[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit, & Wooded Backyard Family-friendly vacation home in St. Paul with a water park ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102290000/102288600/102288538/w904h683x60y0-e1d06278.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102290000/102288600/102288538/w1206h1802x0y0-231facb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102290000/102288600/102288538/w546h683x239y0-f2a6ba48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102290000/102288600/102288538/20159f9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102290000/102288600/102288538/1743527d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a wooded backyard near downtown St. Paul, this charming cottage offers the perfect blend of relaxation and exploration. Enjoy bonfires, unwind in the hot tub, or retreat to one of three cozy bedrooms with well-thought sleeping accommodations. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61878 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Charming Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit, & Wooded Backyard Welcome to our home away from home! This family friendly charming cottage is less than 10 minutes from downtown St. Paul. You can stay here and enjoy the wooded backyard with bonfires and relaxing in the hot tub, or spend a night in Minnesota's capital city enjoying amazing restaurants, concerts, or any of the many festivals going on in the cities. We are off of the Gateway Trail, and many bike paths that lead all the way through the Twin Cities and to many of the Lakes nearby. The space: This private residence has kept all its historic charm and it is truly a treasure to be in the middle of Saint Paul and have a large wooded backyard. Some conveniences you’ll enjoy: \-A quaint kitchen stocked with cooking supplies \- Dedicated desk and workspace \- Well thought I was sleeping accommodations \- A wooded backyard for kids to play an explorer \- A hot tub \- A fan operated fire pit that keeps your fire going and the smoke out of your eyes! \- outdoor deck with outdoor dining and egg chair \- A magical tree fort for children five and older (all children must be supervised by adults in the tree fort). \- Charming lights everywhere that make the home so cozy! Guest access: The full home and yard is available to guest. You will enter at the front door with a personal code. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - 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 - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming 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) ### General - Composting - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 1,878 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114810000/114809700/114809684/68f89914.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Saint Paul Vacation Rental Near Downtown Summit - University - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $226 CA $496 total includes taxes & fees Oct 7 - Oct 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=114809684&PinnedHotelID=114809684&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87900000/87894900/87894883/3b4eaf0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Minneapolis 3BR House with Hot Tub! 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Midway - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 81 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=23660784&PinnedHotelID=23660784&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items and take out the trash Turn off the lights Please put all used sheets and towels in the laundry basket upstairs or in the basement. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please be respectful of our neighbors and keep the noise down by 10 PM ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 Property Registration Number ATCP-011656 ## 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%7C44.98388%2C-93.07645&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LVVkobguuOAAcCjFH2UzK1sYvMQ=) Saint Paul, MN #### What's nearby - Grand Casino Arena - 6 min drive - 6.4 km - Science Museum of Minnesota - 7 min drive - 6.4 km - Minnesota State Fairgrounds - 11 min drive - 8.3 km - Como Park Zoo and Conservatory - 11 min drive - 7.2 km - University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - 11 min drive - 8.7 km #### Getting around - Robert Street Station - 5 min drive - Saint Paul Union Depot - 10 min drive - St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Juche St Paul - ‬14 min walk - ‪Bix Produce Co. - ‬20 min walk - ‪Eastside Pizzeria - ‬17 min walk - ‪Burger King - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit, & Wooded Backyard pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Charming Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit, & Wooded Backyard? > As of Oct 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit, & Wooded Backyard on Oct 23, 2025 start from CA $312.52, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Minneapolis-St-Paul-Hotels-Charming-Cottage-With-Hot-Tub.h102288538.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Charming Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit, & Wooded Backyard? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit, & Wooded Backyard? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Charming Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit, & Wooded Backyard located? > This family-friendly St. Paul vacation home is located in Payne - Phalen, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mississippi River, Minnesota Children's Museum, and Keller Golf Course. Fitzgerald Theater is 3.1 mi (5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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