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

Family-friendly vacation home in St. Paul with a water park

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
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.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6175 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

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

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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.
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 neighborhood

Map
MN, Saint Paul

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

  • ‪Juche St Paul - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪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).

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.

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gabe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Beautiful interior

The home was very well decorated, and had lovely amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie H.

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

Cute house with nice hot tub!

Had a girls weekend here and enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit! Loved the decor in the house very cute
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Peaceful getaway

The house was very nice, beds were comfortable. We came here after having a celebration of life for my wife who passed away six months ago. It was just what I needed. Peaceful and comfortable. Lots of nice little touches. Made for a relaxing few days.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie E.

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

Great week in St. Paul

Beautiful house near all the activities we were interested in. Lots of family owned restaurants in the area, and close to downtown St. Paul. The only thing I would have liked, is dressers in the 2 bedrooms. When staying for a week I like to put my clothes away.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

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

Cozy, Comfortable, Beautiful

Our group of 8 young women found this house to be SO pretty and cozy. We were able to just hang out comfortably and enjoy the comfy living room and hot tub in the evening. The bedrooms were all comfortable. Heidi, the manager, could not have been more helpful and responsive. Go ahead and rent this one...you won't regret it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie T.

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

Clean and cozy home

We stayed 2 nights with my teenage boys and 78 yr old mom. Very clean older home. The backyard is very nice with fire pit and treehouse: would be fun for younger kids. Nice neighborhood. Lots of steps in home: FYI for older folks. Very well stocked home and kitchen- everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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

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

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

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

6/10 Okay

Melissa F.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
The pictures do look a little outdated based on our recent stay. It’s definitely a cute house but in need of updates and tlc. The outdoor space is was a little overgrown and all of the chairs very dirty. It seems like the area might not be in the best neighborhood. They made it a point to lock your car doors and a local told us not to go out and walk our dogs past dusk. I did think it was very strange their refrigerator wasn’t empty. It was stocked full of crusty condiments, half full 2 gallon pop, olives, etc. and thought this was pretty gross. It was also very hot throughout the house despite all of the air window units. I would also suggest if having plants is something they want to have going forward to keep them all alive because dead/dying plants inside lead to bugs/weird smells and there were both present.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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