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Wizard's LOTR Cabin: New Treehouse Addition! Pet-friendly.

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Consider a stay at Wizard's LOTR Cabin: New Treehouse Addition! Pet-friendly. and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and a playground. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 565 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
The current price is ¥17,077
¥27,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wizard's LOTR Cabin: New Treehouse Addition! Pet-friendly.

Come and surround yourself with the magic of the wizards! We are excited to add our new Wizard's Treehouse Room! Perched around a tree and next to a zip line, it offers privacy and fun, with a slide delivering you to the ground. Property also features a hot tub opened year-round, and 3 acres of fenced land. We're just three miles from Cedar Lake Memorial Campground featuring boating, fishing and a magnificent descending sand lake shore. 27 mile-long Soo Line Trail offers hiking, biking, and snowmobiling. Free Wi-Fi. Full bathroom with shower. The Wizard's Cabin is on the edge of a rural town of 450 with a park, bar/restaurant. Upsala is the town where "Things are always looking up!" Diversity is most welcome.

More information

The cottage itself is timber-framed. Its timbers were locally harvested and it is artfully crafted and decorated, with a soaring loft area accessed by ladder, and cozy living space with fireplace. There is a very large 20' X 30' deck with chairs in the front of the cottage, a smaller, more private deck outside the back patio door, and a covered porch. It also now boasts a 14 X 14 tree room with lots of light and magic, and a small deck that surrounds a gnarled old tree, much like the Ents. Visit our Mordor corner, featuring the great eye of Sauron, fun signs and warnings, and a surprise when you open the Mor Door.

Guest access

The cottage will be unlocked for you prior to your arrival. Parking is available on the street or right on the property. The three acres is yours to roam, as are wooded areas surrounding the property. Paved roads and very low traffic make for good bicycling and we have bike and walking trails nearby. A fountain and 16' waterfall is a water feature in our yard, creating pleasant "white" noise.
We also offer a full size refrigerator, a gas oven with four burners, a microwave, a kitchen sink, and a flush toilet.

Interaction with guests

We are retired and we do live in a separate house on the property so we're usually around to make sure you have everything you need/want. My goal is to provide the privacy that you've likely come here to find.

Other things to note

We are 8 miles from bike/hiking trail access near Bowlus, MN, so you have a choice of whether you want to start your excursion from here or drive there. We also lived on a paved street with extremely light traffic. Good for biking, walking, running, dog walking.
Hunters and fishing folk are welcome during those seasons. For local hunting/fishing opportunities, please look up Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). We are in the corner of Morrison, Stearns and Todd Counties, and we recommend starting your searches there.
We welcome families, singles, couples, and pets. We have 2 dogs, 2 sister cats, and a waterfall feature on the property.
We are 1.5 - 2 hours from the Twin Cities, so consider us for get away accommodations. We are far from the "madding" crowds, light and air pollution. See the stars again. And watch for the magic.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outside only

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Your pets are welcome! Plz clean up after them.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: with adult supervision

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only

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
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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Timber-frame Cottage Heart Rural Minnesota House Holdingford
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Timber-frame Cottage Heart Rural Minnesota Holdingford
Timber-frame Cottage Heart Rural Minnesota
Timber-frame Cottage Heart Rural Minnesota House Holdingford
Timber-frame Cottage Heart Rural Minnesota Holdingford
Timber-frame Cottage Heart Rural Minnesota House Holdingford
Timber-frame Cottage Heart Rural Minnesota House
Timber-frame Cottage Heart Rural Minnesota
Timber frame Cottage in Heart of Rural Minnesota
Timber frame Cottage in Heart of Rural Minnesota
Timber-frame Cottage in Heart of Rural Minnesota Holdingford
Timber-frame Cottage in Heart of Rural Minnesota Upsala
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Timber-frame Cottage Heart Rural Minnesota
Timber-frame Cottage in Heart of Rural Minnesota Upsala
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About the neighborhood

Located in Burtrum, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. Eagle Mountain and Albany Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hemker Park & Zoo and Pine Grove Zoo. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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MN, Holdingford

What's nearby

  • Goose Lake - 17 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Eagle Mountain - 19 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Big Birch Lake - 26 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Little Birch Lake - 28 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Lake Sylvia Wayside - 34 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bullfrogs Bar & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Elmdale Liquor - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shady’s Golden Eagle - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cynthia’s Kitchen & Cocktails - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Nana’s Kitchen - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Wizard's LOTR Cabin: New Treehouse Addition! Pet-friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Wizard's LOTR Cabin: New Treehouse Addition! Pet-friendly. ?

