10/10 Excellent
Robert S.
23 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Robert S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Apartment
Delightful basement studio in the heart of lake country ideal for two
Lakefront apartment with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 374.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Willmar, MN
- Place, Rice Memorial Hospital3 min walk
- Place, The Barn Theatre5 min walk
- Place, Willmar Conference Center3 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1 is part of the living area.
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Bed
1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Delightful basement studio in the heart of lake country ideal for two
Located adjacent to downtown Willmar and the hospital, this is ideal for traveling staff, students, and interns. Also easy access to MNWest Tech campus and recreational options with
bike trails and lakes. Guests have easy access to shopping, community theater, library, YMCA, and restaurants. Our lovely mid size town with a rural flavor, offers local music venues, a shopping mall, farmers market in summer months, area wineries and brew pubs and an amateur baseball team in the Northwoods League, the Stingers . It is an easy 2 hours to Minneapolis/St Paul and 1 hour to St Cloud shopping, entertainment and regional airport.
The basement studio with private entrance has a queen bed and a single which is on a raised area, an electric wall mounted fireplace, kitchenette, bathroom,shower and laundry available to guests. Off street parking and free WiFi.
My special interest is my perennial ancestry garden for you to enjoy.
bike trails and lakes. Guests have easy access to shopping, community theater, library, YMCA, and restaurants. Our lovely mid size town with a rural flavor, offers local music venues, a shopping mall, farmers market in summer months, area wineries and brew pubs and an amateur baseball team in the Northwoods League, the Stingers . It is an easy 2 hours to Minneapolis/St Paul and 1 hour to St Cloud shopping, entertainment and regional airport.
The basement studio with private entrance has a queen bed and a single which is on a raised area, an electric wall mounted fireplace, kitchenette, bathroom,shower and laundry available to guests. Off street parking and free WiFi.
My special interest is my perennial ancestry garden for you to enjoy.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 12:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Willmar
Located in Willmar, this apartment is in the city centre and on a lake. The Barn Theatre and Kandiiyohi County Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Eagle Creek Golf Club and Big Kahuna Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Willmar, MN
What's nearby
- Rice Memorial Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- The Barn Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Glacial Lakes Trail - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Robbins Island Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Willmar Conference Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min walk
- La Fiesta - 4 min walk
- Azteca Mexican Restaurant - 5 min walk
- panda garden buffett - 2 min drive
- Hardee's - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Rand J.
26 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very enjoyable stay.
Rand J.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ellyn H.
29 Mar 2019
Cozy home away from home
Ellyn H.
Stayed 32 nights in Feb 2019
8/10 Good
Jessica M.
5 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jessica M.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Austen P.
6 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great spot!
Austen P.
Stayed 46 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Natasha V.
20 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy and great communication
Natasha V.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angie L.
26 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Angie L.
Stayed 56 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Taylor B.
15 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Willmar close to the hospital
Taylor B.
Stayed 41 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen L.
21 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Kathleen L.
Stayed 47 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Chris T., Saint Cloud
26 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice space in a cozy home-like atmosphere
Chris T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Retreat 2021
Verified traveller
Stayed 108 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Helen J.
3 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
Helen J.
Stayed 83 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Travis D., Tulsa, Oklahoma
1 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place, Best host
Travis D.
10/10 Excellent
Robert M.
25 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No Extra Charge for use of 2 Kayaks
Robert M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Teresa C.
7 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Teresa C.
10/10 Excellent
Carrie Q.
17 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kay is wonderful.
Carrie Q.
Stayed 92 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Andrew A., Minneapolis
4 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot in a great town
Andrew A.
Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
April N., Oklahoma
29 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Stay
April N.
10/10 Excellent
Jackie C.
28 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay in Willmar
Jackie C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Dave B.
8 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot in a walkable part of town
Dave B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Carol A.
21 Nov 2018
Worked out well for extended stay.
Carol A.
Stayed 53 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Vincent L.
4 Sept 2018
Willmar studio
Vincent L.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Tiana M., Williamsport PA
18 June 2018
Had everything I needed for 13 weeks.
Tiana M.
Stayed 91 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
April N., Oklahoma
19 Aug 2017
The yard is beautiful and studio was perfect!
April N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
OPAL S O.
22 Apr 2015
Willmar Studio
OPAL S O.
About the host
Hosted by Kay Westlie
A long time Minnesotan, I am an avid gardener and love to take photos of my plants.
I bring the garden indoors by displaying photos in my apartment.
As a retired nurse I bring my caring about people into my Vrbo
business.
Thank you for your inquiry.
I bring the garden indoors by displaying photos in my apartment.
As a retired nurse I bring my caring about people into my Vrbo
business.
Thank you for your inquiry.
Why they chose this property
Great residential location with easy access to downtown businesses, public library, rehab services, clinics and hospital for students and traveling staff.
I enjoy being in the historical part of town with the new wave of immigrants succeeding the original European settlers.
Willmar is a railroad town with an active train yard.
I enjoy being in the historical part of town with the new wave of immigrants succeeding the original European settlers.
Willmar is a railroad town with an active train yard.
What makes this property unique
My large backyard with perennial gardens is a source of relaxation and delightful privacy.
Easy access to Robbins Island Recreational park provides a destination playground, disc course, bike trails, walking paths, and lake access for fishing and canoeing and kayaking.
Easy access to Robbins Island Recreational park provides a destination playground, disc course, bike trails, walking paths, and lake access for fishing and canoeing and kayaking.
Languages:
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