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Cottage Charm

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Nisswa, MN
  • MN Surf Co
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Nisswa City Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • The Pines Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nisswa

In Nisswa .At this Nisswa vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Fritz Loven Park and 6 miles (10 km) of MN Surf Co. Nisswa City Park and Pequot Lakes Dog Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • MN Surf Co - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Nisswa City Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Nisswa Family Fun Center - 7 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • The Pines Golf Course - 9 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Gull Lake - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lucky's Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy*s - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hunts Point Sportsman's Club - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cottage Charm

The Cottage is the perfect place to unplug and unwind. This comfortable cabin/house sits on a 2 acre wooded lot that provides privacy, relaxation and plenty of wildlife. 3.4 easy miles to Nisswa, 9 miles to Gull Lake, 19 to Crosslake MN and is easily accessible off of HWY 371. The cabin is great for a family vacation or girls/guys weekend. This is a very private location yet close to lakes, bike trails, rivers, shopping, restaurants, local breweries, and wineries. Outside fire pit(firewood provided), gas grill, back porch attached right off of the family room.

The cabin has 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1 king bed in master bedroom along with a TV, other 2 bedrooms have queen beds. There is an additional queen day bed in the family room area. Mini split air conditioning, in floor heat, kinetico water filtration system, gas fireplace in living room and wood burning fireplace in family room.

This is a garden home with all living spaces on one level with no stairs. Walkout to both front and back patios. The kitchen has all the dishes, pots, pans, and utensils you will need, a full-size fridge, dishwasher, electric stove, keurig coffee maker. Washer and Dryer available for your use. TV in the master bedroom, family and living room(Chromecast on all TVs), WIFI, DVD player.

Large patios accessible from the living room and family room area. Spacious yard with fire pit, grill, and yard games. Quiet reading area in the family room with a table to play cards or board games. Cards, board games, books and DVD's for your use(both adult and child friendly).

Large parking area with both indoor and outdoor parking. Outside is well lit with plenty of exterior lights. Smoke and CO detectors, fire extinguisher, basic first aid.

Local Breweries in Nisswa and Baxter. We recommend the following restaurants of Ernie's on Gull, Sherwood Forest, The Boulder Tap House, Rafferty's Pizza, Commander and A-Pine Family Restaurant.

Only 5 miles away in Nisswa there is Schaefer's Foods local grocery store and Spirits of Nisswa liquor store. You will also find public access to Lower Cullen, West Twin Lake, Nisswa Lake, Lake Hubert, Round Lake, Gull Lake and many more.

Access to the Paul Bunyan Trail is 1.4 miles away. The Paul bunyan Trail is a multi-use recreational rail trail spanning 120-miles and it connects the Heartland Trail, the Blue Ox Trail and the Cuyuna State Trail. You can enjoy biking, rollerblading, walking, geocaching, snowmobiling and running while sightseeing.

Attractions nearby include Nisswa City Park, Mount Ski gull, Brainard Zip Line Tour, Multiple Championship Golf Courses, Brainard International Raceway, Northland Kart County, Pirates Cove Adventure Golf, and many more.

Events to consider this winter in the Nisswa area:

Nisswa City of Lights Celebration November 28th
Family-Friendly Activities for Every Age
Meet Santa Claus, Live Reindeer, Storytelling and Carolers, Bonfires and Treats, Food Trucks, and The Fireworks Finale: A Spectacular Holiday Highlight
Every tree, fence, and building in Downtown Nisswa is meticulously decorated, creating a picturesque winter wonderland.

Snowmobiling
Explore Minnesota’s splendor as you cruise hundreds of miles of groomed trails in our winter wonderland.
The Cottage is conveniently located next to the trails and only minutes from downtown Nisswa and Pequot Lakes! From here, you can access hundreds of miles of groomed trails, including the beautiful Paul Bunyan trail, complete with mile markers, town locations, restaurants, and fuel stop signage. You can start your adventure right from the Cottage and ride the ditches 1.4 miles to the Paul Bunyan Trail or tow away on a trailer.

Motion activated Nest doorbell camera located on the front door with coverage of front porch, walkway and driveway.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Cottage Charm Nisswa
Cottage Charm Private vacation home
Cottage Charm Private vacation home Nisswa

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cottage Charm to the airport?

This vacation home is 22.9 mi (29-min drive) away from the Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cottage Charm have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Cottage Charm offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cottage Charm?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Cottage Charm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cottage Charm?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Cottage Charm have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Cottage Charm have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Cottage Charm to downtown Nisswa?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from Nisswa.

