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Can't beat homey ski retreat adjacent to Afton Alps and scenic Afton State Park.

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Escape to a cozy home near Afton Alps Ski Area and Afton State Park, perfect for gatherings with friends and family. Cozy up by one of two gas fireplaces in spacious living areas or unwind in the separate den/bedroom. With its large kitchen, plenty of parking, and scenic surroundings.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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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.

Can't beat homey ski retreat adjacent to Afton Alps and scenic Afton State Park.

Comfortable home is walking distance to Afton Alps Ski Area and Afton State Park. It is the perfect place to gather with friends and family, while enjoying the great outdoors. Large kitchen with new appliances and tons of cabinet space. Cozy up at either gas fireplace located in spacious family and living room areas. Even a separate den/bedroom that can be used for a quiet hangout or kids space.

Close to Afton, Stillwater, Hastings, and Hudson, WI, all riverfront downtowns with great shopping and dining. 30 minutes to the Twin Cities!

Great place for downhill skiing, hiking, biking, cross country skiing, and snow shoeing. All located in the scenic St. Croix River Valley.

Beautiful all 4 seasons of the year. Plenty of parking onsite if you trailer a boat. Public boat launch within 5 miles. The Fall is apple orchard time in Denmark Township, 4 fantastic orchards within 7 miles. Some of the best fall colors anywhere. Walk to Afton State Park or just a few miles to Saint Croix Bluffs Regional Park and the Carpenter Nature Center.

Access to a two car attached garage. House has Ring cameras outside only for security on front and side entrance.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

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
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snow sports gear
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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: Only non-shedding/hypo-allergenic breeds allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

House Hastings
House Private vacation home
House Private vacation home Hastings

About the neighborhood

Map
MN, Hastings

What's nearby

  • Afton Alps Ski Area - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Afton Alps Golf Course - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Afton State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mall of America - 37 min drive - 48.2 km
  • U.S. Bank Stadium - 42 min drive - 54.0 km

Getting around

  • Saint Paul Union Depot - 26 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carbone's Kitchen & Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Happy Rohm - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Lumberyard Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Afton House Inn - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Can't beat homey ski retreat adjacent to Afton Alps and scenic Afton State Park. 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 Can't beat homey ski retreat adjacent to Afton Alps and scenic Afton State Park.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Can't beat homey ski retreat adjacent to Afton Alps and scenic Afton State Park.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Can't beat homey ski retreat adjacent to Afton Alps and scenic Afton State Park. located?

Located on a river, this ski-in/ski-out vacation home in Hastings is within a 5-minute walk of Afton Alps Ski Area and Afton Alps Golf Course and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing and sledding. Afton State Park and Saint Croix River are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Reviews

8/10 Good

Sandra DeLeon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay and the property was clean, quite and very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the tranquil, nature-filled location! The home was perfectly accommodated. The host, Amy, thought of all the comforts to make our stay enjoyable, seamless, relaxing and memorable. We plan to make this an annual tradition!Thanks Amy!
Stayed 35 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place. Everything you need and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulette G.

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

Sisters get together

Great place to spend some quality time with family. Quiet, beautiful setting. The host was very accomdating and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Very nice! If you’re skiing it’s a must

Great place to stay. We were skiing and it is right beside Afton Alps! Definitely will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Great space!

Had a great time with friends! Very nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa w.

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

Great location for hiking in the park

Wonderful location with great outdoor spaces
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niki S.

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

Great ski vacation rental!

The house was wonderfully and thoughtfully setup for our stay. Had everything we needed to make our trip comfortable. Very close to the ski resort making it easy to come in and out throughout the day. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gianna S.

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

Girls weekend getaway was a blast

Lovely location and property! Huge and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

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

Perfect stay

The property is always clean, the location is perfect for hitting the slopes.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

phillip a.

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

Company trip

Took our team skiing and had a blast. Loved that the house was right by the slopes. Will def be back again and want to get this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Afton house

Third time staying here for fall golf trip and visiting friends in the area. Has always been a great stay. Location is wonderful. State Park close by for excellent e
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Richard & Nancy J.

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

Early spring stay

No skiing this trip as early spring thaw closed Afton Alps. Family agrees that the spacious well equipped home would be great for skiing another time. We liked the proximity to Stillwater, Hudson & Hastings. Check out Selma’s in Afton for the best Ice cream.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate S.

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

Great Place

Nice clean house in a great location. Perfect for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

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

Christmas 2024

This property was perfect for our family to gather to celebrate Christmas and enjoy the snow. Beautifully decorated for the holidays, had all of the supplies we needed, clean, and the check-in/check-out was a breeze! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Forever Friends

We needed a place to stay for the weekend to spend time with friends of 50 years. This place was great. Outdoor and indoor seating was great and the host was easy to contact!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay R.

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

Great house!!

We stayed for my daughter's wedding weekend. We wished we had more time to enjoy the property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Great weekend with friends

We had a great time staying at this location. Very quiet with a great deck and yard!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

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

Fabulous Cabin

Very clean and beautiful cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence C.

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

We were very please with this rental and location of the home. The owner was wonderful to work with

Perfect wilderness location with very good amenities. We will rent this home again on our next visit to Minnesota.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

Perfect for girls weekend

Plenty of room for gathering, comfortable beds, lots of kitchen counter space. Great outdoor spaces that we didn't use because of weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Right next to Afton Alps

Great location if you plan to ski. The living areas are bigger than they look in the photos. Lots of room to gather or play games. I give our host five stars. We visited at the end of the ski season and she sent us a message that the resort would be closed on the last day of our stay. We were thankful not to find that out at the last minute.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Exceeded Expectations!

Such a spacious place! Pictures do not do it justice! Plenty of space for everyone! Location to Afton Alps was incredible! We could not have been happier! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine B.

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

Great place if you wish to ski

The location is excellent right by the slopes-Everything we needed was there, close to the city for a short drive- It was exactly what we needed. Enjoyable for anyone wishing to ski-
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

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

Great place for a long weekend

We enjoyed this house very much, it was roomy enough to sleep all 7 of us very comfortably. The location is great and isolated, but might not be so much during ski season.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022