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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Stillwater, MN
  • Lowell Park
    18 min walk
  • Chilkoot Cafe and Cyclery
    7 min walk
  • Saint Paul Union Depot
    25 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown)
    27 min drive

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5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (233)
The price is $870
$791 per night
$870 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Cottage on the lake near downtown Stillwater

About the neighborhood

Stillwater

A stay at this cottage places you in the heart of Stillwater, within a 5-minute drive of Brick Alley Studio of Massage and Bodywork and Ice Castle. .This cottage is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Lowell Park and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Saint Croix River.
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What's nearby

  • Lowell Park - 18 min walk
  • Ice Castle - 20 min walk
  • Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum - 3 min drive
  • Lift Bridge Brewing Company - 4 min drive
  • St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Saint Paul Union Depot - 25 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Freight House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Nelson's Ice Cream - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Oasis Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's Irish Pub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Leo's Grill & Malt Shop - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic James Mulvey Carriage house (Whole house)

The Estate of James Mulvey has graced historic Stillwater for 133 years. Located on an acre campus overlooking a ravine on Stillwater’s south hill area, walking distance from downtown, the Italianate stone Carriage House has welcomed guests to a historic inn experience for over 20 years.

Built originally to house the Mulvey’s collection of carriages and fine horses; later made into a home and gifted to his daughter for her wedding. Today the Carriage House has been beautifully renovated to resemble an English cottage in the Cotswolds, complete with a traditional gourmet kitchen, rustic beams, and French doors that cascade out to a balcony overlooking the ravine and the private pool. The rooms are each thematically inspired by everything from the French wine country, to the roaring 20s, and even an ode to the original horse stables in the lower level farmhouse.

The upstairs rooms (Art Deco and Bourdeaux suites) each have their own private bathroom, jet tub, fireplace, and a balcony overlooking the landscape. The lower-level Farmhouse suite is its own separate quarters that house one queen bed and an air mattress; complete with a living area that walks out to the backyard pool, a kitchenette, a private bedroom, and a spacious private bathroom with a luxury shower.

Experience a European getaway, just blocks away from the historic downtown Stillwater.

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- Check-in is any time after 4 pm. There is no in-person check-in.
- Check-out is at 11 am
- A maximum of 12 people and 5 cars are allowed on the property. Must park in one of the off-street parking spots available. On-street parking on Harriet Street is not allowed for you or visitors at any time during your stay.
- When the season permits, the pool is very refreshing and we recommend you enjoy it! There is a skim cleaner “bot” (we call Betty Bot”) that is always cleaning the top of the pool. You can take her out and turn it “off” if you want to swim without her in there. Please just make sure to turn her back on and place her back in the pool when done using.
- The hot tub is available year-round.
- We only provide a few pool-specific towels and we appreciate it if you do not use bath towels outdoors. So, if you plan to use the pool and have several guests, please bring pool towels with you when you travel.
- No pets allowed

Upon booking, you'll receive a link to our James Mulvey Inn guest page, there you’ll find informational videos and updates about the property. Also, you are welcome to share any of your favorite memories or photos here as well.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Mandee Puente

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Massage
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Historic James Mulvey Carriage house (Whole house) Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ladies' weekend!
Five of us ladies had a wonderful weekend stay at the Carriage House! We especially enjoyed the themed rooms/areas of the house, the big kitchen, and the hot tub (although there were extensive instructions, we almost didn't use it because we didn't want to mess anything up). A charming property just minutes away from all the cute shops and restaurants in Stillwater. Would definitely stay there again sometime!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Venture
6 - 62 year old women friends since elementary school. Beautiful house and stay. We all had wished there was a main floor bathroom at our age😅Close to downtown Stillwater in a quaint neighborhood. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming property
This was the perfect place for our family to stay while we were in Stillwater for a long weekend celebrating a 50th birthday. We were within walking distance to downtown, although it is a uphill walk back to the house so we chose to Uber back. It's in a nice, safe area with a cafe, bakery, and a bar/restaurant just a few blocks away. I highly recommend this property and would love to return during the summer months to enjoy the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

