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A Rural Tiny House Sanctuary!

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Hollyhocks galore found at Hollyhock Hewitt!
Guests have private access to Hollyhock Hewitt.
A 6-8 ft' privacy fence surrounds the 5 city lot property.
A comfy full sized pull out bed is located in the living-room
Crank up the jams with the high quality stereo system and play board games!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 439.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Hewitt, MN
    Tapley Park
    14 min drive
    Northern Pacific Depot Museum
    14 min drive
    Staples Community Center
    25 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Lovely Tile

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

A Rural Tiny House Sanctuary!

This one of a kind 420 square ft tiny house is truly a rural Minnesota sanctuary! Nestled away in the quiet little town of Hewitt (pop 252), this artistically designed home and large fenced in yard will make you never want to return to big city life. With plenty of natural light, a spacious kitchen with large fridge/freezer, full sized electric stove, reverse osmosis drinking water fountain, high speed wired internet, queen size zero gravity bed, pullout full sized hide-a-bed, gas fireplace and washer and dryer; you have the necessary amenities to spend one cozy night or settle in for an entire week or more!

Yes this funky house is adorable, but what about the enormous yard including unique gardens, hammock, bee hives and fire pit! You, your family and pet(s) are able to roam free without a leash in your bare feet and depending on the season may be able to enjoy some of nature's bounty from the organic gardens and fruit trees. Bicycles and cross country skis are available for use on the trail located directly across the street and don't forget to bring your fishing pole to catch trout from the mighty Wing River that runs through town!

Property manager

Michael
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Please contact me to clarify event logistics.

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Keep pets off furniture. Notify me if aggressive.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is permitted outside in the yard.
Please notify me in advance if your dog(s) has any aggressive tendencies towards strangers (men in particular) so we can come up with a plan.
If you are interested in doing any work around the yard I ask that you request permission first so that we are on the same page.
Hunters and fishermen are very much welcome, but absolutely no cleaning of fish or deer carcasses is allowed on the premises thank you.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Please contact me to clarify event logistics.
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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hewitt

Located in Hewitt, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Whitetail Run Golf Course and The Vintage at Staples are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tapley Park and Memorial Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Hewitt, MN

What's nearby

  • Tapley Park - 14 min drive
  • Northern Pacific Depot Museum - 14 min drive
  • Staples Community Center - 25 min drive
  • Otter Tail Lake - 48 min drive
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 66 min drive

Getting around

  • Staples Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woodtick Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger Depot - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Traditions Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Carr's Convenience - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Grandma's Kountry Kitchen - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Rural Tiny House Sanctuary! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A Rural Tiny House Sanctuary!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Rural Tiny House Sanctuary!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Rural Tiny House Sanctuary! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Tapley Park and 9.3 mi (15 km) from Northern Pacific Depot Museum. Lakewood Health System and Lakewood Health System Eagle Valley are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rough start, ended up just fine
Easy to find. Street parking was fine. Although I had confirmation of booking and a traded a couple messages with the host, I was unable to unlock the door when I arrived. Called the host who walked right over. He said he didn’t know I was coming, but the place was ready and he gave me a new code to access the property. Due to not preparing for my arrival, AC was not on but after a few hours the indoor temp was fine. Place was quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property and host!
The property is accurately described and offers a lovely private outside oasis. Michael is a kind and gracious host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peaceful escape
This property was perfect to escape the everyday business of life. Its unique art, and perfect landscaping gives it a sense of peace and relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Sweet Cozy Cottage
This was my second stay at the Hollyhock House in Hewitt. Both times I was very comfortable, as were my family with me. The little house has a personality of its own, welcoming and interesting. I will be sure to come back again when visiting family in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JG W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it! Charming getaway
We had a very relaxing few days here. The town was quiet and the property had everything we needed to be comfortable. Close enough to nearby towns and nature trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural, quiet and cozy
We were in town for a wedding and decided to extend our stay. It’s a great option for a single person or a couple who wants to relax and reconnect/decompress since there is no TV or WiFi. We used the Ethernet cord with our iPad as needed and that worked well. Our dogs loved the huge yard which had a privacy fence. We enjoyed the hammock a bit but I would suggest bringing your own lawn chairs. The town is very small with only a bar/restaurant but there are several towns within 10 minutes that are a bit larger. Well taken care of and had all the basic necessities. Yard is shared with owner but when we used it we were the only ones out there. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Korby G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Relaxing, easy spot to get away.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
stay
very clean quaint little place. mike was very quick to respond to any concerns i had
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beyond happy
We loved our stay here SO MUCH!!!! There is nothing we needed and didn’t have! It’s so cute and clean. My dog Frank and his dog friend Rupert were so happy in the big yard. Michael is so friendly and I felt very safe. This was such a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee Roxanne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly relaxing
Michael made our stay wonderful. There were so many thoughtful gestures, such a bowl of water ready for the dog and cucumbers from his garden. The house is charming and filled with art and a really inviting ambience. We had everything we needed at hand, and the check-in/check-out process was seamless. We definitely want to return, hopefully soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little bit of home...on the road
This is a beautiful respite for wandering travelers. Very purposefully setup cottage which is not merely functional and practical it is also a real peaceful stop. Our host was warm and welcoming. Thank you. The setting was quiet and comfortable. Thank you. The beautiful region of farmland and small towns, each with their proprietor's own twist on coffee shops were just great. Thank you. Center of nowhere with so much of everything near or close by. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Nice
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oasis!
The renovations in the house are so artistic and charming, the house is comfortable and the gardens are a quiet oasis to rest and listen to the birds sing. Michael is communicative and responsive. An awesome stay... I already hope to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Do it in Hewitt
Michael is an amazing host. The Hollyhock Hewitt place is charming, super clean, a little quirky and quiet. There is a super comfortable adjustable bed. We did bring our own premium sheets. Michael invited us to a sound meditation with Tibetan bowls. The class is above his residence next door. We where very fortunate this was going on during our stay. Michael is very responsive and still maintains your privacy during your stay. Michael is an avid gardener and shared the gift of sweet grass plants for us to take home. Thanks Michael for hosting us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Horse Show Reprieve
Wonderful place to stay at while showing horses at Verndale. Absolutely charming and peaceful! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful break from our road trip
This is our second time staying at Michael’s and it was as nice as the first. The yard space was a great place for us and our dogs to relax after a 14 hour drive and we got a great night sleep. Can’t wait to use the honey Michael left us!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house with big yard
Great little place for our overnight stay. The house had everything we needed and the kids and dogs enjoyed the very large fenced in yard!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for us and our dog
We love that this place has a big fenced in yard for our dog. It's also close to two state parks- close enough to get away for the day. Michael was great about checking in with us so that he didn't spook our very anxious dog while outside. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elliott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what was needed in an area lacking good options
We were heading to Wadena, MN to visit family, and have always struggled with where to stay. There never seems to be any decent accommodations available within a 45 minute drive if Wadena, and that would just be a pain to have to drive so much at the start and end of each day of our stay. This year though, we stumbled upon this little cottage, it was just what we needed, a nice quiet and clean place to spend the nights and was only about a 15 minute drive from our family. In addition, Michael who runs the property was very responsive and helpful to a few questions and requests we had during our stay. I was very glad to have found this property and will definitely look for it the next time we come out to visit family again. Thanks Michael! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quant Very clean eclectic cabin nestled in between huge beautiful fit Christmas Trees & Green foliage
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed.
Quaint, cozy, quiet. Dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very Cute, Eclectic, Charming House & Grounds
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful sanctuary indeed!
So glad we found this little gem. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky and more!
Had a great stay in Hewitt. Michael was wonderful to work with and people in town very friendly. Had the opportunity to spend a little time in the Woodtick and then roasted chicken is good!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charmingly quirky tiny home with amazing yard
The house is adorable, clean and very functional. The yard is enormous and gardens so enjoyable. It was a truly peaceful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Michael

