HISTORIC MANSION, DOWNTOWN, WALKABLE, COLONIAL REVIVAL

7 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 16416 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Gym

Outdoor space

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Stillwater, MN

Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

+1

1 Double Bed and 4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

MAIN FLOOR HALF BATH

Towels provided · Toilet

MAIN LEVEL THREE QUARTER BATH

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

SECOND FLOOR FULL BATH

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

SECOND FLOOR FULL MASTER BATH

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

SECOND FLOOR THREE QUARTER BATH

+1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Built in 1872, the historic Durant House is the idyllic Stillwater vacation rental. Perfectly poised on a gorgeous South Hill lot, this home is literally steps from downtown. The Durant House offers incredible indoor & outdoor spaces, several porches that look to the river & lift bridge, with an elegance & open flowing layout. The kitchen is fully equipped with dining seating for 18. The 1870 s mansion offers all the expected modern amenities. The main level has large spaces, including a kitchen, dining room, great room, one bedroom with queen bed, full and half bath and large wrap around porch. The second level has three full baths. The master suite has a king bed, queen bed and adjoining bath. Two other rooms down the hall offer two full and one queen size beds. Sleeping porch with two twin day beds. The third level is open concept, with a game room, media area with comfy couches, 4 twin and one full bed.
Host and staff live locally and are happy to assist with any questions during your stay.
The Durant House is only steps from downtown Stillwater, so no need to start your cars, as almost all attractions are a very short walk away. The famous "Main Street Steps" will take you right into the heart of it all. Teddy Bear Park is one block away, perfect play area for younger children. One block from historic court house, perfect for wedding parties. We do not rent to bachelor parties, as house is located in quiet neighborhood. Families are welcome. Ask about our ready to heat and eat breakfasts.

Property manager

Brian Brosdahl

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Gym

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We do not rent to bachelor parties, as house is located in quiet neighborhood.

Keep noise down after 10pm.

We reserve the right to add a $50/hr late fee for guests who have not made prior arrangements with us.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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 STHR-2019-03

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stillwater

Located in Stillwater, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Maplewood Mall and Woodbury Lakes are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Croix State Park and St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Ice Castle and Knoke's Chocolates. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.

Stillwater, MN

Getting around

Saint Paul Union Depot - 26 min drive
St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

Charlie's Irish Pub - 8 min walk
P D Pappy's - 11 min walk
Nelson's Ice Cream - 15 min walk
Freight House - 5 min walk
Oasis Cafe - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is HISTORIC MANSION, DOWNTOWN, WALKABLE, COLONIAL REVIVAL pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HISTORIC MANSION, DOWNTOWN, WALKABLE, COLONIAL REVIVAL?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HISTORIC MANSION, DOWNTOWN, WALKABLE, COLONIAL REVIVAL?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HISTORIC MANSION, DOWNTOWN, WALKABLE, COLONIAL REVIVAL located?

This family-friendly Stillwater holiday home is located on the riverfront, within a 5-minute walk of Brick Alley Studio of Massage and Bodywork and Lowell Park. Ice Castle and Saint Croix River are also within 10 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cort B.

3 September 2023

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

Amazing House!!

What a beautiful experience!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

29 December 2022

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

Family Christmas in Minnesota

For Christmas, my mom asked for the whole family to be together. With us scattered around the country, this big house was a perfect spot for us to converge. Plenty of space for the grandkids to enjoy their new games and play on their phones, us adult "kids" (in our 50s) to work on a puzzle and watch movies & football on TV, and all 11 of us to eat together at the dining room table. The house was festively decorated, and had enough beds and bedrooms for us all to sleep comfortably. We had a wonderful stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Renee D.

12 October 2022

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

Historic charm

Spacious, charming and convenient to our family’s wedding venue. Would rent again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

10 October 2022

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

Spectacular in Stillwater

Ten of us gathered for a girlfriend reunion (class of 1978 friends). The house was in a word, spectacular! This well-appointed home was perfect for our stay. From the tremendous sleeping options (beds for all) and the numerous bathrooms, to the provided amenities, lovely and plentiful linens, well-stocked kitchen, lovely gathering spaces, comfortable living room, beautiful dining room (seats 10), and perfect coffee bar...this property was everything we hoped it would be and more. The location is simply spectacular too...just a block to the South HIll staircase and downtown Stillwater. The grounds were fabulous too with beautiful outdoor seating spaces (front and side porch areas) and a perfect fire-pit for a campfire. The view of the river from the many windows and backyard area made it an especially lovely location. The parking was the icing on the cake...plenty of room for our many cars. The communication with the host was easy and prompt. I/we highly recommend this property for your upcoming visit to the Stillwater area (would be perfect for a family reunion, gathering for a special occasion (wedding/other), or vacation in the beautiful St. Croix River Valley. We lucked out and found ourselves in the area during the Harvest Festival and were fortunate to have beautiful fall weather to enjoy the outdoor spaces. The only thing that was missing was a ladle for our soup...other than that, our stay was terrific!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karin H.

2 October 2022

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

Beautiful Historic home in Stillwater

The Durant Home was perfect for our weekend in Stillwater. From the start, booking was easy and the host communication was excellent. I had many questions and requests before our arrival, and all were answered promptly and complete. The home is located on top of a hill and the views were gorgeous. It is conveniently located close to historic downtown Stillwater. The home itself was one of the most beautiful VRBO homes we have ever visited. It was spotless and ready for our arrival. Kitchens and baths were fully stocked. The beds were comfortable and easily slept our party of 12. The newly renovated 3rd floor loft area was incredible and will be an amazing once it is completely finished. All of the outdoor porches around the house were so quaint and an added bonus. Thanks so much for our wonderful weekend and we will definitely be coming back to your gorgeous home!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brian Brosdahl

I am a long-time resident of Stillwater and have a passion for the history and architecture of this beautiful little city. I love to show it off to visitors.

Why they chose this property

The Durant House is perfect for wedding parties and bridal celebrations!

The location is ideal for Historic Court House weddings, only one block away, and the downtown area is full of music and good food for those bachelorettes.

Family gatherings will enjoy all the space the huge house and beautiful yard provides.

What makes this property unique

The Durant House is perched on the bluff overlooking the downtown area of Stillwater, with amazing views of the river valley. The house is one block from the Historic Court House (weddings), one block from Teddy Bear Park, 2 blocks to Main Street Stairs (steps to downtown).
with all the shops and restaurants.

The house can accommodate large number of guests.