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

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Nisswa, MN
  • MN Surf Co
    5 min drive
  • Timberjack Smokehouse & Saloon
    5 min drive
  • Staples Station
    57 min drive
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    29 min drive

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About the area

Nisswa

Heart of 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
  • Nisswa City Park - 6 min drive
  • The Pines Golf Course - 9 min drive
  • Gull Lake - 11 min drive
  • Mount Ski Gull - 21 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 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/heater, 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 1.5 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.

This property is 4 miles away from our other VRBO listing 1993904 Privacy in the Pines - this property sleeps 6. If you are in need of a spot for multi-families to stay, these two houses are close enough to enjoy each other yet distant enough for privacy.

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

Property manager

Christie

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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.

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

Cottage Charm Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
We rented the cottage for a weekend to attend a wedding. It was peaceful and clean! We went for a walk and enjoyed the seclusion. Enjoyed our time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen S., MENDOTA HEIGHTS

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Convenient location to Nisswa, great amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
This property was perfect for our group. We had 7 people including my 80 year old parents. Having everything on one level made it easy for them. The house was very clean, comfortable and spacious. Just a quick drive to Nisswa, Baxter/Brainerd. Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini Vacation Getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our mini-vacation in the Nisswa area! Property was peaceful and quiet - host was fantastic to work with. Close to shops, recreation and restaurants if needed. Would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect setting, great amenities
Came in for race weekend at BIR and would stay again in the future. Well outfitted, clean, and comfy stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worked out perfectly. Plenty of space, clean, and private.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet area close to Nisswa
Exceeded our expectations! Perfect for a girls weekend. Close to Nisswa but just far enough out of town to enjoy the peace and quiet of nature. Great place to stay! Comfy, clean and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We couldn’t have been more pleased with our stay. Everything was perfect and the host was easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and location
Very nice comfortable place. Clean and organized. Modern home. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, remote home
Stayed with family for a wedding in town. The home is actually bigger than it looks in the pictures. Immaculately clean with everything we needed. It was also nice to park in the garage since it was raining during our stay. One thing I’d suggest is some window treatments in the TV room space. It’s a little creepy at night and a bummer for the person sleeping on the bed in that space in the morning. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023