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Root River Retreat

Vacation home in Preston with kitchenette

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In the heart of Preston, this newly renovated lower level offers a private entrance, perfect for wedding guests and concert goers. With a living area featuring TV/Netflix and amenities like fridge, microwave, coffee pot and toaster nearby attractions such as Lanesboro (6 miles away) Forestville State Park are easily accessible.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Root River Retreat

Newly renovated lower level in the heart of Preston. 2 bedrooms, living area with private entrance.TV/Netflix. Fridge, microwave,coffee pot and toaster. Garage for bikes, snowmobiles!

Perfect for wedding guests,&concert goers. So much to see and do in SE Minnesota! Biking,Fishing,Hiking and Golf. Lanesboro is 6 miles away. Across the street from Branding Iron Supper Club. Feel free to use garage space for bikes as well. Forestville State Park 15 mn away!Perfect for snowmobiling with a heated garage you are welcome to use. I really try to be accommodating, so message me with any last minute reservations and I will see if Ican make it work!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Preston, MN

What's nearby

  • Root River - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Forestville Mystery Cave State Park - 22 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus - 50 min drive - 68.4 km
  • Mayo Civic Center - 51 min drive - 65.2 km
  • Mayo Clinic - 51 min drive - 65.2 km

Getting around

  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweet Stop & Sandwich Shop - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪B&B Olympic Bowl - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Trout City Brewing - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Branding Iron Supper Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Beaver Bottom Saloon - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Root River Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Root River Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Root River Retreat located?

Situated in Preston, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Root River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Old Barn Resort Course and Forestville Mystery Cave State Park. Sylvan Park and Lanesboro Historical Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Root River Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was clean and the property owner was very nice and easy to work with! Very nice neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad D.

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

Great location

Nice place and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D.

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

Perfect for Bicyclists

Clean, comfortable (great mattresses/pillows), safe, 2 bedroom, garage. Close to Root River beautiful paved bicycle/hiking trail and good restaurants/shops.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Great location near root river trail

Nice place, good location. Lori was a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

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

Clean, quiet, and comfortable!

We had a great stay. The listing was accurate and served us well for our stay. Lori was an excellent communicator. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Di W.

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

Biking

Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Lovely Get Away

This was the perfect location for us to enjoy the areas offerings - biking, shopping, parade (in nearby Harmony), etc. We appreciated the simple check-in, welcoming atmosphere (complete with cookies), and clean and beautifully decorated space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Very Nice Place!

We were needing a place to stay in the area for business. This place was the only thing available at the time and ended up being a great place to stay. The Host was very easy to work with and very welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Great space and location

My wife and visited for a weekend of exploring the area. This was a great home base for car and bicycle based trips. Space itself is great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becca W.

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

Long Family Weekend

The neighborhood was quiet and great location to visit the many attractions in the area. We went to Lanesboro & Mystery Cave, and this was the perfect middle location. We ate lunch at B&B Bowling and it was great! Highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody K.

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

Awesome!

I came to the area for biking, it was very hot and coming back here was so nice and relaxing! Located in a quiet neighborhood, close to anything you would need. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

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

Fishing trip

Very accommodating and flexible with quiet atmosphere. Definitely will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn W.

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

Driftless Area Motorcycle Visit

This VRBO was a wonderful retreat while we where in the area motorcycling. Our host, Lori, even allowed us to park our motorcycles in the garage to protect them overnight from the weather. We would certainly stay with Lori again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

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

Welcoming, Comfortable and Clean

Very welcoming, comfortable and clean. Beds were very comfortable. Access to bike trails nearby. Host was incredibly professional, kind and knowledgeable of area. Will definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

CAROLYN W.

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

Very cute place

Very cute and very clean place to stay. The beds were very comfortable and so were the pillows. No need to bring your own pillows. There is no oven, but we brought food that we could just microwave. We brought a cooler for our beverages as the refrigerator is smaller which worked out just fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith F.

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

Great location!

The space was clean, well appointed, and close to lots of things to do. Lori was very communicative and provided great instructions on accessing the property. It went very smoothly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Gary N.

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

ROOT RIVER

Very nice comfortable stay in Preston. We enjoyed biking the local trails. I rated the property 4 stars, but it was probably a 4.5. We would definitely return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

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

Clean, cozy, and convenient.

We came to ride the bike trails and had a wonderful stay! Clear communication, clean and comfortable accommodations. We had everything we needed for our bike adventuring:)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce J.

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

Bike trip

We loved our weekend getaway, and we loved our place. It had everything we needed, the location was perfect, and the price was affordable. My ten year old granddaughter thought it was the best ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita H.

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

Comfortable and convenient

This place is great. Very quiet. Nicely furnished. Great cookies upon arrival. Nice cold water bottles in the frig and plenty of coffee. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn J.

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

Great stay, Great Host

We had a great visit to the area for some biking along the Root River trail. The location was good - a short drive from a number of the small towns in the area. Lori was a great host. She provided a wonderful, clean place. The beds were comfortable, she had lots of information about the area, and provided some wonderful treats and basics for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin i.

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

Cuter than the pictured!

Lori’s decor is super cute and her extra touches were much appreciated. Welcome gift, coffee pods, coffee cream, cold drinks in the fridge, shampoo and conditioner. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

South Eastern MN Gem

The property could not have been more perfect. We had everything we needed and Lori went above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable. The location was convenient to many amenities and fun things to do. If you’re looking for a place to stay that has all the comforts of home this is the place for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Skip M.

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

Clean and cozy

We really liked the location and quietness of this rental. Lori gives nice attention to detail, even welcome cookies and cold water in the fridge! We could easily jump on the bike path across town. Also not too far from trout fishing streams. We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Exactly what we needed!

We needed a place to crash before and after a wedding and it was perfect! Lori was very quick to respond to my messages and she was very considerate for our need to check in early. Strongly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023