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Working Ranch in Minnesota! Great for family groups or flexcation!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Fireplace, foosball, table tennis, books
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 23

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Starbuck, MN
  • Popular LocationGlacial Lakes State Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationStarbuck Public Beach10 min drive
  • Popular LocationLakeshore Park11 min drive
  • AirportSt. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)100 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Working Ranch in Minnesota! Great for family groups or flexcation!

Relax, unwind and UNPLUG on our ranch in the Glacial Hills of Western Minnesota. The 5 bedroom, 4 bath home sleeps up to 23 people and is on a working ranch with many nearby activities to keep you as busy or as relaxed as you choose. The Glacial Lakes State Park borders the property with a quiet lake and canoes, paddle boats and kayaks for rent. The park also allows horseback riding and there's a horse barn at the property with stalls for 3 horses if you want to bring your own(with an extra boarding charge). A bike path runs from the park to Starbuck MN and Lake Minnewaska. The home is 5 miles from Lake Minnewaska, with a beach for swimming, all types of water activities in summer and ice fishing in the winter. Bring snowmobiles, 4 wheelers or cross country skis or snowshoes to explore the trails in the area or go hiking in the park or on our ranch. Hunting for deer, pheasants, ducks, and coyote is abundant in the area too. Winter time fun includes sledding in our hills! Lake Emily can be seen from the pastures and the sunsets are beautiful from the deck. We will give you ranch tours for an added fee (except on Sunday) and there is Ranch raised Beef available by contacting us, all priced and ready for the grill!
The home has an open floor plan with kitchen, dining and living room and large windows to enjoy the view. A gas fireplace is located between the dining area and the living room. Farm and ranch traffic does go through the yard at times but you are welcome to watch when something we are doing interests you.
The Master bedroom has a stone gas fireplace with a sitting area. The master bath is equipped with a double shower and bubble tub. The large walk in closet has a crib if needed. There is also a pack n' play available.
Bedrooms 2 and 3 are on the main floor and are just down the hall from the main full bath and the laundry room.
The basement has bedrooms 4 (with small crib) and 5 and 2 bathrooms with showers, a large rec room with ping pong table and another gas fireplace. Also games, puzzles and books are available for keeping family time priority!
The house does not have television but WIFI is available for an added fee of $25 per stay if you need to connect to the outside world!
A back patio with sitting area opens to the spacious back yard with sandbox and swings for the children and a fire ring for S'mores or backyard campfires. The garage is a two stall heated area with sink for cleaning fish or game. This is also a perfect area for ladies time away scrapbooking! We have large folding tables and chairs available! We have a large yard if there are extras that want to pitch a tent or bring an RV. We will charge $15 per night for a tent of extra people and $50 per night to hookup an RV.

Property manager

Jim and Twyla Wulf

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Bicycles on site
  • Foosball table on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
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 not allowed
Note from host: pets must be kenneled in garage or the horsebarn

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 23
Note from host: No parties but family groups welcome
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

Vrbo Property
Working Ranch in Minnesota! Great for family groups! Starbuck

About the neighborhood

Starbuck

Located in Starbuck, this vacation home is in a rural area. Pope County Historical Museum and Stevens County Historical Society and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rolling Forks Vineyards and Pezehekee National Golf Course. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Glacial Lakes State Park - 6 min drive
  • Lake Minnewaska - 10 min drive
  • Starbuck Public Beach - 10 min drive
  • Lakeshore Park - 11 min drive
  • Holly Skogen Park - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store - 12 min drive
  • Water's Edge Bar & Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Nutcracker Cafe - 12 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 11 min drive
  • Lyn's Cafe - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Working Ranch in Minnesota! Great for family groups or flexcation! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Working Ranch in Minnesota! Great for family groups or flexcation!?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Working Ranch in Minnesota! Great for family groups or flexcation!?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Working Ranch in Minnesota! Great for family groups or flexcation! located?

