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Ivy Cottage - Serene Lake Cabin Near Minneapolis with FREE SUPs,Canoe & Maui Mat

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Terrace/patio
Children's area
Property grounds
Fireplace, books, stereo, offices
2 bedrooms, desk, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5625 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Zimmerman, MN
  • Place, Fairview Hospital
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Fairview Northland Hospital
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, M Health Fairview Northland Medical Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Zimmerman

With a stay at this cottage in Zimmerman, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Mississippi River and Fairview Hospital. .This cottage is 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Young Park and 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Fairview Northland Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Fairview Hospital - 13 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Fairview Northland Hospital - 13 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • M Health Fairview Northland Medical Center - 13 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Young Park - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Wild Woods Water Park - 18 min drive - 16.4 miles

Getting around

  • Elk River Station - 17 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ridgewood Bay Resort - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪ZBG's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪D's Smokehouse Bar and Grill - ‬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.

Ivy Cottage - Serene Lake Cabin Near Minneapolis with FREE SUPs,Canoe & Maui Mat

Cozy lake cabin located less than one hour from Minneapolis. It's the perfect place to get away for those looking for a minimalist vacation! Recently remodeled, Ivy Cottage is a great place to unplug (or not, with high-speed internet) and enjoy a stunning view of Lake Fremont. This small but lovely cabin boosts two bedrooms, a well-stocked kitchen and stunning outdoor spaces. Nestled on a peninsula, you will enjoy your morning coffee (or evening cocktail) with a 180+ degree view of the lake and a nature preserve!

We don't have many reviews yet....why? Because we recently bought and remodeled this little gem. We also own a sister property just steps away with TONS of great reviews (check out Fremont Cottage on Lake Fremont). Feel free to book both cabins if you'd like to vacation with family/friends.

DETAILS on Ivy Cottage...
Master bedroom - NEW organic Queen mattress with organic cotton linens and a small closet.

Second bedroom - Twin over full size bunk beds featuring NEW organic mattresses with organic cotton linens and a small closet.

Living Room - Small couch and high top table with seating for four people

Kitchen - open shelving, an island on wheels so that you can move as you cook/prep, well-stocked with your basics (olive oil, seasonings, etc), pots/pans/dishes/glasses/etc, microwave - everything that you to need to make a gourmet meal!

Office/laundry room - Perfect spot to get a little work done or leave with clean clothes!

Porch - screened in to keep the bugs away! Perfect spot to sip your morning cup of coffee and/or evening cocktail (or tea).

Grill - gas grill with utensils included.

Cabin also includes a fire pit, open patio and dock. Feel free to bring your own boat or rent ours. Parking is on the side of the house - space for two cars.

A Maui Mat (think of a large floating yoga mat that can be used as a swim platform) is provided with the rental along with two SUPs. The stand up paddle boards are a great way to explore Lake Fremont (check out the island at the center off the lake and watch the bald eagles)!

This sweet little cabin is meant to escape from busy life so we have intentionally chosen not to include a TV. High speed wifi is available though, because we understand that sometimes a little connection is important!

Want to bring your dog? We love dogs! We welcome dogs for a non-refundable $100 pet deposit. No cats allowed as the owner has a severe cat allergy (Christina loves cats, so blame Craig). Please note that smoking is not allowed inside the cabin.

Like to fish? Throw in a line and catch sunnies, bass and northerns right off the dock! The lake was recently restocked with game fish by the DNR.

Beautiful walking trails within a couple blocks at Grams Regional Park (see photos).

Interested in water adventures during your stay? For an extra fee, we offer rental of a pontoon boat. Ask for details.

Only 20 minutes to Albertville Outlet Shopping Center and the Shops at Arbor Lakes. Only 45 minutes to Minneapolis.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 625 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 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

Ivy Cottage - Serene Lake Cabin Near Minneapolis with FREE SUPs,Canoe & Maui Mat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Russell N.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay at Ivy Cottage during our visit to MN. The location was close by to family in Princeton and Champlin and also for a wedding near Milaca. The house was clean and comfortable, and kitchen was well stocked for small meal preparation. Craig was an excellent host and easy to communicate with. It is very peaceful cottage and the lake views are awesome! We highly recommend this cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, thanks Craig!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

brenda a.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great all around

The home was very clean and welcoming. Loves the view and amenities. I would highly recommend this home. Loved everything about it and would definitely go back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
lovely spot, overall quite nice. Only things that dropped the 5th star for me were lack of cooking spices (specifically pepper) and dog fur on the furniture. This is a dog friendly place, we brought our non-shedding dog, but for a 125 cleaning fee the fur should be minimal...there was fur all over the ground. Really enjoyed the sun room and the nearby trails, a very peaceful location. The A/C blew cold air and master bed was comfy, but the bunk bed could use some tightening of the hardware as the top bunk felt unstable and was very squeaky.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect, Relaxing Getaway

My husband and I just finished up a month long stay at the Ivy Cottage. The cottage itself is so cute and comfortable. Very clean, looked just like the photos. It is right on the water - Beautiful views! Our dog was with us and we enjoyed walking the nearby trail. Hosts were very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chang B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great weekend getaway!

