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5 BEDS 2BA Crosby Home Just 4 blocks from Main Street & Bike Trails!

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Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

5 BEDS 2BA Crosby Home Just 4 blocks from Main Street & Bike Trails!

The Iron Willow is a cozy private home centrally located in Crosby; just blocks from the Cuyuna Lakes State Trail, Crosby Memorial Park, a variety of local restaurants, skate park, children's park, hospital, 24-hour Holiday gas station, ACE hardware, Family Dollar/Dollar General and more. Serpent Lake is only blocks away, and mini-golf and a gorgeous golf course are just 5 miles away. Huge Super One grocery store just 1.2 miles away and it is 16 miles to downtown Brainerd, 25 miles to Safari North (zoo) or Brainerd International Raceway.

The Iron Willow was originally a lake cabin! It was moved to it's current location about 25 years ago (sorry, no lake!). The fully stocked kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator with water dispenser and ice, electric stove, microwave, keurig coffee maker and more. The main level has a vaulted ceiling, open floor plan, kitchen island with seating and window air-conditioning units. The master bedroom with TV, a bunk-bed room and a full bath are also on the main level. There is an Echo Dot with Amazon Alexa in the living room. Ask Alexa (via Echo Dot) to turn on the TV, play some music, turn off the lights, lock the doors and more!

The finished basement includes living space with sectional and TV, 1 bedroom with TV, 1 extra room with a bed, (has a closet, lockable door and TV but is not considered a bedroom because it does not have an egress window), a bathroom with shower, a computer, a desk and a second Echo Dot.

We have WiFi, a blu-ray dvd player, a gas grill on the deck, a picnic table, a fire pit and off-street parking for 3-4 cars (or a boat trailer!). We also have a small lockable storage shed available for use.

Smoking outdoors only. Check-in and check-out times are usually flexible.

Thank you for considering the Iron Willow, we look forward to providing you with a clean and comfortable "home away from home"!

Property manager

michelle burgstaler

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Please don't smoke near A/C units.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Baby gate available, home is NOT childproofed!

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: 10
Note from host: "Events" are limited to booked guests only.
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Iron Willow ~ 4 BR Home Crosby MN
The Iron Willow 4BR Small Town Smart Home in the Heart of Crosby

About the neighborhood

Map
Crosby, MN

What's nearby

  • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Crosby Memorial Park - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Croft Mine Historical Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cuyuna Lakes Trail - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Woodtick Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cuyuna Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bridge Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 BEDS 2BA Crosby Home Just 4 blocks from Main Street & Bike Trails! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5 BEDS 2BA Crosby Home Just 4 blocks from Main Street & Bike Trails!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 BEDS 2BA Crosby Home Just 4 blocks from Main Street & Bike Trails!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 BEDS 2BA Crosby Home Just 4 blocks from Main Street & Bike Trails! located?

This family-friendly Crosby vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area, Croft Mine Historical Park, and Crosby Memorial Park. Crow Wing State Forest and Cuyuna Lakes Trail are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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5 BEDS 2BA Crosby Home Just 4 blocks from Main Street & Bike Trails! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome hospitality

Great
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couldn’t ask for anything better

Great location, great host, great accommodation. Clean, well stocked, 2 washrooms are a treat with larger groups
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay here again

This house was perfect for our stay! Host was very accommodating,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to stay in the Crosby-area

Second time staying here and the owner continues to do an excellent job of maintaining the property and with communication. It is the 'go to' play to stay in the area with excellent amenities and local to all downtown Crosby has to offer in terms of shops and excellent restaurants.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruthie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you could need

Beautiful place close to everything- we could easily walk or bike ride to many activities. Michelle was very accommodating and stocked the VRBO with everything we could possibly need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and great location

Easy access to bike trails and grocery. Clean! Excellent owner communication. We hope to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay for Cuyuna MTB adventures

We had a wonderful experience staying at Michelle‘s place. She is polite, and responds in a timely manner. She is also very organized, without being bossy. We plan to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oktoberfest

Very good. Bedrooms in basement a bit small. Love the fire pit. Lots of seating. The only con was no table to play games at.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous host with thoughtful extras!

Spent a few days visiting family near Crosby, MN, and this was a great place for my family to rest and recharge each evening. The host, Michelle was incredibly easy to communicate with (proactive even), and left some really thoughtful surprises for my kids to enjoy while staying. Really close to downtown Crosby and Serpent Lake - would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas

We were lucky to be able to spend our family christmas here. It was decorated beautifully and fully stocked for us. The house was perfect for us. If you are looking for a house in the area, I would recommend. The owner was responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Winnie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Iron Willow House

We had a wonderful stay at the Iron Willow in Crosby, MN. the house was clean and well equipped. We used this as our base for day trips, golfing, boating, fishing, and the NHRA races in Brainerd. We were able to use the firepit one night during our stay. This is a quiet town with some great restaurants. Trailside Bar and Grill, Rafferty's pizza to name a couple.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

George B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

The unit is clean and well equipped. Mgmt was prompt and clear in instructions and not overbearing. Six occupants were comfortable and two more could easily be added. Ten occupants might be stretch for the two bathrooms. Highly recommended. Thanks!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 stars+

Property owner is so accomodating and ensures we have everything we need. Property is within a very short biking distance to the trail and near grocery store, etc. Have stayed several times and will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas C., Blue Earth Mn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

This place is beautiful. Warm and cozy feeling soon as you show up.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property

Have stayed here 3 years in a row and look forward to coming back next year. Fantastic location, well managed place to stay when in the lakes area, great communication from the owner. Should be your top choice to stay in the area.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin for a weekend getaway with the family!

This was my third stay at Michelle’s cabin and, as before, it was perfect. Michelle has the place perfectly appointed and there was plenty of space for our family of four. The cabin is conveniently located in town near shops and restaurants. Looking forward to my next stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and host

Proximity to bike trails and the gracious host make this property top notch. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay.

The house was furnished with everything possible. The owner was very concerned with our comfort. I would rent it again in a minute.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Getaway

We were in town to mountain bike. The location was perfect and easily rideable to trail access points. The shed provided ample storage for six bikes. The house had everything we needed and the host was gracious and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trine F., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect! Close to the trails. Great outdoor space. House had everything one could possibly need.

Michelle was so sweet and accommodating. Lots of little extras that were much appreciated. We loved sitting around the fire pit by the beautiful wheeling willow tree.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay was excellent

We really enjoyed the coziness and roomy stay at this location. The host was very thoughtful! I would come back to this location over others we’ve stayed at for sure. Thank you for your work on making this a great experience for our families!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great winter place

Great place to stay for a weekend of fat biking in Cuyuna! Michelle is a great host. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top Not h

Excellent communication, excellent amenities, wish they all were like this!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tidy abode near trails- great experience

Property was clean with nice amenities. Property owner easy to communicate with and genuinely cared that everything met expectations. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

KATHY P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

We had a great experience the communication from the host was helpful and I felt like she went above and beyond. The amenities and cleanliness were exceptional. We felt very comfortable and had everything we needed. We would definitely recommend and rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021