Actual apartment was nice, but the building and hallways are very tired and neglected. The location was perfect for our purposes with a nice general store, library, coffee shop, and post office across the street. Apartment had all the necessities for a comfortable stay.
The apartment is older but has tons of charm. It was much larger than we expected and very bright and sunny. The hosts were in touch the entire time and gave us suggestions of things to do and where to eat. We will stay here again on our next visit to Marine.
This was a perfect location for our stay near our daughterâs farm for the holiday. The host was very responsive. Being close to the General Store rescued us several times. We would consider coming back.
I really enjoyed my time here. Except for a little lock combo snafu at the outset, it was everything I could have hoped for. The little town is cute, I was there for a class at the Folk School and was so close I could walk. Everything was comfortable. Directions were great. The hosts were very accessible and helpful. Enjoyed exploring the area. Will definitely return!
Perfect for a long weekend. Loved the area. The apartment had everything we needed. My only critiques would be the mattress on the pullout wasn't in the best condition. And no wifi. But other than that it was a great stay for the money.
I came here for a quick personal getaway and it was exactly what I was looking for- charming, unique, comfortable, clean and the perfect location. It is a great spot because not a lot of preparation is necessary to stay here. The kitchen is well equipped, the bed is comfortable, and there is a general store a block away with everything you'd need; also a coffee shop and other restaurants. I also went for a hike at William O'brien State park just a few minutes away. The house is super unique and the location doesn't get much better- small town feel in the beautiful historic river valley. Highly recommend.
Great location, great space. Great air conditioning.Continue to work on getting the musty smell out of the apartment. Wash the comforter provided for the pullout bed. Clean the coffee maker with vinegar so coffee is made faster. It took 20minutes for a pot of coffee. Provide a washcloth and dish towel to make washing dishes easier.
The furniture in place was very uncomfortable. It needs updating, more care, and repairs. Our door was hard to open and there were several trip hazards on the property. If you are just staying a night or two, it's probably tolerable. It did teach me to do more research before signing. We would have left after the first week.
The hosts were very quick to respond to our questions with their help. We loved the house, the town, and especially the walking trails nearby. Would highly recommend this rental property!
Great location, spacious, excellent communication with kind hosts!
We were relatively comfortable in our VRBO apartment in Marine on St. Croix. It is a spacious apartment, the kitchen is adequately appointed and it had a good shower with nice towels. This could be a TERRIFIC place but the entry hall needs attention â fresh paint, improved lighting, new carpet and some kind of fumigation to get rid of the musty smell. The BBQ area was completely neglectedâ the area was overgrown with weeds, the grill was rusty and full of insects. The lighting in the apartment could use some improvementâ new brighter lighting fixtures and new window coverings would be welcome. But our primary issue was the bedroomâ- it desperately needs new carpeting, new window coverings, and a new mattress. Every time one moves in the bed, it squeaks and creeks. The bed linens could use an update too. That being said, it could be a wonderful place and weâd return if attention were paid to our specific criticisms. We come up to Marine on St. Croix a couple of times a year to see dear friends in the area and would rent this apartment if some updated work was accomplished! We were very appreciative of the hostâs kindness in allowing us a last-minute adjustment on the day of our arrival and departure due to a serious emergency at our home. The spacious living/dining area is a lovely feature that we truly enjoyed!!
We did trip a circuit when I was blow drying my hairâ my husband looked everywhere on the property to find the electrical boxâ- finally found it in the dungy basement. We did find some spiders in the bathroom- expected in an older home. The WiFi never worked for usâ always said we needed a password for the guest. I could not find a cell # for the hosts which was a bummer but we survived. What a cute area across the highway- enjoyed the little shops!
I stayed in Unit #3 on the first floor. I enjoyed my stay in this one bedroom, one bathroom apartment. Itâs decorated very well and comfortable; the pictures reflect the place accurately. The hosts made the unit very welcoming by having the air conditioner (a very nice newer floor model) on and battery operated candles on. There was also a bottle of wine available and the kitchen was stocked with some food items (canned soups, beans, hot chocolate, cooking oil, spices.)
The bathroom towels are nice, there is a hair dryer, extras in the bathroom - shaving cream, disposable razors, shampoo and conditioner. The bed was comfortable. Free WiFi, but occasionally slow.
The main part of Marine on Saint Croix is across the street within walking distance. It is only about two blocks long. Very quaint. Stillwater is a short drive for more things to do. Some state parks are also nearby.
I appreciated the detailed check-in information the hosts provided especially how to find the parking area behind the building.
The units are in a historical building, it is very old and the hallway to the unit is not pleasant, has a very musty odor. But again, the unit itself was nice.
I would stay here again.
Kitchen well stocked with basic spices, soups, cleaning supplies. Fresh coffee beans with grinder.
Tropical seaside theme. Rooms very spacious.
Sitting area for reading. Kichen cabinets dated.
Owner very prompt when wi-fi went out.
Great location in the St. Croix River Valley between Stillwater and Taylor Falls.
Marine on St Croix is a beautiful little town. The property is easily walkable to the Main Street. The property was clean, easy to access, had the amenities we needed, and was a great value for the area. The living room furniture isn't very comfortable, but if you arenât there much it isnât a big deal.
The stay was warm, welcoming and wonderful. I've always enjoyed the area and it was that much more special to stay in town for a few days while visiting family. Great hosts. Will definitely look for vacancy again when I need to return to the area.
This is the third time we've used this as overflow for our holiday gatherings. Always clean and comfortable, in fact maybe too comfortable since our guests that stay here are usually late for breakfast at our place a mile away.
We are locals in the community and have made this wonderful apartment unit available to people in search of a place to return home for family visits, a stay for local wedding, weekend relaxation or exploration getaway.
Walk to oldest operating general store in Minnesota, oldest operating Post Office in Minnesota, Brookside Bar and Grill, St. Croix River or the Stonehouse Museum (limited summer hours), or Marine Cafe coffee shop (Thur-Sun limited hours). Drive a short distance to Stillwater shops and restaurants or explore the scenery of the St. Croix Valley heading North from O'Brien state park to Taylors Falls.