As of Jan 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wizard's LOTR Cabin: New Treehouse Addition! Pet-friendly. on Jan 18, 2026 start from ¥17,077, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wizard's LOTR Cabin: New Treehouse Addition! Pet-friendly. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wizard's LOTR Cabin: New Treehouse Addition! Pet-friendly. ?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Wizard's LOTR Cabin: New Treehouse Addition! Pet-friendly. located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Eagle Mountain, Goose Lake, and St Rosa Park. Big Birch Lake and Swan River are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Wizard's LOTR Cabin: New Treehouse Addition! Pet-friendly. Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 114 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pets had fenced in area and lots of outdoor space to sit and chill
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonny G.

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

Great place to stay

Very welcoming! Great place to relax for a weekend get away from home!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

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

Great getaway

I had a great relaxing weekend. This place/property was amazing, as were the hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charisma R.

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

What a lovely experience!

This little cabin was so cute and we absolutely loved our stay. They were great hosts and the peace and quiet was a much needed break from the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

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

A great getaway

The property is beautiful, the cabin is cozy, and the hosts are friendly and helpful. We had a wonderful getaway, in spite of some truly frigid MN temps. We even had a relaxing time in the hot tub in sub-zero temps. Thanks again for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

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

A Magical Cabin

The cabin and grounds are so imaginative and charming. We loved being able to enjoy both the indoor and outdoor spaces. The kitchen was well equipped too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darla L.

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

Family time

We had a fast getaway for a few days and had a fun time with family. We enjoyed the Cabin and outdoors. We went siteseeing in the area and golfing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short trip

We enjoyed the quiet cozy feel of the property and cottage. We also enjoyed the walkable area and that we could bring our dog without having to jump through any hoops.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molokai Mountain Rabbits

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

A peaceful retreat

This fun Lord of the Rings spot is full of hand painted butterflies and themed art. It's located in a small quiet town on a beautifully kept property. We enjoyed our quiet evening reading on the upstairs deck. Very clean and organized, we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Teen birthday night

Very relaxing and quiet. Liked looking at the art. The lot was great for the teen girls to hang out into all hours of the night. We also enjoyed the hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

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

Wonderful house!

Great property that you can easily tell that the hosts put their heart, soul and imagination into! Stayed with my two adult sons for a nearby wedding and plenty of room and everything we could need! Thank you Jill and Joan for letting us stay at your property! Would recommend this house highly! Sean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

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

Peaceful

The location was isolated and peaceful. The hosts were available and excellent. The cottage just a delight , all you could need available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

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

JJD

Birthday celebration with the girls!!!! Loved the hot tub and that it was pet friendly!! Great experience and would definitely book again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Perfect get away from life trip!

We had a blast! Jill and Joan are so creative and warm! The moment we pulled into the property it was as if we entered another world. The cabin we stayed in had so much character and was so peaceful and comfortable. There were so many lakes within a short drive so we had plenty to do and relaxed at night. We really had a great time. We will probably be going back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

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

Magical!

I had a wonderful stay at Jill and Joan’s. I especially loved that the patio is enclosed by a fence and my little dog was able to freely roam about without any worry of getting away from me. The cabin is charming and cozy and has everything needed for a relaxing time. My only regret is that I couldn’t say longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mallory S.

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

Camp Pick Up

Jill and Joan are great! Cute little small town with a bar, all they need is a coffee shop 💕 we felt very welcomed and everything we needed was there, even wood for a bonfire! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen W.

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

Sister trip

We were intrigued by the LOTR theme. There were so many features to absorb that we were still noticing them by the end of our stay. We appreciated the complimentary fresh eggs and soft drinks, very nice. We had fun with the zip lines, the slide, and enjoyed the hot tub. This is a unique property that met our needs for a relaxing, quiet, private time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

AMAZING

I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to get away from the cities for a few days. The cottage itself was adorable (almost as adorable as Jill and Joan's dogs!) and the experience was just stellar. There's not much privacy from the people you bring with you but that was no problem for us! Overall a great experience and one of like to have again :))
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Out of Town Staycation

We were looking to bring our anxiety-ridden, reactive and bitey dog with us for a test run road trip. This cottage was perfect to get out of town a couple hours away and give that a try! We are also massive nerds, so the decor was spot on for us. Hosts were great and helped out with the one issue we had in the kitchen. Overall fantastic and wonderfully quiet. We essentially road tripped to do a staycation and it was exactly what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee F.

