Place, Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum
13 min walk
Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
45 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
TV Room/Den/Sleeping Space
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Upstairs Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Commander-North Bin. DT Stillwater. River Views!
This unique architectural gem, nestled inside the iconic Commander Grain Elevator, is located in the historic and vibrant heart of downtown Stillwater. Just a stone's throw away from the St. Croix River with convenient access to walking/biking trails, boating, restaurants, shops and entertainment. Once a functioning grain elevator, The Commander has been carefully renovated over the past 30 years by the owner/architect, Mike McGuire. This fabulous 2 story apartment with 2 bedrooms (1 king, 1 queen), den/TV room/additional sleeping area, gourmet kitchen, living room, designated parking spot and spacious deck offers rustic yet modern sophistication and comfort with river views from most every room. It is our great pleasure to share this truly one of kind experience with you. Come for the biking/walking trails, great food, coffee shops, art and music festivals, pottery tours, shopping, fall colors, and boating. It's a perfect place to stay if you're in town for a wedding as well! We entirely love this building, Stillwater and the beautiful St. Croix River Valley and think you will too!
Important things to note: There are 29 steps to get up to the apartment and an additional 14 steps up to the bedrooms and bathroom. (No elevator) No smoking of any kind inside or outside on the deck of the property. Plenty of parks, benches and trails to enjoy while smoking. No events or parties. No pets. Sorry. 😕 Please note, at one time this building was used to store grain and may not be a good choice for those with certain allergies. Please note, the owner's dog has stayed here occasionally. While we do allow children, please note that this entire space is not child-proofed. There are many steps/stairs, sharp corners on a glass table, etc. Directions and access instructions for your reservation will be provided upon final payment.
PLEASE NOTE: If you need/want space for more guests we do have South Bin adjacent to this property. It sleeps a maximum of 3 guests. There are two condos in the Commander - Stillwater so you'd have the space to yourselves!
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Please bring slippers or indoor shoes & leave outdoor shoes in the front entry, especially in wet and wintery weather. Crocs are available as well.
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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 first aid kit
About the area
Stillwater
Located in Stillwater, this apartment is in the city centre and on a river. Lift Bridge Brewing Company and Loggers Trail Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Croix State Park and St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area. Ice Castle and Knoke's Chocolates are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Saint Paul Union Depot - 27 min drive
St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Ziggy's - 3 min walk
The Freight House - 1 min walk
Oasis Cafe - 8 min walk
P.D. Pappy's - 7 min walk
River Siren Brewing - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Commander-North Bin. DT Stillwater. River Views! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Commander-North Bin. DT Stillwater. River Views!?
As of 2 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Commander-North Bin. DT Stillwater. River Views! on 4 May, 2026 start from S$450, 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 Commander-North Bin. DT Stillwater. River Views!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Commander-North Bin. DT Stillwater. River Views!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Commander-North Bin. DT Stillwater. River Views!?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Commander-North Bin. DT Stillwater. River Views! located?
Located in the heart of Stillwater, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Lowell Park and Ice Castle. Saint Croix River and Warden's House Museum are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Excellent amenities! Loved everything about our stay. The view was beautiful. Enjoyed whomever was playing the piano at Matt’s Saturday night! Great location for shopping and eating. Once we parked(which was very convenient) we really didn’t need to drive. If per chance someone parks in your very clearly marked designated spot…they did…. There is other parking available. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
The North Bin accommodations were excellent! Very nice apartment which has a deck with a beautiful view. Location was perfect with shopping, pubs/restaurants and walking areas just outside our door. Would recommend staying her for sure!!!!
We loved our stay in the North Bin! Beautiful property and perfect location downtown for our girls weekend. So nice to be able to pop in and out throughout the day. Great river views as well! Highly recommend!
Katie W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May, 2023
Thank you for staying and for choosing us as your girl's weekend destination.
We were here for my son's wedding on the paddle boats, so the location couldn't have been better!! They were accommodating for us to get in early. While it was a little pricey, we especially appreciate the minimal things to do for check out. All in all would HIGHLY recommend
We stayed 2 nights at the end of a family reunion in northern WI, and ran the St Croix Crossing half marathon as a family of 5. The Commander was a perfect spot. Very clean and comfortable. Unique architecture. Well appointed kitchen. Lots of space for lounging. And right next to river and downtown shopping and restaurants. We were very happy with this place.
This place is so neat! Can't get a better location for downtown Stillwater. Walking distance to everything.
We stayed here for our 20th anniversary with another couple. Lots of space. We spent a lot of time hanging out at the place due to rain.
Highly recommend.
This VRBO is stylish and the hosts have thought of all the amenities necessary for making great meals on site! The view of downtown Stillwater is tough to beat! We would definitely stay again!
This was such a cute place to stay for girls weekend. It is close to everything! We loved being able to pop in and out throughout the day and evening. All our possible needs were met (house crocs, earplugs, coffee, etc). The beds are fabulous and the view of the river was great. No place better to stay in Stillwater!
We had friends visiting from Melbourne, Australia, and wanted to find a special spot to ring in the New Year. The Commander Grain Elevator was just that! The space is beautiful, the kitchen has everything you need and the location provides amazing walkability to coffee shops, restaurants and more! And for the farm fanatic three-year old, staying in a grain elevator was a dream come true. Would recommend staying here!