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Rustic Lodge With A Beach Charm On The St. Croix River

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Stillwater, MN

Place, Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum
‪18 min walk‬
Place, St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area
Place, St. Croix State Park
‪3 min drive‬
Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Rustic Lodge With A Beach Charm On The St. Croix River

Ole Sawmill Lodge is a 4 bedroom 2 bath lodge w/2 pull out couches
Stillwater License #STHR 2018-03

It is a unique property on the St.Croix River that can sleep 11 whether your looking to entertain at the lodge or spend time relaxing up river on one of our rental pontoons. .

Sandy beaches are just minutes away by boat great fishing, water skiing and just relaxing on the St. Croix river!

Great for week or weekend getaways great for lager groups.

Enjoy the play area for the young ones or the bar in the lower level for the adults.

This lodge is located 1 mile north of historic down town Stillwater

Enjoy the new walking path that is just minutes from the lodge to walk your way right into great eats with many restaurants and shopping.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Stillwater

Located in Stillwater, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Ice Castle and Pine Tree Apple Orchard are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Maplewood Mall and Woodbury Lakes. Knoke's Chocolates and Apple River Hideaway are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Stillwater, MN

What's nearby

Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Ice Castle - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
Lowell Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
St. Croix State Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Somerset Amphitheater - 21 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

Saint Paul Union Depot - 29 min drive
St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Freight House - ‬3 min drive
‪Charlie's Restaurant & Irish Pub - ‬3 min drive
‪Ziggy's - ‬3 min drive
‪P.D. Pappy's - ‬3 min drive
‪Cajun Club - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Lodge With A Beach Charm On The St. Croix River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Lodge With A Beach Charm On The St. Croix River ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Lodge With A Beach Charm On The St. Croix River ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Lodge With A Beach Charm On The St. Croix River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Saint Croix River and St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area. Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum and Warden's House Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

20 Jul, 2025

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

Great place to stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna C.

14 Sept, 2025

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

Great stay and plenty of room. Close to town

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin S.

21 Sept, 2025

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

This is my 2nd time staying at the house, I would highly recommend for a girls weekend. Theres everything you need plus a great outdoor space. The check in and out process is the easiest out of any place I’ve stayed. The caretaker is on premises to help with anything. Close to town!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

17 Sept, 2025

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

This lodge had a very low key, laid back atmosphere. The view of the lake was great. The care taker was extremely friendly and co-operative. The beds were comfortable and had nice bedding. The kitchen had plenty of matching plates, bowls and cups and good appliances. We had a very pleasant experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie E.

13 Jul, 2025

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

Great house for our group. Such a convenient place to downtown and Main Street. Had everything we needed!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne P.

20 May, 2025

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

Stillwater Stay

Great stay!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara K.

21 Aug, 2025

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

Nine women stayed at the cabin. We had a fabulous time. Up until we got there if I ever had any questions, Jodi was very prompt and courteous in responding. Once we got there, Pat was such a great host. He was so friendly and attentive to our needs. The cabin was clean, comfortable and accommodating for all of us. The deck with its view was fantastic! Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

2 Jun, 2025

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

Great location- great layout

Very spacious and setup for groups. Great amenities and location to down town still water.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex H.

26 Jun, 2025

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

Bachelorette party

Everything was great, clean house right on the river, great patio and manager was very helpful!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica Q.

14 Oct, 2024

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

Great Place!

Perfect for our group of friends who were in town for a wedding. House is very spacious, clean and comfortable. Pat is great!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie S.

21 Aug, 2024

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

Great quiet corner of the world

Pat was great — place was clean and quiet. Great spot to hide for a few days close to downtown

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

5 Aug, 2024

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

Awesome place!!

Great place. Lots of room. Pat was great! We did wish the patio lights worked, but we got by. Would stay again in a heartbeat!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarence W.

9 Jun, 2024

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

Bachelor Party Getaway

Third property was the perfect location to celebrate our close friends upcoming wedding. The property was beautiful and very convenient given our weekend plans.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah L.

26 Aug, 2024

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

Gem of a find!

Absolutely loved staying at this house. It’s a beautiful location, very close to downtown Stillwater with lots to do! We had a blast on this trip and the house was perfect! Pat stopped by to check in on us and made us feel so welcome. Would definitely come back!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jody P.

