10/10 Excellent
Heather B.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Attention to detail
Heather B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Entire home
Scenic St Croix River Islands
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8218.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Somerset, WI
- William O'Brien State Park13 min drive
- Somerset Amphitheater14 min drive
- River's Edge Apple River Campground17 min drive
- New Richmond, WI (RNH-New Richmond Regional)25 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Basement - Kids
1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib
Basement Media Rm
1 Double Futon
Basement room
1 Queen Bed
Extra Bedroom - 2nd flr
1 Queen Bed
Main Bedroom - 2nd flr
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Basement Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Main Floor Powder Rm
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Scenic St Croix River Islands
Explore the true magic of the quiet backwaters of the St. Croix Islands State Wildlife Area!
WHO MIGHT HAVE THE MOST FUN?
Nature lovers
Swimmers and Paddlers
Large Families
Wedding Parties (we have a grand bathroom)
Stay a few nights at this simple home for the bliss of:
Direct River Access and swimming*
Western facing sunsets
Ice cold spring water
Two campfire pits
Swans, beavers, foxes, eagles, turtles, and more wildlife!
A Burr Oak savanna (work in progress)
A small apple orchard (work in progress)
Canoes and kayaks for water enjoyment!**
Hunt for sandy beaches. River Camp on public land. Paddle 2mi up-stream for lunch and milkshakes at Marine on the St Croix
DISTANCES by car
Minneapolis - 50min, 40mi
Stillwater - 22min, 16mi
Osceola - 20min, 12mi
Dancing Dragonfly Winery - 32min, 22mi
Marine on St Croix - 30min, 24mi (by paddle! 1hr, 3mi)
Campers tents / RVs welcome (no waste disposal)
One 240v 50amp outdoor outlet available for electric vehicles
NEARBY ACTIVITIES - lots of fun places to see and do
Apple River Amphitheater and floating
Dancing Dragonfly Winery
Rustic Roots Winery
Stillwater, MN restaurants, paddle boat rides, lumberjack days
Train rides Osceola WI
CONSIDERATIONS
*Swimming is possible in front of the cabin for those okay with natural swimming (weeds and a bit of mud). There are multiple great sand bars in many directions
**Life jackets available. Consider paddling upstream first
WINTER WARNING: Do NOT go on the ice
SPRING WARNING: Spring flooding is high and fast
WHO MIGHT HAVE THE MOST FUN?
Nature lovers
Swimmers and Paddlers
Large Families
Wedding Parties (we have a grand bathroom)
Stay a few nights at this simple home for the bliss of:
Direct River Access and swimming*
Western facing sunsets
Ice cold spring water
Two campfire pits
Swans, beavers, foxes, eagles, turtles, and more wildlife!
A Burr Oak savanna (work in progress)
A small apple orchard (work in progress)
Canoes and kayaks for water enjoyment!**
Hunt for sandy beaches. River Camp on public land. Paddle 2mi up-stream for lunch and milkshakes at Marine on the St Croix
DISTANCES by car
Minneapolis - 50min, 40mi
Stillwater - 22min, 16mi
Osceola - 20min, 12mi
Dancing Dragonfly Winery - 32min, 22mi
Marine on St Croix - 30min, 24mi (by paddle! 1hr, 3mi)
Campers tents / RVs welcome (no waste disposal)
One 240v 50amp outdoor outlet available for electric vehicles
NEARBY ACTIVITIES - lots of fun places to see and do
Apple River Amphitheater and floating
Dancing Dragonfly Winery
Rustic Roots Winery
Stillwater, MN restaurants, paddle boat rides, lumberjack days
Train rides Osceola WI
CONSIDERATIONS
*Swimming is possible in front of the cabin for those okay with natural swimming (weeds and a bit of mud). There are multiple great sand bars in many directions
**Life jackets available. Consider paddling upstream first
WINTER WARNING: Do NOT go on the ice
SPRING WARNING: Spring flooding is high and fast
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack-n-play on site
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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: 10
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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About the area
Somerset
Located in Somerset, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at William O'Brien State Park and Rutstrum Wildlife Management Area, while Somerset Amphitheater and New Richmond Heritage Center are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider River's Edge Apple River Campground and Apple River Hideaway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Somerset, WI
What's nearby
- William O'Brien State Park - 13 min drive - 6.4 km
- Somerset Amphitheater - 14 min drive - 10.0 km
- River's Edge Apple River Campground - 17 min drive - 13.5 km
- Willow River State Park - 31 min drive - 26.5 km
- St. Croix State Park - 32 min drive - 33.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Not Justa Bar & Cafe - 15 min drive
- Oliphant Brewing - 14 min drive
- Brookside Bar & Grill - 40 min drive
- Potting's Bar - 15 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sarah L.
10 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful well-appointed property
Sarah L.
Stayed 60 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matt S., Pittsburgh, U.S.
12 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Phenomenal property with an amazing experience
Matt S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen A.
11 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family friendly place to stay
Kathleen A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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