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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Highland, MN
  • Root River
    14 min drive
  • Lanesboro Historical Museum
    20 min drive
  • Lanesboro Arts Center
    20 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Lanesboro

In Lanesboro .You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Root River and 9 miles (15 km) of Lanesboro Historical Museum. Lanesboro Arts Center is within 9 miles (15 km) and Commonweal Theatre Company is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Root River - 14 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Commonweal Theatre Company - 20 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Lanesboro Historical Museum - 20 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Lanesboro Arts Center - 20 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Forestville Mystery Cave State Park - 43 min drive - 21.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Court Pub - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Sylvan Brewing - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Pedal Pushers Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Lanesboro Pastry Shoppe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Pie Shoppe - ‬18 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.

The Hen House Retreat - A Comfortable Place to Roost

Nestled in the quaint little town of Highland, MN, The Hen House Retreat is available for your next getaway. A newly restored 1920's era house has been updated with today's modern conveniences while keeping the charm of the old country. You can experience the days of old as Amish buggies travel by right outside your window. We are nestled right between The First Lutheran Church of Highland established in 1858 and the original Highland Store established in 1894 which was most recently known as The Highland Store Cafe (currently not in operation). Just 8.5 miles outside of Lanesboro, MN you can enjoy time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life while relaxing or being creative in this quiet country home.

We are here for all of your retreat needs. Whether you are quilting, scrapping, crafting, knitting, biking, having a book club meeting or just looking for quiet time away from it all, contact us for all of your getaway needs.

We offer overnight lodging accommodations that include comfortable beds, linens and towels, a fully equipped kitchen and plenty of room to work on your unfinished projects.

Our home is your home whether you want a weekend stay or week-long retreat. We have worked hard to restore much of the old time charm of this house while making updates to make your stay comfortable. We can house up to 7 guests.

* We have 2 bedrooms, each with two twin beds located on the upper floor of this two-story house. The Master bedroom contains both a Queen and a twin bed.
* Each bedroom has an Eden-pure heater, an air conditioner and a fan to provide the extra comfort you desire in your bedroom.
* We have 2 bathrooms; one on each floor for your convenience. The upstairs bathroom has tub and shower facilities.
* If you need a break and want to relax a bit, each bedroom has a SmartTV and DVD player for your use. There are a selection of DVD movies available in each room.
* The main floor also has a bookcase filled with books, magazines, puzzles, games and quilting and scrapbooking resources for you to use.

Outside you can enjoy the birds singing in our century old pine trees on our property. We have provided 2 wooden rocking chairs and a chaise lounge for you to relax on our 'farmhouse style' front porch. We also provide a fire pit and a small supply of wood if you would like to cozy up to a fire in the evenings.

The Creativity Room is located on the main floor with easy access from the front door and parking. Each guest has their own 5 or 6 foot table and adjustable/swivel office chair with arm rests, personal trash container and cup holder. Each table has it's own OttLite for additional lighting if needed. Lighting is very important for crafters of any kind; so we have made sure there is plenty of natural and artificial light available for your needs. Surge protectors are provided at each table.
* Air conditioned for your summer comfort.

Technology
* Chromebook with high speed Internet
* Wide Format Color Printer & paper
* Wireless Access for your own laptops or wireless devices

Quilters
* 3 irons and 3 ironing boards are available for your use
* Additional board for ironing larger projects (16' x 48')
* PVC legs to raise one of the tables to make cutting easier
* Hooks in Creativity Room used to hang felt (provided) to piece quilts together
* Quilting books and magazines

Scrapbookers
*Cricut Expression
*Cricut Cartridges: too many to mention!
* 9' Xyron
* Miscellaneous scrapbooking supplies
* Scrapbooking idea books and magazines

Property manager

Chris Lannin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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: 20
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Hen House Retreat - A Comfortable Place to Roost Lanesboro

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Hen House Retreat - A Comfortable Place to Roost to the airport?

This vacation home is 47.7 mi (70-min drive) away from the Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Hen House Retreat - A Comfortable Place to Roost have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Hen House Retreat - A Comfortable Place to Roost offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Hen House Retreat - A Comfortable Place to Roost?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Hen House Retreat - A Comfortable Place to Roost?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Hen House Retreat - A Comfortable Place to Roost?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Hen House Retreat - A Comfortable Place to Roost have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Hen House Retreat - A Comfortable Place to Roost have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Hen House Retreat - A Comfortable Place to Roost to downtown Lanesboro?

