Minnetonka Cape Cod Charmer 6 mi. to Minneapolis--Garden Acre near I-494 & I-394
About this house rental
Located in Minnetonka, this lovely house for £211 per night is a great option for your next break. Minnetonka Cape Cod Vintage Charmer with classic features throughout that were recently refinished. First floor includes a large living room with a wood burning fireplace, 65" TV with Roku and leather queen sleeper sofa, a center hall with mahogany stairs, formal dining room, bathroom, refinished oak floors, several closets and entry rooms, antiques and leather furniture. The first floor also has a bedroom with a mahogany 4 post queen bed and Sleep Number mattresses. Adjacent to the bedroom and separated by room darkening draperies is room with a whirlpool bathtub/shower & vanity, an antique English armoire, French doors to the backyard gardens and new 6 panel oak doors to the living room which can be secured. The fully equipped kitchen has a refrigerator with ice and water, stove with convection oven, dishwasher, disposal, Corian counter tops with marble back splashes, etc. Lower level includes a new bedroom, bathroom with marble shower and family room. The second floor includes bedrooms, all of which have antique desks, and a full bathroom with new granite topped vanity. Gardens and patio: Outside there is a large brick patio with three tables, gas grill, wood burning stove, etc. all surrounded by gardens and paths to the large, private rolling yard with its pond, waterfalls, professional landscaping and gardens. Gorgeous acre of gardens and rolling landscaping with pond, waterfalls, birds, deer and wildlife. Pick your own flowers, apples, cherries and raspberries. Antiques, hardwood floors, brick patio and sidewalks, basketball hoop, regional bicycle trail 200' away with bikes included. Set on a secluded, safe cul-de-sac of 5 homes on acre lots seemingly away from it all but convenient to Interstates 494, 394, Lake Minnetonka with its 125 miles of shoreline, Shady oak Beach, Minneapolis and its Chain of Lakes, downtown Hopkins and its farmer's market, Excelsior and Wayzata with their boat cruises, upscale shopping and restaurants. Walk to Minnehaha Creek, 3 parks, tennis courts, Dunn Brothers coffee shop, churches, art and historic tours of Minnetonka Mills. Biking distance to Ridgedale Mall, Ridgehaven Mall, Target, Hennepin County Library, etc. Mall of America is nearby as are MN Twins, Vikings and U of MN stadiums. Kid Friendly:: Minnetonka has about 50 parks including several within walking distance. Minnehaha Creek runs through Burwell park 3 blocks away which is a historic farmstead/flour mill with picnic grounds. Meadow park is a short walk or ride up bicycle trail and has tennis courts, play equipment, walking paths through huge nature preserve, ball field, picnic areas, hockey and ice rinks. Home comes with basketball hoop and ball, soccer ball, football and room to play. Baseball and tennis equipment upon request. Shady Oak Beach is a short drive and has lifeguards, swimming dock, diving boards, etc. Lake Minnetonka is about 4 miles away and has 125 miles of shoreline, numerous swimming areas including beautiful beaches at Excelsior Commons, Deephaven and Minnetonka Beach. Fishing opportunities exist at Minnehaha Creek about 3 blocks away, throughout Lake Minjnetonka and the City of Minneapolis Chain of Lakes. Sight seeing and Dinner boats are available at Excelsior City Docks, Wayzata. Al & Alma's, etc. while private boats can be rented at various points along Lake Minnetonka,'s shoreline. The nearby towns of Hopkins, Excelsior and most others in the area have farmer's markets.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Minnetonka, MN
Reviews
4.3/5.0
Excellent(35 Reviews)
2.0
The pictures posted are definitely from this house, however, they are from many years when the host was on the market to be sold. There is twice as much furniture/stuff in the house than the pictures show. The caretaker was very responsive and the location is good. In order for listing to accurately represent the property, new photos should be posted.
5.0
The house is on a quiet street with a lovely backyard. The children were enchanted by bunnies on the lawn and baby robins in a nest. The house has old-fashioned country charm with comfortable beds and lots of big TV screens. The area has lots of bicycling trails which we love.
