Century Cottage-PERFECT for Mayo & downtown visitors!

Rochester, Minnesota
$138 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

In Lowertown-A quaint cottage with modern updates is your home away from home! Fully furnished and a well stocked kitchen make it a wonderful place for overnight stays or longer term rentals. Beautiful patio provides an urban sanctuary at the end of a long day. Close proximity to Mayo Clinic-downtown restaurants, grocery stores and shopping are within walking distance. Two blocks in either direction puts you on the trail system. Public transit 1 ½ blocks away and a laundromat is ½ block away.

This home provides everything you need for a stay in Rochester: fully furnished, all kitchen essentials and if there is something you need just ask and we can probably provide it! This home's two bedrooms sleep 4 people comfortably. There is also a “bonus” room with a queen size bed that can be used as a third bedroom . (Additional guests over 4 are $10 per night) During the summer season we are happy to have you help yourself to what is growing in the backyard garden. We typically have asparagus, rhubarb, onions, tomatoes and peppers.

You will have access to the 1 1/2 story home, the yard and patio. There is free street parking. The basement is private owner area. We live next door so can be available when needed. We are happy to share our knowledge of the Rochester area and of course our favorite restaurants!

We LOVE our neighborhood as it provides us with the sustainable lifestyle that is important to us. We can walk or bike to most everything we need within 10 minutes. We try to be as environmentally conscious as possible so don't use any pesticides, insecticides or harsh chemicals inside or out. In 2021 the newest additions to our urban homestead were CeCe, Tiffany and Sunshine-three laying hens that provide us with the eggs we need. The home we live in (next door) has been featured in several articles in and around Rochester as we strive to achieve as close to net-zero energy use as possible. If you are interested in a tour let us know!

This neighborhood is in the perfect setting; close to downtown but away from the main busy streets. Goose Egg Park (named for the shape ;-) is 2 blocks away and Silver Lake Park is 3 blocks away-so easy to take a little stroll on the paths or around the lake. Nearby in the Cook Park area of Lowertown are Garden Party Books, Pop's Art Theater and Wear Local. 125 Live is one of the newest offerings in our neighborhood with classes, art shows and many other events happening. Rochester Farmer's Market operates year round at Graham Park on Saturday mornings and in the summer Wednesdays are added.

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  • School District Availability
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1200 Sq Ft (112 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Susan

    Submitted Mar 13, 2025

    Stayed Mar 2, 2025

    We were in Rochester for a visit to Mayo. The Cottage is within 1.2 miles and it's a very easy commute. The Cottage itself is very comfortable and homey. Great place to relax after appointments/surgery. The owners are very responsive/helpful and the chickens are amazing!

  • Submitted Apr 13, 2026

    Stayed Mar 27, 2026

    Clean home, would stay again!

  • Kristin T.

    Submitted Apr 7, 2026

    Stayed Apr 2, 2026

    Mary and Ivan are the best! The house is so lovely! It's close to everything and it's the only place I feel comfortable when going through treatments. It's very clean and every detail has been thought of.

  • Candy W.

    Submitted Apr 2, 2026

    Stayed Mar 29, 2026

    We had our first 2 day stay at Rochester for appointments at Mayo. This beautiful cottage was an excellent choice to stay at. We enjoyed our stay here as it was close to Mayo and as a bonus the cottage was nice and comfortable. The Cottage was very inviting. We will definitely check it out to see if it's open for any future stays we may have in Rochester. The host was extremely nice and answered any questions we had. Very happy to have found this gem.

  • jessica S.

    Submitted Mar 29, 2026

    Stayed Mar 22, 2026

    We absolutely loved our stay! It was super clean and fresh! My daughter enjoyed going out and seeing the chickens every morning and evening! It was so nice to have a house so close to the Mayo Clinic. They were also so kind to answer any and all questions and to give recommendations for food and fun!

  • Deb B.

    Submitted Mar 22, 2026

    Stayed Mar 19, 2026

    This place was adorable, very clean, and exactly as advertised. The kitchen was well appointed and had some extra treats for us! Our hosts were very responsive. I would definitely stay here again.

  • Douglas B.

    Submitted Mar 12, 2026

    Stayed Mar 3, 2026

    Great place to stay and great hosts!!

  • Kristin T.

    Submitted Jan 13, 2026

    Stayed Jan 8, 2026

    This is not my first stay here... THAT'S how much I LOVE it!!I cannot say enough great things about the house, property, and hosts!! It's all amazingly magnificent!

  • Jeffrey K.

    Submitted Dec 31, 2025

    Stayed Dec 23, 2025

    Above and beyond decor and helpfulness from hosts.

  • Howard H.

    Submitted Dec 3, 2025

    Stayed Dec 1, 2025

    Great location, great house, incredibly clean. Great host, great experience

  • Jen L.

