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Cottage Charm

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

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

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

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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
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • 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

  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

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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

Pets not 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

Property is also known as

Cottage Charm Nisswa
Cottage Charm Private vacation home
Cottage Charm Private vacation home Nisswa

About the neighborhood

Map
Nisswa, MN

What's nearby

  • MN Surf Co - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Nisswa City Park - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Nisswa Family Fun Center - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • The Pines Golf Course - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Gull Lake - 11 min drive - 9.2 km

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage Charm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage Charm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage Charm?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage Charm located?

Located in the heart of Nisswa, this vacation home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Fritz Loven Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of MN Surf Co and Nisswa City Park. Pequot Lakes Dog Park and Nisswa Family Fun Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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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

Zachary

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

10/10 Excellent

Melanie E.

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

Curtis L., Dundas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
The house is beautiful and the bed was so comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short getaway
Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family celebration
Great property made for an exceptional weekend for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Great spot for our group! Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry Y.

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

Keagan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Great location and very clean. Get accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

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

Lora A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mother daughter weekend
The house was amazing, we had plenty of room and everything was available that we needed. Nicely decorated and very comfortable. We would definitely reccomend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Stay
Everything was very clean and all the directions around the house were great! Everything that was stated was there and host was very responsive with questions, which made it a very easy stay. The backyard was nice for yard games and a fire. Will be back if I’m the area again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th or July
We had a really great stay! This cabin is in a Great location to be out of town and have privacy, but easy to go into Nisswa, Breezy, Pequot, etc…we kept busy! The layout was great for our 2 families (4 adults, 3 kids under 10). Would recommend shades for the daybed setup area. We were surprised at the fully stocked kitchen and had everything we needed. Was a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday stay
We booked this home as a birthday get together for 4 couples. It was perfect for what we needed: plenty of space to play yard games, grill and indoor games when it rained. The cabin was clean, beds were comfortable and check-in/out process simple. The one question we ran into was answered promptly and the property manager was over with in 15 minutes with a quick fix. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet country setting close to lots of great activities.
We came up north for a wedding and didn't want to stay in a hotel. I found this great home close to the venue and couldn't have been happier with how nice the home was and its location. We even had deer visit each night while we were there. It was nice to come back to a quiet country setting each night and be able to get away from the hustle and bustle of everything in town and the crazy traffic on the weekends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and wonderful space
We were in town for a wedding. The layout was wonderful with two wings. The kitchen was so well stocked. We had our 85 year old parents with us and the easy step-free access was great for them. The seating throughout was abundant and comfy, especially on the front porch. We played cards at the big kitchen table and cooked our meals together. It was fun. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

4/10 Poor

Megan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
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

10/10 Excellent

Carol V.

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

8/10 Good

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay Review
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Quick work trip and everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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