This family-friendly Starbuck vacation home is located in a rural location, 1.9 mi (3 km) from Glacial Lakes State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Starbuck Public Beach and Lake Minnewaska. Lakeshore Park and Holly Skogen Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We will return!
This is a fantastic home with caring and considerate hosts. This is a perfect annual gathering space for 9 adult siblings and some children and grandchildren. The heated garage with a counter and tables/chairs is a bonus that gave us lots of conversation areas and lots of space to spread out. 2025 will be our third year here. Thank you to Jim and Twyla!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Location for Family time
We had a group of 21 staying at the Ranch house for Thanksgiving. The house was very clean and kitchen was well-stocked. The garage provided a great place for kids to play, storage of winter gear, and even cleaning of pheasants after a few hunts. The basement was full of toys and games and the kids kept very busy down there. The bunk room was a great sleeping spot for them. Jim and Twyla were extremely friendly and accommodating with an early check-in request, as well as some other extras like taking our kids on the tractor to feed the cows. This is a gorgeous setting and very close to Lake Minnewaska and Alexandria. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curtis T., St. Peter, MN US

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf Trip
We had a wonderful time and got to spend time with Jim and Twyla who gave us the history of the area. The house was great, and we had plenty of room for our group of 20 golfers. Definitely a great place and highly recommend the area for any outings.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Relaxing Stay
Thank you for providing a place for us to connect as a family, relax, and just spend time together. We had a great time and would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay!
Thank you again for a great stay! Being able to celebrate our parents 50th wedding anniversary all together was truly a blessing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness
July 27-30, 2023 stay
This place is AMAZING as are the owners! Upon arrival, there was a welcome note and loaf of homemade zucchini bread. Twyla also stopped in to welcome me personally. The cleanliness was impressive as were the many personal touches including a s'more basket, large variety of K-cup for the Keurig coffee maker, soaps/shampoo dispenser in the bathrooms - just to name a few. The decor is SO nice! The themed details are so cool. And the layout of the house was perfect for our group of 17 adults and teens. That bunkroom was perfect for the younger folks who liked to sleep in. And that front porch - so great; we watched beautiful sunsets each evening. The garage was like an extension of the home - so clean, with a sink and extra refrigerator. There were a also a variety of bikes, extra outdoor chairs too. The setting is beautiful and just 5 miles from town. Starbuck has a wonderful beach and the Firehouse brewery was a fun outing. I can't say enough about this VRBO; it checked ALL the boxes for our group, and we've already booked for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay
Twyla was an awesome host and my family had a blast at her home! Thank you so much for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charity H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, Pleasant Stay for Families
This beautiful, clean home offers so much opportunity for fun and relaxation. The house has plenty of dishes, towels, and a large dining room table with extra chairs. The covered porch is a lovely place to visit or listen to the birds. Outside the back lawn is perfect for kids to run, and the nearby state park has a lake for fishing and non-motor boats. The beach in town is great for hot days (and the air conditioning in the house is fantastic too)! The hosts are extraordinarily kind and helpful. And you can get a taste of farm life at this exceptional place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara H.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great place for a 50th Anniversary
This property worked out perfect for our family, all 21 of us fit comfortably. There were beds/couches for everyone, plenty of room to spread out for activities, lots to do indoors and outside. If you’re considering it, the farm tour is definitely worth it, Brady had so much great information and the kids loved the visit from Cash. The house was very well stocked with everything we could have wanted/needed and so much more. The kids under 10 and the teens/,young adults found plenty to do (foosball, ping pong, games/puzzles, bean bag toss, bikes, balls) and never even missed their screens or tv. This house was impressively clean considering it is a farmhouse on a gravel road. The garage was just as clean and spacious, additional room since the weather wasn’t too cooperative. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
The siblings gather
This place has everything you need. Very clean, very roomy, very well equipped. The hosts, Jim and Twyla, couldn’t be nicer - from the homemade sweet bread to the almost instant delivery of a heating pad, they couldn’t have been more accommodating. A lovely pastoral setting on a working farm. We all loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Curtis T., St. Peter, MN US