4.0
It was ok. It sleeps 14 if you use all the sofa, futon and trundles but it did not have enough space for everyone to gather in one room. The dining room is dark and way too much furniture that is not useable. Some of the bedroom storage was already filled with items(maybe if the homeowner). Some of the closets with extra bedding had a mildew smell so didn’t use it. Overall it worked but my advice to the owner would be to make the furniture more purposeful and not just to fill the space with useless things. The owner was slow to respond and when I requested to change my dates i felt ignored and ended up paying for nights I didn’t need. Communication with the owner was terrible. The yard is nice with tables and umbrellas with a bbq. Kitchen was clean and had spices and some staples. Great location for just about everything.
4.0
a good stay. Quiet and peaceful.
1.0
I wish I could post pictures. This property is not cleaned or maintained. Antiques replaced with garage-sale cast offs. Owner contacted immediately but never responded. Booked five night but couldn’t take it after one night.
-Boxes of booze bottles and other trash in driveway
- Rotting pumpkin outside entry door
- Food-stained kitchen cupboards and oven
- Oven door dripping with some milky substance
- Mildew smell pervading house
- Used shampoo bottles in bathrooms with soap dripping down sides
- Used, grimy bath toys on tub rims
- Pubic hair on bathroom wall!
- Bedroom with mahogany 4-poster bed with sleep number mattress? Nope. Sagging mattress on plain old bed frame. That bedroom had a refrigerator, hot plate and some kind of warming tray. Looks like someone is squatting here.
This property should does not represent VRBOs usual quality. We contacted VRBO to report this property.
5.0
Very. nice older house on a culdesac. I had a little confusion getting in but was able to get owner on phone who talked me in and the rest was great. I will stay here again
5.0
Accurately advertised. Great suburban location with great access to the highlights of Mpls area.
Comfortable home as pictured. Nice spacious back yard and nice outdoor spaces. Well functioning air conditioning and water pressure.
5.0
It was a pleasant vacation meeting family members in a house with a lot of antiques and holiday decorations. The house is really warm, cozy and relaxing. I can tell that the owner has put a lot of efforts in decorating the house, in an old fashion that young generation would never appreciate. My family loved it and felt like home.
We texted Jim before arriving, asking for a Christmas tree. When we got there, the tree was up with lights turned on. On a heavy snow night, we messaged Jan for some plumbing issue, she sent Mr. Appleby to resolve the problem right away. They responded to the request quickly.
The house is at a cul de sac in a safe and quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed family walk after every dinner.
We are so happy that we made a good choice for this good location, nice neighborhood, reasonable pricing, cozy house for Christmas.
Thank you Jan and Jim for the host.
Ping ans family
5.0
Nice place for a family reunion
It was a pleasant vacation meeting family members in a house with a lot of antiques and holiday decorations. The house is really warm, cozy and relaxing. I can tell that the owner has put a lot of efforts in decorating the house, in an old fashion that young generation would never appreciate. My family loved it and felt like home.
We texted Jim before arriving, asking for a Christmas tree. When we got there, the tree was up with lights turned on. On a heavy snow night, we messaged Jan for some plumbing issue, she sent Mr. Appleby to resolve the problem right away. They responded to the request quickly.
The house is at a cul de sac in a safe and quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed family walk after every dinner.
We are so happy that we made a good choice for this good location, nice neighborhood, reasonable pricing, cozy house for Christmas.
Thank you Jan and Jim for the host.
Ping ans family
2.0
The location was great
The house smelled of mold
And it was cluttered
We would not rent it again unless the owner cleaned it thoroughly
2.0
Great location - cluttered and smelly house
The location was great
The house smelled of mold
And it was cluttered
We would not rent it again unless the owner cleaned it thoroughly
5.0
Jim’s place is a great home away from home. We stayed ten weeks with our family of five and were very comfortable. Enough room for everyone to have their own space, plus office desk, fast internet, big TV, large yard and outdoor entertaining space, and fun puzzles and games. Close to regional bike trail and Meadow Park with tennis courts and walking paths. Jim was friendly and responsive to all of our concerns.
