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"Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and fireplace

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Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Nestled on 44 private acres, The Bungalow offers a serene escape amidst the woods and its own river. Enjoy complete privacy with a romantic fireplace, full kitchen, and huge entertainment room. Explore miles of marked hiking trails along the river or check on horseback riding nearby.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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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.

"Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres

Embark on your own "Walden Pond" adventure and be at one with nature amidst 44 private acres of serene woods with its own river running through it! You will really love it right now! Roads are always clear. Easy 20-minute drive to the Mayo Clinic. Each season brings its own magic: the fiery colors in fall, crunching through snow in the winter, new life in spring and sports and activities in the summer! The 2000 s.f. log home known as 'The Bungalow" offers a romantic fireplace, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, office/bedroom + huge entertainment room. The home is completely equipped with a full kitchen including a dishwasher. Hostess readily available. Enjoy complete privacy after a busy day, hang with friends or family, check on horseback riding at nearby Ironwoodsprings.com. Miles of marked hiking trails along the river. Check with host for special rates for 30 days or more.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,002 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22

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

Rules

Pets that are well behaved and completely house broken are welcome . I charge a one-time fee of $35 for each pet.
Guests can check to see if early check in or late check out is available. We will accommodate you if possible.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Sorry no cats.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Babies and children are permitted

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 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

"walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres House
"walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres Stewartville
"walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres Stewartville

About the neighborhood

Map
Stewartville, MN

What's nearby

  • Root River - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Marcus Rochester Cinema - 11 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Apache Mall - 14 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus - 16 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Mayo Clinic - 18 min drive - 23.4 km

Getting around

  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Los Arcos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Carrs Bar And Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres located?

This family-friendly Stewartville vacation home is located on a river, 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from Root River, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Olmsted County Fairgrounds and Apache Mall. Shops University Square and Mayo Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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"Walden Pond" Adventure Amidst 44 Private Acres Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

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

Memorial Day Getaway!

Beautiful accommodations, great communication, wonderful hiking, campfires and smores! Our third visit and we love it every time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara V.

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

Relaxing stay

It was a perfect location and a very relaxing visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

Excellent

Really enjoyed the stay. It was very relaxing and a lot of fun
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

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

Bungalow review

Efficient check-in. I received a detailed message via VRBO from owner a few days before arrival. The email contained all the information regarding the rental and surrounding area. The directions to the rental made it easy to find. This rental is handicapped accessible with no entry stairs, first floor bedroom and bathroom with easy shower entry. We enjoyed sitting on the deck and enjoying the quiet seclusion.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Lovely Place with Space for Activities

We stayed here for a Girls Getaway, my mom and the three of us sisters. The VRBO was lovely inside and out and functional for all our activities. My mom uses a walker and the floors were level making it easy to get around. A couple days it was raining and storming, so we appreciated the use of the garage and that the VRBO manager kept us informed during the tornado warning. We also liked the central location between Rochester and Lanesboro.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

Wonderful getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at the Bungalow! Great location for a quiet getaway weekend. Great trails for walking. Kids enjoyed feeding Chocolate apples and petting Zippy. Wonderful stay. Would recommend and stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry P.

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

Location, Location

Great location, wonderful stay, So nice to be able to leave Mayo Clinic, and escape to a secluded hideaway. This is our second visit. Barb our host is a pleasure to work with. Would enjoy a return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

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

Beautiful

Wonderful location, full accommodations, great hiking trails...very serene. Great neighbors. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy F.

Outstanding

Great hosts. Beautiful home in a beautiful location
Stayed 48 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katja L.

