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Park Place Cottage

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View from driveway
View from outside neighbor's garage
Approaching the cottage
Patio area
deck view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Mahtomedi, MN
  • White Bear Yacht Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Maplewood Mall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Xcel Energy Center
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Futon area

1 Single Futon

Main level Double

1 Double Bed

Primary queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main level bath

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

Upper level bath

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Park Place Cottage

Upon entering the gate you follow the brick path to the BBQ Patio & enter the house through the front porch. The kitchen is great for immediate access to unload your groceries & full bathroom if you need to refresh after your long journey. The dining room & Great Room with wood burning fireplace gives a cozy feeling that you will have during your entire stay. Inside the French doors you will find a bedroom with Double bed & designated office space. Off the dining room you will find the Sun Room with access to the huge deck. The backyard has a bonfire pit stocked with wood for your enjoyment. We ask that you follow the laws when burning restrictions are in effect.
The upper cottage level has a large full bathroom with access to the walk-in closet and master bedroom with a Queen bed. The second bedroom has a Queen bed with another designated office space. The 3rd bedroom has 3 Twin beds for the children... or singles that don't want to share. The loft area has a Futon with linens provided for up to 2 people. The sliding doors go out onto the Viewing Balcony. Bistro tables & chairs provide another vignette where you can sit and have coffee while taking in the beautiful private view.

Children are welcome here... 2 high chairs, Pack-n-Play, Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper Bassinette & Baby Gate available for your use on premises. The BBQ Patio area is fully fenced so children stay safe from the driveway or street.

Guests have complete & private access to 1700 sq. ft. on the main and upper levels of the cottage. The basement area is not currently available for your use.

Other things to note: A game table, board games, puzzles, coloring books, lap blankets, etc., are available for your use.

PARK PLACE COTTAGE WELCOME BOOK will have house rules, as well as maps and a seasonal section for golf courses, wineries, restaurants, and other recreational options. Enjoy your stay!

Property manager

Tim Kraft
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please close and lock any windows used during your stay.
Please separate recyclables from garbage and place recyclables in the brown paper garbage bags provided.

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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
Property Registration Number 817

About the area

Mahtomedi

Mahtomedi 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Pine Tree Apple Orchard and Ice Castle. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mahtomedi, MN

What's nearby

  • White Bear Yacht Club - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Maplewood Mall - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Xcel Energy Center - 19 min drive - 23.3 km
  • University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - 20 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Minnesota State Fairgrounds - 20 min drive - 25.0 km

Getting around

  • Saint Paul Union Depot - 18 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Quinny’s Sports Pub and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunn Brothers Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Washington Square Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Park Place Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Park Place Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Park Place Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Park Place Cottage located?

This family-friendly Mahtomedi cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Century College and 7 Vines Vineyard. Pine Tree Apple Orchard and Maplewood Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rusty L.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Great Home, Great Location

We were in MN for a week, and stayed at this property the whole time. Check in was easy, the property was wonderfully eclectic, and the neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. I highly recommend this property for those looking for a nice quiet, upscale place to stay. It is close to the coffee shops, stores and pubs. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula A.

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

Great place for a weekend stay

Park Place was great place for a weekend Sisters weekend. Ample space for conversation indoors and outside. Tim is a good host and would rent from him again. Only issue with the property is that parking is challenging. This was stated upfront in property details so it’s not a complaint. But two cars would be ideal instead of the three that were in our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fayomi A.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Family stay

We rented this property to visit family and the original date we booked my kids got really sick and the property owner was very kind and let us stay different dates as to not lose any money. The home is beautiful and very clean. Large bedrooms and plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

good space

great business set up
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Contessa G.

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

One night stay

I only needed the place for a night after a night out since the majority of my group lives an hour away and tim was awesome with helping us out with that. The home was nice and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful getaway especially in summertime.

Restful stay, comfortable beds clean home. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hans B.

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

Girls weekend with sister-in-laws and daughters

Great space for gathering and short drive to Stillwater for shopping, restaurants and walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith J.

