Savor the Country
at Stone House Farm!

Want to simplify, slow down, and refresh?
Then here is the place for you…

Located just outside the southwest metro of Minneapolis/St. Paul near the quaint town of Jordan, Stone House Farm offers an extra-ordinary setting for a close-in rural respite from the pace and populous of city and suburbs.

The farm is distinguished by its unique, nearly 100-year-old, beautifully restored, superbly clean 3-bedroom, 2-bath stone farmhouse that is surrounded by 115 acres of rolling hills, native grasses, and mature trees. The secluded "Back 40” natural area with a meandering creek and maintained trails is a special place to walk, cross-country ski, and view wildlife.

Guests come from near and far to enjoy all the farm has to offer—cookouts by the outdoor fireplace, stories and s'mores over the bonfire ring (split wood provided), family fun like horseshoes, corn hole, ping pong, foosball, table games, piano, mountain bikes (provided), or just kicking back and taking in the picturesque rural views.

Or venture off the farm to visit the many area attractions—Minnesota's Largest Candy Store, Valley Fair, many golf courses and lakes, horseback riding, zip lining, fall festivals, apple orchards, and much, much more (see below).

The Psalmist wrote, "The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul.”

We hope this is what you experience at Stone House Farm and look forward to helping you have a memorable visit!

David and Brodie Wheaton, owners/operators

SETTING: You will enjoy plenty of privacy on the farm's 115 acres. The farmhouse is set back a quarter mile from quiet Sawmill Road and perched atop a hill with beautiful views in nearly every direction. The Back 40 natural acreage, much of it reflecting the original prairie landscape of Minnesota, is a treat to explore. Each season at the farm—winter, spring, summer, and fall—offers its own unique experience!

LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, KITCHEN: All three rooms on the main level are open and connected and filled with natural light. The LIVING ROOM is suited for relaxing on the comfy chairs and couch. The DINING ROOM with its large table is perfect for family meals and games. The KITCHEN is fully equipped for all your culinary ideas, with double-oven and range, Kuerig coffee maker, and a traditional farm sink overlooking the Back 40. Full list of kitchen items available upon request.

BEDROOMS and BATHROOMS: There is one bedroom with a queen bed on the main level and two bedrooms upstairs, one with a king bed and the other with two twins. Full bathrooms with tiled showers on main and upper levels. There is also an additional room upstairs for reading or kids play. 

OUTDOOR FIREPLACE, PATIO, GRILL, FIRE RINGS: Great for family times, meals, and taking in life at the farm. Free split firewood available.

RECREATION: Six mountain bikes are available (nice gravel roads to ride), as well as ping pong, bean bag toss, ladder ball, and horseshoe pit. Board games, puzzles, and a digital piano are also available. In winter, bring your cross country skis, snowshoes, and sled.

DOG: We are open to your bringing one dog if you and your group are able/willing to abide by the Dog Agreement.

INTERNET and TV: The farmhouse has free high-speed wifi, a 40” LED TV with a Roku set top device for streaming television (e.g. DirecTV and other apps), two adapters (Apple and Android) for streaming directly from your device, a DVD player, and a digital antenna that receives 30+ local channels.

FARM FRESH EGGS: Eggs from pasture-raised hens (highest designation) from the farm next door can be ordered and delivered to the fridge in advance of your arrival.

Guest Reviews

Perfection! *****

The setting is idyllic, the house was immaculately clean and comfortable, and the host was phenomenal. We already have our return visit booked! ~ Monica

Country escape *****

This is a beautiful, well-maintained property. The house is comfortable and very clean. The outdoor space is the star, with numerous places to relax and unwind without ever leaving. We enjoyed the peaceful setting, coffee on the lawn, long walks in the "back 40," campfires by the drive and even a visit by some sandhill cranes. Nice to be able to bring our dog as well. It's close enough to the Twin Cities to be convenient--but far enough to feel like a true escape. ~ Diane

A peaceful and quiet getaway *****

Our family of four (plus our dog Indy) spent a wonderful weekend here. I am already planning a trip back with friends. The house was spotless (and I am very picky when I travel about cleanliness) and had everything we needed. David was great to work with. A modern farmhouse feel and decorated perfectly!

Beautiful and Peaceful *****

I had such a relaxing stay here. The farmhouse is new and beautifully built and the land is gorgeous with rolling hills, creeks and nature everywhere. I would definitely go back! ~ Liz

Escape to the Country to Relax and Recharge!

