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Cozy cottage on private wetland

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

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Herman, MN
  • Pelican Lake
    38 min drive
  • University of Minnesota - Morris
    40 min drive
  • Andes Tower Hills
    45 min drive

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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 cottage on private wetland


Looking to get away for some rest, relaxation and/or recreation? Check out our one of a kind “Cottage on the Pond”. Located in west central Minnesota our cozy cottage is built on a 27 acre private pond and game protected wetland. We are just 35 minutes from many lakes with fishing, golfing, boating and beaches!

If you are an outdoor enthusiast our property is home to many wild waterfowl including trumpeter swans, wood ducks, mallards, geese and pelicans (yes, pelicans). We also have many native passerine birds (warblers, wood warblers, flycatchers) and native wildflowers (purple prairie cone flower, spider wort, prairie blazing star). Wireless High speed Internet for your electronic needs! Taking reservations now for the months of May through September.

Cottage Details:
• The building looks over a 27 acre pond with man made islands.
• 1 Full size bed, 1 bunk bed, 1 couch, and 1 cot.
• The cottage includes a fully remodeled kitchenette with dishes, pots, pans, and silverware, also Bathroom and Dining area.
• From the cottage dining table you will be overlooking the 27 acre pond below. One room has the kitchenette with dining table, couch and tucked away in the corner will be the bunk bed. In the pine room will be the full size bed.
• There are two quaint outdoor decks. The main patio has table and gas grill overlooking the pond with geese, pelicans and many other waterfowl.
• Many antiques and artwork spread throughout the cottage.

Features and Amenities:
• Full Kitchen
• Dishes, Stove, Microwave
• Air Conditioning
• Wireless Internet!!!
• 3 Beds(1 Full, Twin bunk beds, Couch, and 1 cot)
• DVD player
• 1 Bath w/Shower
• Linens
• T.V. (30 local Channels)
• Fireplace (outdoor)
• Binoculars
• Gas Grill
• Beautiful View
• Deck w/patio table
High Speed WiFi internet (40mb)


40 Minutes from:
• Movie Theater
• Shopping Area
• Golf Courses
• Beaches
• Restaurants
• Fishing
• Antique Stores
• Bowling

We are 35 minutes west of Alexandria on Highway 27. We are about 2 1/2-3 hours from the Twin Cities. There is no smoking in the building. Sorry, no fishing or swimming in the pond.
Our customers tell us they enjoy the overall property condition at this cottage. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, fireplace, and balcony or patio
  • Free WiFi
  • 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Prairie Ridge Hospital & Health and 21 mi (33.8 km) from Stevens County Historical Society and Museum
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Herman cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

John

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grills
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Cozy cottage on private wetland Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miles A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint, Calm, Quiet, Nice
The experience at this place was wondrous. The place is nice with no noise, letting the natural sounds of the wildlife surround and lull you into a nice relaxing vibe. The cabin itself is slightly small, but its cozy. Would definantly rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catrina T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cabin in the country
It was a hot weekend but the AC was cold. We enjoyed hanging out on the deck overlooking the pond. Only thing to note is that I'd recommend bringing your own drinking water! But it was a great stay, we'd be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brennan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great relaxing getaway
We were celebrating our anniversary so we took the dogs up north and we loved it! The host is friendly, respectful of privacy, and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Saint Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway with dogs - no fireworks!
This place was perfect for the 2 people and 2 dogs to get away for the July 4th Weekend. The dogs loved the long walks in the meadow and along the road. The deck was a great place to sit in the sun and watch the swans. John was communicative and very nice. This is really a great place away from the hub-bub of the busy and noisy world. We did take the dogs into Morris (about 30 minute drive) on Saturday to an off leash dog park and DQ for pup cups afterwards. Other than that we worked remotely one day, watched movies, and read. Wifi and Roku were great to be able to work and log in to our own accounts for watching what we wanted. Would go back, especially with our dog, to avoid the fireworks and other holiday noises. It truly is a serene setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the cottage!
We had a 2 night stay at this lovely cottage. Most of us enjoyed watching the pelicans and egrets on the deck. We played cards with our teens. I dont think the teens liked "unplugging" but I know it recharged all of our mental batteries. It was a gorgeous view and the bed was comfortable!!! Thanks for the stay John!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

