Terrace/patio

Reviews of Charming Cottage in Stockholm, WI on Lake Pepin and the Scenic Great River Road


Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
My bridal party and I stayed here the weekend of my wedding. It was the perfect place for us to stay. Plenty of places for us to get ready. We loved the outdoor patio and the location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2023
Dear Kelsey, Congratulations! I'm glad that Banner Cottage had what you needed and in some small part made your wedding day memorable Pat

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome game table
It was clean and cute!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2023
Hello Karen Thanks! I'm glad that you enjoyed your stay! Pat

8/10 Good

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
College Roomies at Fresh Art Tour
We were generally pleased with our stay. Would point out to other senior citizens or those with limited mobility that the only access is through the front door with private parking in the rear of the building making loading and unloading luggage, purchases, and supplies a real challenge to get in. To be fair, there is some on street parking right in front of the cottage, but there is no assurance they will be available to occupants. Most rentals have coffee and condiments on hand…there was not enough coffee in the container to make even one pot. There were plenty of pots, pans, dishes, cups, etc provided. Lots of games on the premises too. It would have been helpful to have written out directions for using the TV…this group of senior citizens is not very technically savvy! Pat was very helpful and even stopped to see if we needed the heat turned on as it was turning cool. Cute little town with some interesting shops and restaurants. The trains run frequently during the night on the very nearby railroad tracks and occasionally woke us up…I think we didn’t notice as much after the first night and considered it part of the ambiance! We were all overall satisfied with our weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2023
Hi Susan, Thanks for your feedback! You are correct that the parking is in the side yard not by the front door. It is possible to pull up next to the building on Mill street to load and unload if there isn't a space out front. We don't provide any food and I thought that was clear in the information provided but I will review that to make sure that it is. Everyone has different preferences and dietary needs. The coffee that was there was left by a previous guest, not everyone is comfortable using food items left there on site. Good idea, I will write up instructions on how to use the Roku remotes for those guests that aren't familiar with using them. I'm almost always just a phone call away and I'm happy to help in anyway that I can. Thanks for staying, Pat

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location Location Location
Great cozy home! Loved the location! Clean and comfortable!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2023
Thank you! I'm glad that you enjoyed your stay. Pat

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
We love to visit Stockholm, and the best way to immerse ourselves is to stay in town, and this cottage is exactly that. This is a return stay here, and we look forward to coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2023
Hi Laurie, I'm glad that you enjoyed staying and thank you for coming back again! Pat

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet little town
We are high school friends looking for a place to meet. Our property fit our needs and had everything we needed. The town is small and we had to drive to find places to eat but found some great places close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2023
Hi Janice, Thanks for staying with us. Depending on the day of the week Stockholm can be busy or quiet. I hope that you found the information book helpful. There are quite a few options of places to eat within 6 miles Pat

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and clean
Entrance not as expected but acceptable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2023
Hi Jenny, I hope that you enjoyed your visit and that you and your family had a good time! Pat

6/10 Okay

Mark H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Banner Cottage
It was nice to be close to shops in town. We liked having the large table for playing games and gathering around. Main floor bedroom with bath was nice for our 94 year old mother. Kitchen was well supplied with dinnerware, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2023
Hi Mary Jo, I'm glad that your family had a good time and that your mother was comfortable! Thanks for staying with us, Please help us improve and tell me why you rated us 3 stars Pat

8/10 Good

Debra H., Franklin, WI 53132

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
Good location, clean overall, enough room for our group of five.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2023
Hi Debra, We work hard to make your stay pleasant Pat

10/10 Excellent

mary n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girlfriends mini vacation!
Great place and location for 5 longtime college friends! Nice to have plenty of sleeping spots, and two bathrooms is a plus! Space indoors & out for visiting. We ventured along the Great River Road to nearby sites, but mostly enjoyed walking around Stockholm. Some fun shops and restaurants. Go to ‘Humble Moon’ 🌝
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Hi Mary Lynn, Thanks for choosing Banner Cottage. Stockholm is a great place to explore and the folks at Humble Moon are awesome! Pat

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staid for a Wedding
The property was perfect for our stay in Stockholm for a wedding at Liberty Tree Farm
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Hi Brandon, Thanks for staying with us. Liberty Tree Farm as a great wedding venue! I'm glad that you had a good time! Pat

10/10 Excellent

Connie C., Putnam IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay
Nice place to stay. There was noise from trains and some traffic, but it did not bother us. Home is older so floors were creaky but that is to be expected. I would not say it is a 4 bedroom home but a 3 bedroom home with a small sleeping area at end of upstairs hallway. Home very well equipped and also very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Hi Connie, Thanks for taking the time to write a review. There are 4 separate private sleeping areas in the house. Yes one is small and has a single bed. I think that the photos showed that.

