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The Fox Den Comfy Lower Unit

Nature lovers find a peaceful sanctuary at this working hobby farm retreat, where six generations of family history blend with modern comforts

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Whippletree Farm offers rustic charm on a sixth-generation family property with comfy accommodations in the farmhouse's lower level. Explore nature trails, access gardens, and stay connected with WiFi. This peaceful retreat is conveniently near St. Paul and Stillwater.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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About the neighborhood

Lake Elmo is home to this farm stay. Grand Casino Arena and Warden's House Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Tamarack Village and Maplewood Mall. Traveling with kids? Consider Ice Castle, or check out an event or a game at North Oaks East Rec. Center. Visit our Lake Elmo travel guide
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MN, Lake Elmo

What's nearby

  • Foggy morning walk
    Century College
    7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Elmo's Pup Park
    6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Saint Croix Vineyards
    8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Maplewood Mall
    9 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Lift Bridge Brewing Company
    9 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Quinny’s Sports Pub and Grill
    8 min drive
  • Shar'els Cafe
    8 min drive
  • Burger King
    8 min drive
  • Pizza Ranch
    8 min drive

About this property

The Fox Den Comfy Lower Unit

Family-friendly farm stay
The Fox Den Comfy Lower Unit provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Secured bicycle storage, games, and barbecue grills
  • Smoke-free premises, books, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at The Fox Den Comfy Lower Unit boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and travel cribs
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters and recycling
  • Bathrooms with bidets and tubs or showers
  • Smart TVs with DVD players
  • Separate dining areas, kitchens, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Kayak
  • Stereo

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Rules

This is a working farm that is a shared outdoor space. As such, the property has posted expectations. Our house guide lists the dwelling expectations.

Pets

Pets not 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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Fox Den Comfy Lower Unit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Fox Den Comfy Lower Unit?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Fox Den Comfy Lower Unit?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Fox Den Comfy Lower Unit located?

Located in Lake Elmo, this family-friendly farm stay is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Elmo's Pup Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Saint Croix Vineyards and Lift Bridge Brewing Company. Ice Castle and Tamarack Village are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Fox Den Comfy Lower Unit Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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

Perfect getaway with family!

Such a cute farmhouse. Very clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

Peaceful stay

We loved our stay in the Fox Den. It was nice and peaceful to come back to after a busy day.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October in MN can be chilly, and it was. The Fox Den was comfortable the whole time. We are transplanted Minnesotans and the on-farm site in Lake Elmo was like coming home. We even heard cows bellering in the morning. We loved our week and have reserved for next summer. We really felt at home and the host was superb. Ron V from Fort Myers, FL
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

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

Cozy and comfy

My two college age children and I had the best time on the farm! We loved the apartment! It was perfect for relaxing! Great location for visiting with family in Stillwater.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

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

Charming farm house

We enjoyed the quiet country atmosphere. The house was comfortable and well equipped for our stay. Loved being among the chickens and goats. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Somerset Adventure

Very clean and quiet. We to Somerset ti see Hootie and the Blowfish. 20 minure drive. Would recommend to everyone..we will stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bucky B.

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

Lake Elmo

Very nice VRBO in Lake Elmo. What a quiet retreat in the middle of the metropolis. Would highly recommend this cottage for anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Peace and tranquility just outside the busy city

Very nice place to get away from the traffic, noise, etc of the twin cities, but close enough to provide access to all of the amenities. Clean, safe and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

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

Girls get away

Beautiful peaceful setting, girl friends spent talking and praying hiking cooking and eating! Spent a day in Stillwater rode the trolley and finished our trip with brunch at the Lake Elmo Inn!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

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

Rural Gem!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay on this lovely farm. Fabulous hosts- excellent communication and thoughtfulness. Comfortable beds and furniture. Well stocked kitchen with all the essentials. Peter went the extra mile to make our stay exceptional. We are already booked to stay here again. Grateful for this super cozy and convenient spot near St. Paul.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lane t.

