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Vintage Lake Cottage On The Shores Of Lake Pepin

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Beach
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

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Frontenac, MN
  • Lake Pepin
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Frontenac State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Maiden Rock Winery & Cidery
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vintage Lake Cottage On The Shores Of Lake Pepin

Step back in time to when families enjoyed long days on the beach and long nights around the camp fire. Located on the banks of the Mississippi River and Lake Pepin, this property offers sweeping views of the waterfront and majestic bluffs of the Hiawatha Valley. A large living area is the perfect place to play games, dine, enjoy the views and unwind. The large yard is perfect to enjoy outdoor sports and huge sand beach and dock are your gateway to adventure.

Located 10 miles from Red Wing and 5 miles from Lake City this is the perfect place to book to enjoy all the area has to offer. From world class fishing, boating, wineries, dining, shopping, museums, skiing, golfing, biking and more, there is a reason this region has been included as on of the world's top 25 historic travel destinations.

Book your stay now and get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime.

Property manager

Randy Koplin
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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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 and cats (limit 2 total)
We do require you clean up after your pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Frontenac

Located in Frontenac, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Red Wing Shoe Store & Museum and Aliveo Military Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hansen's Harbor and Lake City Golf. Travelling with kids? Consider Reads Landing and Pepin Depot Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Frontenac, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Pepin - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Frontenac State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Pepin Rest Area - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Pleasant Valley Lakelet - 11 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Maiden Rock Winery & Cidery - 57 min drive - 63.2 km

Getting around

  • Red Wing Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chickadee Cottage Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fresh Wok of Lake City - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Big Bear Pizzeria & Deli - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vintage Lake Cottage On The Shores Of Lake Pepin pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Vintage Lake Cottage On The Shores Of Lake Pepin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage Lake Cottage On The Shores Of Lake Pepin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vintage Lake Cottage On The Shores Of Lake Pepin located?

Nestled on the beach, this Frontenac cottage is just steps away from Lake Pepin and Mississippi River. Florence Township Beach and Frontenac State Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 105 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

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

Cozy cabin on the water

We had an excellent time staying in Frontenac on Lake Pepin. Awesome water front lot with views of the bluffs! Great place to disconnect and spend quality time with loved ones.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy k.

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

Fantastic getaway

Amazing views and bird watching. A perfect place to get away and just unwind. We actually got to watch a turtle lay eggs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The property outside needed some TLC. The cabin had what we needed inside. The beds were uncomfortable. We could not get to the beach due to a swamp in the lawn. The propery location was good. It was a beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric V.

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

rustic cabin on the lake

Loved it. We love Frontenac and the surrounding area. You can hike to the state park from the cabin (3.5 miles to point no point) We Kayaked, Hiked and even did a winery tour at Villa Bellezza in Pepin. Our Host was conscientious and helpful. On our first night we blew a fuse and the refrigerator was out, Randy came over at 7:30 the next morning with a bag of ice (in case he couldn't mend the fridge) and even some of his homemade maple syrup. He was able to get the fridge running and we were home free. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine E.

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

Very relaxing

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie R.

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

Lake Pepin

Beautiful location. Cabin met all our needs! They had everything we could imagine or need! It was a great getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Perfect Fall Getaway

My husband and I took a long weekend for his birthday up to Lake Pepin. What an absolute gem this cottage was! All of the stresses of life just melted away from the gorgeous scenery and I just loved all of the charm and neat antiques in this home. We will definitely return!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariel H.

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

2024 Belmont Trip!

We always love the accommodations! We kayak, fish, swim, and just make memories! We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nikki W.

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

Cozy little place!

Cozy and basic, just what we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariah W.

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

Lovely

Lovely stay, very sweet location and cabin, and very welcoming hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheri M.

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

Peaceful and scenic

This was an enjoyable getaway for me, my friend and her dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Dave & Kris B., Sioux City, IA

Relaxing Fun

Had everything we needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bethany K.

Perfect getaway!

We had a great girls' getaway weekend at this cabin! It was perfect for us to relax and enjoy the beautiful Lake Pepin.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Eric Golf V.

