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Cottage Charm

Holiday home in Nisswa with kitchen and patio

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Living area
Living area
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Nisswa, MN
  • Place, MN Surf Co
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Nisswa City Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, The Pines Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bed 2

1 Queen Bed

Bed 3

1 Queen Bed

Family Room

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Cottage Charm

The Cottage is the perfect place to unplug and unwind. This comfortable cabin/house sits on a 2 acre wooded lot that provides privacy, relaxation and plenty of wildlife. 3.4 easy miles to Nisswa, 9 miles to Gull Lake, 19 to Crosslake MN and is easily accessible off of HWY 371. The cabin is great for a family vacation or girls/guys weekend. This is a very private location yet close to lakes, bike trails, rivers, shopping, restaurants, local breweries, and wineries. Outside fire pit(firewood provided), gas grill, back porch attached right off of the family room.

The cabin has 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1 king bed in master bedroom along with a TV, other 2 bedrooms have queen beds. There is an additional queen day bed in the family room area. Mini split air conditioning, in floor heat, kinetico water filtration system, gas fireplace in living room and wood burning fireplace in family room.

This is a garden home with all living spaces on one level with no stairs. Walkout to both front and back patios. The kitchen has all the dishes, pots, pans, and utensils you will need, a full-size fridge, dishwasher, electric stove, keurig coffee maker. Washer and Dryer available for your use. TV in the master bedroom, family and living room(Chromecast on all TVs), WIFI, DVD player.

Large patios accessible from the living room and family room area. Spacious yard with fire pit, grill, and yard games. Quiet reading area in the family room with a table to play cards or board games. Cards, board games, books and DVD's for your use(both adult and child friendly).

Large parking area with both indoor and outdoor parking. Outside is well lit with plenty of exterior lights. Smoke and CO detectors, fire extinguisher, basic first aid.

Local Breweries in Nisswa and Baxter. We recommend the following restaurants of Ernie's on Gull, Sherwood Forest, The Boulder Tap House, Rafferty's Pizza, Commander and A-Pine Family Restaurant.

Only 5 miles away in Nisswa there is Schaefer's Foods local grocery store and Spirits of Nisswa liquor store. You will also find public access to Lower Cullen, West Twin Lake, Nisswa Lake, Lake Hubert, Round Lake, Gull Lake and many more.

Access to the Paul Bunyan Trail is 1.4 miles away. The Paul bunyan Trail is a multi-use recreational rail trail spanning 120-miles and it connects the Heartland Trail, the Blue Ox Trail and the Cuyuna State Trail. You can enjoy biking, rollerblading, walking, geocaching, snowmobiling and running while sightseeing.

Attractions nearby include Nisswa City Park, Mount Ski gull, Brainard Zip Line Tour, Multiple Championship Golf Courses, Brainard International Raceway, Northland Kart County, Pirates Cove Adventure Golf, and many more.

Events to consider this winter in the Nisswa area:

Nisswa City of Lights Celebration November 28th
Family-Friendly Activities for Every Age
Meet Santa Claus, Live Reindeer, Storytelling and Carolers, Bonfires and Treats, Food Trucks, and The Fireworks Finale: A Spectacular Holiday Highlight
Every tree, fence, and building in Downtown Nisswa is meticulously decorated, creating a picturesque winter wonderland.

Snowmobiling
Explore Minnesota’s splendor as you cruise hundreds of miles of groomed trails in our winter wonderland.
The Cottage is conveniently located next to the trails and only minutes from downtown Nisswa and Pequot Lakes! From here, you can access hundreds of miles of groomed trails, including the beautiful Paul Bunyan trail, complete with mile markers, town locations, restaurants, and fuel stop signage. You can start your adventure right from the Cottage and ride the ditches 1.4 miles to the Paul Bunyan Trail or tow away on a trailer.

Motion activated Nest doorbell camera located on the front door with coverage of front porch, walkway and driveway.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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

About the area

Nisswa

Located in Nisswa, this holiday home is near theme parks. Fritz Loven Park and Nisswa City Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gull Lake and Mississippi River. MN Surf Co and Nisswa Family Fun Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nisswa, MN

What's nearby

  • MN Surf Co - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Nisswa City Park - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Nisswa Family Fun Center - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • The Pines Golf Course - 9 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Gull Lake - 11 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Barajas Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Freddy's Grille - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar Harbor Supper Club - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage Charm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage Charm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage Charm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage Charm located?

Situated in Nisswa, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Fritz Loven Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of MN Surf Co and Nisswa City Park. Pequot Lakes Dog Park and Nisswa Family Fun Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Haley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was a great place to stay! Super cute and cozy and big enough for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really awesome property. Quiet and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis L., Dundas

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

Great place

The house is beautiful and the bed was so comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

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

Family celebration

Great property made for an exceptional weekend for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt A.