8/10 Good

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool little spot
Stockholm is a fun little town, and this cottage has a great location, right next to the general store, pie shop and cafe. There is a really great deck off the back of the house, a nice kitchen, and was nice and clean when we got in. Two of the bedrooms are curtained off rooms, but they were private enough. All in all a great spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Hi Kevin, Thanks for the nice review. I'm glad that you had a good time and liked Banner Cottage! Pat

8/10 Good

Paula N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mother-Daughter Trip
Must like quaint setting with some funky characteristics. Very nice kitchen appliances and equipment; plenty of seating for dining and games adjacent. Beautiful deck which we didn't get the chance to enjoy due to rain every day which soaked the cushions on the furniture. We never got them dried out. During out time the weather was also very hot. The air conditioning is window units and lots of fans; only the window in the dining room could be opened easily. The train visits (loudly) multiple times during the day and night; some of us enjoyed it, some of us not so much. Shops around were very nice; Sandy's for clothing especially.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Thanks Paula, Unfortunately the trains run along the river all up and down the Mississippi. It's so beautiful here and there's so much to do and we who love it here have learned to accept them. I'm sorry that some in your group were bothered by them! Pat

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay in the middle of Stockholm
My daughters and granddaughters (5 of us) wanted a chill girls' weekend and this fit the bill! The house adorable, super clean, well furnished and comfortable. The deck was the perfect place to hang out, do yoga, play games and visit. We've been to Stockholm many times and I wanted to stay in the middle of it all and be able to leave the cars parked. The shops are few, but really fun. Hop Dish and Vine is a great spot for lunch or dinner and the Humble Moon Saloon has a great all day breakfast on Sundays. I highly recommend. We also LOVED the trains, which run by pretty regularly. (They don't sound the horn so it isn't obnoxious.)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Hi Katherine, I'm really glad that you had a good time! Thanks for the nice review. The darn trains cause mixed reviews and there isn't a thing that I can do to make them go away. Most people are understanding and don't mind them. Some people actually like them. :) Pat

10/10 Excellent

colette w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stockholm wi
Great location. Loved the outdoor area.very relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Hi Colette, Thanks for staying and thanks for your kind words of encouragement! Pat

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house!
Beautiful old home, comfortable and cozy. Great location on main drag. We enjoyed relaxing on large back deck!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Shannon, Thanks so much for staying! I'm glad that you liked Banner Cottage. I love sitting on the deck in the shade of the big old maple tree. It's also a great place to watch the sun go down. Pat

10/10 Excellent

Jody F.

Liked: Cleanliness
We all fell in love with Stockholm!
There were 8 of us ranging in age from 60-82 and we were all very happy with the property. Everything we could have possibly needed was provided and the location was so fun - close to the wedding venue and the ladies loved the shops. The restaurants in the area were great and everyone we met was very friendly! Oh and the pie!!!! Everyone must check out the pie shop :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Hi Jody, it's a fun getaway destination, and there is the pie!

10/10 Excellent

Roberta M., Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding
The house was perfect for our nieces destination wedding in Stockholm, Wisconsin. Pat was above and beyond helpful and extremely easy to work with and contact. She answered questions immediately and was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Dear Roberta, It was nice to meet you and your daughter. Banner Cottage is close to several wedding venues which make it convenient plus there is so much to do in Stockholm. I'm glad that you called me and that I was able to help! Pat

10/10 Excellent

kimberly n.

Liked: Cleanliness
daughters wedding
Such a beautiful little town and everyone was so nice, the house we stayed in had the best deck for socializing, I would highly recommond this place
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Kimberly, I'm glad that your daughter's wedding and your stay were a happy occasion! Pat

8/10 Good

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Full of character
Overall, a nice place to stay. House has a lot of character and charm. Fully stocked kitchen and bathroom linens. Plenty of blankets for the cool nights. No central air, but window air conditioners that work well to keep you cool. Not all bedrooms have doors on them, instead have a curtain covering the entryway, so if that is a necessity to you, don't book this house. Downside: the trains! They come frequently, are loud, and shake the house! Can be seen, heard, and felt several times throughout the day and night.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Carrie, I'm sorry that the trains bothered you. Most people don't seem to mind them and understand that there's nothing that I can do about them. Pat

8/10 Good

Laurie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Stay in a Quaint Town
This property is right on Main St/WI River Hwy, and a short walk to everything in Stockholm. The location for visiting Stockholm, and/or doing the "loop" between Red Wing and Nelson is perfect. We immersed ourselves in the little town of Stockholm, getting to know the locals and others passing through town for the day. It was such a wonderful experience, and the location of this house couldn't have been more perfect for that. We did have to get use to the busy train activity in the back of the house, but otherwise it was a perfect stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2023
Hi Laurie, All the towns along the river have train traffic. Most people don't seem to mind and some people enjoy watching them roll by. We who live here accept them as there is nothing we can do about the trains and being in such an amazing area more than makes up for the inconvenience an occasional train creates.

