A stay at this vacation home places you in the heart of Owatonna, within a 5-minute drive of Owatonna Public Library and Owatonna Visitors Bureau. .This family-friendly vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Mineral Springs Park and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Prairie School Bank.
Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Casey's General Store - 4 min drive
Culver's - 4 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Applebee's Grill + Bar - 3 min drive
Taco Bell - 3 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.
Dartt's Park Garden View - 1 Bedroom
1 bedroom apartment, Queen Bed, Twin Trundle Bed, large sectional couch, upgraded finishes, heated tile floor, large wall mounted Samsung smart TV, privacy, new appliances, close to golf course and downtown. Front loading washer and dryer in common area laundry room at your disposal. Space is clean, quiet, and sharp looking. Working temporarily around Owatonna, come be our guest while you're here and enjoy a home away from home. A large park with trails is just across the street.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as a water park and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Luke
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video games
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
On a river
Things to do
Golf
Gym
Tennis
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming 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
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 850 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Pets
Pets not 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Dartt's Park Retreat House Owatonna
Dartt's Park Retreat House
Dartt's Park Retreat Owatonna
Dartt's Park Retreat
Dartt's Park View 1 Bedroom
Dartt's Park Garden View 1 Bedroom Owatonna
Dartt's Park Garden View 1 Bedroom Private vacation home
Dartt's Park Garden View - 1 Bedroom Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We appreciated this affordable apartment in a nice and quiet neighborhood. Luke was always very responsive with any questions we had. We would definitely stay again if we are in the area.
Sharna S.
Stayed 18 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joel D.
24 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome home in Owatonna !
Great location everything you need. You will feel at home. Highly recommend this property very comfortable bed 🛌 and property located right by a beautiful park and river 100% will be back here next time in town.
Joel D.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Donna K.
14 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, quiet escape from daily chores.
A cozy, charming nicely furnished apartment, very comfortable & only reason one needs to go out is to a restaurant or grocery store for food. I definitely recommend this place & I would come back.
Donna K.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jenny-May O.
4 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Dreams Near Dartts Park
For my first time staying in a VRBO property, it was a fantastic choice to start with, indeed! We really enjoyed the feel of the place and felt at home from the moment we stepped in the door. We were blessed to get to visit with the sweet lady who keeps things clean before she headed out. Though I can't recall her name, she was very helpful and gave several great suggestions for our time in Owatonna. I absolutely LOVED running through all of the nearby parks and appreciated her telling us about them. The apartment was fully loaded and there was nothing that we needed that wasn't stocked in the kitchen. Beds were very comfortable and there was an abundance of extra bedding for anyone like me who gets cold easily. Luke did a great job on the updates and remodeling in the bathroom and made great use of the beautifully refinished pipes. I hope any future VRBO stays I have are as great and will definitely return if I find myself staying in Owatonna again in the future!
Jenny-May O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Leah E.
8 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cherry Street
The apartment was clean with up to date appliances and good security. Luke was friendly, professional, and responsive to my texts.
Leah E.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ruthie S.
11 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
This was a great find in Owatonna. I already told my family about it that lives there. We loved that it was right across the road from the park. The basement was a good fit since we had kids. There was space enough for the kids to spread out. Luke has done some nice things with the apartment. The only thing that wasn't my favorite was backing out the longish/steepish driveway but that can't be helped. That wouldn't stop me from booking again.
I absolutely loved my stay and would LOVE to come back again! The apartment was well equipped and I was in want for nothing while I was there. Everyone that I met in town or walking the parks in the neighborhood was super friendly and I felt right at home from the moment I arrived!
Nathan
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nancy p., Andover, Minnesota
2 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding
We were in town for my son’s wedding.
The apartment was cozy and cute.
Luke was very easy to communicate with regarding the temp in the apartment.
Nancy p.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany H.
1 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Space!
Loved it! Very cute and clean and the process was super easy. Owner was very responsive. I would stay again!
Tiffany H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer P., Menlo Park, CA
17 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend Luke’s place
My COVID-19 quarantine stay in the lower apartment of this house was great. Comfortable, great location across from a park, close to downtown, many places to walk. Great communication w Luke. He’s a great host. I had everything I needed. I won’t hesitate to stay again. Loved it!
Jennifer P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
6/10 Okay
Trisha C.
