Unity Farm-The Roost/stargazer cabin/river access | Cabin in Shafer

Welcome to the Roost at Unity Farm. Stay under the stars in this luxuriously appointed space with in floor heat and be surrounded by woods and prairie. Ski or hike right out the door. Can be booked along with two other rentals at Unity Farm (The Coop and The Cottage) for a unique group, retreat or family reunion. Outdoor shower is available in the summer only.
Please note the this listing has a half bath located across from the bedroom which requires going outside very briefly. Kitchenette.
The Roost is isolated and we don’t have interaction with guests unless we happen to run into you or you need us!
Taylor’s Falls, Minnesota is a charming river town known for its stunning natural scenery along the St. Croix River. Visitors are drawn to the area for its dramatic rock formations, scenic overlooks, and miles of hiking trails in Interstate State Park. The town offers a mix of outdoor adventure and small-town charm, with local shops, cozy cafés, and beautiful river views. Whether you’re hiking, kayaking, or simply enjoying the landscape, Taylor’s Falls is a perfect destination for a relaxing getaway in nature.
Franconia sculpture park is right around the corner. Many wonderful coffee shops, cafes, restaurants, wineries, and breweries to explore. Local bike trails, hiking trails and cross country skiing.
Guests will park and there is a short walk along the prairie to the cottage. A cart or sled is provided for your belongings.
Unity farm is an extraordinary place, filled with wildlife, native flowers, and abundance of trees and forest, and private access to the St. Croix River. It is a place that offers peace and serenity, and surrounded by national forest property. There is a pond in the yard with occasional great blue herons, ducks and many turtles. On the property there are tennis courts, walking paths that lead through the woods and down to the river. There is a small sand beach on the river at the end of the trail. There is a tennis court, and even a baseball field and basketball hoop.
The landscape is glorious any time of the year, whether it is cross country skiing around the big field in the winter or hiking to the river for a swim in the summer.
We have restored 80 acres of land into natural prairie, which offers a variety of wild flowers throughout the spring and summer, and ends in the fall with tall blue stem grasses.
We have three cottages that we offer for rent. One is called “ the cottage”, and it is a two/three bedroom farmhouse with two bathrooms and a small kitchenette. The downstairs has a small living room, with an adjoining bedroom with a queen size bed. The bathroom has a walk in shower. The upstairs floor has four twin beds, with a partial room divider between the rooms. The bathroom has a pink clawfoot tub.
For cold nights in the winter, there is a wood stove downstairs, and for the rest of the year, there is a small front porch, and a few steps away is a large deck with a dining table and chairs.
The other cottage is called “ the coop”, and this farmhouse has a full kitchen, a downstairs bathroom with a walk in shower, and a larger living room with a large TV if so desired. Upstairs there is a queen size bed. This cottage has an outdoor deck that overlooks the restored prairie.
The third is "the Roost", it is a luxurious one bedroom rental with 1/2 bath surrounded by the woods and prairie.
The walking trails are marked clearly, whether you are on snowshoes or skis, or going for a walk through the woods or to the river. Please respect the private property signs and the DNR signs, there is rare flora and fauna in areas, and we want to preserve our natural resources. You will find the woods magical, you might want to pack a picnic lunch and sit on the bridge that goes over Lawrence Creek – there are two for you to choose from!
Please be courteous of our neighbors and pay attention to the areas that are designated for your use.
We are less than an hour outside of the cities, we invite you to come and experience this incredible environment!
Enjoy your stay, sign the guestbook if you please, and leave only footprints and memories.
NOTE: Prior to your stay we require you to sign and agree to our rental agreement. We require license plate information per our lodging classification with the county.
Wifi can be spotty at times as this is a remote location. We encourage you to unplug during your stay.
Local coffee and k cups provided along with tea.
Hot plate is provided in the kitchenette along with basic cooking essentials, olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper and basic spices.
Outdoor shower is on approximately May-Early October! We shut it off when temps get too low.
This is an off grid experience. There is WIFI but the signal can be weak at times. Please plan accordingly.
1/2 Bath only with washcloths and towels provided to wash off. No Shower in the winter months.
Kitchenette has:
Fridge/freezer, toaster oven, kuerig coffee maker, French press, electric tea kettle, hot plate.
Outdoor fire pit area with grate for fire cooking off the deck! Please note: keep fires modest and small for safety.
*This is a short hike in stay. A cart is provided for guests to bring items to the Roost.
Aveda shampoo, conditioner, and cream rinse provided for when the outdoor shower is available in the summer.
Coffee and tea provided.
Many sculptures are scattered throughout the property.
Tennis courts and baseball diamond.
Pottery studio available for by appointment shopping.
Any additional guests will be charged an added fee and must be approved by host.
Violation charges are as follows:
Guests will be charged $500 for any smoke inside the property.
Unapproved pets bought to the property $300
Unapproved guests: $150 per person per night
Parties will result in immediate eviction without a refund.
Property left excessively dirty will result in an added cleaning fee of $250 to cover added cleaning costs.

Unity Farm-The Roost/stargazer cabin/river access is located in Almelund. Unity Farm-The Roost/stargazer cabin/river access provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This Cabin features Parking, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Unity Farm-The Roost/stargazer cabin/river access has 1 Bedroom , 50 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 2 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Almelund has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Almelund, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.