GAIL S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Celebration
There were 6 of us and absolutely loved by all. It was very roomy, clean and tastefully decorated. The kitchen is gorgeous and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding guests
My elderly parents, my middle aged sister, her husband and their 2 daughters (20's) thoroughly enjoyed their stay during my son's wedding weekend. The suite downstairs was perfect for my parents - very few stairs and their own lounge area with a mini kitchen. Perfect for their needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Tasteful
Very nice accommodations within walking distance to town. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding
We absolutely loved the VRBO and it was a gorgeous house! The only negative was that I thought there were enough spaces on beds for 8 people. The VRBO only sleeps 6 comfortably. The cot and air mattresses weren't very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint quiet home
We are three high school couples spending a few days together. The house was very comfortable and the location was very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia W., Marcia Willey

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Get-Away
The rooms were very clean! The kitchen was well supplied with all that we needed. The outdoor pool was a hit! We encourage others to visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls getaway
Absolutely beautiful!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tera G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming!
Very charming house with neat decor!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jamie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay review
Carriage house was charming & an experience we will remember forever. We stayed for our wedding weekend. It was absolutely perfect. The only thing we’d change is the high amount of cameras made us feel like an extreme invasion of our privacy. We felt like every move was being watched - which depleted our infancy of the wedding weekend stay together as a newly married couple. Besides that we had an amazing experience. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enchanting little get away.
The house was perfect. It was an enchanting little get away. The house was roomy, yet cozy. Great for staying in-coking at home, playing games, watching movies, yet close enough to downtown to experience the daytime shopping- restaurants and bars- and night life. Being outside, was like a fairytale. We spent time in the hot tub and pool- and took a lot of pics. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stillwater Wedding Weekend
Having lived in Cornwall, England, we felt liked we’d been whisked away to England. The home is so incredibly charming. It was the perfect base camp for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay
My family and I had an amazing time at this property. The home is beautiful. The pool was well maintained. We would recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Pearl A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique property
We had a fun time at this unique, charming property. We were a bit surprised to learn that the 2nd queen bed in the farmhouse suite was an air mattress but it all worked out ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, quirky, fun, comfortable, historical, home in Stillwater
Stayed in mid August for 4 nights. Visiting friends around the Twin Cities. This house is about 30 minutes from both spots so was perfect for us. The home is amazing. Well stocked amd clean. The kids loved the swimming pool and we used it whenever we were at the house. Even hosted some old friends and their kids one evening and everyone just swam and played. Property is on a dead end street bordered by woods on one side. Very quiet. Property managers were easy to communicate with and responded promptly the one time we had a question. It is a great summer rental but now we want to come back and stay in the winter!!! Such a cozy and inviting place. The pictures are 100% accurate. No surprises. This historic home exceeded our expectations! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
It was a beautiful and historic property. I would like to rent it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic weekend getaway
Lovely home for us as we celebrated my sister's milestone birthday. Enough room where we could all eat/play games/watch movies together, but also enough space where we could get away a bit for sleep, down time, privacy. Walking distance to downtown shops, but feels like a tucked away gem!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Sally D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice family weekend
We enjoyed the home. Very much. It is very charming and in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolene S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, Cozy and Clean
We really enjoyed our stay at the Carriage House. The unit is clean, well equipped and so cute. We would love to return in the summer when we could use the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Dee K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and cozy
My daughter and I stayed for 5 days in February. This property is at the end of a dead end street with off street parking. Check in was contactless and easy. Nathan was very responsive when we needed something for the kitchen. The kitchen is modern with everything new. My room was smaller than the pictures look, but cozy. My daughter who slept in the master had a great space. It was very convenient to Stillwater and all it has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023