The Wisdom House est. 1878 | House in Baker City

10.0 (65 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  16 Guests
Baker City House | The Wisdom House est. 1878

4 Bedroom House in Baker City

The Wisdom House was built 1878, and is in the Heart of Downtown Baker City Historic District. it is the oldest home in Baker City still proudly displaying its original valances/draperies in the living room and dining room from 1878. This home is the perfect getaway within walking distance to shops, restaurants museums, parks and so much more. It has central heat and air conditioning. Sleeps 16. Great for large group gatherings in the l
landscaped yard with host approval, fee may apply
The perfect getaway in this restored Historic Home. The Wisdom House is the oldest home in Baker City, circa 1878. It is in the Heart of Downtown Historic District just walking distance to shops, restaurants, museums, parks and so much more. This Historic Home features 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, dining room, eat-in kitchen breakfast area and loft area. The upstairs 2nd floor bedrooms open up onto a Balcony overlooking Downtown Baker City. The 3rd floor is an open floor with 4 twin beds and 3/4 bed. One bedroom is located on the first floor. The upstairs bathroom features a claw-foot bathtub and Plush bathrobes are provided for your comfort. This home has Central Air-conditioning for those hot days. Free Wireless Internet. Three flat screen televisions are provided for each of the 3 floors with Roku, DVD`s.
Bedrooms: 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 16, Beds/Sofa beds for 14 plus air mattresses if needed
Bedroom 1: 1 King
Bedroom 2: Queen
Bedroom 3: Queen
Bedroom 4: 4 twin, full bed and roll away cot
Loft area: 1 double sofa bed
Living room: 1 Queen sofa bed
Bedroom #1 has a King size Bed, opens up to the balcony on the second floor over looking 2nd Street and the Historic District. Bedroom
#2 has a Queen size bed and has access to the balcony, Bedroom
#3 has a Queen bed,
Bedroom #4 is the 3rd floor open floor with 4 twin beds, a full bed and a roll away cot.
Loft area on the second floor has a double size sofa bed
Downstairs living room has a Queen size sofa bed. there are pillows and comforter for Living Room Sofa Bed in the chest behind door by the sofa.
Rooms have central air and heat.
Bathrooms: 2 Bathrooms
Bathroom 1: toilet, tub
Upstairs bath with a Claw Foot Tub
Bathroom 2: toilet, shower
Downstairs Bathroom
Guest will have access to the entire home except for locked owner closets.
The entire yard is also available and a charcoal and propane BBQ are provided. Note: propane for BBQ and fire pit is provided as a curtesy but not guaranteed.
The upstairs 2nd floor bedrooms open up to the balcony and are available to guests. Adult supervision is a must if children are in the balcony. No horse playing allowed out in the balcony.
Host is available to answer any questions, concerns, or set up a special activity via email, phone or text as needed and/or meet in person if preferred. We value your privacy and therefore have a self check-in/out system.
The home is in the Baker City Historic District two blocks from Main Street Downtown
Smoking is not allowed in the house. Smoking outside must be at least 15 feet away from doors or windows and discard appropriately (not inside receptacles)
Gatherings allowed for those on the reservation plus 6 additional individuals. For larger gatherings, please get prior written approval from host as there may be additional fees

The Wisdom House est 1878 is located in Baker City. The Wisdom House est 1878 provides accommodation, featuring Laundry, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features Laundry, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Wisdom House est 1878 has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 16 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Baker City has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Baker City, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

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Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: adult supervision is required on the balacony
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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

Reviews

Eileen B.
Aug 10, 2025 02:09:34 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Our favorite story in the John Wisdom history, which we highly recommend, was the tale of the vat man. On a sweltering August day, 1910, the city was paving the road in front of the house. That night the smoke from the streaming vat of tar poured into the second floor french doors. Father Wisdom could bear no more, donned his pants and went to confront the vat man. The argument escalated, and Glen, a Wisdom son, donned his own pants and raced down the stairs. He heard the vat man say, “Go back to bed you SOB,” and Father Wisdom, in his 70’s, flattened the vat man. Quoting the history, “if he’d been a hundred he would take those words from no man.” Glen picked up the vat man and ran off down the street. The family persuaded Father Wisdom to go inside, having done enough.Still pre-dawn, the police arrived with a warrant for Father’s arrest. The second time that night, he donned his pants. To the surprise of all, the man making the complaint had only one arm. Glen swore he was in possession of both. Father Wisdom admitted that it was dark and he was justifiably riled considering the smoke and insults.In the paper the next morning, the headline read, “Prominent Business Man and Son Assault One-armed Man.” Glen, convinced that vat man had switched places with another, went into law and returned home to set the story straight. He never did find the legitimate vat man and forever the Wisdoms were haunted by the charge: assault and vattery of a one-armed man.
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