside or outside. Note that tampering with or blocking the camera is prohibited.
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Payment Policy
Full payment due upon booking for first month
Refundable Damage Deposit
The refundable damage deposit will be returned 14 days after check-out if no damages or breaches of the rental agreement occur. If damages or breaches do occur photos and estimates will be provided to the guest. Any damages over and above the $250 damage deposit will be due and owing within 5 business days of notification.
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Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable 30 days prior to check in. 50% refundable 15 days before check in. 25% refundable 14 through 6 days before booking. No refund 5 days prior to booking.
Notes
We are also the owners of Valley Wine Merchants, the most comprehensive wine shop in the Willamette Valley, which is just 6 blocks away from the cottage. Please feel free to stop into the shop and say 'hi!' We're happy to make recommendations on which wineries to visit based on your palate. You can also contact Andrew in advance to help with winery reservations or to order wine to be delivered to the house prior to your check in.

This home is perfect for long stays for visiting winemakers or wine distributors or traveling professionals.

Once you book, I will send a request through the portal for a $250 refundable security deposit, which you will need to click "accept" for. Once you check out and there are no damages it will be refunded within 14 days. Any damages or loss will be charged towards this deposit and if there is any balance due over and above the $250 we will request that additional amount from you and provide receipts, etc.

No animals of any kind are allowed in the home or on the property for ANY length of time. This includes pets, service animals, therapy dogs, emotional support peacocks, "allergen free" or non-shedding breeds, really small, really well-trained or really cute pets, etc. The owner of the property is highly allergic, and we are maintaining this as an allergen-free home. (We also don’t use any harsh chemicals, and use all natural cleaning products). Our allergen-sensitive guests appreciate knowing no pet has EVER stayed in the home.
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Based on 181 reviews
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All4.95
Airbnb4.95
VRBO4.97
Suzanne
Suzanne
Website: Airbnb, Jan 2025
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Michelle is a wonderful host. She was very accommodating and helpful with whatever questions we had, and so friendly. We were in the process of moving and this cottage was a great place to work from, for our search for a new home. The cottage is very cozy and comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking utensils. The cottage location is very walkable to restaurants and some shops.
Carol
Carol
Website: Airbnb, Oct 2024
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We loved staying here! So many thoughtful amenities and recommendations, which made it such a comfortable stay. Would definitely stay here again.
Terrance
Terrance
Website: Airbnb, Oct 2024
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Great place. Great stay.
Kristin
Kristin
Website: Airbnb, Oct 2024
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Cute house and super close to the main old town of Newberg. Nice beds and sweet breakfast nook. All good!
Kris
Kris
Website: Airbnb, Oct 2024
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What a wonderful cottage! Everything was just as we had hoped and more. All the little touches that made the cottage our home were amazing. The kitchen is fabulous with everything we needed to grill and enjoy the beautiful surrounding. Michelle was so attentive to us. We couldn’t recommend this spot more.
Laura
Laura
Website: Airbnb, Sep 2024
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Cottage was adorable, clean, perfect location to our activities! Host was very quick responding questions and provided all the info we needed for easy check-in and check-out.
Tanya
Tanya
Website: Airbnb, Sep 2024
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The accommodations met our needs and the place was very clean. Michelle provided clear instruction and was very responsive.
Elaine
Elaine
Website: Airbnb, Sep 2024
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Michelle’s attention to detail, not only to the big stuff, but down to the small details was exceptional. Beds very comfortable. Kitchen had everything you needed. The old stove, was daunting, but very easy to use. We felt right at home and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Amy
Amy
Website: Airbnb, Sep 2024
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***BEWARE*** Michelle’s rules and fees regarding her À la cart pricing for bedrooms is a real issue. There is a keypad lock for the front door and like a prison dormitory, both bedrooms also have key pad locks. If you book the entire house, you really don’t. You have to pay extra for the second bedroom, so make sure you read very carefully before booking. **AC does not cool the house adequately.** I live in Louisiana with the heat and humidity to vacation in Oregon at a residence that does not have adequate AC, fans, ceiling fans or circulation. Location is lovely. Washer and drawer is lovely. Kitchen is lovely. Bathroom has a ceiling leak that needs painting. Living room furniture is just tired. 2 different sofas that do not match with other tables that do not go with the other furnishings. Think of grandma’s house with the leftovers. Lastly, make sure you read every single line of her pages and pages and pages of detailed notes - even the clipboard for check-in/checkout.
Response from the host:
Wow! Amy really HATED the Valley Wine Cottage! Somehow, at some point between the five-star review from the guest who left the day before she arrived, and the five-star review from the guest who checked in the day after she departed, the Valley Wine Cottage entered the third circle of hell! 😊
Let’s try to unpack what happened:
1. The Thermostat: This house DOES NOT have a SMART thermostat. We have zero control over what temperature each guest choses to set the temperature at. Both our check-in instructions message, sent 24 hours before arrival, and our welcome message, sent a little bit after check-in time, have this sentence: “The clipboard on the desk in the living room has our house manual, which has all sorts of fascinating information like how to control the heat and a/c …” There is also a placard on top of the thermostat with complete instructions how to use the thermostat. Also the messages the night before check-in and an hour after check-in also give my cell phone number to each guest and say “please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.” I honestly don’t know what else we could have done to educate Amy about how to control the temperature. It was working fine and Amy was welcome to set it at whatever temperature she wanted to and failed to do so. (She complained because on a 92 degree day the house was 74 degrees – which is exactly what SHE set the thermostat at). She could have called and we would have helped her. Oregon also has lovely cool evenings even on the hottest nights, with no humidity, so she could have opened windows to cool it down quicker.

