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Ivy Cottage - Serene Lake Cabin Near Minneapolis with FREE SUPs,Canoe & Maui Mat

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Property grounds
Fireplace, books, stereo, offices
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, free WiFi
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 558.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Zimmerman, MN
  • Young Park
    14 min drive
  • Wild Woods Water Park
    17 min drive
  • Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge
    35 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    47 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.

Ivy Cottage - Serene Lake Cabin Near Minneapolis with FREE SUPs,Canoe & Maui Mat

Cozy lake cabin located less than one hour from Minneapolis. It's the perfect place to get away for those looking for a minimalist vacation! Recently remodeled, Ivy Cottage is a great place to unplug (or not, with high-speed internet) and enjoy a stunning view of Lake Fremont. This small but lovely cabin boosts two bedrooms, a well-stocked kitchen and stunning outdoor spaces. Nestled on a peninsula, you will enjoy your morning coffee (or evening cocktail) with a 180+ degree view of the lake and a nature preserve!

We don't have many reviews yet....why? Because we recently bought and remodeled this little gem. We also own a sister property just steps away with TONS of great reviews (check out Fremont Cottage on Lake Fremont). Feel free to book both cabins if you'd like to vacation with family/friends.

DETAILS on Ivy Cottage...
Master bedroom - NEW organic Queen mattress with organic cotton linens and a small closet.

Second bedroom - Twin over full size bunk beds featuring NEW organic mattresses with organic cotton linens and a small closet.

Living Room - Small couch and high top table with seating for four people

Kitchen - open shelving, an island on wheels so that you can move as you cook/prep, well-stocked with your basics (olive oil, seasonings, etc), pots/pans/dishes/glasses/etc, microwave - everything that you to need to make a gourmet meal!

Office/laundry room - Perfect spot to get a little work done or leave with clean clothes!

Porch - screened in to keep the bugs away! Perfect spot to sip your morning cup of coffee and/or evening cocktail (or tea).

Grill - gas grill with utensils included.

Cabin also includes a fire pit, open patio and dock. Feel free to bring your own boat or rent ours. Parking is on the side of the house - space for two cars.

A Maui Mat (think of a large floating yoga mat that can be used as a swim platform) is provided with the rental along with two SUPs. The stand up paddle boards are a great way to explore Lake Fremont (check out the island at the center off the lake and watch the bald eagles)!

This sweet little cabin is meant to escape from busy life so we have intentionally chosen not to include a TV. High speed wifi is available though, because we understand that sometimes a little connection is important!

Want to bring your dog? We love dogs! We welcome dogs for a non-refundable $100 pet deposit. No cats allowed as the owner has a severe cat allergy (Christina loves cats, so blame Craig). Please note that smoking is not allowed inside the cabin.

Like to fish? Throw in a line and catch sunnies, bass and northerns right off the dock! The lake was recently restocked with game fish by the DNR.

Beautiful walking trails within a couple blocks at Grams Regional Park (see photos).

Interested in water adventures during your stay? For an extra fee, we offer rental of a pontoon boat. Ask for details.

Only 20 minutes to Albertville Outlet Shopping Center and the Shops at Arbor Lakes. Only 45 minutes to Minneapolis.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Young Park. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • 15 minutes by car from Mississippi River and 12 minutes from Fairview Hospital
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Zimmerman cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Craig Sandok

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 2 spaces)
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Unit size: 625 sq ft (58.1 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are 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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses 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 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.

