Title: Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=113290717&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! Cottage in Preston with free parking ## Photo gallery for Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! (Preston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113290800/113290717/f3dc78ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! (Preston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113290800/113290717/e8fffa9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! (Preston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113290800/113290717/73c3e48a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! (Preston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113290800/113290717/30dcbb48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior - Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! (Preston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113300000/113290800/113290717/51b92c94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! provides a firepit and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 6.0 ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61689 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! Cottage in Preston with free parking This smoke-free cottage features free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. The cottage features a washing machine and a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. 1.5 bathrooms and an iron/ironing board are among the other amenities available to guests. Air-conditioned accommodations at this cottage offer irons/ironing boards. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Firepit ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Fee: USD 101.27 per accommodation per stay - Service animals exempt from fees - Pets allowed in specific rooms ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83960000/83951900/83951893/111fa338.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sage Street Retreat, a quiet and relaxing getaway Lime Springs - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews CA $139 CA $241 total includes taxes & fees Jan 28 - Jan 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=83951893&PinnedHotelID=83951893&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106747100/106747026/f0657d80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming farmhouse with 4 bedrooms and WiFi, AC near Spring Valley SPRING VALLEY - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Laundry 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $205 CA $438 total includes taxes & fees Jan 18 - Jan 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=106747026&PinnedHotelID=106747026&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102040000/102036800/102036759/a27d0f9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Country School Guest House, New Construction Lanesboro - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 10 Exceptional 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=102036759&PinnedHotelID=102036759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103980000/103979000/103978974/33178187.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Wen Inn formerly Andor Wenneson Peterson - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 57 reviews CA $133 CA $146 total includes taxes & fees Jan 25 - Jan 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=103978974&PinnedHotelID=103978974&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (1 Bedroom) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117360000/117357500/117357429/baea9078.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 'fins & Flowers' Lewiston Cabin w/ Trout Fishing! 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Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property ### Property is also known as Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! Cottage Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! Preston Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! Cottage Preston ## About the area Preston is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Forestville Mystery Cave State Park and Root River, while Lanesboro Historical Museum and Lanesboro Arts Center are cultural highlights. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Steps to Root River: Home w/ Large Yard! Reviews ## Reviews All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 2.0 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Ronald May 20, 2025 Liked: Communication Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort Dirty dishes, dirty pots and pans, dirty utensils, dusty and unswept floors ##### Ronald Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Shooting Star Casino & Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Thief-River-Falls-Hotels-Shooting-Star-Casino-Hotel.h28874246.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Cmon-Inn-Hotel-Suites.h1510580.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-George-Hotels-Six-Flags-Lodge-Indoor-Waterpark.h1385446.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Casino Hinckley](https://www.expedia.ca/Hinckley-Hotels-Grand-Casino-Hinckley.h17152897.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunrovin Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Bemidji-Hotels-Dunrovin-Resort.h12626565.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brook at Turning Stone Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Utica-Hotels-Turning-Stone-Resort-And-Casino.h1684407.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairfield Inn & Suites East Grand Forks](https://www.expedia.ca/Thief-River-Falls-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-East-Grand-Forks.h10645720.Hotel-Information) > > [Eagle Ridge Resort at Lutsen Mountains](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Marais-Hotels-Eagle-Ridge-Resort-At-Lutsen-Mountains.h3081909.Hotel-Information) > > [The Breakers Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-The-Breakers-Palm-Beach.h8479.Hotel-Information) > > [Grey Wolf Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Orr-Hotels-Grey-Wolf-Lodge.h15952550.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Welk-Resorts-Palm-Springs.h1140793.Hotel-Information) > > [Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant](https://www.expedia.ca/Brainerd-Hotels-Quarterdeck-Resort-Restaurant.h15080604.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Premier The Lodge on Lake Detroit](https://www.expedia.ca/Detroit-Lakes-Hotels-Best-Western-Premier-The-Lodge-On-Lake-Detroit.h1484245.Hotel-Information) > > [Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Bavarian-Inn-Of-Frankenmuth.h9809515.Hotel-Information) > > [Tulalip Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Tulalip-Resort-Casino.h2161524.Hotel-Information) > > [Mystic Lake Casino Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Minneapolis-St-Paul-Hotels-Mystic-Lake-Casino-Hotel.h198946.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Desert-Willow-Villas.h3304313.Hotel-Information) > > [Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Angel-Of-The-Winds-Casino-Resort.h9689970.Hotel-Information) > > [Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort and Players Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hogansburg-Hotels-Akwesasne-Mohawk-Casino-Resort.h6009138.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand View Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Brainerd-Hotels-Grand-View-Lodge.h1857783.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Canad-Inns-Destination-Center-Grand-Forks.h1713856.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Hilton-Waikoloa-Village.h19640.Hotel-Information) > > [Darien Lake Lodge on the Lake ](https://www.expedia.ca/Corfu-Hotels-Darien-Lake-Lodge-On-The-Lake.h13279584.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Shadow-Ridge.h853695.Hotel-Information) > > [Superior Shores ](https://www.expedia.ca/Duluth-Hotels-Superior-Shores-Resort-Conference-Center.h3957433.Hotel-Information)