We spent a wonderful week at Stone House Farm. The house itself is completely new, spotless, inviting and has everything you need to feel at home while away from home.

The owner David is a pleasure to deal with, friendly, responsive and truly concerned about his guests having a good stay. We actually got to meet him and his family and it was a real treat.

Again, I can’t speak highly enough about how pretty the house is and all the amenities it has, but on top of that the setting is breathtaking. We wanted quiet and peace and we got that. We wanted to be able to go hiking near by and we got that (in fact there is a private 2 mile loop steps away from the door). We wanted to be able to visit towns, go antique shopping, go to a restaurant or for and ice cream and we got that too.

There are a few house rules for guests to follow, especially about dogs in the house, but I completely understand why they exist. We had no problem with them and I would probably ask for the same if I had a house as pretty. So, no problem for us!

What can I say, it was our privilege to stay at Stone House Farm in Jordan, MN and we would go back in a heartbeat. Thank you, David, for sharing your beautiful farm with us. ~ Veronica

 

Rate

  • $295-$355/night depending on day of week and time of year. Fill out rental inquiry form below for a quote.

  • Rate is for 2 guests, $35/night each additional guest up to 6 total.

  • $165 cleaning

  • $20/night for one qualifying dog. Read dog agreement.

  • 5% discount for rentals of 7-9 nights. 10% discount for rentals of 10 or more nights.

  • NOTE: There is no VRBO service fee when you book directly through us.

Payment

Down payment: 30% of total rent and signed rental agreement reserves your dates. We accept check, credit card, Venmo, PayPal, and Apple Pay.

Balance payment: Due 7 days before your check in date. Once you are paid in full, we will email you the Guest Information document, which contains all the details on the home and area recommendations.

Cancellation: 100% refund of payments made if cancellation is made 30 or more days before check in date. 50% refund if 14-29 days before check-in.

Policies

Prior to sending an inquiry, please read the rental agreement to make sure your group meets and accepts the terms, such as:

  • Two renters must be over 35 years old and children should be supervised.

  • Only Lessee’s approved group is allowed on the property, except with owner permission.

  • No behavior that disturbs our neighbors, such as loud voices, music, or trespassing.

Availability Calendar

Calendar displays better on larger screen (e.g. laptop, tablet). “Reserved” = VRBO reservations. “Blocked” = non-VRBO reservations. Reservation end date is available as check-in date and reservation start date is available as check-out date.

Rental Inquiry

For a quote, fill in the below form below.

Area Attractions:

In Jordan:

  • Bike, walk, or run to Jordan on picturesque Sawmill Road along Sand Creek (3 miles one way)

  • Restaurants, antique and gift shops

  • Lagoon Park and lake with swimming and fishing

  • Sand Creek waterfall

  • 15 buildings on National Register of Historic Places

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Nearby:

Stone House Farm is…

  • 3 miles from Jordan

  • 13 miles from Prior Lake

  • 14 miles from Shakopee

  • 22 miles from Lake Minnetonka or Eden Prairie

  • 37 miles from Minneapolis airport

  • 42 miles from St. Paul

Find local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps.

Owners

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Brodie and I are lifetime Minnesotans who love this state. We were raised and live just west of the Twin Cities in the Lake Minnetonka area and are blessed to have both sides of our family nearby.

In our twenties, my parents introduced us to the rugged, forested wilderness on the North Shore of Lake Superior. They had honeymooned there in the 1950s and today we relish trips Up North to our cabin, Lutsen Lakehouse on Lake Superior (also available for rent).

So perhaps it was just a matter of time before we developed a love for the rural agricultural part of Minnesota. We felt it stirring when we would find ourselves on weekends driving out to a quiet gravel road somewhere in the country to take a walk with our son and dogs.

The first day we set foot on Stone House Farm, we could tell it was a special place—the unique stone farmhouse, the awe-inspiring views, the Back 40 nature and wildlife area. The overall setting enchanted us. There is a lot to appreciate and experience at this farm and we are so grateful to be its stewards at this time in its history.

If you stay in the farmhouse, you will likely notice what is most important to us—our Christian faith, family, and friends. We find this a conducive place to cherish all three. And it makes us glad to share the farm with others who will enjoy and respect it as much as we do.

David and Brodie Wheaton

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“I would rather be on my farm
than be emperor of the world.”
~ George Washington