Ivy Cottage - Serene Lake Cabin Near Minneapolis with FREE SUPs,Canoe & Maui Mat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abby D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect, Relaxing Getaway
My husband and I just finished up a month long stay at the Ivy Cottage. The cottage itself is so cute and comfortable. Very clean, looked just like the photos. It is right on the water - Beautiful views! Our dog was with us and we enjoyed walking the nearby trail. Hosts were very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chang B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great weekend getaway!
The host was absolutely incredible! Great communication and very accomodating. The house was perfect for my family. Nice fire pit area and being able to cruise the lake in the pontoon was great! Having the SUP's was fun as well.pontoon wad
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ladies Get Away
We had a great time and the owner was wonderful. I want to come again. It was cozy and had comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Out-of-town Friend Stay
My friend from Australia wanted to have a cabin experience while staying with us here in Minnesota. We live in the suburbs, so this was a nice little quiet, two-night getaway for her to experience that. We enjoyed the quiet serenity of this little cabin and she liked how close it was to the water. It was well-equipped and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John and Peggy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice!
My wife and I celebrated our anniversary the week of the 4th and had a great stay! The area was nice and quiet and the lake was peaceful. The cabin has a great kitchen with a nice living room making it easy to relax. We brought a small TV and a streaming device and the Wi-Fi was excellent for our movies at night. We loved sitting in the screened in porch to read our Kindles enjoying the lake and a nice breeze. There is a nearby grocery store and 3 or 4 restaurants whenever we wanted to venture out. We give high marks to the Zimmerman Bar and Grill. We were sad to leave but it’s always nice to get back home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maleah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Return to Zimmerman
We were back in Zimmerman for a graduation party. We wanted to stay close to family and bonus to be on a lake. The Ivy Cottage met all of our needs. Craig was a great host and was able to accommodate an early check in (we had arrived on the red eye the morning of our check in)even though they had guests check out that morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ricardo C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin
Craig’s place was a perfect retreat to the lake and a pace to unplug and relax. Craig was very responsive and helpful throughout our stay. Definitely recommend for any couple to come for a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ivy Cottage lake front
We were there just for a high school graduation, did not get to spend much time at the house but severed our purpose, everything was as expected. As with all Minnesota properties you do not want to be outside after dark with the bugs, only surprise was no tv, this was no issues just something that did not realize. Very happy with property and home to return again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Neighbor Dogs are Menaces & Cleanliness was a problem
First, want to mention Craig was wonderful through booking and answering any questions; however, when we arrived, it did look like nobody had cleaned the place since last summer or fall. There were dozens and dozens of bugs in the door and window tracks, spider webs in corners, stink bugs or dead lady bugs were under bed linens and pillows. The shower was also quite grimy with soap scum and dirt. The biggest concern of ours was the neighbors dogs, both the next door neighbor and the neighbor 2 houses down. All 3 dogs of their dogs would continually come into the hosts yard and poop, pee, growl, bark, come up on the deck. The owners of the two neighboring houses were completely oblivious to their aggressive dogs roaming around- even though the one time the neighbor couldn’t even get her dog back to her own yard. It was quite a stressful stay in that manner considering we have a young toddler and a very gentle, harmless senior dog. Felt like this place had so much opportunity but didn’t live up. Can add photos of the place with time stamps to when we checked in to show cleanliness issues.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great communication from Craig! Peaceful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
time to relax and think own thoughts
my stay was comfortable, relaxing and I enjoyed every moment of it. Was able to do some fishing. Caught a bullhead and a perch. Made up my mind that I must build a house on my lake lot property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary get away
Very nice stay area was very pretty and the trail close by was also nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Quiet Getaway
The Ivy Cottage was a perfect quiet place to unwind for our stay. No TV (but good internet, it is 2023 afterall) so we could read and enjoy the lake. The cabin is small and cozy but enough space to relax and not feel on top of one another. The town of Zimmerman has all the ammenities you need, couple of decent restaurants and a bowling alley. Great for a quiet getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, cozy cabin!
Craig's cabin is very cute and cozy. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Place
The cabin has a great mix of old charm and modern updates. We enjoyed the lake view, especially from the screened in porch during rainy weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James O.

Liked: Cleanliness
I’ve cottage GREAT get away!!!
Terrific owners, very helpful and flexible. This place is just what we needed !!!! We will be back!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023