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Historic 1880s Home

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and jetted bathtub

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Exterior
Smart TV, books
Interior
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Nestled in the St. Croix Valley, Osceola's most historic estate offers a tranquil retreat. Savor coffee on the front porch, unwind with board games or a soak in the jetted tub, and enjoy BBQ equipment and toiletries for your convenience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8171 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 582
AED 736 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic 1880s Home

Voted 2021 and 2023 Readers’ Choice Best Bed and Breakfast of the Valley by the Sun Country Messenger!

Perfect for those who appreciate yesterday’s handiwork, this spacious 1880s home is truly one of a kind built by pioneering Dr. Combacker. Slow down and relish in yesteryear as you sip coffee in a front porch rocker, bird watch from the bay window, or take a long soak in the jetted tub.

Loaded with more than the essentials, we offer a full kitchen, bbq equipment, and toiletries. Besides being close to outdoor recreation and downtown, you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained here from board games, puzzles, cards, and reading material to a big backyard with an outdoor fire pit.

Wonderfully nestled in the St. Croix Valley, this home’s location will not disappoint. You’ll be a short distance from all that the Twin Cities has to offer, a brief walk away from beautiful downtown Osceola, and close enough to explore the great outdoors. Come spend a night away yet within arm’s reach of it all at Osceola’s most historic estate.

Please note this is a duplex and there is potential for noise. We live in the adjacent unit and have two young children who like to do child things. We do our best to be respectful of our guests by keeping noise and activity at a minimum, and we give our guests first priority in shared outdoor spaces.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Not allowed anywhere on property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,846 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Store extra beds
Turn off the lights
Clean dishes
Clean unnecessary messes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please do not wear shoes in the home.
Clean dirty dishes and unnecessary messes before leaving. Excess trash & recycling can be put in the bins next to the garage.
$25 convenience fee for early check-ins and late check-outs.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Feel free to ask about child friendly gear & toys!

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not allowed anywhere on property

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Historic 1890s Estate
Historic 1880s Home Osceola
Historic 1880s Home Private vacation home
Historic 1880s Home Private vacation home Osceola

About the neighborhood

Map
Osceola, WI

What's nearby

  • Saint Croix River - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Trollhaugen - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Interstate State Park - 16 min drive - 16.8 km
  • St Croix National Scenic Riverway - 17 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skolhaugen Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Augies Woodhill Saloon & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shafer Saloon Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tippy Canoes - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 1880s Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic 1880s Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 1880s Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic 1880s Home located?

This family-friendly Osceola vacation home is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Riverwood Canoe and Saint Croix River. Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.

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Reviews

Historic 1880s Home Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Property was all and more as it was described on VRBO! Very clean, spacious and comfortable for a friend's weekend. Would highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Great stay!

We stayed here for just one night as we were in town for a family wedding. The communication leading up to the stay with Allison was great, the check-in process easy, the home was clean and the beds comfortable. I would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaVonne G.

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

Loved staying here. Beautiful home

Loved staying here. Only thing better would be Handicap ramp to house and hand bar in main floor bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at your house. After the fact we’d only request another fan for the bedroom and hope we weren’t too noisy for our neighbors, we don’t get together often enough. Never heard a peep from our neighbors. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time in this lovely and comfortable home. It was the perfect place for our family gathering. The bedroom and bathroom on the main floor worked well for my older mother. Kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals. Host was a great communicator. There is a full grocery store just a few blocks away. Parking was easy. Lots of board games available for us to play. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

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

Great place to stay!

Very clean and comfortable. It was located near to everywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette E.

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

Biking trip last night stay

Wonderful accommodation in a pleasant town and neighborhood. Hope to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ella l.

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

Historical house

Beautiful home and such a wonderful location to everything we wanted to see. We had an awesome time visiting and putting puzzles together. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calvin S.

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

Perfect Location

Accurate listing, 5-10 min drive to Trollhaugen Skiing, 2 min walk from grocery store. Very clean and more than enough bathroom products, and a coffee machine!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hether S.

