Historic River Bluff Inn – Scenic St. Croix River Retreat 8-Bed, 9-Bath Historic Inn | Ideal for Groups and Gatherings
Top Features of the Home • Historic limestone inn with unique character • Perched atop a bluff overlooking the St. Croix River • 8 bedrooms, each with a private ensuite • Ideal for large families, wedding groups, executive groups or retreats. • Walkable to downtown Osceola shops, dining, and attractions • Pet friendly — perfect for family and group getaways
Welcome to the St. Croix Valley Inn, originally built in 1908 as the elegant Stoneleigh House. This beautifully restored limestone home sits atop a scenic bluff overlooking the St. Croix River in charming Osceola, offering a rare blend of historic charm and modern comfort.
Each suite is thoughtfully designed with its own character, and many feature private balconies, decks, or patios with sweeping river views—perfect for watching eagles soar, enjoying peaceful sunsets, or simply relaxing in nature.
Located just a short walk from downtown Osceola, guests can easily explore local restaurants, shops, waterfalls, and trails. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway, group retreat, or special celebration, this one-of-a-kind property offers an unforgettable stay in a truly scenic setting.
Home Layout + Amenities By Room Bedrooms • Bedroom 1 – Main Level: King • Bedroom 2 – Main Level: King • Bedroom 3 – Upper Level: Queen • Bedroom 4 – Upper Level: Queen • Bedroom 5 – Lower Level: King + sofa sleeper • Bedroom 6 – Lower Level: Queen • Bedroom 7 – Lower Level: Queen • Bedroom 8 – Studio Unit: Queen All bedrooms have a TV; 5 bedrooms feature a gas fireplace.
Bathrooms • Bathroom 1 – Main Level: Full ensuite (shower and tub) • Bathroom 2 – Main Level: Full (shower and tub) • Bathroom 3 – Main Level: ¾ ensuite (shower only) • Bathroom 4 – Upper Level: Full ensuite (shower and tub) • Bathroom 5 – Upper Level: Full ensuite (shower and tub) • Bathroom 6 – Lower Level: ¾ ensuite (shower only) • Bathroom 7 – Lower Level: ¾ ensuite (tub only) • Bathroom 8 – Lower Level: Full ensuite (shower and tub) • Bathroom 9 – Studio Unit: Full ensuite (shower and tub) Seven bathrooms feature Acryline spa baths that self-dry.
Kitchen / Dining • Large commercial kitchen with cookware and appliances • Spacious dining room for group meals • Additional outdoor seating for summer dining
Living • Upper level reading and game room — perfect for relaxing or quiet time • Main level den with TV • Main level bar area with seating • Studio unit living/game area for additional hangout space • Board games, chess, and checkers available
Outdoor • Private patio with furniture and dining area • Large open space with stunning views of the St. Croix River • Perched on a bluff above the river—please note the path down is steep
Bonus Spaces • 2 washers and dryers available
Parking • Small parking lot fits 3 cars • Street parking and public lot across the street (summer)
Location Highlights • Walkable downtown Osceola • St. Croix River access & scenic overlooks • Cascade Falls Park • St. Croix National Scenic Riverway
Book your stay at the St. Croix Valley Inn and experience a truly unique riverside retreat. MINNeSTAY looks forward to hosting you.
* Concierge Services Available * Looking for groceries, a chef-prepared meal, or even boat rentals? Our concierge service is here to take your vacation to the next level. Give us a call or send us a message to let us know how Minnestay can make your Five Star Stay unforgettable!
