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Where City Meets Tranquility

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Interior
Backyard Relaxation with Firepit & Bench. Deck furniture removed during winter.
Interior
Dining
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Minnetonka, MN
  • Place, Bryant Lake Regional Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Xinxing Academy
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ridgedale Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Where City Meets Tranquility

Step into this beautifully updated 1960s home, offering a perfect blend of vintage charm and modern comfort. Your upper-level living space features:

3 bedrooms & 2 bath, 1 tub, 1 shower total
Modern kitchen
2 dining areas
2 cozy fireplaces
Spa-like bathrooms

This home is on a wooded lot providing a peaceful escape while still being conveniently located near Minneapolis.

No shared facilities or others on the property.

Enjoy the tranquility of a private retreat with all the comforts of home!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Host guest must be present at check-in.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1222244vb
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

Minnetonka

Minnetonka is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Minnetonka and popular attractions include Valleyfair Amusement Park and Nickelodeon Universe. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Target Field or Target Center.
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Minnetonka, MN

What's nearby

  • Bryant Lake Regional Park - 3 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Xinxing Academy - 3 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Hopkins Center for the Arts - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Ridgedale Center - 5 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Eden Prairie Center - 6 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • City West Station - 5 min drive
  • St. Paul - Minneapolis Station - 22 min drive
  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lunds & Byerlys - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Glenn's 1-Stop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Boom Island Brewing Company And Taproom - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Where City Meets Tranquility pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Where City Meets Tranquility?

As of 10 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Where City Meets Tranquility on 28 Dec, 2026 start from S$340, 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 Where City Meets Tranquility?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Where City Meets Tranquility?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Where City Meets Tranquility?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Where City Meets Tranquility located?

Situated in Minnetonka, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Ridgedale Center, Methodist Hospital and Eden Prairie Center. Round Lake Beach and Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park are also within 9 miles (15 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. 22 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was amazing and very helpful when we had questions. This was the cleanest home that I have stayed in and it is beautifully updated. We enjoyed having a a gorgeous kitchen to cook in, being able to have a fire in the fireplace, and my niece did some sledding on the side hill. We saw deer every morning out back. They had everything we needed to be comfortable while we visited Minnesota. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All in all our stay was comfortable. Pros: Very Clean, beds were comfortable, had everything we needed, primary bathroom was amazing, hosts were welcoming and available. Cons: very musty smelling ( as noted by other reviews ), while the location was ideal for us the access on and off hwy 7 was difficult at times and road noise was noticeable, I don’t recall any mention that access to living area was via a full flight of stairs ( something we’d rather not deal with when traveling and dragging luggage).
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raul C.

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

Beautiful home

Place was very clean and comfortable, definitely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and as listed except the whirlpool bathtub was broken by the guests before us. All in all a great experience. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There were 4 of us on a Girls Trip for a long weekend. We came to tour Paisley Park and we also went to Mall of America. This was a perfect location about halfway between the two. The house was super clean, very well furnished, and was perfect for our stay! Great communication with the host. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

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

Exceeded our Expectations

This property was perfect for our family of four adults to stay in! It had all the amenities one could think of and the location was quiet, convenient and simple to access.The owners were available when we had questions and were great hosts. We would stay here again, for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nicholas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Nice place. However tub was non operational. So it’s really a bath and a half. Plus power went out several times on our trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

Excellent for 4th of July Long Weekend

Thanks for a great stay! We were visiting family for the 4th of July and this was the perfect place. It was hot and humid but under the shade of the big trees and a slight breeze, we were all very comfortable. There is a new BBQ so the brats, hot dogs and hamburgers were perfect. Super clean and well taken care of place. The dishwasher, bathrooms, washer, dryer were all spotless. Thanks for the great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie G.

Secluded & Spotless

Located in a very private wooded area, is was calming and natural...we saw deer every morning. The owner was super responsive and accommodating. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
It was a pleasure to have you as a guest Melanie.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is lovely. A few small tons that need attention. Owners were extremely responsive. Home may need some airing out, definite musty smell when first entering. We were there for a Scentsy conference so we’re all about the smell! Bedrooms were very comfortable. Kitchen is a dream. Dining room table is so unique. Could have stared at it for hours. I want the fridge in my own house! The outdoor space is tranquil. The fire pit is awesome! The shower in the master is also amazing. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

stacy r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

First impression. Outside of house has not been updated much.

Upon seeing the outside of the house, I was very worried about the inside of the house. The house has not been finished being updated. While we were there, we were advised a contractor would be working on the outside concrete steps and to move our cars away from the house. It was muddy where we had to park. We then had to enter the house through the garage. The lower level entry was in dire need of a dehumidifier, to help control the overwhelming musty smell. Normal for MN. Once upstairs, a lot of work has been completed to update the kitchen. The updated living room floor was beautiful. The rest of the house was not as updated. It was an eclectic mix of antiques, Asian, and homey items. I enjoyed studying the antique furniture. The owner was communicative. The contractor working on the house upset my friends but it really did not interfere with our plans. I wish the homeowners all the best. We had more room than if 4 adults were to share a hotel room. . The air conditioner upstairs worked great. We didn’t spend time in the yard because of mosquitoes, which are just a part of summer in MN. Bug spray was provided. Having WiFi was great. The neighborhood is slightly difficult to access and depart from due to one-way traffic. We saw a doe and 2 baby deer in the yard.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was prompt with responding to any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Unspecified U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything needed was included even more than expected definitely a plus to stand thank you very much
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

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

Awesome Stay!

