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Charming, 2 BR/2 Bath home on the Root River Bike Trail in Whalan

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A two-story house with a porch, outdoor seating, and a small garden area.
A house with a grey roof and a red chimney, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a sink. There is a broom hanging on the wall and a plant on the left.
A hallway with a glass console table displaying a framed photograph, a pair of cowboy boots, and a framed picture of horses.
A dining area with a wooden table, four chairs, a ceiling fan, and a door with a stained glass window.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Root River
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Whalan, MN
  • Place, Root River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Winona State University
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Luther College
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

King Main Floor Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Aux bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming, 2 BR/2 Bath home on the Root River Bike Trail in Whalan

They Cyclin-Inn house, located in rural Whalan, This turn of the century house is well equipped with all of your vacation home needs. It is a 2 bedroom/2 bathroom house, Located on the Root River State bike trail on the edge of Whalan. A wonderful deck in the front of the house, and if you prefer, there is a cement patio between the house and the garage, a great place to eat in the shade of the evening. Here you will find plenty of green space and a great view of the night sky.
Within 5 minutes drive to Lanesboro, you will find Sylvan's brewery, the Commonweal theatre, shopping and several restaurants/bars. The river is just on the other side of the bike trail, less than a block to the river. On the river, you can enjoy tubing, kayaking, or canoeing. It is a stocked trout stream, so you can even enjoy guided fishing tours. This area has a few Amish communities, that you can explore too. On the Root River State Bicycle trail, you will enjoy 62 miles of paved cycling experience. There are plenty of hiking trails too! This was a successfully marketed VRBO home from 2007-2018 with great reviews and now it is back. It is a sister property to the Cyclin-Up Inn. We look forward to your stay.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Thank you for your stay. Please turn off the lights and lock the doors.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5068585vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Lanesboro

Located in Lanesboro, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Commonweal Theatre Company and Lanesboro Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Lanesboro Arts Center and Houston Nature Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Map
Whalan, MN

What's nearby

  • Root River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Niagara Cave - 27 min drive - 45.3 km
  • Forestville Mystery Cave State Park - 30 min drive - 42.0 km
  • Winona State University - 41 min drive - 69.8 km
  • Luther College - 46 min drive - 81.9 km

Getting around

  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Court Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burdey's Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Root River Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sylvan Brewing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Juniper's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, 2 BR/2 Bath home on the Root River Bike Trail in Whalan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming, 2 BR/2 Bath home on the Root River Bike Trail in Whalan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming, 2 BR/2 Bath home on the Root River Bike Trail in Whalan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, 2 BR/2 Bath home on the Root River Bike Trail in Whalan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming, 2 BR/2 Bath home on the Root River Bike Trail in Whalan located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Root River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Commonweal Theatre Company and Lanesboro Arts Center. Lanesboro Historical Museum and Sylvan Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cozy would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. The house was clean and in a beautiful scenic location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Polly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is a perfect location for Bicycling pie loving individuals. With lovely wildlife of owls, dear, and horses on the property. All in view from a relaxing porch swing. A very fun location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Adrian A.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
We really wanted to love this place, part of a birthday gift vacation to our two adult daughters. However, by 2am, 4 hours after our arrival, we determined we had to pack up everything to drive an additional 2 hours to get to a hotel with sufficient refrigerator space (because the VRBO fridge was at 60 degrees; hundreds of dollars of food supplies were in danger of spoilage and were eventually lost). Also, the strong odor of mildew was so strong our adult daughters were having an allergic reaction of headaches and nausea. We couldn’t stay any longer. In addition, we had to throw away a used, slightly bloodied flossing pick left on the kitchen counter and the thermostat was unresponsive after 2 hours to get below 75 degrees or decrease the high humidity. We were thankful when the host apologized, admitting that the flossing stick must have been hers. She agreed to give us a refund for the 5 days we had booked. But hours later she sent another message, refusing the refund and called us liars who probably lie to lots of people.I don’t know which is worse, losing our vacation and all the money we invested in it, or being accused of lying (although we have photos showing mildew, the refrigerator thermometer and stained furniture). I can’t explain her changed story. All I know is we have a 5-star guest rating and if we were trying to defraud her, we chose a very painful and ineffective way to do it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We live in a busy city and appreciated the quiet surroundings. Unfortunately the clock in the living room chimes every 15 minutes. When we're on vacation we appreciate not knowing the time as we had no schedule. We found the clock disruptive and affected our sleep.The owner likes antiques. The dresser in the main bedroom has a musty, old smell and I had some issues with my asthma. We should have brought our own towels. The ones provided were old and only 2 bath towels and not enough wash cloths for a 5 day stay. We had to find areas to hang the towels to dry to be used again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Tammy Hughes

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Originally from Duluth, MN. I moved here and fell in love with the area. The beautiful bluffs, chiseled out by the Root River, make this one of the most beautiful places in the state.

Why they chose this property

The quaint small town of Whalan is a wonderful place to spend some time outdoors with your friends.

What makes this property unique

with a bluff in the back yard, and the river and the bike trail in the front, you can spend all day, just watching the bikes go by.

Languages:

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