PRIME LOCATION- HISTORIC DOWNTOWN RED WING

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6185.8 sq m

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Pet-friendly
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Parking available
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428 Franklin St, Red Wing, MN, 55066

Sheldon Theatre of Performing Arts
‪8 min walk‬
Red Wing Shoe Store & Museum
‪11 min walk‬
Barn Bluff Park
‪16 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Hallway Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Franklin Cottage is a fully renovated 1920 arts and crafts bungalow located within the historic Red Wing residential district, and only steps away from Red Wing’s Central Park & Historic Downtown. Easy walk to St. James Hotel.

Looking for a romantic escape or a place to relax after outdoor adventures? Or perhaps a place big enough for wedding parties, wedding guests, a girls trip, or colleagues traveling in for work. In any case, Franklin Cottage will accommodate your needs.

The space
As soon as you step inside Franklin Cottage, you will see why it won a Historic Preservation Award. The kitchen blends traditional style with newer appliances & granite island, and you’ll love the master suite & master bath w/ tiled shower. The other guest rooms are also comfortably styled and the additional full bath features an antique clawfoot tub. This home welcomes you with high-quality furnishings throughout, highlighted by original details throughout and modern amenities such as newer kitchen appliances, central heat & air, flat-screen LED televisions, cable, high-speed WiFi and more.

If you're visiting in the summer and fall, we have a well-equipped back porch and outdoor space to grill, relax, enjoy the evening, and play some outdoor games.

In the colder winter months, we have a cozy fireplace, luxurious warm bedding and plenty of indoor entertainment to relax and enjoy after an adventurous day.

Guest access
Guests will have full access to the first and second floors. The third-floor attic and the basement will stay locked during your stay.

Other things to note
We are dog-friendly for an additional fee and with some limitations. Please see the pet policy and please contact the host for more information if you would like to bring your pet.

Property manager

Ron St. James

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking or vaping allowed on premises.

Important information

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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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Red Wing

Located in Red Wing, this holiday home is in the city centre. Sheldon Theatre of Performing Arts and Aliveo Military Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mississippi National Golf Links and Falconer Vineyards. Hobgoblin Music and Island Xtreme Bowl are also worth visiting.

Red Wing, MN

What's nearby

Sheldon Theatre of Performing Arts - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Red Wing Shoe Store & Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Barn Bluff Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Sorins Bluff - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
Treasure Island Casino - 16 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

Red Wing Station - 10 min walk
St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
‪Caribou Coffee - ‬6 min walk
‪Hager Heights Drive In - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PRIME LOCATION- HISTORIC DOWNTOWN RED WING pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at PRIME LOCATION- HISTORIC DOWNTOWN RED WING?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIME LOCATION- HISTORIC DOWNTOWN RED WING?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PRIME LOCATION- HISTORIC DOWNTOWN RED WING located?

Located in the heart of Red Wing, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mississippi River and Sheldon Theatre of Performing Arts. Aliveo Military Museum and Red Wing Shoe Store & Museum are also within 15 minutes. Red Wing Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Crystal R.

20 January 2025

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

Great location!

We loved this property - worked perfectly for five of us ladies for our annual college friends weekend. We enjoyed the sunroom for morning coffee and evening wine and conversation! The house had everything we needed and then some! :) Thanks for everything!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

4 October 2024

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

Wedding Party

My bridal party and I used the space for a place to rest before the wedding. We loved the set up and peaceful vibe. Great for pictures and in a great location for a nice walk!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William B.

4 October 2024

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

An excellent place from which to experience Red Wing.

Well-maintained older home, with very nicely appointed interiors and furnishings. Walkable to just about anywhere close in. Overall, perfect for our group.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen W.

16 September 2024

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

Beautiful property

Clean, beautiful craftsman style home, enjoyed it!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frankie O.

25 August 2024

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

Perfect Stay

The home was so charming!! Very clean and a great location! Thank you for all the wonderful touches!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn G.

24 June 2024

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

Girls Trip

A few friends and I stayed here to surprise another friend who just got married, we hadn’t seen each other in two years and this place was perfect for spending time with each other but also giving us our own space. The house has an old charm to it and is beautifully decorated.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

K H.

21 June 2024

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

Great location

This property was perfect for our planned activities! We were able to walk to our hiking destination, shopping and restaurants! Red Wing is such a quaint little town! The house is well stocked with all the things you might need. Instructions were easy to understand and very helpful. Communication was very prompt. We thoroughly enjoyed sitting in the sunroom for our morning coffee and our evening wine/ game playing!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 May 2024

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

Lovely house

This is the second time we have stayed in this house. It is in a great location, is large enough for our group, and has all the amenities we need. Host sent very clear instructions regarding expectations for guests.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 November 2023

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

Just what we needed

This was just what our family needed for the weekend of our daughter's wedding. A lovely home! We enjoyed our stay in Red Wing and want to go back when we have more time to explore the town. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

29 October 2023

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

Franklin Cottage Stay

It was super. Great location and good floor plan.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue M., Black River Falls

23 October 2023

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

Red Wing Girls weekend

My card, playing group of friends, and I spent the weekend at the Franklin cottage, it was wonderful. We’ve been doing a fall shopping adventure for the past 25+ years. The cottage was clean, very quaint, and easy location to the downtown shops and restaurants. Ron, the property manager was very easy to deal with and very quick to get back to us with one of our concerns. I would recommend this house for anyone wanting to explore the Redwing Minnesota area.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara F.

