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Tiny barn in the woods at Knife Lake Getaway

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Mora, MN
  • Place, Snake River
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Mora Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Library Park
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Common area 1

2 Double Futons

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor play area

About this property

Tiny barn in the woods at Knife Lake Getaway

**Due to the wildfires in Canada, a generator (provided by us) will need to be used for power while we install new batteries that were damaged. This should only take a few short weeks and current guests have said it has not been an issue. We will update this listing when new batteries are finished.

*Look in your rental unit for the Knife Lake Getaway self guided 2023 fall foliage and experience tour, we give you a self guided map of all the best places to enjoy your fall getaway!

Also if you would like to book a horse trail ride with Changing Gaits Inc please let us know in advance so we can get you the contact info to book as they require reservations.

Cosmo's crossing provides an amazing getaway tucked back in the woods where you can reconnect with nature and enjoy all the beauty and adventure northern Minnesota has to offer at this small private campground/ small farm. Mix relaxing in this cozy barn(including heat for chilly spring nights, AC for those hot days) with the adventure of many local state parks, lakes including Mille Lacs and casinos. Enjoy our popular animal tour and meet the goats as well as Zeus our mini cow. Pool on site (closed for the season on labor day). Off grid with full solar. Two heaters for keeping you cozy in the winter. One is run off of the solar, when the temps get really low or solar energy is low there is also a heater run of off diesal fuel. Composting toilet inside as well as water for cooking and hand washing but no shower. Microwave and grill with pot burner for cooking. Two loft beds as well as 2 couches that fold down into beds.

Cozy cabin in the woods with air conditioning and heating nestled back in the woods across a pond on 5 acres of country land. Our family home as well as Kings corner (our second location which is an RV across the pond from you) are also spaced out on the property but your cabin has its very own space, parking for any toys you bring and a large private yard in a beautiful wooded area across the pond with a deck, fire table and grill. Hot day? Relax in the pool located on the property (closed for the season on labor day). This cabin is off grid, full solar with a back up generator ( we provide a gas can for you to use, you provide your own gas if you need it) which has not needed to be used yet but is there just in case. Knife lake 1 mile away and Mille Lacs lake 30 minutes both great for fishing. Paddle boat free to use on pond or rent to use on another lake. Dogs are welcome with pet cleaning fee but must be on leash outside at all times due to the farm animals.

Checkout our page on Facebook Knife lake getaway for events in the area you might be interested in.
Disclaimer**You may rarely hear music from a neighbor usually on weekends. Dock is very sturdy but may feel a little wobbly to those not used to crossing such a long dock without railings, must be comfortable crossing.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

The trash can be brought to the dumpster in 5he driveway please do not leave it sitt8ng outside.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Dogs are welcome with pet cleaning fee but must be on leash outside at all times due to the farm animals.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2814452vb
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: 20
This property uses solar energy, plus 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
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

Mora

Mora is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ann Lake Wildlife Management Area and Tosher Creek Wildlife Management Area, while Kanabec History Center and Hinkley Fire Museum are cultural highlights.
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Mora, MN

What's nearby

  • Snake River - 6 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Mora Lake - 17 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Library Park - 18 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Mora Public Library - 18 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Mora City Hall - 19 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northwoods Steak House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fittys Pub - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Bowe's Landing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rob's On Knife Lake - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tiny barn in the woods at Knife Lake Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Tiny barn in the woods at Knife Lake Getaway ?

As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tiny barn in the woods at Knife Lake Getaway on 21 May 2026 start from NZ$276, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Tiny barn in the woods at Knife Lake Getaway ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tiny barn in the woods at Knife Lake Getaway ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tiny barn in the woods at Knife Lake Getaway located?

Situated in Mora, this cabin is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Snake River and within 12 miles (20 km) of Mora Lake and FirstLight Health System. Ann Lake Wildlife Management Area and Mora Public Library are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Communication

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Location

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kou C.

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

Nice little getaway

This was a nice little getaway from the cities and enjoy some nature. The host was more than accommodating, any questions we had he answered. It was pretty private and I had my dogs with me and they loved it and got to roam around the cabin too. I would definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2022
Thank you for your review. We enjoyed hosting you guys. Come back any time!
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10/10 Excellent

Anna J.

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

Girls weekend

This tiny barn cabin was the perfect weekend get away for a girl’s weekend. It’s was a great place to sit back and relax. The cabin was cozy and cutely decorated. We enjoyed meeting the farm animals and swimming in the salt water pool. There’s a great cider house near by that offered a food truck and music. The host was very helpful and quick to respond to questions. Great weekend and we would highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Thank you for your review we look forward to seeing you again
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10/10 Excellent

JoJo S.

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

Great Experience

An amazing location. The tiny house is very secluded with plenty of privacy. Clean house, styled very well. The owner was great and prompt with communication. When I needed something, the owner was at the house within 10 minutes with what it was I needed. I will be back again for another awesome getaway. 10/10 recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2022
Thank you for your review. We work very hard to provide an awesome experience for our guests. We appreciate you choosing knife lake getaway for your meeting place
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10/10 Excellent

Sheng V.

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

A break from the city.

We were looking to experience tiny home living with our kids and found Jesse's barn on VRBO. The location was perfect, not too far from home but far enough away from the city lights. Jesse was the perfect host and even helped us jump start our car due to a bad battery at the end of our stay. Our favorite part of the stay was swimming in the pool surrounded by chickens and goats. The barn was tiny like we imagined but was still a perfect size for our family of 5 plus our dog. We will definitely book again. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jeannee H.

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

Pay attention to the fine print

I was getting away from the city for some nice solitude. This property is not ‘at’ Knife lake it is on a small swamp/pond. Upon arrival, I was confused to see the small cabin across a long very old dock with no railing (see fine print). The property did not have a lock on the door, which made me feel very unsafe. When I spoke to the owner (as I left immediately) and explained there was no lock I was told the description didn’t say there would be a lock (fine print) My response: doors have locks. He then explained the property was secluded (maybe thinking my request was silly). My response : exactly. I left to go back home. The exchange confirmed my unsafe feeling. Fast forward 2+ hours he had installed a lock. Expected me to head back up or no money back. Needless to say I didn’t go back. Would not recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2022
I offered to change the lock out to a keyed lock before you left. When you mentioned that you felt unsafe I explained that it would take a couple hours to replace the slide lock with a keyed lock that's when you stated you would like to cancel the reservation and I let you know that you could do that through the app. Later you threatened a bad review because we couldn't give you a refund as you never cancelled the reservation therefor we couldn't fill any of the dates as you kept them blocked from other guests. Remember with your next stay that communication is key and attitude is everything. We wish you the best
Verified

10/10 Excellent

liz A.

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

Great weekend

We had a great time here and enjoyed the experience of a tiny house on a unique property. The manager was really kind and helpful. With state parks close by we had a great fall hike with beauty everywhere
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ella L.

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

Love love loved our stay!!

We absolutely loved our stay here!! Communication with the host was excellent and we loved his hospitality. The cabin was decorated so cute, and sitting on the deck at night was our favorite. We will definitely stay again, and we highly recommend it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy E.

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

Great Getaway!

The location was exactly as described. Communication from the host was fantastic. They were very responsive to messages and even schedule a phone call to review several things before check-in. It was a boys trip. The property was great to explore as well as the surrounding areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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Hosted by Jesse Serfling

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