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Experience the charm of small-town life in downtown Star at this beautifully restored cottage. Bring your pets and enjoy walking distance to local eateries, shops, and the scenic Star Riverwalk. Unwind by the indoor fireplace or explore the large enclosed yard with a garden.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Main St. Cottage🏠heart of downtown✈️30min to BOI

  • Located in the heart of downtown Star, enjoy your stay at this beautifully restored cottage whether it's to survey the Boise area, visit relatives and friends, or try a new way of living small-town life.

    Centrally located to many eateries, shops, and the Star Riverwalk. Walking distance to Beer Guys saloon, Star Country Cafe, and the original Star Mercantile.

    Bring your well-behaved pets and explore all that growing Star has to offer.

    We welcome longer stays and have set up our prices to reflect those discounts:
    -20% off for stays 7+ nights
    -30% off for stays 29+ nights

    VETERANS: We’re proud to extend an additional veteran’s discount pending a confirmed military ID.

    Our beautiful home is a newly restored 2 bedroom, 1 bath with a large, enclosed yard (pet friendly), garden, and indoor fireplace to cozy up to during the cold season.

    Entirely renovated home (kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms, HVAC, windows, refinished floors) while preserving its original charm.

    BEDS: The main bedroom is a brand new queen bed frame and mattress with it’s own large closet.

    The second bedroom also has its own large closet and drawers and contains a trundle bed with a pullout mattress that raises up to the level of the day bed. This expands the sleeping space to a double, allowing for more space for guests to sleep.

    OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
    - This older and quaint home maintained a lot of its original charm, so please note there is no dishwasher on site, the original wooden drawers take a little more effort to open and close, and there isn’t a paved driveway or garage at this old farmhouse.
    - There are two clean, secure, and spacious sheds in the backyard that guests can use for extra storage with the hosts permission along with a fee depending on how much storage is needed.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • 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
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 796 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Only registered guests allowed overnight
Quiet time between 10pm-7am
Damages exceeding the deposit amount will be billed to guest and reported to VRBO

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at 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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 neighborhood

Located in Star, this vacation home is in the city center. Warhawk Air Museum and Canyon County Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Jabbers and Red Chair Lavender. CPAC (Centennial Performing Arts Center and Canyon County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Visit our Star travel guide
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ID, Star

What's nearby

  • Boise River
    Boise River
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Boise State Field
    Boise State University
    29 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Helina Marie's Wine Shop
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Waggin' Tails Dog Park
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Roaring Springs Waterpark
    15 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Boise Station
    32 min drive
  • Boise Airport (BOI)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    16 min walk
  • Starbucks
    10 min drive
  • Maverik Adventures First Stop
    6 min walk
  • Bordertown Coffee & Bake Shop
    9 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Main St. Cottage🏠heart of downtown✈️30min to BOI pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Main St. Cottage🏠heart of downtown✈️30min to BOI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Main St. Cottage🏠heart of downtown✈️30min to BOI?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Main St. Cottage🏠heart of downtown✈️30min to BOI located?

Located in the heart of Star, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Helina Marie's Wine Shop, Boise River, and Waggin' Tails Dog Park. Skydive Idaho and College of Western Idaho are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Main St. Cottage🏠heart of downtown✈️30min to BOI Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean comfortable house! It was the perfect place to stay the night in the Boise Valley!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica N.

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

Nice and clean property

Great place to stay while visiting
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

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

Great place to stay!

Great location, cute house with nice linens and a great back yard! Close to everything, quiet at night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

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

Best place to stay in Idaho

This was the most amazing place to stay! The house was beautiful and extremely clean, the town of Star had everything needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The communication with our hostess was spot on and easy. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHELE M.

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

Cute, cute, cute with a great location!

What a great little cottage!! Excellent location with a nice backyard for the puppies! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Would have been nice to have a tea pot. Otherwise very enjoyable. Nice fenced yard for a dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor R.

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

Perfect location, love this house!

The house is on a sweet little street in a neighborhood just off the main road. It's within walking distance to all the fun night spots and breakfast places in the heart of Star. The air conditioning was awesome. We loved the floorplan, felt really comfortable and safe. The kitchen was stocked with essentials and the shower water pressure was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Fully Fenced Yard

Great home with nice fully fenced yard. Easy access to freeway, grocery stores, restaurants, and gas stations. There is plenty of parking and kitchen essentials. Highly recommend if you are visiting the Boise area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura A.

