10/10 Excellent
Susan W.
1 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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Cozy, Vintage Home, Quiet Neighborhood, Walk or Bike To Lake City's Attractions
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4139.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Lake City, MN
- Place, Gold Star Mothers Park10 min walk
- Place, Reads Landing11 min walk
- Place, Lake Pepin Golf Course21 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Lake Pepin
1 Queen Bed
Mississippi
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
About this property
Cozy, Vintage Home, Quiet Neighborhood, Walk or Bike To Lake City's Attractions
PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION PRIOR TO MAKING RESERVATION.
This Vintage home built in1900 was purchased as our family home in 1987 named Captain's Quarters in memory of my late husband, Riverboat Captain Mark W. Peters. Mark piloted the paddlewheeler Hiawatha, on the Mississippi River and gave guided tours on Lake Pepin. The Mississippi Room consists of a vintage style queen bed, electric fireplace, a private balcony and a ceiling fan. In addition to the electric fireplace and ceiling fan, the home has forced air heat and central air. Robes, towels, a shower mat and an extra blanket have been conveniently placed in the bedroom closet. The bathroom is conveniently located next to the bedroom on the second level. The bathroom has a walk-in shower and a free standing soaking tub. On the main floor there is a washer and dryer available. The kitchen is fully equipped with an eat-in dinette and breakfast counter. It also includes a full size refrigerator with ice maker, range, dishwasher, microwave, 2-Way FlexBrew coffeemaker, toaster, mixer, slow cooker, and all the utensils and cookware needed to prepare a meal if you prefer to eat in. The dining room features a round oak table, gas fireplace, and French doors that open to a wraparound deck which has a charcoal BBQ grill, table and chairs. Living room has a Smart TV and Blu Ray Player. There is also a three season porch with board games, puzzles, books, and electric fireplace. Outside there is a small backyard patio and fire pit, room to play yard games. We provide two vintage style bicycles for your bike riding pleasure. (Available with advance request) Enjoy the peace and tranquility of a small town in a quiet neighborhood with off street parking for two vehicles only. Your visit may be filled with antiquing, wine tasting at area wineries, visiting the National Eagle center, golfing on one of the many golf courses, skiing or snowshoeing (snowshoes available with advance request) in the winter. Complimentary coffee, tea or hot chocolate available for relaxing on the deck or in front of the fireplace, a perfect way to end your day. My goal at Captain's Quarters is to make you feel welcome and comfortable and that when you leave you take a new memory to add to your life's journey.
For our guests' safety, we have a monitoring security camera light mounted at the exterior of the front door.
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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: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed ONLY IN OUTSIDE DESIGNATED AREA.
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, 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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Lake City
Located in Lake City, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Frontenac State Park, while Pepin Depot Museum and Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Lake City, MN
What's nearby
- Lake Pepin - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Gold Star Mothers Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- Reads Landing - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Mayo Clinic Health System - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- Lake Pepin Golf Course - 21 min drive - 14.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dairy Queen - 15 min walk
- Burger King - 3 min drive
- The Whistle Stop - 9 min drive
- VFW Lake City Post 8729 - 11 min walk
- Chickadee Cottage Cafe - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Abbie K.
15 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family
Abbie K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sherrie K.
6 Aug 2018
Great place to stay!
Sherrie K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Dana D.
23 Aug 2018
Love this place!!!
Dana D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Leann P.
28 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Leann P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Randy G., Cottage Grove USA
14 Mar 2017
Perfect in Every Way
Randy G.
10/10 Excellent
James B.
19 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I’m
James B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian M.
15 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
Brian M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Margie G.
21 Aug 2018
Very nice place. Highly recommend.
Margie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Laurie C.
15 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Character
Laurie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amanda C.
24 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Birthday Weekend!
Amanda C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Thomas S.
15 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Thomas S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kari K.
18 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
CUTEST home ever!
Kari K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sharon R.
28 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls' trip
Sharon R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
4/10 Poor
Eileen O.
2 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Family event
Eileen O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sylvia V.
22 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for 3 friends
Sylvia V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Randy D.
2 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blast from the past
Randy D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Pamela B.
31 Mar 2017
It was awesome and amazing 😁
Pamela B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Ann Ripp R.
26 Sept 2017
Charming and Very Clean Home
Ann Ripp R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
10/10 Excellent
stephanie i.
8 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Captain’s Quarters
stephanie i.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Betsy D.
6 Oct 2016
Sister's Getaway
Betsy D.
10/10 Excellent
Karen T.
15 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Home
Karen T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Linda and Mark L.
16 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to area parks with exceptional birding
Linda and Mark L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jackie N.
23 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts
Jackie N.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
David R.
11 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exquisite, classic, cozy, vintage!!
David R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Denise Peters
With the exception of a few years after high school graduation, I am a lifelong Lake City resident. I attended schools in the area and after completion of post secondary education, I worked in the health care system in Lake City for several years, before retiring in 2010. I continue to live here in Lake City with my current husband Lyle, also a long time Lake City resident, enjoying retirement together.
Why they chose this property
This home was purchased by myself and my late husband Mark in 1987. This was our hometown and we loved the area. Mark served in the U.S. Coast Guard and loved being on the water so it was only natural we remained close to the river and the lake. We made a decision to remain here to raise our two children.
What makes this property unique
The house attracted us because it was affordable. Mark and I were young, in our 20's and we were looking forward to owning our first home. The main attraction for us was the location, the age of the house, its wood floors and the open layout of the living room and dining room. As time went on during the recession of the 80's we appreciated the fact that we had a home, these were some hard times. We settled in and added our own touches. The house is very old but exudes a feeling of warmth. After Mark died in 1995 our children and I remained here. I chose to keep our home after they were grown. Welcoming guests and sharing a home filled with memories has been enjoyable. What I love most about my home is who I share it with. When I'm not sharing my home with you it is often used by myself and children for much reminiscing. I have opted to accent it with vintage and antique items some from childhood, others found through my passion for collecting. Current husband Lyle and I meet all our guests at check in. We share information about the area and answer any questions you may have. Because we own and operate, you never have to deal with a property manager, we do it all. We live in Lake City and are just a text or phone call away.
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