    Submitted Nov 29, 2025

    Stayed Nov 26, 2025

    This is a great little house. Comfortable and private with a host who is available and kind.

  • Patty W.

    Submitted Nov 15, 2025

    Stayed Nov 6, 2025

    Perfect. Clean. It truly was a home away from home. Anything you may need was at your fingertips. It was a stressful time, and having a home to come back to was comforting. The walk-in shower on the main floor was appreciated and the layout of the bedrooms allowed some to rest any time of day. Loved proximity to Silver Lake and Zumbro River trails for others to fit in a run. And finally, being to make regular and decaf coffee at the same time rocked! Something for everyone!

  • Submitted Nov 12, 2025

    Stayed Nov 2, 2025

    Cute little home, well equipped with everything. The host was lovely!

  • Sarah A.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 1, 2025

    This was our 3rd time staying at this property. We appreciate the location, cleanliness, convenience of this property. The owners also live close and are great to deal with if you need them for anything. Thanks again!

  • Dave & Lalena J.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2025

    Stayed Sep 16, 2025

    This Quiet but Close to Mayo Neighborhood was exactly what we needed. Thank you!

  • Cindi A.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    What more can I add that others haven’t already said? I’ll give it a try.This was truly the best place we’ve ever stayed. The home was spotless, peaceful, and stocked with all the helpful information a newcomer to Rochester could need. It had a unique charm — like stepping into a handcrafted dollhouse, cozy and inviting. Somehow, it just felt like home from the moment we walked in.I was especially impressed with how quiet it was, considering we were only about a block from downtown. We’ll definitely be back next year—if we’re lucky enough to find it available!

  • Jenna F.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2025

    Stayed Aug 19, 2025

    Very cozy & appreciated the extra touches.

  • jean a.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 13, 2025

    Great place. It is quiet, very clean and had Hulu. Everything we needed.

  • Lorrie O.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 29, 2025

    The owners have done as much as I can think of to make this a great visit. Beautiful, cozy and safety interests done to a “ten”. If I have to back to Mayo I hope I’ll find another welcome here.

  • Marv E.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 23, 2025

    Comfortable stay with needed conveniences. Quiet neighborhood. Easy access to Rochester points of interest.

  • Nancy M.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 6, 2025

    We needed a place to stay for a week of appointments at Mayo. Cottage on 11th was perfect for us. It was clean and quiet and had all the comforts of home. We were able to cook our own meals and enjoyed lots of patio time and short walks around the neighborhood and on the nearby trail system. Our hosts were very warm and welcoming. We would stay again.

  • Patty S.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    Everything we needed was provided. Owner communication was stellar. Wish we could have had more time here and less in the hospital, but was a quiet place to return to each night to unwind. Thanks for the soaps!

  • Suzanne S.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 17, 2025

    This charming cottage was perfect for a few days of Mayo appointments. My favorite part was the garden and outdoor space. Hosts thought of everything we could have needed plus a few extras.

  • Monique W.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    Beautiful house with a gorgeous yard. Property owners are very kind and helpful. 10/10

  • Christine C.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    Comfortable and relaxing and simple.

  • Lisa L.

    Submitted May 24, 2025

    Stayed May 19, 2025

    I love staying at the Cottage! Its my go-to spot when i travel to Rochester.

  • Kristin T.

    Submitted May 14, 2025

    Stayed May 12, 2025

    This is the second week in a row that we have stayed at this fantastic home! Mary and Ivan are wonderful people who have truly thought of everything to make their home beautiful and inviting!

  • Bob Z.

    Submitted May 10, 2025

    Stayed May 8, 2025

    The house was amazing. We arrived and the air conditioner was on and the house was cooled. The house was very clean and smelled fresh. The beds worked out very well and slept great. We used the outdoor patio and it was a very relaxing yard. Thank you for making our stay enjoyable.

  • Kristin T.

    Submitted May 7, 2025

    Stayed May 5, 2025

    This property is immaculate! It's homey, quiet, beautifully decorated, and the host is wonderful!You WANT to stay here when visiting Rochester!

  • Bs B.

    Submitted May 3, 2025

    Stayed Apr 27, 2025

    The house is above and beyond what we were expecting. Very comfortable. All of the amenities we needed. Close to Mayo. Unbelievably clean. The thing that stood out most was the hospitality. Mary was so responsive and in bad weather even gave us warning and a safety plan if needed. It wasn’t, but we were so grateful to have that support! Incredible source of comfort during a tough week of testing and appointments at mayo.

  • Joseph C.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2025

    Stayed Apr 19, 2025

    Perfect home away from home!

  • Lowell B.

