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The Guest House at Elon Cottage

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gibsonville, NC
  • Place, Gibsonville Garden Railroad
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, K-9 Corner at Schmidt Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Elon University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Greensboro, NC (GSO-Piedmont Triad Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Guest House at Elon Cottage

Elon Cottage is a historic house located in the heart of Gibsonville [~1895], about two miles from Elon University. Our wooded lot with grassy glades is approximately 1.5 acres, yet located within two blocks of downtown Gibsonville. If you like dining, walk merely a block to Saint Jacques French Restaurant at the Burke Manor [4.5 stars], or four blocks to Kimber’s Steak House [4 stars].

Our Guest house is located behind the main house, away from the road, and has views typical of the North Carolina Midlands. It was remodeled in 2023, and has everything new on the inside – granite countertops, SS kitchen appliances, new paint, new bath fixtures, and new flooring, tile inclusive.

Beyond our really choice location, amenities include a full kitchen with equipment and utensils, washer and dryer, internet. We have nine fine hens too, so open the egg box and help yourself!
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Gibsonville Garden Railroad. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and fridges
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Gibsonville Garden Railroad and a 2-minute drive from K-9 Corner at Schmidt Park
As a guest of The Guest House at Elon Cottage, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Gibsonville cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Reviews

The Guest House at Elon Cottage Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the close vicinity to the Elon University campus.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay and hope to be able to return at a future date. Our hosts could not have been nicer or more accommodating and the location was great. We were only .3 miles from downtown Gibsonville and walked into town 3 or 4 times each day. The guest house was spotlessly clean, everything we needed was right there, and we were very comfortable. We would highly recommend staying at The Guest House at Elon Cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
My daughters visited their friend at Elon. Their stay at the Guest Cottage couldn’t have been better. The home is clean and comfortable and the owners were very responsive and very hospitable. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thoroughly enjoyed the comfortable, clean and cozy cottage that’s conveniently located 3 miles from Elon and walking distance to downtown Gibsonville. The host was gracious and thoughtful when communicating before our visit and available if we needed anything. Cottage access was easy, kitchen was fully stocked and the two little pups were wonderful ambassadors when we pulled into the driveway. Will stay here again!!
Easy access to cottage from driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My stay was very pleasant. It is exactly how it looks; it’s quiet and serene. Bed is super comfy. About an 7-9 minute drive to Elon University and about 5 minutes to Burlington shopping. It beats staying in a local 2-3 star hotel. Hosts are very nice, and their dogs are adorable. I would stay again, for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Staci G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place to stay while visiting my daughter at Elon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage was very clean and you can tell it was recently renovated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angella J.

Liked: Cleanliness
They were polite, quiet and had 2 wonderful dogs to pet if you like dogs. Everything was very clean and there was enough supplies for all three of us. Great space and place to be for my son's races at a nearby school. Plenty of places to eat and shop that wasn't too far.
Size and cleanliness of place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
This little house is tucked away in a green wonderland. You are almost downtown, but it feels miles away from everything & the everyday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a great guest house! The hosts were very accommodating, we had a wonderful visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely! Great hosts. Beautiful location.

Highly recommend this, Emily and Chandler are wonderful hosts. We were so grateful for the little touches, farm fresh eggs and outdoor seating for afternoon tea. Lovely cottage. No TV for three days!!! Heaven.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Cottage

The cottage was cute and met our needs. We would stay again. It is very peaceful and quiet, no tv. We were close to Elon walkable to downtown Gibonsville.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet cottage

Lovely spot and hosts! Bonus: Two friendly beagles greet you on arrival, and there are fresh eggs from the on-site hens.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house is very cute, small but big enough for three people. Very country vibes and very nice people!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Had a wonderful place to stay very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great proximity to Elon Univ

A lovely little cottage to come and go from while visiting my son at Elon. Nice and quiet, and pretty property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage was charming, clean and spacious. The hosts provided plenty of towels and extra blankets for the bed. The bed was king size. There was even and extra fold out twin in the closet that was offered to us if we needed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique Cottage

The cottage though small is very well appointed with kitchen and laundry appliances, The bathroom is also done well except there is no heating unit. We were there at Christmas and the night temperatures were near or at freezing. While the rest of the cottage was comfortable, the bathroom was very cold in the mornings.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at The Cottage was wonderful! The cottage is clean and comfortable & the hosts are kind and accommodating. We enjoyed the location for the convenience to our son and the short walk to the local shops. We hope to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant stay

My hosts were very accommodating and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne D., Palmyra NJ

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint Cottage

Great little place with everything we needed including a comfortable bed and washer/dryer. Location was great for us visiting Elon College.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Elon visit

Lovely and cozy home for a quick visit to see our son at Elon. The exotic chickens were the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay. Great location.

We really enjoyed our stay in the Elon Guest Cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Southern hospitality at it’s best

The guest cottage was just as described and only surpassed by the warm southern hospitality of the owners. They made me feel right at home and were available anytime I needed anything. I would highly recommend if you are looking for a peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024