Liked: Cleanliness
Starbuck Golf Weekend
Our vacation weekend was excellent! We were able to meet Jim and Twyla who were the owners of the house. They were very fun to be around and the house was outstanding. Definitely will be staying on the property during our next function. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Stay
Great venue, secluded, beautiful sunsets, hosts were there when needed, but out of the way otherwise. Proximity to Glacier Park provided many recreational afternoons. Would strongly recommend to anyone looking for a place for a family gathering.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martha A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay in Rural MN
Our family of 7 adults and 6 children (ages 8 months to 8 years) found all the comforts of home at Clear Springs Cattle Ranch. The lower level play area and bunk room provided space for kids and allowed quiet conversations upstairs for the adults. Multiple bathrooms and bedrooms were clean and comfortable. The swing-set and sandbox were favorites of the kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for large groups or families.
Everything was wonderful! There was so much space inside and out! We were able to ride bikes and our four wheeler around. Jim and Twyla are such sweet people and fun to visit with. We are already talking about the next time we go back! Thank you again for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a Large Family
Had a great first impression when driving on to the property -- immediately noticed how well kept it was and the inside of the house was very clean. Plenty of room for our family and we loved the large yard area for the outdoor games. The home was well equipped with everything we needed plus I noticed extras like the toothbrushes, makeup towels, etc. The hosts thought of everything! Also, not long after we arrived the hosts stopped by to welcome us and we visited with them a few times throughout our stay. Our children and grandchildren loved this place and we would not hesitate to go back again. If you're looking for a place with lots of room and lots of great outdoor space, this is the place you want to rent. Also, beautiful views and sunsets!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Festivities
It was so big and beautiful! Wonderful relaxing weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tailor H., Rochester, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place!
This place was great! It was clean and had everything that you could ever need! Great central location for our families to get together. The house and farm are absolutely beautiful. Close to town and lakes if which our group utilized for fishing. Overall, a perfect stay and everyone was talking about returning next year!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dustin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
We had a wonderful time! The property and house were very nice and had everything we needed. Jim and Twyla were also very helpful and accommodating. Overall, this was the perfect place for a family get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway!
This place was awesome! We had 20+ people staying here, plenty of room for everyone. Nice and clean. The view was wonderful. Jim and Twyla were awesome hosts, Jim even took the boys with him to feed cattle! I cannot say enough about what a wonderful time we had. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Family Getaway
We were blessed enough to spend our fall break at Clear Springs Ranch. Our extended family (8 adults & 4 kids) had more than enough room to play board games, cook meals, lounge around and visit. The bunk room was a hit for the kids and all of the adults had their own space to stretch. Twyla and family have done a wonderful job decorating, organizing and cleaning such a lovely home. The kids loved playing basketball out on the driveway, football and lacrosse in the backyard, and even ran around in the garage when it was just a bit too chilly outside. We even had a campfire (with smores from our hosts) and could hear the coyotes at night. On our arrival, we had a lovely note from Twyla and some homemade bread. Everyone's favorite was the hayride and tour of this beautiful cattle ranch. Jim and his son Brady were our tour guides; we learned so much about the cattle, the land, and the fresh springs that give the ranch its name. The kids, especially, loved asking questions and learning about the cows. A few of us were lucky enough to join Jim and his sons on a cattle drive as they moved cattle from the glacial ridge to some land closer to home. It was quite the experience - even the kids watched from the back of the truck. Memories were made with our family and you can bet that we'll be back! Heck, we even went home with a little extra beef! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Curtis T., St. Peter, MN US

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Golf Trip
This place was awesome and really enjoyed being to have plenty of space along with beautiful arrangements. Great to have a couple of fun golf courses close and beautiful weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura L., Maple Grove

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for a casual family gathering! Spacious and peaceful!
Wow! Out experience here was just what we were hoping for! Peaceful, unplugged, and room to roam! There was a lot of us but the rooms were so spacious, we never felt crowded! The kids LOVED the bunk room and being able to look out the window or walk in the yard, up to the fence to see the cows. Hay ride is worth the extra money! SOO interesting! Learned so much from Jim & Brady! They were both so kind and engaged the young kids as well! Home was clean, easy check in and had everything you. need! Jim and Twyla were so kind, had all the small perfect touches to make the stay perfect! 5 mins from Starbuck beach which the kids loved and it was a super sandy and clean lake/beach. Highly recommend the stay! If you are looking for a peaceful getaway to spend time with family, sit and eat dinner around a big table together, and unplug from the world, but still only be 2 hours from the cities, this is the place to be!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anjali M., Minneapolis, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay for our Family
We had a wonderful weekend and experience at this ranch home! The house itself was very spacious and clean and met the needs for our group. The extra touches the owners provided such as a welcome note and homemade bread, smores fixings, and a hayride tour of their property was so gracious and made our trip very memorable. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Marsha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We were very pleased with the property. There was plenty of room for us. The 5 younger ones from age 3 to 8 had a blast with the sand box and the games. There was a beach close so we spent a afternoon there. It is a quiet and peaceful place to visit. The host were very helpful and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Reserved this home for our large family reunion. Beautiful property allows for walks, biking, lake activities nearby, patio seating for visiting and large yard for outdoor games. Excellent steak! Very clean home and quite spacious with impressive upgrades. Hosts are gracious and kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021