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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, books, music library

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Preston, MN
  • Root River
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Forestville Mystery Cave State Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Niagara Cave
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Preston

Located within a leisurely stroll of Root River, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Old Barn Resort Course. The vacation home includes a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Root River - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Barn Resort Course - 7 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Commonweal Theatre Company - 13 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Forestville Mystery Cave State Park - 22 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Niagara Cave - 27 min drive - 19.7 miles

Getting around

  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Branding Iron Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Karst Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beaver Bottom Saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trout City Brewing - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪B & B Olympic Bowl - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Root River Retreat

Newly renovated lower level in the heart of Preston. 2 bedrooms, living area with private entrance.TV/Netflix. Fridge, microwave,coffee pot and toaster. Garage for bikes, snowmobiles!

Perfect for wedding guests,&concert goers. So much to see and do in SE Minnesota! Biking,Fishing,Hiking and Golf. Lanesboro is 6 miles away. Across the street from Branding Iron Supper Club. Feel free to use garage space for bikes as well. Forestville State Park 15 mn away!Perfect for snowmobiling with a heated garage you are welcome to use. I really try to be accommodating, so message me with any last minute reservations and I will see if Ican make it work!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchenette and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Property manager

Lori Stahnke

Similar properties

Property grounds

Cozy house / small town living. Attractions include trout capital of Minnesota

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
5.4 out of 10, 11 reviews
$187 nightly
The price is $200
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Cozy house / small town living. Attractions include trout capital of Minnesota

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 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-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Preston within a short 10-minute walk of Root River. You'll also find Old Barn Resort Course nearby.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Root River Retreat a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette and a smart TV as well as a music library.

Are there hot tubs at Root River Retreat?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.), which is about 25.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Root River Retreat?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Root River Retreat.

Root River Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was clean and the property owner was very nice and easy to work with! Very nice neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Bicyclists

Clean, comfortable (great mattresses/pillows), safe, 2 bedroom, garage. Close to Root River beautiful paved bicycle/hiking trail and good restaurants/shops.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Di W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Biking

Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

CAROLYN W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very cute place

Very cute and very clean place to stay. The beds were very comfortable and so were the pillows. No need to bring your own pillows. There is no oven, but we brought food that we could just microwave. We brought a cooler for our beverages as the refrigerator is smaller which worked out just fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jen s., Madison, Wisconsin USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location to explore the area

Lori is a wonderful host - the property is just as described and extremely clean. The 2 bedrooms are beautiful with plenty of natural light. The main area has all you need for a long weekend - a couch, 2 comfortable chairs, high top table, sizeable fridge/freezer, breakfast bar area, ginormous TV...all very comfortable! There is garage space to store bikes, if you are in the area for cycling. The home is located in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to all the surrounding communities. Lori also provides a delicious treat and a kind note upon arrival. Lori I wish you great success with your VRBO, you truly are a 5 star host! Thank you for providing this space for us to use for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thoughtful Extras- Loved Every Minute

Everything promised is there, but there are also some surprises, little thoughtful things, like a laptop "desk" in the nightstand so that you can work sitting up in bed; coffee and cereals; and a desk drawer with pens and scissors and other things you might need. And the dorm style refrigerator had a pretty good sized freezer. I could put in my 1.5 gallon ice cream container, and a frozen hot dish container. And a tip - empty the ice tray into a bowl, set it in the freezer, and refill the tray so that you will have ice at the ready. Lori was there for anything I might need. I'm going back again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily G., Mankato, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Short but Sweet Stay

The perfect little place for a quick friends getaway. Four of us stayed to celebrate a friend's birthday. (Two gals per room.) We brought bikes and biked down to the Preston Trailhead and then on to Lanesboro. We had a gorgeous bike ride and had a fun day in Lanesboro. Preston is not far and has plenty of amenities. The space itself is cute and clean and the host is lovely and responsive. Great experience overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Holly, Wausau

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Skip M., New London MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and cozy