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

Lovely setting

Beautiful "tree house" setting and lovely home with 4 bedrooms and a well-appointed kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

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

Perfect for our stay

The property was exactly what we needed. Tim quickly responded to the few questions I had. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

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

Excellent place to host family get-togethers

Tim's Park Place Cottage is a charming, roomy place to stay. The outside areas are fantastic and we used them all, including both decks (which are like dwelling in a forest canopy), the fire pit, the patio and grill. Kris says there were lots of conveniently placed hooks for hanging things, and recommends non-slip footwear for ascending and descending the steep and narrow staircase. The location was perfect for us and the neighborhood is just beautiful. We recommend the walk down to Mahtomedi Beach. We didn't have occasion to ask Tim for any assistance because our stay was worry-free, but there's no doubt he would have been on the spot if we'd needed him. Thanks for helping make our vacation a superb one, Tim!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis D.

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

The Bride Loved It

We booked this for a small bachelorette "party" and the bride absolutely loved it! It's such a cute and charming space. Unfortunately the weather wasn't good enough to take advantage of the beautiful fire pit area and more deck time. Check in was simple. Location is kinda tricky but if you follow his directions it's easy to find. Parking is limited though! We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location!

Spacious home in a great location within walking distance of farmer’s market and public beach. Enjoyed the fire pit and ample patios/balconies. Kitchen had everything we needed for a comfortable stay over the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laina F.

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

Great cabin with all the amenities!

Great cabin in the perfect location with all the amenities. Will definitely book again when we’re in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

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

Beautiful spacious house

Great house. Loved the back porch and deck, great place to gather with houseguests. Kitchen was well equipped. Dining room and living area quite large. Great A/C and hot water. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terrie R.

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

Family

Great quiet location, family enjoyed the fire pit. Plenty of space and dishes to serve 15 when additional family joined us for brunch.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Phyllis R.

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

Girls Gathering

The only problem we experienced was parking. We had 4 somewhat large cars and was difficult to maneuver.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Girls weekend

We had a great time. Enjoyed sitting around the fire in the evenings catching up with everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debby C.

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

Girls fall trip🍁

Great house, lots of outside seating. Great beds. Would recommend this cottage highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H., Mahtomedi, MN USA

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

A great place for my family to stay!!!

I got this VRBO for my out of town family (4 adults) to stay in for our daughter’s wedding and we couldn’t be happier!! The check in was easy, the place is great! There was plenty of space to get ready for the wedding (the owner kindly gave us early check-in), they all slept well and said they “felt like they were home”. It was comfortable and clean, they were able to really relax. It was only blocks from my home so convenient for me to transport, etc. They appreciated the bag of ice in the freezer, the makeup face cleansers in the bathroom. My brother in law liked the layout of the house snd really wanted to start a campfire in the fire pit but sadly it rained. Personally, I’m very pleased with this place and look forward to having family come back and stay there for future get togethers. It is a gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bret E.

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

Nice clean home

Perfect size for 7 adults. Great location. Would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia J F.

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

Perfect stay

Lovely and comfortable. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendall L.

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

Very Nice Stay

The location of the property is excellent. You are close to several major highways and county roads, but far enough away to feel like you aren't in the city. The property is very clean and provided plenty of room for our group of 7. The linens and towels are very soft and were nice to use. We really appreciated the very clean highchair that was provided for our 1 year old. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Angel W.

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

Cousin Camp

Overall this is a beautiful home. Several challenges witg young children that were difficult to ascertain from description. Fenced in part of yard quite small. Backyard is not as large as thought from pics and not amenable for children (even 6 and 8). Steep stairs off deck without safety gate at top made the deck unusable. First floor bathroom requires going up and then down 3 steps - not ideal for toddlers. Stairs to upstairs narrow with fairly high pitch. Also no safety latches on cabinets with cleaning supplies. I did appreciate the children's dishes and the clean and solid high chair as well as the pack n play That being said Tim was quite responsive when I emailed questions. I WOULD rent thus property again with older children.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tim Kraft

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My wife, Judy and I maintain the cottage and the property. She is the creative force behind the "cozy" cottage atmosphere you'll feel during your stay. We live about 1/2 mile away and are easily able to help you with any need at most times.

If you're looking for nightlife entertainment, you can find me most weekends playing in the Twin Cities area with the Midwest Music Hall of Fame band, "Free & Easy". We play locally quite often.

Why they chose this property

In bygone days, the description for this updated 100-year-old Cottage was, “It sits a block away from & high on the hill for panoramic views of White Bear Lake”. You can still get glimpses of the lake through the trees & modern houses that dot the landscape. There are still several small cottages from the days when Wildwood Amusement Park was the 'go to destination' from the big cities. Street Cars traveled from afar to bring families to this quaint little town.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests