Located 2 mi (3.3 km) from Ridgedale Center, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Bryant Lake Regional Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a furnished patio.
Minneapolis Convention Center - 17 min drive - 13.1 miles
U.S. Bank Stadium - 19 min drive - 14.0 miles
Getting around
Shady Oak Station - 6 min drive
St. Paul - Minneapolis Station - 22 min drive
Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 4 min drive
Bacio - 5 min drive
Dave's Hot Chicken - 4 min drive
The Cheesecake Factory - 5 min drive
Starbucks - 4 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.
Minnetonka Secluded Cul-de-Sac 6 mi. to Mpls.--Gorgeous Acre near I-494 & I-394
Minnetonka Cape Cod Vintage Charmer with classic features throughout that were recently refinished. First floor includes a large living room with a wood burning fireplace, 65" TV with Roku and leather queen sleeper sofa, a center hall with mahogany stairs, formal dining room, bathroom, refinished oak floors, several closets and entry rooms, antiques and leather furniture. The first floor also has a bedroom with a mahogany 4 post queen bed and Sleep Number mattresses. Adjacent to the bedroom and separated by room darkening draperies is room with a whirlpool bathtub/shower & vanity, an antique English armoire, French doors to the backyard gardens and new 6 panel oak doors to the living room which can be secured. The fully equipped kitchen has a refrigerator with ice and water, stove with convection oven, dishwasher, disposal, Corian counter tops with marble back splashes, etc. Lower level includes a new bedroom, bathroom with marble shower and family room. The second floor includes bedrooms, all of which have antique desks, and a full bathroom with new granite topped vanity.
Gardens and patio: Outside there is a large brick patio with three tables, gas grill, wood burning stove, etc. all surrounded by gardens and paths to the large, private rolling yard with its pond, waterfalls, professional landscaping and gardens.
Gorgeous acre of gardens and rolling landscaping with pond, waterfalls, birds, deer and wildlife. Pick your own flowers, apples, cherries and raspberries. Antiques, hardwood floors, brick patio and sidewalks, basketball hoop, regional bicycle trail 200' away with bikes included. Set on a secluded, safe cul-de-sac of 5 homes on acre lots seemingly away from it all but convenient to Interstates 494, 394, Lake Minnetonka with its 125 miles of shoreline, Shady oak Beach, Minneapolis and its Chain of Lakes, downtown Hopkins and its farmer's market, Excelsior and Wayzata with their boat cruises, upscale shopping and restaurants. Walk to Minnehaha Creek, 3 parks, tennis courts, Dunn Brothers coffee shop, churches, art and historic tours of Minnetonka Mills. Biking distance to Ridgedale Mall, Ridgehaven Mall, Target, Hennepin County Library, etc. Mall of America is nearby as are MN Twins, Vikings and U of MN stadiums.
Kid Friendly:: Minnetonka has about 50 parks including several within walking distance. Minnehaha Creek runs through Burwell park 3 blocks away which is a historic farmstead/flour mill with picnic grounds. Meadow park is a short walk or ride up bicycle trail and has tennis courts, play equipment, walking paths through huge nature preserve, ball field, picnic areas, hockey and ice rinks. Home comes with basketball hoop and ball, soccer ball, football and room to play. Baseball and tennis equipment upon request. Shady Oak Beach is a short drive and has lifeguards, swimming dock, diving boards, etc. Lake Minnetonka is about 4 miles away and has 125 miles of shoreline, numerous swimming areas including beautiful beaches at Excelsior Commons, Deephaven and Minnetonka Beach. Fishing opportunities exist at Minnehaha Creek about 3 blocks away, throughout Lake Minjnetonka and the City of Minneapolis Chain of Lakes. Sight seeing and Dinner boats are available at Excelsior City Docks, Wayzata. Al & Alma's, etc. while private boats can be rented at various points along Lake Minnetonka,'s shoreline. The nearby towns of Hopkins, Excelsior and most others in the area have farmer's markets.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a furnished patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.
Property manager
Jim Anderson
Languages
English
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator (single-level property)
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In a village
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Boat
Golf
Gym
Kayak
Optional ski privileges
Snow sports gear
Tennis
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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
Garden
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 2,500 square feet
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
This property welcomes pets
Dogs and cats only
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 14
Note from host: Please inquire with specifics re small gatherings
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14.
Note from host: Please inquire with specifics re small gatherings
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Minnetonka, close to Ridgedale Center, Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park, and Shops at West End. You'll also find Brookview Golf Course and Bryant Lake Regional Park nearby.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
Yes, there is accessible parking available.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What do couples enjoy most about Minnetonka Secluded Cul-de-Sac 6 mi. to Mpls.--Gorgeous Acre near I-494 & I-394?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a fireplace, a jetted bathtub, and a kitchen.
Does Minnetonka Secluded Cul-de-Sac 6 mi. to Mpls.--Gorgeous Acre near I-494 & I-394 have a hot tub?
No, but this vacation home offers jetted bathtubs in all accommodations.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud), which is 10.6 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP), which is located 20 mi away (25-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Minnetonka Secluded Cul-de-Sac 6 mi. to Mpls.--Gorgeous Acre near I-494 & I-394?
