[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Can't beat homey ski retreat adjacent to Afton Alps and scenic Afton State Park. Ski-in/ski-out access for fun in the snow ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70310000/70309500/70309493/e1129b87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70310000/70309500/70309493/f628ba14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70310000/70309500/70309493/71587113.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70310000/70309500/70309493/566272b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70310000/70309500/70309493/b55eb8bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a cozy home near Afton Alps Ski Area and Afton State Park, perfect for gatherings with friends and family. Cozy up by one of two gas fireplaces in spacious living areas or unwind in the separate den/bedroom. With its large kitchen, plenty of parking, and scenic surroundings. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Can't beat homey ski retreat adjacent to Afton Alps and scenic Afton State Park. Comfortable home is walking distance to Afton Alps Ski Area and Afton State Park. It is the perfect place to gather with friends and family, while enjoying the great outdoors. Large kitchen with new appliances and tons of cabinet space. Cozy up at either gas fireplace located in spacious family and living room areas. Even a separate den/bedroom that can be used for a quiet hangout or kids space. Close to Afton, Stillwater, Hastings, and Hudson, WI, all riverfront downtowns with great shopping and dining. 30 minutes to the Twin Cities! Great place for downhill skiing, hiking, biking, cross country skiing, and snow shoeing. All located in the scenic St. Croix River Valley. Beautiful all 4 seasons of the year. Plenty of parking onsite if you trailer a boat. Public boat launch within 5 miles. The Fall is apple orchard time in Denmark Township, 4 fantastic orchards within 7 miles. Some of the best fall colors anywhere. Walk to Afton State Park or just a few miles to Saint Croix Bluffs Regional Park and the Carpenter Nature Center. Access to a two car attached garage. House has Ring cameras outside only for security on front and side entrance. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Ski-in/ski-out access - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - No elevator - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a river ### Things to do - Ski-in/ski-out access - Snow sports gear - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100650000/100643200/100643159/b6ff04a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful old home with lots of character, a few blocks from downtown Prescott! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as House Hastings House Private vacation home House Private vacation home Hastings ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.85258%2C-92.79195&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tqfz2hrZUe-Z2JgEcYyEyQ3tqh0=) Hastings, MN #### What's nearby - Afton Alps Ski Area - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Afton Alps Golf Course - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Afton State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Troy Burne Golf Club - 30 min drive - 28.7 km - University of Wisconsin River Falls - 36 min drive - 40.1 km #### Getting around - Saint Paul Union Depot - 26 min drive - St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Carbone's Kitchen & Pub - ‬9 min drive - ‪Beach Bar - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Happy Rohm - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Lumberyard Pub - ‬9 min drive - ‪Afton House Inn - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Can't beat homey ski retreat adjacent to Afton Alps and scenic Afton State Park. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Can't beat homey ski retreat adjacent to Afton Alps and scenic Afton State Park.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Can't beat homey ski retreat adjacent to Afton Alps and scenic Afton State Park.? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Can't beat homey ski retreat adjacent to Afton Alps and scenic Afton State Park. located? > Located on a river, this ski-in/ski-out vacation home in Hastings is within a 5-minute walk of Afton Alps Ski Area and Afton Alps Golf Course and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing and sledding. Afton State Park and Saint Croix River are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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