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Unique, Renovated Barn Vacation Rental in Donnelly

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Interior
TV, books, music library, video library
TV, books, music library, video library
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, Internet

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Unique, Renovated Barn Vacation Rental in Donnelly

With rustic charm and modern amenities, 'The Boars Abode' is an ideal setting for outdoor enthusiasts, hobbyists, families, and travelers visiting Donnelly and all it has to offer. What was once a family-farm hog barn is now an endearing, renovated retreat. This unique vacation rental house offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a loft, and is situated across the street from 300 acres of public wildlife land in the Geise Waterfowl Production Area. Your next family vacation awaits!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Outdoor Entertainment Areas | Large Recreational Room | 11 Mi to Pomme de Terre Lakes Public Water Access

Bedroom 1: 2 Queen Beds | Bedroom 2: Twin Bunk Bed, Twin Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Loft: 2 Queen Beds | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play

OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, basketball hoop & swing set, outdoor shower, patio w/ dining area, picnics tables, smoker, large backyard, yard games, basketball hoop, volleyball court, 2 fire pits, large playground, swing set & kids’ toys, walking trail access on-site, access to community fitness center
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs w/ Roku & surround sound system, 16-person dining table, ZenWave massage chair, high-top bistro tables, board games, books, 2,700 sq ft
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, fridge, oven, 4-burner stovetop, microwave, island w/ seating, breakfast nook, drip coffee maker, Crockpot, toaster, cooking basics, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating & A/C, ceiling fans, heated floors, washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, laundry detergent, hair dryer, high chair, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Stairs required for access, owners on-site (separate unit)
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

NATURE PRESERVES: Geise Waterfowl Production Area-Stevens County (0.5 miles), Kill Waterfowl Production Area (1 mile), Delong Waterfowl Production Area (6 miles), Cheney Trust Waterfowl Production Area (9 miles), Macsville State Wildlife Management Area (10 miles), Nachbor Waterfowl Production Area (11 miles)
HIT THE LINKS: Pomme De Terre Golf Club (16 miles), Tipsinah Mounds Golf Course (29 miles), Hardwood Hills Golf Course (36 miles), Pebble Lake Golf Course (42 miles)
LAKE DAYS: Lundberg Lake (4 miles), Barrett Lake (5 miles), Cottonwood Lake (5 miles), Niemackl Lakes (7 miles), Big Lake (12 miles), Quam Lake (31 miles), Lake Oscar (31 miles), Lobster Lake (39 miles)
AIRPORTS: Benson Municipal Airport (36 miles), Hector International Airport (99 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required at check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs for access
- NOTE: Pets are only allowed on the bottom floor
- NOTE: The owners live on-site with their dogs in a separate home and may be present during your stay. The dogs are friendly and contained to the owner's home

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 6 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: USD 100
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

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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

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 100
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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

'the Boars Abode' Renovated Barn Home in Donnelly! Donnelly
419372

About the area

Map
Donnelly, MN

What's nearby

  • Stevens County Historical Society and Museum - 23 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Kjenstad Park - 24 min drive - 24.9 km
  • University of Minnesota - Morris - 25 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Lakeshore Park - 57 min drive - 60.5 km
  • Essentia Health-Holy Trinity Hospital - 59 min drive - 55.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabin Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sax's Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique, Renovated Barn Vacation Rental in Donnelly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 100. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Unique, Renovated Barn Vacation Rental in Donnelly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique, Renovated Barn Vacation Rental in Donnelly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique, Renovated Barn Vacation Rental in Donnelly located?

