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Quiet Cottage in the Valley with Outdoor Sauna
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 4
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Explore the area
Winona, MN
- St. Mary's University of Minnesota1 min drive
- Minnesota Marine Art Museum7 min drive
- Winona State University8 min drive
- La Crosse, WI (LSE-La Crosse Municipal)48 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Quiet Cottage in the Valley with Outdoor Sauna
Nestled in the bluffs of Winona, Minnesota, The Driftless Retreat is a cottage in the valley just one mile from Saint Mary's University and a 10 minute drive to downtown Winona and the Mississippi River.
The cottage features a private front and back entrance, large backyard, and woodburning fireplace.
Our hope is that The Driftless Retreat is just that, a retreat away from the every day. We believe that every detail matters and take pride in making your time here relaxing and enjoyable.
The space
The Driftless Retreat is located along Gilmore Valley Road. There is a steep shared driveway and the cottage is first home on the left. The space includes two bedrooms with a king and queen bed. There's also a pull out bed in the sofa in the living room. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances and a coffee and tea bar along with typical cooking items. The bathroom has a rain shower and hand held shower head. We supply all natural Public Goods shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, and hand soap. There is a medicine cabinet and storage closet in the bathroom where you will find towels for each guest. A washer and dryer is available for guest use at no cost. There are two televisions on the property in the living room and master bedroom with access to Netflix. Finally, there's a beautiful wood burning fire place in the living room for small fires on cold evenings.
Guest access
We will send you a code before check-in that will get you in the front and back door.
Other things to note
Be careful as you leave the driveway as it is steep.
This property uses a surveillance device (smart doorbell) and is only used for security purposes.
The cottage features a private front and back entrance, large backyard, and woodburning fireplace.
Our hope is that The Driftless Retreat is just that, a retreat away from the every day. We believe that every detail matters and take pride in making your time here relaxing and enjoyable.
The space
The Driftless Retreat is located along Gilmore Valley Road. There is a steep shared driveway and the cottage is first home on the left. The space includes two bedrooms with a king and queen bed. There's also a pull out bed in the sofa in the living room. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances and a coffee and tea bar along with typical cooking items. The bathroom has a rain shower and hand held shower head. We supply all natural Public Goods shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, and hand soap. There is a medicine cabinet and storage closet in the bathroom where you will find towels for each guest. A washer and dryer is available for guest use at no cost. There are two televisions on the property in the living room and master bedroom with access to Netflix. Finally, there's a beautiful wood burning fire place in the living room for small fires on cold evenings.
Guest access
We will send you a code before check-in that will get you in the front and back door.
Other things to note
Be careful as you leave the driveway as it is steep.
This property uses a surveillance device (smart doorbell) and is only used for security purposes.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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 deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Winona
Winona is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Aghaming Park And Preserve, while Remlinger Muscle Cars and Minnesota Marine Art Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Winona Indoor Tennis Center or Altra Federal Credit Union Stadium.
Winona, MN
What's nearby
- St. Mary's University of Minnesota - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
- Lake Park - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
- Minnesota Marine Art Museum - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
- Winona State University - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
- Sugar Loaf - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Zesto West - 6 min drive
- Culver's - 5 min drive
- Taco Bell - 5 min drive
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Caribou Coffee - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Heather Beier

Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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