Nestled between Lake Pepin and the Mississippi River, this cozy cottage offers a quintessential family getaway. Boasting 640 square feet of rustic living space, unwind on the massive patio with a gas grill and fire pit or visit Frontenac State Park nearby. With free WiFi, pet-friendly accommodations for one dog max (paid pre-trip), comfortable furnishings in an open floor plan layout plus central heating throughout most rooms - you'll feel right at home.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 559 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lake Pepin Cottage w/ Patio - Walk to the Marina!
Experience Midwest living at its finest while staying at this cozy cottage nestled along Lake Pepin and the Mississippi River, separating Wisconsin from Minnesota! When you're not on the water or having a cookout on the massive patio, visit Frontenac State Park or plan a road trip to Minneapolis. Boasting 640 square feet of rustic living space, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath is the quintessential family getaway that will serve as your home away from home and peaceful paradise.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Free WiFi | Pet Friendly w/ Fee (1 Dog Max) | ~77 Mi to Minneapolis
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Futon
OUTDOOR LIVING: Large covered patio, gas grill, spacious yard, dining area, fire pit KITCHEN: Fridge, stove, oven, microwave, cooking basics, coffee maker, dishware/flatware INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, comfortable furnishings, open floor plan, ceiling fans GENERAL: Linens, towels, washer & dryer, central air conditioning (bedroom 1 only), central heating FAQ: 2 steps required to access, single-story home, pet fee (paid pre-trip, 1 dog max), quiet hours (after 10:00 PM) PARKING: Garage (1 vehicle), driveway parking available, boat/trailer parking allowed on-site
-- THE LOCATION --
SEE + DO: Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum (0.3 miles), Sail Pepin (0.4 miles), Pepin Marina (0.4 miles), Pepin Depot Museum (0.7 miles), Little House Wayside Cabin (8 miles), National Eagle Center (11 miles), Broken Paddle Guiding Company (11 miles) THE GREAT OUTDOORS: Lake Pepin (0.4 miles), Sail Pepin (0.4 miles), Maiden Rock Bluff State Park (9 miles), Nelson-Trevino Bottoms State Natural Area (9 miles), Coffee Mill Ski Resort (13 miles), Buena Vista Park (19 miles), Hok-Si-La Municipal Park (27 miles), Frontenac State Park (33 miles), Whitewater State Park (41 miles) TWIN CITIES ATTRACTIONS (~77 miles): Target Field, U.S. Bank Stadium, Minnehaha Park and the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, Mall of America LOCAL EATS: Garden Pub & Grille (0.3 miles), The Pickle Factory (0.4 miles), Harbor View Cafe (0.5 miles), Homemade Cafe (0.7 miles), Villa Bellezza (1 mile) AIRPORTS: Rochester International Airport (65 miles), Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport (71 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $25 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 1, dogs only) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This property requires 2 steps to access - NOTE: Please observe quiet hours after 10:00 PM - NOTE: Although the primary bedroom does offer central air conditioning, there is no air conditioning in the other bedrooms and living spaces. There are ceiling fans in every room
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating 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)
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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Pepin is home to this cottage. Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum and Pepin Depot Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pepin Marina and Villa Bellezza. LARK Carousel and Reads Landing are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting. Visit our Pepin travel guide
Is Lake Pepin Cottage w/ Patio - Walk to the Marina! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Lake Pepin Cottage w/ Patio - Walk to the Marina!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lake Pepin Cottage w/ Patio - Walk to the Marina!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lake Pepin Cottage w/ Patio - Walk to the Marina! located?
Situated in Pepin, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Pepin and Mississippi River. Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum and Pepin Marina are also within 10 minutes.
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Lake Pepin Cottage w/ Patio - Walk to the Marina! Reviews
Reviews
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The cottage was very cute and exactly what we needed! We went to a wedding at a local winery and we were actually able to walk back to the cottage, so the location was great! Would definitely stay again!
The cabin was everything we needed for the weekend. Nicely stocked with useful things and great for morning coffee on the deck or watching TV on a rainy afternoon. Will consider renting again.
Quiet neighbourhood. Big covered deck with ceiling fan was awesome. Furniture was basic but comfortable. Second bedroom was small and dark- OK for kids perhaps not for adults. Loved the shower.
Christine R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lydia
16 Jul 2024
Great Place!
Overall we would definitely stay here again. My suggestion is to bring plenty of things to stay cool as there are 2 AC units but no central air so one bedroom is pretty hot at night. In the winter it looks like it did have baseboard heat throughout the cabin. Also may consider bringing any special pots/pans for cooking as the selection was pretty limited. Everything looked pretty clean when we arrived!
Was a little misleading. Couldn’t use the garage. It was full of clutter. Floors needed swept when we arrived and thought they needed repainted or updated. Overall it was nice, quiet and well kept. We enjoyed our stay.
My son and I traveled to Pepin to fish for a couple of days over Spring break. This property drew my attention because of it's cabin rusty look. It's a nice little property in a quite neighborhood. We did not find the garage useful. Be sure to remember your toiletries and any extra amenities you may want.
Property was a great location for our activities. Would suggest whoever does the cleaning of this rental pay better attention, especially the bathroom. Areas missed with toilet, cobwebs and spider webs in shower and window sill in bathroom. There were blankets folded inside the ottoman in livingroom that were dirty.
Overall a good experience.
The house was cute. The outdoor patio was really nice. The shower was clean. We loved some of the unique features/finishes of the home. What we didn’t love was the harness of the mattress and living room furniture, the expired toothpaste that was provided (2021), the dirty extra blankets, and the unwashed wine glasses that were put back on the shelf. The house was fine for what we needed, but we probably would not stay here again.
My besties and I wanted to find a small place to book for a weekend of crafting a relaxing. The place was exactly what we were looking for. Would recommend to anyone.
We had a great long weekend. We had everything we needed.
Debra T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Melissa M.
1 Mar 2026
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
You couldn’t get a hold of anyone via email, phone or text. The response time was 48 hours or more and all they said was they don’t handle any onsite needs. There wasn’t a garage or driveway as noted in the posting, but rather glass, broken woods, debris from the torn gown garage. Dangerous walking to get to the property door. Beds were clean but floors were not. Okay place to just lay your head, don’t expect much.
Check in was simple and easy. The kitchen facilities were clean and available. Enough dishes for everyone and cleaning supplies but also very bare bones.