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A Rural Tiny House Sanctuary!

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Property grounds
Snow and ski sports
Exterior
Fireplace, books, stereo
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 439 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Hewitt, MN
  • Northern Pacific Depot Museum
    14 min drive
  • Staples Community Center
    25 min drive
  • Carlos Creek Winery
    66 min drive

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About the area

Hewitt

Located in Hewitt, this vacation home is on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Tapley Park and Northern Pacific Depot Museum. .This vacation home is 12.5 mi (20 km) from Lakewood Health System and 12.5 mi (20 km) from Lakewood Health System Eagle Valley.

What's nearby

  • Tapley Park - 14 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Northern Pacific Depot Museum - 14 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Staples Community Center - 25 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Otter Tail Lake - 48 min drive - 50.1 km
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 66 min drive - 67.1 km

Getting around

  • Staples Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woodtick Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger Depot - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Traditions Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Yesteryear's Ice Cream Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Grandma's Kountry Kitchen - ‬2 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.

A Rural Tiny House Sanctuary!

This one of a kind 420 square ft tiny house is truly a rural Minnesota sanctuary! Nestled away in the quiet little town of Hewitt (pop 252), this artistically designed home and large fenced in yard will make you never want to return to big city life. With plenty of natural light, a spacious kitchen with large fridge/freezer, full sized electric stove, reverse osmosis drinking water fountain, high speed wired internet, queen size zero gravity bed, pullout full sized hide-a-bed, gas fireplace and washer and dryer; you have the necessary amenities to spend one cozy night or settle in for an entire week or more!

Yes this funky house is adorable, but what about the enormous yard including unique gardens, hammock, bee hives and fire pit! You, your family and pet(s) are able to roam free without a leash in your bare feet and depending on the season may be able to enjoy some of nature's bounty from the organic gardens and fruit trees. Bicycles and cross country skis are available for use on the trail located directly across the street and don't forget to bring your fishing pole to catch trout from the mighty Wing River that runs through town!

Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a sofa bed.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Michael

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced garden
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is permitted outside in the yard.

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Kayaking on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Local artist showcase
  • Unit size: 420 sq ft (39 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Keep pets off furniture. Notify me if aggressive.

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
Note from host: Please contact me to clarify event logistics.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

A Rural Tiny House Sanctuary
A Rural Tiny House Sanctuary! Hewitt
A Tiny House Sanctuary for Art Animal Lovers
A Rural Tiny House Sanctuary! Private vacation home
A Rural Tiny House Sanctuary! Private vacation home Hewitt

A Rural Tiny House Sanctuary! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Toni K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick getaway
We stayed in Hewitt because it was near Eagle Bend where we attended a wedding. This house was perfect. Not only was it close, it was all we needed. House is very charming and clean. Bed was comfortable. Owner communication is great. Thank you Michael for everything. If we come back to the area, we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rough start, ended up just fine
Easy to find. Street parking was fine. Although I had confirmation of booking and a traded a couple messages with the host, I was unable to unlock the door when I arrived. Called the host who walked right over. He said he didn’t know I was coming, but the place was ready and he gave me a new code to access the property. Due to not preparing for my arrival, AC was not on but after a few hours the indoor temp was fine. Place was quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property and host!
The property is accurately described and offers a lovely private outside oasis. Michael is a kind and gracious host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

Liked: Cleanliness
peaceful escape
This property was perfect to escape the everyday business of life. Its unique art, and perfect landscaping gives it a sense of peace and relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Sweet Cozy Cottage
This was my second stay at the Hollyhock House in Hewitt. Both times I was very comfortable, as were my family with me. The little house has a personality of its own, welcoming and interesting. I will be sure to come back again when visiting family in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JG W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it! Charming getaway
We had a very relaxing few days here. The town was quiet and the property had everything we needed to be comfortable. Close enough to nearby towns and nature trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rural, quiet and cozy
We were in town for a wedding and decided to extend our stay. It’s a great option for a single person or a couple who wants to relax and reconnect/decompress since there is no TV or WiFi. We used the Ethernet cord with our iPad as needed and that worked well. Our dogs loved the huge yard which had a privacy fence. We enjoyed the hammock a bit but I would suggest bringing your own lawn chairs. The town is very small with only a bar/restaurant but there are several towns within 10 minutes that are a bit larger. Well taken care of and had all the basic necessities. Yard is shared with owner but when we used it we were the only ones out there. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Korby G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Relaxing, easy spot to get away.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita J.

