We live in town and this was a last minute booking to get away from construction. Debbie helped in every way possible to get the reservation done in spite of my indecision. The place was very well kept and well stocked with little extras including food in the kitchen and toiletries. The view was beautiful and the setting was peaceful. Just what I needed. Debbie was available to help but respected my space. Many thanks.

Such a cute little place, was perfect for our mini getaway. As Debbie would call it our "glamping" experience was amazing! Would definitely come back to stay again.

We had a wonderful stay at the shed! it was cozy and peaceful. the view of the lake is incredible with a fire pit perfect for s'mores! Debbie and Austin are great hosts. While we were mostly to ourselves, which they respected, when we did interact with them we shared some laughs and were very easy to get along with. Overall, would highly recommend this place if you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle and want a nice, homey place to stay at.

Debbie is a great host and she will make you feel right at home. Beautiful property that is perfect for some quiet relaxation.

We loved staying at the cabin: it was clean, cozy and charming! Debbie is a wonderful host, and we really enjoyed our stay. We went kayaking, biking and swimming. Perfect getaway!

Great getaway for couples. Perfect place to put in kayaks & do some fishing. Clean, great views & a great host!

The shack is a great place a little secluded from the main town of excelsior. It is on a private lake with access to paddle boards, a dock, a paddle boat and firepit. Great spot for a lake retreat.

We felt so very lucky to have found Debbie and Austin's little oasis of paradise on the lake! Everything from start to finish was pretty much perfection and we were so sad when it was time to depart. We hope to get back soon!

We had an excellent time at Amy's home! Her and her husband were wonderful and made sure everything was perfect for us, and were only a text message or call away! The home had many perks that we didn't even know about going in! We were able to play music throughout the house and they had fun games in their basement. Overall, everything was great and we would love to stay there again!

Our group of women all loved the house and had a great experience. The open kitchen was perfect for socializing and gathering.

Amy's place was perfect for our two night work retreat. The five us each had our own bedrooms with private bathrooms (two share a jack and Jill). The home is beautifully designed and highlights the scenic marsh in their backyard. There was plenty of space to work and meet during the day, and at night we enjoyed cooking dinner, relaxing on the hammock and deck, and even made a bonfire. The lake was a quick walk away which was nice to see. Would definitely recommend for a quiet work offsite! Amy and Adam were very communicative and helpful.

The home was perfect! Pictures just don't do it justice. The home was in amazing condition, everything was very (URL HIDDEN) dust or anything anywhere! Amy was quick to reply to any of our questions prior and during the stay. We rented the home for a team building event and couldn't have been happier. Highly recommend!!!

Very clean, modern, spacious, well-kept house with a nice wooded back yard and scenic backdrop. Great place to stay, would come again. Amy is very responsive and makes you feel at home. She even greeted us with a card and a "s'mores kit." Thanks!

We loved our stay at Amy's home! It is a spacious and comfortable home with plenty of room for our increasing family including a toddler and new baby. Everyone felt they had adequate space to relax and get settled in for our long weekend in MN. My toddler especially loved the playroom with lots of exciting toys, books, and puzzles. The adults loved the spacious family room and kitchen and marveled at the game room in the basement. The location can't be beat. For us, the home was close to our extended family and not far from the city BUT it was also magically quiet and serene. Plus, watching the local deer frolic in the yard each day was an added bonus. Amy is an unparalleled host. She was flexible, super communicative, thoughtful and kind- we were welcomed to a lovely note and treats on the counter! We will definitely be back!

Expectations....way exceeded! Traveling with 15 mo toddler and new parents there were lots of concerns about accomodations. Being grandpa in charge I messaged Amy to inquire about crib( said great set up for kids). Unfortunately they did not have one. No problem we had planned on travelling with one ( cha ching airline). Few days later Amy messaged and said she had picked up a pack and play..and gate for stairs! Already parents and grandparents..IMPRESSED with hospitality. This continued as we made our way down the long narrow tree lined drive to this secluded gem. Three levels of comfort! Parents and toddler chose upstairs( a huge playroom stocked with toys), other son took basement level( I woke in middle of night to balls clacking on pool table in that game room! ) Wife and I had main level with beautiful kitchen opened to large comfortable living area, and a peaceful secluded view of trees, marsh, and even deer. Floor to almost ceiling windows(16-18 foot? ? ) made you feel you were always outside! Needless to say this home met three generations needs/wants incredibly well!

