House in Norcross, MN

Redpath Retreat- enjoy the quiet beauty of the prairie in this private cottage

Redpath Retreat- enjoy the quiet beauty of the prairie in this private cottage

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Our little retreat on the prairie.
WELCOME!
Comfy living room
Late summer hay bales across the road
Wildflowers and grasses along the creek in front of the porch

Overview of Redpath Retreat- enjoy the quiet beauty of the prairie in this private cottage

5 out of 5 Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Norcross, MN
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Minnesota - Morris58 min drive
  • Popular LocationDakota Magic Casino62 min drive
  • AirportFergus Falls, MN (FFM-Fergus Falls Municipal)63 min drive
  • Popular LocationPelican Lake66 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Redpath Retreat- enjoy the quiet beauty of the prairie in this private cottage

Enjoy the peace, quiet and beauty of all of seasons in our lovely private cottage. Our farm site including our home and the cottage sits on a creek surrounded by 40 acres of wildflowers and prairie grasses. It is located on the west central Minnesota prairie and is home to abundant wildlife. Watch the sun rise and set and enjoy campfires under star filled night skies. A great place to get away from the everyday hustle and bustle of our lives and back into the nourishing embrace of nature. The cottage is a renovated granary with a rustic look and with all the modern conveniences. The original granary floor, barn wood and antiques mix with the modern comforts and conveniences. A loft accommodates a queen size bed and the living room has a comfortable queen size sleeper sofa. A fully equipped kitchen makes cooking easy and a full bath with shower will meet all your needs. Relax on the screened in porch or inside by the cast iron fireplace. Amenities include a flat screen TV connected to Dish network, Bluetooth enabled stereo system, DVD player, microwave, a Kuerig one cup coffee maker with an assortment of teas, coffee and hot chocolate. Enjoy sitting by our meditation garden, walk the trails, watch our entertaining chickens and gather their eggs for breakfast. Starting in spring you can canoe on the creek that flows through our property and in winter enjoy ice skating and cross country skiing on it. The area is on a migratory route and is host to many birds and waterfowl. Deer walk through the yard and other wild life is frequently viewed. Especially alluring is the peace and quiet of this country respite.

Property manager

Vicky Radel
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
There is a $50 pet fee. Leash required in yard.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Norcross

Located in Norcross, this cottage is in a rural area. Local points of interest include Sanford Wheaton Medical Center and Lake Traverse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Sanford Wheaton Medical Center - 21 min drive
  • Essentia Health-Holy Trinity Hospital - 46 min drive
  • University of Minnesota - Morris - 58 min drive
  • Dakota Magic Casino - 62 min drive
  • Pelican Lake - 66 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Redpath Retreat- enjoy the quiet beauty of the prairie in this private cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Redpath Retreat- enjoy the quiet beauty of the prairie in this private cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Redpath Retreat- enjoy the quiet beauty of the prairie in this private cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Redpath Retreat- enjoy the quiet beauty of the prairie in this private cottage located?

This family-friendly Norcross cottage is located in a rural location, 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Sanford Wheaton Medical Center, and within 32 mi (52 km) of Lake Traverse and Essentia Health-Holy Trinity Hospital. Prairie Ridge Hospital & Health is 31.4 mi (50.6 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly Haven
Darling, comfortable residence surrounded by the peace of nature. Was the perfect secluded respite my soul needed. I will be back when the wildflowers are blooming.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

Tess V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place like I love my own home
We’ve stayed here seven times and each time is magical. So quiet and peaceful, with everything you need to have a cozy weekend and very few distractions. It’s a little piece of paradise on the prairie!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

5/5 Excellent

Nate K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Base Camp
A convenient, relaxing place to stay when working and playing at our nearby land.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

Nate K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to home
This was a great place to have as a ‘base camp’ when spending time on our family land near by!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Danette A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prairie Paradise
Wonderful time at our little prairie paradise despite having to vandalize our pick-up due to locking on us with keys inside. Thanks Steve & Vicky!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Vicky Radel

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We both grew up in the area and graduated from Wheaton High School in 1972. After high school we moved to the Minneapolis/St. Paul area where we lived for 30+ years and raised our family. Over the years we often spent time at Steve’s family farm. In the early 2000’s, with no one living there anymore, the farm site was becoming sadly dilapidated -- yet the land, trees and water continued to hold a great sense of peace and beauty.
We decided to buy the farm site, not quite knowing what we would do with it but wanting to preserve and restore its beauty and share it with others. We cleaned up 100 years worth of metal and junk and planted 6 acres of wildflowers and grasses to add to the hundreds of trees that were already there.
The process took several years. During that time we made weekend journeys to camp at the farm and do the work we could. We quickly found ourselves reluctant to leave at the end of the weekend. We decided to build a small home with plans to perhaps retire there.
In 2007 we moved into our new home (although we are not retired) and have been here ever since. We are so grateful every day that we are able to live here, enjoying the quiet beauty of the prairie, its sunrises and sunsets, the star filled night skies, amazing birds and wildlife, and of course our pet chickens who entertain and feed us (eggs only!)
We both have a keen interest in art. Steve graduated from University of Minnesota Morris with an art degree with a focus on sculpture and continues to explore his favorite medium. Vicky is pursuing her own interests in photography and encaustic painting (painting with pigmented wax). Our newest project on the farm is her new art studio. Vicky is also is an experienced practitioner of acupuncture and has a clinic in nearby Wheaton.

Why they chose this property

Since our house is small, we realized we needed additional room for guests. We found an old granary a mile away and had it moved to our site. In the spirit of recycling, we transformed it into a beautiful guest cottage that we have decided to share with people looking for a peaceful retreat like ours.

We love our decorating projects and have incorporated antiques and furniture from our parents and grandparents, barn doors from an uncle's abandoned farm 1 mile north of us and the horseshoe we found while digging the foundation. The original granary floor is refinished and a screen porch lends that relaxed country feel.
The cottage is about 200 feet from the house, where sight lines and trees maintain a sense of privacy for both buildings.

What makes this property unique

It is hard to find a truly quiet place in our busy world. A place where the city lights don't interfere with the view of the stars and a place you can find solitude if you wish. Long walks along the river (or on the river in winter) with the interplay of nature and wildlife are nourishing to the heart and soul. You can read or write a book while sitting on the porch or by the fireplace. You can watch the birds at the feeder or see water fowl at area refuges. Perhaps an eagle will fly over as you sit by the river or go out in the canoe. The deer walk through the property regularly. Whether it is a special event or a week long getaway the beauty of the prairie's big skies will greet you.

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