Historic 1880s Home

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8171 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Washer

Explore the area

Osceola, WI

Riverwood Canoe5 min walk
Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway11 min walk
Trollhaugen9 min drive
Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud)71 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Blue Room

1 Queen Bed

Gold Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Voted 2021 and 2023 Readers’ Choice Best Bed and Breakfast of the Valley by the Sun Country Messenger!

Perfect for those who appreciate yesterday’s handiwork, this spacious 1880s home is truly one of a kind built by pioneering Dr. Combacker. Slow down and relish in yesteryear as you sip coffee in a front porch rocker, bird watch from the bay window, or take a long soak in the jetted tub.

Loaded with more than the essentials, we offer a full kitchen, bbq equipment, and toiletries. Besides being close to outdoor recreation and downtown, you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained here from board games, puzzles, cards, and reading material to a big backyard with an outdoor fire pit.

Wonderfully nestled in the St. Croix Valley, this home’s location will not disappoint. You’ll be a short distance from all that the Twin Cities has to offer, a brief walk away from beautiful downtown Osceola, and close enough to explore the great outdoors. Come spend a night away yet within arm’s reach of it all at Osceola’s most historic estate.

Please note this is a duplex and there is potential for noise. We live in the adjacent unit and have two young children who like to do child things. We do our best to be respectful of our guests by keeping noise and activity at a minimum, and we give our guests first priority in shared outdoor spaces.

Property manager

Allison

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Feel free to ask about child friendly gear & toys!

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Not allowed anywhere on property

Please do not wear shoes in the home.

Clean dirty dishes and unnecessary messes before leaving. Excess trash & recycling can be put in the bins next to the garage.

$25 convenience fee for early check-ins and late check-outs.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40

Long-term renters welcome

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Osceola

Located in Osceola, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wild River State Park and Saint Croix River, while Franconia Sculpture Park and St. Croix Festival Theatre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Fawn Doe Rosa Wildlife Educational Park and Wild Mountain. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.

Osceola, WI

What's nearby

Riverwood Canoe - 5 min walk
Saint Croix River - 5 min walk
Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway - 11 min walk
Trollhaugen - 9 min drive
St Croix National Scenic Riverway - 14 min drive

Getting around

St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

‪Coffee Talk - ‬14 min drive
‪Tippy Canoes - ‬20 min walk
‪Joyful Morning - ‬8 min drive
‪Village Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 1880s Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic 1880s Home?

As of 30 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic 1880s Home on 1 July 2024 start from AU$317.07, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Historic 1880s Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 1880s Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic 1880s Home located?

This family-friendly Osceola holiday home is located on the riverfront, within a 10-minute walk of Riverwood Canoe and Saint Croix River. Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Connie L.

23 June 2024

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

Family Bonding at 1880s Home

This home was perfect for our families' stay. We had a little difficulty with the front door entry keypad. It seemed to have it's own mind in sometimes opening and sometimes not!! When it wouldn't we went around the house and entered through the kitchen door which always worked. We had quite a group staying with only the 2 bathrooms but...no problem...we worked all that out and it ran smoothly. The beds and pillows were so comfortable. We slept like babies. Only one in our group had a problem keeping the inflatable bed aired up all night. Hopefully that problem will be attended to before the next group needs it! We found the layout of the main dining and living areas made it very easy to have everyone chit chatting together in one space. The long dining table provided a great area to eat and play games. The kitchen is small but very useable and all that we needed for cooking was provided well. We did use the grill and charcoal and matches were there at our fingertips! We would have loved to have had a campfire and enjoyed the garden area more...but...weather did not cooperate. There were piles of wood close by to use. Everyone loved the home (front porch could use a little paint to add to the charm) We were pleased with our stay. We were able to walk to the shops downtown in minutes and enjoy this cute town with the coffee/sandwich shop by the waterfalls, antique shops with icecream, boutiques, candy store and grocery store within blocks. We loved it! (And would come again!)

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

20 June 2024

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

Wished we could have stayed longer!

We were at this property only one night and we wished we could have stayed longer.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda W.

18 Oct 2023

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

Sister Trip

Enjoy the place very historical. It could use a lamp in the living room by sofa for reading and shades on windows for privacy in evening. Beds were comfortable. A well supply kitchen with everything you need.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

6 Oct 2023

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

Fall Hiking

Just as advertised. No complaints. Quiet and good location

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

14 Sept 2023

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

Family weekend

Beautiful home. Enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence A.

8 Sept 2023

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

Perfect for us

We needed a three bedroom place for three adults so the house was perfect us. The beds were comfortable, the house was clean and the kitchen was stocked with every dish/utensil/appliance that you would need to prepare Thanksgiving dinner. We really appreciated the large laundry room as we had just returned from a ten day canoe trip. The neighborhood is quaint and everything is within walking distance. Thanks, Allison … we really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer s., Marengo

10 Aug 2023

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

Sisters birthday celebration

Dr. Comebacker 1880 house was the perfect base for our weekend. It has everything you need for a stay away from home and Allison is very responsive if you need anything. Osceola is a quaint little town withany cute shops within walking distance of the rental house. I would stay there again in a heartbeat.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Everett L.