The house was amazing and clean and the host was very accessible to provide us with any information we needed during our stay. She even left flowers and a card for us. My only complaint is that the beds were all full-sized beds, which felt pretty small for adults to share. I don't remember if that was specified in the listing or not. Other than that everything was fantastic!!

Judith was a A+ host - loved her place, exactly as described and better even.

Judy was at the house when we arrived, was very friendly, bubbly and excited to meet us. She had bottled water, pineapple juice and fruit ready in the kitchen and turned the heat up in the house. It was warm and cozy. The house was much larger than the photos made it look, especially the bedroom. Very spacious yet cozy. I especially enjoyed Judy's art work displayed throughout the house. Location was excellent! Once we parked we didn't need to leave. We walked to everything we needed, including groceries. There is a park along the lake just across the street, which was just beautiful for us to take family photos. We will definitely stay at Judy's place again! Thank you Judy! :)

The house was perfectly situated on a beautiful lake with close shops ...our stay was truly made 10times better for staying here. Highly Recommend !

Hello Judith, What a wonderful time we had! Thank you for everything! Your home was lovely and the beautiful flowers in the yard were spectacular brightening each day. ,We appreciated the snacks you left us at check in, the ease of open communication, and so much more. The home was larger than we expected and had everything we needed. We definitely hope to come again. Thank you very, very much!

The cottage was the perfect size for a couple to stay in. It was well equipped, very clean and well kept. Outstanding location near Lake Minnetonka and short walk to all the shops and dining that Excelsior offers. Judith was an excellent host. She quickly responded to any questions. Looking forward to visiting again. Its wonderful to stay in a home with artwork, and yes a few books scattered around!

A + Amazing! Place was perfect! The location was the best. We were close to great restaurants and nice bars. The water was a block away. We had everything in the house that we could've needed for any occasion!

Location was perfect for walking on the lake, eating at a great restaurant, grab and go at the deli The house was classy cozy and perfect for my sister and I plus a couple of drop by friends. We loved every minute and the neighbors were super friendly. Tourists stopped in front of house to take pictures of the beautiful flowers in the entry garden. We will be back. Thanks Judith!!

Judith's place is just lovely. The location is excellent (with a beautiful view of the lake). And Judith is a wonderful host. Definitely recommend

Mia and her family are warm and welcoming hosts. Their home is comfortable and clean as well as located in a spot very accessible to all the wonderful parts in the terrific lakeside resort of Excelsior. I highly recommend staying there.

Mia is an excellent, gracious host who provides the right balance of being welcoming and providing privacy. Her home is perfectly located just a block or so off of main street to allow one to enjoy the town of Excelsior. Great option for a quick getaway from the Twin Cities.

was better then i had expected. awesome location in a beautiful town. mia was welcoming and helpful. 5/7 would come back and stay there again!!

It was very nice. Both Mia and Mike were very helpful with suggestions on things to see/do and directions. It was also fun/nice to have Stan there (the cat) as a companion/housemate when my human hosts were out. :)

Great location, clean air conditioned room and full bathroom were all ingredients to a great place to stay. Mia and Mike were great hosts though our paths only crossed occasionally. There location is walking distance to downtown Excelsior and the various restaurants, bars and shops. I was in town for a wedding and this place worked out great.

Mia and Mike were friendly, generous and helpful with giving information about the area. The location was in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to downtown and lake. We enjoyed our stay and meeting this sweet family.

I appreciated my host's efforts to accommodate my late arrival. I was attending a conference, and needed a quiet place to read and rest - Michael and Mia's place was just right for that.

I had a very enjoyable experience staying here. the room was comfortable, cozy, clean.... perfect for my stay. Mike and Mia were very kind, in fact they waited up for me on the first night, as my plane was very late. They made me feel very welcome.

We had a great stay at Laura and Todd's home. The house location could not be more perfect. The home was modest but had all the basics that you need on a family vacation, and it was also very clean and organized. The hosts were very helpful and super nice people. We had a great stay and I totally recommend this place!!!

Very clean, beautiful, relaxing place to stay!! The hosts made it easy to have fun and gave multiple suggestions on activities to do around the lake!!

We cherished our time here! What a lovely cottage. We hope to return in the future.

Really great place. Easy check in and had a great time!

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Great location

Our trip was perfect thanks to Kathy! She was incredibly welcoming and could not have been sweeter. Her suite was the perfect getaway for use while visiting and was just the right amount of privacy. We had everything we needed and more. Kathy and her home are both real gems!

