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

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Lots of green space while in the city
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Living room charm
Sunroom
Queen bedroom with screened in porch

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8174.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Saint Paul, MN
  • Xcel Energy Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Minnesota State Fairgrounds
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Como Park Zoo and Conservatory
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single 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

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 manager

Heidi
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please be respectful of our neighbors and keep the noise down by 10 PM

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Property Registration Number ATCP-011656

About the area

St. Paul

Payne - Phalen, a neighbourhood in St. Paul, is home to this holiday home. Xcel Energy Center and Target Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Como Park Zoo and Conservatory and Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Travelling with kids? Make time for Nickelodeon Universe, or head to an event or a match at U.S. Bank Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Saint Paul, MN

What's nearby

  • Xcel Energy Center - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Science Museum of Minnesota - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Minnesota State Fairgrounds - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Como Park Zoo and Conservatory - 12 min drive - 7.9 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

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brunson's Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crooked Pint Ale House & Event Center - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carnitas Don Tacho - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Crooked Pint - ‬3 min drive

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage with Hot Tub, Fire Pit, & Wooded Backyard located?

This family-friendly St. Paul holiday home is located in Payne - Phalen, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mississippi River, Keller Golf Course and Fitzgerald Theater. Como Park Zoo and Conservatory and Minnesota State Fairgrounds are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

About the host

Hosted by Heidi

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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.

Languages:

English

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