Welcome to “The Ramblin Cottage”, named after one of our beloved GA Tech mascots. This beautiful cottage is 1 mile from Tech, minutes from Midtown, and within walking distance to downtown Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium, GA World Congress Center, and Centennial Olympic Park) via the new West Beltline!
This home features sleeping accommodations for up to 6 people, including an amazing King Suite with a giant walk-in closet, your own private sitting area, and a luxury shower that’s hard to beat!
THE SPACE
★★★ Friendly reminder: Before booking, please take a moment to look over the full listing details- neighborhood notes, guest access, and the reviews from past guests- so you’ll feel right at home knowing our place is a perfect match for your stay. ★★★
Ramblin Cottage features 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a spacious fully equipped kitchen that adjoins the living and dining area to allow your whole family to be together.
You will fall in love with the AMAZING King Suite! After your hot bath in the massive shower, you can relax in the private sitting area before drifting to sleep on the comfortable King-size memory foam mattress with top quality bed linens.
We haven’t forgotten about your family members. They will enjoy the Queen-sized bed with a memory foam mattress, plus their very own full en-suite bathroom. Additional sleeping accommodations are available via a full-sized sleeper sofa.
➤ AMENITIES
● Free secured parking in GATED driveway with combination padlock (2-3 cars)
● Fenced yard with outdoor fire pit
● Outdoor Security Cameras integrated with an Alexa-enabled tablet that allows you to view the live feed from the outdoor cameras.
● Smart TV’s with Netflix, Disney Plus, built-in Chromecast and support for Apple AirPlay 2.
● Fast Wifi
● Board Games
● Stocked Tea & Coffee Bar (Keurig + a full coffee pot)
● Private workspace
● Large back deck (partially covered)
● Pack-n-play & booster seat
● Washer and dryer
● King bed, Queen bed, Sleeper sofa
➤ THE LOCATION:
The Ramblin Cottage sits in Atlanta’s historic West End: a vibrant, diverse, and rapidly growing neighborhood. Many homes nearby have been beautifully renovated, and exciting new projects are bringing fresh energy to the area.
One guest summed it up perfectly:
"Atlanta’s West End is an up-and-coming community. The people and neighborhoods are diverse in every way—racially, economically, and socially. If that makes you uncomfortable, the suburbs may be a better fit. But if you embrace it, this is the place for you! Our stay was super quiet and peaceful the whole time." – Meredith, November 2022
Like many intown Atlanta neighborhoods, you may occasionally encounter individuals from different walks of life. While this is part of the character and authenticity of the West End, the home itself offers plenty of peace of mind with a fully fenced yard, gated driveway, and outdoor security cameras (viewable inside on a tablet). The community is a mix of young professionals (including a Georgia Tech professor), retired couples, and a sweet next-door neighbor who’s lived here most of her life - she knows everyone, keeps the neighborhood in check, and adds a touch of charm to the block.
For your awareness: The front yard has a decorative wrought-iron-style fence, which small dogs might be able to escape through. The backyard is fully fenced with a privacy fence.
➤ Looking for things to do? This is the place to stay!
Less than 2.5 miles away:
● Georgia Tech
● Mercedes Benz Stadium,
● Georgia Aquarium
● CNN Center
● State Farm Arena
● Fox Theater
● GA World Congress Center
● College Football Hall of Fame
● World of Coca-Cola
● Centennial Olympic Park
● The Tabernacle
● Midtown Atlanta
● AmericasMart-Atlanta Convention Center
Less than 4 miles:
● GA State University
● Skyview Atlanta
● Atlantic Station
● Central Park
● Underground Atlanta
● Ponce City Market
● Piedmont Park
● Atlanta Botanical Garden
● High Museum of Art
5 miles
● Freedom Park
● Zoo Atlanta
● Fernbank Museum
LegoLand- 9 miles
Six Flags- 10 miles
Atlanta Airport- 11 miles
Atlanta Braves (Truist Park)- 11 miles
Multiple boutique shopping malls (including Lenox Square) within a 10 mile radius
Stone Mountain Park- 21 miles
Guest access:
Guests have access to the entire first level, which includes the front porch, back deck (with a grill and picnic area), fenced back yard, and a private GATED driveway that holds 2 large vehicles or 3 small vehicles.
