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Pet-friendly cottage in the country 15 mn from Mayo Clinic

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Stewartville, MN
  • Apache Mall
    15 min drive
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus
    16 min drive
  • Mayo Clinic
    18 min drive
  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.)
    12 min drive

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About the area

Stewartville

Located in Stewartville, this cottage is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Salem Glen Winery and Salem Town Hall. .This cottage is 12.9 mi (20.7 km) from Mayo Clinic and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus.

What's nearby

  • Apache Mall - 15 min drive
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus - 16 min drive
  • Mayo Clinic - 18 min drive
  • University of Minnesota-Rochester - 19 min drive
  • Mayo Civic Center - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Downunder Bar - ‬11 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.

Pet-friendly cottage in the country 15 mn from Mayo Clinic

A simple and cozy country getaway awaits you just 10-15 minutes from the city. Spend your evenings catching beautiful sunsets, or under the stars by the fire pit It's the perfect setting for roasting marshmallows. Meet our resident hens, roosters, our friendly dog who is part of the family. Pet friendly, don't leave your furry friends behind, they're welcome here!
Conveniently located just 15 minutes from the Mayo Clinic and downtown Rochester, 10 minutes from the Rochester International Airport and I90.

Welcome to the Cottage at Sundog Homestead!

You will be staying in a private one-bedroom loft cottage on a 7-acre hobby farm with lots of wildlife. We have 2 barn cats that roam around. We have 4 roosters, 28 chickens that range freely during the day in our backyard. We sell farm fresh free range eggs for $5 a dozen or $3/half a dozen, please inquire for availability if you would like some during your stay.

The cottage is an updated old grain building separate from our main house (which is yards across). There is ample parking on the property. When we are home, you may see us working on the farm.

The kitchenette has a multifunction air fryer, microwave, toaster, dual brew coffee maker, and a fridge. There is no stove but an electric skillet to cook with. A grill (charcoal and gas) is at your disposition for year-round BBQ. There is a counter top water dispenser with hot and cold water.

The bedroom is up a staircase on the loft level. Be advised that the loft has a low ceiling and may be inconvenient for people over 6 ft. The stairs are steep which could be a problem for people with mobility issues. We have had guests who chose to sleep on the sofa (1 person). It does get hot upstairs in the summer, there is a portable AC and a fan to cool off.

There is plenty of space on the property for your furry friend to explore and run around, no need to keep on a leash! Please inquire if you have more than one dog, extra fee applies. We ask that puppies be crated when left unattended in the cottage.

The house has a septic system, please no wipes or sanitary products can be flushed. Thank you.

Enjoy the stars while soaking in a Scandinavian hybrid wood-fired hot tub and electric sauna! We would like our Mayo Clinic patients and their family to have a place to stay at a reasonable price so we would like to provide the option to use the hot tub and sauna for a pay-as-you-go fee of $15 per day of use. Firewood is available on-site. This option and payment methods are provided upon check-in.

This is a pet-friendly accomodations, be advised if you have allergies to dogs or cats!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a microwave. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
This smoke-free cottage offers games.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Emilie Maxie

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchenette

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 and cats only
1 total pets
Note from host: For extra pet, $20 fee a night

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Pet-friendly cottage in the country 15 mn from Mayo Clinic Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
My husband and I enjoyed a weekend away in a charming cottage that had everything we needed. The amenities made us feel comfortable and pampered. Unfortunately, we didn't have time tontake advantage of the jot tub and sauna. Next time we certainly woll.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay on beautiful farm
The cottage is updated, clean, and well maintained. I stayed for one night on a cross-country drive. I just slept downstairs because I had my dog with me so I can't comment on the loft but the couch was very comfortable. Jeremy was really nice. The pictures don't do the awesome property justice. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P., Port Washington, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing place to stay
My husband and I were in town for appointments at the Mayo Clinic. It was so nice to come back to this relaxing getaway each night after the medical stress. The hosts stocked it with everything we needed and were so nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute & Convenient Location!
This little cottage is in the perfect location, very peaceful in the country, but a short distance from Stewartville or Rochester. Had everything we needed for a weekend stay, including a smart TV & Wi-Fi that we could stream the Olympics on :) it was a very hot weekend & the AC felt great. My husband had to be careful to not hit his head in the bedroom loft area, but was perfect for me (5ft tall). Overall we were very comfortable & would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

joan f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
This was an absolutely lovely cottage in a quiet farm setting. The cottage was beautifully renovated with modern fixtures and excellent Wi-Fi. My dog was also welcomed and had his own amenities provided by the host. Access was easy. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juli M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!!!
Perfect place to get away from the hubbub of the city, yet close enough for Mayo clinic appointments. Quiet and serene spot that our chihuahuas loved. The hosts thought of everything even towels and treats for the pups. we loved our stay there and if we ever find ourselves back in the Rochester area we will book this as our home away from home in a heartbeat! Oh did I mention CLEAN - my first impression was that the cottage must have been recently remodeled. Loved our stay here!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hollis A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
Very clean, cozy cottage. Hosts made sure everything was good with my stay. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So many great things!! This is a perfect place in a very awesome farm setting. It is small, warm and completely comfortable for 1-2 people or if you have pets. I loved it here when i had my trip to Mayo Clinic. It will be my go to every time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loren K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great escape from the city!
Myself, my son and our golden retriever had a great stay! We enjoyed being out in the country and checking out the property together! The cottage was perfect for us and our needs. On one of our morning walks we watched pheasants fly out, from their roost in the pine trees, and into a neighboring field. Turkey and deer tracks were spotted as well. Our Golden Retriever loved the space and running around. When we head to the Rochester area again, we'll be checking if this is available again. Great hosts and a great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024