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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Property grounds
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, table tennis
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Forest Lake, MN
  • Bayview Estates Park
    14 min walk
  • Lakeside Park
    6 min drive
  • Tanners Brook
    7 min drive
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    43 min drive

Room options

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Dining

City country, small Lake view, hot tub, game room fire place & lots of extras!

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (42)
The price is $292
$270 per night
$292 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15
City country, small Lake view, hot tub, game room fire place & lots of extras!

About the neighborhood

Forest Lake

Located in Forest Lake, this cottage is on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Bayview Estates Park and Beltz Park. .This family-friendly cottage is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Manor Park and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Castlewood Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Bayview Estates Park - 14 min walk
  • Running Aces Casino - 9 min drive
  • M Health Fairview Lakes Medical Center - 12 min drive
  • Crossways Lake - 15 min drive
  • National Sports Center - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Running Aces Casino, Hotel & Racetrack - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Old Log Cabin Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Incredible Lake Views Only Steps Away from The Water

Enjoy lakefront living with an outdoor kitchen, two decks, a place to dock (or rent) a boat or swim in a shallow weed free beach. When you want a break from the sun, spend time in the oversized game room with a ping pong, air hockey and foosball tables. 2 kayaks included in the rental for your enjoyment. You can't pass up this perfect 3-bedroom lake retreat with easy access to shopping and only 30 min from downtown Minneapolis! Sleeps a max of 8 guests.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Heather Gilbert

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Cats are not allowed due to allergies.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pack and Play available

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Incredible Lake Views Only Steps Away from The Water Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy h., Reno

Liked: Cleanliness
great rental
great spot,would love to come in summer
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Misinformation
The home was advertised with items ( hot tub) that it didn’t have and I wasn’t made aware of those missing or not working items until we arrived and paid for. Small issue that we take greatly is we are big coffee drinkers. To have a small coffee maker ( and it was dirty) was not good. Just not happy about the weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful long weekend on the Lake
Beautiful lake home! Property is very well kept and has many high end features that help keep the stay comfortable. The downstairs bedroom didn’t work very well for my parents with mobility issues, and the neighbor really does not like dogs, even a fully leashed, elderly, friendly lab who was in no way bothersome. Every other aspect of the property was absolutely stunning. Owners were friendly and helpful. Location is convenient. My 3 year old loved the clean, shallow lake, playroom, and local park. Don’t miss watching the sunrise over the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Great place, everything was perfect, loved the dock, didn’t bring boat this time but definitely will next time we stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise only 45 minutes from Twin Cities
Very clean and updated! Lots of bathrooms which is always nice. Fun game room in garage. We floating off the dock two different daya and it was so fun and relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Angie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location with many options.
This property fits 6 adults very nicely and had many options for hot days on the lake or rain days in the garage game room. The property has a nice fire pit but does not provide wood. If you plan on more sleeping on the couch there is no window coverings on the main room for blocking the light. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

LANCE G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Forest Lake Treat
We really enjoyed our stay at this wonderful home right on the lake. The grandkids had a blast on the dock and in the water, the game room was an added bonus for entertainment. The second story deck has incredible views of the lake and surrounding area, would have spent the entire time there if possible :). Forest Lake has much to offer and would recommend all to check this home out for a great getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Memories
Enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lake. Property would be better for less people
The lake is great. You can catch lots of fish. The property is not comfortable for 8 people like the listing says it can sleep. This property would be good for 3 adults and 2 children max. The beds were not very comfortable. The futon is extremely uncomfortable. My daughter had to sleep on a cot in the closet. The owner came to get their boat while we were there and said it would take 10 min. My sister said it took more like an hour and she wanted to tan on the dock but felt uncomfortable. Our last day the owner sent two kids over to mow the lawn and pull weeds out of the lake. This was a couple hours which was weird as I was trying to work in the sunroom. Communication on that would have been nice. There was no body soap for the shower. Unfortunately it wasn't our best stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay right on the lake
This was a perfect vacation for my family! The use of space in the home was perfect, and the garage was a wonderful space to get away and play games and hang out. Loved using the kayaks every morning and waking up to the sunrise right outside the master bedroom! The dock was a great place to relax at too with a nice table and umbrella. We brought our boat and the owners were so kind as to give us tips about the lake and suggested boating over to the pizza pub, so fun! Great recreational and fishing lake, this was a trip to remember and we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Very enjoyable home on the lake. The house sits right up to the edge of the lake and is very comfortable with some great rooms to enjoy the view and sunrises.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ash B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl’s weekend Away
We enjoyed this little house on the lake! Great setup for a small gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Winter Getaway
We loved our stay here! My two kids (10&13) especially loved the game room. We flew in from CA to meet our two Minneapolis friends at this perfect lake house. It had everything we needed. The view of the lake was just beautiful-especially the mornings I managed to catch the sunrise over the lake. We loved cozying up by the fireplace and cooking great dinners in the kitchen. The hosts were fabulous and responsive. Couldn’t recommend this place more for a quick getaway with friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended family holiday
Shared this home with my brother and his young adult children. We had plenty of room to cook, socialize and play games together. We will definitely look into this property for future get togethers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann B., Evanston IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Serene
we had a great week in Forest Lake! The home is very comfortable. The views of the water and wildlife were amazing. The house has everything you need, including very comfortable beds to enjoy your stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake Place Near the North Metro
We stayed here for our annual sibling get together and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Daniel and Heather were wonderful hosts and good communicators. This property is truly better than the description and everyone in our group was delighted. It's located close to the metro but still far enough to feel like a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Retreat
My husband and I had a great stay at the house. We LOVED the views. So nice to be able to see the water whether you were upstairs or downstairs!! We very much liked how quiet it was at the house. We used the game room which was nice since it did turn out to be a little rainy while we were there. We would definitely return to this house. Great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Forest Lake 5*
First time visiting Forest Lake, and would go back in a heartbeat. Dan and Heather were extremely helpful in offering suggestions in the area and in pre-booking. If we would’ve had issues (we had none) I know they would’ve been taken care of it immediately. The porch and dock were where we spent most of the time, they are as picturesque as advertised! Plenty of places to sleep and the game room will be a great escape for those with kids. We all enjoyed our stay and it will be in consideration for next summer!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun Lake house
This is the ideal property in the twin cities area for family or a group of friends! The house is beautiful and spacious and the game room was a big hit after a day in the lake. The place comes with kayaks, fishing poles, floaties and a beautiful dock to sit and enjoy the sunset and moon rise. The hosts were very easy to communicate with and very helpful all along the way with the booking process to check-out. Couldn’t recommend this property more.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Angela P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house, weedy lake
The property was great overall, and the game room was a nice feature. The lake was extremely weedy though, so that part was disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

W Brent M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake location. Relaxing
It was great. Lots of games to play. Lots of places to relax. Beautiful lake front property. You need to put a blow dryer in one of the bathrooms. Only thing missing that we needed. Awesome place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheri Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin
What a nice, welcoming cabin to stay at. All the beds were very comfortable. The outdoor kitchen was awesome to use. Only missed the jetted tub which was not working. Would recommend for any family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023