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Michael is an audio engineer, songwriter, organic gardener, numerologist and poet. Over the past 16 years Michael has gradually renovated Hollyhock Hewitt, along with the former Odd Fellows/Rebekah Hall located next door.

Why they chose this property

Personally I have reclaimed my heath by working with holistic practitioners, detoxing my body and eliminating toxins in my environment.

It is intentional that there is no wifi or smart meter at the Hollyhock Hewitt tiny house due to the subtle stress they create. Above average high speed wired internet is available though, so bring an ethernet adaptor for your phone, tablet or computer and you'll have unlimited fast reliable internet! Just ask if you don't have an ethernet adaptor as I may have one that works for your device. :) As much as possible, I go out of my way to use natural non-toxic products and materials in my environment. Hollyhock Hewitt has hardwood and real tile floors, plenty of air cleaning house plants and a reverse osmosis water filter attached to the kitchen sink for chemical free drinking water. I study bio dynamic farming and permaculture practices and have never used any chemicals in the gardens or in the yard. Hewitt is a very interesting place to say the least; home to a mix of folks from all over the country with fascinating backgrounds! Did I mention that Hollyhock Hewitt now has honey bees?! You may find multiple very busy bee hives around the property. Truly Hollyhock Hewitt is a unique, liberating and relaxing place to live and visit!

What makes this property unique

Previously I worked as the Executive Director of the Nemeth Art Center in Park Rapids. Through this experience I connected with numerous high quality contemporary artists from throughout Minnesota and beyond and I display some of these artists' work in the Hollyhock Hewitt tiny house.

I am the Secretary of the Hewitt Historical (Hysterical;) Society, so by request I may be able to give you a personal tour of the Historic Hewitt Public School Museum which is located 2 blocks east of Hollyhock Hewitt.

Hotel Hewitt (burned in 1933) was originally located on the property next to the tiny house, where the Odd Fellows Hall is located. Here is an excerpt from the Todd County History book describing the "Spiritualist" A.T. Mills who was the owner/editor of the Hewitt Enterprise (name later changed to Banner) Newspaper which was based out of the Hotel during his tenure: "Mr. Mills was an interesting man, a pronounced believer in spiritualism. During his residence at Hewitt, an incident occurred which occasioned considerable comment. A short distance west of the village lived John Owens, who went insane, and was missed from his usual haunts by his acquaintances. There was a thorough search made for him with without avail and every means was employed to find the missing man. Mr Mills finally told the searchers that he could tell them where to find him. As they had exhausted all their means of further search, they told him to go a ahead. Mr. Mills withdrew and sought communication with "the spirits" and in short time returned to them and told them that he could be found at a designated spot southwest of the village. Without any confidence the searchers proceeded to the place described by Mr. Mills. Arriving at the place, the man was found lying on the ground , still alive but so weak that he died shortly afterward. We regret that we have no information of Mr. Mill subsequent to his selling out and removing from Hewitt."

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