Your Mom's Place · Private Room Near UNCG

Room in Greensboro, North Carolina

  1. 2 bedrooms
  2. 2 queen beds
  3. Private attached bathroom
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars.3 reviews
Stay with Joy
  1. Superhost
  2. 10 years hosting

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Room in a home

Your own room in a home, plus access to shared spaces.
Your Moms is 2 private upstairs bedrooms in our home on West Wendover Ave in Idlewood / Midtown Greensboro. Joy and Eric live on the main floor and are your hosts. In honor of our moms, Dottie and Uschi, we curated this welcoming space near Downtown, Cone Hospital, and the Greenway. Each room has a queen memory foam bed with 100% cotton bedding, two dedicated workspaces, dorm-fridges, microwaves, and en suite Jack-and-Jill bath for guests only, plus sound insulation and room-darkening curtains.

The space
Your Mom's Place offers two private upstairs bedrooms and a private bathroom in a warm, welcoming Greensboro, NC home — minutes from UNCG, Cone Health, and Downtown Greensboro. You get your own space; the rest of the home is shared with your friendly hosts Joy and Eric.
This is the right spot for solo travelers, visiting students, travel nurses doing short rotations, and anyone who wants two affordable, comfortable rooms in a real neighborhood rather than a chain hotel. The vibe is homey, not sterile — think spare bedroom at a friend's house who actually has good taste.
Private bathroom, no access to kitchen and limits on some common areas, fast WiFi, and off-street parking. The Piedmont Triad location puts you within easy reach of everything Greensboro has to offer.
Perfect for: Extended stays, traveling professionals, family visits, golfers visiting Greensboro Country Club, solo travelers, UNCG students or visiting families, travel nurses, budget-conscious professionals, short-term Greensboro stays.
Nearby: UNCG (5 min), Cone Health campuses, Downtown Greensboro, Tanger Center, Greensboro Coliseum.

🌻 About Your Moms

Welcome to Your Moms, a pair of private upstairs rooms in our shared Idlewood / Midtown neighborhood home.

Together, Grandma Dottie’s Room (named for Joy’s mom, Dottie) and Mamaw Uschie’s Room (named for Eric’s mom, Ursala) make up Your Moms: a warm, welcoming space that celebrates two remarkable women who have shaped our family with their love, humor, and strength.

Dottie, a master gardener and lifelong nurturer, lives in Kernersville with her 100-pound shepherd-poodle mix, Fred, and fills her days volunteering at her church nursery, leading Bible study, and working with the Shepherd’s Center.

Uschie, originally from Germany, has lived in the U.S. since she married Eric's Dad Ervin, and raised Eric with music, laughter, and homemade meals that turned neighbors into family. Both women are natural caretakers, grounded by kindness, faith, and a love for community - and this home carries their spirit in every thoughtful detail.

Located less than a mile from Cone Hospital, Downtown Greensboro, and the Greenway Urban Trail, Your Moms offers comfort and connection in a peaceful, walkable neighborhood close to everything.

For our shared-home private guest rooms, we kindly require a photo of a government-issued ID before arrival to confirm the booking guest is the one staying, as third-party bookings are not permitted by Airbnb.

🏡 The Space

Comfort and Rest:
Each bedroom features a queen-size memory foam mattress with high-thread-count 100% cotton sheets. Room-darkening curtains create a peaceful setting for restorative sleep.

Workspace and Convenience:
Both rooms include built-in desks with task lighting, plus mini-fridges and microwaves for easy snacks and warm meals.

Cleaning and Storage:
Each room includes a vacuum, iron and closet to keep belongings organized.

Bathroom:
The two rooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, accessible via en suite, directly from each bedroom. The bathroom features a curved glass shower, pedestal sink, hooks for your personal items, and an extensive selection of travel-size toiletries for comfort and privacy.

🐾 Pet Policy

We love animals and welcome them thoughtfully. Please read carefully before booking:

• Two-pet maximum. These rooms are cozy, and more than two pets can overwhelm the space and make cleaning difficult between guests.
• List all pets in your booking request so we can prepare accordingly.
• Pets are not allowed on furniture or bedding.
• Guests traveling with cats must share their litter setup and containment plan before booking and confirm measures are in place to prevent clawing or spraying.
• Pick up outdoor waste and report any accidents or damage right away.
• Unregistered pets, excessive shedding, or damage beyond normal cleaning may result in additional charges through Airbnb's Resolution Center.

We clean exclusively with eco-friendly, non-toxic products that are safe for pets, people, and the planet.