7 Nov 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Smoker upstairs
This property is a little decieving. It is actually the basement of a house where the upstairs is being rented. Now the renter upstairs is a smoker and thoughout our two day stay it seemed that anytime the renter smoked (which is often) the smell would travel through the vents and make its way down to the basement. We of course messaged the property owner and he showed up and said he couldnt smell anything and that the renter only smokes outside. The smell was very very strong and highly doubt the smoker is actually going outside to smoke.
So......... just know that it is just the basement of a rented house and the renter is a chain smoker. Other than that, the place was cool. Awesome bathroom and shower. Sectional sofa with blankets and pillows, ROKU connected to the TV, Bedroom was nice and has a floor fan. Washer and dryer upstairs in the entry way. I would rate it higher but the smoke was just too strong and frequent.
Trisha C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie I.
24 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay.
We enjoyed our stay. It was very quiet and was furnished with comfort in mind. Rooms are nice and roomy. Will stay here again when we are in the area.
Bonnie I.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Terri E.
7 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to reconnect!
Met a friend that I haven't seen in 4 years. This was a cozy place to do LOTS of talking. The park across the street was nice for taking a walk. Would definitely recommend it!
Terri E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Jacquie G.
23 May 2019
Stay Here!
Great place to stay! Enough room to spread out and be comfortable. As others have said, you are staying in the downstairs of a home but I had no problems with this as you still have your own privacy and such. Even though I didn’t meet the owner, he was easy to communicate with and seems very nice and you can tell that he’s spent a great deal of time creating a feel good place for others. The neighborhood is nice and quiet and the park across the street is a great walk to take on your down time. I would recommend this space and hope to stay here again when I’m in town. Thank you Luke!
Jacquie G.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2019
8/10 Good
Beverly P.
15 Sept 2018
Comfortable and cozy
Our 90-day stay was excellent! The dwelling, location and community is stellar. Clean, quiet and responsive owner. Enjoyed the full size refrigerator, Keurig, kitchen ware, paper products, firm bed, nice linens, modern bath, recessed lighting and comprehensive tv package. We will return and book again when in the area.
Beverly P.
Stayed 91 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
sandra w.
14 Sept 2018
Everything was exactly as expected and more.
I highly recommend this property. I will be a return guest. It was perfect.
sandra w.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 May 2018
As described
As described. Definitely would stay here again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
8/10 Good
Laurie L.
7 Oct 2017
Study space
Plenty of space to spread out and many comforts of home. Thanks for the quiet space.
Laurie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
10/10 Excellent
Jackie G.
3 Oct 2017
Owatonna trip
It was clean, comfortable, and convenient location. Second stay.
Jackie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
6/10 Okay
Mohammad B., Jefferson City, Missouri
7 Aug 2017
A good value and comfortable place
Well appointed place and a good value but please note that it's the basement to a house. Perhaps I misread the description but I was expecting a stand alone apartment. No complaints except minor ones with the bathroom and owner's attitude. The bathroom needs a towel bar and a single faucet for hot and cold water for the sink. The old fashioned separate hot and cold faucets doesn't work well these days. No big deal but these two things would improve the bathroom's functionality.
I didn't tell him when I saw him but the owner's attitude rubbed me the wrong way when he insisted that he be paid the same day for having two additional kids that decided they also wanted to stay with us for the night we arrived but wanted to check out the dorms at the school where we were attending a hockey camp before deciding if they would spend the full week with us. I like to think that I am an honest person and wasn't going to stiff him for the extra he wanted for the two additional kids but he didn't give me a chance to even explain the situation before insisting on payment the same day.
Hopefully we lived up to my responsibilities too and left the place as we'd found it. Please let me know if I missed anything cleaning up or anything I should have done differently so I can be a better VRBO renter as well next time. Thank you.
Mohammad B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
10/10 Excellent
Tara M.
9 May 2017
Great Stay!
Very nice property with all the comforts of home!
Tara M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
10/10 Excellent
Mark U.
27 Mar 2017
Very nice place.
Very nicely finished. In a good location. I would definitely recommend this place.
Mark U.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017
10/10 Excellent
Robin R.
12 Jan 2017
Immaculate, new, cozy apartment home away from home!
I needed a 'get away' and this was the PERFECT place. All of the comforts of home, but cleaner, and more updated! Thank you Luke for taking such great care of your property and making me feel welcome!