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

Perfect little home

We stayed here while we were waiting to close on our new home. It was exactly as described. Great location. Everything was thought of by owner. She communicated well throughout the stay. The welcome book was awesome. I highly recommended this home to stay while you’re here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice updated older home in quiet neighborhood very convenient to Eagle and Meridian. Small comfortable perfect for two. Very easy check in and out. Very good dining options very close by. Nice neighbors. Excellent air conditioning. No negatives worth mentioning. Would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Porcia S.

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

Great!

We rented the VRBO for one of our vendors. Jack had a great stay! He said the owner was helpful and quick to respond. He said the home was great, very comfortable. He loved the location as he could walk downtown for dinner and local attractions. Our interactions with the host during the booking process was easy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy J.

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

Star Cottage

We were going to Meridian to visit family and needed a place to stay that took dogs. The cottage had a big grassy fenced in yard that was perfect. We enjoyed sitting outside in the backyard in the early mornings at the little cafe table. We did lots of cooking and had everything we needed. We will definitely come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tonya G.

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

Star VRBO

This is our third year staying in the cottage. It’s very cozy for just the two of us and it’s only five minutes from my house in Star. We loved the comfort of the new bed. The couch remains a little difficult to sit on for very long because it’s uncomfortable. But everything else was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

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

Hospitality Plus

My puppy, Zac, I stayed in Brianna’s cozy rental for a month while we waited for our new home to be ready. We could not have asked for a more generous or accommodating hostess. Brianna offered over the top hospitality and this bungalow is nicely appointed. Location is great in the heart of Star. And the food truck just down the street at The Star Mercentile is not to be missed, nor the iconic shopping spot itself. Our experience was positive in every way. Thank you.
Stayed 45 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Judy and Hays B.

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

Our cottage in Star, ID

We were very happy with the cottage - it was very clean and just the right size for my husband and me, our son and his 2 young sons. We especially loved the roses and the back porch. All of the appliances worked fine, and we appreciated Breanna's notebook full of useful information. We were a little surprised that the coffee maker was a Keurig, rather than the drip/pot shown in the photo, and that there were no coffee pods (or tea bags). Also, there was no shampoo or conditioner, measuring cups or spoons - our 4-year old grandson likes to bake with me (we bought a measuring cup). Overall, though, we were very satisfied with our cottage in Star.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Star Elementary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute house.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william o.

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

Wonderful and relaxing!

Great location to experience all Boise and the Treasure Valley has to offer.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic little cottage in downtown Star Idaho. Quiet neighborhood, close to just about everything and owner (Breanna) was super to work/communicate with. I’d recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky G.

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

Perfect little cottage!

We stayed for 12 nights, everything was perfect. Close to restaurants and river walk. Friendly neighbors.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jared T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place to stay. Insect repellent was broken, had a couple nasty visitors. The provided electric flyswatter did the trick.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni B.

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

Great!

Adorable little house perfect for me, my husband and our weimaraner.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john j.

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

cute house

great for 4 weeks
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tonya G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is always gracious and welcoming. This is our fifth year staying at the house. We are getting too old for the amenities though. I am fearful of falling when I get in and out of the high bathtub without a handle to hold onto. My back is too bad to get in and out of the really tall bed. But the host has no way of knowing that I’m 76 and have arthritis.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer p.

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

Perfect location

Breanna's place was just what we needed for our trip to Star. The wedding we attended was just a few blocks away so the location was perfect. The house is a cute little home that size-wise was very adequate for my husband and I and our 2 teenage boys. It is a quaint older home that has been updated, well-maintained, cleaned, and well-stocked. The weather was a bit warm, so we also found the AC worked great. Breanna was easy to contact, and we enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya G.

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

Main Street Cottage Stat

This is our second year staying at this property. Next year hopefully will be our third year. When we walk in it feels like a home. I love being able to communicate with Brianna. Starting to feel like she’s my daughter. We are both in our mid 70s and she accommodates everything we need.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023