🛏 Linen Care and Damage Fees

Our linens are high-thread-count 100% cotton, washed with gentle unscented detergent to keep them soft and allergen free.

If linens or towels are permanently stained or damaged, the following fees apply:
• 25 dollars per bath towel
• 100 dollars per sheet set
• Quilt or duvet cover TBD

Guests are notified of any charges before they are submitted through Airbnb's Resolution Center.

🚽 Flushing Policy

Only toilet paper and natural waste should be flushed.
Do not flush wipes, even those labeled "flushable," or feminine products.
Plumbing repairs caused by misuse are billed between $100 and $500.

🍳 Kitchen and Coffee

Our kitchen is not available for guest use, but we often share coffee in the mornings when we’re home. Both rooms have mini-fridges and microwaves for convenience.

🧺 Laundry

Guests staying 28 nights or more may do one load of laundry with our low-fragrance detergent. Please provide 24 hours' notice to coordinate access.

🧹 Mid-Stay Cleaning

Available with 24 hours' notice for an additional fee. A great option for keeping things fresh during longer stays.

📍 Local Attractions and Distances

• Cone Hospital - 0.9 miles
• Downtown Greensboro (breweries, music, arts) - 0.8 miles
• Deep Roots Market - 1.5 miles
• House of Health - 1.2 miles
• UNCG - 2.5 miles
• Tanger Center for the Performing Arts - 1.4 miles
• Greensboro Arboretum - 3.9 miles
• Greenway Urban Trail and Skatepark - short walk
• Greensboro Country Club — less than 1 mile, one of the Piedmont Triad's premier golf clubs

💛 Community and Connection

We are a local, non-corporate business that proudly supports Guilford County high school students through the Occupational Course of Study (OCS) program by offering real job-site learning experiences. Students gain valuable life and work skills while contributing meaningfully to our homes - a cause close to Joy’s heart as a former special education teacher.

Your Moms reflects that same community spirit - a place built with care, shared with love, and grounded in authenticity.

🎵 Experience Greensboro

Staying at Your Moms means enjoying the comfort of a Greensboro home that feels sustainable, mindfully curated, loved, and real. From nearby coffee shops like Delicious Café, Union Coffee, Northern Roots, and Awoo, to local breweries, parks, and live music venues, we’re always happy to share favorite local spots.

Welcome home to Your Moms.

Warmly,
Joy and Eric 🌻
Local • Non-Corporate

Guest access
Guests stay at Your Mom’s will have access to the two bedrooms upstairs with the connected bathroom, as well as the side porch outside the house on the Grayland side of the house. Each room had a small dorm sized refrigerator and microwave oven. Each room as a built in desk with lamp.

During your stay
Welcome to our home! We live on the main floor and proudly host guests in our two upstairs bedrooms—Dotties and Uschies—named in honor of Joy’s mom, Dottie, and Eric’s mom, Uschie. These rooms are available individually or together as “Your Moms” (please see our photo with the detailed floor plan).

Guests enter through our distinctive PINK, ARCHED front door that faces W Wendover Ave, and go straight upstairs; Your Moms two rooms are located at the top through either right or left door. The upstairs was remodeled in 2021 with noise-dampening insulation in all walls and floors, new LVP flooring, a new bathroom, built-in desks with lamps and outlets, updated electrical, and new windows for a truly modern retreat.

We also offer whole-house furnished rentals at Library of Ivy and Ellie, Sisters, Hunsucker’s Place, and Urban Bird House. As a licensed NC realtor and former special education teacher, Joy is passionate about sharing the best of Greensboro. We’re a small, local non-corporate business that proudly supports Guilford County high school students in the Occupational Course of Study by providing a job site for experiential learning.

Enjoy your stay!

Other things to note
The kitchen on the main floor is not accessible to guests except for coffee, if we have made it and hot water in the electric kettle. The location of this home is super urban. This is an old house. While we do have homes professionally cleaned by a small, local cleaning company, between guests, we can not guarantee a gluten-free, pet hair-free, 100% sterile environment. We love creating our spaces to mimic staying at the home of a beloved friend or relative and ask that guests please treat these spaces respectfully.
For our shared-home private guest rooms, we kindly require a photo of a government-issued ID before arrival to confirm the booking guest is the one staying, as third-party bookings are not permitted by Airbnb.

