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Spacious Retreat in Afton with Sauna, MN 2 mins from downtown

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Afton, MN
  • Place, The Belwin Conservancy
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Afton State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Afton Alps Ski Area
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Afton

Located in Afton, this farm stay is in a rural location, a 3-minute drive from Saint Croix River and 7 minutes from Afton State Park. .This family-friendly farm stay is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Mississippi River and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Lakefront Park.
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What's nearby

  • The Belwin Conservancy - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Afton State Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Afton Alps Ski Area - 9 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Lakefront Park - 11 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Seasons on St. Croix Gallery - 11 min drive - 8.4 miles

Getting around

  • Saint Paul Union Depot - 23 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Azul Tequila - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Spacious Retreat in Afton with Sauna, MN 2 mins from downtown

Welcome to The Ranch!
Escape to the serene countryside of Afton, Minnesota, nestled on the side of Mt. Hope on a 17-acre property in the St. Croix River Valley. Whether you are looking for a couple’s escape, a family getaway, or a girls' weekend, you will have plenty of room to relax and unwind.

~Seasonal Activities~

Spring/Summer: Walk/Hike/Bike in nearby state parks and trails. Take a riverboat ride or see glacial potholes in Taylors Falls. Visit local wineries and restaurants as well as shopping centers in Woodbury, Stillwater, and Hudson. Visit one of many golf courses nearby.

Fall/Winter: Fall colors are amazing in the St. Croix River Valley. Enjoy a bonfire or take a walk/hike. In the winter, you can visit Afton Alps (6.2mi), Trollhaugen (39mi), and Wild Mountain (48 mi) for skiing/snowboarding/tubing. The Ranch is equipped with many indoor options as well! Shoot pool, play darts and board games, watch a movie, or just kick back and relax with your friends or family.

We now boast a sauna! Kick back and enjoy the steam in this brand new spot. Relax and wind down after a long day!

~Nearby~

2 minutes away from St. Croix River and Selma’s Ice cream Parlor and other downtown Afton restaurants

6 golf courses in a 20 mile radius
Afton Alps: 6.2mi (11 min)
Downtown Stillwater 12mi (19 min)
MSP INT Airport: 25.1mi (32min)

~Helpful Information~

Arrival: House is located around a bend with many trees. It can come up quickly so keep an eye out for it. There is a long driveway to parking spots. When exiting, it can be helpful to roll down the driver's side window to listen for any cars that might be coming as visibility to the left is low.

Designed to accommodate up to 10 guests, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath is ideal for family getaways, retreats, or country escapes. Children are warmly welcomed, and the property is well-suited for hosting events.

We hope that you enjoy our Ranch Home as much as we have over the last 38 years!
Blessings,
Sean and Laurie
There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a bidet. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Playground
  • Ski lift privileges

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

More

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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, lock the doors, and return the keys

As you strip beds, please simply put bedding in laundry baskets rather than loading the washing machine. We will take care of washing/drying the sheets.

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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Spacious Retreat in Afton with Sauna, MN 2 mins from downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Tricia K.

Liked: Location
Charming property in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, enjoyed the large kitchen and cooking for a large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anita R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay, Laurie and Sean were outstanding if we had a question they answered right away. Such a great place for our family get together, lots of space, clean and everything you need. Bonus got to pet the horses and play with the cats. Felt like home staying here. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

YeeLeng H.

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

Peaceful and relaxing

House was spacious. Rooms were well kept and cleaned. Family room has a pool table which is a plus. Patios are perched high up. There's a washer and dryer, albeit older models, but functioning. Spacious kitchen and dining area. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025