    Submitted Mar 17, 2025

    Stayed Mar 13, 2025

    My wife, daughter, and I had a great stay at the Century Cottage this past weekend. The house is very conveniently located between downtown Rochester and the Rochester Recreation Center. It was less than a mile walk/drive to the recreation center and a short drive to downtown Rochester. Mary was also very responsive to any messages we sent. All questions were answered within minutes. We would definitely stay here again if we're ever back in the Rochester area.

  • Paul G.

    Submitted Mar 4, 2025

    Stayed Feb 24, 2025

    Great location to the Mayo Clinic. Nearby to many restaurants and stores!

  • Doug M.

    Submitted Feb 5, 2025

    Stayed Feb 3, 2025

    Easy access to Mayo and the host was fantastic

  • Rodney T.

    Submitted Jan 29, 2025

    Stayed Jan 25, 2025

    Everything was better than expected. Great hosts and great place! Hosts are very thoughtful and proactive. Thanks so much. We'll repeat if we visit again.

  • Lydia B.

    Submitted Jan 27, 2025

    Stayed Jan 20, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay in this cozy home on a quiet street. Walkable to coffee and a few restaurants. Everything was clean and well cared for. Recommend.

  • Submitted Jan 19, 2025

    Stayed Jan 17, 2025

    House was clean guest left a bag of local coffee excellent recommendations (we got the Saturday special bread from the bakery!!). Great communication three queen beds for comfort

  • Robert G.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2025

    Stayed Dec 16, 2024

    The house was really convenient to Mayo Clinic. The host was great and very understanding about our schedule change. The house was clean, cozy and holiday decorations were a nice touch. The upstairs bedroom was a great place to escape and do some work between appointments.

  • Slg D.

    Submitted Dec 28, 2024

    Stayed Dec 24, 2024

    We were in town visiting family for the holidays. It was the perfect place to

  • Janet V.

    Submitted Nov 12, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    We had a girls weekend and did some baking and shopping

  • Jane H.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 14, 2024

    We loved the cottage. It was everything we needed and was mentioned in the listing. The entire stay was effortless; clean and comfortable. We highly recommend this space and would definitely return again.

  • Dave G.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2024

    Stayed Oct 3, 2024

    We stayed at the Cottage for a girl's getaway long weekend. It was wonderful! The cottage was so nice and homey. It was equipped with everything we needed. Mary and Ivan were so accommodating. We asked if there was a specific item available, and they were able to get what we requested before we arrived. The patio was a wonderful place to sit and relax and the weather allowed us to do just that. The chickens were great. We really enjoyed our long weekend and would definitely recommend the Cottage to anyone needing a cozy place to stay while in Rochester. Loved it!

  • Brian G.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2024

    Stayed Oct 1, 2024

    Very comfortable and clean place. We appreciated having a home away from home to come back to after appointments at Mayo Clinic.

  • Mike F.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2024

    Stayed Sep 22, 2024

    We had an eye surgery scheduled at the mayo clinic for my 11 month old granddaughter we wanted someplace that would be comfortable and close to downtown Rochester Mary and Ivan cottage fit the bill perfectly. It was very clean very centrally located and we had a wonderful stay. We have a follow up appointment in a month and we will probably stay there again . Mary and Ivan were excellent host. Whenever we had a question they answered it right away. We could not have asked for a better place to stay.

  • Mary C.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 18, 2024

    This place had all we needed and more. It was very convenient to the Mayo Clinic in a nice quiet neighborhood. Good restaurants nearby and a nice park to walk to. The house was great and the chickens were fun to watch.

  • Patrick K.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2024

    Stayed Sep 15, 2024

    This was our second time staying at the cottage, and was an easy choice. Very comfortable and everything that you need.

  • Alec S.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2024

    Stayed Sep 11, 2024

    I cannot say enough about how great of a stay we had. Very accomodating. Everything as described. Highly recommend. We will be using again when back in town.

  • Luis (Louis) L.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2024

    Stayed Sep 9, 2024

    This was a wonderful experience in every way, made possible by the wonderful hospitality of the hosts, Mary and Ivan. If my wife and I again travel to Rochester, this is where we want to stay!

  • James L.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2024

    Stayed Aug 31, 2024

    Peaceful and such a pleasant home

  • Crystal C.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2024

    Stayed Aug 25, 2024

    Great

  • Eileen B.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2024

    Stayed Aug 18, 2024

    This cozy cottage had everything we needed and then some. It was a wonderful place to come to rest, relax, and recharge after long days of appointments. Hosts were very responsive. It was very clean and we felt very safe while staying there.

  • Lisa D.

    Submitted Aug 15, 2024

    Stayed Aug 11, 2024

    Clean and cute house. Owners were very accommodating and kind.

  • Lisa L.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 29, 2024

    Cute cottage has everything i needed.

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