We really liked the location and quietness of this rental. Lori gives nice attention to detail, even welcome cookies and cold water in the fridge! We could easily jump on the bike path across town. Also not too far from trout fishing streams. We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place! Great experience! Wonderful host!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Root River Retreat and would stay here again! Easy check-in and check-out process. The space was clean, cozy and contained everything we needed for a short stay to enjoy golf and biking. Beds and furnishings were very comfortable. Towels and bedding were soft and new. Host was a gem, providing bike storage and parking space. She answered our questions very quickly and provided delicious cookies to enjoy upon our arrival. Safe, quiet neighborhood with easy access to state bike trail and very close to golf courses and local restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becca W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long Family Weekend

The neighborhood was quiet and great location to visit the many attractions in the area. We went to Lanesboro & Mystery Cave, and this was the perfect middle location. We ate lunch at B&B Bowling and it was great! Highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location near root river trail

Nice place, good location. Lori was a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Nice place and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Welcoming, Comfortable and Clean

Very welcoming, comfortable and clean. Beds were very comfortable. Access to bike trails nearby. Host was incredibly professional, kind and knowledgeable of area. Will definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, quiet, and comfortable!

We had a great stay. The listing was accurate and served us well for our stay. Lori was an excellent communicator. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Driftless Area Motorcycle Visit

This VRBO was a wonderful retreat while we where in the area motorcycling. Our host, Lori, even allowed us to park our motorcycles in the garage to protect them overnight from the weather. We would certainly stay with Lori again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and convenient

This place is great. Very quiet. Nicely furnished. Great cookies upon arrival. Nice cold water bottles in the frig and plenty of coffee. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb D., Otsego

Liked: Cleanliness

Biking weekend

We had a very nice stay at the Root River Retreat. The home was clean and welcoming. There was a lot of "extra" things provided like shampoo, soap, oatmeal, coffee and even fresh bananas and cookies! Having the garage for the bikes was very nice. The host, Lori, was easy to communicate with and was helpful. I would definitely recommend this place and would stay again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing trip

Very accommodating and flexible with quiet atmosphere. Definitely will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice Place!

We were needing a place to stay in the area for business. This place was the only thing available at the time and ended up being a great place to stay. The Host was very easy to work with and very welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous getaway❤️❤️❤️

This was a fabulous weekend stay! When we walked in the door, Lori left these huge Halloween buckets full of delicious treats for my kids! Then my husband and I were supposed with gourmet cookies!!! We felt so welcomed! The fridge was stocked with water and sparkling water and plenty of coffee to keep us caffeinated all weekend! It Smelled wonderful when we walked In and decor was Pinterest amazing! Plenty of books and magazines and activities listed for us to do for the weekend! There was also kid art supplies and options, it was awesome! We decided on going tandem biking for one afternoon in Lansboro, went to Nightmare acres on Sat night for free (haunted houses at the fairgrounds) and the free drive in haunted movie in Harmony. Ample room for board games and beds were SO comfortable, haven’t slept that well in a long time! My kids both loved it!! They both kept telling me how much they loved it there! Honestly I can’t say enough about this place ❤️ Great communication with Lori, she was amazing to talk to and so helpful and extra kind!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

KIm O., Monticello, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Getaway

This was our first time visiting the Preston/Lanesboro area and Lori's place was just perfect. The unit was clean and comfortable and tastefully decorated. Some sweet goodies awaited us when we arrived, which was an unexpected but appreciated surprise. It was conveniently located for getting to bike trails in the area. We hope to return again next fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

J R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay at Root River Retreat

A friend and I stayed here to spend some time in this part of the state. Just beautiful area. Staying at the Root River Retreat was just great. Very well furnished from the furniture to the beds to the treats Lori put out. Lori was very responsive to any questions we had. There were so many extras in the place, things you might not think of but they were there when you needed them. The place is very easy to find and located in a good spot for exploring the area. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

The space was clean, well appointed, and close to lots of things to do. Lori was very communicative and provided great instructions on accessing the property. It went very smoothly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, cozy, and convenient.

We came to ride the bike trails and had a wonderful stay! Clear communication, clean and comfortable accommodations. We had everything we needed for our bike adventuring:)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023