Friendly-Farm Retreat

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 537.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

Wykoff, MN

Ed's Museum
5 min drive
Forestville Mystery Cave State Park
16 min drive
Root River
18 min drive
Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.)
38 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Kitchen

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

2 Jan - 3 Jan

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Property address: 23553 183rd Ave. Wykoff, MN 55990. Private apartment with seeping loft on 130 acre farm in the bluff country just minutes from Forestville State Park. Access to your own personal patio and fire pit behind main residence. Wake up late, or early, and enjoy a cup of coffee in the country. The space is completely furnished; kitchen and bathroom with everything you’d need for a relaxing long weekend or extended stay. We live on the property, but will not “entertain” you during your stay. We’ll respect your privacy completely as you respect ours.

Forestville/Mystery Cave;

During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of Ed's Museum. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the apartment.

Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, fireplace and balcony or patio
Free WiFi
On-site recreation includes a playground
1.6 miles (2.5 km) from Ed's Museum and 6.3 miles (10.1 km) from Forestville Mystery Cave State Park

Friendly-Farm Retreat offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Wykoff apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Tammy Eickhoff

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Car recommended
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundromat nearby

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible parking space
Area rugs in public areas
In-room accessibility
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request

Location highlights

In a rural location
Near a hospital

Things to do

Bicycle parking
Optional golf privileges
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Bicycle parking
Garden
Local artist showcase
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Recycling
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Long-term renters welcome

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Friendly-Farm Retreat Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

15 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time on the Farm!

Great hosts! Great location! Great animals! Great space to relax as a couple! Dan spent time with us on the farm answering all of our "City Folk" questions on Cows, Donkeys, Kittens, Dogs, and Farm ownership. It is a wonderful place to relax with the sounds of animals and awesome sunsets!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kay K.

27 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Farm apartment

Our stay was enjoyable. We were close to the small towns we wanted to go and see and the landscape was beautiful We were in Bluff Country. The weather was great too. Every time we came back to the farm we were greeted by the 2 dogs, especially the puppy. Both dogs were cute and fun to be around.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene E.

23 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and relaxing

If you don't mind staying just a bit off the beating path this is the place to stay. The place was exactly what was presented, no surprises.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

21 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wykoff

Everything was perfect.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

4 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

X

Lovely place in the country.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

19 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful beautiful farm stay, family friendly.

It’s a peaceful area except, for the outdoor dogs who might bark, and run around the yard. It says fully furnished kitchen but there were no pairing knives, only 2 large knives. This was our second visit in 4 years. The beds upstairs are not ideal for adults who have pain, or to avoid a head injury climbing up to get there if you’re unsteady is a challenge. The big king bed is fine. The hosts are all friendly. If you like farm atmosphere, it’s a nice place. We wished we could have opened the windows to hear birds and crickets but flys, bugs might come in, so air conditioner is recommended

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger T.

6 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Excelent

Great place

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delaney

Travelled with group

10 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property is beautiful and the donkeys, cows, dogs, and cats were all so wonderful to be able to see and visit. The property owners are lovely - we got to have some good conversations with them. It’s tucked away in the country which is exactly what we wanted, but it’s only a 10 minute drive to Forestville for fishing, and 30 minutes to Lanesboro for the shops and restaurants. We had an amazing time and will definitely book here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney R.

5 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute farm stay

My kids loved our stay. The mini donkeys were a hit. The property was clean and modern. Pets were all friendly!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

3 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful farm location

Tammy and Dan were most accommodating in ensuring our needs were met. We chose this location due to being close to family homes and Forestville Park and it was perfect for our needs. The apartment was very comfortable and well stocked with necessities. Copper and the kitties made us not miss our fur kids as much and were very fun to interact with. Would love to stay here again on a future visit and would recommend to anyone in the area needing a place to stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P., Mulberry, Arkansas

23 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful and relaxing !

The serenity in the country, the hospitality of Tammy and Dan and the pet therapy of Copper and the black kitties was what we needed. The day we arrived the monarch’s were migrating and had gathered in one of the trees on the property. It was magical to see so many gathered in one place. The bed was very comfortable and the towels plentiful.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet little VRBO

Clean and comfortable. Friendly hosts, as well as friendly dog and cats. The farm setting was great.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

7 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Third time

We stay here every time we are in Spring Valley. We love it here. It is nice , quiet and very peaceful.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mardi N.

1 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Traveled with my family to visit Mystery Cave State Park and take in the local sights. This was a great launching point for everything we wanted to do. Thanks, Tammy!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

13 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy Farm Retreat

We stayed here 4 nights to attend a wedding. The rental is well stocked and well furnished, very clean and comfortable, especially the king bed. Great hiking at nearby Forestville Mystery Cave SP. Highly recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Randa D.

29 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

On The Farm

Peaceful and quiet place in the beauty of green farmland. We needed to get out of the city for a few days and this fit the bill. Our host, "Eik" was welcoming and told us lots of stories about his farm. We met the donkeys and dog Copper. One of the things we would recommend is more lighting - the apartment was quite dark. We are older readers and the lack of lamps made it difficult. Perhaps move the large lamp on the dresser in the bedroom to the side of the bed and add another lamp in the living room. The kitchen had most of everything we needed except for bowls - no serving sized bowls were to be found.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy V., Edina

19 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

A little bit of heaven!

What a special place! We were greeted by a friendly dog and two adorable kittens. Check in was a breeze, thr door open. Instructions were all listed with any information we could possibly want or need, but oh so good to have. Spotlessly clean, well furnished. Comfortable couch, bed, etc. Everything we would possibly need, i.e. wifi, television, fridge, coffee maker AND fresh coffee, etc. Beautiful flowers all over their beautiful yard, and all the peace and quiet you would need. Love the donkeys and cows as well. Very friendly hosts, we had a very nice stay in the beautiful countryside. Thanks from us both!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

4 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We loved our stay. Owners were friendly and helpful. All the animals were great. Would for sure stay here again next time we come to the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

11 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and accommodations

As advertised, great place to stay with gracious, friendly hosts.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb G.

10 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Farm life!

Cozy farm stay close to outdoor fun! We enjoyed visiting with Jilly, Artie and all the other farm friends! Accommodations were perfect!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon, Rogers

Travelled with family

31 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very clean and comfotable.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

22 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Respite

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this immaculately clean, homey, and well-appointed home. The escape into the country after exploring nearby bicycling trails, state parks, antique malls and eateries was blissful. Our host Tammy was super helpful and immediately responsive to all inquiries. Highly recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

DIANA F., Twin CIties in Minnesota

30 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Lanesboro Lull

We enjoyed a 2 night stay at the Farmstead. Comfortable and clean and relaxing when we needed it the most. We usually stay in town in Lanesboro but will definitely book this property next year for our annual visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

krystal b.

26 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

What a wonderful stay! We were staying in the area for my 8 year olds birthday and she just loved our stay! The morning greeting by their wonderful dog Copper gave her all the giggles! The day we had head back home, she didn't want to go. Hopefully get back there again! We also want a pet donkey now too :)

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022