See all properties
Entire home·Private host

Cozy cottage on private wetland

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Cozy cottage on private wetland

Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

View in a map
Herman, MN
  • Place, University of Minnesota - Morris
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Kjenstad Park
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Mary
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Similar properties

Property grounds

Barrett Lake, rent year round! Dock is out for the season as of 9.27.25

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 97 reviews
Barrett Lake, rent year round! Dock is out for the season as of 9.27.25

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy cottage on private wetland


Looking to get away for some rest, relaxation and/or recreation? Check out our one of a kind “Cottage on the Pond”. Located in west central Minnesota our cozy cottage is built on a 27 acre private pond and game protected wetland. We are just 35 minutes from many lakes with fishing, golfing, boating and beaches!

If you are an outdoor enthusiast our property is home to many wild waterfowl including trumpeter swans, wood ducks, mallards, geese and pelicans (yes, pelicans). We also have many native passerine birds (warblers, wood warblers, flycatchers) and native wildflowers (purple prairie cone flower, spider wort, prairie blazing star). Wireless High speed Internet for your electronic needs! Taking reservations now for the months of May through September.

Cottage Details:
• The building looks over a 27 acre pond with man made islands.
• 1 Full size bed, 1 bunk bed, 1 couch, and 1 cot.
• The cottage includes a fully remodeled kitchenette with dishes, pots, pans, and silverware, also Bathroom and Dining area.
• From the cottage dining table you will be overlooking the 27 acre pond below. One room has the kitchenette with dining table, couch and tucked away in the corner will be the bunk bed. In the pine room will be the full size bed.
• There are two quaint outdoor decks. The main patio has table and gas grill overlooking the pond with geese, pelicans and many other waterfowl.
• Many antiques and artwork spread throughout the cottage.

Features and Amenities:
• Full Kitchen
• Dishes, Stove, Microwave
• Air Conditioning
• Wireless Internet!!!
• 3 Beds(1 Full, Twin bunk beds, Couch, and 1 cot)
• DVD player
• 1 Bath w/Shower
• Linens
• T.V. (30 local Channels)
• Fireplace (outdoor)
• Binoculars
• Gas Grill
• Beautiful View
• Deck w/patio table
High Speed WiFi internet (40mb)


40 Minutes from:
• Movie Theater
• Shopping Area
• Golf Courses
• Beaches
• Restaurants
• Fishing
• Antique Stores
• Bowling

We are 35 minutes west of Alexandria on Highway 27. We are about 2 1/2-3 hours from the Twin Cities. There is no smoking in the building. Sorry, no fishing or swimming in the pond.
Our customers tell us that they enjoy the overall property condition at this cottage. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, fireplace and balcony or patio
  • Free WiFi
  • 14.2 miles (22.9 km) from Prairie Ridge Hospital & Health and 21 miles (33.8 km) from Stevens County Historical Society and Museum
Cozy cottage on private wetland offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Herman cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.