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Historic Swedish Cottage on Quiet Lindstrom Lake

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Property grounds
Great Room with Fireplace and Game Table
2nd Floor Sitting Room Doubles as Sleeping Area
Exterior
Formal Dining Room with Additional Table in Family Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
At the lakefront, this 5-bedroom vacation home accommodates 12 guests and offers 3 bathrooms. It features a yard, deck, and patio for outdoor enjoyment. Engage in water activities with boat access, or enjoy tennis, golf, and fitness center access. Nearby attractions include Green Lake and WineHaven Winery and Vineyard, and the property is pet-friendly.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out

    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.

  • Fireplace

    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dog-friendly
  • Yard
  • Free internet
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Lindstrom, MN
  • Place, South Lindstrom Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, South Center Lake
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, North Center Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Main Floor Bedroom/Office

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Guest

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Second Floor Guest

1 Queen Bed

Second Floor Guest

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Powder/Laundry

Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Main

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Historic Swedish Cottage on Quiet Lindstrom Lake

Vacation in this never before available, historic home on Quiet South Lindstrom Lake. Built in 1898, this home is on the National Historic Record of Homes, but features all the amenities of a new home including a master suite with gas fireplace, an eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and an exercise room with treadmill, recumbent bike, television and weight machine. Wrap around porches and a huge deck cantilevered over the hill above the lake make for great views and relaxation rain or shine. With over 3800 square feet of living space, even the largest family or group can find privacy. PLEASE CLICK ON RATES AND AVAILABILITY - VIEW ALL RENTAL RATES - FOR SEASONAL PRICING.
The Huge Great Room is great for gatherings, yet intimate for quiet reflection around the brick fireplace. Lots of privacy as the house is setback 200 feet from the street. You're just steps to the sand beach and dock. There's great fishing and lots of lake to explore as we are connected to neighboring Chisago Lake.
Responsible Dog owners are welcome and will love the fenced back yard! Send us an email inquiry and we will send you our 26 page HomeBook with floor plans, photos and details about every single room and the surrounding area.
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House Rules

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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)

$50 pet fee. Fenced back yard.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7066722
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
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

About the area

Lindstrom

Located in Lindstrom, this holiday home is on a lake. Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway and St. Croix Festival Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Polk County Fairgrounds and Fawn Doe Rosa Wildlife Educational Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Wild Mountain, or check out an event or a game at Skydive Forest Lake. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Lindstrom, MN

What's nearby

  • South Lindstrom Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • South Center Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • North Center Lake - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Saint Croix River - 13 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Willow River State Park - 41 min drive - 61.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Arby's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Uncommon Loon Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Swedish Cottage on Quiet Lindstrom Lake pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Historic Swedish Cottage on Quiet Lindstrom Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Historic Swedish Cottage on Quiet Lindstrom Lake located?

This family-friendly Lindstrom holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of South Lindstrom Lake and South Center Lake. North Center Lake and Mattson Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 250 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying at this property with a group and it was excellent once again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2026
We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for choosing us again! We look forward to having you again! Jim & Caryn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is amazing , the look from the deck over the lake early mornings with coffee and nights with cocktails was incredible .And our pet was in heaven with the freedom to run free. Jim was in touch as soon as we arrived to make sure everything was ok and to assure us if we needed anything he was there for us. I would highly recommend this propertyThe Murphy’s
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our sibling gathering. There is plenty of space to spread out. The kitchen was just right for the times we ate there. We have booked it already for next year's gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2026
Fantastic!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home has a beautiful layout with plenty of gathering spaces. We loved the antique lamps and some of the furniture items but the modern kitchen was very much appreciated. The bedrooms were spacious with comfortable mattresses. For our group of women we have never had so many bedrooms and bathrooms! I have never stayed at one with so many kitchen items and all so well labeled. The owners have very specific written communications regarding almost anything that comes to mind when renting a vrbo and they are vary available by cell phone if needed. The home could have been cleaner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely LOVED our stay in Lindstrom. It was the cutest house with so much room and the perfect walking distance to the cute town and shops. The house had such cute charm and it was the perfect weekend get away! Will for sure be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2026
Great to hear! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Well equipped kitchen. Lots of room for everyone
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2026
Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, beautiful views, comfortable. and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was amazing. The place was perfect, the views out window while at the kitchen island are amazing. Plenty of space and lots of items available that you may have “forgotten”. Back deck was great, spotted several otters! Location is ideal and I highly recommend the Northwinds coffee shop, it was some of the best coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2026
Your comments are music to our ears! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. I’m sure the wedding was wonderful. Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is absolutely gorgeous! The house was very clean and organized and had many amenities and everything is labeled for directions and access to items. Even if you forgot something theres a 90% chance that the host had nessisary items at the house which helps save multiple trips to the store. (Kitchen items, outside items, grill items, lake items, fire pit items) There is also a community fridge in the basement for beverages (beer, pop) lefts to leave or take from. The house was very large for the cost of the stay and the bedrooms were amazing. The outside was very nice with a small deck and fire pit area. The beach was very nice as well and as long as seaweed isn't a deal breaker the swimming area was very nice and the lake was very clean and warm minimal "lake smell" which is pretty good for an August trip! The lake had a gentle incline from the beach to the deeper area at the end of the dock. Overall an amazing stay and I hope to add this to my friend groups rotation of places to stay for our annual trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2026
Sounds like you really enjoyed yourselves. That’s music to our ears! Thanks for staying with us. Jim & Caryn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house has a lot of space, so worked well for our extended family. And the location was perfect for our needs. Host was great! His communication was very responsive and accommodating. The vintage character of the house was fun! Although an old house does have quirks- main floor windows do not open and refrigerator did not cool properly. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2026
Nicole, Thanks for being such great guests! I arrived shortly after your departure and I could hardly tell anyone had been here... We have the refrigerator issue resolved. It appears someone adjusted the settings before your arrival and that screwed up the cooling. We're all set for your next stay! Jim
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, instructions were clear and easy to follow - would love to visit again for a longer stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov 2025
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay. Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another exceptional stay for New Years! So happy to have found such a wonderful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay... AGAIN! We love having your group.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! What cool old house (huge)!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice a large property for large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful property and great stay for 4 families with kids. Very friendly and helpful host!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely spot!