I am completely available to our guests EVERY WAKING MOMENT (note that almost EVERY review specifically mentions how responsive we are), We are always happy to help guests with anything in the house they’re unsure about and since my husband’s shop is six blocks away he is also happy to pop over at moment’s notice if you want in-person assistance.

2. Regarding the astronomical charge of $20 for an entire second bedroom that was SPRUNG on Amy the day of her arrival – what happened!!? If you’re reading this you’ve likely already read the description of the house, and you have undoubtedly noticed this sentence in the “The Space” section: “You may rent the cottage as a one-bedroom or as a two-bedroom unit. (If rented as a one-bedroom the second bedroom will remain vacant and locked during your stay). The default pricing for 2 guests is one bedroom, so if you're a party of 2 that would like to use both bedrooms just let me know and we can send you a request for the extra $20 per night to add the second bedroom.” This message is also reiterated in the house rules, which each guest acknowledges they have read prior to booking. This message is also in our “Confirmation of Booking” notification each guest receives right after booking. This message was also in the email I sent Amy 2 weeks before her check-in. This message was also in our guest book that we emailed to Amy 2 weeks before her check-in. This message was also in the check-in instructions message she received 24 hours prior to her check-in. But because – by her own admission -- Amy only noticed this on the day of her check-in, she felt bamboozled. Amy did pay the fee and used both bedrooms, but then after her check-out she disputed it – which was denied by Airbnb as this is a usual, customary and proper charge that was completely transparent before and after booking. This is so an individual or a couple who sleeps together in one bed can rent The Valley Wine Cottage without having to pay the full fee for both bedrooms. For two bedrooms the insurance is more, the cleaning is more, there is more laundry, etc. We actually pass this savings on to you by allowing a couple to rent the house by keeping that second room locked.
3. Every other review mentions the beautiful furnishings. The cottage is period correct, both with the copper kitchen in the ceiling, the crown molding, the original claw foot tub, and the furnishings. If you’re looking for modular glass and steel than this isn’t the house for you.

4. Our very comprehensive guest book is one of the things other reviews mention as a benefit. We tell you the history of the town, all kinds of places to eat and drink, even hot air ballooning and a house call doctor! Because our town still requires us to keep the house vacant for 24 hours before we can even have the housekeeper enter we ask for the following check-out instructions: 1: Take out any wet garbage; 2: close the windows and lock the doors; 3: hang wet towels on hooks. That’s it! No bed stripping, no cleaning. Not quite sure why Amy had a problem with this …

If you have any questions about fees or policies prior to booking or any questions about how things in the house work after booking with us, please don’t hesitate to message me and we can chat about it. We are very transparent, we give our direct phone numbers to our booked guests and love to do everything in our power to make guests have the best visit!
Francine
Francine
Website: Airbnb, Aug 2024
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Lovely stay at this cottage. Very nice location in a quiet neighborhood and very walkable to restaurants and tasting rooms. Some lovely antiques throughout and very comfy beds! Would stay again if I'm ever in Newberg!
John A.
John A.
Website: VRBO, Aug 2024
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Valley Wine Cottage Aug '24

We were very pleased with the cottage and our stay. Michelle was very communicative throughout the process and the cottage was well-stocked with commonly needed items (we appreciated the stain remover on this trip, not something you'd find at every property!). The main stretch of Newberg is very walkable from this property and we enjoyed its proximity to many of the local wineries/vineyards during this trip.
Nancy
Nancy
Website: Airbnb, Aug 2024
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Highly recommend!