Columbia's Most Beloved Home! Less than one mile from downtown and Faurot Field

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Columbia, MO

Columbia Mall3 min drive
University of Missouri3 min drive
Mizzou Arena5 min drive
St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)106 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Welcome to Hearth & Hobbit, Columbia's most beloved home!
Originally built in the late 1800s as a two room cabin, this historic cottage is known locally by many names such as the Gingerbread House, Hansel & Gretel House, or the Elf House. You will love this whimsical and cozy home full of historic details.

Located less than one mile from Columbia's downtown district and Mizzou.

Property manager

Jessie Yankee

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Please contact host for accomodations for infants

Events

No events allowed

Please contact host for special event usage

Pets

No pets allowed

Pets under 40 lbs are allowed by request

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Note from host: Please contact host for special event usage

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Columbia

This vacation home is located in Columbia. Museum of Art and Archaeology and Bauernhof Siebeneck Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Shelter Gardens and Lazer Lanes. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium or Mizzou Arena. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours and birdwatching.

Columbia, MO

What's nearby

Shelter Gardens - 17 min walk
Columbia Mall - 3 min drive
University of Missouri - 3 min drive
Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium - 5 min drive
Mizzou Arena - 5 min drive

Getting around

Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

Chick-Fil-A - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Taco Bell - 3 min drive
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 3 min drive
Texas Roadhouse - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Columbia's Most Beloved Home! Less than one mile from downtown and Faurot Field pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Columbia's Most Beloved Home! Less than one mile from downtown and Faurot Field?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Columbia's Most Beloved Home! Less than one mile from downtown and Faurot Field?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Columbia's Most Beloved Home! Less than one mile from downtown and Faurot Field located?

This family-friendly Columbia vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shelter Gardens and Daniel Boone Regional Library. University of Missouri is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kellie R.

Apr 12, 2024

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

Fantastic!

A lovely experience!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Nov 8, 2023

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

Great place!

We enjoyed staying in this iconic house when we were in town for Mareck Dance’s fall show. Such a cute place! The owner was super responsive and we had everything we needed. Highly recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Oct 15, 2023

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

Charming home in great location!

My friends and I loved staying in this house for a long weekend in Columbia! It was the perfect size for a small group of friends and the host had excellent communication in the lead up and throughout our stay. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lois N.

Sep 17, 2023

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

Cute and quaint

Family visit for granddaughters 1st birthday. 5 adults slept comfortably. Very clean and very quiet. Thought there might be a lot of street noise, but were pleased how quiet it was at night. Comfortable beds. Convenient location. Enjoyed our stay very much.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard P., Yardley PA, USA

Jul 24, 2023

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

Unique Housr

Enjoyed our stay. Convenient to our family and other activities in Columbia. Attractively decorated and a beautiful garden.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jessie Yankee

We are a local family, not a property management company! We live just blocks away from the cottage and available for anything you need! We love to offer suggestions on restaurants and activities.

Why they chose this property

This historic cottage is a landmark in the Columbia community!

What makes this property unique

Features and attributes of the cottage include:

-Columbia Historic Preservation Commission Most Notable Homes

-Master bedroom was originally created as an in-home preschool that served girls during World War II. The school bell still resides on property!

-Large sunroom boasts 10 foot farmhouse table for meals, games, and more! You will enjoy the multitude of live plants in this room, as well as the provided family games.

-Living room features hearth and cookware original to the home.

-Modern amenities such as wifi on-site, two smart TVs include netflix available

-Washer + Dryer available for guest usage

Parking is available for up to 2 vehicles. Please message host for arrangements for additional vehicles.

-The listing says no pets, however we will allow animals under 40 lbs. Please message hosts to request bringing a pet.

*Pack N Play available for infants upon request*