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Charming cottage with views from the porch of Birch Lake near White Bear Lake Mn

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A two-story house with a covered porch and a snow-covered roof.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a refrigerator.
Dining
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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White Bear Lake, MN
  • Place, Birch Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, White Bear Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Tamarack Nature Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

lower level bedroom

1 Queen Bed

master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Charming cottage with views from the porch of Birch Lake near White Bear Lake Mn

Single family home, 2 bedroom 2 baths completely remodeled, large 1 acre lot and views from the wrap around porch of Birch lake. Furnished nicely with many new furnishings, large private backyard with bonfire and grilling pit. Nice hiking trails nearby, many restaurants to chose from in the local area as well as quaint shopping in White Bear Lake. Maplewood Mall is 10 minutes away and both downtown areas are easily accessible for sports, shopping and many fabulous restaurants only 20 to 25 minutes away. Easy freeway access to 35 E or 35 W

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House Rules

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

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No motor home parking or tent camping allowed. Absolutely NO smoking in the house

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1490260vb
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

White Bear Lake

Located in White Bear Lake, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Grand Casino Arena is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Minnesota State Fairgrounds and Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Ready for a night out? Consider Minnesota State Fair Grandstand and Saint Paul Saints. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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White Bear Lake, MN

What's nearby

  • Birch Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rice Lake - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Goose Lake - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • White Bear Lake - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tamarack Nature Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cup and Cone - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Young’s Korean BBQ - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage with views from the porch of Birch Lake near White Bear Lake Mn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming cottage with views from the porch of Birch Lake near White Bear Lake Mn?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage with views from the porch of Birch Lake near White Bear Lake Mn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage with views from the porch of Birch Lake near White Bear Lake Mn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage with views from the porch of Birch Lake near White Bear Lake Mn located?

Located in the heart of White Bear Lake, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of White Bear Lake, Tamarack Nature Center and Lakeshore Players Theatre. White Bear Yacht Club and Maplewood Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe O R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay. Lovely house n its surroundings. Hope to come back next year.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 36 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 45 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Your every need was met by renting this beautiful home. The back garden was immaculate as was the home. Our host was available for any concerns. We hope to return in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fine. We had no problems.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee Anna C.

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

Wonderful place

Terrific location – right by a lake and close to a nature preserve, which is a very peaceful place for a walk
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

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

White bear lake

Very nice home in a quiet location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

John M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
We emailed the owner twice to find out the check in process. No response. Had to call VRBO who contacted the owner. Not all windows had curtains. Some type of beverage stain on a bedroom wall. Cobwebs above kitchen cabinets. Owner came to the property/garage 3 times without any prior notice. On the 3rd trip I had to ask who he was. No cable TV. Location was convenient .
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

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

Visiting family in the area

We had a great stay in this lovely home. Cozy, quiet and comfortable. Owner was quite responsive and the finished basement provided so much more living space.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

erica h.

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

Convenient location for MSP area

The cabin was very nice and will be even better once Kim finishes fixing it up. The area was very convenient for visiting MSP and the surrounding lovely small towns, including White Bear Lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Fantastic stay

The property was exactly as described and just perfect for our stay! Very clean and nice amenities and location was also just right. Easy to get to and enjoyed the quiet and trails nearby! I hope we can stay again in the future! The owner was also responsive and helpful when needed! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victor W.

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

Confortable

The house was nice and very confortable
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

xxxx

The property owner is especially cooperative. The location perfect for activities in White Bear Lake.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie P.

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

Great short-term stay!

Kim was a great host and his home was perfect for our stay. His home was stocked with everything you could need for a weeklong stay and was very clean. There was plenty of space to park and while the home is off a busier road, it is a very quiet area. Kim was at the property working most days our group stayed, but he kept to himself and was pleasant to chat with when we ran into him. I would definitely recommend staying!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Birch Lake Home away From home.

Lovely experience. Beautiful wrap around porch on a big private acre. Grand kids had fun. Nice fire pit and charcoal grill. House was clean, welcoming and provided everything we needed. Renting again next year and staying much longer. Owner was so friendly and created an at home feel for us.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

robert s.

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

Area is very convenient

Property is accurately described and is supper convenient. Only issue was snow removal. If you are staying in the winter you will need boots and mittens. Kim is very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mem M.

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

Pleasant house near the lake

The house was clean, comfortable, and pleasant. Kitchen had everything we needed. The living room had several really comfortable chairs - which most VRBOs do not! Bathrooms were well supplied. Our host Kim made us welcome without intruding. Only suggestion I could possibly think of would be to put just one railing somewhere on the stairs to that lovely, wrap-around porch to make it a bit easier for the old folks. We were there a week and had a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda J.

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

Long weekend in WBL

We relaxed and enjoyed our stay at this home. We really like the White Bear Lake area. The beds are comfortable. The house is big enough for 3-4 people to spread out and do their own thing The listing is confusing, but I can say that there are 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Plenty of kitchen gear for what we needed. Washing machine is in great shape and amazing - dryer is older and slower. Nice large lot, though on a busy street. The tub is only usable as a shower because the stopper doesn’t fit in the tub, which disappointed our son. The on demand water heater is a bit fussy if you try to shower and any other water is running. Pro tip: if the TV won’t turn on, it’s likely the wall switch for the lamps has been turned off.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2024
Thank you I only list it as a 2 bedroom to keep the number of people saying there to 4 people. The bath tub has a new style stopper that you need to press down on to either open the drain or close the drain, but I will double check it to make sure it works properly. Dryer is gas and it has always worked great and drys quickly. I have never had a complaint on the tankless on demand hot water but I will check it out
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. The owner is a great person who is right on top of any issues you may have. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda w.

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

Excellent stay

We really enjoyed our stay at Kim's place. It was very spacious, clean and had everything we needed to prepare meals for our 5 night stay. The location was great and we look forward to returning when the weather is warmer so we can enjoy the outdoor space, plus walk & bike around the area. WBL is such a cute area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brad P.

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

List as four bedrooms only 3

Quick and easy
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

WBL

Great location and the property is clean, comfortable, and roomy.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

josie G.

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

Home Away From Home

My family and I enjoyed our stay. The home was clean and comforting. Unfortunatley our stay was due to a family sadden event. Being able to gather in the comfort of this home made our stay emotionally easier. Our family was able to come and visit with us. Your home is beautiful and enjoyable. Thank you The Gallaghers
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

wes/karen p.

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

WBL rental

Convenient location and very clean. Will stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

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