28 July 2023

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

Historic 1850s House

We enjoyed the time spent in this historic town. The home had an antique setting with a settee and Victorian furniture. We enjoyed evenings sitting in that are watching the wildlife. Also enjoyed the walking tour and see the old Methodist-Episcopal Church and the recently remodeled Baptist Church. Fantastic, friendly community.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

28 June 2023

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

Old, but nice !

Believe the 5.0 ratings. Everything was perfect.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richelle T.

5 June 2023

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

Historic gem, centrally located but quiet

The period decor, attention to detail, and comfort of this property made it a lovely place to return to each night. We appreciated the many thoughtful touches and easy communication with Allison before and during our stay. Trust the listing description, the photos, and the reviews - they're quite accurate. Glad Allison and her family choose to make this home available for visitors to Osceola!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andee P.

26 Jan 2023

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

Cute town with proximity to two ski areas

Stayed at this cute historic house with kids who appreciated the supply of board games. Easy drive to both Trollhaugen and Wild Mountain for skiing. Walked to Watershed Cafe for dinner and a peek at the falls. Keypad for easy checkin.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britany L.

3 Jan 2023

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

Would I stay here again? Heck yes I would!

Allison is amazing!!!! The house is amazing!!!! Do I need to say anymore, no, but I’m going to! Check in was was easy peasy! We had questions about art work, she had not only the knowledge, but super fast responses! I can’t wait for another wine night out to be able to stay in this fabulous 1880s home!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah A.

12 Dec 2022

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

Quaint, clean, great location

We stayed over the weekend. Property owners were very flexible and communicative and let us know as soon as the house opened up for an early arrival. Location is great- less than 2 blocks to Main Street. Great little getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

2 Oct 2022

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful stay at this house. Was perfect for our family with two young kids and was in a great location - close enough to walk to restaurants and parks in town and just a short drive to Interstate State park and other nearby attractions. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison G.

16 Aug 2022

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

Wonderful Stay in Quaint Town

We had a fantastic time staying in Osceola. The house is located within walking distance of great shops and food. Allison was a wonderful host, very communicative. Everything in the house was labeled which was nice. She thought of everything, including an umbrella which came in handy! We would love to stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

1 Aug 2022

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

1880s Home

Great place to stay. Very clean, easy check in, lovely neighborhood.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

George T.

26 July 2022

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

Beautiful rooms

nice location close to market and downtown

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben J.

17 July 2022

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

Great place to stay!

Clean, owner is responsive, and very beautiful place.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darby W., Tucson, Arizona

16 July 2022

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

Wonderful!

Beautiful Victorian style home with antique furnishings. The house was wonderful. The beds and pillows, soft and most comfortable. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shari S.

30 June 2022

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

Clean & welcoming

We haven’t used VRBO often - very nice experience, worked well with bringing whole family (grown kids and grand child). Very clean. Welcoming and host was friendly & quick to respond and answer questions!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

24 May 2022

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

Home Away From Home

Dr. Combacker's place was comfortable, convenient, and calming. The host, Allison, is the best and so responsive. We loved our time in the area and the opportunity to have our children from Ohio and Georgia join us for our son's wedding in Minnesota. Allison and the village of Osceola, WI were very hospitable to some Mississippians who pride themselves on hospitality!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pastor S., Cottage Grove USA

7 Feb 2022

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

A place to relax!

Our whole stay was restful and the spot was just perfect for playing games with the family, enjoying good food and making positive memories! Can't wait to come in the summer to enjoy more of the outdoors activity.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jilaine A.

30 Jan 2022

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

Girls Weekend!

It was a perfect spot for us to catch up! It had everything we needed. Very well stocked. My friend did take a bath in the big tub but unfortunately there was not enough hot water to cover her. We all waited til we got home to shower because we were afraid we'd run out of hot water. We enjoyed walking around the town, checking out the shops and Cascade Falls. Very fun weekend!! Thank you!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki H.

29 Dec 2021

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

Family reunion during Christmas

We had a very enjoyable time visiting family. I loved the upstairs suite- very comfortable and charming with a large bathroom. Our host was very helpful. Loved the house!

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

30 Nov 2021

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

Pleasant stay

The home is lovely and the property manager was very communicative. The kitchen is small but well-appointed with baking/cooking equipment. The location is very nice, and there are some nice hikes nearby.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Allison

I’m a fun-loving, fast-talking, small town-walking wife, mama, teacher, entrepreneur, patriot, and lover of Jesus. My interests and experiences are broad but are deeply rooted in country living and loving.

I’m excited to extend my homegrown hospitality to all of you fellow adventurers. So if there’s ANYTHING I can do to help make your stay more comfortable, PLEASE reach out. I’m here for suggestions, available for strange coffee requests, and accommodating to spontaneous cookie cravings.

Why they chose this property

When looking to purchase a home in the area, we were sick of looking at cookie-cutter layouts. We wanted a home with character and a story to tell. And boy oh boy, did we ever land the jackpot! We immediately fell in love with everything this charming home offered—from its original hardwood floors, replicated gas chandeliers, and intricate woodwork to the story of Dr. Combacker behind the home’s great walls. We’re happy to share original pictures of the home inside and out and telegram copies to and from Dr. Combacker. Just ask!

What makes this property unique

We love this home’s location because you can walk to everything you need. We’re also especially proud of how the home holds its grandeur from over 100 years ago yet still offers 21st century accommodations.