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Charming Linden Hills Cottage steps from Lake Harriet & Lake Bde Maka Ska

Lakefront vacation home with a water park and a hot tub

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Outdoor spa tub
Interior
Interior
Marina
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lake Harriet Cottage, nestled in vibrant Linden Hills, offers a serene retreat. Enjoy the cozy breakfast nook with views of historic trolleys passing by and explore nearby Lyndale Park Rose Garden or Roberts Bird Sanctuary.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • 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.

Charming Linden Hills Cottage steps from Lake Harriet & Lake Bde Maka Ska

Our lovely 1+ bedroom, 2-level walk-out cottage backs up to prime Minneapolis William Berry Park and is located just 800 feet from the shore of beautiful Lake Harriet. Sip your morning coffee in our cozy breakfast nook and watch the historic trolley go by. Conveniently located in the midst of vibrant Linden Hills, offering many unique shops and fine restaurants, but with a private north woods ambiance. Just out the back door you can arrive at the shore of Lake Harriet in 5 minutes. Enjoy the beach, rent kayaks, canoes, paddle-boats, bikes—enjoy the manicured trails. Just a short distance along the shore you’ll find the exquisite Lyndale Park Rose Garden and the Roberts Bird Sanctuary (see photos).

Fully equipped kitchen plus breakfast nook, LR/DR, entry parlor w/piano. Lower-level family room with comfy sectional, TV/cable/Roku, sweet sleeping nook w/queen-sized mattress . Full-sized stacked washer and dryer on that level. Walk out the back door, cross the patio and have a soak in the luscious hot tub--glorious in winter!

Also just a few blocks from Lake Bde Maka Ska (formerly Lake Calhoun) and a nice bike ride around all the connected city lakes (see map).

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please see our detailed check-out instructions in the manual in your itinerary and on the dining room table.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number LIC114245

About the neighborhood

Map
Minneapolis, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Harriet - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bde Maka Ska - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Minneapolis Convention Center - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Target Field - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • U.S. Bank Stadium - 11 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • West Lake Street Station - 7 min drive
  • St. Paul - Minneapolis Station - 20 min drive
  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bread & Pickle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Le Burger 4304 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wooden Ship Brewing - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Khâluna - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rosalia - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Linden Hills Cottage steps from Lake Harriet & Lake Bde Maka Ska pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Linden Hills Cottage steps from Lake Harriet & Lake Bde Maka Ska?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Linden Hills Cottage steps from Lake Harriet & Lake Bde Maka Ska?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Linden Hills Cottage steps from Lake Harriet & Lake Bde Maka Ska located?

This family-friendly Minneapolis vacation home is located on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Chain of Lakes and Lake Harriet. Lyndale Park and Bde Maka Ska are also within 10 minutes.

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Charming Linden Hills Cottage steps from Lake Harriet & Lake Bde Maka Ska Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna Marie O.

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

Lake Harriet

Great
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Lovely Location, amazing space

If you want something walkable, to everything with a cozy home feeling, this is your place! Enjoyed every moment!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Lovely Stay

We had a nice relaxing stay at the cottage. Everything we needed to cook a meal was available and restaurants and shops in Linden Hills are a short walk away. We loved being so close to Lake Harriet and watching the trolley go by. We loved having our meals in the breakfast nook. The hot tub is a nice amenity but we didn’t have a chance to use it. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Wonderful cottage and location!

Katie and Curt have an amazing place here. Everything was perfect, and hot tub was a nice bonus! We’d definitely stay here again if in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

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

Nice little hideaway

Great location. Loved being near the lake. Charming cottage. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trent M.

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

Great cottage by the lake

This cute little cottage was awesome. Its an older cottage with old wood floors which made it awesome. Definitely would stay there again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Girl weekend getaway!

We had such a nice stay in the cottage. Great location, really nice hosts and that HOT TUB!!! We loved it and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Cute cottage

This cute little cottage is full of personality and the location is perfect for a quiet getaway in the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

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

Comfortable Cozy Cottage.

This little cottage is in a nice area with plenty of things to do.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

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

Quin sentential Minnesota

Woods, water and a lot of outdoor options --- we thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Rebekah F.

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

Cute cottage by Lake Harriet

We stayed a few days over Christmas! The location is great and the hot tub was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana N.

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

Great place!

Cozy cottage nestled in a wooded neighborhood. Just lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake M.

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

Amazing hide away in Minneapolis

Our stay was wonderful. The property feels like a beautiful secret cabin hidden inside of the big city. The house was clean and exactly as described in the listing. Working with the owner was a breeze. We had a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy & Cynde M.

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

Mother/daughter girls weekend

We had such a wonderful time here. Great location, perfect for morning walks around the lake, and the hot tub was a bonus! The communication was also awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari C.

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

A text from my friend who arrived first

Oh my… I arrived in Mpls early and drove by our little cottage. UNBELIEVABLY BEAUTIFUL AREA!! We overlook the park, I think!And there are some shops/cafes a few blocks away! I’m hanging out at a quaint brewery tucked away in our neighborhood. The only disappointment is that we don’t live here!!!P.S. very nice hot tub!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Solaine W.

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

Great relaxing stay

Exactly as advertised. Cute little spot. Loved hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

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

Great Stay

This was a great stay close to just about anything. The owners were nice and quick to respond.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

An Oasis

If you are looking for a peaceful and quiet place to stay, that is very cozy and comfortable, then you have come to the right place! We loved this well-lit, well-furnished home, located in close proximity to the lake, along with its nature trails, tasteful concerts and even a wine and ice cream bar! Looking forward to staying here again, next time we visit Minneapolis!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

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

Urban Oasis

Relaxing, small cottage in a great Minneapolis neighborhood just steps to Lake Harriet and within a short drive to most major events and venues.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn M.

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

Wonderful!!

Great area!! Very charming!!! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

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

Comfy cottage in lovely setting

Charmingly appointed cottage tucked into a green glade steps from Lake Harriet. Just a short walk to many shops, restaurants, parks and other gems in this neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Cool Weather Getaway

Very relaxing week, just what we needed. We enjoyed the nice cool weather and walks around the nearby lakes. The cottage was nicely appointed with all of the amenities we needed. The hosts were very nice and great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nathan C., Carlsbad

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

All good

Great location & setting! The property could use a “tune-up”.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

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

Relaxing

Enjoyed our stay. So relaxing. Quiet. Hot ton was wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emie F.

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

Girls weekend

We had a lovely time staying here. Katie is a wonderful host. The house was just perfect for us, we enjoyed the hot tub in the evenings and the lake area during the day. The neighborhood is super friendly with fun shops and resturants within walking distance!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

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