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Charming Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit, & Wooded Backyard

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Interior
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61878 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

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 manager

Heidi

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

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
  • 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

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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.

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

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
Saint Paul, MN

What's nearby

  • Xcel Energy Center - 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
  • ‪Brunson's Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crooked Pint Ale House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carnitas Don Tacho - ‬11 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 Aug 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit, & Wooded Backyard on Sept 8, 2025 start from CA $283.1, 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 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, Keller Golf Course, and Fitzgerald Theater. Minnesota State Fairgrounds and Science Museum of Minnesota are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Charming Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit, & Wooded Backyard Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Moses E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

The place is great, and the hot tub is a plus. It’s close to great food locations too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very charming home

The house and property were very charming and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint stay!

Great place to stay before heading to Grandma's Marathon in Duluth! Would return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Son's Wedding

Very clean Craftsman's style with all of the amenities of home! The fact that dogs are welcome was a huge factor in our decision of where to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice weekend stay

Great house and easy check in! There was lots of room to sit, chat, and have a nice girls weekend in the twin cities. Plenty of street parking. Only thing is that the faucets were difficult to turn off completely, both the kitchen and bathroom sink faucets leaked slightly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bo V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

The rental place is clean and spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage, very nice location.

Perfect for a weekend getaway with the family, the house is equipped with everything you would need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024