Mississippi River views, year-round Hot Tub and Bald Eagle Visitors

This River Retreat home is a waterfront property on the Mississippi River in the Twin Cities metro area. It is quite convenient to the MSP airport (20 minutes), (St. Paul/ Minneapolis- approx. 30 minutes). Take in the sights and sounds of the river right from the soaring, timber frame great room, deck, or outdoor hot tub! Hawks, bald eagles, foxes, turkeys and wildlife of all kinds are common visitors. Watch for barges and boats on the River, or admire the strange 'laser beam' sounds of rubbing ice in the coldest depths of winter.
We have severe allergies and try to keep our home dust and animal free, as well as free of scented cleaning fragrances. Animals are not allowed, as we have severe allergies and asthmatic reactions to them that have put some of us in the hospital despite inhalers, medications and our best efforts. Sorry, this includes 'hypoallergenic' animals, which were a misnomer that science never supported. bi-weekly dusting by our cleaning service is included with your stay, and can be scheduled at your convenience.
Our home is a fabulous space for family reunions, sports teams, gatherings of friends and getaways. Enjoy the outdoor hot tub or the backyard fire ring. There is plenty of sleeping space and a loft area for the kids to hang out with TV and roku, in addition to the living area. The kitchen, living room and dining room are all open to each other making it a great space to hang out with friends or family. All the twin cities is a short drive away, and there is a marina down the road if you want to explore the river.
There is an apartment above the garage that is not included with this rental. The apartment is where we crash occasionally when we are in town visiting family. (our first review from 6 years ago mentions it being a corporate rental - we were finishing up a contract, it has not been a corporate rental since). It has a private entrance in the garage where the only common wall with the home is. There are no shared spaces among the apartment and the home other than the garage. 2 garage parking spots are included with the rental.
***We have a Rental Agreement that you must be signed because of our insurance coverage***
***There are outdoor security cameras***
***If you bring an animal on the premise without disclosing to us, and obtaining our written permission, we will charge the $2,500 pet fee for deep allergenic cleaning and replacing items that cannot be properly cleaned***
Right now we have the calendar open until summer when we will be visiting family in Minnesota...additional availability may be a possibility. We will know more as we get closer to summer.
Please feel free to message me with any questions!