5 STARS! MPLS-ST PAUL "THE COTTAGE" LK NOKOMIS/MNHAHA FALLS/MOA/ONE-LEVEL-LIVING | House in Minneapolis
1 Bedroom House in Keewaydin, Minneapolis
AFFORDABLE - SCANDINAVIAN - CLEAN - PRIVATE - SAFE
-Rated BEST HOMES on VRBO
-Updated & Refreshed for 2026!
-Private One-Level-Living
-Monthly/Weekly Discounts
ABOUT: "The Cottage" is Minneapolis' MOST popular 5-star accommodation located in a quiet, safe South Minneapolis neighborhood with its small town vibe and Minnesota Nice attitude. The Cottage is your private one-level-living HOME AWAY FROM HOME. The Cottage hosts a private entrance, yard, gardens, driveway, guest parking & one car garage. The Cottage is a cottage home with no shared walls and is NOT a condo, townhome, duplex or apartment. Guests will enjoy their own space and exploring the charming neighborhood by walking to Lake Nokomis, Minnehaha Falls/Park, locally-owned restaurants, breweries, bars, bakeries, coffee houses and fun shops. The Cottage is sandwiched between our beloved Minnehaha Falls/Park & Lake Nokomis and situated in one of the VERY most popular locations in Minneapolis/St Paul. The Cottage is perfect for couples, professionals and those traveling solo— especially women.
DID YOU KNOW? The Cottage was filmed for HGTV featuring its creative use of space within a small footprint.
DID YOU KNOW? GUESTS & VRBO recognize The Cottage as "Best Homes" and "Loved by Guests" on VRBO - we EARNED it!
LOCATION: Close to the Mall of America & major highway thoroughfares makes getting around Minneapolis/St Paul and surrounding suburbs almost effortless. Close (but not too close) to MSP International Airport makes it an ideal location for International travelers and guests with close travel connections.
The Cottage is steps from THE GRAND ROUNDS, which is the nation's only urban-based National Scenic Byway. It is part of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board's 6,400 acres of trails, lakes, parks, and recreation facilities. The parkways and paths are divided into seven segments and together form a nearly complete loop through Minneapolis as they connect 14 natural lakes, three creeks, two waterfalls, and the Mississippi River. Because of careful planning and strategic land acquisitions, all waterfront and rights-of-way around the lakes, creeks and river segments are in public ownership.
Walking distance to Lake Nokomis & Minnehaha Falls/Park at The Mississippi River and steps from The Grand Rounds make it easy for guests to explore what Minneapolis/St Paul is MOST known for - our LAKES! After all, this is why we are called "The City of LAKES" :)
METRO TRANSIT: Is one block away with access to The Light Rail/Blue line, which whisks guests to US Bank Stadium, Twins Stadium, Downtown, MOA & MSP. Guests can switch to The Green Line to access St Paul.
OUTDOOR: The Cottage hosts a private outdoor lounge/patio area w/pergola, canopy and fire table surrounded by mature organic gardens and herbs. Guests can help themselves to organic strawberries, herbs & flowers. Comfortable outdoor furniture, fire table & grill beacons guests to relax and enjoy our Minnesota Nice weather most of the year.
INDOOR: The Cottage is designed by the Norwegian owner with clean, contemporary, functional Scandinavian influences and decor from Northern Norway. The Cottage is fresh and clean with quality bed/bedding & new spa-inspired bathroom w/bidet, washer/dryer - and is ALWAYS meticulously clean. Vaulted ceilings and sun tunnels bring in the natural light to create a bright, open & spacious feel. The Cottage hosts one bedroom w/new queen bed & high quality mattress, 6 large drawers for guest belongings, built-in bedside tables & a lot of interesting lighting, which is also functional. There are protected outlets/inlets for various electronic devices, a double mirrored closet for hanged clothing and a desk area w/2 work stations. The living area hosts a comfortable sofa, chair and large television with a lot of channels including FREE Netflix and Amazon movies. A fully-equipped kitchen hosts a kitchen island w/seating for 2, refrigerator, range, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, dishwasher, pantry - and more. The spa-inspired bathroom hosts a rainfall shower w/grab bars, elevated toilet w/bidet, heated bathroom/fan, washer/dryer and lots of storage for guest belongings. Guests may request a shower chair and/or toilet safety frame, if needed.
REMINDER: The Cottage is ONE-LEVEL living with NO STEPS, which means it is convenient for everyone - especially those with physical limitations.
THE NORDIC NOOK: The Cottage also includes "The Nordic Nook", which provides a separate detached heated/cooled space adjacent to The Cottage & gardens. Guests can enjoy yoga, artwork or crafts, watch television, work or take a nap. The Nordic Nook is perfect for guests traveling together who may want or need some time alone. There are many tributes to the Norway homeland and guests are encouraged to celebrate "hygge" - a Nordic way of living - that brings peace, contentment & happiness. It is no wonder Norway & Minnesota are consistently rated the happiest places on earth!
SUMMARY: The Cottage is consistently clean, safe and provides guests a comfortable “home away from home” experience with a Minnesota Nice attitude.
