Central Blue Door....Newly Renovated Historic Midtown Cottage

4.8

Outstanding(110 Reviews)

Cottage in Memphis, TN

3 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this cottage rental

I am a local contractor and designer who has taken this 1920's cottage and taken it down to the studs to bring it back to 2017 standards for comfort and style. I have removed walls and vaulted ceilings making this a very light filled space with a open floor plan. The kitchen/great room is approximately 500 ft.² which provides breakfast bar, dining table for four and comfortable seating for five. 55" TV provided in den and 40" TV in the bedroom.

The kitchen is equipped with refrigerator, freezer, microwave vent hood, and electric stove/oven. Enjoy complimentary snack basket and Keurig coffee maker. Island provides for 2 bar stools. Cupboard is full of glasses, mugs, cookware, silverware and a multitude of pots and pans to make cooking easy and convenient during your stay.

The bedroom includes a queen size bed, fine linens, down comforter, and three large closets. Large bath with tub/shower, 4 foot vanity and even a heated towel rack. Shampoo,Conditioner and Body Wash provided in shower dispenser.

Additional sleeping for 2 provided with a queen pullout sofa. A brand-new 4 inch memory foam mattress has been installed , making it very comfortable. A stack washer dryer and all needed items for use are provided for you in a hall closet. Cable, High Speed Internet and Wi-Fi is available free of charge.

Guest access

Everything is yours to use except for one locked owner's closet. One car parking is provided in front of the unit. Please note driveway is tight and this space is meant for a standard size car. Anything larger should park on the side street and walk up the steps to cottage.

Access code for entry will be provided the day before your check in. There is no hassle of meeting someone or waiting for keys. When you arrive at the cottage you will be able to seamlessly check in by typing in a four digit code.

Interaction with guests

My goal is to make your stay as comfortable as possible.I live in the neighborhood and can provide what every help you need. Only a phone call away.

The neighborhood

The cottage is located in the historical district of Central Gardens in Midtown Memphis. The location is ideal for being centrally located between downtown, Graceland and East Memphis. Situated between the Cooper Young entertainment district and the Overton Square entertainment district. 20+ restaurants and entertainment venues to choose from. No more than a 15 minute drive to Graceland or downtown activities. The world renowned Memphis zoo and Overton Park, Brooks Museum are less than a five minute drive. So much to offer !!

Other things to note

Check out my other listing… The Jefferson Cottage.

House Rules
No smokingNot suitable for petsNo parties or eventsCheck-in is after 3PM
One car driveway parking for a smaillish car. Larger cars and SUVs park on street.

Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector
Smoke detector
First aid kit
Safety card
Fire extinguisher
Availability
2 nights minimum stay

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Wheelchair accessible

Map of Memphis, TN

Nearby attractions

National Civil Rights Museum

Central Blue Door....Newly Renovated Historic Midtown Cottage

4.8

Outstanding(110 Reviews)

Cottage in Memphis, TN

3 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Wheelchair accessible

Map of Memphis, TN

Nearby attractions

National Civil Rights Museum

Reviews

4.8

Outstanding(110 Reviews)

4.8

Feb 2024

Great location. Cozy place. Comfortable bed. Master bedroom carpet should be replaced.

4.8

Dec 2023

Perfect to gather the family and enjoy the season. Great location, property was as depicted in photos. Would definitely stay here again.

4.8

Dec 2023

Blue Door- excellent with no issues. Has all the amenities needed for a business stay. Nice to have coffee and bfast relaxing before the work day. Property clean, good wifi, full kitchen w/ all accessories needed. I do recommend.

4.8

Nov 2023

Check in was seamless. Cottage was just perfect for the 2 of us. Bed was very comfy and linens were hotel grade. Plenty of storage for the weekend. Will definitely stay again when we come to Memphis.

4.8

Oct 2023

Beautifully decorated, warm, comfy bed. Wonderful location, safe parking. Price was perfectly reasonable. Would stay again!

4.8

Aug 2023

Extremely comfortable and stylish. Proximity to all of Memphis is a big plus.

4.8

Aug 2023

House was as pictured, very nice and comfortable, no problems…thanks Ben, enjoyed our stay!

4.8

Aug 2023

I loved this location in Memphis. It is in a historic neighborhood that is great for walking/running. Close enough to get around via car with a few good places in walking distance.

4.8

Jun 2023

Really enjoyed our stay at this cozy guesthouse! It's in a great location, is beautifully decorated and well appointed with everything we needed! Would definitely book this top-notch property again!

4.8

Jun 2023

We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful part of Memphis. The property was comfortable & well appointed.

4.8

Jun 2023

Felt like home, close to good eating places and CBU where I was attending a week long event.

4.8

Jun 2023

The owner responded promptly to the problems I found. It is undergoing a messy landscaping project right now. Could use a bit of an update. The yard had an old rug and other litter lying around.

4.8

May 2023

Enjoyed our stay here very much. Nice space, great location.

4.8

Apr 2023

Very nice accommodations. Really enjoyed our stay. Lots of venues within short distances. Plan on coming again.

4.8

Apr 2023

Quiet, clean, felt safe. Appreciated washer/dryer.

4.8

Apr 2023

My second time staying here. I like that it is in a residential neighborhood, so quiet and safe. But still an easy drive/Uber to many restaurants, downtown, zoo. etc. Full kitchen and very comfortable. The owner was very responsive to an issue that came up the first time I stayed here.

4.8

Apr 2023

The blue cottage is so close to everything in the hip Cooper-Young district and not too far from downtown Memphis either! We took the bus or Uber to most of the sites and there is way too many good food places locally or downtown! Tru to got all the places on the bathroom artwork!