Booking Requirements: • 30+ Night Stays may require a lease. If the stay will be paid in monthly installments, a lease will be required and a security deposit equal to one month's rent is due at signing. If the stay is paid in full at time of booking, no lease is required. • Security Deposit: A refundable $2500 security deposit may be required, depending on the length of the reservation.. The deposit is refunded within 5–7 days after checkout, assuming no damage or excessive cleaning. Payment (when applicable): ACH (no fee) or credit card (3% processing fee). Lease and security deposit requirements do not apply to Airbnb bookings. By booking, guests agree to this policy. • All check-ins are contactless! To provide this service, we require a photo of yourself holding your ID to verify your identity, to be emailed or texted to our reservations department, no later than 24 hours prior to arrival. No exceptions. (Please be aware that we do not have staff available to meet guests in person on site for this purpose.) • All guests must be over the age of 25, unless part of a family unit. Verification may be required. • Bookings made within 7 days of arrival will require additional credit card documentation. • A Minnestay Rental Agreement must be signed, no later than 24 hours prior to arrival. This will require that you provide us with your email address. Please inquire about the terms and conditions prior to booking. • Discounts are valid only at checkout, are not retroactive, and cannot be combined with other offers. • All reservations are subject to the cancellation policy in place at the time of booking. Refunds outside of this policy are not guaranteed. • Minnestay is not responsible for travel delays or cancellations due to weather, illness, or other unforeseen circumstances. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance. • Direct bookings or other online booking sources may be subject to a 3% cancellation fee.
House Rules: • Check in: 4pm; Check out: 10am. Check‑in and check‑out times must be followed unless early/late arrangements are approved and are subject to additional fees. • This is a smoke-free property (tobacco, cannabis, e-cigarettes, vape, etc). There is no smoking allowed inside the property, on balconies/rooftop decks (Sable), or within 25 feet of the property. Fees will be assessed for smoking inside any part of the property, including common areas (Sable). • Small gatherings such as baby showers, wedding showers, family celebrations, reunions, and similar events are allowed with prior approval and a maximum of 32 total guests on the property at any time. An additional event fee applies. • Only homes specifically labeled “Pet Friendly” on the listing permit dogs; all other homes are strictly no-pet properties. Guests must notify the Minnestay team in advance if bringing a dog, and pet fees apply starting at $150. Most Pet Friendly homes allow a maximum of one dog unless otherwise approved. Certified Service Animals are welcome at all properties with prior notice; emotional support animals are not considered Service Animals under this policy. • This property may have a noise monitoring device on the interior of the home. Additional noise monitoring devices may be located in gathering spaces on the exterior of the home, as well (does not apply to Sable). • Please note that you are staying in a private home and not a hotel. We expect that you will treat it with respect. If any problems arise, we will do our best to resolve them as quickly as we are able. • Consumable amenities provided by Minnestay are not refilled during stay. • Additional daytime or overnight visitors are not permitted without prior approval. • Please follow all posted instructions for fire pits, grills, hot tubs, saunas and other amenities that may be located on the premise. Guests are responsible for safe and proper use of all equipment. • All guests must comply with local ordinances, including noise, occupancy, and parking regulations. Any violation that results in fines or penalties may be passed on to the guest. • Guests are responsible for damages that occur during their stay. Claims will be handled in accordance with platform policies and the rental agreement. • Please do not move or rearrange major furniture (beds, sofas, tables, dressers, etc.). Damage caused by moving furniture may result in additional charges, and any labor required to return items to their original placement may incur a fee. • Minnestay is not responsible for noise, traffic, construction, or neighboring activity outside of the property’s control. As such, refunds will not be provided for noise-related disturbances. • Temporary interruptions of utilities, Wi-Fi, or streaming services may occur and do not qualify for refunds. • Quiet Hours: 10PM-8AM. We love our neighbors! Please be respectful of the permanent residents around this property. • Security cameras may be on site, located on the exterior or in the common areas (Sable) of the property. • Loss of any physical keys, key fobs(Sable), garage door openers and/or parking passes (Sable) will incur a fee. • Fines up to $2000 per violation may be accessed to anyone found breaking these rules.
Deviation from these rules can result in an eviction from the premises with no refund, as stated in the signed rental agreement.