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

Peaceful nature

We had a wonderful stay and the dogs loved the trails in the woods. Chocolate, the neighbor’s horse was a sweetheart, as was Zippy the other neighbor’s dog! The space was great and we enjoyed having the loft to puzzle in and watch movies. We will be back:)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

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

Perfect Getaway

We had a delightful women’s weekend here. Trails were wonderful for cross country skiing, hiking, and snowshoeing. Clean, cozy place: we hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

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

Awesome Cabin Life

This is a great property, get ready to hike. Will come again. Great communication as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

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

Restore by the Fireplace

Our family loved our stay! The place was perfect for our family of five and dog. We built fires in the fireplace, grilled chicken on the grill, roasted marshmallows over the campfire, took king walks on the trails and played a lot of games of darts. We also enjoyed driving up to Rochester to visit Cafe Aqui. Highly recommend this spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel W.

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

Complete relaxation

Very happy with the quality of the interior of the cabin. Front porch and upstairs seating was an excellent place to have coffee and good discussions
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa H.

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

Beautiful

We had a blast Saw animals and horse in backyard yard daughter had hard time leaving misses chocolate the horse
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

A very private setting

Being on the Christian camp added a lot of Extra activities which was very nice. Were able to go kayaking in Lanesboro .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laurianne F., Rochester, MN

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

Bliss at the Bungalow

Barb’s Bungalow is an absolutely charming property! We stayed for a pre-wedding ladies retreat and couldn’t be happier. We had plenty of space to spread out our yoga mats in front of the wood burning fireplace. The game room upstairs was perfect for relaxing with our books, and we very much enjoyed walking the trails on the property. We can’t wait to come back for another adventure in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tori H.

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

Renewing

What a lovely home and gorgeous location! Even though we had some bitterly cold days, we loved hiking all the trails along the river with our Golden Retreiver. It was so quiet and peaceful. Snow was even removed promptly. This is a place we would love to return to!
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corine C.

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

Family vacation

The Bungalow was the perfect set up for my family of 5 adults and my infant grandson. Great location with hiking trails on private land. We enjoyed eating in Stewartville and Rochester. We also did an escape room while there. I would recommend to pack your slippers for the cold tile on the main floor. Great time with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dixie H.

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

Perfect Family Get-together

Adult siblings joined together with spouses to reconnect and go to a 105 birthday celebration in Stewartville. We hiked and gathered at the bungalow to reconnect since we all lived in different states, it was a perfect place to stay. We loved the nature and all the wildlife that visited. Thank you. It is a very nice environment and place to relax and reconnect. Absolutely perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Beautiful, quiet and everything we needed

This was the perfect home for our family of 4 (3 adults and 1 teen). We had all the supplies we needed. The game room is where we spent most of our time- playing darts and cards. We had a fire out back one night - plenty of wood and beautiful surroundings. We had to contact Barb once and she was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaelynn L.

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

Enjoyed our time at The Bungalow!

This is a really cute property with a well-stocked kitchen (in terms of cooking utensils) and nice places to walk. We loved the wood fireplace. It has a no-step entrance and a bedroom and bath on the first floor. The bathroom entrance is partially blocked by a washer/dryer so a wheelchair can't get through but if you can get yourself down the hall it'll be an accessible getaway! Even equipped with a shower chair! We really liked it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Lovely Place

Lovely home and grounds. Lots of welcome natural light on the ground floor with a cozy sectional upstairs. Miles of hiking trails with access right outside the door. Great communication by the host and the maintenance man after a late season snow storm to ensure we could get out if needed. Unexpected bonus was the spacious off-leash dog park a short drive away in Stewartville just past the grocery store on 20th Street. Tip for others: Our phones’ hot spot internet connections outperformed the wi-fi in the house. Not a big deal for us though. We would return for another stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate N.

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

4women friends

Check in was easy. We parked a car in the very clean garage. Kitchen had everything we needed. Barb got back to us quickly with a question. The area is quiet and private with places to sit outdoors. You could see a horse next door at its stable. The area is beautiful and close to Rochester with its many good restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place for family to gather! Lots of room for kids and adults. I brought food in, everything I needed was there to prepare meals. We had a wonderful time. Thank you very much for your hospitality.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025