Family-friendly holiday rentals in Excelsior

My family and I selected Aaron and Colleen as hosts based on their five-star rating and safe location. However, we received more than what was expected. The first day, we were met with a personalized note, chocolates, and drinks in the fridge, including homemade cold brew! Such a thoughtful touch made us feel right at home. We were busy with family activities in the city, so we didn’t use the Peloton, hot tub, or sauna as expected. Still, returning to immaculate, extremely comfortable, stylish accommodation was lovely. The mattress was perfect! We also enjoyed listening to various records on the record player while playing cards and board games; it felt nostalgic. We enjoyed our stay, to say the least, and hope to revisit our experience at some future time.

We booked three nights to accommodate extended family coming from Chicago and Duluth to celebrate my son’s graduation from UMN. This place was perfect for us! There was plenty of room for everybody. The kitchen, open living room area, and deck worked really well for entertaining. We threw a BBQ get together for my son’s friends, a huge success in this great space. The place is very well stocked with everything we needed. We also heated up the sauna each morning to start the day! Emily was very responsive to our every need. Thank you!

Peaceful neighborhood, some noise heard from where host lives upstairs (just FYI in case this would be a factor for guests). Hospitable host with local recommendations. He informed us that the last guests had an accident with the ping pong table so that was not available but we enjoyed the pool table & hot tub. He also informed us that the pizza oven takes about 3 hrs to prep & 2 bundles of wood & is best for bulk pizza making. The master suite has a beautiful view of the backyard with water features. The o redhead fairy lights outside are a plus in the evening. Overall, a positive experience with Eric. I frequent Airbnb’s and would recommend this one.

A beautiful and well kept home very quiet neighborhood, pet friendly we love the fact that the master bedroom was on a separate wing. Lots of space for everyone to spread out and plenty of bathrooms.

Great place to stay! Easy to get around Minneapolis. This is the best stocked, most organized rental we have ever been to. Sarah has truly thought of everything to make your stay the best.

This well-equipped home is the perfect base for exploring Minneapolis. It's convenient to lots of activities and restaurants, but a tranquil spot to relax with plenty of space both inside and outside. Highly recommend.

The hosts, Katie and Curt, were very friendly and responsive. The hot tub on the patio was a big bonus. I also enjoyed relaxing in the hammock and watching the trolley go by through the woods ($3 to take the short historic ride). And just a few minutes to walk to Lake Harriet pavilion to take in some live music or walk around the lake. I’m excited to come back sometime for this relaxing get-away!

Amy Jo was a wonderful host and we felt right at home! The home was spacious and clean, the bed was comfy, and my little one had a blast playing with the toys and watching the ducks on the pond. We would definitely stay here again in the future.

The house was charming, and had lots of amenities. The kitchen had more pots and pans, silverware, appliances than I’ve ever seen at any other Airbnb where we’ve stayed. It was awesome!! Having use of the garage is also rare, and it was so convenient. We were there in the spring, and it would be really helpful in the winter. Kudos to excellent hosts for making the atmosphere so friendly and warm.

Every you need from a household, thank you for the late checkout.

Josh & Layl’s place is exactly the kind of quirky, character-filled place we love to stay when traveling. The apartment is full of art, books, and games. We are part of a large extended family and the dining table was inviting for long talks and laughter. The location was fantastic for us as we could walk to a cousin’s home and the Windom Park. Holy Land is always a favorite and it’s practically next door. 10/10 recommend.

Beautiful bungalow in a quiet, residential area of Minneapolis. It was a relaxing spot to return to after a busy day in the city. We also enjoyed how close the location is to the restaurants and shops at 50th and France.

Excellent stay, always love your properties. Place is clean, has everything you need and close to many things to do. Highly recommend, will be back in the future to stay again.

Another great stay! Super convenient, very quiet neighborhood. We so appreciate James’ flexibility in our check in!

We loved this place so much. Very homey and well decorated. Loved the big island in the kitchen. And all the plants . The bed was super comfy. Dalton was very good with us . When we messaged him, he got back with us right away. I would highly recommend recommend this place!

Very comfortable and spacious. Well maintained perfect location. Thanks.

Charle's Airbnb was the perfect place for us to stay during a transition between homes. He went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed and well taken care of. We stayed for nearly two weeks, and it truly felt like a second home. The space is exceptionally clean and well-equipped with everything you might need. It's a classic South Minneapolis duplex, and Charles and his wife live right next door, making it easy to reach out if anything comes up. The neighborhood is safe, walkable, and just a short stroll to Lake Harriet, with plenty of great restaurants and coffee shops nearby. Having our own private washer and dryer and white noise machines was a huge plus! And one especially thoughtful touch- Charles asks guests NOT to clean before checking out, which is a rare and appreciated gesture on Airbnb these days. If we find ourselves back in Minneapolis, we would absolutely stay here again without hesitation.

We’ve stayed in a number of Airbnbs in Minneapolis/St Paul, and Daniel’s definitely stands out. The apartment is sunny and spacious, with a big and well-equipped kitchen. The bathroom is lovely, and taking a bath at the end of a long day was fantastic! Daniel was responsive and very easy to work with. We very much enjoyed our stay and will be back. Thanks, Daniel!

My family had a great time at Dawn's place. She was very kind and quick to respond to my inquiries. The house is in a quiet neighborhood and close to Minnehaha Falls, which was nice for a walk. The living room was cozy and the bedroom was clean and very comfortable. I would come back if I had the chance.

We had a great weekend staying at Philip's place!

Such a wonderful home! We loved the location and our family enjoyed our stay immensely.

I’m a local host as well, just needed a place for a couple days last minute in between projects at home. This space was so perfect. Very spacious, cozy, private and peaceful! The place is full of very sweet, personal touches, great books, and just a general feeling like you’re right at home !! Thanks Alison!!!

The Lane House was the perfect place to stay while we were celebrating. It was the perfect “home base” for our friends and family over the weekend, was a great place to host a small gathering, and was a lovely place to rest and recuperate during our down time. All of the hosts are friendly, helpful, and communicative. They left really beautiful, personal touches all around the home that made us feel so welcomed. The home itself is gorgeous, historic, and well-maintained. Everything was spotless, from the comfortable bedrooms, to the spa-like bathroom, to the kitchen and other common spaces. My only regret is not staying longer! Would highly recommend and certainly hope to return one day!

Such a perfect spot for a weekend trip! We had a concert at Surly Brewing and it’s the perfect distance from there and the airport. Walkable to local restaurants and coffee shops. Has everything you need!! We would absolutely stay again!