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Chain hotels are often boring, basic and predictable. Why stay in a plain white room when traveling when you can stay on an island or inside a castle?
If you’re looking for a great Minnesota vacation, consider these eight Airbnbs.
The tree house
Located in Cottage Grove, just outside of St. Paul, the Treehouse is raised on stilts and surrounds an old tree on the property. It has two bedrooms, four balconies and a jacuzzi. The interior features beautiful architecture and offers lovely views of the farmhouse on which it sits. If you’re interested in staying, the house costs just under $ 300 a night. Make sure you book early as the property fills up quickly.
Island lake house
This spacious home sits on an island in Elbow Lake. The island is accessible by car and is the perfect place for a family reunion. It has seven rooms that can accommodate 16 people. The property also includes games and toys for children. The house is open year round, so you can go boating or ice fishing. The Lake House is already booked for most of summer 2022, so be sure to register early. It costs $ 800 a night.
Gardenia goat farm and guest house
Always wanted to spend the night on a farm? Get up early and help feed the goats and chickens? Or just sit outside watching the goats spinning while sipping your cup of coffee? At the Gardenia goat farm, you can. The guesthouse has two bedrooms and can accommodate five people, making it an ideal getaway for friends or family. Critics rave about the cleanliness of the house, the s’mores kit left for guests inside, and the farm-fresh eggs. The Goat House typically costs less than $ 150 a night.
Minneapolis Magic Studio
The Magic Studio is a unique stay in Minneapolis. The interior is filled with unique murals that showcase wolves, waterfalls, and trees. Although located in northeast Minneapolis just minutes from restaurants and bars, the Magic Studio will make you feel like you’ve completely left town. It also has a beautiful shower painted to look like stone and a skylight that will make you feel like you are showering in an enchanted forest. The house usually costs $ 215 a night. It has one bedroom and can accommodate four people.
Pirate ship
If you, or your kids, want to feel like a real pirate, visit the Pirate Ship in St. Paul. The ship sits on the Mississippi River and rarely leaves its dock. It looks like a real pirate ship with large masts, a wooden interior and a large steering wheel. It can accommodate up to six people. The ship is expertly decorated and will make everyone feel like they are digging for gold at sea. The pirate ship charges $ 350 a night.
The castle
Although it is more of a stone mansion than an actual castle, the Chateau de la Rivière Sainte-Croix is nonetheless breathtaking. The castle has a large kitchen, a magnificent dining room and a patio overlooking the river. It has four bedrooms and can accommodate eight people. The chateau, which costs around $ 950 a night, will allow you to spend a quiet week by the river or have a memorable family vacation.
Berkanan Dome
This tent-shaped house offers a beautiful view of nature. Located along the North Shore, the owners of the Berkanan Dome wanted to create a sustainable way for people to enjoy the northern wilderness. The structure is a thick but spacious tent inside with a kitchenette, bathroom and attic. The dome itself is incredibly beautiful to look at. Although there are no real bedrooms, the dome has two beds and can accommodate four people. The owners charge just under $ 300 a night for the dome.
Crow River Barn
If a simple visit isn’t enough, Crow River Barn lets you live on a farm. This Airbnb exemplifies farmhouse-chic style with wood paneling and rustic decor. The property is on a chicken and pig farm, and the hosts provide treats for guests to feed the chickens. The barn, which is located east of St. Cloud, is basically a large room that has three beds and can accommodate four people. It costs $ 125 a night.
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