Set in Donnelly, this family-friendly holiday home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Stevens County Historical Society and Museum, University of Minnesota - Morris and Kjenstad Park. Starbuck Public Beach and Kensington Runestone Park are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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Unique, Renovated Barn Vacation Rental in Donnelly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

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

Great place to stay

Great place ton stay property manager very nice and great service. Very nice facilities entire family had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Great family Time

Great location for larger groups. Open living areas with plenty of beds and baths. Recommended to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

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

Girls weekend

Amazing property, perfect for our group of 11. Loved the theme, very comfortable. Enjoyed the pool, hot tub, and yahtzee board. Great communication with owner. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Linda

Our familys 4 day stay

Beautiful place, wonderful pool,, lots of floaties. Play and patio areas nice outside. It did not suit our family of 14 well for sleeping. Bedrooms very small. Windows and window sills dirty
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Nice, spacious, friendly

This place is very nice, with plenty of space. Our large group could all be upstairs or downstairs together with plenty of room/seating in either. The owners are very nice and in my opinion, genuinely happy to help with questions before-during-after. I have recommended and showed this to many people before we stayed, and can now report back to them it surpassed my expectation by far! We went in December, so we couldn't utilize all the great stuff that's offered outside the house. But after the stay I want to do a summer trip here. I was worried that from all the nice pictures, I may be disappointed when I got there to stay. Let me ease your mind and say that it is exactly as advertised, beautiful! Have and will continue to recommend this place to friends and family. Hope you guys start seeing an uptick of more guests from southern minnesota😀 thanks for a great place to stay that surpassed all expectations!
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10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Great stay!

Awesome property lots of room, plenty of beds! Loved the open space to hang out with a big group. The hosts are great respond quickly and have added plenty of items to the home for comfort and enjoyment!

10/10 Excellent

Madeline B.

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

Perfect space for a large group!

Absolutely loved our stay at the Boar's Abode! The property was clean, huge and great instructions for getting in. We absolutely loved the large couch, kitchen and space downstairs allowing for everyone to be in the same space within filling packed to the brim. Would definitely recommend this to any large group! The pool and outdoor are perfect for spending the entire day outside, whether just hanging out or playing games. Amazing property and incredibly nice and responsive owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Nicky

So Much Fun!

We stayed here for my sisters bachelorette party weekend! Just a relaxing girls weekend! Kayla greeted us and made sure we had everything we needed! She is a wonderful host! We enjoyed the pool & hot tub many times throughout the weekend! The barn has a huge variety of games to play indoor and outdoor. They had amazing WIFI! We all were connected on our phones and had no problems at all. Netflix was also available on the tv! There are just so many options for things to do! There are sound bars available for speakers. We connected through Bluetooth for music and it was plenty loud! Our group just can’t express how awesome this place was! We enjoyed our stay so much, we already were planning another stay before we left! Thankyou Kayla and family!

10/10 Excellent

Laura Z.

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

5 stars!

We had such a fun time at this property! We had 6 adults and 6 kids and there was plenty of room for us all! We loved the big living area and couch upstairs for movies, the pool/hot tub were warm and clean, but we especially loved the spacious, open basement where the kids could ride the little cars around and adults could sit snd play games. The woods have some fun trails through them that the kids loved to walk through and we enjoyed morning walks down the main gravel road. No complaints!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janice P.

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

Fun times

We all enjoyed our weekend! Was nice having a pool and hot tub! Games were played and enjoyed. So all in all, a wonderful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Clean & Relaxing

The abode was a clean, comfortable and spacious place to gather with friend scattered across MN/SD. Great for adults and kids— they have enough to do on site there is no need to leave if you’d rather just hang out and relax… pool, basketball hoop, running space, small walking trail to explore, hot tub! If looking for more adventure, plenty of things to do, places to eat, shop, etc within 15 miles or so. Kayla was super helpful, accommodating and kind in all interactions.

10/10 Excellent

Liz T., Woodbury, MN

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

Great for our group!