This was one of the best airbnb experiences my wife and I have had. Kathy was such an accommodating host with a wealth of knowledge about Excelsior and Minneapolis. The location was so convenient that we could walk down to the lake, restaurants, bars, and shops in Excelsior, such a fun and beautiful little town. We were able to cab and Uber everywhere through Minneapolis too. The suite we stayed in was very spacious with a perfect area to lounge in our own living room with TV. The separate bedroom and bathroom were very cozy, especially the super comfy new king size bed. Kathy could not have been a better host as she helped with anything we needed and was such a sweetheart. We highly recommend her bungalow for anyone visiting the Minneapolis area.

Kathy's place was everything that was promised and more. She was an outstanding host, always thoughtful and responsive. We met for check-in as planned, and she gave me the perfect orientation to her well-appointed place. When I had questions, she had the answers immediately! The rented space - LR, BR, BA - is more spacious than I expected, and plenty for 1 (or two) people; more than I expected given the price and pictures. Great features matched my needs: comfortable sleeping space, perfect bathroom, cable TV, strong wifi, private entrance, unobstructed off-street parking, and lots of little touches that made the stay very convenient. Lovely neighborhood that was 2-3 blocks from the lake and all that downtown Excelsior has to offer. I'd absolutely stay again.

My wife and I had a great "getaway" night in this cozy bungalow. Kathleen was great - quick to respond to our questions prior to the trip and ready to help us on-site. The rental was cozy, clean and comfortable. It matched very well to the pictures on the website. Location is great too, very close to restaurants and shops in Exelsior.

Kathy went well above and beyond. After arriving much later than I had planned due to seeing a friend and traffic from the football game, she was still there to greet me with a warm welcome. She was so kind and helpful throughout the entire stay! She was also easy to get a hold of. Her place is just two blocks from downtown Excelsior, a quaint town on the beautiful Lake Minnetonka, with plenty of restaurants and things to do for a weekend trip. Thank you again for a great stay, Kathy!

This was a top notch airbnb experience. If you can abide a very overly friendly dog then you will have a perfect time. Philippa was a doll.

Another fantastic, short stay at my favorite home away from home.

Phillipa and her son have been outstanding hosts. I was greeted by both at check in and made to feel right at home. The room is comfortable and all the living space is clean and comfortable as well. This is the perfect retreat!

This long term stay with phillipa and her son has really worked out great for during my transition. They have been more than kind and flexible Thanks!!

Staying in Phillipa's home is like staying with a friend. She is welcoming and opened her entire beautiful home to us. Her communication was excellent prior to our stay. Allowing us to park in the garage was a great bonus on a cold Minnesota night. Overall a fantastic stay with a great host in a very beautiful location!

Phillipa and her son were both very accommodating and generous. Very clean and cozy bedding and towels. Felt very comfortable in kitchen too. Stayed up very late to welcome us on a cold snowy night. Thank you.

My second stay with phillipa and her son. Fantastic amenities and a very comfortable stay!

Having a very nice extended stay with Phillipa. The perfect retreat.

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A lovely and comfortable place with all the conforts of home. Convenient to everything in a lovely town.

Jeanne & Rick are wonderful hosts. They warmly welcomed me upon arrival and helped me get settled in. My privacy was respected and as a single female traveling alone I felt completely safe. This accommodation was very comfortable and in a gorgeous location. Everything was first rate from the robes in the closet, comfort of the bed & even high quality linens.

We had a wonderful experience staying with Jeanne at their lake house. They are great hosts and provided useful recommendations for dining locations and things to do. The stay was better then described; beyond the comfortable bedroom there was a spacious downstairs area that we could use. Morning yoga watching the sky lighten and sitting on the Adirondack chairs in the evening watching the boats go by were relaxing. Nearby are several lively small towns and access to many recreational activities.

Jeanne and Rick are awesome hosts. I needed a place to stay while my significant other was attending a training for work. I am so glad I passed on staying at another boring hotel. The home is beautiful. It sits right on the water with a wonderful dock and a small private beach to watch the boats go by. The fishing is also very good right off the dock. The home is just a short and scenic drive to great locally owned restaurants and shops. I could not imagine staying anywhere else. BE.

Very clean and nice place to stay. Great location and beautiful view of the lake

Jeanne was very accommodating and a wonderful host. While we were there for only a short time the view is beautiful, the bed and bedding fantastic and the the little touches perfect. We really appreciated the bar area with a provided coffee maker. It also included a small refrigerator with yogurt along with some fruit and granola. A great place for our stay!