The home is a pleasantly unique MN home. The hosts have provided much attention to theirs guests' needs and are responsive to questions. I enjoyed the large open floor plan and felt comfortable and welcomed. I highly recommend this property for your next stay in MN.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Time in Tonka

Nice house, plenty of space, comfotable. Great communication from the owner. * After a small storm, someone shoveled and cleaned off our cars in the morning. I would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne M.

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

Beautiful, wooded and private location!

The location is beautiful. The home is luxurious and comfortable. Definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Great setting

This was a nice home nestled on a wooded lot with a big firepit outside and two wood burning fireplaces Indoors. The house was very clean and beautiful. The mid-century decor really gave it a luxurious feel. We go TO MPLS to visit family and this was the perfect "base camp"
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine A.

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

Family Reunion

The property was clean, beautifully decorated and the grounds are very private. . The owner was in contact to answer questions and see if we needed anything. The kitchen is well stocked and there is chest of games and playing cards. We had everything we needed. FYI I would not recommend this home for a group with little children as there is no way to block off the entrance stairs.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful kitchen, convenient location

This is a well kept, remodeled house. The kitchen is amazing and well-stocked. There is plenty of the add-on type stuff so you won't need to rebuy everything to cook. Plenty of room to stretch out. A few minor negatives: the listing says the apartment downstairs is empty; it is not, the owner's son lives there, and you share an entrance. It is not a problem, he is very quiet, we barely knew he was there. The jacuzzi jets do not work. The house is on a one-way road, so there are U-turns wherever you go. None of these should change your mind, just be ready.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

mark j.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Tale of two cities

The interior accommodations were nice. The family member living downstairs was no problem. It’s in a great part of town, but the access off the highway can be difficult. The exterior of the home needs a lot of work. I’d give it a C.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
We have provided many upgrades to the property over the course of the last year. Our focus has been primarily on the interior comforts. We have begun updating the exterior curb appeal and it is priced accordingly. This is a beautiful home, with beautiful furnishings and is an absolute bargain.
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa S.

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

Great for family.

Easy access to places. The exterior of the property surprised us as we drove up. It is fairly shabby & a gd scrub to the eave spouts etc would brighten it up. The interior remodels were great. Mixture of old & new decor. Inside was very clean & loved the big windows for view.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
We have been putting extensive improvements into this home and it has many upgrades. The interior is an amazing peaceful getaway. The backyard is newly landscape with a new deck and BBQ grill. We are now focusing on the front curb appeal. The home is priced accordingly.
Verified

8/10 Good

Bruce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Convenient Twin Cities location - does and fawns in the wooded yard!

A very comfortable home decorated with lots of antique furnishings. Modern and functional kitchen loaded with stapes for cooking and eating in. While it never was a problem, and would never be one, there is an occupied apartment on the lower level of the house. The house and apartment are entered through the same door, leading to a foyer on the lower level, with stairs up to the rental space from there. Very attentive, nice landlord. The lower tenant is his son, also a very nice guy. Location is very private and there is good outdoor space for cookouts or evening socials. Would recommend this property to families, or couples. Room for two couples and/or a few children
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

WEEKEND AT MINNETONKA

Thank you for the good accommodations for our family to gather! We enjoyed our stay at your beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Tony R.

Great weekend

Great place. Exactly as described. Somewhat secluded but very close to everywhere. Only complaint was that the house (especially the floors) were cold, eventhough the thermostat was at 72. Great place, but bring your slippers.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

About the host

Your host

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Our family has always enjoyed the entertainment style and comfort of this home. After 20 wonderful years, we decided it was time to bring it into the 21st century with thoughtful upgrades and modern touches. As our children have grown older, we've realized it's the perfect time for us to explore more of the world.

Included in the photo is one of the exchange students we've had the pleasure of hosting over the years—just one example of the many special memories made here.

Now, we're offering our home for rent, hoping it brings as much joy to others as it has to us, while we set out to discover the beauty of other countrysides.

Why they chose this property

This home offers the ideal blend of peaceful living and easy access to the Twin Cities' best attractions. Located just outside the city bustle, you're only minutes away from the metro, vibrant theaters, scenic Lake Minnetonka and surrounding lakes, top-rated golf courses, the iconic Mall of America, Prince's legendary Paisley Park, and the lush Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Whether you're seeking nature, nightlife, or culture, it's all within reach.

What makes this property unique

Surveillance cameras are provided by Xfinity. The front driveway is visible. Cameras are also on the back deck. A ring doorbell records people entering the home.

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