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Delightful basement studio in the heart of lake country ideal for two

Lakefront apartment with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Exterior detail
Located near downtown Willmar hospital, this charming studio offers a warm welcome with an electric fireplace and kitchenette. Perfect for traveling staff, students, and interns or anyone looking to unwind amidst the local music venues and wineries. Enjoy easy access to bike trails, lakes shopping areas community theater library YMCA ethnic restaurants

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Delightful basement studio in the heart of lake country ideal for two

Located adjacent to downtown Willmar and the hospital, this is ideal for traveling staff, students, and interns. Also easy access to MNWest Tech campus and recreational options with
bike trails and lakes. Guests have easy access to shopping, community theater, library, YMCA, and restaurants. Our lovely mid size town with a rural flavor, offers local music venues, a shopping mall, farmers market in summer months, area wineries and brew pubs and an amateur baseball team in the Northwoods League, the Stingers . It is an easy 2 hours to Minneapolis/St Paul and 1 hour to St Cloud shopping, entertainment and regional airport.
The basement studio with private entrance has a queen bed and a single which is on a raised area, an electric wall mounted fireplace, kitchenette, bathroom,shower and laundry available to guests. Off street parking and free WiFi.
My special interest is my perennial ancestry garden for you to enjoy.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 800 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located in Willmar, this apartment is in the city center and on a lake. The Barn Theatre and Kandiiyohi County Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Eagle Creek Golf Club and Big Kahuna Fun Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Willmar, MN

What's nearby

  • Rice Memorial Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Barn Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Glacial Lakes Trail - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Robbins Island Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Willmar Conference Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Fiesta - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Azteca Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪panda garden buffett - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Delightful basement studio in the heart of lake country ideal for two pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Delightful basement studio in the heart of lake country ideal for two?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Delightful basement studio in the heart of lake country ideal for two?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Delightful basement studio in the heart of lake country ideal for two located?

This family-friendly Willmar apartment building is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of The Barn Theatre and Rice Memorial Hospital. Glacial Lakes Trail and John Latsch State Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Delightful basement studio in the heart of lake country ideal for two Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rand J.

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

A very enjoyable stay.

Kay is a welcoming and friendly host. The cozy accomodations were most enjoyable and the property was beautiful with large trees and gardens.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie L.

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

Great!

My stay was amazing! Kay really makes you feel right at home.
Stayed 56 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellyn H.

Cozy home away from home

This property is a wonderful, cozy and comfortable home away from home. It suited me perfectly for my long term stay. Kay is also an incredibly kind and accommodating host!
Stayed 32 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

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

Great Place

Great place for me to stay while working in Willmar. Private, clean, everything I would need. Highly recommend! Kay is very receptive and answers quickly if there are any questions.
Stayed 47 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Austen P.

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

A great spot!

My husband and son stayed at this property while we moved across the state. Kay was wonderful, very communicative and was so lovely. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 46 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

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

Willmar close to the hospital

Kay was responsive and kind. Listing is accurate.
Stayed 41 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasha V.

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

Easy and great communication

Kay was great! She was able to keep in communication via text so we could stay in contact about arrival times, where the property was, etc. the space was clean and cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris T., Saint Cloud

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

Nice space in a cozy home-like atmosphere

Exactly what we look for on VRBO. We stayed a couple nights and had a great time. Kay is a fantastic host. Neighborhood is nice and walking distance to good food and drink. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Summer Retreat 2021

Quiet, cool & comfortable bed! What more do you want for 3 1/2 month stay? Really appreciate Kay as our host! Would recommend to anyone visiting Willmar!
Stayed 108 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen J.

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

Fantastic!

I absolutely loved staying here! Perfect for my 3 month stay and at a such an amazing deal.
Stayed 83 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Travis D., Tulsa, Oklahoma

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

Great Place, Best host

Very accurately described listing. Clean and quiet. Laundry room a bonus.

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

No Extra Charge for use of 2 Kayaks

In addition to all the nice things other reviewers already have listed (very helpful property owner, late arrival 10:00 pm was allowed, etc.), we were able to use both of her kayaks and paddles which we took to a nearby lake with a swimming beach. And, the use of the washer & dryer likewise was appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

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

Relaxing

Clean, great owner, thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Thank you Kay.

10/10 Excellent

Carrie Q.

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

Kay is wonderful.

It’s easy. I would stay here again.
Stayed 92 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A., Minneapolis

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

Great spot in a great town

This property was exactly what is described in the post. It was extremely clean, contained all required amenities, and couldn't be closer to downtown Willmar. I worked downtown on a temp job and was able to bike to/from work everyday (weather permitting). Hospitality was great and I am happy I found this spot.
Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

April N., Oklahoma

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

Another Great Stay

This is our 2nd time at this location and we love it here! The yard is beautiful, the apartment is exactly what we need and the hostess is wonderful! Staying at her place makes it so easy for us to not have to put any family out while we are visiting. We love it here!

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

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

Nice place to stay in Willmar

Kay was a great host. I didn't check in until after 10 at night and that wasn't a problem. The accommodations were what I needed and the price was right. If you are looking for luxury, this isn't the place for you but if you are looking for a nice clean place that has the basics then I would recommend. The yard is beautiful and the host is very accommodating. My reason for going to Willmar was to see the baseball team, The Stingers. Her place is only a short drive, maybe 5-10 minutes from the field. Thanks for a great stay Kay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

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

Wonderful spot in a walkable part of town

Was with my 2yr old - hostess went out of her way to cater to our every need and was genuinely polite and thoughtful. Thank you Kay - all the best
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

Worked out well for extended stay.

Quaint little place with much thought put into this by Kay. It was just the answer of the need we had during delayed construction of our new house.
Stayed 53 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vincent L.

Willmar studio

Kay was great hostess - rental was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tiana M., Williamsport PA

Had everything I needed for 13 weeks.

It is a cute basement apartment, that had everything I needed for my 3 months in Willmar. Kay was wonderful and very helpful if there were any questions.
Stayed 91 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

April N., Oklahoma

The yard is beautiful and studio was perfect!

We come to Willmar every year to visit family. This basement studio was perfect for us! It is larger than a hotel room and very quite. The yard is beautiful, I felt like I saw new flowers every day. The owner is very welcoming, we had a great time visiting with her. She bakes scones and they were delish! Hopefully it works out where we can stay here again in the future!! Do not be afraid to book this for your stay in Willmar, you will be amazed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

OPAL S O.

Willmar Studio

We enjoyed our stay in his fun studio apartment for 7 days. More space than most motels. Quiet as well. Was to chilly to be outside but the patio area was lovely. We also enjoyed fresh baked goodies.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Excellent Winter Rental

Finding this rental was a lifesaver! Comfortable and warm, I was able to enjoy a great stay until my home was ready to close in Willmar.