Yes, every accommodation at Minnetonka Secluded Cul-de-Sac 6 mi. to Mpls.--Gorgeous Acre near I-494 & I-394 comes with a furnished patio.
Minnetonka Secluded Cul-de-Sac 6 mi. to Mpls.--Gorgeous Acre near I-494 & I-394 Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 39 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 39 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 39 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 39 reviews
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6.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Amy P.
Dec 29, 2024
Cute home
Overall the home was quaint and cozy. I could do without so much furniture and it was dusty. The home could use a deep cleaning by professionals. It was otherwise a nice place.
Amy P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike C.
Sep 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Minnetonka House
It was a wonderful stay. Plenty of room for all us. Nice location for us. We rent this house again.
Mike C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
4/10 Poor
Cheryl C.
Aug 9, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
family reunion and baseball
This property checked several boxes for our reunion: great location, safe neighborhood, close to Target Field and Mall of America, space for all to sleep, nice washer and dryer. However the host's standard of cleanliness is far different from mine. . Overall this space need a through deep cleaning. It smells musty and there was a notable layer of dust on everything. This made it not a place we were happy to be in at the end of the day. I won't return.
Cheryl C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Jul 17, 2024
Minnetonka House
Pro’s: Location and neighborhood.
Con’s: musty smell in the house, mattresses in basement and first floor rooms are not comfortable.
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
4/10 Poor
Bryan W.
Sep 3, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location - cluttered house
The pictures posted are definitely from this house, however, they are from many years when the host was on the market to be sold. There is twice as much furniture/stuff in the house than the pictures show. The caretaker was very responsive and the location is good. In order for listing to accurately represent the property, new photos should be posted.
Bryan W.
Stayed 42 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca Z.
Jul 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
peace and comfort
The house is on a quiet street with a lovely backyard. The children were enchanted by bunnies on the lawn and baby robins in a nest. The house has old-fashioned country charm with comfortable beds and lots of big TV screens. The area has lots of bicycling trails which we love.
Rebecca Z.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Thomas K.
Jul 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
It was ok. It sleeps 14 if you use all the sofa, futon and trundles but it did not have enough space for everyone to gather in one room. The dining room is dark and way too much furniture that is not useable. Some of the bedroom storage was already filled with items(maybe if the homeowner). Some of the closets with extra bedding had a mildew smell so didn’t use it. Overall it worked but my advice to the owner would be to make the furniture more purposeful and not just to fill the space with useless things. The owner was slow to respond and when I requested to change my dates i felt ignored and ended up paying for nights I didn’t need. Communication with the owner was terrible. The yard is nice with tables and umbrellas with a bbq. Kitchen was clean and had spices and some staples. Great location for just about everything.
Thomas K.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Kathy H.
Jun 27, 2023
Vacation
a good stay. Quiet and peaceful.
Kathy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
2/10 Terrible
Julie B.
Apr 8, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stay Away! Dirty, cluttered, smelly, no response from owner
I wish I could post pictures. This property is not cleaned or maintained. Antiques replaced with garage-sale cast offs. Owner contacted immediately but never responded. Booked five night but couldn’t take it after one night.
-Boxes of booze bottles and other trash in driveway
- Rotting pumpkin outside entry door
- Food-stained kitchen cupboards and oven
- Oven door dripping with some milky substance
- Mildew smell pervading house
- Used shampoo bottles in bathrooms with soap dripping down sides
- Used, grimy bath toys on tub rims
- Pubic hair on bathroom wall!
- Bedroom with mahogany 4-poster bed with sleep number mattress? Nope. Sagging mattress on plain old bed frame. That bedroom had a refrigerator, hot plate and some kind of warming tray. Looks like someone is squatting here.
This property should does not represent VRBOs usual quality. We contacted VRBO to report this property.
Julie B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rick D.
Nov 3, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Ocober22 Twin Cities
Very. nice older house on a culdesac. I had a little confusion getting in but was able to get owner on phone who talked me in and the rest was great. I will stay here again
Rick D.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mark P.
Aug 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice
Accurately advertised. Great suburban location with great access to the highlights of Mpls area.
Comfortable home as pictured. Nice spacious back yard and nice outdoor spaces. Well functioning air conditioning and water pressure.
Mark P.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
PC C.
Dec 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for a family reunion
It was a pleasant vacation meeting family members in a house with a lot of antiques and holiday decorations. The house is really warm, cozy and relaxing. I can tell that the owner has put a lot of efforts in decorating the house, in an old fashion that young generation would never appreciate. My family loved it and felt like home.
We texted Jim before arriving, asking for a Christmas tree. When we got there, the tree was up with lights turned on. On a heavy snow night, we messaged Jan for some plumbing issue, she sent Mr. Appleby to resolve the problem right away. They responded to the request quickly.
The house is at a cul de sac in a safe and quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed family walk after every dinner.
We are so happy that we made a good choice for this good location, nice neighborhood, reasonable pricing, cozy house for Christmas.
Thank you Jan and Jim for the host.
Ping ans family
PC C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
4/10 Poor
Matt D.