PROVIDED TO GUESTS:
- Basic Essentials: Quality heat & air conditioning. FULLY-equipped kitchen, private spa-inspired bathroom w/rainfall shower & grab bars, elevated toilet w/bidet, clothes washer/dryer, hair dryer, luxury towels, linens & bedding.
-Parking Essentials: Free private parking is located in the driveway directly next to The Cottage with space for additional cars or bicycles/kayaks. Guests may also park on the street.
-Kitchen Essentials: Range, refrigerator, dishwasher, pots/pans, dishes, silverware, knives, kitchen tools, electric kettle, toaster. Additional kitchen tools/equipment are available upon request - just ask!
- Pantry Essentials: "Welcome coffee" (Keurig pods), tea, sugar, salt, pepper & spices.
- Bonus Essentials: "The Nordic Nook" is a separate, private living space adjacent to The Cottage & gardens, which includes a large television, convertible sofa, fireplace, tea kettle, refrigerator - and LOTS of hygge!
- Coffee & Tea Essentials: Keurig Coffee, French Press & Hot Water Tea Kettle: The Cottage, The Nook.
- Comfort Essentials: New queen bed w/ high quality mattress. "Under blanket", which provides gentle heat for legs & feet, This is an optional luxury during our colder months to help keep guests toasty warm. And the (optional) heated bathroom fan feels great any time of year.
- Necessary Essentials: Fast, free, secure wireless Internet. Quality televisions & services. PROFESSIONAL SNOW REMOVAL SERVICES w/ 1" trigger.
- TV Essentials: Two large, “smart” internet-connected televisions w/FREE Netflix & Amazon movies. One Samsung TV is in The Cottage, one in The Nordic Nook. The BOSE stereo speaker in The Cottage enhances the entertainment experience and allows guests to listen to their own music via Bluetooth.
- Paper Essentials: Toilet tissue, paper towels, coffee filters, Kleenex-style tissues.
- Soap Essentials: Quality shampoo, body soap, laundry & dish soap, dishwasher pellets, hand sanitizer, bathroom spray.
- Fun Essentials: Bicycle rental stations are within blocks of the property. Boats, canoes, kayaks and other water toys are available to rent close by at Lake Nokomis & Minnehaha Falls/Park, which are within walking distance.
- Outdoor Essentials: Outdoor lounge area with pergola, canopy and fire table. Outdoor lighting, propane-fueled grill. Organic herb, fruit & flower gardens and guests are encouraged to indulge!
- Cleaning Essentials: Guests may request cleaning for an additional fee. Short term stays 10-30 nights include weekly cleaning, which can be arranged with the owner, if desired.
- Privacy Essentials: Guest privacy is expected & respected.
The spirits of Minnehaha & Nokomis await your visit. And so do we.
Bi-zhaazhig! Velkommen! Welcome!
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5 STARS! MPLS-ST PAUL "THE COTTAGE" LK NOKOMIS/MNHAHA FALLS/MOA/ONE-LEVEL-LIVING is located in Keewaydin. 5 STARS! MPLS-ST PAUL "THE COTTAGE" LK NOKOMIS/MNHAHA FALLS/MOA/ONE-LEVEL-LIVING provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, among other amenities. This House features Bedding/Linens, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, to make your stay a comfortable one.
5 STARS! MPLS-ST PAUL "THE COTTAGE" LK NOKOMIS/MNHAHA FALLS/MOA/ONE-LEVEL-LIVING has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 2 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Keewaydin has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Keewaydin, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Toilet paper
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Bathtub or shower
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Eco-friendly toiletries
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Soap
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1 bathroom
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Shampoo
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Bidet
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1 bedroom
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Bed sheets provided
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Sofa bed
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Dining table
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Living room
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Fireplace
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Stovetop
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Dishwasher
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Kitchen island
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Electric kettle
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Microwave
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Refrigerator
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Paper towels
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Oven
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Toaster
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Near laundromat
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
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Car not required
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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Note from host: This is a 100% smoke-free property.
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No elevator (single level property)
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Area rugs in public areas
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Well-lit path to entrance
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Stair-free path to entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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2 on-site accessible parking spaces
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Smooth flooring in public areas
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Visual alarms in hallways
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Wheelchair-accessible parking
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Kayak on site
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Surfing/body boarding nearby
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Boat on site
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Mountain biking nearby
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Sledding nearby
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Water park
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Bicycle on site
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Water tubing nearby
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Fitness facilities nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Snorkeling nearby
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Water sports equipment
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Tennis on site
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Cave exploring nearby
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Marina nearby
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Golfing on site
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Power boating nearby
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Snow sports gear
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Books
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Smart TV
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Stereo
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Music library
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Video library
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100% renewable energy
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Bulk dispenser for toiletries
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Property does not allow children
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Unit size: 600 sq ft (56 sq m)
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Recycling
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Reusable coffee/tea filters
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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English
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Norwegian
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On the river
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Near a hospital
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Near outlet shopping
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Near a zoo
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Near a health or beauty spa
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In the city center
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Iron/ironing board
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Housekeeping (on request)
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Change of towels (on request)
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Local meal delivery service
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Free WiFi
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Patio
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Firepit
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Deadbolt lock
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number rlic108019 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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