5.0
Comfy long term stay
Jim’s place is a great home away from home. We stayed ten weeks with our family of five and were very comfortable. Enough room for everyone to have their own space, plus office desk, fast internet, big TV, large yard and outdoor entertaining space, and fun puzzles and games. Close to regional bike trail and Meadow Park with tennis courts and walking paths. Jim was friendly and responsive to all of our concerns.
5.0
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2.0
The floors and dishes were dirty and many of the dishes needed cleaning before use. If you are paying a cleaning fee, you would expect to arrive to a clean house. The grounds are not well taken care of and foliage is overgrown. The photos listed do not accurately display the condition of the home and property. There was a bee's nest in the backyard and 2 of our family members were badly stung. Hazards as such should be professionally removed for the safety of visitors. There is lots of clutter on the grounds (7 grills - many of them did not work so I didnt understand why they were all there) and many unnecessary pieces of furniture in bedrooms and living spaces that made it feel cluttered. There were also no check out instructions listed.
Good things about this place is that it could easily fit a large family and the host was responsive but we do not have plans to stay here again.
2.5
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2.0
Problems with cleanliness and photos no longer portray the shape the property is in
The floors and dishes were dirty and many of the dishes needed cleaning before use. If you are paying a cleaning fee, you would expect to arrive to a clean house. The grounds are not well taken care of and foliage is overgrown. The photos listed do not accurately display the condition of the home and property. There was a bee's nest in the backyard and 2 of our family members were badly stung. Hazards as such should be professionally removed for the safety of visitors. There is lots of clutter on the grounds (7 grills - many of them did not work so I didnt understand why they were all there) and many unnecessary pieces of furniture in bedrooms and living spaces that made it feel cluttered. There were also no check out instructions listed.
Good things about this place is that it could easily fit a large family and the host was responsive but we do not have plans to stay here again.
5.0
This property met our needs for our family weekend event perfectly. The outdoor patio was perfect for grilling, dining, and an evening camp fire.
On-line photos don't begin to show the charm the house has and large common spaces.
5.0
Great, would stay here again!
This property met our needs for our family weekend event perfectly. The outdoor patio was perfect for grilling, dining, and an evening camp fire.
On-line photos don't begin to show the charm the house has and large common spaces.
2.0
Floors were not clean in any area. Dust, food crumbs, coin, etc. Dishes and silverware needed to be washed before being used. Property could be beautiful but needs a complete cleaning and removal of excess clutter. No checkout instructions. If I pay a cleaning fee I would expect a clean space upon arrival.
2.0
Issues with cleanliness
Floors were not clean in any area. Dust, food crumbs, coin, etc. Dishes and silverware needed to be washed before being used. Property could be beautiful but needs a complete cleaning and removal of excess clutter. No checkout instructions. If I pay a cleaning fee I would expect a clean space upon arrival.
4.0
Not quite ready when we arrived but it turned out well.
4.0
Good sleeping areas and a lot of TVs.
Not quite ready when we arrived but it turned out well.
4.0
This home met all our needs for our family gathering of 6 adults and 4 young children
We had a good family gathering at this "home away." The house was clean and the yard offered good space for toddlers to run and play. Neighborhood was quiet and safe. Beds were comfortable for all to sleep on. Kitchen was well equipped. Thank you for letting us use your "home away" for our family gathering. Inside the house was more "crowded" with furniture than pictures showed, especially the lower level. The family room/recreation room in the lower level was so packed with furniture and assorted beds (including queen bed, some sort of sofa bed, and futon) that it was difficult to walk around the room. It offered no space for people to sit and talk. Otherwise, the home was a relaxing and safe place for 3 generations of our family to gather, ages 64 to 9 months.
5.0
Cozy home with tons of charm.
