10/10 Excellent
Marshall H.
14 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marshall H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Scandia Forest Lodge - Near State Parks, Stillwater, and Taylors Falls
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Scandia, MN
- William O'Brien State Park7 min drive
- Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway14 min drive
- Somerset Amphitheater37 min drive
- St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Princess Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Ski Lodge Bedroom
1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
The Game Room Pullout
1 Double Sofa Bed
The Lower Level Guest Room
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Lower-level Guest Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Main Level Half Bath
Toilet
Master Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Upstairs Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Scandia Forest Lodge - Near State Parks, Stillwater, and Taylors Falls
Our cozy home sits on 5 forested acres in Scandia, Minnesota (15 miles north of Stillwater and 15 miles south of Taylors Falls) offering a peaceful escape with lots of outdoor space. The front deck is spacious with seating for 12. Enjoy your morning coffee on the screened-in porch, surrounded by perennial gardens. A large fire pit across the driveway includes chairs for 10, and additional chairs may be moved from the deck.
Our home is architect-designed with lots of cozy nooks in the spirit of the Not So Big House book by Sarah Susanka. The main level has a large kitchen with gas stove, two dining tables, a kitchen counter that seats 5, and a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace. The basement is designed in an Old World European/Scandinavian theme and has a pool table, wet bar, game table, big-screen TV and a gas fireplace styled like a wood-burning stove.
Scandia is a great place for biking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. We are 5 minutes from William O'Brien State Park on the St Croix River and 15 minutes from Interstate Park in Taylors Falls. Several lovely wineries are within a 1-20 minute drive, including the beautiful Rustic Roots Winery in Scandia. Our village is also home to a charming Swedish settlers' museum called Gammelgarden, and we highly recommend a tour of the museum and a visit to their gift shop. Our local farmers market is Wednesday afternoon/evening. We love to get ice cream in charming Marine on St Croix, 5 minutes south of us, and it's a 15-minute drive to Stillwater with its charming shops and amazing restaurants.
ADDITIONAL RENTAL AVAILABLE: Two vacation rentals are located on our forested 5-acre property with a shared driveway. Each feels quite private and is separated by forest from the other. Each rental has its own fire pit and yard area. You can view the second rental space -- called Björnskog Stuga -- on VRBO at www.vrbo.com/4165870.
PLEASE NOTE: Although our pets will not be here during your stay, guests with allergies should be aware that we have a cat and a dog.
Our home is architect-designed with lots of cozy nooks in the spirit of the Not So Big House book by Sarah Susanka. The main level has a large kitchen with gas stove, two dining tables, a kitchen counter that seats 5, and a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace. The basement is designed in an Old World European/Scandinavian theme and has a pool table, wet bar, game table, big-screen TV and a gas fireplace styled like a wood-burning stove.
Scandia is a great place for biking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. We are 5 minutes from William O'Brien State Park on the St Croix River and 15 minutes from Interstate Park in Taylors Falls. Several lovely wineries are within a 1-20 minute drive, including the beautiful Rustic Roots Winery in Scandia. Our village is also home to a charming Swedish settlers' museum called Gammelgarden, and we highly recommend a tour of the museum and a visit to their gift shop. Our local farmers market is Wednesday afternoon/evening. We love to get ice cream in charming Marine on St Croix, 5 minutes south of us, and it's a 15-minute drive to Stillwater with its charming shops and amazing restaurants.
ADDITIONAL RENTAL AVAILABLE: Two vacation rentals are located on our forested 5-acre property with a shared driveway. Each feels quite private and is separated by forest from the other. Each rental has its own fire pit and yard area. You can view the second rental space -- called Björnskog Stuga -- on VRBO at www.vrbo.com/4165870.
PLEASE NOTE: Although our pets will not be here during your stay, guests with allergies should be aware that we have a cat and a dog.
Property manager
Susan Rodsjo
Premier Host
Languages
English, Norwegian, Swedish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 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
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Scandia
Located in Scandia, this holiday home is in a rural area. Rustic Roots and Ironwood Golf Range are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway and River's Edge Apple River Campground. Travelling with kids? Consider Apple River Hideaway, or check out an event or a game at Skydive Forest Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Scandia, MN
What's nearby
- Rustic Roots - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
- William O'Brien State Park - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
- Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway - 14 min drive - 14.6 km
- Farmington Bottoms State Natural Area - 33 min drive - 27.4 km
- Somerset Amphitheater - 37 min drive - 27.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Old Log Cabin Restaurant - 9 min drive
- Brookside Bar & Grill - 8 min drive
- Potting's Bar - 22 min drive
- P Y's Saloon & Grill - 12 min drive
- Meister's Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth C.
28 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elizabeth C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Natalie F.
30 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Girls Weekend
Natalie F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laurice R.
16 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely forest hideaway
Laurice R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dawn K.
24 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girl Cousins Getaway
Dawn K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Judy H., Moline, IL
29 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a lovely location
Judy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
21 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristen L.
17 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful house!
Kristen L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Darlene H.
28 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
gorgeous getaway
Darlene H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sean S.
20 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Home
Sean S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karla O.
11 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful, welcoming and comfortable.
Karla O.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tiana T.
28 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Getaway
Tiana T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sonya S., Crown Point
23 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Sonya S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
David S.
2 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scandia Beauty
David S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Chelsey F.
25 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such an Amazing Find
Chelsey F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Andrew & Pamela M.
29 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Well kept.
Andrew & Pamela M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
15 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Susan R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
About the host
Hosted by Susan Rodsjo
I am a marketing communications specialist at a Fortune 500 company. I love traveling, meeting new people, and sharing Scandia and theTwin Cities area with visitors. Welcome to our home! Scandia is a great place to enjoy the outdoors, including hiking, swimming, and boating. The St. Croix River Valley hosts multiple arts venues, unique shopping, and great restaurants. Ask me for advice when visiting our home!
Languages:
English, Norwegian, Swedish
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