The McKinley Cottage | Historic East End Boise | Pets Welcome! | House in Boise

Summary:
Welcome to The McKinley Cottage, a cozy and beautifully updated East End cottage tucked into one of Boise’s most charming historic neighborhoods. This thoughtfully designed home blends vintage character with modern comfort, creating the perfect retreat for couples, solo travelers, business trips, or longer stays.
Inside, you’ll find refinished hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a remodeled bathroom, and bright inviting spaces filled with natural light. The home’s cozy layout feels warm and relaxing while still offering everything needed for a comfortable stay, including fast WiFi, a fully stocked kitchen, and in-home laundry.
Step outside and enjoy one of the property’s standout features: the oversized front yard surrounded by mature trees, garden space, and peaceful East End charm. It’s the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee, unwind after exploring Boise, or relax after a day on the trails. Pets are welcome too, making The McKinley Cottage a great home base for travelers bringing their four-legged companions along for the adventure.
The McKinley Cottage includes access to a private two-car garage, offering convenient off-street parking and additional storage space during your stay. The garage is easily accessible from the alley and provides plenty of room for vehicles, bikes, skis, golf clubs, or outdoor gear.
Additional free street parking is also available nearby if needed.
Located just minutes from downtown Boise, Warm Springs Avenue, the Greenbelt, Boise State, and the foothill trail system, this home offers easy access to some of the city’s best restaurants, coffee shops, hiking, biking, and local attractions.
✔ Pet friendly
✔ Historic East End location
✔ Large private yard & garden space
✔ Fully stocked kitchen
✔ Fast WiFi & Smart TV
✔ Washer & dryer
✔ Private two-car garage
✔ Minutes to downtown & trails
✔ Quiet walkable neighborhood
✔ Perfect for couples, remote work, and extended stays
Whether you’re in town to explore Boise or simply relax in a quiet neighborhood setting, The McKinley Cottage offers a comfortable home base in one of the city’s most desirable areas.
The Space:
The McKinley Cottage is a thoughtfully updated 1940 cottage filled with natural light, cozy living spaces, and classic Boise charm. The home features refinished hardwood floors, a beautifully remodeled bathroom, stainless steel appliances, and a fully stocked kitchen designed to make your stay comfortable and easy.
Outside, the spacious front yard is one of the home’s best features, with mature landscaping, garden space, and plenty of room to relax and enjoy Boise’s beautiful seasons. The peaceful East End location offers a quiet neighborhood feel while still being just minutes from downtown, Warm Springs, and the foothills.
Perfect for couples, solo travelers, business trips, and longer stays looking for a cozy Boise retreat with character. is a thoughtfully updated 1940 cottage filled with natural light, cozy living spaces, and classic Boise charm. The home features refinished hardwood floors, a beautifully remodeled bathroom, stainless steel appliances, and a fully stocked kitchen designed to make your stay comfortable and easy.
Guest Access:
Guests will have full private access to the entire home, backyard, and outdoor spaces during their stay.
Self check-in makes arrival easy and convenient, and free garage/street parking is available at the property.
The Neighborhood:
The McKinley Cottage is located in Boise’s historic East End, one of the city’s most desirable and picturesque neighborhoods. Known for its tree-lined streets, historic homes, and easy access to the outdoors, the East End offers a quieter and more residential feel while still being incredibly close to downtown Boise.
You’ll be minutes from the Boise Greenbelt, Warm Springs Avenue, foothill hiking and biking trails, local coffee shops, Boise State University, and downtown restaurants and breweries. The nearby Roosevelt Market and the Boise Bike Park help give the neighborhood its one-of-a-kind local feel.
Traveling with pets? The popular Military Reserve Dog Park is located right next to the Boise Bike Park, offering a large open space for dogs to run and play while enjoying beautiful foothill views.
It’s the perfect location for guests wanting a peaceful Boise experience with quick access to everything the city has to offer.
Getting Around:
The East End is one of Boise’s most walkable and bike-friendly neighborhoods. Downtown Boise, the Greenbelt, Warm Springs, and nearby trailheads are all just minutes away by car or bike.
Uber and Lyft are readily available, and free parking is available at the property for guests bringing a vehicle.
Other Things to Note:
* This is a historic home with original character and charm.
* Quiet hours are important out of respect for neighbors.
* No parties, events, or smoking permitted on the property.
* Please treat the home with care as if it were your own.
* Pets are welcome, but guests are responsible for cleaning up all pet waste. Additional cleaning fees may be charged for uncollected pet droppings left on the property.
Interaction with Guests:
We like to give guests privacy while remaining readily available if needed. Self check-in allows for an easy arrival, but our local team is nearby and happy to assist with recommendations, questions, or anything needed during your stay.

The McKinley Cottage | Historic East End Boise | Pets Welcome! is located in East End. The McKinley Cottage | Historic East End Boise | Pets Welcome! provides accommodation, featuring Kitchen, Parking, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This House features Kitchen, Parking, Security/Safety, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The McKinley Cottage | Historic East End Boise | Pets Welcome! has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 2 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the East End has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in East End, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.