Sep 5, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location - cluttered and smelly house
The location was great
The house smelled of mold
And it was cluttered
We would not rent it again unless the owner cleaned it thoroughly
Matt D.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
anthony j.
Nov 30, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy long term stay
Jim’s place is a great home away from home. We stayed ten weeks with our family of five and were very comfortable. Enough room for everyone to have their own space, plus office desk, fast internet, big TV, large yard and outdoor entertaining space, and fun puzzles and games. Close to regional bike trail and Meadow Park with tennis courts and walking paths. Jim was friendly and responsive to all of our concerns.
anthony j.
Stayed 69 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Lynn L.
Sep 9, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
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Lynn L.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
4/10 Poor
Laura A.
Aug 27, 2019
Disliked: Cleanliness
Problems with cleanliness and photos no longer portray the shape the property is in
The floors and dishes were dirty and many of the dishes needed cleaning before use. If you are paying a cleaning fee, you would expect to arrive to a clean house. The grounds are not well taken care of and foliage is overgrown. The photos listed do not accurately display the condition of the home and property. There was a bee's nest in the backyard and 2 of our family members were badly stung. Hazards as such should be professionally removed for the safety of visitors. There is lots of clutter on the grounds (7 grills - many of them did not work so I didnt understand why they were all there) and many unnecessary pieces of furniture in bedrooms and living spaces that made it feel cluttered. There were also no check out instructions listed.
Good things about this place is that it could easily fit a large family and the host was responsive but we do not have plans to stay here again.
Laura A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Missy R.
May 21, 2019
Great, would stay here again!
This property met our needs for our family weekend event perfectly. The outdoor patio was perfect for grilling, dining, and an evening camp fire.
On-line photos don't begin to show the charm the house has and large common spaces.
Missy R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
4/10 Poor
Emilie J.
May 13, 2019
Issues with cleanliness
Floors were not clean in any area. Dust, food crumbs, coin, etc. Dishes and silverware needed to be washed before being used. Property could be beautiful but needs a complete cleaning and removal of excess clutter. No checkout instructions. If I pay a cleaning fee I would expect a clean space upon arrival.
Emilie J.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
8/10 Good
Mary B.
Sep 20, 2018
Good sleeping areas and a lot of TVs.
Not quite ready when we arrived but it turned out well.
Mary B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
8/10 Good
Stephanie O.
Jun 18, 2018
This home met all our needs for our family gathering of 6 adults and 4 young children
We had a good family gathering at this "home away." The house was clean and the yard offered good space for toddlers to run and play. Neighborhood was quiet and safe. Beds were comfortable for all to sleep on. Kitchen was well equipped. Thank you for letting us use your "home away" for our family gathering. Inside the house was more "crowded" with furniture than pictures showed, especially the lower level. The family room/recreation room in the lower level was so packed with furniture and assorted beds (including queen bed, some sort of sofa bed, and futon) that it was difficult to walk around the room. It offered no space for people to sit and talk. Otherwise, the home was a relaxing and safe place for 3 generations of our family to gather, ages 64 to 9 months.
Stephanie O.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Geri M.
May 23, 2018
Cozy home with tons of charm.
Loved this property! The neighborhood is beautiful, and the yard is absolutely charming! This is a very sweet home completely stocked with everything you could ever need. Jim was very responsive and so kind, he was a pleasure to deal with. We will definitely stay there again!
Geri M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
David P.
Feb 17, 2018
Perfect
Everything came as advertised. Would recomend
David P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2018
10/10 Excellent
Milan B., Williamsburg, MI USA
Jan 29, 2018
Masters World Cup Ski Family
The house worked out great for our family!! Really appreciated the the 3 levels! Bathroom on each level and a TV in every room. Dining room and living room areas were great to socialize and gather, but also nice spaces for privacy. The house was a bit cluttered, but had everything you could possibly need and then some! Washer and dryer were very convenient for our 9 night stay. Kitchen area was nice size and adequate. Again had plenty of dishes, glasses, etc. We would absolutely come back!! Jim, the owner communicated very well and provided a no hassle , no problem, delivered as promised experience. Thank you Jim and thank you VRBO!
Milan B.
10/10 Excellent
Gregory P.
Sep 28, 2017
Neighborhood Retreat
In the cities for a wedding. I grew up here, moved away and had 11 other family and friends coming for this event. Wedding was downtown, but it took only 15 minutes to get there from our location. Having beds, bathrooms, a full kitchen, so many places to hang out (outside yard was wonderful), a big table to eat together or play games was SO MUCH better than separate hotel rooms. 2 washer/dryer units, irons, hair dryers, towels. etc. etc. etc. I am all about family and this was the best stay for all of us outside of an all inclusive resort in Mexico that we have ever stayed at. Would book again in a heartbeat.
Greg
Gregory P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
8/10 Good
Faith R.
May 17, 2017
FELT AT HOME
This property made me feel like I was at home.
Even had the courtesy to supply shower products, and a blowdryer!!!
I did have a problem with the garbage disposal one night and contacted the owner,Jim.
He quickly responded and it was fixed.
I had a wonderful time there!