4.8

Mar 2023

The house was just as described. It was a short drive to Graceland and Beale Street. The house is clean, nicely decorated, and had everything we needed for our stay. Ben was responsive to any questions I had, and neighborhood seems safe. We would definitely stay there again.

4.8

Feb 2023

Ben was responsive prior to our trip and gave great recommendations for local music, the Historic Lafayette’s music room was outstanding. The space was just as described and very comfortable for our extended weekend getaway.

4.8

Dec 2022

The cottage was very clean and in a great location. It looked just like the pictures. We had an SUV and it was a little difficult to park in the driveway.

4.8

Oct 2022

Unit was as advertised.

4.8

Sep 2022

Beautiful cozy cottage in a nice location. Very quiet and the property was very clean and comfortable!

4.8

Sep 2022

Cottage was located in Central Ave. Where many of the Southern Mansions are located. Cottage was behind one of those. It was nice and clean. It had all we needed for a comfortable stay. Driveway was tight but doable. We recommend this cottage for short safe stay.

4.8

Jul 2022

Great space and location!

Great space and location!

The space was fantastic and given that I had a car it was a perfect location.

4.8

Jul 2022

Perfect!!

Perfect!!

What a nice, cozy cottage with all the amenities needed.. My husband, our 16 yo grandson and I were very happy with our stay. It was the perfect size for the 3 of us. Nice neighborhood, quiet, very clean, nice decor and close to so many things. Owner was quick to respond to messages and provided a complete and thorough instuctions/directions. We were told the parking could be tight. But, we have a large SUV and didn't have any trouble getting in and out. (Even had room to change a flat tire!) Side street parking is also available. We would definitely stay again!!

4.8

Jun 2022

Nice cottage at quiet location

Nice cottage at quiet location

Very nice freestanding cottage at location that is quiet and safe, but an easy drive or Uber to downtown and attractions. Unit is well designed and comfortable. Plenty big enough for four people. Full size kitchen if you feel compelled to cook while on vacation.

4.8

Jun 2022

Nice location, good value vs hotel and had a nice usable kitchen and living room. The property was clean and had everything we needed.

4.8

Jun 2022

This is the 3rd property by this owner we have stayed at and all have been consistently clean, comfortable, up to date and well stocked. Beds very comfortable and Midtown location is perfect. The Blue Door was described as handicap accessible, which it was for the most part. I appreciated that there were no steps in to front door and there was a grab bar in the shower. The only thing missing was a grab bar by the toilet, which I’m hoping can be remedied. All in all it was a very pleasant stay! Thank you!

4.8

Jun 2022

Clean, Well Decorated and Well Appointed

Clean, Well Decorated and Well Appointed

4.8

Jun 2022

Responsive Owner but Rental Needs Maintenance

Responsive Owner but Rental Needs Maintenance

The check in process was super easy as was finding the property. We did have an overall negative experience with this rental. The house has water damage (stains on ceilings and walls, musty odor) and pests (ants and slugs.) Additionally the bath tub was rusty and there were stains on the mattress. There where positives it was a quick walk to multiple nice restaurants, and we liked the tv setup in both the bedroom and living room. Initially we were determined not to let the negatives spoil our trip but after having a slug crawl on the kitchen counter we decided to cut our trip short. Ben, the property owner, was very responsive and apologetic. We were immediately refunded for the balance of the time we didn't stay. I was on the fence about leaving a harsh review but our stay wasn't what we expected and I felt we should be transparent for other folks booking the rental. I hope the issues are addressed for the next guest.

4.8

Jun 2022

Nice location, good value vs hotel and had a nice usable kitchen and living room. The property was clean and had everything we needed.

4.8

Jun 2022

Nice location close to downtown.

Nice location close to downtown.

Nice location, good value vs hotel and had a nice usable kitchen and living room. The property was clean and had everything we needed.

4.8

May 2022

This property was fantastic! The decor was lovely and the amenities were plentiful. Great location!

4.8

May 2022

Excellent Stay!

Excellent Stay!

This property was fantastic! The decor was lovely and the amenities were plentiful. Great location!

4.8

Apr 2022

Awesome location. Easy to get to many attractions.. Paint peeling on ceiling. Ants in kitchen and bath. We DID NOT notify owner and assume he would have reacted promptly.

4.8

Apr 2022

Great Location.

Great Location.

Awesome location. Easy to get to many attractions.. Paint peeling on ceiling. Ants in kitchen and bath. We DID NOT notify owner and assume he would have reacted promptly.

4.8

Mar 2022

Amazing home. Clean and cozy. Will definitely book again and refer to my friends and family.

4.8

Mar 2022

Super location

Super location

Excellent location and great host!!!

4.8

Mar 2022

Weekend getaway

Weekend getaway

Amazing home. Clean and cozy. Will definitely book again and refer to my friends and family.

4.8

Mar 2022

Great Cottage, Great Location

Great Cottage, Great Location

Great location, very nice cottage. Will book again if in the area.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Memphis?

The average price for a rental in Memphis is $230 per night. This rental is $24 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Central Blue Door....Newly Renovated Historic Midtown Cottage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Central Blue Door....Newly Renovated Historic Midtown Cottage pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Central Blue Door....Newly Renovated Historic Midtown Cottage?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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Central Blue Door....Newly Renovated Historic Midtown Cottage

Cottage in Memphis, TN

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Memphis, TN

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Memphis?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Central Blue Door....Newly Renovated Historic Midtown Cottage pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Central Blue Door....Newly Renovated Historic Midtown Cottage?

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