We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 night stay with 8 adults ages 20-50 at The Boars Abode. Kayla and Aaron have thought of everything to make guests feel comfortable. We were there over the 4th of July and it was in the mid 90's each day. We were concerned it might be hot inside the barn but the AC on all levels kept things very cool and comfortable. The amenities that were provided were all top quality and the entire place is spotless. The decor is tasteful and fun; furniture is carefully thought out to provide room for everyone. The guys thought the craftsmanship of the construction of the home was amazing to look at throughout our stay. Book it today!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Liz

Perfect for our family

We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 night stay with 8 adults ages 20-50 at The Boars Abode. Kayla and Aaron have thought of everything to make guests feel comfortable. We were there over the 4th of July and it was in the mid 90's each day. We were concerned it might be hot inside the barn but the AC on all levels kept things very cool and comfortable. The amenities that were provided were all top quality and the entire place is spotless. The decor is tasteful and fun; furniture is carefully thought out to provide room for everyone. The guys thought the craftsmanship of the construction of the home was amazing to look at throughout our stay. Book it today!
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10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Amazing!

This is amazing! What a hidden treasure! I would recommend this place to stay to anyone!! Great place to have a party! Great people to work with also. Very accommodating! Recommend to everyone!

10/10 Excellent

MAry Beth W.

The Barn exceeded our expectations and I can’t wait to rent it again.

This is a fabulous quiet spot for a family reunion, grad party, wedding, yoga retreat, scrapbook or quilting weekend or girls getaway. Kayla is a skilled decorator and the pictures on line don’t do the Barn justice. She is very accommodating and flexible as well. Sadly we were in the area for a funeral but the Barn was the perfect place for our extended family to spend time after the services. Everything you can imagine is in the cupboards and drawers here, toys galore, a kitchen better stocked than any other place we’ve stayed, cozy blankets for anyone sitting on the massive living room sofa. Those 6 feet tall or more may have some trouble with the length of the twin beds, and the steps to the loft are a challenge for anyone with mobility issues but there’s plenty of space to make it comfortable for everyone and we can’t wait to rent again!! MBWaage
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ashlei T.

Great place with so much character!

It was a great place for a girls getaway - the openness and character added to the weekend fun. Very clean, close to small town for shopping or eating, overall a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joey S.

Perfect!

Had everything we needed and clean. Very kid friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanne Knutson

Perfect for the Holidays

Such fun and comfortable accommodations for our family of 7 to spend the night after our group of 18 had our family thanksgiving celebration in the Boars Abode. The space is great and decorated so cute! It was perfect for our family dinner and celebration!
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10/10 Excellent

Shadow Rohloff

So Cozy!

Such an adorable cozy atmosphere!! The Erdahl’s are amazing hosts! This was the perfect place for our event, we loved everything about it!! Looking forward to visiting/booking The Boars Abode for more events to come!!
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10/10 Excellent

Lori Wevley

Above and Beyond~

Talk about Minnesota nice...from the atmosphere to the hospitality, The Boars Abode exceeded our expectations! Aaron and Kayla are such gracious hosts who truely care about your event and stay, very accommodating and easy to work with. They go above and beyond!! The property is a little piece of heaven, so cozy and relaxing nestled in the country. Our sons graduation is only the first of many family events to be held here!
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10/10 Excellent

Lexi Mahoney

Wonderful Experience!

Our family just hosted Christmas at The Boars Abode and we had he best experience. It was the perfect place for our large family! The kids loved the hockey rink and laser tag, while the adults relaxed in the beautiful refurbished barn. It was the perfect accommodation!
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10/10 Excellent

Rodger

Amazing!

Just an amazing comfortable location, we had our gender reveal and baby shower here. The upstairs is extremely comfortable, nice common area downstairs. It's just amazing what they have done to the place. If you need a place for a event I would highly recommend it.
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10/10 Excellent

Karla Brummond

Clean and Cozy

Clean, cozy atmosphere with plenty of space for indoor and outdoor play! Thanks for the awesome hospitality!
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie Roske-Kramer

Will use again!

Beautiful setting & location, the barn gives you a rustic yet cozy feel, clean, & just an atmosphere that can’t be beat! The hosts are also very friendly & easy to work with. I’d definitely use this location again!
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn Bauer

Great Girls Weekend!!!

This place is amazing! My girlfriends and I had a wonderful weekend relaxing, laughing, scrapping, eating and catching up here! We are definitely coming back again and again!! The accomodations are great and the hosts are wonderful! Everything you need in one spot.