J T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
The property has an interesting history. The owner even wrote a book about his life there. Some of what they did with the property tied back to place and artist and artwork we've collected over the last 30 years. This was a wonderful surprise for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quiet.
Nice little house in a great location next to a wetland. Perfect place to get away from it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

kevbrown k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Everything was good but for flies
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Shawn K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not exactly what we expected
We were surprised to pull into a farm with 2 more houses in close proximity. From the photos on the website the cabin looks secluded. However, even though we saw cars, we only saw the host one time for about 5 minutes and no one else. It was very quiet and private. It was rustic, cozy, and clean. Very small (we expected that). We appreciated being able to bring our dogs. We had a very relaxing 2 days. We would have appreciated if the chairs by the Fire pit had been cleaned off and one of them was broken. Overall, we had a lovely time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cabin
Very cute cabin, pretty property. The people were great and we enjoyed our stay here. The location worked great for us visiting family in the area, but it is about 20 minutes from any town. We were not prepared for Minnesota bugs so bring bug spray!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint cottage
Overall our stay was pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views to relax and unwind
The scenery could not have been more perfect and we enjoyed the remote location. The small cottage was clean and well stocked and our dog loved exploring. The host was very kind and the bunk beds were quite comfortable. The history of the farm was fascinating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maryellen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
I wanted trees and water. This cottage on a beautiful pond teeming with wildlife was a perfect place for me. The deck was a wonderful space to drink in the natural beauty. The hosts were cordial, but not intrusive. I stayed 3 extra days because I didn't want to leave. Also, an autobiography of the history and life of this area gave me an even deeper impression of this protected wetland site.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Nan K.

Restful place
We enjoyed the deck and watching birds on the pond. Nice walks along the road. We slept well!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
I'll get the cons out of the way first: It's very small, but ok for a couple more than 2 would be tight. Must bring water to drink. It's on a farm so owner is right beside you, dog runs loose and a cat. Pros: It's very quiet, even with them beside us we didn't hear much noise more the ducks on the lake over everything. Owner very responsive and helpful when needed. Pretty much have everything there you need minus normal things you would pack to a hotel. Great views, lots of ducks, pelicans, birds, and squirrels. Overall a good relaxing weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and relaxing
We really enjoyed our stay here. We were looking for someplace to relax and get away from the city noise and this fit the bill. No traffic, no sirens and only a few other people on the property that were very quiet. We sat out on the necks and enjoyed the perfect weather and all the birds. It was wonderful being by the water. The dogs even enjoyed it. The house is very small, but has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and remote
Great spot for low key, stay in, and relaxing kind of weekend. Any activities are like 25 minutes away. Great view of the lake and numerous bird species to watch and enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rich G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, cozy cottage with a view!
We were looking for a quiet get-away for the weekend and we were not disappointed. The cottage was small, yet just what we needed as we enjoyed the deck and watching the pelicans. We were able to cook all our meals as there was a stocked kitchen with plates, utensils, etc. We used a cooler on a deck for extra storage since the fridge is under the counter. Cottonwood Lake is within 5 minutes and stocked with fish.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We went to enjoy the serenity!
This was our second stay at this cottage. We specifically selected this property based on its remote location where we would not be able to hear fireworks. The only noise we heard was the birds singing to us! You are still within a half hour from restaurants and groceries. The hosts are THE BEST. Communication is prompt and thorough. We were able to take our small dog with us as well. The cottage is intimate but has everything you need. The water is very hard, so we took extra for me so I could rinse my hair......yes, my husband rolled his eyes on this request, but went along with it. We take bottled water for drinking and making tea/coffee and any cooking. The shower has great hot water and toilet flushes great. Nice, functional newer kitchen. The very best part was the large deck off the kitchen where we sat for many hours watching all the wildlife. We noticed very few bugs of any kind and we were there over July 4th.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
The property was lovely, kitchen was well equipped, and the view of the lake/pond was beautiful. We got to see a couple of pelicans, and herons.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet M., Dacono, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy cabin
Cabin was clean and comfy. Three adult sisters shared the cabin for a long weekend, and though we didn't cook much, one certainly could have. Air conditioner was adequate for the space! And no mosquitoes, which was a pleasant surprise!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and relaxing
The cabin was decent sized and had all you need for a weekend, I'd suggest cream and sugar packets for coffee though. Nice area for a fire along the lake and no nosy neighbors or host, which is appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael/Melody M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful cozy pet friendly getaway
Such a beautiful pond, very nice host. So good for us to find a pet perfect get away spot. Stay was perfect! Just enough to do outdoors and beaches and attractions in a daytrip distance or less. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
We had a very nice relaxing week! It was quiet and clean! Our only issue and I should have asked was we didn’t realize there was not a full size fridge so we brought a weeks of groceries and then had to go buy a cooler and ice for storage. We managed fine!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable in a Beautiful setting!
This property was perfect for our family as dog owners. We always take ours on vacation and this home was pet friendly and in an absolutely gorgeous setting. We were welcomed by the owners and made to feel like family. I would highly recommend a stay at this location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021