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40 Acre Wooded Retreat Overlooking Lake Pepin with Lakefront

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Exterior detail
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Maiden Rock, WI
  • Lake Pepin
    1 min walk
  • Rush River Delta State Natural Area
    3 min walk
  • Maiden Rock Winery & Cidery
    12 min drive

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About the area

Maiden Rock

When you stay at this cottage in Maiden Rock, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Mississippi River and Lake Pepin. .This beach cottage is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Rush River Delta State Natural Area and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Maiden Rock Village Hall.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Pepin - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Maiden Rock Winery & Cidery - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Sheldon Theatre of Performing Arts - 20 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Treasure Island Casino - 36 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Frontenac State Park - 37 min drive - 41.7 km

Getting around

  • Red Wing Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chef Shack Bay City - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Whistle Stop - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Bay Town Bar-Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Six String Saloon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪B Wells Bar - ‬32 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

40 Acre Wooded Retreat Overlooking Lake Pepin with Lakefront

"Lion Downe" cottage, the perfect get-away with all the extras (new large hot tub, free WIFI, satellite, firewood, etc.) , located in the heart of the Rush River Valley, along the scenic Mississippi corridor with brand new large hot tub and expanded deck with unparalleled views of Lake Pepin and the surrounding majestic bluffs.

Stunning log home, as featured in Log Home Living Magazine, is nestled in the bluffs, with breathtaking views of Lake Pepin from every room in the house, and from the large deck. The serenity and cozy feeling is accentuated from the surrounding 40 acres of private majestic hard wood forest. 660 foot of lake frontage, easily accessible from the lake (but not from cottage up in bluffs), with variable sandy beach depending on the season. Located 13 miles downriver of Red Wing, near the Wisconsin Villages of Maiden Rock, Stockholm and Pepin. Just 60 minutes from Minneapolis/St. Paul international airport.

Fishing, hunting, hiking, biking, bird watching and relaxation right out side your back door. Shopping, fine restaurants, and quaint small towns with antiques, arts, crafts, and frequent festivals all within a short, pleasant drive along the lake shore.

Keywords: Cabin, Cottage, Sanctuary, house, home, lake home, hot tub, secluded, private, lakefront, riverfront, view, flat
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a water park and a spa tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Rob Weinmann

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Jetted
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please ask, will occ. allow pets, $25/pet/day

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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: 35
Note from host: $250-$500 per event, max 20 guests
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 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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

40 Acre Wooded Retreat Overlooking Lake Pepin Lakefront
40 Acre Wood Retreat Overlook

40 Acre Wooded Retreat Overlooking Lake Pepin with Lakefront Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 330 out of 366 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 366 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 366 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 366 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Phenomenal!!!
We had an 8 party girls weekend and I must say this place was spectacular! Plenty of places to sleep, enough bathrooms to go around, kitchen and dining area were a hit for our large group. The view overlooking the river; speechless. Of course the hot tub was a huge hit. We are all very pleased with the property and the communication with the owners was beyond exceptional! Will definitely keep this place favorited in my listings!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

