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The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown

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A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a coffee maker, and a decorative plant.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a dresser, a window with curtains, and a door.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel oven, and a built-in dishwasher.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a television, and a bookshelf.
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 64951 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Fargo, ND
  • Place, Island Park Pool
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Plains Art Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Fargo Civic Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fargo, ND (FAR-Hector Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fargo

Located in Hawthorne within a short walk of Prairie St. John's, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Island Park Pool. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a Smart TV, and a TV.
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What's nearby

  • Island Park Pool - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Dike East Dog Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Plains Art Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fargo Civic Center - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Blue Wolf Casino - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fryn' Pan - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Mexican Village - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Duffy's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pops Soda Shack - ‬18 min walk

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
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

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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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • 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

  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

During your stay, there are just a few rules that we ask that you follow. See below:

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Hawthorne within a short 19-minute walk of Plains Art Museum and also 16 minutes on foot from Island Park Pool. You'll also find Scheels Arena and West Acres Mall within a short drive.

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

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown on Jun 30, 2026 start from $261, including 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.

Is there parking available at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a smart TV and a kitchen in each house and a kitchen in some.

Does The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Hector Intl. Airport (FAR), which is 4.8 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown?

No, there aren't any house at The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown that offer a balcony.

The Ugly Duckling: Cozy Home in Historic Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything inside was clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Ugly Duckling was a wonderful home away from home. Clean, comfortable, easy rules. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would have given a 5/5 overall but it was a little cold in the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We did have to buy a potato masher and peeler and the kitchen could use some other bowls/pans for cooking
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was perfect for what we needed - close to Fargo Dome, Airport, restaurants, etc. as we were at a wrestling event most of the days. Beds were comfortable and air conditioning was needed during the hot nights. Only thing need to fix was front door (need to pull to lock/unlock), and first level bathroom door as it gets stuck when trying to close, but not a big deal.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Warren H.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
We had trouble getting the code to work once we figured out what it was. It does not look like we were the first one to have problems as the door had been repaired before our stay. The beds were good and it was clean. There is no questions of the outside of the house and that is not by accident. I think the place is a work in progress. I wish you the best. Hank
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

8/10 Good

Sue B.

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