Cozy Lake Elmo Cottage

Q: Is Cozy Lake Elmo Cottage pet-friendly?

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

Q: Where is Cozy Lake Elmo Cottage located?

Situated in Lake Elmo, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Elmo's Pup Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tamarack Village and Woodbury Lakes. Century College and Lift Bridge Brewing Company are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 488.3 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
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Fireplace
Parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen

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Lake Elmo, MN

Woodbury Lakes
‪8 min drive‬
Maplewood Mall
‪10 min drive‬
Xcel Energy Center
‪17 min drive‬
St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown)
‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 King Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Welcome to Carly’s Cozy Cottage - a chic cottage in Lake Elmo! It is about 950sqft of renovated finished space up stairs & a basement that is currently storage.

1 NEW King & 1 Queen 😴
Perfect for small families & pet friendly.

FULL renovation of the main level completed 6/10/21 🥰
New furnace and AC 11/2022
New windows 01/2023

Large lot on .92 acres in a safe Lake Elmo neighborhood. The cottage is on a dead end road that has a secret entrance into the Lake Elmo Park Reserve!

Guest access:
The whole property is yours!
Smart Lock entry system - Lockly
Laundry in the basement.

Other things to note:
The basement stairs are very steep! The laundry is in the basement.
2 NEW carbon monoxide detectors for your safety.
3 security cameras outside only

The cottage is approx 950 sqft on .92 of an acre with a bonfire area. The cottage is on a dead end in a quite neighborhood. Downtown Lake Elmo has a coffee shop, great breakfast places called Gormans, couple small bars (Twin Point has cheap drinks/ bar food, No Neck Tony’s has good cocktails and food) Fine dining at the Lake Elmo Inn. DT Lake Elmo is very quaint and 3min drive away. Other close spots with a great summer patios are Tamarack Taproom and Cozzie’s.

Woodbury and Downtown Stillwater have multiple dining options as well. I would recommend spending a day in Downtown Stillwater, the first city of MN.

Free parkin’ in DT Stillwater Nov 1st to April 30th! Super cute winter town, must see!

5 Minutes from the Washington County Fair Grounds

⛳️ :
Loggers Trail <10miles
Oak Marsh <2miles
Stone Ridge 5miles
Indian Hills 7.5miles
Eagle Valley <6miles
Top Golf <25miles

🥾 :
Lake Elmo Park Reserve: 2min away by foot
Sunfish Lake: 3 min drive
Willow River State Park: 20 min into WI. Great waterfall!
Taylor’s Falls: 38 min north east
And more!

🏂 ⛷️ :
Afton Apls 19miles
Wild Mountain 47miles
Trollhaugen 39miles
Green Acres Family Tubing <4miles

Local Farmers Market details to come!
Lake Elmo: Saturday’s Lake Elmo Elementary
St Paul: 7a-1p Saturday, Sunday 8a-1p. 290 5th St E, St Paul, MN 55101 - winter market as well !

The large master has a new (7/24) King sized bed with adequate open closet. There is a desk area in the master for those who can work from anywhere! There one queen in the second bedroom.
Open concept living room/kitchen. Fully furnished with everything you’ll need.

The Lake Elmo park reserve has a ‘secret’ local entrance down the block from the cottage.

Property manager

Carly Downs

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Clean up after your pets in the yard. Left over doggy-doody is a major no-no and will be charged $10 per pile

No parties (aka more than 6 people)

No additional guests can stay in the cottage that were not accounted for on your original booking

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

Long-term renters welcome

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

About the area

Lake Elmo

Lake Elmo is home to this cottage. Xcel Energy Center is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Como Park Zoo and Conservatory and Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at St Paul Curling Club or Allianz Field. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Lake Elmo, MN

What's nearby

Woodbury Lakes - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
Maplewood Mall - 10 min drive - 12.7 km
Xcel Energy Center - 17 min drive - 20.8 km
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - 21 min drive - 25.9 km
Minnesota State Fairgrounds - 21 min drive - 26.0 km

Getting around

Saint Paul Union Depot - 16 min drive
St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lakewood Tavern - ‬9 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪D-spot - ‬7 min drive
‪Olive Garden - ‬7 min drive
‪Hazelwood Food And Drink Woodbury - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Lake Elmo Cottage pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Cozy Lake Elmo Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Lake Elmo Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Lake Elmo Cottage located?

Situated in Lake Elmo, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Elmo's Pup Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tamarack Village and Woodbury Lakes. Century College and Lift Bridge Brewing Company are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ruth J.

31 Mar 2025

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

Lake Elmo Cottage

This cottage was a little slice of heaven! I really enjoyed my time here. Carly was responsive (more quickly than I have ever experienced) and resolved all questions quickly and easily. If you are looking for a place in this area, this one would be a great choice!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harrison K.