The listing was completely accurate and maybe even a bit better than described! We were welcomed by our host upon arrival, given a tour and were entrusted to make the entire lower level our home for the 2 1/2 day stay.

We needed a place to stay for an event. The Airbnb is in a perfect location. Everything is walkable, yet the location is quiet in the evening. The space is bright and cheery! Good for families and couples. We hope to be back for another visit during warmer weather. Thanks Kris!

We had a great experience staying in Excelsior! Kris was a lovely host, the space was immaculate and oh so charming and quiet! Thank you Kris for the stay!

Great place. Short walk to lake/beach, coffee shops etc. AAA+

My grandmother wanted to treat her friends visiting Minnesota to a fun and relaxing few days outside of Minneapolis. They loved the accommodations and had a wonderful time.

What a wonderful Private guest room. My husband and I enjoyed our stay very much. Everthing was light bright clean and very cheerful. I would definitely recommend for anyone traveling to Excelisor. The host went above and beyond and was truly a pleasure to work with. Again great place and wonderful owners!!!!

We had friends coming to visit us this fall and with no hotels near Excelsior we were excited to find Kris's place. Kris went above and beyond any expectations to make sure that they had everything they needed during their stay. The room was clean and felt like home... and after driving here all the way from CA, our friends were grateful for a touch of home! Thank you, Kris, and we will look forward to having a place for others to stay when they come for visits as well!

Amazing location with everything you need in such a fun area! Kris and her family were great hosts. I would definitely come back.

My sisters-in-law and I stayed at Kris's place for a little lake weekend getaway, and we had such a nice time! Their side-door guest house is brand new, super clean, and has beautiful coastal colored walls and decor that totally makes you feel nautical! We had all been to Excelsior before as we're all from the Twin Cities, but it was a totally different experience staying at their house which is within walking distance of the beach and downtown Excelsior. We didn't drive our cars once until we left! We shopped, went to the beach, ate amazing dinners, and slept extremely well this weekend, and we felt at home. I highly recommend their place!

Patricia was accomodating, easy and super friendly. A step ahead of our needs.

We were in town for a family weekend. My wife and two sons stayed at the house. Great location right in the heart of downtown Excelsior. Right across the street from the Port of Excelsior with all the excursion boats. Fun house and a great location. Thanks Patricia for sharing your home.

Excellent in every way - location, comfort, and hosting. Right off of excelsior commons, a short walk to the water (today, frozen) and to one of the best main streets in America, this place has everything you need. Plus a hot tub (which was perfect). Plenty of room, a big dining table which doubled as a desk. The stay was perfect.

Patricia was an excellent host. Amazing location and great extras! Live the artwork :)

location was phenomanol; there was too much decor for our taste, but that seemed to be her personal style. except for an unclean shower downstairs and unclean microwave; all was good. steps off to the right side coming out of front door need some repair. notes in house were helpful

Patricia's place was perfect for a girls getaway for the weekend. It is close to all the shops in downtown Excelsior, and a perk to have the lake across the street as well. The hot tub was definitely a plus in the chilly evenings.

It was a wonderful house in a fantastic location! Super close to lots of shops, restaurants and the lake. The house itself was very well decorated and had a lot of space. I highly recommend this place!!!

The cottage was very nice and well-appointed. It was a great place to spend a weekend with easy access to Excelsior's downtown and overall a pleasant experience.

Wonderful stay!

If you are looking for a quiet place to relax, this is it. Tastefully decorated, this Victorian classic is the perfect way to spend a few days while exploring all that Excelsior and the surrounding area has to offer. A short walk gets you to the lake or downtown, yet the neighborhood is as quiet as they come... The sunny screen porch is great for lingering over morning coffee, reading the day away, or chilling out after a long day biking the Lake Minnetonka LRT regional trail. The only bad thing about our stay was it wasn't long enough... Thank you Kevin and Kathryn for being great hosts.

Kevin and Kathleen were gracious hosts. Their home is beautiful and centrally located (and walkable!) to town, but feels like your own private oasis. A gem!

I cannot suggest this home enough. It was so charming and comfortable, inside and out. Additionally, the location cannot be beat! We are definitely looking forward to staying here again!

Their home was such a treat to stay in - amazing location and proximity to the lake & all Excelsior has to offer - not to mention the house itself was a delight! Incredibly comfortable, homey, and clean, everything you could ask for in a getaway weekend!