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

Quick overnight stay

This property was great. Awesome character to the home. The host Allison was very prompt with responses and the house was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

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

Wished we could have stayed longer!

We were at this property only one night and we wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Osceola trip

Beautiful property. Close to downtown but, very quiet. Owner is wonderful to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Family weekend

Beautiful home. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Small town vacation

The house was very convenient for getting around Osceola, and it was easy to get to multiple outdoor activities in the surrounding area. The house was very clean. The neighborhood was quiet. The kids loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer s., Marengo

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

Sisters birthday celebration

Dr. Comebacker 1880 house was the perfect base for our weekend. It has everything you need for a stay away from home and Allison is very responsive if you need anything. Osceola is a quaint little town withany cute shops within walking distance of the rental house. I would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

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

Fall Hiking

Just as advertised. No complaints. Quiet and good location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andee P.

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

Cute town with proximity to two ski areas

Stayed at this cute historic house with kids who appreciated the supply of board games. Easy drive to both Trollhaugen and Wild Mountain for skiing. Walked to Watershed Cafe for dinner and a peek at the falls. Keypad for easy checkin.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Old, but nice !

Believe the 5.0 ratings. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richelle T.

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

Historic gem, centrally located but quiet

The period decor, attention to detail, and comfort of this property made it a lovely place to return to each night. We appreciated the many thoughtful touches and easy communication with Allison before and during our stay. Trust the listing description, the photos, and the reviews - they're quite accurate. Glad Allison and her family choose to make this home available for visitors to Osceola!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Everett L.

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

Historic 1850s House

We enjoyed the time spent in this historic town. The home had an antique setting with a settee and Victorian furniture. We enjoyed evenings sitting in that are watching the wildlife. Also enjoyed the walking tour and see the old Methodist-Episcopal Church and the recently remodeled Baptist Church. Fantastic, friendly community.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britany L.

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

Would I stay here again? Heck yes I would!

Allison is amazing!!!! The house is amazing!!!! Do I need to say anymore, no, but I’m going to! Check in was was easy peasy! We had questions about art work, she had not only the knowledge, but super fast responses! I can’t wait for another wine night out to be able to stay in this fabulous 1880s home!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Stacy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice place to stay.

The stay was nice but the post is deceiving. I thought I was getting the entire property, not just half of the house. The house was clean and tidy but the neighbors were very loud. You could often hear loud banging and loud voices at different times during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Rebecca J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet family neighborhood

Accurate listing of property. Needs some more attention to detail; upstairs bathroom closet and door, yard care- yard sale??? That could have waited Bathroom door on main level doesn’t close correctly. More sound proofing between units. Garbage and recycling bins full.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie L.

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

Family Bonding at 1880s Home

This home was perfect for our families' stay. We had a little difficulty with the front door entry keypad. It seemed to have it's own mind in sometimes opening and sometimes not!! When it wouldn't we went around the house and entered through the kitchen door which always worked. We had quite a group staying with only the 2 bathrooms but...no problem...we worked all that out and it ran smoothly. The beds and pillows were so comfortable. We slept like babies. Only one in our group had a problem keeping the inflatable bed aired up all night. Hopefully that problem will be attended to before the next group needs it! We found the layout of the main dining and living areas made it very easy to have everyone chit chatting together in one space. The long dining table provided a great area to eat and play games. The kitchen is small but very useable and all that we needed for cooking was provided well. We did use the grill and charcoal and matches were there at our fingertips! We would have loved to have had a campfire and enjoyed the garden area more...but...weather did not cooperate. There were piles of wood close by to use. Everyone loved the home (front porch could use a little paint to add to the charm) We were pleased with our stay. We were able to walk to the shops downtown in minutes and enjoy this cute town with the coffee/sandwich shop by the waterfalls, antique shops with icecream, boutiques, candy store and grocery store within blocks. We loved it! (And would come again!)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda W.

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

Sister Trip

Enjoy the place very historical. It could use a lamp in the living room by sofa for reading and shades on windows for privacy in evening. Beds were comfortable. A well supply kitchen with everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023