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

Great cabin

Came up for the races at BIR. Cabin is laid out very well and the 4 real beds is a huge plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niall S.

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

Great cottage

It’s a beautiful home; I only wish I got to use the property more in my short time there. I would absolutely stay there again if I was going to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry Y.

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

Beautiful home and location

Very nice comfortable place. Clean and organized. Modern home. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon R.

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

Quick Lake Break

Beautiful stay in a wonderful property. Everything just as we expected. Great private location, wonderful layout, and thoughtful touches everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Wedding weekend

We rented the cottage for a weekend to attend a wedding. It was peaceful and clean! We went for a walk and enjoyed the seclusion. Enjoyed our time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Awesome Property. Great Property Owners

Needed a cabin for my family to stay at for the weekend. This house has even more space than photos show and all the bells and whistles you would want. Great private drive. Safe, secure and 5 stars!! Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

4th or July

We had a really great stay! This cabin is in a Great location to be out of town and have privacy, but easy to go into Nisswa, Breezy, Pequot, etc…we kept busy! The layout was great for our 2 families (4 adults, 3 kids under 10). Would recommend shades for the daybed setup area. We were surprised at the fully stocked kitchen and had everything we needed. Was a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy T.

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

A peaceful, serene getaway

My husband and I, along with some very good friends, enjoyed a short but very relaxing stay. The setting is so peaceful. The neighborhood is quiet and safe. The house has everything you’d need. Better yet, it is just a short drive into Nisswa where we relished all of the little boutiques and unique shopping experiences. And there are numerous restaurants, bars and breweries in the event that shopping makes you hungry and thirsty. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd VRBO property we've stayed for our annual golf trips. Two years in Biwabik MN and this year Nisswa MN. Both excellent, this one being a free standing residential home. Couldn't have asked for better. Very roomey one level private setting etc etc etc. Property owner/manager very responsive. We'll consider it again on return to Nisswa. THANK YOU!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house. Evrey thing worked and was in good condotion
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candee K.

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

Wow!!

This VRBO impressed us the moment we turned into the driveway. Tucked away in a wooded area. From the moment we walked in, it felt like home. It was extremely clean. It was also a perfect location for us to restaurants and shopping. We could not have picked a better place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara E.

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

Great Getaway!

This was the perfect place for our two families to stay stay for a few days. It was clean, comfortable, and close to a lake for a day of boating. Thanks for the great cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce A.

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

Comfortable Cottage

The property was as advertised. Very nice & clean. The only improvement I would suggest is another fan as only the Master bedroom had AC. The other 2 bedrooms did not have AC. We stayed on one of the hottest weekends of the year & only had one fan which made the third bedroom warm & stagnant. Everything else about the property was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

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

Great VRBO in lakes country

Had a great experience. Initially the doorcode did not work but was let in promptly and everything was smooth sailing from there. Would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo B.

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

Great place fir a family get together.

Although it was a rain out, it was a great place for a family get together.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maya J.

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

Everything we wanted!

Property was clean and stocked with everything we could have needed. Close to downtown Nisswa and all the fun activities we wanted to enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol V.

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

Girls weekend

We came up for the Christmas/Fall house tours. The donation to the food shelf was worth it. The 6 of us always have a fun time. Weather was very nice but a little windy but we did not complain. We will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Megan L.

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

Unreasonable Charge

We stayed for two nights while in the area for a wedding. The house was as pictured and the location was nice. While there, a piece of a plastic bowl broke off while we were mixing in it. We put the pieces in the garbage and continued making breakfast. The day after our stay, I received an email from VRBO saying I had a new charge. Confused, I opened the email and found the following explanation from the host: "Broken bowl and missing coasters. Bowl was found in the garbage. Renter did not notify me of any damage." Without any prior notification or attempt at understanding, she charged us $60 for the broken plastic mixing bowl and then additionally accused us of stealing coasters? And dug through all our trash? The entire thing is strange and honestly insulting. I'm in the process of disputing the charge with VRBO. We are extremely careful to treat properties with respect, follow host rules, and ensure we leave the place as we found it, just as we did at this location. I find it unreasonable that there was no communication prior to the charge as had she reached out, we could have discussed the reimbursement of the bowl. As for the coasters, I don't even know what to say about that as we didn't pay any attention to them, let alone steal them. Overall, I would recommend looking elsewhere to prevent finding yourself in this totally unexpected and unsettling situation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mary D.

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

Stay Review

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

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

Nisswa

Excellent experience! Only thing missing was cable tv. We like to see the news and we are not streamers. Other than that, it was a fantastic home that met all our needs. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

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

Great, cozy place!

House was everything we expected from the listing. Very comfortable, plenty of space for everyone to sit and be comfortable. Also, plenty of garage space to park in at night to keep everything secure. Will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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