In the heart of Ashland's Historic Railroad District, Ashland Artisan House is a charming retreat. This 1890 home is filled with color and light, featuring artistic decor, a covered porch, and garden. With its fully loaded kitchen and private bathroom on the main floor, this house offers all the comforts you need for an enjoyable stay.
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Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 488 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Lodging and Art Gallery-Charming Space Next to Everything, Walk Anywhere!
Park the car the duration of your stay and feel at home in quaint little Ashland town. Spacious and artistic decor is perfect for recreation or executive stays. Our little neighborhood home in the flats of the Historic Railroad District, circa 1890, could not be closer to Ashland's local jem spots including OSF, Lithia Park, Ashland Food Co-op, restaurants, and shopping, all a quick easy walk away. Completely private, clean, and convenient.
Permit: (17-00969) Ashland Artisan House.
The Welcome to Ashland Artisan House/Fusion Artworks a petite gallery —where we live, create, and meet magic that feeds the soul! The gallery is on premise and is open by appointment. A unique opportunity to drop into our world. John and I have lived in Ashland for 27 years. First in the mountains above town and for 20 years in this beautiful home. Our home was originally built in 1890 and is located in the heart of the flats known as the Railroad District and has been said to have been a brothel and laundry house in days gone by. There is everything you may need to make your stay comfortable and memorable.Our art reflects the enchantment we’ve found in love, beauty, creativity, and the planet that holds us.
Our home is filled with color and light. Built in 1890, it has been said to be a brothel/laundry house in days gone by. Fully private and fully furnished with covered porch, double head walk in shower, double celled window shades, garden, fully loaded kitchen, wifi, cable and internet. Newly offered is a brand new stackable washer/dryer beside the refrigerator. For a good night's sleep, we have comfortable arrangements with either the king bed in the loft space or the custom pull out queen size couch in the living room is as cozy as your own bed with a 10” Spring Air mattress (pump is hung in a basket under the window in back of the sofa). The bathroom is easy access on the main floor. The owner/artists live on the premise between their 2 studios. J. Garloff Design artistic lighting pieces are featured in the home as well as in the gardens. This is a non-tenant rental agreement.
Guest access
The house is yours. There is a locked door at the back of the kitchen leading to the owners living space and art studios.
Interaction with guests
If you have any special requests or need more accommodations, we would be happy to help you find additional space for your entire party within our neighborhood. We are open to meeting you, just say the word however your privacy is important and respected.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
In the city center
Near a hospital
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Winery tours 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)
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Please clean what is used in the kitchen and place items where they were found.
Rinse items before placing in dishwasher and run the dishwasher, if needed before leaving.
Any accidental or negligent damage in the home will be replaced at guests expense. This is our home, please be kind and respectful in our home.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Note from host: Open stairway and loft.
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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Historic Railroad District, a neighborhood in Ashland, this vacation home is near a water park. Allen Elizabethan Theatre and Oregon Cabaret Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum and The RRRink. Medford Dance Arts Center and Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating. Visit our Ashland travel guide
Is Lodging and Art Gallery-Charming Space Next to Everything, Walk Anywhere! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lodging and Art Gallery-Charming Space Next to Everything, Walk Anywhere!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lodging and Art Gallery-Charming Space Next to Everything, Walk Anywhere!?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lodging and Art Gallery-Charming Space Next to Everything, Walk Anywhere! located?
Located in Historic Railroad District, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Ashland Library, Oregon Cabaret Theatre, and Allen Elizabethan Theatre. Angus Bowmer Theatre and Thomas Theatre are also within 10 minutes.
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Lodging and Art Gallery-Charming Space Next to Everything, Walk Anywhere! Reviews
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We have stayed in this property back in 2019. It is still a great location to walking downtown Ashland. Everything is here that you need to enjoy a homey stay while away from home.
Very nice rental. The house was very colorful and well-built, located a block from the Food Coop and a few blocks from downtown and the theatre district. Very quiet. The hosts were nearby but respected our privacy. The bedroom was upstairs, not an issue for us but might be if someone has trouble with stairs. We hope to stay there again!
From the moment we arrived, we felt welcome and delighted in this amazing, colorful house. The hosts were outside in the yard to greet us, and answered any questions. We enjoyed how artistically every inch of the house was decorated, and the location was perfect for walking downtown. Info and photos are accurate, but it was better than expected!
