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

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61878 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pet friendly

Hot Tub

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Saint Paul, MN

Xcel Energy Center7 min drive
St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown)10 min drive
Minnesota State Fairgrounds11 min drive
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory12 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

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
*BR1- king bed with sitting area
*BR2- queen bed, and attached screen porch
*BR3- bunkbeds with reading nook
- 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 for it 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 manager

Heidi

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Please be respectful of our neighbors and keep the noise down by 10 PM

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50

Long-term renters welcome

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

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

About the neighborhood

St. Paul

This vacation home is located in Payne - Phalen, a neighborhood in St. Paul. Mall of America and Nicollet Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Como Park Zoo and Conservatory and Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Traveling with kids? Make time for Nickelodeon Universe, or check out an event or a game at Xcel Energy Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding.

Saint Paul, MN

What's nearby

Xcel Energy Center - 7 min drive
RiverCentre - 7 min drive
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - 11 min drive
Minnesota State Fairgrounds - 11 min drive
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory - 12 min drive

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

Wendy's - 3 min drive
Carnitas Don Tacho - 11 min walk
Crooked Pint Ale House & Event Center - 3 min drive
Brunson's Pub - 3 min drive
Bix Produce Co. - 20 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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10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Moses E.

Mar 27, 2024

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

About the host

Hosted by Heidi

I grew up in small-town Minnesota, traveled worldwide, and landed back in MN at this charming cottage in the heart of St. Paul.

I am an adventure guide, life coach, and then I get to host these amazing properties!

I love hosting because I love creating experiences for people, I want each listing to make you feel like you are truly hosted and taken care of during your stay. I love helping guests cultivate a wonderful experience during their stay.

Why they chose this property

This Charming Cottage is in the heart of the twin cities and yet feels like you are almost tucked in the woods. I love how close everything is and the fun you can have just relaxing in the backyard.

What makes this property unique

This home has kept all of its original charm from the 1930s and it has a wonderful backyard with a hot tub, fire pit, basketball net, woods, and a magical tree fort.