★ Please note: This home has a completely separate upstairs apartment that is occupied by our son, a student at Georgia Tech. The apartment is closed off from the downstairs area, with a separate outside entrance (similar to a Duplex). Although you may spot him when he enters the front gate and walks around the house, you will have COMPLETE PRIVACY during your stay. You will also have the gated driveway to yourself. Typically the apartment is only occupied during the week, as he often travels home for the weekend. If you have any questions, or would like to inquire if our son will be in his apartment during your stay, please don’t hesitate to message me.
➤ IMPORTANT DETAILS:
✔ DEPOSIT & CONTRACT: A $300 security deposit and signed rental contract will be required upon booking. Guests will have 24 hours to return the contract in order to maintain the reservation.
✔ SUPPLIES: This property is stocked with start up supplies (i.e. hand soap, toiletries, paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags). However, you will likely need to supplement with your own for stays longer than 1-2 days.
✔ TRAVEL INSURANCE: We adhere to our cancellation policy. Please secure travel insurance if you would like protection against events (including weather) that may cause a change in travel plans.
✔ PETS: This home is dog-friendly. We allow 2 small dogs (35 lbs or less) with a non-refundable pet fee of $150.
➤ HOUSE RULES:
✔ AGE: Minimum age of primary renter: 25. The primary renter must stay the entire time rented. We reserve the right to request a copy of your identification to verify your age.
✔ OCCUPANCY: The occupancy limit for this property is 6 and any additional guests on the property may be vacated for trespassing. No parties or illegal activity allowed on the premises. Quiet time between 10pm-8am. Locals please contact the host before booking.
✔ NO SMOKING: Absolutely no smoking is permitted inside the house, including the use of e-cigarettes or any smoking devices that emit smoke. A $250 fine will be applied to the credit card on file, and a damage report will be filed for any violation of this policy. Smoking is only allowed outside, with the condition that cigarette butts are properly disposed of. Furthermore, it's essential to note that NO ILLEGAL DRUGS, including marijuana, are permitted anywhere on the premises.
✔ SECURITY: To ensure mutual safety and security, we have Ring security cameras at the front, side and rear of the home. Please be aware that these cameras are positioned exclusively outside and may record activities in their vicinity. They are intended solely for security purposes and not for infringing upon anyone's privacy. Guests are strictly prohibited from tampering with, obscuring, or disabling these cameras at any point during their stay. Any attempt to do so will result in immediate eviction from the premises without eligibility for a refund.
✔ NATURE: One of the remarkable features of this home is its serene setting surrounded by trees and natural beauty. As a result, encountering various wildlife is possible during your stay in our home or within the neighborhood. This diverse wildlife spectrum includes squirrels, deer, raccoons, mice, spiders, mosquitoes, centipedes, flies, skunks, ticks, bees, wasps, crickets, ants, frogs, snakes, assorted bugs, and other creatures native to the area. These animals inhabit the natural surroundings, and while we thoroughly clean and inspect the premises before your arrival and maintain routine pest control measures, we cannot influence their natural activities. Occasionally, a stray bug might attempt to find its way indoors, so we kindly request your attention when opening and closing doors to minimize any entry. Please note that refunds will not be issued due to natural elements, like insects, making their way into the house. Additionally, there is a specific season when mosquitoes are prevalent. Although we professionally treat everything on the property, we recommend bringing bug spray if you are sensitive.
✔ MAINTENANCE: All maintenance is normally performed prior to your arrival, but we reserve the right to conduct routine maintenance if necessary. Please notify us of any maintenance issues or if something is malfunctioning so it can be rectified immediately. If you have a complaint about any aspect of the property, you are authorizing us to enter the property and fix the stated issue to solve the problem. Please note, although we do our best to answer all calls right away, there may be a delay in our response after our normal business hours from 9am-8pm EST.
✔ DAMAGES: The tenant shall be responsible for any loss or damage to the property and its fixtures during the term of this lease. Broken, damaged, or missing items will result in additional charges which will need to be paid for by you before your departure.
✔ CHECK OUT: Check-out time is 11 am. Late check-out may be available for $50 per hour, depending upon availability. Please follow the checkout procedures posted inside the home and located in the manual.
✔ LIABILITY: Owner shall not be liable for injury or damage to Tenant or any person who uses or is in the premises, or be liable for damage to their property, or the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agre