Loved this property! The neighborhood is beautiful, and the yard is absolutely charming! This is a very sweet home completely stocked with everything you could ever need. Jim was very responsive and so kind, he was a pleasure to deal with. We will definitely stay there again!
5.0
Perfect
Everything came as advertised. Would recomend
5.0
Masters World Cup Ski Family
The house worked out great for our family!! Really appreciated the the 3 levels! Bathroom on each level and a TV in every room. Dining room and living room areas were great to socialize and gather, but also nice spaces for privacy. The house was a bit cluttered, but had everything you could possibly need and then some! Washer and dryer were very convenient for our 9 night stay. Kitchen area was nice size and adequate. Again had plenty of dishes, glasses, etc. We would absolutely come back!! Jim, the owner communicated very well and provided a no hassle , no problem, delivered as promised experience. Thank you Jim and thank you VRBO!
5.0
Neighborhood Retreat
In the cities for a wedding. I grew up here, moved away and had 11 other family and friends coming for this event. Wedding was downtown, but it took only 15 minutes to get there from our location. Having beds, bathrooms, a full kitchen, so many places to hang out (outside yard was wonderful), a big table to eat together or play games was SO MUCH better than separate hotel rooms. 2 washer/dryer units, irons, hair dryers, towels. etc. etc. etc. I am all about family and this was the best stay for all of us outside of an all inclusive resort in Mexico that we have ever stayed at. Would book again in a heartbeat.
Greg
4.0
FELT AT HOME
This property made me feel like I was at home.
Even had the courtesy to supply shower products, and a blowdryer!!!
I did have a problem with the garbage disposal one night and contacted the owner,Jim.
He quickly responded and it was fixed.
I had a wonderful time there!
1.0
The pictures of this house do not reflect the current condition of the house.
I do not usually write reviews but in this case I felt a need to make an exception. This house was very disappointing as it was far from what was reflected in the pictures. When we arrived, the door with the code was open and the lights were on. The house, in general, was not clean. There was food in the refrigerator and dishes in the dishwasher. The refrigerator and stove were dirty. The shelves and the drawers in the kitchen had not been cleaned in a very long time. There were dishes with food stuck to them in the cupboards and greasy, dirty silverware in the drawers. The sinks and the toilets were questionable. The sheets and the towels did not appear to be recently laundered. The floors were dirty and we were unable to put our 1 year-old on the floor. Your feet would be black if you walked barefoot in the house. Additionally, we found the garbage cans were completely full for the first 5 days of our stay. Nothing was posted in the house to indicate garbage pick up days or emergency numbers, etc. There was water leaking up through the bathroom floor in the basement. The dryer squealed the entire cycle. We thought the TV in the living room was not working for the first few days until we discovered the wall plug was dead.
There was a snowfall while we were there and it would have been nice to have a fire in the fireplace except that there was a heavy couch positioned in front of the fireplace. There were several pieces of furniture placed haphazardly in the house. The basement bedroom actually looked more like a storage unit than a bedroom.
The first night we were unable to cook a meal without doing considerable cleaning first. We were able to speak with the owner after spending almost an hour on hold with HomeAway. The owner ultimately hired a "cleaning service" to come in for 2 hours the next day. We had to pack up and move our things to the car and vacate for a few hours. The cleaning service turned out to be a woman and a teenage boy. They did the best they could in 2 hours but it would have taken at least a couple of days to make the house liveable.
Be aware that you are on your own to settle with the owner. We would have left if there had been a refund, but couldn't afford to leave without money back. HomeAway took no responsibility for the condition of this house and wasn't able or willing to advocate for us with the owner.
5.0
Adorable house!
We spent a lovely few days with family over Thanksgiving. The house was a perfect gathering place. Immaculate, well-maintained, cozy and very charming. The house had everything we needed and enough space for five adults, two teenagers and a baby. We had great time and loved the house. Next time we'll come when the weather is warmer so we can enjoy the yard and the quiet neighborhood. Thanks!
5.0
Great house and quiet location.
