View from the parking area; river in background
Location: Scandia, Minnesota, USA (1 hour NE of Twin Cities; 20 minutes North of Stillwater)
Accommodations: Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 6)
This family cottage, built in 1940, sits nestled in a grove of white pines, set right on the bank of the beautiful St. Croix River. This portion of the river was designated a wild and scenic river by the federal government in the '70s, which halted development on the water; the view of the opposite (Wisconsin) side of the river is of undeveloped forest and river flats laced with sloughs, where eagles, herons, beaver and other wildlife can be sighted. Amazingly, this peaceful, rustic gem is less than an hour from the Twin Cities.
The front screened porch of the house and the main living area, as well as the back sleeping porch and two enclosed bedrooms, all offer views of the river. There is one full bath. Charming kitchen, washing machine (and clotheslines), cast-iron wood-burning stove and gas heater to keep you toasty on cool evenings.
There is a boat landing/swimming area with dock, as well as a nice, shady tennis court, both of which amenities renters may share the use of. (A canoe and kayak are also available for renters' use.) If you have a boat of your own to put in, there is a public boat-launch just to the north of us, and from there you may keep your boat on our shoreline.
The St. Croix river is great for swimming, fishing, canoeing, birdwatching, and hanging out on sandbars. Although secluded, the house is one mile from a state park with hiking trails, five minutes from the historic village of Marine-on-St.-Croix, and twenty minutes each to Stillwater, Taylor's Falls/St. Croix Falls, and Forest Lake, which offer rock-climbing, antique shops, gourmet restaurants, paddlewheel river-boat rides, movies.
Well-behaved dogs welcome (and we ask that you please pick up after your dog). No cats.
If summer doesn't work out for you, consider post-Labor Day; that time of year is beautiful, too, as the leaves begin to change, and everything is even quieter.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Linens Provided
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (4)
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Communications
- Telephone
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Well-behaved dogs welcome (we ask that you pick up after your dog). No cats.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Case-by-case basis
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Other Activities
- Nature walks; weekend antique-train rides down the valley from the nearby town of Osceola, WI (about 1.5 hr. roundtrip)
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
As long as it's warm enough (late May - October) ............ $1400/week.
Inquire about shorter or longer stays.
Returnable damage deposit required (inquire for details).
A $150 cleaning fee will be charged.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- View from the parking area; river in background - Scandia, Minnesota Cottage just 1 hour Northeast of the Twin Cities
- The sleeping porch (listen to the owls at night) - Scandia, Minnesota Cottage just 1 hour Northeast of the Twin Cities
- The living room - Scandia, Minnesota Cottage just 1 hour Northeast of the Twin Cities
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #59288
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