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On the water in the Historic Heart of Ranier, Minnesota

On the water in the Historic Heart of Ranier, Minnesota

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Watch the villagers go by from the rocking chair front porch
Reflection of the sunset from the lakeside
Twilight from the dock, including slips for your personal or rented boat/pontoon
Historic artist rendering of the house in the 1930s
On a clear night, you can see the Milky Way

Overview of On the water in the Historic Heart of Ranier, Minnesota

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 660 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
International Falls, MN
  • Popular LocationSmokey Bear Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Thomas Aquinas Parish6 min drive
  • AirportInternational Falls, MN (INL-Falls Intl.)9 min drive
  • Popular LocationVoyageurs National Park13 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bath

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

Half Bath, with toilet & sink

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

On the water in the Historic Heart of Ranier, Minnesota

With sweeping views from the deck or dock, the Mermaid Landing (1/2 of the Shabby Chic Lake House duplex, owner does not live on site, but has the Mermaid Loft upstairs for their use when they happen to be in town & sometimes for friends wanting a special vacation) is sure to be your favorite spot for relaxation and fun. This downstairs unit has one tub/shower bathroom and an additional 1/2 bath. It sleeps up to 6 on three double beds in three separate rooms (2 bedrooms and a sleeping porch with a pullout). There's also a large corner sofa that could sleep a couple kids. The bedrooms are on the small side, but we were able to fit 2 separate bedrooms and a full bath plus a 1/2 bath without sacrificing a living room, full kitchen, dining area, and porch area for a pullout bed. Other than peak season, the Mermaid Landing usually rents for around the same price as a hotel room.. The beds are high enough off the ground to easily accommodate suitcases underneath and there is a hanging bar attached to the bed.
It has a full gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances, glassware and dishes and any thing you need to cook, Keurig coffee maker with variety of pods, gas grill, patio furniture and umbrella, deck and dock, sand beach swim area, free wifi, cable, smart tv, ( in season and when available; 2-5 bikes(bike to town on the bike trail for your morning latte), 4 k kayaks, two stand up paddle boards, fishing rods and tackle (you'll need to get a fishing license)), 100% cotton bed linens and bath towels, beach towels, dock blankets, washer and dryer in house, and more. Just step off the rocking chair front porch and you're almost at Loony's Brew Pub (formerly Woody's). The Rainy Lake Grill Restaurant is 1 block and the Ranier Municipality (on and off sale) is 2 blocks and Tara's Wharf's Ice Cream shop is across the alley. The Cantilever Hotel, distillery and restaurant is across the street.
During the summer months, a couple of times per month, our little village is lucky enough to have Loony's host a live band(I haven't heard a bad one yet!). Loony's deck is next door to the Shabby Chic Lake House and so if you happen to catch one of these nights, you will probably hear the music until 11 or even midnight sometimes, especially if it's a nice night and you have your windows open. During our annual Ranier Daze festival that falls on the 2nd week of August, there will definitely be a band. July 01st is the Canadian Independence Day and fireworks that can be seen in Ranier usually bring a fun night in our little village.

Property manager

Geoffrey Tarr
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
With prior approval from owner

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
With prior approval & non refundable deposit

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ranier

Located in Ranier, this vacation home is on the beach. The River Golf Course and Kitchen Creek Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Voyageurs National Park and Rainy Lake Visitor Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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International Falls, MN

What's nearby

  • Bronko Nagurski Museum - 6 min drive
  • Smokey Bear Park - 6 min drive
  • St. Thomas Aquinas Parish - 6 min drive
  • Voyageurs National Park - 13 min drive
  • Rainy Lake Visitor Center - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • International Falls, MN (INL-Falls Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hardee's - 8 min drive
  • La Place Rendez-Vous Hotel - 10 min drive
  • Border Bar Pizza Parlor - 5 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 8 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly Recommended House!
The property description is completely accurate. The sheets, towels, linens are top notch. The neighborhood is welcoming and peaceful. Geoff and Amanda are very responsive and Amy is wonderful! Five Stars!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
My wife and I stayed here for a long weekend and were extremely impressed with this space. It was so well done. It actually felt like home. We have stayed at a lot of VRBOs and this one is our new favorite. The fact that it is just steps from the water is a huge bonus as well. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
First of all Geoff and Amy were great at corresponding with me before the visit. They continued to reach out to help me anyway they could. The place was clean and felt like a well stocked home. I enjoyed being right on the lake and next to everything in the small town. I hope to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake life
Great location and great views. Fun swimming and paddleboarding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun
It was so much fun. We started the week with a Cousin Family Reunion. We had a great time fishing and enjoying Rainy Lake. The Mermaid House is in a perfect spot close to Restaurants. I would highly recommend it. We had a wonderful vacation. Cindy Kopplin
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Geoffrey Tarr

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I'm an original Ranier girl, born and raised 3 doors down. I left after high school and became a flight attendant for Delta and have lived full or part time in a variety of places, including Hawaii, New York City, South of France, England, and currently live in the south for 28 years (Atlanta & Chattanooga) and just couldn't find any place like home. My husband and I chose to vacation in Ranier every summer. This house has been vacant since 1950 and when it came for sale, our local realtor/fishing guide extraordinaire friend convinced us (it wasn't hard) to take this historic home on and restore it. After a lot of sweat and love, it's now ready for the world. We decided to make it a duplex so we could have lots of family and friends visit and rent it out as well. (because it needs to be shared:)

Why they chose this property

We built it like it was our home that has loving attention to detail, right down to the dishes. If you are lacking something, please let us know!

What makes this property unique

Step right off the deck onto the dock. We are also right next to the city boat ramp. Sweeping views of sunsets, the night sky, and on many a very lucky night, those magnificent northern lights!

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