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

Family-friendly holiday home in St. Paul with a water park

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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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81878 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Saint Paul, MN
  • Place, Grand Casino Arena
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Minnesota State Fairgrounds
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Como Park Zoo and Conservatory
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown)
    ‪8 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
Porch or lanai
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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

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 take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Please put all used sheets and towels in the laundry basket upstairs or in the basement.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please be respectful of our neighbors and keep the noise down by 10 PM

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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. Grand Casino Arena and Target Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Minnesota State Fairgrounds and Nickelodeon Universe. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at U.S. Bank Stadium or Target Field. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Saint Paul, MN

What's nearby

  • Grand Casino Arena - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Science Museum of Minnesota - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Minnesota State Fairgrounds - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Como Park Zoo and Conservatory - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
  • University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - 11 min drive - 8.7 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

  • ‪Juche St Paul - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bix Produce Co. - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Eastside Pizzeria - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min walk

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, Minnesota Children's Museum and Keller Golf Course. Fitzgerald Theater is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful experience at this Vrbo rental. The place was clean, very cozy, and extremely comfortable—exactly what we needed for a relaxing stay. The location was perfect, close to everything yet peaceful and quiet. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie H.

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

Cute house with nice hot tub!

Had a girls weekend here and enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit! Loved the decor in the house very cute
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

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

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

Jeannie E.

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

Great week in St. Paul

Beautiful house near all the activities we were interested in. Lots of family owned restaurants in the area, and close to downtown St. Paul. The only thing I would have liked, is dressers in the 2 bedrooms. When staying for a week I like to put my clothes away.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

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

Cozy, Comfortable, Beautiful

Our group of 8 young women found this house to be SO pretty and cozy. We were able to just hang out comfortably and enjoy the comfy living room and hot tub in the evening. The bedrooms were all comfortable. Heidi, the manager, could not have been more helpful and responsive. Go ahead and rent this one...you won't regret it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie T.

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

Clean and cozy home

We stayed 2 nights with my teenage boys and 78 yr old mom. Very clean older home. The backyard is very nice with fire pit and treehouse: would be fun for younger kids. Nice neighborhood. Lots of steps in home: FYI for older folks. Very well stocked home and kitchen- everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was excellent and tons of amenities. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was by far our favorite place we've ever stayed. It was the coziest home with so much character and its perfect for a family vacay. It fully matched the online description/photos. It was very clean. The kitchen was stocked with all of the utensils, dishes, spices and equipment you need to cook. Beds were super comfy. It has a huge backyard. It was really close to a grocery store. The host was quick to respond and check in was a breeze. Highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a charming home in a quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed the screened in porch immensely.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patty L.

Liked: Communication
Beautiful piece of property but some things need attention, mainly outside. Chairs by firepit were very dirty; table, deck and front steps need a paint job; hot tub didn't look clean. We also had some trouble with the key pad to open the house. Took us three tries on two occasions. Inside of the house was nice and well equipped. Owner was very responsive to questions we had. Overall, we enjoyed the stay. We were here to attend the Minnesota State Fair.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carter V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean house and plenty of amenities to do like the firepit, basketball, hot tub, big dining room table for hanging out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful house! Everything is cozy, inviting, and clean. Minutes from everything in St. Paul, but a backyard that makes you feel like you’re in the woods. Could not have been happier. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugene W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is extremely cute and very clean. There is a lovely fire pit, hot tub and tree fort. Everything needed for our three day stay was provided. 10 out of 10!We will come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gabe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Beautiful interior

The home was very well decorated, and had lovely amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Peaceful getaway

The house was very nice, beds were comfortable. We came here after having a celebration of life for my wife who passed away six months ago. It was just what I needed. Peaceful and comfortable. Lots of nice little touches. Made for a relaxing few days.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa F.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
The pictures do look a little outdated based on our recent stay. It’s definitely a cute house but in need of updates and tlc. The outdoor space is was a little overgrown and all of the chairs very dirty. It seems like the area might not be in the best neighborhood. They made it a point to lock your car doors and a local told us not to go out and walk our dogs past dusk. I did think it was very strange their refrigerator wasn’t empty. It was stocked full of crusty condiments, half full 2 gallon pop, olives, etc. and thought this was pretty gross. It was also very hot throughout the house despite all of the air window units. I would also suggest if having plants is something they want to have going forward to keep them all alive because dead/dying plants inside lead to bugs/weird smells and there were both present.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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

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

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

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

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.

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