12 Sept, 2024

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

Excellent property

It was very helpful to have the caretaker on the property. He was very attentive and helpful. Very convenient location both to the river and to downtown Stillwater. There is plenty of space and the patio is awesome.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

12 Aug, 2024

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

Bachelorette party

Home and location was perfect! We had the best time there cerebrating my daughter’s bachelorette party! Pat was great making sure we had everything we needed and were taken care of. Highly recommend and will definitely book again if we are in the area again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

31 Jul, 2024

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

Bachelorette Party

It was Fantastic, Pat was the perfect host!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian O.

11 Sept, 2024

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

Bachelor Party Weekend

This was a perfect place for a bachelor party on the water and for downtown nightlife and restaurants for dinner. It was an uber away from everything or a 30 minute walk. There was lots of parking as well.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

10 Sept, 2023

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

Great place!

Great place at the Ole Saw Mill Marina. Very easy walk to town in the trail. Super clean and had everything we needed. Pat was great!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norma A.

7 Jun, 2024

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

Great family vacation spot

This is a great place to have a family vacation. Pat was so helpful with everything-from helping us with our pontoon boat trip, starting our fire in the fire pit, to recommending places to see and things to do. The house has a large table to gather for meals and several beds for groups. The town of Stillwater has lots of shops, Teddy Bear Park for the kids, and a wonderful historic trolley tour.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alissa B.

13 Aug, 2024

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

Excellent Stay for a Team

Our team rented this to do some offsite planning. The house was as pictured. Comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen, good layout, excellent outdoor space and nice view of the river. It was less than a 5 minute drive to get downtown which was really convenient to grab groceries or go out to eat. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

4 Jun, 2023

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

A great stay!

This is a FANTASTIC rental. It was perfect for our group with an amazing view. There’s so many beds and everything is so comfortable. Jodi was very responsive leading up to the booking, and Pat was very helpful and available. I would book here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O.

12 Jul, 2024

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

Great time in Stillwater-EXCELLENT LOCATION

We had 3 adult couples stay at this very roomy (lots of space for everyone) VRBO on the banks of the St. Croix River. It was a convenient walk on the trail to town or a very brief drive into the downtown historical district. Lots of shops, restaurants and sites to explore in the area. Weather was delightful but since the river was high due to recent rains, we didn't get in any water activities. We enjoyed the trolley ride that gave us a tour and history of the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

31 Jul, 2023

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

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

From the moment I arrived I knew the listing didn’t do this place justice. This house is INCREDIBLE. Location is right next to downtown but also in a sweet little neighborhood that gives you privacy. When we checked in, Pat showed us around and just wow. There are sliding glass doors around the top level(including the master bedroom)leading out to a balcony that over looks the marina. Sunrises here are phenomenal!! Pat was also our point of contact once we arrived and was available whenever I needed anything- hospitality was 10/10. Saturday we arranged to be taken out on a pontoon for the afternoon and again- PERFECT. Jodi was letting us listen to our own music and gave us great suggestions on where to go for the best beach! We had the very best time here all around and we all agreed this was not only better then expected, but we’ll be back. Sooo much space, so many beds to a accommodate our big group, incredible spot and just really great people. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

20 Jun, 2024

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

Great get-away property

We chose this lodge for a special anniverary get away and we loved it. The space is large and the kitchen is well equiped. We spent all of our time on the the upper level, but if we came with a crowd we would have used all the sleeping quarters and entertaining areas on the first floor level. We needed air conditioning, a dish washer and access to the Internet. This property had great air conditioning and all the appliances were working. The views of the marina and river are great from the large dining area, living area and main bedroom. There are curtains and blinds to keep the early morning sun from being a problem. There is a regular coffee maker, not a Keurig, but that worked for us. A variety of dishes, pots, pans, glasses and such is provided. If you need soap other than liquid soap in the bath, bring your own. Uber is available, both for rides into Stillwater and for Uber Eats delivery. We especially enjoyed the huge deck/patio with ample seating, umbrella coverage and view of the river. The marina may have been noisy/busy, but the rooms in the lodge were quiet and comfortable. This is a great place for a couples get away and would work well for a crowd. As other reviewers have noted, our host Pat greeted us upon arrival and introduced us to the property. He helped me move some of our packed luggage into the home and was ready to resolve any issues that could possibly arise. He is a lovely person who made us feel welcome and safe without invading our privacy.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024