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Relaxing Country Log House on 65 wooded acres

Holiday home in Rice with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Terrace/patio
Dining
Nestled in 65 wooded acres, The Log House offers a serene retreat for families and groups. Gather on the deck for dinner or relax by the fireplace while watching sunsets from the front porch. Take a short hike through surrounding woods teeming with wildlife or explore nearby Mississippi River Park.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Relaxing Country Log House on 65 wooded acres

Need space for a family get away, a wedding party, for your golf buddies or for your small group retreat? The beautiful log house in the midst of 65 wooded acres outside Saint Stephen offers space and peace to make this happen. Watch sunsets from front porch, gather for dinners on the deck or relax in front of the fire place - the Log House will not disappoint. The woods surrounding the house offers hiking trails for walks, and deer and turkeys can frequently be seen.

Weekly rentals run Friday to Friday to optimize the weekends.

Please note our caretake lives in a separate structure located 50 yards from the Log House and can be a great resource should you have any questions or concerns during your stay.

A short 10 minute drive, you can visit The Mississippi River Park which offers year around hiking and biking trails, archery range plus cross country skiing trails in the winter all for free. https://www.stearnscountymn.gov/394/Mississippi-River-County-Park

Come stay and recharge at the Log House!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
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.

Rules

Property Manager lives in a separate living quarters on property
Please strip all used beds before leaving and places sheets in laundry baskets.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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
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

About the area

Map
Rice, MN

What's nearby

  • St Cloud Hospital - 26 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Crossroads Center - 27 min drive - 24.2 km
  • St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center - 28 min drive - 23.5 km
  • St. Cloud State University - 29 min drive - 24.3 km
  • College of Saint Benedict - 29 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Cloud Station - 24 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scooter's Coffee - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Winner's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Riverboat Depot - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Corner Pocket Saloon And Eatery - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Country Log House on 65 wooded acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Relaxing Country Log House on 65 wooded acres?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Country Log House on 65 wooded acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Country Log House on 65 wooded acres?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Country Log House on 65 wooded acres located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Mississippi River and within 12 miles (20 km) of CentraCare - St. Cloud Hospital Palliative Care and St Cloud Hospital. Sportsman's Park and Joe Faber Field are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Relaxing Country Log House on 65 wooded acres Reviews

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Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful country location for our family gathering. Very well groomed landscaping and the house was wonderful for entertaining and visiting. Thank you! Owners were always responsive to my messages and made our stay very easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

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

Family weekend

Everything we read is 100% true! The place is absolutely amazing and was a great place to spend some quality time with family!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke C.

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

Kk

Great place. Very clean and beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey D.

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

Lovely

Our group enjoyed the lovely setting and made life-long memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garrett F.

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

Great, relaxing, large, beautiful

Awesome place to relax as a family. We stayed for a wedding down the street and had plenty of room for our whole family. isolated to the point you wont hear anything except for wildlife. might even see some too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

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

Friends Getaway

Beautiful, peaceful property just perfect for a friends getaway. Lovely gardens and comfortable, well furnished home with much indoor and outdoor common space. Great for families and children as well. We enjoyed spending a day at nearby Collegeville.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

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

Everything You Need

The log house was perfect for our group - plenty of rooms and common spaces to play games and make memories. Kitchen was well stocked so cooking was a breeze. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Beautiful Property, great horticulture, well equipped home.

We are 5 life long buddies who get together one weekend a year. This was a great setting for grilling, yard games, privacy and laughter.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pete H.

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

Retired Friends Reunion

This property fit our group of 9 very well. Well maintained property. Walking trails were great. Appreciated the beautiful flower beds. It was very welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmel F.

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

Family gathering

Fabulous cabin! Our dog enjoyed exploring the acres of woods. We had a winter bon fire. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

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

Best Place we’ve ever stayed

The home was exactly as explained and had many personal touches. We enjoyed everything and will definitely stay here again. The turkeys in the yard were very interesting and we all learned a lot about them on google. Great stay and made lasting memories and learned something new. Doesn’t get any better.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Perfect Winter Retreat

The log house is amazing! Very spacious, comfortable, and clean. Great light from all the windows. The kitchen is equipped with everything you could need. Watching the wildlife at the bird feeders and trees while enjoying the fire was enjoyable and relaxing. Hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Beautiful Home in the Woods

The beautiful log home worked so well for a group of 8 adults on a mid-winter long weekend getaway. We spent hours in the light-filled sunporch and enjoyed morning walks on the wooded trails. FYI--the 2nd floor of the house has a spacious bathroom with just a tub--no shower. However the second bathroom on main floor worked well for those wanting a shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M., MN, USA

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

Winter Trip!

