Title: Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare Vacation home in Ashland with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare ![TV - Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare (Ashland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96162300/96162229/a1b07c89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi - Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare (Ashland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96162300/96162229/49b9220d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare (Ashland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96162300/96162229/f0efa04c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare (Ashland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96162300/96162229/0737f869.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare (Ashland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96162300/96162229/0cb57bd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Ashland, The Matriarch Heritage House offers a warm welcome with two spacious king bedrooms and a large living room. Couples can unwind in style with their own en-suite bathrooms, tastefully designed where Victorian meets modern charm. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 41600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare Summary: \*\*Welcome to The Matriarch Heritage House\*\* Located in the HEART of Ashland. Park your car and walk to all you're looking for in your Ashland getaway. Relax in our 2 giant king bedrooms and sprawl out on the regal leather sofa in our generously large living room. Couples, grab your besties and make the most of your Ashland holiday. Everything you need is steps out the front door. Tastefully designed where Victorian get a modern facelift. Your vacation starts here. The Space: This historical home features 2 beds (kings) each with their own en suite private bathrooms. Both bedrooms/bathrooms are upstairs on the second floor. The kitchen, living room, dining room and 1/2 bathroom are located on the 1st floor. This private home shares the property with two other separate units and the large outdoor grounds are considered shared. The other units on property however, do have their own outdoor spaces so interaction with other guests are limited. Please see our other listings Matriarch-Suite 1 and Martiarch Suite 2 if you are interested in hosting a larger gathering. The Neighborhood: The Matriarch is located in the historical Railroad district of downtown Ashland. \-->6 minute WALK to the doors of Oregon Shakespeare Festival \--> 5 minute WALK to over 20 restaurants \--> 1/2 block to the local food Co-op \--> Local shopping awaits. Getting Around: We recommend parking and walking everywhere to take full advantage of your time in Ashland. Parking downtown is limited therefore it's best to just walk! Other Things to Note: The Matriarch Hotel also hosts several separate private guest suites on location. You may likely see these guests outside as they visit Ashland. Ashland permit: (#18-247) Interaction with Guests: We value guests' autonomy but our staff is always available by text, phone or minutes away to serve you. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91920000/91910700/91910621/7327b80e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sage Ashland Cottage Siskiyou-Hargadine Historic District - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=91910621&PinnedHotelID=91910621&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120880000/120874000/120873982/4f1226e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Railroad District, steps to downtown, everything you need to enjoy Ashland! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 62cf0a4798feca0034d8a540 ## About the area Historic Railroad District, a neighborhood in Ashland, is home to this vacation home. Allen Elizabethan Theatre and Angus Bowmer Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Grizzly Peak Winery and Weisinger Family Winery. ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum and The RRRink are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ashland travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ashland.dx6290) [View more Vacation homes in Ashland](https://www.expedia.ca/Ashland-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6290-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.19753%2C-122.71139&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3KiLkzzZNUcOHCnL6xfRbGYrUcI=) Ashland, OR ### What's nearby - ![Looks more like a little square in Nottingham Hill than Oregon. Lovely town with festive holiday lights at night.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6290/073e2354-22b8-4f54-ae52-069a395d3a95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lithia Park 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Ashland is probably best known for the Tony Award-winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival, which I highly recommend checking out if you're in to Shakespeare plays. The statue in the photo is actually a guy in a Shakespearean costume collecting contributions toward a permanent statue of the Bard in Ashland. #WeekendGetaway](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6290/b7ae12c5-31b7-437b-8947-0bfe6b9d08cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oregon Shakespeare Festival 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Oregon Cabaret Theatre 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Allen Elizabethan Theatre 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Southern Oregon University 18 min walk \- 1.6 km ### Getting around - Rogue Valley Intl. Airport (MFR) 21 min drive ### Restaurants - Martolli's Hand Tossed Pizza 5 min walk - Case Coffee Roasters 5 min walk - The Growler Guys 3 min walk - Ruby's 3 min walk - Zoey's Cafe 3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare? ### What time is check-out at Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare? ### Where is Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Artsy Downtown Historical House: Steps to Shakespeare Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eileen B. May 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Stay Yet in Ashland! I've been visiting Ashland for 15 years, and The Matriarch (also known as the Swank House) is by far the best location I've ever stayed in. It's beautifully classy, incredibly comfortable, and perfectly situated—just a short walk to everything I love: the Cabaret, Lithia Park, restaurants, and shopping. I especially appreciated being able to drop off purchases or refrigerate leftovers in between outings—so convenient!The communication was seamless: clear, accommodating, and never intrusive. The kitchen was well-stocked, the beds were luxuriously comfy, and the entire space felt thoughtfully curated. Honestly, I hesitate to post this review because I’d love to keep this gem all to myself!It was the perfect Mother’s Day gift to ourselves—shared between me, my sister, and two daughters. A truly special stay we’ll always remember. ##### Eileen B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen B. Nov 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Charm out the wazoo at this home. The location is outstanding: a short walk to the bakeries and restaurants and amusements of downtown Ashland from here. My bed (the non-four-poster one) was one the most comfortable beds I have ever slept in. The hosts are responsive and helpful, too. We had such a lovely time. ##### Colleen B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Patricia A. Aug 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Patricia A. 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