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City of Lakes Carriage House

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Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Fairmont, MN
  • Mayo Clinic Health System
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cedar Creek Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Rose Lake Golf Club
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Fairmont, MN (FRM-Fairmont Municipal)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Basement Bar

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

First Floor Living Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Down Stairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

City of Lakes Carriage House

The original carriage house to the next door mansion. Originally built in 1896, this Spacious house has several distinct hangout areas, including the newly opened carriage house basement bar. With a large open family, dining, kitchen area on the first floor and an outdoor patio of the back, there is room for the group to spread out or hangout together.

Property manager

Tim and Tammie Hested
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Fairmont

Located in Fairmont, this holiday home is on a lake. Heritiage Acres and Wakefield House Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cedar Creek Park and Okamanpeedam State Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Fairmont, MN

What's nearby

  • Fairmont Aquatic Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Heritiage Acres - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Mayo Clinic Health System - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Cedar Creek Park - 10 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Rose Lake Golf Club - 14 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Ranch Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is City of Lakes Carriage House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at City of Lakes Carriage House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at City of Lakes Carriage House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is City of Lakes Carriage House located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of United Hospital District - Fairmont Clinic, Fairmont Aquatic Park and Mayo Clinic Health System. Heritiage Acres is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dena B.

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

Cute cottage

We stayed here for a family wedding and it was perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Nice homecoming!

What a pleasant stay! Along with my siblings it made a perfect place for a family reunion. The neighborhood was very quiet and the property managers were very responsive. I would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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

Great Stay!

Had everything we needed and very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Great girls weekend

This was a great place for our girls weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

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

Cozy Stay in a Great Town

I stayed here for 12 nights and absolutely loved it. It was so comfortable and cozy and I felt right at home. The hosts thought of everything to make the stay amazing. Its a great house, super clean and close to everything! Look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith M.

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

In town for a family wedding

The hosts have done a very thorough and tasteful renovation of this property. It was very well stocked with linens, towels, and kitchen supplies. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay during a family wedding. It was a very good space for hosting a pre-wedding dinner and brunch the next morning. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect!

Our family of 10 was in the area for a wedding. The house worked perfectly. The host was easy to communicate with and was exceptionally accommodating. accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta J.

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

Comfy and homey

Is very cozy, the owners have put a lot of work into this home to make it a pleasurable stay. the history of this carriage home and the large white home are very interesting as well as other homes close by. Was nice to be back in Fairmont and drive around and see old memories of when we grew up in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel J.

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

Room to spread out.

Many different sleeping areas was great for our group. Quaint & adorable home with amenities I didn’t expect (snacks/toiletries) nice touch!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pao X.

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

Nice Place

Place was aweswome nice and clean. The kids love the basement area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

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

Wedding weekend

Perfect place to stay for a wedding in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

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

Girls Weekend

Perfect place for 6 of us to reconnect and share laughs! We enjoyed everything about our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lancie S.

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

Perfect house

We really enjoyed our stay at the Carriage house. The house was really clean and provided everything we needed for our stay. We had 4 adults and 3 kids under 13 and there was plenty of room for everyone. The basement was great for the kids. Would definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M., Missouri

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

Family visit

This is a beautifully restored historic home in a great neighborhood. Kitchen is well stocked and gorgeous! The Christmas decorations were a wonderful addition. We highly recommend this property and hope to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol N.

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

Nice stay at the Carriage House

Cute and welcoming athmosphere. Good beds and clean. Thank you for making our stay in Fairmont so comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ger L.

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

Great

The house was great and there was enough room for everyone. Great location to get some ice fishing done. Would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

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

Great house with a cool history.

We really enjoyed our stay at the Carriage House (a genuinely refurbished old 19th century carriage house). The owners were attentive and supplied everything we needed. The house was super with a fresh remodel but retaining its historical charm.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

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

Cozy

I am staying the whole month
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy X.

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

Ice fishing retreat

The house was cozy, and comfortable. There were plenty of soft and fresh bath towels along with ample toilet paper. Hosts responded immediately when I had a question. Everything was a pleasant experience. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic in many ways!

The house is very clean, organized and charming. The location is in a central, in-town, residential neighborhood very close to lakes. The owners are fully accessible and very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Excellent home with amazing amenities!

Adults and kids enjoyed the comfort and historical beauty of the house. Everybody loved the bar/game room! Everything we could have wanted was included in the amenities. Beds were comfortable and living areas inviting. Well done hosts!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin L.

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

Great stay

House was very clean, air conditioning was good and cold, and the kitchen had all the necessities and then some. The only slight drawback was that you have to walk through one of the upstairs sleeping areas in order to get to the other true bedrooms. I would highly recommend this house during your next stay in Fairmont!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Forrest W.

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

Incredible home in an incredible location

Was pleasantly surprised by this property. Everything was super clean, instructions were clear/organized, and the house itself was incredible. Plenty of beds for folks to sleep and there are multiple large communal areas. Would definitely recommend this property if you're staying in Fairmont!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Mitchell A.

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

Spring thaw.

Great spot for a group of good friends meeting halfway. Loved the history of the house and surroundings. Walked to town and around the lakes. Plenty of room to spread out, enjoy a good meal, and catch up.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is our second stay at the property. It is a convenient location and the home has everything we need for a comfortable and quiet visit. The living area is spacious and well- considered and there are plenty of comfortable sleeping spaces for a large family. We always have great communication with Tim and Tammie and will most likely stay there again in the future!

About the host

Hosted by Tim and Tammie Hested

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