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Cozy Private Cottage overlooking the St. Croix River Valley

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Aerial view
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy Private Cottage overlooking the St. Croix River Valley

Perched above the breathtaking St. Croix River Valley, this private cottage is a peaceful escape — the ideal place for quiet getaways, intimate gatherings, or simply soaking in the beauty of every season.

There are a lot of great restaurants, sightseeing and activities within easy reach. Bikers Welcome! There are always events in Stillwater which can be found at the DiscoverStillwater website.

Highlights include:
•World Ice Sculpting Competition
•Lumberjack Days
•State parks
•Art in the Park
•Ice Palace
•Canoe, Kayak and Bike rentals
•Ski areas within close driving distance
•Trolley Tours
•Paddleboats and Gondola Rides
•Buzzing restaurant district
And More!

We offer discounts on weekly bookings.
The owners are friendly, easily reached and offer prompt service. We look forward to meeting you.
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Property features:

This cottage is attached to a French Normandy-style house and is a very private, ample 1200 square feet. A European immersion experience will enhance this perfect spot for a getaway. This special and memorable home has been highlighted in Better Homes and Gardens.

It is centrally located to downtown Stillwater, either through a beautiful historic neighborhood or along a bike/walking path along the river. At the bottom of your cottage driveway is Stillwater’s southern scenic overlook where you will get the best view of the new St. Croix Crossing Bridge into Wisconsin.

Sweeping French doors into a bedroom, a full kitchen and bar, living and dining room area and a bathroom with shower all on one level makes the cottage easily accessible and livable for short stays or an extended stay.

Property manager

Louise Fenner

Languages

English, French, German

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Stillwater, MN

What's nearby

  • Ice Castle - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Lift Bridge Brewing Company - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • St. Croix State Park - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Willow River State Park - 17 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

  • Saint Paul Union Depot - 26 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Freight House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stillwater Bowl & Lounge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Cafe - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Private Cottage overlooking the St. Croix River Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Private Cottage overlooking the St. Croix River Valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Private Cottage overlooking the St. Croix River Valley?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Private Cottage overlooking the St. Croix River Valley located?

Located in the heart of Stillwater, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Saint Croix River and Brick Alley Studio of Massage and Bodywork. Lowell Park and Ice Castle are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Cozy Private Cottage overlooking the St. Croix River Valley Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 158 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hallmark weekend in Stillwater
This cottage was the perfect place for our “Hallmark Weekend “ in Stillwater! The location was perfect as we were easily able to enjoy all of the dining, shopping, and holiday festivities of this charming community!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First VRBO
Our first stay at a VRBO and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Very nice property and accommodations. Excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect get away
This cottage is exactly like the pictures. Beautiful inside and outside, close to Main Street, beautiful views in every direction.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week with Family
This was our 2nd stay. Great location, quiet and spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Cottage was perfect and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carla’s review
This is a beautiful cottage. The location is ideal as it’s close to downtown Stillwater. Clean, comfortable and the hosts made us feel welcome.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alf L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
French villa in Minnesota!
This place is wonderful! The location, literally overlooking the St. Croix River, is beautiful. The unit itself was beyond our expectations. The owners have impeccable taste: from the slate floors to the real china dishes, every detail is thought through and executed perfectly. Our only “issue” was my GPS brought me in the wrong way, but we figured it out. We will definitely be back .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute & perfect location
We loved our stay! Better than the pictures, in my opinion. Very clean and nice touches that made it feel cozy. We walked into downtown Stillwater which was about 1.5 miles each way - very easy drive in as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quiet hideaway in a great location
This is a beautiful property! It was also in the perfect location to be a quick trip to downtown or to various trails/restaurants/etc. while having no exposure to the summer weekend crowds!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice, quiet weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Amenities
This is the ideal place for an individual or couple to stay, when visiting the Stillwater area. It has all the charm, convenience and creature comforts you could wish for. The location is near to activities, but peaceful and serene. The hosts are welcoming and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
one of the best ever!
It is the perfect English cottage decorated by an interior decorator. She and her husband are the perfect hosts. Most VRBO properties are decorated with minimal furnishings. This is decorated to perfection. You will remember it forever.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donnie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
The Cottage was wonderful, super clean and everything we needed, extremely quiet and a wonderful neighborhood.Did not meet the host due to our schedule but they were on top of everything… would definitely recommend!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best space and best view with privacy
As a frequent user of VRBO, this place is luxurious, spacious and private. Huge TV with streaming access. Beautiful back yard view with the joy of seeing an occasional fox, wild turkeys, bunnies and deer. Beautfully decorated with very comfortable seating. Gas fireplace. Restaurants, grocery stores, and shopping near-by. Louise and Martin are kind, responsive, respectful hosts.
Stayed 40 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming
We had a lovely stay. House was charming, spacious and clean, and the patio was a nice relaxing place to wind down at the end of the day. It is a short bike ride from the house to the bike trail or to downtown Stillwater. Such a cute town! Would definitely come back for another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
We spent two weeks at this adorable cottage, it was decorated so cute and the comforts and the conveniences were great. Location was idea for us to walk, check out the historic downtown, and spend time with our family. Thank you Louise and Martin, we enjoyed our stay, was hard to leave!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property and hosts
Third time here and not disappointed. Louise and Martin are great hosts. Just a short drive to downtown Stillwater and all the shops and restaurants. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary getaway
Had a nice relaxing stay at a beautiful property! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J., Savage, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honeymoon Cottage
We loved our stay at the cottage! It was perfect for our mini-honeymoon - quiet, lovely and secluded. Just what we needed after a magnificent wedding celebration! Highly recommend! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sue P., West Des Moines Iowa

Beautiful Cottage Experience!
What a wonderful, beautiful and cozy place to stay! We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

John V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay - not disappointed!
This is really a nice property and Louise and Martin are wonderful hosts. Clean and cozy with all the amenities you may need. Conveniently close to downtown Stillwater with its quaint shops and great restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia & Gary K., Mondovi, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enchanting Cottage
Our stay at Scenic Overlook Cottage was wonderful! A true and genuine Old World Charm feel. The decor, dishes, beautiful windows, ample amount of space....along with the cozy and comfortable bed made our stay perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stillwater relaxation point
The cottage was lovely and very clean, easy to feel at home immediately. The view was great, easily access to Stillwater and the Twin Cities.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H., Vadnais Heights

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely space!
This was a perfect getaway for us for a couple of days. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Getaway
Comfortable and quaint one-bedroom was a perfect way to experience Stillwater. Close to downtown with beautiful grounds. The decor made us feel like we were somewhere in Europe!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019