Entire home

City of Lakes Carriage House

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102300 sq ft

Popular amenities

Fireplace
Parking available
Dryer
Kitchen
Washer

Explore the area

Fairmont, MN

United Hospital District - Fairmont Clinic
‪16 min walk‬
Fairmont Aquatic Park
‪17 min walk‬
Mayo Clinic Health System
‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Basement Bar

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

First Floor Living Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Down Stairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

City of Lakes Carriage House

The original carriage house to the next door mansion. Originally built in 1896, this Spacious house has several distinct hangout areas, including the newly opened carriage house basement bar. With a large open family, dining, kitchen area on the first floor and an outdoor patio of the back, there is room for the group to spread out or hangout together.

Property manager

Tim and Tammie Hested

Premier Host

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Have a question?

Beta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Ask a question

Similar properties

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 22

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Fairmont

Located in Fairmont, this holiday home is on a lake. Fairmont Opera House and Martin County Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Fairmont Aquatic Park and Heritiage Acres. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.

Fairmont, MN

What's nearby

Fairmont Opera House - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Martin County Historical Society - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
United Hospital District - Fairmont Clinic - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Fairmont Aquatic Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Rose Lake Golf Club - 17 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪The Ranch Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min walk
‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
‪Subway - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is City of Lakes Carriage House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at City of Lakes Carriage House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at City of Lakes Carriage House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is City of Lakes Carriage House located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Fairmont Opera House, Martin County Historical Society and United Hospital District - Fairmont Clinic. Sylvania Park and Fairmont Aquatic Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

Learn more

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

27 Jul, 2025

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

Great place to stay. So nicely done maintaining the historic significance with modern amenities.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

30 Jun, 2025

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

Nice stay! Thank you

Overall, a very nice experience

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steve C.

6 Jul, 2025

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

Family gathering

Short and sweet

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena B.

7 Apr, 2025

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

Cute cottage

We stayed here for a family wedding and it was perfect for our family.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

22 Jun, 2023

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

Great Stay!

Had everything we needed and very clean!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

4 Sept, 2024

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

Nice homecoming!

What a pleasant stay! Along with my siblings it made a perfect place for a family reunion. The neighborhood was very quiet and the property managers were very responsive. I would highly recommend this place!

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

26 Apr, 2024

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

Cozy Stay in a Great Town

I stayed here for 12 nights and absolutely loved it. It was so comfortable and cozy and I felt right at home. The hosts thought of everything to make the stay amazing. Its a great house, super clean and close to everything! Look forward to visiting again!

Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pao X.

20 Feb, 2023

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

Nice Place

Place was aweswome nice and clean. The kids love the basement area.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

18 Jun, 2023

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

Wedding weekend

Perfect place to stay for a wedding in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

8 May, 2023

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

Girls Weekend

Perfect place for 6 of us to reconnect and share laughs! We enjoyed everything about our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith M.

17 Sept, 2024

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

In town for a family wedding

The hosts have done a very thorough and tasteful renovation of this property. It was very well stocked with linens, towels, and kitchen supplies. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay during a family wedding. It was a very good space for hosting a pre-wedding dinner and brunch the next morning. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta J.

13 Aug, 2024

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

Comfy and homey

Is very cozy, the owners have put a lot of work into this home to make it a pleasurable stay. the history of this carriage home and the large white home are very interesting as well as other homes close by. Was nice to be back in Fairmont and drive around and see old memories of when we grew up in the area.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

29 Sept, 2024

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

Perfect!

Our family of 10 was in the area for a wedding. The house worked perfectly. The host was easy to communicate with and was exceptionally accommodating. accommodating.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel J.

5 May, 2024

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

Room to spread out.

Many different sleeping areas was great for our group. Quaint & adorable home with amenities I didn’t expect (snacks/toiletries) nice touch!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol N.

17 Jul, 2023

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

Nice stay at the Carriage House

Cute and welcoming athmosphere. Good beds and clean. Thank you for making our stay in Fairmont so comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M., Missouri

12 Dec, 2023

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

Family visit

This is a beautifully restored historic home in a great neighborhood. Kitchen is well stocked and gorgeous! The Christmas decorations were a wonderful addition. We highly recommend this property and hope to stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lancie S.

17 Apr, 2024

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

Perfect house

We really enjoyed our stay at the Carriage house. The house was really clean and provided everything we needed for our stay. We had 4 adults and 3 kids under 13 and there was plenty of room for everyone. The basement was great for the kids. Would definitely book again

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ger L.

21 Jan, 2024

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

Great

The house was great and there was enough room for everyone. Great location to get some ice fishing done. Would rent again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 Aug, 2023

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

Fantastic in many ways!

The house is very clean, organized and charming. The location is in a central, in-town, residential neighborhood very close to lakes. The owners are fully accessible and very friendly.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy X.

28 Jan, 2024

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

Ice fishing retreat

The house was cozy, and comfortable. There were plenty of soft and fresh bath towels along with ample toilet paper. Hosts responded immediately when I had a question. Everything was a pleasant experience. Would book again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin L.

4 Aug, 2023

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

Great stay

House was very clean, air conditioning was good and cold, and the kitchen had all the necessities and then some. The only slight drawback was that you have to walk through one of the upstairs sleeping areas in order to get to the other true bedrooms. I would highly recommend this house during your next stay in Fairmont!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

9 Jan, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

This is our second stay at the property. It is a convenient location and the home has everything we need for a comfortable and quiet visit. The living area is spacious and well- considered and there are plenty of comfortable sleeping spaces for a large family. We always have great communication with Tim and Tammie and will most likely stay there again in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

9 Apr, 2023

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

Beautiful home full of warmth

This is a beautiful home well done. Parking was a bit odd, however did not hinder our stay , we had a great time, the home was inviting and full of wonderful surprises. Loved it!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenn H.

20 Jul, 2021

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

Carriage House review

This was the best VRBO experience we have had! The property was just as described. The house was clean and stocked with everything you could imagine. Check in was easy. The host was very responsive to messages and was very helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

17 Mar, 2023

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

Wonderful, cozy space

What a cozy and welcoming space! All 3 generations on our girls weekend enjoyed the home and all it has to offer. Having three finished levels; all clean, beautifully decorated, and functional, allowed for little ones to nap while others caught up. The tv in the kitchen was a hit and kept the littles in one spot while they ate. There was nothing we didn’t love about our stay. We would definitely stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023