The host was absolutely incredible! Great communication and very accomodating. The house was perfect for my family. Nice fire pit area and being able to cruise the lake in the pontoon was great! Having the SUP's was fun as well.pontoon wad
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ladies Get Away

We had a great time and the owner was wonderful. I want to come again. It was cozy and had comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Out-of-town Friend Stay

My friend from Australia wanted to have a cabin experience while staying with us here in Minnesota. We live in the suburbs, so this was a nice little quiet, two-night getaway for her to experience that. We enjoyed the quiet serenity of this little cabin and she liked how close it was to the water. It was well-equipped and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John and Peggy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice!

My wife and I celebrated our anniversary the week of the 4th and had a great stay! The area was nice and quiet and the lake was peaceful. The cabin has a great kitchen with a nice living room making it easy to relax. We brought a small TV and a streaming device and the Wi-Fi was excellent for our movies at night. We loved sitting in the screened in porch to read our Kindles enjoying the lake and a nice breeze. There is a nearby grocery store and 3 or 4 restaurants whenever we wanted to venture out. We give high marks to the Zimmerman Bar and Grill. We were sad to leave but it’s always nice to get back home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maleah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Return to Zimmerman

We were back in Zimmerman for a graduation party. We wanted to stay close to family and bonus to be on a lake. The Ivy Cottage met all of our needs. Craig was a great host and was able to accommodate an early check in (we had arrived on the red eye the morning of our check in)even though they had guests check out that morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ricardo C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cabin

Craig’s place was a perfect retreat to the lake and a pace to unplug and relax. Craig was very responsive and helpful throughout our stay. Definitely recommend for any couple to come for a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ivy Cottage lake front

We were there just for a high school graduation, did not get to spend much time at the house but severed our purpose, everything was as expected. As with all Minnesota properties you do not want to be outside after dark with the bugs, only surprise was no tv, this was no issues just something that did not realize. Very happy with property and home to return again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Neighbor Dogs are Menaces & Cleanliness was a problem

First, want to mention Craig was wonderful through booking and answering any questions; however, when we arrived, it did look like nobody had cleaned the place since last summer or fall. There were dozens and dozens of bugs in the door and window tracks, spider webs in corners, stink bugs or dead lady bugs were under bed linens and pillows. The shower was also quite grimy with soap scum and dirt. The biggest concern of ours was the neighbors dogs, both the next door neighbor and the neighbor 2 houses down. All 3 dogs of their dogs would continually come into the hosts yard and poop, pee, growl, bark, come up on the deck. The owners of the two neighboring houses were completely oblivious to their aggressive dogs roaming around- even though the one time the neighbor couldn’t even get her dog back to her own yard. It was quite a stressful stay in that manner considering we have a young toddler and a very gentle, harmless senior dog. Felt like this place had so much opportunity but didn’t live up. Can add photos of the place with time stamps to when we checked in to show cleanliness issues.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great communication from Craig! Peaceful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

time to relax and think own thoughts

my stay was comfortable, relaxing and I enjoyed every moment of it. Was able to do some fishing. Caught a bullhead and a perch. Made up my mind that I must build a house on my lake lot property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary get away

Very nice stay area was very pretty and the trail close by was also nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Quiet Getaway

The Ivy Cottage was a perfect quiet place to unwind for our stay. No TV (but good internet, it is 2023 afterall) so we could read and enjoy the lake. The cabin is small and cozy but enough space to relax and not feel on top of one another. The town of Zimmerman has all the ammenities you need, couple of decent restaurants and a bowling alley. Great for a quiet getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Great, cozy cabin!

Craig's cabin is very cute and cozy. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Place

The cabin has a great mix of old charm and modern updates. We enjoyed the lake view, especially from the screened in porch during rainy weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James O.

Liked: Cleanliness

I’ve cottage GREAT get away!!!

Terrific owners, very helpful and flexible. This place is just what we needed !!!! We will be back!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023