Servicios en la propiedad
Internet
Disponible en la casa: wifi gratis
Aparcamiento y servicios de transporte
Se recomienda coche
Aparcamiento en las instalaciones
Cocina
Cafetera y tetera
Especias
Frigorífico
Horno
Lavavajillas
Microondas
Placa de cocina
Tostadora
Vajilla y utensilios de cocina
Dormitorios
8 dormitorios
Se proporcionan sábanas
Baño
9 baños
Se proporcionan toallas
Secador de pelo
Zonas comunes
Chimenea
Sala de estar
Zona de comedor independiente
Entretenimiento
Juegos
Libros
Televisión
Zonas al aire libre
Balcón
Parrilla de barbacoa
Servicios de lavandería
Lavadora
Confort
Aire acondicionado
Calefacción
Mascotas
Se aceptan mascotas
Características especiales/accesibilidad
Alojamiento libre de humo
Servicios e instalaciones
Plancha o tabla de planchar
Servicios de conserjería
Aspectos destacados de la ubicación
Frente al agua
Actividades
Observación de aves en las inmediaciones
Paseos para ver animales salvajes en las inmediaciones
Pesca en las inmediaciones
Medidas de seguridad
Detector de monóxido de carbono (el propietario ha indicado que hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en el alojamiento)
Detector de humo (el propietario ha indicado que hay un detector de humo en el alojamiento)
Recibirás un correo electrónico del anfitrión con las instrucciones para hacer el check-in y el check-out.
La información proporcionada por la propiedad podría estar traducida con herramientas de traducción automática.
Mascotas
Se aceptan mascotas
Se aceptan animales de servicio (sin cargo)
Niños y camas adicionales
Los niños son bienvenidos.
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.
Información importante
Importante
Puede aplicarse un cargo por cada persona adicional, según la política de la propiedad.
Es posible que se solicite un documento de identidad con foto emitido por las autoridades gubernamentales, y una tarjeta de crédito, débito o depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto.
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden conllevar cargos adicionales.
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de humo en la propiedad
Las medidas de seguridad de la propiedad incluyen extintor de incendios
Esta propiedad tiene espacios al aire libre, como balcones, patios y terrazas, que podrían no ser adecuados para niños; en caso de inquietudes, recomendamos que te comuniques con la propiedad antes de tu llegada para confirmar que puedas hospedarte en una habitación que se ajuste a tus necesidades.
Vrbo, nuestro sitio asociado, administra este hospedaje. Recibirás un correo electrónico de Vrbo con un enlace que te llevará a tu cuenta de Vrbo, donde podrás cambiar o cancelar tu reservación.
Número de registro de propiedad: 76902
Información adicional
Se recomienda acceder a este hospedaje en auto.
Información de la zona
Esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra a orillas del agua, en Osceola. Franconia Sculpture Park y Folsom House son lugares culturales destacados, y los turistas que quieran ir de compras pueden visitar Heritage Mall y Trap Rock Ridge Plaza. También vale la pena conocer Ferrocarril Osceola & St. Croix Valley y Polk County Fairgrounds. Encontrarás muchas opciones para conocer la zona con actividades como pesca, avistaje de aves y paseos para ver animales salvajes. Visitar nuestra guía de viaje de Osceola
National Sports Center (centro nacional de deportes)
37 min en auto - 65.5 km
Saint Croix River
1 min a pie - 0.1 km
Riverwood Canoe
2 min a pie - 0.2 km
Ferrocarril Osceola & St. Croix Valley
10 min a pie - 0.9 km
Anfiteatro Somerset
19 min en auto - 29.5 km
Opciones de transporte
A. St. Paul Downtown (STP): 58 minutos en auto
Restaurantes
Skolhaugen Lounge
9 min en auto
Augies Woodhill Saloon & Grill
5 min en auto
Casey's General Store
13 min en auto
Ward's Bar
7 min en auto
Tippy Canoes
18 min a pie
Preguntas frecuentes
¿MINNeSTAY* St. Croix Valley Inn acepta mascotas?
Sí, se aceptan mascotas en la propiedad.
¿Cuánto cuesta el estacionamiento en MINNeSTAY* St. Croix Valley Inn?
Hay estacionamiento disponible en la propiedad.
¿A qué hora es el check-in en MINNeSTAY* St. Croix Valley Inn?
Hora de inicio de check-in: 16:00.
¿A qué hora es el check-out en MINNeSTAY* St. Croix Valley Inn?
Check-out: 10:00.
¿Dónde se encuentra MINNeSTAY* St. Croix Valley Inn?
A orillas del agua, esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra a unos pocos pasos de Saint Croix River y Riverwood Canoe. Ferrocarril Osceola & St. Croix Valley se encuentra a 1 km.