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A garden pathway with a metal fence, potted plants, and a variety of flowers.
A gated driveway leading to a house with a stone facade, a number plaque, and large potted plants.
A cozy living room with wooden walls, a brown leather sofa, a patterned armchair, and a matching ottoman.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a floor lamp, and a window.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a view through a window.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms21000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Minneapolis, MN
  • Place, Parkway Theater
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Nokomis
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Chain of Lakes
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Minneapolis

South Minneapolis stay.Your stay at this South Minneapolis cottage places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Parkway Theater and Lyndale Park. Chain of Lakes and Lake Nokomis are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Parkway Theater - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Salt Cave - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lake Nokomis - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Chain of Lakes - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Lyndale Park - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • 38th Street Station - 6 min drive
  • St. Paul - Minneapolis Station - 12 min drive
  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacos El Kevin - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Patisserie 46 - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bûcheron - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪La Estancia - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Easy Day Cafe - ‬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.

The Cottage an urban retreat.
















It's a 1945 split house with three bedrooms. The attic bedroom is large carpeted heated/cooled it has a king bed with a love seat very comfortable, and serene. In the main floor you have two bedrooms with each has a queen bed.Next to the dining room you have a porch like room with a sleeper futon sofa unbelievably comfortable queen sized. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms 2 sofa beds , plenty of room and comfort for 8 + people. Beautiful living space, and dining space. Dining table sits up to ten people. Two kitchen, two bathrooms. Upstairs kitchen electric, and the downstairs kitchen no stove.Two gas fireplace-one in the living room one in the lower level. Second bathroom is in the lower . We have regular guest who have pet (DOG) allergy definitely no pets.




































































































































































































































































































It's a 1945 split house with three bedrooms. The attic bedroom is large carpeted heated/cooled it has a king bed with a love seat very comfortable, and serene. In the main floor you have two bedrooms with each has a queen bed.Next to the dining room you have a porch like room with a sleeper futon sofa unbelievably comfortable queen sized. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms 2 sofa beds , plenty of room and comfort for 8 + people. Beautiful living space, and dining space. Dining table sits up to ten people. Two kitchen, two bathrooms. Upstairs kitchen electric, and the downstairs kitchen is gas.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 21,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Garden gates must remain closed. All linen should be taken to the laundry room.
Please leave furniture the way they are. Please don't tamper with WIFI or the TV setting.

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 Registration Number RLIC128909

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cottage an urban retreat. to the airport?

This cottage is 9.1 mi (13-min drive) away from the Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Cottage an urban retreat. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is The Cottage an urban retreat. to the beach?

This cottage is 16.8 mi (23-min drive) from Phalen Beach.

Does The Cottage an urban retreat. offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Cottage an urban retreat.?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at The Cottage an urban retreat.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Cottage an urban retreat.?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does The Cottage an urban retreat. have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does The Cottage an urban retreat. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is The Cottage an urban retreat. to downtown Minneapolis?

This cottage is 3.9 mi away from Minneapolis.

The Cottage an urban retreat. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 140 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed at the cottage with my parents and 3 kids and there was plenty of room for all of us. We loved how cozy the house was, clean, convenient location, and it had pretty much everything we needed. Alex was quick to respond and very helpful! I loved drinking my coffee in the sunroom and watching the chickens in the morning! Would definitely stay at the cottage again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kacy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, lots of space, cozy fire places. Beds and bathrooms were clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trudy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was just great, as it has always been in the past. A great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was centrally located in a quiet part of South Minneapolis. The home was very clean, spacious, and charming. My children loved saying hello to their chickens. I would definitely return to this home in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ernest V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well stocked, I love a place that has spices and seasonings and extra stuff,! Great property great foliage location was great for us, Alex and communication was awesome! One of my favorite HomeAway’s!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cozy cottage was great for our reunion weekend. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had just about everything we needed for our dinners off the grill. Our host was very responsive and came over from next door to help us adjust the AC on an unusually warm October day ! We very much enjoyed our stay and we do recommend : )
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cecile F.

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

Excellent stay

Great place, convenient location to go to the city center.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Craig G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy and the house was essentially as described. The south Minneapolis location is perfect for getting to just about anywhere else in the twin cities.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kari Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host and home! Perfectly centrally located and well appointed! Woolf absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and cozy house. Plenty of housewares in kitchen. Loved the sunroom. Host very responsive
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Neat stay, good communication

Location was great for getting into thr city quick.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable. Well equipped. Conveniently located close to Minneapolis friends. Hope to stay their again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally O.

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

Great place to be

For a very small home, there was a lot of space for each person to have their own area. Felt like a great place to hang out lots of games and family time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten H.

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

Awesome Place

This was so conveniently located, and the host was incredibly helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trudy L.

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

Wonderful Stay, As Always

Our stay this time was for the Chicago Bears-Minnesota Vikings game, and, the stay was great. Clean, comfortable, great location, and great host.Thanks again for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is exactly as it is described on the website. It is a beautiful house, with some amazing antique furniture, the gounds are gorgeous - full of beautiful flowers, plants, gardens, and chickens! Alex was a wonderful host, gave us a tour of the property and the stories that surround it all. We look forward to visiting again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

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

Cute cottage

Lovely place to stay; great location. Roomy and comfortable, clean, homey. Loved the chickens!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

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

Great place

Great property! Perfect for a group of friends or family to have somewhere to hang out after going out around the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlie C.

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

A great place in MN

Had a great time visiting friends near by.The cottage is very pleasant and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trudy L.

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

A Wonderful Weekend Stay

We've stayed at Alex & Bree's home a number of times, and, as always, everything was clean, checking-in and out was easy, and the location was perfect. Our granddaughters enjoyed visiting there, and the chickens are always fun to watch. Alex is a great host and we'll certainly return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Libby M.

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

Lovely

The home was so nice!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

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

Great for a family stay!

We enjoyed our stay! It had everything we needed for a long weekend, and would love to see all the plants in full bloom in the summer. Location was close to downtown, the airport and there are several good restaurants nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trudy L.

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

Always a Great Stay

We've stayed at this location a number of times, and, as always, it was great. The accommodations are exactly as described, the host is always available and friendly, and we enjoyed the addition of chickens in the back yard! A great stay, again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna K.

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

Nice place

Attractive property in a convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

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

Beautiful property

A real cottage feel inside the city
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

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