Family-friendly holiday rentals in Polk County

Lakefront Cabin | Amazing Views | Kayaks Wildlife

Welcome to The Backwater, a newly built architect designed year-round getaway on Pike Lake in Amery, WI. Nestled in the back of a quiet, lilypad-filled bay teeming with wildlife, our cabin is the perfect destination for guests who appreciate original design and crave a unique experience. Our amenities are luxurious, but our attitude is chill inside our comfy, creative digs full of nostalgic, vintage vibes. Come stay and play on the bay while enjoying Polk Co.! Follow along @thebackwater_wi on IG

Cozy Mother-In-Law Apartment—No Cleaning Fee!

Voted 2021 and 2023 Readers’ Choice Best Bed & Breakfast! Steal your getaway at one of Osceola’s most historic estates. Wonderfully nestled in the St. Croix Valley, this apartment’s location will not disappoint. You’ll be a brief walk from beautiful downtown Osceola, close enough to explore the great outdoors, and a short distance from all that the Twin Cities has to offer. You’ll get a cozy and comfortable layout, thoughtful amenities, attached heated garage, and assistance just a message away!

Wolf Creek Luxury Eco-Tiny Home on the Ridge

Experience our custom-built eco-friendly tiny home perched on the top of the ridge above the majestic St Croix River Valley. Enjoy expansive views from the deck, loft or many windows looking over the valley. Enjoy our private barrel-sauna, fire-pit, gas grill, pond with canoes and kayak or Wolf Creek with a private crystal-clear swimming hole! Or just chill on the ridge watching the many birds and wildlife. Just over an hour drive from the Twin Cities, a romantic and memorable stay awaits you!

The Wissahickon Inn - The Cozy Cabin In The Woods

You'll love our cabin in the woods! Once a historic mercantile, the Wissahickon Cabin has been transformed into a cozy cabin for 2 - 4 guests. The cabin is situated in the forest and visible from the Gandy Dancer Trail. The front porch boasts an access path directly to the popular Woolly Bike Trail. Our cabin is secluded in the woods, but it's less than a 5-minute drive to downtown St Croix Falls, Interstate Park, dining, shopping, and entertainment. Enjoy a peaceful getaway in the north woods!

On River’s Bend | Apple River | Hiking | Camp Fire

Perched high on the banks of the Apple River, this timber-framed cabin offers spectacular views of the river and wildlife. We’ve spotted bald eagles, deer, ducks, geese, great blue heron, golden eagle, fox, beaver, bear and wild turkey from the comfort of the cabin. One hour from the Twin Cities, it’s the perfect cabin getaway for couples, friends, and families. Located on private acreage in Amery, WI you will be near rivers, lakes, hiking trails and all that Northern Wisconsin has to offer.

Quiet Seclusion at Trade River Retreat Cabin

Remote, tranquil, quiet and exceedingly private getaway right on the banks of a protected river, only 1.5 hours from the Twin Cities! Even the beautiful drive there is relaxing. Enter a world of peace and calm deep in the woods. Make delicious meals in a well-stocked modern high-end kitchen, play in the river, relax in the sauna or enjoy a bonfire. This is not your typical cabin but a spiritual eco-oasis with a unique eclectic blend of modern, rustic, Native American and Japanese aesthetic.

The Writers Cabin-Sauna/hot tub/river access

Welcome to the Writer’s Cabin at Wilder Retreat on the Saint Croix. A place to unplug and unwind. Designed to slow you down and reconnect you with nature. This thoughtfully designed tiny cabin blends beauty and comfort, with access to the saint croix river and use of wood-fired sauna and wood-fired hot tub and outdoor shower. The cabin features a queen bed in the loft, cooktop, solar power, and a pump sink. A gas fireplace keeps things cozy in the winter months. Come to rest. Leave restored.

Cozy 3Bd2Bth Cabin at the Lake: Pines That Whisper

Escape to the country! Discover "Pines" that Whisper located in rural Balsam Lake WI. Our cozy cottage is only a stones throw away from beautiful Half Moon Lake with public access to a boat launch, fishing pier and swimming beach. Enjoy fishing, kayaking, biking and leisurely walks on country roads. Connect with nature and wide open spaces. We are nestled in a private setting surrounded by farm fields. Envision wildlife passing by, loons calling in the distance, & breathtaking sunsets!

Nordlys Lodging Co. - MetalLark Tower

Perched high among the trees with breathtaking views of the hidden lake and wildflower meadows, MetalLark Tower is the perfect getaway. This two-story, 800 sq.ft. cabin has one king bed, one hide-away bunk bed, and one bathroom. We put the living area high up on the second floor to give our guests a bird’s eye view. Floor to ceiling glass brings the outdoors inside, and each season brings its own unique perspective. Staying in MetalLark tower is truly a one-of-a-kind experience.

A North Chalet on North Lindstrom Lake

North Chalet is a secondary floor and loft suite in a traditional red and white Swedish style home with interior Scandinavian charm. Located in "Little Sweden" Lindstrom, the chalet is a short hill down from the center of town, so close one can walk to breakfast at the Swedish Inn or bakery and visit the small shops in the thriving town center. Your front door is on a quiet road that ends in a natural boat launch, convenient to the home’s beach on North Lindstrom Lake.

Yurt-Style Tent at Stone Creek Farm

1 of 4 campsites on the farm, this yurt-style tent has all you need to enjoy camping without the work! The campsite includes a picnic table, BBQ grill and fire pit. There is a self composting toilet on site. Camp carts available to bring gear out. Drinking water is available from the hose out by the high tunnel. It is about a quarter mile walk to the site. If this site is booked when you want to stay, check out our new sites Peachy Keen and Plum Perfect!

PoCo Cabin

Relax with your special someone, or the whole family at this lakefront cabin. Sit on the deck to hear the loons and enjoy the "best view on the lake" according to the neighbors. All new furniture and appliances are sure to have you comfortable as can be. Turn on the gas fireplace if you need to take the chill off, or just for some ambiance as you nestle into the couch for a movie. The couch opens to a comfortable bed for more personal space if needed.