This property was perfect for our family. We enjoyed both time together and space where we needed it. The house had all the stuff you needed in kitchen and being able to do laundry was a plus. Snow service was good and on time. On the outskirts of the Twin Cities, we were close enough to family, but in a very quiet area. There is a mall and grocery store near by. We had six and everyone had enough room. Beds were great, heating was good. I bet the summer is better with a big backyard, covered in snow for us. It had a nice patio and gas BBQ. Fireplace was great and even had wood for the first night. There is a fireplace store near by which sold good wood for $5. Don't use gas station wood. The house was clean and had plenty of towels, with girls that is a big plus. Overall I give this place and owner high praise.
Dan
5.0
Perfect family house
The house was perfect - charming, quiet yet conveniently located, and roomy. It was even better than I had hoped for.
My sister was getting married in the Twin Cities, and my husband and I were able to stay here with my brother and sister and their families, and my parents. The house is on a large yard on a cul-de sac off a quiet, wooded road that lulls you into feeling that you are in the country. There were two convenient playgrounds nearby, a historic house and mill site with a park a few blocks away, and a convenience store and two places to get ice cream within walking distance!
The house itself is lovely, with thoughtful 1930s and 40s elements, and the hammock and ponds in the yard were a treat. It was also conveniently near a Super-Target and a full-service grocery store. I would absolutely rent this house again.
5.0
Great House!!!
This very nice home was as described! Exeptionally clean and well maintained! Excellent neighborhood and plenty of restauants and shopping nearby! Located on a culdasac so no traffic or street noise. There was a really nice park up the street for the kids to play in. Kitchen was well stocked with all you need but the food! Plenty of room! We slept 6 adults and 3 children easily! Never felt like we were tripping over ourselves. Very relaxing!!! Owner and caretaker were easily contacted! Would rent again in a minute!!!
4.0
Great Property
The property was everything that was mentioned. Great location,quiet neighborhood,close to restaurants and shopping. The house layout and description was accurate. The upkeep of the property could of been better as we felt like we had to clean some when we arrived. The items on the shelves and inside drawers were thrown around messy. The first impression was spiderwebs across the garage doors pulling up to the house. Other then the upkeep the house was enjoyable.
5.0
Great place for a fun weekend!!
We rented Jim's place for a girls weekend, and had a blast!! The house is so cute and comfortable, and the backyard and patio is amazing! We'll definitely be back again!!
5.0
Garden Club Visit
Our group consisted of 8 gals. We found the place be all that it advertised as and more. We had the most relaxing time. The home is spacious and clean. Dinner was out on the patio and breakfast in the large dining room. I plan approximately 5-7 events each year and this unit was one of the best. I speak for all that attended this weekend.
Kevin caretaker and Jim owner were so very helpful.
We visited the Arboretum at the University in Chasta. Which should be a must see for any gardener.
Thank you Jim and Kevin.
5.0
This house has super personality, very cool style.
Hi Jim,
Your house is great. It was very comfortable being there and I love the sense of style in the house. The property is very cool. I watched the tulips grow inches in just two days, every time I would walk out the back door they were a little taller. The first day the tulips were just barely out of the ground and 4 days days later they are 3 or 4 inches tall. We used the two upstairs bedrooms, the beds and linens rock. What a terrific surprise. I will definitely seek out your vacation rentals. Will you please send a link to your other homes? Thank you again for sharing your home
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Minnetonka?
The average price for a rental in Minnetonka is £142 per night. This rental is £69 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Minnetonka Cape Cod Charmer 6 mi. to Minneapolis--Garden Acre near I-494 & I-394. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Minnetonka Cape Cod Charmer 6 mi. to Minneapolis--Garden Acre near I-494 & I-394. Enjoy the water!
Is Minnetonka Cape Cod Charmer 6 mi. to Minneapolis--Garden Acre near I-494 & I-394 pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Minnetonka Cape Cod Charmer 6 mi. to Minneapolis--Garden Acre near I-494 & I-394?
We found 15 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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