Wonderful whimsical house near Oregon Shakespeare Festival
I was trying to think of a word to describe this one of a kind house and whimsical came to mind. It is beautifully decorated throughout with warm colors, artwork, and special touches everywhere. Handmade pottery and cups, colorful tile bathroom, roomy porch to hang out. There is a bedroom loft upstairs and a very comfortable hide-a-bed in the living room. It is hard to describe fully how much fun it was to stay there.
We stayed a full week and saw seven plays. The location is wonderful! Just a few short blocks to the shopping, a quick walk through the alley to the co-op, and easy street parking.
The interior and exterior are beautifully decorated and well kept. Be aware that the sleeping is upstairs, and bring a sleep mask if you’re sensitive to light as there’s a skylight over the stairwell that can’t be closed up.
The kitchen is small but perfectly equipped, with a nice gas stove and a small but adequate fridge.
We hope you’ll enjoy your stay as much as we did! We’ll definitely stay here again if it’s available next year!
The location is unbeatable and this was a perfect place for our family of 4. The kitchen had everything we needed, thank goodness for air conditioning, and the owners were responsive when we had questions. Would happily stay there again.
This is a fantastic place to stay! Unique, colorful, well equipped, clean property. So comfortable ! We loved the close proximity to town and the decor was so unique! Book this ! You will be so happy you did
Comfortable accommodations with an artistic flare in a great location for attending Oregon Shakespearean Festival. Easy walking to OSF, Lithia Park, great restaurants, and downtown shopping. Quiet neighborhood.
We had a great stay at this cute, artsy cottage! The location is perfect - a short walk to theaters and restaurants and the Ashland Co-op is a block away for groceries. The kitchen is very well-stocked with cooking supplies and had everything we needed. The bed is quite comfortable, with a memory foam mattress and the couch is comfy too. The building is a loft, so the upstairs is open, so ear plugs are helpful. We would definately stay there again.
We had a fabulous stay in this sweet cottage, a block from the amazing Ashland Food Co op and minutes from town and the park.
would love to come back and stay again.
John and Mori are excellent hosts, great communication! It's a lovely home with a comfy bed and all the kitchen utensils you need. Location was excellent for restaurants and attending shows at OSF! We'll be going back again!!
John and Mori have a house that is welcoming and in an excellent location in Ashland. It is comfortable and they have thought of many details, including charging stations and extra lighting. Thanks for a great place to stay during our vacation!
Creatively decorated and comfortably furnished and super convenient to OSF, stores, restaurants! Mori and John were welcoming and respectful. I highly recommend this property.
artist house close to downtown. Full of art, pottery and a lot of nice touches. Three blocks from downtown. Excellent, comfortable place highly recommended
It was nice to be close enough to all the amenities of OSF that we didn't have to drive at all while we were in town. It was too chilly to enjoy the front porch, but I think it would have been the perfect location to sit and enjoy the sunshine.
John and Mori have created a home that rather belongs in Oz or the other side of the looking glass. Every corner of the property has been considered with the hosts creative eyes and gifted skills. It is as fun to stay in as it looks in the photos. We loved it so much we hope one day soon to call John and Mori neighbors.
The Artisan House was a wonderful place to be and to have as a home-base during our stay in Ashland. It is artfully painted and decorated, and well appointed with amenities and appliances. The kitchen, dining and living area downstairs is quite comfortable, and the loft bedroom upstairs is spacious. Just 3 blocks from downtown and 1 block from the natural foods coop and coffee shops. It was perfect for our time in in this charming town.
I just reviewed this house in December of 2020, and enjoyed it so much that I decided to return here two months later. Not only is the place centrally located, but it is well-maintained by its owners, who are respond right away to any questions or issues. The house is also quite lovely inside--carefully decorated. The space is great for one person or a couple, but it does have a sofa bed downstairs as well. My only caveats are that the bathroom is downstairs while the bedroom (spacious) loft is upstairs--although on very well-built stairs which created no problem for my 64-year-old self; and the light does come strongly through in the bedroom on nice days, so probably not ideal for those who sleep in. But I have returned, and will probably return again.