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

Rustic cottage

Great stay, host provided s’more making material and firewood. Great fishing and view of lake Pepin. My wife’s father grew up in Frontenac so it was a trip down memory lane. We loved hiking at the state park.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lucas W., Maple Grove, MN USA

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

Great cabin!

Randy’s place is the perfect cabin! It has all the amenities of home, but is rustic enough to know you’re on vacation. The location is perfect…on a quiet lagoon right on Lake Pepin. Plenty of room to sit, let the world pass you by and watch the eagles soar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William U.

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

Right on the lake, no bugs, lots of bird song,quiet and relaxing

Very easy to rent, photos were accurate, close to home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Nina H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Vintage is code for musty

The location is great, host was communicative and check-in was easy. The AC worked well and the hot water was instant. Unfortunately the cabin itself leaves much to be desired. The pullout couch was barely functional (something must be broken), one of the grill burners was out so we couldn't cook everyone's dinner at once, the cookware is ancient and past it's usefulness (the only metal spatula I found was missing a handle - made it work but come on just throw it out already!), the diningroom chairs don't have much support left under the cushions so you just sink into the frame.... spiders everywhere, a few mouse droppings sprinkled about and an overwhelming musty smell... my allergies went into high gear. The sliding door onto the patio has a broken latch or mechanism; once you went out you couldn't get back in and would have to walk around to the side door. My mom and I wanted to deep clean and toss half the knick knacks, pull weeds, and address the piles of junk outside. We were disappointed for what we paid and now I understand why it was the only cabin left we could find in that area on shorter notice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Can't get enough of the veiw. Just wish the weather had been nicer to enjoy the lake more. Host was very nice and occmidating..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Lake Pepin visit

Looking for a place for a family gathering in Minnesota. Found this cabin on Lake Pepin. It is a rustic cabin right on the water. Fulfilled our housing needs and greatly enjoyed the scenery. Had campfires every night and enjoyed the array of wildlife present. We would look to rent here again if we are back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

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

Cute cabin!

Just what I love and expect from a lake cabin. Pretty views from cabin. Flat property making loading/unloading and walking back and forth from water to cabin easy. Beach for kids to entertain themselves. Clean, sandy water right out from beach. Great family fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

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

Great as Always!!!

Wonderful time once again. Quiet peaceful cottage right on the river and very close to public beach. Fishing is always good in a boat or right from shore. Randy is very helpful and easy going. Cant wait till next year. Even with the flooding this spring Randy made sure the place was in order before our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

karra n.

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

family vacation

great property!! we knew the recent floods had effected the land, so we were fine. but would have been nice to be able to swim off shore. we were unable to as too many weeds. the cabin is a cabin and was as expected. we enjoyed our time. Randy communicated with us very well and was greatly appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Perfect weekend

My 11-year old kept saying how cozy he thought the house was. My 6-year old enjoyed the kids books in the book-case. We enjoyed the place and the beach and the location. Randy was very kind and responsive. No cell service, which was fantastic! The water from the tap was iron-rich, so we bought some jugs of our own and were happy to find water bottles to drink in the fridge. We would stay here again, for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

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

Wonderful get away a short drive from home

We were looking for a cabin not far from home and we found in Randy’s rustic cabin in Old Frontenac on Lake Pepin. What’s amazing is the property (not the cabin) was underwater because of flooding on the Mississippi River 3 weeks before we arrived. But the lawn was cleaned up, we parked the pontoon on the beach and moved into the cabin, which is older, but has a large living area and was very clean. There’s no TV reception, no internet and cell service for a spotty, but we loved it! Our 7 day stay was relaxing. There’s a nice fire pit and 4 golf courses nearby. We spent our days in the pontoon and our nights grilling and playing games. Randy was extremely good at communicating with us and making sure we had everything we needed. It was wonderful and we will be back.!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gina R.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Worst Experience Ever

Need to be condemned. Holes in the house. Trash and broken glass around the yard. House needs major repairs from inside and outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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