George F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very unhappy,,!
The general place was as stated ,beautiful over the bluffs . We rented cabin for over look and hot tub to enjoy a vacation . When it can to hot tub it was nothing more than tub hot water , jets didn't work at all , when you turned on jets water shot up in air one seat had jets . So at this time cabin was over price hot tub is junk . Looking for a refund !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding place!
Beautiful place with stunning views!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne P.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A piece of heaven
Second time coming to Lion Downe. The house, views and location are exceptional. Love the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, peaceful and relaxing.
The overlook from the deck as beautiful. Plenty of room inside and out for great family games and face time. I would recommend to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
This is a wonderful property. The views are gorgeous! Good communications with host. We had a great time with family. My advice is to carefully review the sleeping arrangements listed for the property and ask questions to ensure the beds/bedrooms will meet your party’s needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin L., Saint Paul, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular!
Turning 70 here was the best birthday I’ve ever had! The whole property is clean, comfy, and so fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Cottage and Views!
Ten women came to spend a relaxing and fun 3 days at Lion Downe’s Cottage. Our expectations were beyond exceeded! From the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape and stunning views, to the absolute gorgeous cottage, which was just as listed and accurately matched the photos. We couldn’t have had a more fabulous time! We loved the deck and we sooo loved the screened in room downstairs. One minor little detail that did not make a difference but thought you might like to know: there were only 7 or 8 forks total, and there were 10 of us. You might want to add a few more. Thank you Rob and Heather for sharing your beautiful home with us. We plan on coming back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelika H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our “Seven Sisters” Getaway
We (7 best friends) so thoroughly enjoyed the gorgeous cottage with the billion-dollar view!!! Everything - from the charm, quality, and decor of the cottage, to the extremely comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, extra towels, board games and books, and tons of cozy lap blankies, was absolutely TOP NOTCH. And the best part? Hot-tubbing under the infinite, sparkling stars. Some of us had never seen so many stars in our lives. What a treasure of a place. The memories we’ve made here we will never forget. THANK YOU. 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lion Downe Cottage
We recently rented Lion Downe Cottage for our book club annual getaway. What an amazing property and view!! We thoroughly enjoyed the deck and group living space and there were plenty of bathrooms for a group of 8 women. We did need to shuffle sleeping arrangements as we have several older members that were uncomfortable with the access, but the younguns were able to take those beds. The kitchen was well-appointed and the game closet fully loaded. Would definitely choose this property again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wondefully Magical Stay!
We had a fantastic bachelorette trip this past weekend! The house is absolutely beautifyl
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ty H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maiden Rock Weekend
Beautiful place. The view overlooking Lake Pepin was amazing, you’ll see barges, tankers and other boats. Great for bird watching. Great layout to the spot. Host was very generous and left a bottle of wine for us. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surreal location
Perfect spot for us, two couples and an English setter. Very clean, crazy cool view, and so incredibly private. Lots to see and do within 30 or so minutes. Great amenities. Really enjoyed the screened room downstairs, the architecture, and I’ll say it again - the view.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our weekend at the cottage
this is a great property. Very beautiful, deck was amazing. Cottage was very clean, organized. Everything we needed was there. One negative, the sleeping arrangements. One bed was in a closet. The two beds with the ladder was not used. Two hard to navigate. A great place for 6 adults.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday/retirement celebration
The visit was hindered by bad weather, but everything else was outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Korey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Place was incredible and one of the most relaxing places I’ve ever been. Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

greg m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible
6 weeks in a row I have rented a place Tuesday - Thursday and stayed in Many Million dollar homes! This was the best! Loved biking and the View beats any I have seen! Thank you - 10 Eagles at one time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A magical place to stay
This is such a special property & I highly recommend staying here! The view is incredible, the home is beautiful & the excellent hosts provide everything you need for a comfortable stay. My family & I had a fabulous time staying here while in the area for a wedding. My thanks again, Rob & Heather, for your gracious hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Cabin Weekend
We had a wonderful time at the Lions Downe cabin, beautiful and expansive views up and down the river, hot tub for relaxing conversation at sun down, huge kitchen and living areas for having meals and playing games. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Loved our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Laura V., Minneapolis

Beautiful Location, Communicative Hosts, experienced some bug Issues.
Beautiful location with a gorgeous view of the river. The cabin has many nice amenities. They even left us a gift of local cider and wine! Kitchen was stocked with everything needed to cook your own meals during your stay. Fireplace was nice and cozy for the evenings. Hosts were communicative. Hot tub was not heating up one evening but hosts got back to us right away with suggestions on how to resolve the issue. We forgot an item at the cabin and the hosts were kind enough to mail it back to us no charge. The only reason I rated a 3 of 5 was due to an issue we experienced with one of the beds. A friend who stayed in one of the loft beds woke up with numerous bites all over her body. She found a bug that appeared to be a bed bug. We immediately reported it to the host and all guests checked their homes to see if it could have been brought in. Unfortunately, it appears to have originated from the cabin . Host advised they would have their pest control come out to investigate and address it. Upon request, they provided a 50% refund and apologized for the inconvenience. Had it not been for the bugs, would have rated 5 stars. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L., Minneapolis, MN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Lovely Stay
Our same foursome and two dogs choose to visit again as we did the previous January. The cottage is perfect for a close getaway from the Twin Cities and makes for a relaxing winter break to read by the fire, hang out, play games and share meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Escape
This was our fourth time staying at Lion Downe and it was excellent as always. This year, due to the unseasonably warm weather, we got to try out some of the amazing hiking trails in Red Wing. The log cabin is unique and that is exactly what we look for in a vacation rental. The hot tub views overlooking Lake Pepin are second to none. The cabin was clean and kitchen fully stocked for our fancy meal making. Communication with the owners is prompt and they are very helpful if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024