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The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown

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Private kitchen
Smart TV
Dining
Interior
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
In the heart of Fargo's historic downtown area, The Ugly Duckling offers a unique and cozy retreat. Discover the charm of this 3-bedroom home with fresh interiors, perfect for those looking to experience the authentic side of Fargo.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 64951 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

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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 Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown

Nestled in the historic downtown area of Fargo, The Ugly Duckling is the perfect place for someone looking to see the older side of Fargo. As you walk into the home, the unique feel of this 3 bedroom 2 bathroom house will shine through. Dont let the age of the home fool you. Inside you will find everything you need to be cozy. The name says it all, The Ugly Duckling is old on the outside, but the inside is fresh and clean.
During your stay, there are just a few rules that we ask that you follow. See below:

- No parties - Please be respectful of the neighbors and maintain a quiet period of 10:00pm - 7:00am
- No Smoking - There is no smoking of any kind permitted on the property
- No Pets - Unless authorized by the host, there shall be no pets in the house

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 4,951 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

215698

About the area

Fargo is home to this vacation home. Plains Art Museum and Rourke Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Island Park Pool and Roger Maris Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fargodome or Fargo Civic Center.
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Fargo, ND

What's nearby

  • Sanford Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • North Dakota State University - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • West Acres Mall - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Scheels Arena - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Fargodome - 6 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Fargo Station - 6 min drive
  • Hector Intl. Airport (FAR) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mexican Village - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tea & Crepe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fort Noks Bar of Gold - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rhombus Guys - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown?

As of Sept 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown on Sept 16, 2025 start from CA $176.16, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown located?

Situated in Fargo, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Prairie St. John's, Island Park Pool, and Plains Art Museum. Lindenwood Park and Dike East Dog Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Fargo Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easily findable, with easy access to downtown and surrounding areas. Lots of parking. Clean and thoughtfully stocked. It’s an older house, and quirky, but if you don’t mind that it’s a good place to stay. Wouldn’t recommend for people who have trouble with steeper stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stau

Excellent property and host
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and Tidy

Great house, lots of room to move about. Bonus with lots of plug ins with various usb/usc outlets. Appreciate the owners quick response to fixing the heat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable and everything we needed

We stayed the weekend with a group of friends (3 couples total). The house was clean and comfortable, it was well stocked with everything we needed. Beds were comfortable, the kitchen had all the necessities, the bathrooms were even stocked with toiletries for those of us that forgot some items. Will definitely return when we plan another stay in Fargo.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

April C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We loved this clean, cozy house. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit

Were in town for a family wedding. Loved that all three groups to be in the same house to increase time to visit. House was adorable and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family gathering

Property was as described. Had all the amenities needed. Used the games they provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and Cozy

The host was very accommodating and responsive. The house is really nice inside and was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Zak C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice inside, convenient location

Nice house and fit our needs well. Older home that has been renovated on the inside. Outside is still dated (hence the "Ugly Duckling"). Owner was responsive to messages. Only downside was that the street in front of the house was closed due to construction, so we did not have access to the driveway for parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend in Fargo

House was nice and close to things we wanted to go to. Well stocked kitchen and baths- clean and cozy place with nice tv. Front door little hard to lock/unlock, bath in lower level shower needs some attention as not hot and bathroom door needs fixing so will shut. It would be nice to add some Fargo tourist information and instructions for TV
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

It was a very quick stay. We arrived late and checked out very early. We didn't utilized the kitchen area at all, but from what I can tell it is very well stocked. Everything was neat, clean and tidy. The beds were comfy and there was a lot of extra bedding, if we were cold at night. Eli was very forth coming with information about road construction and alternate parking. He was very helpful in sorting our confusion as to where to park. He answered our questions very quickly. Overall it was a nice stay, just wished our time there was a little longer. We were there less than 12 hours.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mercedes S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Little House

The house was as advertised. We stayed for 3 nights. The beds were comfortable. There were a few window AC units. The downstairs bedroom does not have AC, and got very hot at night when we needed to close the door. The coffee bar has a keurig coffee maker, and the kitchen was mostly stocked. There were a few missing items/amenities that I wish I had asked about beforehand, such as a kettle for tea, mixing bowl(s) for salad/batter/popcorn, a whisk. All other kitchen utensils we needed were there. When we arrived we couldn't find enough towels for all the guests, but the host was quick to respond, and tell us where to find extra. Over all was a nice place to stay for the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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