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

Great LOTR adventure

We were looking for a getaway and this was perfect for us and our two dogs! We’re huge LOTR fans so it was such a great scavenger hunt. The owners’ house and one other rental is on the same property, but they’re spaced far enough for plenty of privacy. The cottage itself doesn’t have a ton of privacy from those you travelled with, but it would still be great for a small family. The treehouse room is accessible from either outside or up the ladder and through the loft area. And Jill and Joan were so kind and very quick to respond whenever we had questions. We could not recommend this place enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard l.

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

Wizzards treehouse cottage

My wife and I stayed in the new treehouse room that Jill and Joan added to their Wizard's Cottage. The treehouse room is full of windows and beautiful lights. The moon through the night really impressed us with the beautiful stained glass views. With three decks and room to spread out, we enjoyed the Lord of the Rings theme and creative decor. Great hosts made us feel at home and definitely have a nice price for everything offered. We're hoping to bring friends, family, especially grandchildren, to return soon for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Alicia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice ish place

The cabin is cute. Overall it’s very compact and nice. But a few things stood out. The water has a very strong sulfur smell. So doing dishes was not super pleasant and I didn’t want to shower in it. Consider bringing drinking water. The hot tub is not adjacent to the cabin. It’s across the yard at the owner’s house. Not a far walk, but not on the deck of the place you sleep at. The pic is a bit misleading. It’s also up against glass sliding doors that look into the owner’s house. Not exactly a sense of privacy there. There are also LED rainbow lights that I couldn’t figure out how to turn off. Gave it a dance party vibe. The cabin is also just off the street with a large street light somewhat close and a neighboring rental cabin down the driveway. Not sure if they share the hot tub privileges, but it was empty during our stay. The surrounding area is farmland and quiet. Overall it was OK, but the price is high for you actually get.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephenie V.

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

Mom's perfect getaway weekend!

What a quiet little place for us moms to sneak away from our families for a weekend. The place was tucked into the property, away from the road and even further from town. The place was well furnished and a perfect place to stay in and cozy up, since there is not much to do around the location. Bring all the things you need to cook and make sure your pizza isn't too big for the small oven! You can tell that they put time, energy, and love into the property with all the small intricate details. It was such a perfect weekend to relax, do face masks, do crafts with your friend and enjoy the hot tub that's on site! We decided that this would not be the place for our small children as the ladder going up to the loft is quite steep and the place is small so it is not conducive to kids under 10, in our opinion. Maybe in the spring summer and fall when you can get outdoors and enjoy the zip line, kids would like the property more. But in the winter months when it's too cold to get outside, we could see our kids getting stir crazy! We would definitely be back again for another adult getaway! And the owners are so sweet!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha S.

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

We had a great time!

A few friends stayed at the LOTR Cottage as a fall get away. It was so cute and so cozy. There is a hot tub availabe for use, 2 different zip lines, a fire pit with firewood available for purchase. The host Jill and Joan were so sweet, very nice and communication was excellent. It is located near a small town of Upsala were the local bar was so welcoming. Gave us great hospitality and the food was great. There is a grocery store very close by as well in case you needed to pick up anything. We brought. Projector and had a scary movie playing by the fire - it was perfect. The one and only thing I have to say is we werent aware there was another rental on the property. Which absolutely wasnt a problem for us. We just werent sure if sharing the hot tub would have been an issue. Which for us it wasnt. That being said, we would stay here again! Jill and Joan were fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Christopher W.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Outdated photos and shared property

Overall it was a good weekend get away. The photos are very outdated. The bed is not comfortable. The property is shared with the owner and another rental making it difficult to enjoy the shared hot tub and letting the dogs be free. Hot tub and dog friendly are the two things we specifically look for in properties, so to be disappointed in those two things made it difficult to enjoy. Property is right outside of a small town. Beautiful walk to a small bar with the best burgers we’ve ever had. Communication and response rates from the owners was timely and friendly. Although displaying your presidential preference is a freedom of choice, personally I don’t think you should when running a business. Fun fact, I learned LOTR is short for lord of the rings, so expect that theme. My wife was pointing things out to me, so that was fun. The only way upstairs inside is the ladder, so consider the need to go outside to go up if you have dogs or a hard time with ladders. Thank you for providing a comfortable place to stay for our weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024