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Parlor
Exterior-unit on the left
Front Porch Rockin’
Dining Room
Dining Room and Parlor

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8171.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Osceola, WI
  • Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Trollhaugen
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Interstate State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Blue Room

1 Queen Bed

Gold Room

1 Queen Bed

Green Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Murphy Beds

2 bathrooms

Main Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master Bathroom

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historic 1880s Home

Voted 2021 and 2023 Readers’ Choice Best Bed and Breakfast of the Valley by the Sun Country Messenger!

Perfect for those who appreciate yesterday’s handiwork, this spacious 1880s home is truly one of a kind built by pioneering Dr. Combacker. Slow down and relish in yesteryear as you sip coffee in a front porch rocker, bird watch from the bay window, or take a long soak in the jetted tub.

Loaded with more than the essentials, we offer a full kitchen, bbq equipment, and toiletries. Besides being close to outdoor recreation and downtown, you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained here from board games, puzzles, cards, and reading material to a big backyard with an outdoor fire pit.

Wonderfully nestled in the St. Croix Valley, this home’s location will not disappoint. You’ll be a short distance from all that the Twin Cities has to offer, a brief walk away from beautiful downtown Osceola, and close enough to explore the great outdoors. Come spend a night away yet within arm’s reach of it all at Osceola’s most historic estate.

Please note this is a duplex and there is potential for noise. We live in the adjacent unit and have two young children who like to do child things. We do our best to be respectful of our guests by keeping noise and activity at a minimum, and we give our guests first priority in shared outdoor spaces.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Feel free to ask about child friendly gear & toys!
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not allowed anywhere on property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Store extra beds
Turn off the lights
Clean dishes
Clean unnecessary messes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please do not wear shoes in the home.
Clean dirty dishes and unnecessary messes before leaving. Excess trash & recycling can be put in the bins next to the garage.
$25 convenience fee for early check-ins and late check-outs.

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Osceola

Located in Osceola, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Riverwood Canoe and Trollhaugen are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Heritage Mall and Trap Rock Ridge Plaza. Travelling with kids? Consider Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway and Polk County Fairgrounds. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Osceola, WI

What's nearby

  • Saint Croix River - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Trollhaugen - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Interstate State Park - 16 min drive - 16.8 km
  • St Croix National Scenic Riverway - 17 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skolhaugen Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Augies Woodhill Saloon & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Talk - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tippy Canoes - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Shafer Saloon Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 1880s Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic 1880s Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 1880s Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic 1880s Home located?

This family-friendly Osceola holiday home is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Riverwood Canoe and Saint Croix River. Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Falyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was just as pictured! Was super clean and welcoming! Allison was wonderfully about communication!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Property was all and more as it was described on VRBO! Very clean, spacious and comfortable for a friend's weekend. Would highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Great stay!

We stayed here for just one night as we were in town for a family wedding. The communication leading up to the stay with Allison was great, the check-in process easy, the home was clean and the beds comfortable. I would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaVonne G.

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

Loved staying here. Beautiful home

Loved staying here. Only thing better would be Handicap ramp to house and hand bar in main floor bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at your house. After the fact we’d only request another fan for the bedroom and hope we weren’t too noisy for our neighbors, we don’t get together often enough. Never heard a peep from our neighbors. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time in this lovely and comfortable home. It was the perfect place for our family gathering. The bedroom and bathroom on the main floor worked well for my older mother. Kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals. Host was a great communicator. There is a full grocery store just a few blocks away. Parking was easy. Lots of board games available for us to play. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette E.

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

Biking trip last night stay

Wonderful accommodation in a pleasant town and neighborhood. Hope to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

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

Great place to stay!

Very clean and comfortable. It was located near to everywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ella l.

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

Historical house

Beautiful home and such a wonderful location to everything we wanted to see. We had an awesome time visiting and putting puzzles together. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calvin S.

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

Perfect Location

Accurate listing, 5-10 min drive to Trollhaugen Skiing, 2 min walk from grocery store. Very clean and more than enough bathroom products, and a coffee machine!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

1880s Home

Great place to stay. Very clean, easy check in, lovely neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hether S.

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

Quick overnight stay

This property was great. Awesome character to the home. The host Allison was very prompt with responses and the house was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Family weekend

Beautiful home. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Osceola trip

Beautiful property. Close to downtown but, very quiet. Owner is wonderful to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

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

Wished we could have stayed longer!

We were at this property only one night and we wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Small town vacation

The house was very convenient for getting around Osceola, and it was easy to get to multiple outdoor activities in the surrounding area. The house was very clean. The neighborhood was quiet. The kids loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful stay at this house. Was perfect for our family with two young kids and was in a great location - close enough to walk to restaurants and parks in town and just a short drive to Interstate State park and other nearby attractions. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah A.

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

Quaint, clean, great location

We stayed over the weekend. Property owners were very flexible and communicative and let us know as soon as the house opened up for an early arrival. Location is great- less than 2 blocks to Main Street. Great little getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Old, but nice !

Believe the 5.0 ratings. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

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

Fall Hiking

Just as advertised. No complaints. Quiet and good location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Linda W.

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

Sister Trip

Enjoy the place very historical. It could use a lamp in the living room by sofa for reading and shades on windows for privacy in evening. Beds were comfortable. A well supply kitchen with everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer s., Marengo

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

Sisters birthday celebration

Dr. Comebacker 1880 house was the perfect base for our weekend. It has everything you need for a stay away from home and Allison is very responsive if you need anything. Osceola is a quaint little town withany cute shops within walking distance of the rental house. I would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andee P.

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

Cute town with proximity to two ski areas

Stayed at this cute historic house with kids who appreciated the supply of board games. Easy drive to both Trollhaugen and Wild Mountain for skiing. Walked to Watershed Cafe for dinner and a peek at the falls. Keypad for easy checkin.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Everett L.

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

Historic 1850s House

We enjoyed the time spent in this historic town. The home had an antique setting with a settee and Victorian furniture. We enjoyed evenings sitting in that are watching the wildlife. Also enjoyed the walking tour and see the old Methodist-Episcopal Church and the recently remodeled Baptist Church. Fantastic, friendly community.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence A.

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

Perfect for us

We needed a three bedroom place for three adults so the house was perfect us. The beds were comfortable, the house was clean and the kitchen was stocked with every dish/utensil/appliance that you would need to prepare Thanksgiving dinner. We really appreciated the large laundry room as we had just returned from a ten day canoe trip. The neighborhood is quaint and everything is within walking distance. Thanks, Allison … we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Allison

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I’m a fun-loving, fast-talking, small town-walking wife, mama, teacher, entrepreneur, patriot, and lover of Jesus. My interests and experiences are broad but are deeply rooted in country living and loving.

I’m excited to extend my homegrown hospitality to all of you fellow adventurers. So if there’s ANYTHING I can do to help make your stay more comfortable, PLEASE reach out. I’m here for suggestions, available for strange coffee requests, and accommodating to spontaneous cookie cravings.

Why they chose this property

When looking to purchase a home in the area, we were sick of looking at cookie-cutter layouts. We wanted a home with character and a story to tell. And boy oh boy, did we ever land the jackpot! We immediately fell in love with everything this charming home offered—from its original hardwood floors, replicated gas chandeliers, and intricate woodwork to the story of Dr. Combacker behind the home’s great walls. We’re happy to share original pictures of the home inside and out and telegram copies to and from Dr. Combacker. Just ask!

What makes this property unique

We love this home’s location because you can walk to everything you need. We’re also especially proud of how the home holds its grandeur from over 100 years ago yet still offers 21st century accommodations.

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