10/10 Excellent

carole L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Walk to everything
I was surprised at all the different businesses in town and we were right in the middle of it. Can't wait to rent again during warm weather to enjoy the decks out back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2022
Carole, I"m so glad that you had a good time! Thanks for the great review! Pat

10/10 Excellent

Debra A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Right on Main Street
House was on corner so easy access to all shops. Good information on what was available. Close to other small towns to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2022
Hi Debra, I am pleased that you enjoyed your stay! There are lots of fun events in our area and places to explore in our area. e look forward to hosting you again, Pat

8/10 Good

Stacy K., New Prague, MN USA

Disliked: Cleanliness
Escape from Minnesota!
Superb location. Plenty of Extras on Kitchen, Bath area. Lovely Deck Area. Nice & prompt communication with Host, Pat!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2022
Stacy, I'm so glad that your group of friends had a good time. Stockholm is a nice little village for exploring and relaxing. I hope that you found a way to catch that football game! I will need to see if I can add some more channels

8/10 Good

Catherine W., St Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house, cute town.
Nice house. Host is nice, good communicator. There are 2 things that would have been good to know when booking. First is that trains go by often and are LOUD. Not able to hold a conversation on the deck when they go by. The other is that 2 of the bedrooms don't have doors. Other than that, great place to stay. The large table was perfect for playing a couple of the games they have.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2023
Hi Catherine, Living in a historic tiny village on the Mississippi comes with trains. We who love it here accept that minor inconvenient because we think it's a pretty amazing place to be. The house was built in 1906 and it retains many of it's original details and some details that have evolved over it's 117 years. Each sleeping area is private and yes 2 of the rooms have drapes instead of doors. I'm glad that you mostly enjoyed your visit. We try hard to make it a great experience for our guest but somethings like trains we have no control over. Pat Pat

10/10 Excellent

Terri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
Nice older home on the main street of Stockholm. Nice little shops and bakery in walking distance. Wineries near by which we always like to visit. Great little get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2022
Terri, It sounds like you had a lot of fun on your Girl's Trip. Stockholm is a great little get away, a beautiful drive and has a lot to offer. Thanks for staying with us!

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G., Cottage grove mn

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and clean!
We had a friends weekend away and are so pleased with this VRBO. It had everything we needed and in a charming small “town”. We had a blast! Highly recommend. Not sure if they are able to add but a fire pit or patio propane fire would have been a great add.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2022
Hi Kristen The fire pit is a good idea. We will work on that. Thanks

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful place for family time.
Stockholm is a lovely town - restaurants, shops and the river front all steps from the front door. We enjoyed the clean and comfortable cottage with lots of room for our group of 8. Thank you to our hostess!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2022
Roxanne, You are most welcome I'm glad that you had a good time You were great guests! Thank you for staying with us! Pat

8/10 Good

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
True "cottage" experience
The cottage is really cute. It is also "historic" so if you prefer things like stainless steel appliances and HD tv mounted on the wall, this is not the place for you. But, our family likes things that have character and charm. This place fits the bill. We are already talking about going back next summer and staying longer. If you are a coffee drinker, don't forget to pack your coffee. We forgot to bring coffee, and there is no where in the quaint town to buy coffee before 10am. But, as long as you remember that, you're good to go! I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2022
Hi Julie, Thanks for the nice review. I see though that you found Banner Cottage lacking in some areas Please tell me what you think we need to improve on Thank you, Pat

10/10 Excellent

Becky F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family weekend
We enjoyed Pats place and exploring Stockholm. Friendly shops and good food in a few blocks. Well stocked kitchen and nice outdoor space on back and side decks. Train tracks run through town so you will hear trains but not a big deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2022
Hi Becky, We are glad that you had a good time staying in Stockholm Pat

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Adorable Place
The location of this home was perfect. They have everything you need inside to make your stay great, from games to kitchen items. I loved the back patio area too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2022
Hi Ashley Thank you for the 5 star review We value you and are gl;ad that you had a good time, Pat

10/10 Excellent

First Response F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
Absolute wonderful place. Only complainant is having to leave. Will be back!! Location was amazing, house has everything you could need. 10 out of 10 is not saying enough. Guests were from 2 years old to 45, even the teens were happy. It’s undervalued
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2022
Hello, Thank you! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay Pat

10/10 Excellent

WENDY F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfy home. Quiet residence.Great bed. Coffer outside with bunnies and squirrels.
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2022
Hi Wendy, Thank you for the 5 star review We are glad that you enjoyed your stay Pat