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"Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres

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Interior
Exterior detail
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

"Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres

Embark on your own "Walden Pond" adventure and be at one with nature amidst 44 private acres of serene woods with its own river running through it! You will really love it right now! Roads are always clear. Easy 20-minute drive to the Mayo Clinic. Each season brings its own magic: the fiery colors in fall, crunching through snow in the winter, new life in spring and sports and activities in the summer! The 2000 s.f. log home known as 'The Bungalow" offers a romantic fireplace, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, office/bedroom + huge entertainment room. The home is completely equipped with a full kitchen including a dishwasher. Hostess readily available. Enjoy complete privacy after a busy day, hang with friends or family, check on horseback riding at nearby Ironwoodsprings.com. Miles of marked hiking trails along the river. Check with host for special rates for 30 days or more.

Property manager

Barb Hill

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • 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
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,002 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Sorry no cats.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Babies and children are 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

"walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres House
"walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres Stewartville
"walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres Stewartville

About the neighborhood

Map
MN, Stewartville

What's nearby

  • Apache Mall - 13 min drive
  • Olmsted County Fairgrounds - 13 min drive
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus - 15 min drive
  • Mayo Civic Center - 16 min drive
  • Mayo Clinic - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Carrs Bar And Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres located?

This family-friendly Stewartville vacation home is located on a river, 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from Root River, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Olmsted County Fairgrounds and Apache Mall. Shops University Square and Mayo Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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"Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara V.

Relaxing stay
It was a perfect location and a very relaxing visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

Vacation
We had a great time traveling the area and hiking the trails.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy G.

Peaceful Retreat
Beautiful property, serene escape & great place to bring your dogs! Hope to return in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Great Location
It is very nice and peaceful place
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Wonderful getaway
We really enjoyed our stay at the Bungalow! Great location for a quiet getaway weekend. Great trails for walking. Kids enjoyed feeding Chocolate apples and petting Zippy. Wonderful stay. Would recommend and stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

LINDA D.

Great stay, wish we could have stayed longer
Beautiful place, nice setting, lovely trails
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry P.

Location, Location
Great location, wonderful stay, So nice to be able to leave Mayo Clinic, and escape to a secluded hideaway. This is our second visit. Barb our host is a pleasure to work with. Would enjoy a return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Larry P.

Wonderful escape
The overall property was very pleasant. The surrounding woods were a relaxing setting from visits at Rochester. The cottage was enjoyable and our host was great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Restore by the Fireplace
Our family loved our stay! The place was perfect for our family of five and dog. We built fires in the fireplace, grilled chicken on the grill, roasted marshmallows over the campfire, took king walks on the trails and played a lot of games of darts. We also enjoyed driving up to Rochester to visit Cafe Aqui. Highly recommend this spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

LovelyGet Away
It was great, a big back yard. There was a front porch to sit and rock on, and additional seating out back. The property was well stock, we had everything we needed. Barb was great at answering all our question.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

Vacation
Nice getaway - secluded
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Visit to Mayo-peaceful respite
Beautiful, quiet and yet accessible location for a visit to Mayo. The house is very well maintained and comfy! The owner was very responsive snd accommodating. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

Wonderful weekend away
We enjoyed our time at The Bungalow tremendously. The space was very comfortable, the kitchen was very well equipped, our host made us feel at home, and the trails and proximity to our animal neighbors were delightful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Enjoyable and Quiet Getaway
We spent 3 days at the property and really enjoyed the peaceful and quiet atmosphere. It was a nice "refresh" for a busy family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Peaceful setting
Great property for six adults. We enjoyed the house and property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Beautiful property & very comfortable
We really enjoyed our stay. A secluded location within close distance to Rochester. Great amenities & a well-stocked kitchen. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

Awesome Cabin Life
This is a great property, get ready to hike. Will come again. Great communication as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

Beautiful
Wonderful location, full accommodations, great hiking trails...very serene. Great neighbors. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane and Joe S.

Perfect fir our needs
The property is peaceful. The Bungalow is very well appointed. Would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gregory Y., -

Great home and location!
This is thr perfect place for a family holiday w/ plenty of room for everyone. The hiking and scenery onsite is another plus. THANKS!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Cabin in the woods
We spent Thanksgiving in this charming little bungalow. It had everything we needed to feel right at home, plus there are 40 acres of trails to explore! We can’t wait to return for another visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katy F.

Outstanding
Great hosts. Beautiful home in a beautiful location
Stayed 48 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

GREAT RETREAT!
Awesome location, so peaceful, wonderful access to trails in a beautiful area. The house is also super fun -- we sipped coffee in the back sunroom, played darts, watched movies and had a cozy little fire.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Autumn B.

Sisters Annual weekend
The property was exceptional. Beautifully kept grounds & inside was wonderfully inviting & comfortable. The host provided many conveninces from a handy spice rack to firewood. We had some weather related travel hiccups & the host was very kind to accommodate a last minute change for us. Our heartfelt thanks to her! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay & would recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Perfect Getaway
We had a delightful women’s weekend here. Trails were wonderful for cross country skiing, hiking, and snowshoeing. Clean, cozy place: we hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022