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

Peaceful getaway

We enjoyed our stay here. The beds were comfortable and we enjoyed the well maintained trails. It was peaceful and quiet. Our only issue was that there was only 1 window AC unit in the master bedroom. It was cool in the evenings, so it was tolerable, but I do believe it would be an issue if it was any warmer outside. Mr. Peter was a wonderful host and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

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

Perfect girlfriends gathering spot

Beautiful property with a fantastic house. They thought of every amenity and more. Great beds, high end paper products, wonderful kitchen with ice for drinks, cream and sugar for coffee and a fancy hot water pot- nice soaps and toiletries too. Happy they provided extra charging cords and a Sonos system. We enjoyed the cozy living space, soft blankets and the gorgeous property for a morning hike. Definitely worth more than we paid - hope to stay again sometime.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeni S.

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

Honest, thorough, and good review

We very much enjoyed our stay on this property. The housing was adequate; great home and very clean. Nicely stocked but it was quite warm (80-83 degrees) in the house for my family (we normally keep our thermostat between 68-71). The window air unit was essential but there was no way to cool the back bedroom. The house is well stocked and taken care of. We enjoyed a walk around the property and meeting the goat, the cat, and seeing a number of deer, birds, berries, and fun wildlife. The owner was very responsive and even dropped by the property at my request. We also left my daughter's swim stuff behind and he kindly has agreed to ship it to us. We even took suggestions from his book for coffee and food and gave those locations high ratings as well. Would recommend to a friend, but also maybe bring a fan in the summer months.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

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

Peaceful charming oasis

We thrived at Whippletree’s Cozy Farmhouse. Nature and quiet surrounded us. We saw deer (two fawns!), ground hogs, sand hill cranes, turkeys, heard coyotes at night, and visited the goats and chickens. The beds were incredibly comfortable. Well appointed, the home had lovely cozy blankets for curling up in front of a movie. Our daughter was excited by the PlayStation, though we were too busy to use it. After our days engagements in St. Paul and Northern MN, we relished coming home to the peace and quiet of the farmhouse. The onsite trails are an absolute gem!! Well maintained, they were a pleasure to hike. Our family plans to make this our home in MN whenever we visit family. The host is exceptional, the home is lovely, and farm is wonderful. We will be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Perfect country stay in convenient part of city

If i could give 6 stars i would. What a magical stay. Quiet, peaceful, fireflies at night, occasional thunderstorms, responsive hosts, clean place, wildlife, and farm animals. It's a little dated, and there is only air in the master, but the house stays relatively cool and there was a decent breeze that kept us comfortable despite hot summer humid temps. All of us agreed, this place was a better choice than the hotels or local VRBOs around with air conditioning. There's a nice walk path around the property, and there are plenty of animals and wildlife. We saw deer in the yard each day and even emus or lamas? (Not sure what they were)We will stay again if it's still available for rent when we come back to MN, I couldn't recommend this place more than i do. And i mentioned only having air conditioning in the master, with the ceiling fans and the breeze throughout the house, even though it was quite warm during our stay, we didn't even turn on the window air conditioning unit... it was just fine without it. We are pretty sensitive to hot nights and the house cools down so well at night it was never a problem. Lastly, the host, Peter, was extremely responsive to any questions we had during our stay. What a treasure, I'm glad we found it. I almost wonder if I'll regret such a raving review in case it hinders our chances of booking it again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable and quiet. Perfect weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderfully quiet and a great place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 night's while in town visiting my sister. Great property and very nice host. Super clean with nice little extra touches. Beautiful trail to hike on the property. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our stay, visiting friends near Stillwater, Lake Elmo and Mahtomedi. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierce J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a 100 year old family farm, with goats, chickens, and bees. The farm is a nature park with great walking paths. Extremely peaceful and relaxing. Think Walden Pond without the water. Beautiful nights spent around the fire pit. Thank you for a marvelous stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great! I was very surprised at the size when we arrived. Plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay! We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davina W.

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

So peaceful

Nothing beats a quiet farm. Outside the big city. We live on a farm in Texas and that is what we are happy with. So when this listing popped up I jumped on it. The house is so unique. The goats are so lovable. Peter was super nice and explained everything about the farm. We will be staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane M.

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

Family reunion

This property is very peaceful and was convenient to our family. There is no overall air conditioning so we were lucky it wasn’t too hot. The host was very attentive and quickly provided a bath mat for the shower floor. All good! You will enjoy your stay if you book her
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierce J.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025