Wow! We can't wait to return! Great hospitality and a wonderful place to stay! Kevin's Place is perfectly located on a quiet street, 1 block from the beach and lakeside park and 2 blocks from Excelsior's quaint downtown. Excellent restaurants and shopping, movie theater, grocery store and more are just a 5 minute walk. The house is beyond darling! Beautifully decorated, airy, light and very comfortable. So charming in the way only a well remodeled vintage home can be. High ceilings, pastel blues and greens, original wood floors, curved walls and large ample windows all created a warm, spacious nest. The well furnished screened in porch and sunlit deck were a big bonus and enabled us to enjoy the outdoors. The outside was well maintained with ample driveway parking. The house is well supplied with kitchen and bathroom amenities. I really can't say enough about how perfect Kevin's place is.

We loved Excelsior! A beautiful little town. The home was the perfect location for walking to the beach and downtown. Loved the decor - classic, clean and modern. The three season porch was so nice for relaxing in the mornings and evenings. It was the perfect place for our family of five to enjoy our last weekend of summer. Thanks again for having us!

This place is the most adorable, clean, and comfortable home. We could sit on that porch for hours! The location is just blocks from scenic Lake Minnetonka and the best shops and restaurants. The hosts were wonderful! I definitely recommend this place!

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Jamie did a great job sharing information with us both on the listing and through messages we shared. The house was really nice, the neighborhood was cute and the location was great. The house fit our needs very well and we are very pleased with the whole experience.

Jamie's place is very roomy, clean and user friendly. The Wifi works great. Felt like home we would definitely stay here again. Lake Minnetonka is a beautiful area and we were surprised how quick and easy it is to get to Minneapolis/St. Paul area.

The house was awesome! Jamie was a super hostess. Always quick with an answer to a question. The house is spacious, comfy, and quiet. I was surprised how quick getting to the Mall of America was. I would stay here again and recommend it to anyone going to Minneapolis. P. S. The wifi was great too!!

Perfect place to stay! She was super helpful and place was clean and enjoyable. Better looking than the pictures. Really peaceful!

The house is located in a quiet neighborhood just a few minutes from the main strip in Mound. It is the perfect house to stay with family and enjoy a relaxing weekend around Lake Minnetonka. The house had great amenities and the king bed upstairs was super comfy! Jamie was quick to respond when we had questions and made the entire process easy for us. I would definitely recommend this house and would stay again next time I'm in the area.

Our stay at Jamie's was superb, she accommodated us with an early check in, answered questions promptly and even alerted us to road construction and some fun events happening in the area. If you are looking for a place near Lake Minnetonka, this is a fantastic location. We will definitely rent from Jamie again when in the area.

This house is spacious, well decorated and in a good location. Close to the lake and many fun activities. The neighborhood is safe and friendly. It was a joyful stay. I have enjoyed it a lot.

Jim's place was wonderful - very clean, close to many attractions in the Lake Minnetonka and Waconia area! Jim and Gayle were extremely friendly and very hospitable.

Jim and Gayle are very accommodating, friendly and provide a very clean and well stocked space in their home (cream for coffee, butter, water bottles) and the kitchenette area was well stocked with everything I needed for the times I opted to eat there instead of out. Their home is very easy to find and I enjoyed exploring that area in the outskirts of Minneapolis (the arboretum was very enjoyable, drove by Paisley Park, did a driving tour around Lake Minnetonka and went to ththe drive in restaurant there for a snack, etc.) In summary: I recommend this Airbnb property!

The room looks so amazing and very comfortable!! It's close to my new work about 7 minutes:)

Amazing room! Allot of space, very clean and Jim and his wife are really friendly and helpfull, one of my best air bnb stays!

Ideal location for Victoria, Chan and South Lake Minnetonka.

Jim and Gayle were delightful hosts. They were attentive, yet offered me my space, they went above and beyond as hosts-they even drove me to my seminars when there was inclement weather. The basement apartment was equipped with everything I needed: cold water bottles, snacks, soaps, a hair blow dryer, coffee, tea, extra blankets... The place was very clean and comfortable. I slept very cozily in the bed. You can walk down to the lake, to multiple restaurants and coffee shops, the arboretum is just under a 2 mile walk away. This stay is a great value for a house share!

Jim and Gayle are nice hosts and the suite was clean and quiet.

We enjoyed staying at Jim's place. It was clean and spacious. They were very friendly and generous hosts. It was perfect for what we needed.