Pet-Friendly Cabin Retreat: Walk to Lake Pepin!

Reviews

• Weekend getaway during 100 mile garage sales

  5/5

  Very nice. Served our purpose.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

• Nice spot

  5/5

  This cabin was a good bunking place for our adventures in the area. The beds were comfortable and there were board games to play besides the foosball table.

• Great space, great location

  5/5

  This place was exactly what we were looking for on a fall getaway. Great drives, great views and great hiking within minutes of the property. The shed was fully finished and furnished with great bedrooms and a nice kitchen/family area centered around a fun fire place, with no tv - the way it’s supposed to be up north. Robin was proactively in contact with us to ensure we had everything we needed, and the check in and check out processes were quick and easy. We would stay here again!

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

• Nice

  5/5

  My friends and I really enjoyed our stay here. The home was clean, beds and furnishings were comfortable, and the hosts were very accommodating. It's well located near local shops. Feels secluded with all the trees surrounding the property. About the trains: yes, there are trains close by and the horns can be heard inside with the windows closed, however, we weren't bothered by them. We liked this property and would stay here again. We've already recommended it to friends.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

• Loud Trains!

  3/5

  The living quarters were nice and clean, as advertised in the listing. Fairly close to towns but far enough away to avoid the tourists. Tap water has a heavy sulfur odor, but some bottles of water were provided for drinking. Garage door was out of order, so we didn't get to open it up to enjoy the screened room concept we were looking forward to. But the biggest disappointment was how loud this property is. It's advertised as a relaxing retreat in the woods. They forgot to mention that there is a train crossing about 100 yards away. With a rural crossing, you not only get the train noise and light shining into the yard, but you get 3 horn blasts plus the loud clanking of the crossing arms. A relaxing night by the fire was interrupted by this several times an hour. And yes, you can definitely hear it from inside even with the windows closed. If you book this property knowing to expect this, it's probably a 5 star. However, if your goal is peaceful evenings and a quiet night's sleep, you, too, will be disappointed.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

  Manager's Response:

  Owner's response: "Dan, We appreciate that you found the home clean and as advertised. We think the location is perfect not too close and not too far.
  - We do have verbiage in the property details that there is a train crossing nearby. The noise is part of the ambiance of the home, and the distant whistle makes us envious of those who travel in the old way. We also provide sound machines in each bedroom to help reduce the noise from the train.
  - We gave details of the water in the welcome packet we sent via email before you arrived at the home. The water is safe to drink and use for all needs. We also provide bottled water for you to drink.
  - The open garage door concept is not in the listing, and it is closed. We are planning on the open feature for next year, it will be an upgrade and improvement.
  
  Thank you for your feedback, we do all we can to make the best possible stay, and we look forward to this property hosting many satisfied guests. We will continue to deliver the 5-star experiences we are known for."