Holiday rentals in Shafer

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!

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.

SUNSET POINT! Right on the water!

You’ve arrived at the lake! Relax, you are at sunset point cottage. Located literally on the water's edge of south center lake sits this well-appointed super chic cottage. It has 2 small bedrooms, one with a full bed, a second bedroom with bunks and a sleeper sofa in the living room making this a sleeping capacity of 6.....but most comfortable with 4. Excellent swimming and fishing right off the dock!!! We have a paddle boat and a canoe to use:) There is a reason our guests keep coming back!

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.

Romantic Lakeside Loft.

A wonderful lakeside getaway, with beautiful lake views from your suite and deck. Guest suite includes full kitchen, living room with fireplace, bedroom with attached full bath. Private entrance on side of home with your own private deck for lounging. dining and grilling. Large yard for playing games, fire pit and outdoor tiki bar. Plenty of dock space for boats. Direct access to lake for floating ,paddling, swimming, fishing and relaxing. Paddleboard and kayak available for your use.

Stylle Hytte ///\ Northern Cabin Retreat

Our Nordic inspired A-Frame is known as the Stylle Hytte which is Norwegian for ‘Quiet Cabin’. Here you can take in 5 secluded acres of woods with trails winding down to the private riverfront. Only an hour north of the Twin Cities, enjoy modern conveniences like WIFI (60mbps), smart TV, complete kitchen, full bathroom, a bedroom and loft both with queen beds, a cozy living room with a real wood fireplace and an outdoor electric barrel sauna. Calendars are open 9 months in advance.

Lakefront Cozy Cabin, 60 min from Twin Cities

Your private lakefront retreat, on 100 feet of private shoreline. Relax and take in breathtaking sunsets over North Center Lake. Whether you're seeking summer lake adventure or a cozy getaway, our cabin offers the perfect blend of calm and charm, all within an hour of the Twin Cities. Unplug, unwind, and make memories! Our dock is out May through mid-October. We ask guests to respect the peace and privacy of local residents. Only guests confirmed on the booking are allowed.

Lakefront Cozy Cabin w/ Dock; 2 BR- 1BA

Come throw a line in the water from the dock or jump in your boat and go fishing even in the winter, ice fishing is popular. Just across the lake is Lindstrom, a vibrant small town that revels in it's community events and busy Main Street. A short drive and you're hiking in a state park or viewing fall colors in the beautiful St. Croix River Valley. All along the way, all year long, there are towns and shops, activities and attractions. Come enjoy the lake. You are Welcome!

Cambrian& Co Chic Downtown Falls Overlook Loft

Discover your luxurious getaway at this chic, stylish, downtown loft—steps from Interstate State Park and scenic trails. In winter, ski Trollhaugen or Wild Mountain; in summer, enjoy water parks, go-karts, and mini golf. Paddle the St. Croix River, stroll charming shops, and end with wine at a vineyard or craft brews at a local brewery. Elegant décor, plush comforts, and a prime downtown location make this a refined retreat for every season—where adventure meets indulgence.

Star Gazing Glass House 4 Season with Hot Tub

This glass house has a mini split offering both heat and air conditioning. There is something truly magical about being submersed in nature. Watching beautiful snowflakes cascade around its walls, snuggled under heated blankets while star gazing. Rainstorms have a new meaning, sunsets and sunrises become a life-changing experience. This is a photographer's dream, a romantic getaway, or the perfect place to reconnect with yourself. Private hot tub and fire pit.