This vacation home is 6.1 mi away from Lanesboro.

The Hen House Retreat - A Comfortable Place to Roost Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Merry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
One night stay
We enjoyed the quaint atmosphere of the house. We couldn’t get the tv’s to work. We played a dvd upstairs but the tv remote needed batteries so couldn’t adjust the volume. Bring your groceries because the nearest store is 20 minutes away and it’s limited. Otherwise a very nice place to stay, very homey.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
Very nice clean house. Wish we could have stayed longer. Plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway spot!
Perfect spot for a girls getaway. Close enough to area sights but in a peaceful country setting. Everything we might have needed and beyond was provided. The place was clean, the beds were comfortable and the porch was our favorite spot! We all said we would definately stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Relaxing
This was my 3rd time at the Hen House, this time with my daughter. Love the beautiful location & the fun town of Lanesboro close by. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to unwind.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A cute house in the country
The host is great and the house worked out so well for us. Very clean and in a quiet area in the country
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming small town setting
The Hen House was everything we expected and more! It was clean and welcoming and well equipped, and we would stay there again in a heartbeat!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to stay and relax
Very clean! Attention to little details that made our stay great! My sister and Mom had never stayed in a VRBO before and this was a wonderful introduction. Nice and quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bike trip
We went to Lanesborro for a bike trip. The place was very clean and close to the bike trails.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Little Weekend!
We had so much fun exploring the area and was nice to come back to relax here! Cute place and great friendly communication with the owner!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home.
We all felt as if we were in a home of our own as it was so well cared for and supplied.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway.
Quiet and peaceful. Sleeping arrangements worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Karla

Traveled with family
It wasn’t located in a very convenient location. For those who are looking for absolute quiet it’s great. Did like how there is a twin bed in with the queen bed depending on people sleeping arrangements we weren’t happy about it. Definitely not fond of how they charge according to the number of people that are there so, it’s a a different price for a couple but more expensive to bring then family for the same amount of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole V., Minneapolis, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming house in SE MN
We had a quick and comfortable stay in The Hen House. We aren't crafters but it would be a great set up for a crafting group get away. The beds were comfortable, the house super clean, the kitchen big and stocked with equipment, and communication with the owner could not have been better. There is a cute firepit out back that we didn't have a chance to use due to rain but the setting is among lovely farm land. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Accomodations
Thoughtful home owner. We enjoyed our sister visit!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Rhonda

Traveled with partner
Was quiet for the most part except the dogs next door liked to bark about 6-6:30 am, which woke me up.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marla R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hen House Retreat
We had fun finding all the chicken items in the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Gretchen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway Mini-retreat
Cozy, loved the chicken decor throughout the house. We were very impressed with how much was provided and all the little extras...chocolates at the bedside, toiletries, etc. A couple of us have issues with stairs and wished there was a railing all the way up. It was a perfect place for the fellowship and sharing time we spent together plus not far from the tourist activities we wanted to do. Mostly we were there to just relax and get refreshed. If we're ever in the area again, I know where we'll stay! Thanks for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends of 30 + year's annual getaway ✨️
We had a wonderful time!!!!!! Super great home, plenty of room, and the owner had thought of evey extra you might need. Thanks for a great retreat for 4 friends who don't get to connect as often as they would've liked 😊 A great place to reconnect. Thanks for our new wonderful memories!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Out of the busy towns, very nice and quiet. Many small towns within a short distance to travel to. We enjoyed our time there to visit, play games travel to shop or get a bite to eat. Very relaxing loved sitting on the front porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
We enjoyed the quiet country setting. The setup was perfect for our crafting. Couldnt get the TV to work but we didnt have a lot of time for that anyways. Thanks Chris for the wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Retreat
This property was set up perfectly for crafting or whatever your thing may be! Our group of three loved the large tables where we sat each night with our projects. Very cute place with everything you need. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bev B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Getaway
Had a very relaxing time the The Hen House. Did a Girls Getaway went on an Amish Tour it was great. Enjoyed the tour guide he had a lot of information. Enjoy the baked good, Rug, Jam, Baskets at Families we stopped at.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property, quiet location. Just what we needed.
N/a
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy crafting
We enjoyed our stay at the cozy Hen House. The 5 of us each had enough space to work on our craft projects. The kitchen was just right for prepping meals and chatting around the table. The bedrooms were cute and the beds comfy. We will be adding the Hen House to our list of crafting retreat options!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plenty of space to craft
We enjoyed our stay. Lots of room for our crafting needs
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022