Liked: Cleanliness
stay
very clean quaint little place. mike was very quick to respond to any concerns i had
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond happy
We loved our stay here SO MUCH!!!! There is nothing we needed and didn’t have! It’s so cute and clean. My dog Frank and his dog friend Rupert were so happy in the big yard. Michael is so friendly and I felt very safe. This was such a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee Roxanne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly relaxing
Michael made our stay wonderful. There were so many thoughtful gestures, such a bowl of water ready for the dog and cucumbers from his garden. The house is charming and filled with art and a really inviting ambience. We had everything we needed at hand, and the check-in/check-out process was seamless. We definitely want to return, hopefully soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little bit of home...on the road
This is a beautiful respite for wandering travelers. Very purposefully setup cottage which is not merely functional and practical it is also a real peaceful stop. Our host was warm and welcoming. Thank you. The setting was quiet and comfortable. Thank you. The beautiful region of farmland and small towns, each with their proprietor's own twist on coffee shops were just great. Thank you. Center of nowhere with so much of everything near or close by. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Nice
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oasis!
The renovations in the house are so artistic and charming, the house is comfortable and the gardens are a quiet oasis to rest and listen to the birds sing. Michael is communicative and responsive. An awesome stay... I already hope to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Do it in Hewitt
Michael is an amazing host. The Hollyhock Hewitt place is charming, super clean, a little quirky and quiet. There is a super comfortable adjustable bed. We did bring our own premium sheets. Michael invited us to a sound meditation with Tibetan bowls. The class is above his residence next door. We where very fortunate this was going on during our stay. Michael is very responsive and still maintains your privacy during your stay. Michael is an avid gardener and shared the gift of sweet grass plants for us to take home. Thanks Michael for hosting us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Horse Show Reprieve
Wonderful place to stay at while showing horses at Verndale. Absolutely charming and peaceful! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful break from our road trip
This is our second time staying at Michael’s and it was as nice as the first. The yard space was a great place for us and our dogs to relax after a 14 hour drive and we got a great night sleep. Can’t wait to use the honey Michael left us!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute house with big yard
Great little place for our overnight stay. The house had everything we needed and the kids and dogs enjoyed the very large fenced in yard!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for us and our dog
We love that this place has a big fenced in yard for our dog. It's also close to two state parks- close enough to get away for the day. Michael was great about checking in with us so that he didn't spook our very anxious dog while outside. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elliott P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what was needed in an area lacking good options
We were heading to Wadena, MN to visit family, and have always struggled with where to stay. There never seems to be any decent accommodations available within a 45 minute drive if Wadena, and that would just be a pain to have to drive so much at the start and end of each day of our stay. This year though, we stumbled upon this little cottage, it was just what we needed, a nice quiet and clean place to spend the nights and was only about a 15 minute drive from our family. In addition, Michael who runs the property was very responsive and helpful to a few questions and requests we had during our stay. I was very glad to have found this property and will definitely look for it the next time we come out to visit family again. Thanks Michael! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerome, Mesilla Park

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quant Very clean eclectic cabin nestled in between huge beautiful fit Christmas Trees & Green foliage
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed.
Quaint, cozy, quiet. Dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerome, Mesilla Park

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Cute, Eclectic, Charming House & Grounds
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful sanctuary indeed!
So glad we found this little gem. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky and more!
Had a great stay in Hewitt. Michael was wonderful to work with and people in town very friendly. Had the opportunity to spend a little time in the Woodtick and then roasted chicken is good!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022