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Country Living Getaway at Josie's Guest House

Holiday home in Brownsdale with kitchen and patio

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Welcome to Josie's Guest House
Front Porch Entrance
Front door entry
Main Floor Living Room- 3 pull out twin sleeper sofas.
View into Living Room from dining area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11278 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Brownsdale, MN
  • Place, Jay C. Hormel Nature Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, East Side Lake Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Spam Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Country Living Getaway at Josie's Guest House

Welcome to Josie's at Ibling's Family Farm. This updated home is situated in Brownsdale, MN located on a family farm site that has been in our family for more than 100 years. Named Josie's after my mother who resided there. This location provides a beautiful venue for families, couples retreats, and girls weekends.
We are 90 minutes south of the Twin Cities just off Hwy 56. We are less than 45 minutes away from Rochester, MN home of the renowned Mayo Clinic.
In today's hectic busy world, let this be your escape from the daily grind and a place to recharge your batteries. Relax and enjoy the natural beauty that surrounds you. You can experience that top of the world feeling in the meadows of brilliantly colored wildflowers with Minnesota wildlife.
Enjoy the walking trails or the breathtaking views from the deck. You can go out and explore all that nature has to offer. Have a morning cup of coffee on the beautiful wrap around porch.
This house is perfect to bring the whole family! Parents can enjoy the upstairs level with complete kitchen while the kids enjoy the downstairs level of the home that is more catered to them. This home is ideal for family time or for girls night out, romantic retreats, business travel, bridal/baby showers or other small events. There couldn't be a more perfect spot for your unique gathering. You are welcome at Josie's!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brownsdale

Brownsdale is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jay C. Hormel Nature Center and Cedar River, while Paramount Theatre and Austin ArtWorks Center are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks and winery tours.
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Brownsdale, MN

What's nearby

  • Jay C. Hormel Nature Center - 12 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Decker Park - 13 min drive - 18.3 km
  • East Side Lake Park - 14 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Spam Museum - 16 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Riverland Community College - Austin Campus - 17 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Mill Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lansing Corners Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪cheers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Windrift Lounge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rachel's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country Living Getaway at Josie's Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Country Living Getaway at Josie's Guest House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Country Living Getaway at Josie's Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country Living Getaway at Josie's Guest House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Country Living Getaway at Josie's Guest House located?

Situated in Brownsdale, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Cedar River, Jay C. Hormel Nature Center and Decker Park. East Side Lake Park and Neveln Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home for families visiting the area. Plenty od room and everything needed to have a great vacation. Enjoyed staying here with family while visiting grandparents in Austin.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful stay
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfecf. Came for daughters wedding. House fitted our family sleeping needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place. No issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice,cute, big house. Easy to find. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting grandparents/great grandparents in Austin (102, 92, & 94 years of age)

We came from Virginia to visit grandparents/great grandparents with my family. Enjoyed our stay. Very clean and loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding experience. Everything we needed, and everything we could have wanted, and more. We loved the amenities.Very clean and well thought out. You can tell the owners of this property genuinely care. Good people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mac T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very pleasant and well-maintained. We were able to easily have 5 adults each have their own space. The kitchens were both well-stocked with cooking utilities that we made good use of. The location was also nice- being on the edge of town meant that we didn't have to worry about loud neighbors disturbing us. Overall, this was a good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country getaway

It was such a beautiful house! Loved the location. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our main objective on this VRBO was location and it was perfect since it was close to our mom who was in Assisted Living in Brownsdale. Overall, the house was good. Really like the outdoor porch area. The property manager was very responsive. We did have a few suggestions: 1) Get some new towels. The towels were old (like the ones you use in your garage). 2) Get curtains. The windows only had blinds and some of them didn't even fit the window size so there was a 2" gap to the outdoors. It would give it a much cozier vibe.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, Peaceful Place to Rejuvenate

We came for my nieces wedding and to visit with my brother who lives in Brownsdale. It was a perfect three minute drive to his house. It was a wonderful vacation, and my favorite part was sitting on the front porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation

My daughter graduated college and my family is from Kansas City, Mo. This was the perfect place for us to gather and celebrate our graduate!! We have stayed here one other time and it was perfect as well!! Thank you for a great visit and stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfonso A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very happy

We really enjoyed at this property. So spacious and very clean and organized. We recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our only complaint is no fault of the owner. There is a highway running by the property that carries tons of semi trucks, which I assume are using this to avoid the DOT weigh station on interstate 35. They are LOUD. Adding to the noise, the speed limit goes from 60 to 30mph just down the road, so every truck is either accelerating or slowing down. The trucks like to use their jake brakes. The only reason it was an issue was because we were working nights, so trying to sleep during the day was a challenge. There are also no curtains, just shades in the bedrooms, so with the bedrooms all getting the western morning sun, between the semis and the brightness, not a good place to stay in the unlikely event you would try to sleep during the day. But again, not the fault of the owners. Otherwise,a very nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Getaway with Beautiful Views and Great Location!

My husband and I were looking for a couple of nights away to rest and relax, and this property in Brownsdale was just perfect. As folks from rural Minnesota, we appreciated the charm of the area, and this place felt like a home away from home.The property offers complete living quarters—including kitchen and bathroom—on each floor. We chose the top floor and loved the modern, open-concept layout and the lovely views. It made for a cozy, peaceful retreat.The location is fantastic: just a short drive to Austin, where we enjoyed dining and entertainment. We also noticed the owner has additional properties nearby, which would be perfect for larger groups wanting to stay close together.We’d definitely recommend this spot to anyone looking for a relaxing stay with all the comforts of home. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Farm House

The house worked perfect for our family. Property was as described and had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice location!

Location was great, close enough to the city to have everything we needed but far enough away to have the country feel. Home was clean and had everything we needed to make it home away from home for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Looking forward to staying here again

Loved staying at Josie's Cottage. Beds were very comfortable, WiFi was strong to get work done, many options for sitting outside, all in a picturesque setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Getaway

This beautiful home worked well for our family stay in the area. We love to be able to have a "Home away from home".
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Place

Will be coming to stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rajkowski Family trip 2024

It worked out perfectly for what we needed and the country side was an added bonus with its beauty.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Older home that brings back childhood memories

This is our second stay at Josie’s. Great home with lots of beds and room for families. Kitchen is well stocked for cooking. Close to Austin and Blooming Prairie where our extended family lives. Not fancy but just right.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Came for a family reunion. Accommodations are better than a hotel room!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Josie’s Farmhouse

We had a very relaxing time together at the farm. It was an awesome getaway to the countryside.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AUSTIN BRUINS WEEKEND

Great location to spread out with a bigger family to catch my son's hockey games. There was a septic issue next door that we were thankful we were informed of - and we understand stuff happens. This place really fit our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

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