Location: Rochester, Minnesota, USA (Zumbrota Minnesota is located 23 Miles North of Rochester)
Accommodations: Victorian House, 5 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 12)
Enter the world of yesterday…an exquisite Victorian house built in 1896 that has been restored to its original splendor, and yet is conveniently modern and energy efficient. The house sits on 1.05 acres of lawn, large maples, evergreens, apple trees, hosta gardens, and a plum tree. When built, it was a farm but now it is a part of the small town of Zumbrota, Minnesota (23 miles north of Rochester, Mn and 70 miles south of Minneapolis). Total square footage of finished space-6000+ sq. ft.
SPECIAL FEATURES:
Elaborate Victorian circular wrap around porch with intricate gingerbread trim. House surrounded with manicured shrubs, fruit trees, hosta gardens and flowering plants. Circle drive.
Spacious wooded grounds in rear of house. Large updated kitchen with all modern appliances, butche rblock counter tops, maple cupboards and spacious pantry. Outdoor patio area.
WOODWORK:
Original woodwork with natural trim throughout 1st and 2nd floors-wide fir baseboard with wide grooved trim and target blocks around all doors and windows. Quarter sawn oak woodwork with dental work and oak panels in main entrance and in formal parlor. Elegant oak open staircase with intricate balusters and null posts in main entrance. Detailed fretwork in doorway between dining room and living room. Oak wainscoting in kitchen, mudroom, and laundry.
DOORS:
Original five panel fir doors with natural finish throughout. Pocket doors between dining room and formal parlor.
FLOORS:
Original wide fir flooring throughout except for original maple flooring in kitchen and laundry; ceramic tile in mudroom, small octagon white with black design tile in 2nd floor bathroom
BATHROOMS:
Darling ½ bath off kitchen main level-old oak tank toilet, corner sink. Fully remodeled elegant bath on 2nd floor-art deco design, art deco light fixtures, slipper tub, glass enclosed shower, glass tiles, small octagon white with black design tile floor. ¾ bath in basement
WINDOWS:
An abundance of large double hung windows-majority facing east or south-great lighting. 4 large picture windows with leaded glass panels above. 2 gorgeous stain glass window on open staircase highlight the entryway. Period window coverings throughout of lace and /or string that enhance the beauty of the windows and let the light shine through.
LIGHTING:
Incredible period lights throughout.
Come experience this tastefully done Victorian House...enjoy the manicured grounds on the front porch or patio area. Bask in the comfort of a house that was done with meticulous detail and design both in 1896 and in its restoration. Enjoy the quaint small town with fun shops, parks, art gallery and the surrounding attractions in Rochester, Lake City, Red Wing, and Minneapolis/St. Paul.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Window air conditioners in 1st level, 3 of 2nd floor bedrooms, and in the third level.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking: Parking available on property in front of 3 car garage.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Also available on property in front of 3 car garage.
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed: 2 of the bedrooms have trundle beds-single bed with pop up additional twin to make a king size bed.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Direct TV with DVR
- DVD
- Jetted Tub in Bath: Jacuzzi located in 3rd floor bath. Only available if renting all three levels.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Jennaire stove; built in microwave; garbage disposal; dishwasher; refrigerator
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Outdoor patio table, chairs and lounge. Porch has glider, wicker chairs and table.
- Balcony
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: must be 25 or older
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Biking
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
1st 2 levels of home (over 4000sq ft; 5 bedrooms)
off season (Jan-Mar) - $150/night (Mon-Wed) .. $200/night (Thu-Sun) .. $1000/week
Seasonal (Apr-Dec) - $200/night (Mon-Wed) .. $250/night (Thu-Sun) $1500/wk
all three levels of home (additional 1200 sq ft; bedroom, bath, jacuzzi)
Seasonal (Apr-Dec) - $250/night (Mon-Wed) .. $300/night (Thu-Sun) $1800/wk
off season (Jan-Mar)-$100/night (Mon-Wed)..$150/night (Thur-Sun) $1300/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2000
Hi, I'm Bonnie and this is my beautiful Victorian home. It was built in 1896 and has had only 3 owners. It was my home and now my children are gone and I want to share it with you. I have been enthralled with old homes and buildings all my life and also the antiques in them. The house was painstakingly redone between 2000-2006 to its original charm but also with the conveniences of today. Relax on the large circular porch with a lemonade or lounge on the patio with a very woodsy feel. I hope you will enjoy the house as much as I have.
Why the Owner Chose Rochester
The house was purchased to use as our home. Zumbrota is a quaint small town located 23 miles north of Rochester on Hwy 52. It is easy to access from Minneapolis/St Paul- only 70 miles south also on Hwy 52. The Mississippi River and Lake Pepin are only a half hour drive. Zumbrota, itself is a small community with a charming Main St. boasting a upscale women's boutique, Crossings (an art gallery), a movie theater, a bakery, hiking and biking trails, the Zumbro River and the only wooden covered bridge in Minnesota. Historic Red Wing, home of Red Wing Pottery and Red Wing shoes along the Mississippi River is only 23 miles away. This small town has many shops, antique stores, and great restaurants. Rochester, Mn is 23 miles south and is best known for the Mayo Clinic. The town is about 100,000 in population with great shopping, entertainment, and outdoor activities.
The Unique Benefits of this Victorian House
Staying at a eloquently restored Victorian Home offers one a unique opportunity to enjoy the incredible craftsmanship and comfort of a 1890's Victorian style home. Rooms are extremely large and spacious with incredible woodwork 10 ft ceilings stain glass windows leaded glass windows hardwood floors parquet floor in formal entry large windows which create a very light and airy feeling gorgeous period light fixtures art deco bathroom with an unusual claw foot slipper tub and the modern convenience of a glass shower fantastic circular porch with intricate gingerbread over 1 acre of yard 100 year old maple trees and apple trees patio with a wooded view huge kitchen with wainscoting and pantry. The house is furnihed with grand period walnut furniture.
Property Photos
- house from the road - Rochester, Minnesota Victorian House with Wrap Around Porch and Picture Windows
- formal stairway and entryway - Rochester, Minnesota Victorian House with Wrap Around Porch and Picture Windows
- kitchen - Rochester, Minnesota Victorian House with Wrap Around Porch and Picture Windows
- dining room
- patio
- master bedroom
- 2nd floor bath
- guest bedroom
- living room
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