Family-friendly vacation rentals in Minnesota

Our stay at the Wizard's Cottage was FABULOUS! Three of the most peaceful, relaxing days I've had in years. Our trip was intentionally a stay-cation so I can't speak to the surrounding area, but there was so much to enjoy just on the property. We spent the mornings lazing in the sun listening to the birds, days playing games and doing crafts, and evenings relaxing in the hot tub. My friends and I were so blown away by the care put into each small detail of the place, we spent a good while just taking it all in. There was a new treasure to find in every nook and cranny! If you're planning a visit -- which you ABSOLUTELY should -- here are a few tips: - When you arrive, read through Jill and Joan's history book about the place! It added an extra layer of magic to our stay - The water is a bit sulfuric, so bring some extra bottles - Don't hesitate to reach out to Jill and Joan, they are so kind and responsive! Thank you again for such a wonderful escape! I'd give 6 stars if I could :)

We booked three nights to accommodate extended family coming from Chicago and Duluth to celebrate my son’s graduation from UMN. This place was perfect for us! There was plenty of room for everybody. The kitchen, open living room area, and deck worked really well for entertaining. We threw a BBQ get together for my son’s friends, a huge success in this great space. The place is very well stocked with everything we needed. We also heated up the sauna each morning to start the day! Emily was very responsive to our every need. Thank you!

1. Favorite: The beds were super comfy… u will get a great night sleep any of the 4 beds that are here… we all loved it. The beds were amazing.. High-lights: 2. Good time snowmobiling and ice fishing on the lake. 3. Relaxing in the hot tub at 10pm, 20° outside with many stars in the sky…

Your place was a perfect fit for our weekend plans! We could stay and relax, but also did activities in the Cities due to close proximity. Perfect fit and place to allow our fur baby to come along! THANK YOU!

Nice house in a beautiful neighborhood. We loved the neighborhood which was full of interesting architecture and the lake walking path which was so close. It was an easy drive to a grocery store and some restaurants. Easy access to other parts of the city we wanted to visit too. The house was very clean and had nice bedding and towels. Everything was functional.

I was so happy to re-visit! This place is just an oasis of solitude and so beautiful!

We loved Kristian and Joe’s place! It was absolutely amazing and the cutest little tiny home, which when checking in Joe informed us it was a converted office/ tiny home. You would never know, because it’s just so comfy and gives a cabin vibe! There’s lots of gear they provided that my partner and I got to use, specifically the canoe at sunset! Absolutely breathtaking and 10/10 would recommend and stay here again!

Brian's place was gorgeous! So cozy and comfortable. The views were spectacular, the hot tub and sauna are a great addition. The kitchen had everything we needed. We had a great time and would definitely stay again!

The place worked perfectly for our group. It was also convenient that the trail head was so close to the rental. Would book again

Fourth stay at Ron and Mindy's in the last 8 months. The best place for a tired fisherman to kick back and relax. Hope these two host for a long, long time!

Loved staying at the little house, and being able to bring our dog with was great. Clean place with comfortable beds and a well-stocked kitchen. Great selection of DVDs and board games. Very quiet area but also very close to restaurants, groceries, etc.

Terri and Aaron’s cabin is simply a magical little spot. Super cozy! Super great hosts!

We enjoyed our stay at the Bungalow. Private, scenic, had anything and everything we needed. Appreciated the little things, like ice, the Brita, blankets, toiletries.

We loved our stay. Location was great. Walkable to restaurants, coffee shops, and a brew pub. Loved the fenced in yard for our dog! I also appreciated the nice selection of coffee and tea! Would definitely stay here again.

We thoroughly enjoyed our peaceful getaway at this cabin. It was just what our family of five needed. Beautiful location, great & responsive hosts and time in nature can’t be beat! Would love to visit again in the future- our kids and dog had a wonderful time.

Very responsive host. Comfortable and convenient home in a nice neighborhood. Well equipped kitchen and comfortable beds. As someone who has lived in both Minneapolis and St. Paul, I love this location. 15-20 mins to pretty much anywhere you want to go and very close to Highland neighborhood in St. Paul, which means you are close to some shopping and restaurants. Mississippi Blvd has sidewalks within a block and a half of this home and it’s very close to Hidden Falls Park. Shower is awesome with great water pressure. Water does get scalding hot, so be aware of that. More of an awareness thing than complaint as there is nice hot water. Convenient closest with hangers, soaps in shower, etc. We would stay again.

Wonderful place. Beautiful views of Lake Superior.

The place was lovely! You can see the lake out of the back door. Couldn’t be closer to the beach. The front bedroom was also lovely. Thanks for hosting us!

Threw a bachelor party here and had an absolute blast! The property was truly amazing and exceeded all of our expectations. There was so much to do that we never once got bored. Our host was very friendly and always quick to respond. Everything was clean, well-maintained, and exactly as pictured in the listing. 10/10 will definitely come back if we ever do something like this again. Highly recommend for group gatherings!

Had a great time and a nice neighborhood. Would recommend!

This spot was amazing for our Snowboarding trip, and the group of friends who went absolutely love the location, and of course, right close Giants Ridge made it all the more better. Abby was very responsive, and accommodating! We do this trip annually, and will definitely be booking this again!!

My husband and I had a very relaxing stay- just what we were hoping for. The house is very spacious, it was clean and the beds were comfortable. The location is so peaceful, the place is rustic and surrounded by trees yet near to town and the walking paths. Keith responded to our questions right away and was easy to work with. The house is very cozy and warm. Will definitely come back in the near future.

We now stay at this cozy cottage yearly for a family, mother/daughter trip. My husband and I are also interested in staying for our own romantic get away sometime. It is the perfect blend of city perks combined with a wooded, lake view natural environment. We also loved enjoying the huge hot tub outside right in the middle of winter. It was a joy all around that we can’t wait to enjoy again and keep recommending!

My wife stayed five days at this cabin and absolutely loved it! Imagine waking up early in the morning. Getting that first cup of coffee and then sitting on the outside deck listening to the lake come alive. This cabin has everything you would want. It is only a short 15 minute drive into Park Rapids, that is one of the prettiest small towns in America. The lake is only a few feet away with a nice dock. We used the cabin’s canoe one day on the lake. Plus, there is a beautiful community swimming pool just a few yards from the cabin. Such great fun! This one of the nicest AirBnBs we have ever stayed at. We plan on coming back next summer if it is available. Look no further, you have found your vacation home.