2 Jan 2025

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

Christmas Trip

Everything was great and exactly as listed.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany C.

25 Sept 2023

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

Great location

Lovely home equipped with all we needed!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

4 Nov 2024

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

Amazing home away from home!!

This is place is so great that I worry the secret will be out and will be sold out all the time! :) Wonderful experience staying for a long weekend! Super comfy furniture and every detail thought of. Very quiet neighborhood close to excellent restaurants and shopping with a quick drive into the cities.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

12 Mar 2023

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

Carly's Cottage

This cottage was fantastic! What a great retreat! The owner was wonderful to work with!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

27 Feb 2023

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

Cozy cabin perfect for skiing weekend

Great location for a winter weekend get away. Carly was a very attentive host, cabin was well appointed, definitely recommend for activities in and around the twin cities, Stillwater and Afton Alps skiing.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia B.

2 June 2024

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

Carly's Cottage May 2024

Very clean, well-stocked with amenities, comfortable cottage and neighborhood, with easy access to shopping. Both Sunfish Lake Park and Lake Elmo Park Preserve are convenient by car or bike. We traveled with a pet, and close access to trails was a plus. We had a great experience!!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

29 Aug 2023

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

A dog friendly gem

A great property. It was cozy, quiet and nice road to walk dog down. Big flower laden yard with great spots to sit. Nice large tv, comfortable beds. Good door lock. Felt safe, relaxed and close to Stillwater’s amazing downtown.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juli M.

30 Oct 2023

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

Care and comfort

This is a very comfortable and well-located house. Carly is wonderful. Our stay presented some challenges, which she responded to instantly. We look forward to staying there again.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

11 Feb 2024

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

Charming

Very cozy and nicely remodeled property! It had all the comforts of home including nice touches to welcome our dogs! Nice big yard with walking trails just down the street. Close to Stillwater for shops and dining by the water! Carly is a very responsive great host!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

28 Sept 2024

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

Wonderful!!! Absolutely wonderful.

We absolutely loved our stay. The cottage is super cute and comfortable, and thoughtful touches for humans and fur babies are absolutely everywhere. USB ports everywhere, fire pit roasting sticks, wash/face cloths for makeup, well stocked Kurig coffee maker, etc. The kitchen is very well stocked, the (king) bed is very comfortable, and the shower had great pressure. Communication with the hostess was prompt and friendly. These are the things that are most important to us. We had friends over to sit around the fire pit one cooler evening, and we had a great time. We wish we could have stayed more than three nights but look forward to returning!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie V.

17 Mar 2023

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

cozy cottage to unplug!

Perfect cozy cottage style home for a small family to unplug from life distractions for a few days. Very convenient location to other attractions. Quiet neighborhood. Comfy master bed. Only caution is strong air freshener and dryer sheet scents if you odor sensitivities. Host was very helpful, responsive to questions and helped make our stay the best for what we were looking for!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara B., Illinois

18 Nov 2023

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

Sweet, Cozy, Perfection!

This is our 2nd stay at the cottage and have loved both our visits! Carly is a wonderful host! She is very communicative and has thought of every little detail to make the home welcoming and comfortable. The cottage is also one of the cleanest properties I have rented, and there have been quite a few. The property is lovely, and much enjoyed by our pups! It is in a peaceful neighborhood that is very close to main thoroughfares and highways for easy touring of this beautiful area. I highly recommend the cottage! I know we’ll be back again!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerstyn H.

5 June 2023

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

Great spot for a girls’ weekend!

From even before checking in, the communication with the owner was great. We were able to get into the beautiful property without any issues. Any questions during our stay were responded to very promptly. The home is absolutely adorable and was the perfect space for four adults. Close to Stillwater but we found that the No Neck Tony’s just down the road was our favorite spot! No issues getting transportation from Lyft/Uber in this area. Great easy checkout process. Would highly recommend!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny D.

26 June 2024

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

Amazing little gem!

My family had the most amazing stay at Carly’s Cottage. The neighborhood location is so quiet, with easy accessibility to walking trails - which my dog loved! The space was as advertised, and MORE! Carly thought of everything - pet supplies, toiletries, kitchen appliances, extra bedding. It made our stay all the more comfortable. I also can’t say enough about the communication. Carly was quick to reply, accommodating, and offered up helpful solutions. Such a positive experience! The only drawback was our wet weather which prohibited us from taking advantage of the great big yard.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

18 Jan 2025

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

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick N.

22 Sept 2024

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

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Carly Downs

Why they chose this property

I grew up in Lake Elmo and I love love the locations to the park, downtown Stillwater and the twin cities

What makes this property unique

It’s super cute duh!

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Popular amenities

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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About this property