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Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More!

Entire home in Alexandria, MN

12 guests·5 bedrooms·3 bathrooms
5.0 · 8 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Private dock and lake access for kayaks, grills, and sunset views

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Spacious indoor layout with games, ping-pong, and Smart TVs

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Easy access to wineries and scenic Central Lakes Trail adventures

Property details

3,100 Sq Ft | Easy Access to Wineries | Lake Views | Pet Friendly w/ Fee

Discover a hidden gem outside Alexandria at this spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental. This lakefront home blends relaxation and adventure, featuring a fully stocked kitchen, fireplace, deck, and boat dock. After a day of exploring the scenic route of the Central Lakes Trail, return home to kayak on Lake Ida, grill, play outdoor games and enjoy the views during an unforgettable getaway!

The space
STR License: 2117

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed 
- Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed 
- Bedroom 5: 2 twin beds
- Office: 1 queen sleeper sofa
- Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib, 1 twin rollaway bed

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private dock (May-September), on-site lake & fishing access
- Kayaks, canoe, paddleboat, life jackets
- Covered deck w/ outdoor dining area, gas grill
- Large unfenced backyard, wood-burning fire pit w/ seating
- Cornhole, bocce ball, hammocks
- Cross-country skis, snowshoes

INDOOR LIVING
- Multiple gathering spaces, Smart TVs w/ Roku
- Gas fireplace, office workspace
- Board games, ping-pong table, large dining table
- High chair, booster seat

KITCHEN
- Dishwasher, gas stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave
- Drip coffee maker, Crockpot, toaster, blender, bar essentials
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, ice maker, spices

GENERAL
- Free WiFi, complimentary toiletries
- Central heating & A/C, keyless entry, washer & dryer
- Linens & towels, laundry detergent, iron/board, hair dryer, curling iron
- Trash bags & paper towels, water softener, luggage racks

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-7:00 AM)
- 4 exterior security cameras (facing out)

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home
- 1 step to enter
- Bedrooms & bathrooms on main floor

PARKING
- Garage (2 vehicles)
- Driveway (2-3 vehicles)
- No road parking

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property via keyless entry

Other things to note
- No smoking
- Pet friendly with a $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- This 2-story home requires 1 step to enter and features bedrooms and bathrooms on the main level
- Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located on the front right corner of the home facing the street, camera 2 is located on the left corner of the garage facing the driveway, camera 3 is located on the middle of the back wall facing the dock area, and camera 4 is in the garage facing the driveway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras actively record video and audio when motion is detected
- The private dock is available from May to September

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 king Bed

Bedroom 2

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 single Beds

Common space

1 sofa Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Central air conditioning

    Central air conditioning

  • Central heating

    Central heating

  • Indoor fireplace

    Indoor fireplace

  • Pets allowed

    Pets allowed

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

Guest reviews

Star icon 5.0 | 8 reviews
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Catherine

Fabulous, serene modern lakeside home

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May 2025

Had a wonderful stay at this extremely quiet and serene modern lake home. The home was laid out well so that you could gather together or have quiet time alone. The kitchen was well furnished with any appliance or utensil you would need. I appreciated how well things were labeled and the written instructions for the tv. Saw lots of birds and other wildlife. I would heartily recommend this place and I would certainly come back.

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Christine

Birch Cove Review

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August 2024

We had a wonderful time and look forward to coming back. The house was very clean and it was staged perfectly. It looked as though no one lived in yet it had all the amenities needed. They provided white fluffy towels for showering and nice bedding in all areas. The Lake was great also. Lots of fish, but more importantly, a great sand bar to settle in and let the kids play. The owner was very welcoming and kind. We would definitely come back. We got our moneys worth!

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Ryan

Amazing stay

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August 2024

Clean, beautiful home, and amazing gifts

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EMILY

Relaxing Bachelorette Party

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August 2024

We had 10 girls stay here for a 4 day weekend. We were able to relax, feel safe and go for awesome boat rides right outside of the house! The house was stocked with everything we needed, including extra lawn chairs and all kitchen items needed! The staff member that we worked with, Marisa, ensured our stay was enjoyable and we had all amenities needed. The location is a quick 10 minute drive to Carlos Creek Winery. We rented a pontoon from Toontastic Rentals, which was affordable and also a great company to work with! Overall, we truly enjoyed our stay and will be recommending this house to others!

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 3:00pm

Checkout: 11:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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