We had a wonderful time! The layout worked great for our group of 4 adults and 5 kids to spread out and come together without feeling crammed. The cabin was well stocked and decorated. The land surrounding the home was breathtaking and the abundance of wildlife was not disturbed by our hours of sledding in the back. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

Perfect in every way!

This property has it all! Comfortable beds, large rooms and spaces to spread out both inside and out. Generously appointed kitchen with everything we needed. The hosts could not be nicer. We loved the log cabin feel with lovely windows showcasing fall leaves from every angle. We will definitely be back!!! Thanks to the hosts for making our stay so enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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

Pictures don’t do it justice!

This place is beyond fantastic! So much space to spread out and great sitting areas to come together. Incredibly clean and well stocked with anything you could want. Mary was wonderful to work with and responded quickly. The beds were comfortable and the water was nice and hot. I hope to go back in the fall to really enjoy the outdoor spaces. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse P.

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

Had everything i want

Very beautiful home with fun trails. Rustic, hunter and cowboy themes. Looking forward to return with adult friends for a getaway. Worked for the family but anyplace our crew is alot to keep up with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

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

Staying with family for a wedding

This is a stunning home that was immaculate and inviting! We stayed for our daughter's wedding. There were 3 couples and two single people, and so we needed 5 bedrooms. The only odd thing is that one "bedroom" is really in a sort of hallway, and you need to walk through that room to get to the 5th bedroom. It was a gorgeous place. I wish we had longer to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cutest log cabin! Thank you for having everything that we could possibly need! We enjoyed both fire pits, Blackstone grill, the huge yard, cornhole game, etc. Beds were comfortable and walk-in shower was able to accommodate my uncle that uses a walker. Plenty of space for the 8 of us that stayed there. Highly recommend! *Note that the maximum amount of people is 15 at one time, so even though it’s a big house with a lot of land, you aren’t really able to have any sort of family reunion or party there unless it’s under that limit. Also had to put trash bags in car and drive to the bins at the end of the driveway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN D.

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

Perfect get a way from the city

Five adult siblings and spouses enjoyed a relaxing stay at this extraordinary log home. Very clean and well equiped and furnished home meeting all our needs. Exceptional property with beautifully landscaped grounds, hiking trails and multiple outdoors seating areas. On site caretaker was welcoming and helpful. Plan to return again as soon as possible. Recommend without any reservations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allen L.

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

Private, secluded, fantastic stay

I stayed here with four buddies for our annual guys trip. We do this every year and this was one of the best experiences we’ve had. The property is secluded so you can sit around the fire and not worry about disturbing anyone. The home was clean and well decorated and had everything we needed. Despite being so secluded it’s still a very short drive to bars and restaurants. I had a few questions ahead of time and the owner always responded quickly and friendly. The home had pots, pans, utensils, aluminum foil, everything we needed. I don’t think there was anything we needed or even wanted that the home didn’t have.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful getaway with friends. The place was so relaxing and had all the details. So lovely !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip G.

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

If you’re thinking about booking this place - just do it!

I cannot say enough praise about the Log House. The owners have put a lot of time, thought, and effort into making this a beautiful, relaxing destination. The house is practically in the middle of nowhere surrounded by beautiful scenery. The grounds are meticulously maintained and if you think the pictures in the listing are too good to be true … if anything, the opposite is true. The pictures don’t do it justice. If I had a vacation home, this would be it. Bravo!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wade F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, loved the location and beauty of it all.Will consider staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Without a doubt, the Log House was the best vacation home I've ever rented, and I've been renting vacation homes on and off since the early 1990s! The house is well-designed, furnished very tastefully, and well stocked with kitchen cookware and utensils. The property grounds are spectacularly planted and immaculately maintained. But the best part about the Log House is the Owner/Host, Hege, who was very timely in responding to my inquiries and extremely helpful with my requests. All in all, the Log House was the very best vacation rental I have ever had. I hope to rent the Log House again and highly recommend it I'd recommend it to anyone who wants to rent a rural vacation home that is beautiful in all respects!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025