Welcome to the breathtaking Armstrong Cottage, a British Colonial-style home built around the original mid-1800s shot-gun style home, situated in a historic community at the corner of the SoMa and Mansion districts of downtown Little Rock, AR. This historic Sunshine Suite is the epitome of charm and elegance, and it offers a truly delightful living experience in a quiet, well-insulated, unique and memorable living space. The cottage is a surrounded by stunning historic homes located in the heart of the Governors Mansion and SoMa Districts of Downtown Little Rock. Keeping to the historical nature of the structure, both units were thoughtfully restored, curated, and designed to enhance your stay and offer you a unique experience as you retreat into tranquility. The Sunshine Suites design was inspired by British Colonial Revival architecture and décor.
With keyless entry, you'll have the utmost convenience and peace of mind.
Situated on one floor, this 1-bedroom suite of the duplex features a cozy and comfortable layout providing a sense of nostalgia and character. The suite boasts high ceilings trimmed with elegant chandeliers throughout. The bedroom features a queen bed withplenty of storage space between the closets and bedroom furniture.
The high-end marble bathroom in the Sunshine Suite was designed with your comfort in mind. Enter the walk-in marble shower through the 180° swinging-glass door, and enjoy a luxurious shower from the rain can shower head. The bathroom is adorned with antique brass fixtures adding a touch of indulgence to your daily routine.
The kitchen features a granite countertop and is fully stocked with cooking utensils, allowing you to indulge your culinary skills. It houses a brand new refrigerator, oven equipped with gas stovetop, microwave/vent hood, and granite countertops. Custom cabinets provide ample storage. The office/dining room is ready for you to enjoy your meals or work/study. This fully-stocked kitchen includes cookware, utensils, and plate settings for your convenience.
The suite also features a refreshing living room boasting new furniture, including: a love seat and oversized lounge chair. There are three TVs equipped with Roku devices in the bedrooms and living space for you to sign in to your favorite streaming services on a 200 MBPS Wi-Fi mesh network. It's a great space to relax and unwind after a long day. The living room is tastefully furnished, offering a cozy and inviting space to relax and unwind.
Indoor amenities in this cottage are stunning. This cottage offers comfortable and spacious accommodations for you. The thematically designed décor draws inspiration from British aesthetics, creating a unique and captivating atmosphere. The original wood floors add a touch of elegance and authenticity to the cottage. The high ceilings and gorgeous chandeliers create an atmosphere of grandeur and sophistication. The transom windows above the doors let in natural light, illuminating the space beautifully. Curated lighting illuminates the space, while elegant décor gives the suite its unique character. The original hardwood floors have been recently restored and finished. The suite has its own laundry closet with brand new, full-sized washer and dryer for your exclusive use. A tankless water-heater insures you never run out of hot water.
Outside, you'll find a shared covered front porch with furniture and ceiling fans to enjoy the fresh air and interact with friendly neighbors. The backyard has a shared concrete patio, and additional outdoor lawn and garden space.
The location of the Armstrong Cottage is ideal for medical professionals, as it is close to all hospitals. The Arkansas Children's Hospital is just a 7-minute drive away, while the UAMS Medical Center is only 9 minutes away. Additionally, the bus stop is just a few steps away, offering convenient transportation options.
Restaurants, art, entertainment, museums, and an abundance of cultural experiences are within a walk or short drive from the cottage, providing easy access to dining and shopping options. Two grocery stores and two other pharmacies are less than a mile away. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the charm and character of the Armstrong Cottage in Little Rock, AR.
GENERAL INFORMATION & HOUSE RULES
***A 1-month minimum stay is required.***
For your convenience, a groundskeeper is available to ensure the property is well-maintained.
A separate P.O. Box is required for your mail, and street parking is available.
There is a substantially thick fire wall between the two units offering peace and tranquility through sound-proofing and safety.
Room-darkening curtains hang in each room.
TV's with Roku Streaming services are available in the suite.
The units are heavily insulated, and mini splits are used in each unit to heat and cool, so please keep them between 72F and 78F to help keep utilities at a reasonable level. Controls for the mini splits are located in holsters on the walls for each room the unit is in. Please keep the holsters in their holders, as we do not want to lose these items. The mini splits need monthly servicing to maintain optimal performance, and should your stay be longer than one month, our maintenance crew will need access to the unit to service these mini splits.
The front porch has two ceiling fans that use a shared remote, and each fan is turned on and off from the switch inside the unit it sits in front of. The remote for the fans is located on the front porch in a wall-mounted caddy. Please keep the remote in its caddy.
The sunshine suite has a heated towel rod in its bathroom, please keep the switch off when not actively using, since the towel rod can become quite hot if left on for too long.
The cottage boasts original white oak hardwood floors that are over 150 years old. Please be careful with them as you would your great-grandparents, and do not wear shoes (ex: stilettos) or drop objects on them that could damage the wood. If something does happen (as accidents do), please notify your hosts as soon as possible, so we may have our maintenance crew address the issue promptly.
Enjoy access to your own large washer/dryer units inside a laundry closet. Please clean out the dryer's lint filter after each use.
The furnishings and accommodations are curated and inventoried with care, so please take with you at check out only what you brought with you. This helps us keep everything in place for the next guests and you, should you return!
Feel free to reach out to your hosts should you need anything or have questions about the Armstrong Cottages history and the surrounding area.
Thank you for choosing the Armstrong Cottage!
Your Hosts,
Heather and Sam
SoLuna Properties LLC