Pets Welcome with a few simple guidelines:
• We happily welcome up to two well-behaved pets per stay 🐾
• Please include all pets in your booking request so we can prepare the home accordingly.
• Pets are not allowed on furniture or bedding.
• Guests traveling with cats must disclose their litter setup and containment plan before booking and confirm that measures are in place to prevent clawing or spraying. This helps us keep the home fresh and allergy-friendly for future guests.
• You’re responsible for picking up outdoor waste and reporting any accidents or damage right away so we can address them promptly.
• Unregistered pets, excessive shedding, or damage beyond normal cleaning may result in an additional cleaning charge through Airbnb’s Resolution Center.
• We use eco-friendly, non-toxic cleaners to protect pets, people, and planet

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Lock on bedroom door
Garden view
Fast wifi – 467 Mbps
Dedicated workspace
Free driveway parking on premises – 3 spaces

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Where you’ll be

Greensboro, North Carolina, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Idlewood aka Midtown Greensboro

Idlewood, often referred to as Midtown, is one of Greensboro most connected and quietly beloved neighborhoods. It sits just outside the downtown core and blends the ease of an established residential area with the energy of city living. Tree lined streets, early to mid twentieth century homes, and long standing neighbors give this area a grounded, lived in feel that many guests appreciate immediately.

Idlewood is surrounded by some of Greensboro most recognizable neighborhoods, including Fisher Park, Latham Park, Old Irving Park, Westerwood, and College Hill. Each adds its own character, history, and rhythm, creating a larger walkable network of homes, parks, and local streets that feel cohesive rather than isolated.

Walkability and Access

This area is especially well suited for guests who value walkability and flexibility. From Idlewood, it is easy to walk or bike to Downtown Greensboro, Cone Hospital, and many daily needs without relying on a car. Public transit stops are nearby, and rideshare services are widely available, but many guests find they rarely need them.

One of the defining features of the neighborhood is direct access to Greensboro extensive urban trail system. The Downtown Greenway, Downtown Greenway Loop, and Bicentennial Greenway connect this area to Cone Hospital, Wesley Long Hospital, Downtown Greensboro, Battleground Avenue, and even Bur Mill Park. Walking, biking, and ebikes are all common here, and many guests choose this location specifically because it allows them to live comfortably without a car.

Everyday Places and Local Favorites

Living in Idlewood means being close to both essentials and local favorites. Downtown Greensboro is less than a mile away and offers independent restaurants, breweries, live music venues, parks, and cultural spaces. Cone Hospital is nearby, which makes this area especially popular with medical professionals and travel nurses.

Local spots like Deep Roots Market, House of Health, neighborhood coffee shops, and small businesses are woven into daily life here. This is not a big box corridor or a tourist zone. It is a real neighborhood supported by locally owned businesses and people who know each other.

Recreation and Outdoor Space

For guests who enjoy being outside, this area offers a mix of movement and calm. The greenway trails are ideal for walking, biking, and clearing your head after a long day. Parks and green spaces nearby provide room to slow down, read, or simply sit under mature trees. The neighborhood feels active without feeling overwhelming.

Community and Local Spirit

Idlewood and Midtown are known for their strong sense of community. Neighbors tend to look out for one another, and many people who live here choose to stay long term. You will notice a mix of longtime residents, creatives, professionals, and families, all contributing to the character of the area.

Our homes are part of a small local business rooted in this neighborhood. We proudly support experiential learning by providing work opportunities for Guilford County high school students enrolled in the Occupational Course of Study. This connection to the community matters to us and shapes how we host.

A Good Fit for Many Reasons

Whether you are in Greensboro for work, healthcare, relocation, or an extended stay, Idlewood aka Midtown offers a rare balance. It is close to everything without feeling chaotic, connected without feeling crowded, and grounded in a way that makes it easy to settle in.

Guests who choose this neighborhood often value walkability, real neighborhoods, and a sense of place. It is a part of Greensboro that reveals itself more the longer you stay, and many visitors find it becomes a favorite reason to return.

Meet your host

Superhost
549 reviews
4.89 out of 5 average rating
10 years of hosting
My work: JoyWatsonRealEstate
I spend too much time: Thinking
Fun fact: I lived in Singapore and moved 25 times
What makes my home unique: Curated with love.
For guests, I always: Share our favorite spots
We are a local, non-corporate, full-service real estate and guest home management company rooted in Greensboro, NC. Our thoughtfully curated homes feature real furniture, natural-fiber bedding, and low/no scent homes. Our properties serve as experiential learning hubs, supporting high school students with learning differences. Learn more on the Joy Watson Real Estate blog. We honor our five adult children and two mothers through stories, artwork, and memories woven into each home.

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm