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☆Poppy's Paradise: A Dharma Dwellings Designed Home☆

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Welcome back to the second version of Poppy's Paradise! Fully updated in 2025!
Large upstairs seating area and 65 inch TV
A view of the open concept kitchen and living room! TV is 65 inches!
Another view of the living room. I will get updated pictures of the TV asap
Full kitchen with everything you should need to cook a meal and relax

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Rochester, MN
  • Place, Silver Lake Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Rochester Recreation Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mayo Civic Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Basement bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Second bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Basement bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

☆Poppy's Paradise: A Dharma Dwellings Designed Home☆

Poppy's Paradise is named after our youngest puppy, she is full of personality and an overabundance of love, much like what we have attempted to bring to this home! Located directly next door to Oakley's Oasis and Dee Dee's Den all of our homes are in a quiet and beautiful neighborhood next to Silver Lake, and less than 10 minutes to Mayo Clinic. We have been blessed to host hundreds of guests, and work hard to ensure you have an relaxing and restorative experience with us at Dharma Dwellings!

About the Space:

➤Three Spacious bedrooms 2 upstairs and 1 in the basement. The large bedrooms are unique to most of the homes in town.

➤We hope that you are impressed with the Quartz countertops and large open style floorplan of the kitchen and living room. The kitchen contains all the pots and pans you may need.

➤Any amenities you could need including Coffee, tea, and cooking oil and spices provided. We will have everything you should need to make yourself at home! Let us know if there's something specific you need!

➤ Home theater of the basement large screen 4k TVs up and downstairs, boardgames, and an over the air antenna with 25 local HD channels provided.

➤Outdoor Patio with table and an Electric Grill

➤Full service snow removal/ice melt to ensure you are able to get to your appointments.

➤Large 3 stall garage (see photos!) Available parking in the driveway (in front of the blue garage, or street parking)

➤ Three homes in close proximity provides us unparalleled ability to provide flexibility for your stay should you need to extend based on Mayo testing or complications

Guest Access

➤You have the entire house to yourself. Everything in the home is yours to use during your stay.

➤We do share the garage with our guests next door. (each home gets a stall). Right next door is Oakley's Oasis and on the corner is Dee Dee's Den our other homes! Say hello to your neighbors!

➤Just a heads up that we have cameras on the front and back of the home, which ensure that no uninvited guests/thieves are on the premises. There are no cameras in the home.

➤We may need to access the house based on any potential problems or necessary repairs, but will let you know!

Other Details:
➤We have commodes, shower chairs, and bed railings available for those with limited mobility issues. Let us know in advance so we can get them for you.

➤We provide a pack-n-play and high chair for those with little ones! Let us know in advance so we can get it for you.

➤All of our sheets and bedding are hypoallergenic for those with allergy or sensitivity issues.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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 is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
- Early check-in (subject to availability): $40 fee for arrivals before 1:00 PM, $30 fee if arriving before 3:PM
- Late check-out (subject to availability): $30 fee for departures after 10am.

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Rochester

Rochester is home to this holiday home. Assisi Heights and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Shops University Square and Apache Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Minnesota Children's Museum, or check out an event or a game at Rochester Recreation Center. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Rochester, MN

What's nearby

  • Silver Lake Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rochester Recreation Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Minnesota Children's Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mayo Civic Center - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Rochester Civic Theater - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bull's Bierhaus - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grandma's Kitchen - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ☆Poppy's Paradise: A Dharma Dwellings Designed Home☆ pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at ☆Poppy's Paradise: A Dharma Dwellings Designed Home☆?

As of 21 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ☆Poppy's Paradise: A Dharma Dwellings Designed Home☆ on 8 Jun, 2026 start from S$223, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at ☆Poppy's Paradise: A Dharma Dwellings Designed Home☆?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ☆Poppy's Paradise: A Dharma Dwellings Designed Home☆?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ☆Poppy's Paradise: A Dharma Dwellings Designed Home☆?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ☆Poppy's Paradise: A Dharma Dwellings Designed Home☆ located?

This family-friendly Rochester holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Silver Lake Park, Minnesota Children's Museum and Rochester Recreation Center. Mayo Clinic is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jorge V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home for stay in Rochester
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenni V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed at a lot of vrbo’s, this was by far the cleanest we’ve stayed in. The kitchen was stocked nicely with utensils, pots/pans, etc. plenty of space to visit with our adult children.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very clean and organized. It was very easy to settle in and start our long weekend. Close proximity to grocery store and the church where our grandson was baptized.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Nice property

Very nice experience, owners more than helpful and accommodating. Clean ptoperty and convenient to all venues. Would stay again.
Stayed 34 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jed W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I enjoyed my stay at Poppy's Paradise. It's in a safe neighborhood. All rooms in the house were spotless and well appointed. Jed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace R.

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

Enjoyed our stay

We had a good experience. Alex was quick to meet our needs and we felt safe! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S H.

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

Amazing place to Stay with Family

Everything was perfect about our stay. Great communication before, during and after our stay. The house itself was perfect for a family of 4. The location was great. We all loved playing in the school field next door. The kids loved catching fire flies in the evenings. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Great rental property!

We've stayed a a few VRBO rentals and Poppy's Paradise ranks among the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

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

Mayo Visit

Everything was great.. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keegan H.

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

Clean and comfy

Thanks for the nice stay. Great location in NE Rochester. Pictures were accurate, and the house was very clean and comfortable. Garage parking was appreciated as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay, we were in town for medical appointments at Mayo Clinic and everything was a short drive away. The hosts were very quick to respond to any of our questions. Recovering from surgery was easy to do in this home, nice neighborhood to walk, quiet at night, and plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Konie B.

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

Sister getaway

Perfect place for a sister or friend getaway. Very clean and appears new.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon E.

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

We love staying here

We have stayed at this location twice while our son has appointments at Mayo. The house is cute, comfortable, and spacious. Alex is a kind and responsive host. This home will be our first choice in the future when we return for more appointments.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri B.

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

Perfect house for a weekend in Rochester

We booked this house while in Rochester for a volleyball tournament. The property was perfect for our group of two adults and three teenagers with an area downstairs for the teenagers to hang out. It’s a beautiful property that appears to be recently renovated. It was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. The owners were prompt in responding to questions and were very accommodating. We would definitely rent this property again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Great place!

From start to finish everything was great! Door code instead of keys made it easy for check in/out. Owner very attentive and helpful, even had the driveway and walkways quickly cleared after a heavy snow. Garage with extra tall door and automatic opener was perfect to keep our Suburban out of the weather! House is adorable. Nicely updated, and everything worked as it should :) Lower level family room and 3rd bedroom where our teenage son slept was a little cooler temp than the rest of the house, but he loved it that way! Had a ton of fun down there with the Xbox. Located on a quiet dead-end street so not a lot of traffic at all. Easy, short drive to Mayo. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

About the host

Hosted by Alex and Emily Schmitt

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We are newlyweds living and loving in the Med City. Emily is a practicing Occupational Therapist at Mayo Clinic, and Alex just graduated from Physician Assistant school. We met at Lawrence University, where we both attended college.

Our favorite things include...

1. Goldendoodles - talk doodle to us, and we'll be fast friends :) We adore our one-year-old pup, Rory. We now have a recent addition of a new puppy Poppy!
2. Good food - Indian and Thai are two of our favorites, but we'll never turn down a good pizza. (anything really...) We like food.
3. Yoga - we love practicing yoga at home! Wanna start? We can share some of our favorite YouTube channels with you!
4. Board Games - the nerdy kind... the ones most people have never heard of... Terra Mystica, Lords of Waterdeep, or Pandemic to name a few! But if you're nice, we may even play the classics with you!
5. Walking/hiking - whether simply walking our neighborhood, hitting the local trails, or hiking Devil's Lake in Wisconsin, we enjoy getting out in nature. Our puppies come too, of course!

We value meeting and developing new relationships with those who come through our doors. Our mission is to treat you as if you were our own family! You can learn more about us at DharmaDwellings!

Why they chose this property

We love this neighborhood and had the ability to purchase this home when the person who remodeled the house decided they weren't going to keep the property. We love being able to share the large garage next door and create a neighborhood type feel amongst those staying with us at Dharma Dwellings! Be sure to say hello to those staying next door at Oakley's Oasis and on the corner at Dee Dee's Den

What makes this property unique

Alex and Emily both practice medicine and will have insight into treatment options. Frequently Alex will see many of the guests in a primary care setting. He works at Miracle Mile with OMC and has easy access for you or your family while you stay with us! Feel free to ask any questions!

Languages:

English

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