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3 Blocks to Mtn Biking: 'The Cottage' in Crosby

Crosby vacation home with kitchen

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar.
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a black door.
A single-story house with a sloped roof, a front porch with a bench, and a small deck area.
A modern bathroom with a white sink, black faucet, and a large mirror. There is a window with blinds on the left and a trash bin in the corner.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Crosby, MN
  • Place, Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Serpent Lake
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Crosby Memorial Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Crosby

In Crosby .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area and Croft Mine Historical Park. Also, Serpent Lake is within half a mile (1 km) and Crosby Memorial Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Croft Mine Historical Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Serpent Lake - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Crosby Memorial Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Portsmouth Mine Lake - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Deerstand Restaurant and Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bridge Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cuyuna Brewing Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Woodtick Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern - ‬4 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.

3 Blocks to Mtn Biking: 'The Cottage' in Crosby

Unwind By the Fire Pit | Backyard Barbecues | 1 Mi to Boat Ramp

Enjoy easy access to outdoor fun when you book this charming Crosby vacation rental for your next Minnesota getaway. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath house puts you within reach of popular lakes, fishing spots, mountain biking trails, and more — perfect for all the outdoor adventurers in your crew. After visiting Serpent Lake or Crosby's quaint downtown district, head home to unwind in the beautifully refurbished interior.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2 (Loft): 2 queen beds

HOME HIGHLIGHTS
- Smart TV, board games
- Expandable dining table
- Deck, gas grill, outdoor seating
- Solo Stove smokeless fire pit
- Backyard

KITCHEN
- Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
- Ninja DualBrew coffee maker (K-Cup compatible)
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, trash bags & paper towels

GENERAL
- Central heating & A/C
- Towels & linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- Washer & dryer, clothes steamer
- Water softener & whole-house water filtration system
- Free WiFi, keyless entry

FAQ
- 3 exterior security cameras (facing out)

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story house, 2 steps to enter
- Bedroom & full bathroom on 1st floor

PARKING
- Driveway (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- 0.3 miles to Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Trails & Cuyuna Lake Trail
- 1 mile to Crosby Memorial Park: Serpent Lake boat ramp
- 2 miles to Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
- 0.6 miles to downtown: local restaurants, shops, breweries, antique stores
- 24 miles to Brainerd International Raceway
- 15 miles to Aitkin County Fairgrounds
- 13 miles to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport & 139 miles to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story house requires 2 steps to enter, with a bedroom and bathroom on the 1st floor. A steep wooden staircase with a railing is required to reach the 2nd-floor bedroom
- Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is a Ring doorbell device facing the front outdoor entry. Camera 2 is a Ring camera on the back of the garage facing out. Camera 3 is in the garage keypad facing the garage entry. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Motor boating 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 and a first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

475679

Frequently asked questions

How close is 3 Blocks to Mtn Biking: 'The Cottage' in Crosby to the airport?

This vacation home is 12.5 mi (15-min drive) away from the Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 3 Blocks to Mtn Biking: 'The Cottage' in Crosby have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does 3 Blocks to Mtn Biking: 'The Cottage' in Crosby offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 3 Blocks to Mtn Biking: 'The Cottage' in Crosby?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 3 Blocks to Mtn Biking: 'The Cottage' in Crosby?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 3 Blocks to Mtn Biking: 'The Cottage' in Crosby?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 3 Blocks to Mtn Biking: 'The Cottage' in Crosby have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 3 Blocks to Mtn Biking: 'The Cottage' in Crosby have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 3 Blocks to Mtn Biking: 'The Cottage' in Crosby to downtown Crosby?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Crosby.

3 Blocks to Mtn Biking: 'The Cottage' in Crosby Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raymond J.

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

Crosby stay

Terrific! Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Stunning place and so clean.

They thought of everything and had modern amenities. We spent our evenings and nights here after a day on a local lake. It was such a wonderful place to relax and hang out at.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Barb

Lovely stay

We enjoyed our midweek stay! It was very quiet, the property has been recently updated and is extremely clean and well appointed. The deck was nice as well, with cushy furniture and good old shade trees. Very comfortable beds were great after biking all day.A little issue getting in on arrival with a miscommunication on Evolve's part about contact numbers. Also, no communication about how to utilize bike storage in the garage or basement. We eventually figured it out, but would have preferred it to be addressed in the welcome guide. Our contact person was quickly responsive, but just those glitches to work out.We would definitely stay again. It was a lovely home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia D.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026