Title: "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and fireplace ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20481000/20480920/1537cb04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20481000/20480920/781bf69a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20481000/20480920/bc243733.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20481000/20480920/03f426a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20490000/20481000/20480920/59f26f81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on 44 private acres, The Bungalow offers a serene escape amidst the woods and its own river. Enjoy complete privacy with a romantic fireplace, full kitchen, and huge entertainment room. Explore miles of marked hiking trails along the river or check on horseback riding nearby. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62002 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen ## 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. ### "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres Embark on your own "Walden Pond" adventure and be at one with nature amidst 44 private acres of serene woods with its own river running through it! You will really love it right now! Roads are always clear. Easy 20-minute drive to the Mayo Clinic. Each season brings its own magic: the fiery colors in fall, crunching through snow in the winter, new life in spring and sports and activities in the summer! The 2000 s.f. log home known as 'The Bungalow" offers a romantic fireplace, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, office/bedroom + huge entertainment room. The home is completely equipped with a full kitchen including a dishwasher. Hostess readily available. Enjoy complete privacy after a busy day, hang with friends or family, check on horseback riding at nearby Ironwoodsprings.com. Miles of marked hiking trails along the river. Check with host for special rates for 30 days or more. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### 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. - 2 accessible parking spaces - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - On a river ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Foosball table - Golf - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 2,002 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46300000/46291500/46291477/50c22b07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Berkman Folwell - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 367 reviews CA $220 CA $256 total includes taxes & fees Dec 1 - Dec 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=46291477&PinnedHotelID=46291477&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89580000/89570400/89570319/e9cd98d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Big House in a quaint little Town! 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I charge a one-time fee of $35 for each pet. Guests can check to see if early check in or late check out is available. We will accommodate you if possible. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Sorry no cats. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Babies and children are permitted ### 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as "walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres House "walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres Stewartville "walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres Stewartville ## 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%7C43.85554%2C-92.48851&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qCkA0k8a-pkZONGDzjYk11w-HIc=) Stewartville, MN #### What's nearby - Root River - 8 min drive - 9.2 km - Marcus Rochester Cinema - 11 min drive - 14.3 km - Apache Mall - 14 min drive - 19.9 km - Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus - 16 min drive - 21.7 km - Mayo Clinic - 18 min drive - 23.4 km #### Getting around - Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 7 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min walk - ‪Los Arcos - ‬6 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive - ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬18 min walk - ‪Carrs Bar And Grill - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres 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. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres? > Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres located? > This family-friendly Stewartville vacation home is located on a river, 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from Root River, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Olmsted County Fairgrounds and Apache Mall. Shops University Square and Mayo Park are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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