Great stay and beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2023
We’re so glad you had a nice time. Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jim was very welcoming and responded promptly to emails.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2026
Thanks for staying with us. Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place and close to wedding venue where my daughter got married this weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Excellent location! Beautiful house, but dated and in need of a deep clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2025
It’s been a very busy summer. We’ll be doing our fall deep cleaning very soon. Thanks for staying with us. We hope you’ll come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is very quick to respond to any questions we have. The place is a nice fit for our family ladies deer hunting widows weekend. This was our 4th year here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov 2025
We love having you. I’m so glad we could lock down dates for you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful for our gathering! Very comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2025
So glad to hear it! Please come again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jim was great to work with. Quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2026
Thanks for staying with us! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great space!

Plenty of room for our group and beautiful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

We loved the house, the lake views, and the town of Lindstrom. The fresh flowers in the kitchen were a delightful touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2025
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! To be honest, the flowers were a gift from our next door neighbors and they were still blooming when we left after our summer vacation. I don't want everyone to expect them in the future! LOL. Please come again! Jim & Caryn

About the host

Hosted by Jim Casey

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Caryn and Jim Casey have been married for 40 years (as of 2022). We have two grown daughters, three rescue dogs and two grand-dogs. We love Lindstrom and being at the lake as a contrast to our busy lives in Burbank, CA. Jim has a background in architecture and sells real estate in California.

Why they chose this property

It was love at first sight. We found the house quite by accident. Jim was doing research comparing different real estate websites back in 1999 for a seminar he was giving to a real estate board in Florida. Jim was an internationally recognized technology speaker and trainer in the real estate industry just as the internet and digital technology was changing the real estate business. Our dream house scenario was an older home with wrap around porches on a lake and within 45 minutes of the Twin Cities. Fridhem popped up on his computer screen and the family jumped in the car and drove to the property more out of curiosity than anything else. When we walked up the front sidewalk we were captivated. Because of the original condition of the home and the unfinished attic we knew we could make this a special home for our family and for our retirement (you can live entirely on the first floor if necessary). That same year our two daughters announced their dreams of acting so we packed them up and took them to Burbank to attend school and audition for television and film. Jim spent over a year remodeling the home and commuting back and forth to California until the whole family returned for summer vacation. We never imagined we'd be turning the house into a vacation rental, but it has been a wonderful experience for us sharing the house and still getting to enjoy it throughout the year.

What makes this property unique

Walk to downtown on our tree lined street and enjoy privacy and incredible views of the lake from our large deck. The house is large and yet features lots of little, intimate spaces to congregate or enjoy some alone time. Live in an historic home with all the amenities you'd expect from a 5 star hotel including an exercise room, free WIFI and a smart TV for your Netflix and Amazon Prime viewing pleasure. With a local winery, many restaurants, antique shopping, nearby trails, tennis courts and golf, not to mention the wonderful lake and trophy fishing, everyone can find something to pass the time. Fridhem is a local treasure which everyone in the community has heard stories about in its over 120+ year history. We purposely do NOT rent the house for large events like weddings because we feel it is best for family get togethers and quiet vacations. Our friendly neighbors are there when you need them, but will give you your privacy. We hope you will treat them with the same friendly respect!

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