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The James McCool House, Historic & Updated!

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9.8

Exceptional

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3000 sq ft

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Walla Walla, WA
  • Popular LocationArt Gallery at the Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center14 min walk
  • Popular LocationDowntown Farmers Market15 min walk
  • Popular LocationWhitman College17 min walk
  • AirportWalla Walla, WA (ALW-Walla Walla Regional)11 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The James McCool House, Historic & Updated!

Welcome to The James McCool House (aka "JMC")! Experience the artful blend of historical elegance and modern convenience in the heart of Walla Walla.

This dog friendly, spacious home boasts approximately 3,000 square feet of living space. With high ceilings, large bedrooms, and gathering areas, your group will be comfortable & have plenty of room to spread out and relax!

The JMC can accommodate up to 12 guests: room, bed, and bathroom count as follows:
* 5 bedrooms (2 are primary bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms) & 3.5 bathrooms.
* 3 King sized beds (one is a California King);
* 2 Queen sized beds
* 1 Queen size convertible memory foam mattress/futon couch located in the King Bedroom #4 on the 2nd floor.

This historic home has has been outfitted with all new modern conveniences for our guests' comfort: all systems have been updated, including new plumbing, electrical system, and including separate heating & cooling units for each floor.

Centrally located, The James McCool House is walking distance (.6 of a mile!) to Walla Walla's Main Street shopping and tasting rooms and restaurants, and just a short drive from Airport District, Southside, and The Rocks District wineries and tasting rooms. Visitors won't find a better value in Walla Walla's wine country!

There are many outdoor recreational activities in the Walla Walla area, including hiking, cycling, bird watching, pickleball, and tennis.

To make your stay the most comfortable, we provide high-end bed linens, bath towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, makeup remover towels and wipes, and all bedrooms have white noise machines and earplugs for light sleepers. Our kitchen is fully stocked, and ready for your home cooked meal!

The cozy and private back yard is complete with a large dining table, which seats 12, a propane BBQ & cafe string lights for evening meals & hanging out.

This home is Dog friendly, with a required additional Pet Fee of $100 (2 dog maximum, up to 50 pounds each dog). Pets must be included and disclosed in the reservation. Guests to send inquiry/message to host to add Pet(s) to reservation if option not available at time of booking.

There is ample off-street parking: the driveway can accommodate 6-8 cars.

Renter Agreement to be signed with all bookings.

Guest Information Binder inside property, containing house rules and additional information.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Dogs less than 50 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Walla Walla

This vacation home is located in Walla Walla. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitman Mission National Historic Site and Bennington Lake, while Art Gallery at the Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center and Kirkman House Museum are cultural highlights. Jumpin' Jellybeanz and Pioneer Park Aviary are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, cycling, and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Providence St. Mary Medical Center - Walla Walla - 13 min walk
  • Art Gallery at the Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center - 14 min walk
  • Downtown Farmers Market - 15 min walk
  • Whitman College - 17 min walk
  • Pioneer Park Aviary - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Walla Walla, WA (ALW-Walla Walla Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 16 min walk
  • Little Caesars Pizza - 15 min walk
  • Jack In The Box - 16 min walk
  • Red Monkey Downtown Lounge - 11 min walk
  • The Maple Counter Cafe - 15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The James McCool House, Historic & Updated! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at The James McCool House, Historic & Updated!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The James McCool House, Historic & Updated!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The James McCool House, Historic & Updated! located?

Situated in Walla Walla, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Jumpin' Jellybeanz, Providence St. Mary Medical Center - Walla Walla, and Art Gallery at the Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center. Downtown Farmers Market and Whitman College are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barb B.

Liked: Cleanliness
McCool House - Luxury and Old World Charm
We had a family gathering from across the states and this house was amazing. I have stayed at many well furnished properties but this one is the first in awhile that every thing I wanted to use was there and was clean. It was a luxurious experience with old world charm and did I mention clean. The backyard was dreamlike with the lighting. The front porch was relaxing and the best place for morning coffee. Walla Walla downtown shops and tasting rooms made for such a great day. Our family gathered around the large table in the dining room telling stories and eating and drinking wine is something our parents would have enjoyed seeing. It was the house that brought us back together and we are most grateful for our time there. Tracy, the property manager was excellent to work with and the hospitality team top notch! Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walla Walla Wine Adventure
This house has everything. It is well maintained and simply beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick J., Seattle, WA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location
Tracy was great to work with! I really appreciated the proactive communication. The house is is great shape, with the old house feeling but well appointed bathrooms and kitchen. It is on a fairly busy corner, but as city dwellers, it didn’t bother us. Tracy keeps white noise machines and earplugs in each room just in case. The house was exactly what we were hoping for. We would stay there again for sure. I definitely recommend this house for larger groups going to Walla Walla.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Kay R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space for a post-holiday family gathering!
This was our third time staying here between Christmas and New Years. Love the big dining room table and living from space.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely home
A fabulous house that was clean and very well-stocked. It was perfect for our girls weekend of wine tasting!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
A group of adult friends wanted to enjoy some kid free time with good food and great wine. The McCool house was charming and conveniently located to downtown. We walked there every morning for coffee and walked to and from dinner every evening. Would definitely stay here again for a short walla walla get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karla F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding
We really enjoyed our stay here. Was a comfortable house to hang out together in or have separate areas when needed. Close to downtown coffee shops and restaurants. Everything was great except the downstairs king size bed mattress was very soft and difficult for two people to sleep in. Other than that we had a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelli G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close and Convenient
We loved this charming place and will likely make it an annual tradition! It was close and convenient to everything we had planned, so we walked everywhere and enjoy visiting with family along the way.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris E., Wyoming

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
We had family gathering for wine tasting weekend… the house has so much character, plenty of space, well stocked kitchen so you don’t have to worry about having only one spatula or pan when cooking, and a wonderful porch. Our only complaint was the busy street traffic… and would be nice to access the backyard from the kitchen instead of through gate. But otherwise, great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

zach n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for large group
We really enjoyed our stay. Perfect accommodations for four to five couples. House was really well stocked with everything you could need. Great kitchen for cooking and massive tables inside and out for dining and playing games. Will definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023