Reviews

Cottage Charm Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd VRBO property we've stayed for our annual golf trips. Two years in Biwabik MN and this year Nisswa MN. Both excellent, this one being a free standing residential home. Couldn't have asked for better. Very roomey one level private setting etc etc etc. Property owner/manager very responsive. We'll consider it again on return to Nisswa. THANK YOU!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house. Evrey thing worked and was in good condotion
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley E.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house was a great place to stay! Super cute and cozy and big enough for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really awesome property. Quiet and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candee K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wow!!

This VRBO impressed us the moment we turned into the driveway. Tucked away in a wooded area. From the moment we walked in, it felt like home. It was extremely clean. It was also a perfect location for us to restaurants and shopping. We could not have picked a better place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway!

This was the perfect place for our two families to stay stay for a few days. It was clean, comfortable, and close to a lake for a day of boating. Thanks for the great cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Cottage

The property was as advertised. Very nice & clean. The only improvement I would suggest is another fan as only the Master bedroom had AC. The other 2 bedrooms did not have AC. We stayed on one of the hottest weekends of the year & only had one fan which made the third bedroom warm & stagnant. Everything else about the property was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great VRBO in lakes country

Had a great experience. Initially the doorcode did not work but was let in promptly and everything was smooth sailing from there. Would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place fir a family get together.

Although it was a rain out, it was a great place for a family get together.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maya J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything we wanted!

Property was clean and stocked with everything we could have needed. Close to downtown Nisswa and all the fun activities we wanted to enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend

We came up for the Christmas/Fall house tours. The donation to the food shelf was worth it. The 6 of us always have a fun time. Weather was very nice but a little windy but we did not complain. We will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Megan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unreasonable Charge

We stayed for two nights while in the area for a wedding. The house was as pictured and the location was nice. While there, a piece of a plastic bowl broke off while we were mixing in it. We put the pieces in the garbage and continued making breakfast. The day after our stay, I received an email from VRBO saying I had a new charge. Confused, I opened the email and found the following explanation from the host: "Broken bowl and missing coasters. Bowl was found in the garbage. Renter did not notify me of any damage." Without any prior notification or attempt at understanding, she charged us $60 for the broken plastic mixing bowl and then additionally accused us of stealing coasters? And dug through all our trash? The entire thing is strange and honestly insulting. I'm in the process of disputing the charge with VRBO. We are extremely careful to treat properties with respect, follow host rules, and ensure we leave the place as we found it, just as we did at this location. I find it unreasonable that there was no communication prior to the charge as had she reached out, we could have discussed the reimbursement of the bowl. As for the coasters, I don't even know what to say about that as we didn't pay any attention to them, let alone steal them. Overall, I would recommend looking elsewhere to prevent finding yourself in this totally unexpected and unsettling situation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay Review

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nisswa

Excellent experience! Only thing missing was cable tv. We like to see the news and we are not streamers. Other than that, it was a fantastic home that met all our needs. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great, cozy place!

House was everything we expected from the listing. Very comfortable, plenty of space for everyone to sit and be comfortable. Also, plenty of garage space to park in at night to keep everything secure. Will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin

Came up for the races at BIR. Cabin is laid out very well and the 4 real beds is a huge plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rnita R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful well appointed property

Perfect location as a base camp betweem brainerd and pine river. The furniture was comfortable and we loved the ability to stream our favorite videos from our pfones to the tv. Christine responded promptly to all requests and left us with the privacy we needed.i would hijighly recommend booking this property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Quick work trip and everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Family Get Together

We went to Nisswa for a family wedding. This property was a short drive to Main Street. The property was clean and comfortable! The kitchen is wells stocked with dishes ect. The yard is large and private.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niall S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cottage

It’s a beautiful home; I only wish I got to use the property more in my short time there. I would absolutely stay there again if I was going to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Lake Break

Beautiful stay in a wonderful property. Everything just as we expected. Great private location, wonderful layout, and thoughtful touches everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy T.

Liked: Cleanliness

A peaceful, serene getaway

My husband and I, along with some very good friends, enjoyed a short but very relaxing stay. The setting is so peaceful. The neighborhood is quiet and safe. The house has everything you’d need. Better yet, it is just a short drive into Nisswa where we relished all of the little boutiques and unique shopping experiences. And there are numerous restaurants, bars and breweries in the event that shopping makes you hungry and thirsty. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nisswa

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb C., Hugo, MN (USA)

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Girl’s Weekend

The house was perfect for our girls weekend away. Very clean, everything we needed was already there for us. It’s close to the town of Nisswa, that’s a fun place to walk around too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Trip 2024

We loved this property! Will definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024