15 October 2023

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

A Red Wing gem

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Franklin Cottage. The location is great—walking distance to Main Street shops and restaurant. The home itself was spacious and comfortable. We had no want of anything. The kitchen is amply supplied—probably the best of any rental at which I’ve stayed. The beds were comfortable. The shower in the primary bedroom had great water pressure and heated up quickly. The whole place was clean and inviting. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne R.

28 September 2023

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Fabulous home

The house was beautiful, extremely clean, furnished beautifully, loved the kitchen , actually all rooms were really nice. It was just the two of us but it would be great for a large family. Nice backyard that we grilled in and all the extra treats was such a nice touch. Tracy always got back to us immediately if we had questions. Great house also for a dog which is why we first rented this big house but unfortunately ours passed away before we could bring him. Very secluded home, very quiet and close to downtown Redwing. Our son lives in Redwing so plan on renting this home again. Highly recommend this home for your stay. Loved having my coffee in the sunroom each morning. 😊

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

cindy m.

11 September 2023

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

Red Wing Wedding Visit

We had a fabulous stay at the Franklin cottage. Attention to detail in every room. The bed & linens were wonderful. Loved the “house” tissue holder. (I order 2 when I got home!) Kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware, etc. Nice snacks, tea, etc too. Plenty of space to enjoy conversations family and food. Our adult son and girlfriend stayed with us for a night after the wedding festivities so we could tour Red Wing. Walking distance to town, restaurants, shops and river. We highly recommend. We were even able to bring our canine companion that loves to travel with us. We can’t say enough good things about this property and the hosts. Thank you for your hospitality!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krissy H.

27 August 2023

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

Wedding weekend

This was an exceptionally good property to stay at for our son’s wedding at Willow Brooke. It was a beautiful home with a great location.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

24 August 2023

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Clean, comfortable, and cozy house

The property was clean, comfortable, and great location for the activities we wanted to do(hike the bluffs, downtown, Cannon Valley Bike Trail). Kitchen was well stocked with dishes, utensils, and cooking supplies. All 3 bedrooms were not to small. They were decent size rooms. Updated furnishings, appliances, and bathrooms. To sum it up it was charming & cozy with modern decor.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

12 June 2023

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

Red wing

Came for a wedding. House was well stocked. Beds were comfortable. Furniture was new and clean. Area was quiet. Close to the St James hotel and downtown.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

dan o.

2 June 2023

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

Sweet Stay

This getaway was awesome. Visiting Redwing for a wedding and the location was perfect. Easy walking distance to downtown. The house was adorable & VERY private at end of the street. Highly recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

20 April 2023

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

Wonderful Women's Weekend

We were very pleased with the house, off-street parking, and location. We were able to walk to the downtown area or have an easy drive to other sites. The kitchen was well stocked. Other little touches around the house were noticed and appreciated. We had a small issue with a Co2 detector (battery) and had a quick, useful response. I highly recommend this place.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorelei H., Minneapolis

24 February 2023

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Girls Weekend!

This is our second time staying here and we love it! Plenty of space for the five of us. Short drive to shopping and restaurants. We park and walk around the entire day. The house has everything you need and more. Great communication with the property manager. Comfy beds and lots of extra blankets. We will stay again when in Red Wing!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

14 November 2022

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

Weekend wedding get-away

Stayed with 2 other couples for a wedding in Red Wing. Location was perfect. We were within walking distance to downtown Red Wing, close to shops and restaurants. Place was clean and perfect for 6 adults. Very clean, well- stocked kitchen. Perfect and just what we were looking for. Good communication and easy check-in process.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

9 October 2022

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Beautiful cozy home in town!

My friends and I absolutely LOVED this adorable and cozy cottage. The house was clean, organized, well stocked with coffee & snacks, and was so convenient in town. This cottage is tucked up into the bluff - beautiful in the fall. The host was good at communicating info and was very prompt in responding to my questions. We will be back again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James E.

7 October 2022

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Wonderful Red Wing Fall Stay

Property was just as described and even better than the pictures. We walked to town every evening for dinner and with the fall colors it was great.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Tim P.

2 October 2022

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

Everything You Need!

What a great home with all the amenities you need.. Plenty of space nd bathrooms for all your guests.. Charming Home!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracie W.

18 September 2022

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

Fun family getaway

We went to Red Wing to attend a concert Friday Night at the Treasure Island Casino. It was a quick 20 minute ride to the venue. We enjoyed several local restaurants and enjoyed the little city vibe. The home was perfect for our 3 couples. So much more enjoyable than a hotel, and so close to everything!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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Hosted by Ron St. James

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

3 bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Second Floor Hallway Bath

Spaces

About this property