10/10 Excellent
Sophia S.
19 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lake cabin stay!
Sophia S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Entire home
Log Home on Circle Lake - Now with Pickleball Court!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10278.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Faribault, MN
- St. Olaf College16 min drive
- Carleton College19 min drive
- Shattuck-St. Mary's School21 min drive
- Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
East Wing Bedroom!
1 Queen Bed
King's Room
1 Queen Bed
Knotty Pine Bedroom
1 King Bed
Most Popular Bedroom!
2 Single Beds
Queen's Room
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2 - Near Entry Door.
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Log Home on Circle Lake - Now with Pickleball Court!
Vacation in a Gorgeous Log Home out in the Country on Beautiful Circle Lake!
We have tons of amenities, but everyone's favorite is the Lake! A close second are the Lake toys, including 2 brand-new fast Hydro-bikes ($5,000 worth) 2 Paddleboards, 2 Kayaks & 1 Canoe! Two log swings & a super-comfy fabric swing overlooking the Lake are amazing!
We have room for up to 10 guests in beds, in five beautiful bedrooms! Past Guests have told us we have the most comfortable beds they've ever slept in! You'll have 3,000+ square feet in the lower level, facing Circle Lake, to spread out in!
You will enter your own separate entrance on the lake-side of the house. (We live quietly upstairs, but are gone a lot travelling ourselves. Our kids are gone, and we do not have a dog.)
You'll have a Theater Room for watching TV & Movies! You'll have a full kitchen, with a square high-top table that seats 8, which is great for games! A Pool Table awaits to entertain you.
The sleeping rooms are separated with a walk thru a short hallway (only one step down) to the Kitchen/Dining Room/Game Room. That keeps the Sleeping rooms completely quiet, even when some are still playing games or watching TV.
Pontoon Rental Available on the Lake: Sunset Pontoon Rentals (Ask for contact number after booking).
2024 Rates - $450 a day plus gas
SUPER CLEAN! We have an amazing Cleaner who dis-infect all hard surfaces. They wipe down switch plates, stair railings, and other surfaces others might miss.
They use Melaleuca Cleaning Products, that are green & Eco-friendly cleaning products that contain NO harmful chemicals! Sol-U-Guard, Melaleuca's powerful disinfectant, has been proven to kill the Corona Virus, and thousand of other viruses & bacteria upon contact!
Come & Enjoy a Worry-Free Getaway!
We have tons of amenities, but everyone's favorite is the Lake! A close second are the Lake toys, including 2 brand-new fast Hydro-bikes ($5,000 worth) 2 Paddleboards, 2 Kayaks & 1 Canoe! Two log swings & a super-comfy fabric swing overlooking the Lake are amazing!
We have room for up to 10 guests in beds, in five beautiful bedrooms! Past Guests have told us we have the most comfortable beds they've ever slept in! You'll have 3,000+ square feet in the lower level, facing Circle Lake, to spread out in!
You will enter your own separate entrance on the lake-side of the house. (We live quietly upstairs, but are gone a lot travelling ourselves. Our kids are gone, and we do not have a dog.)
You'll have a Theater Room for watching TV & Movies! You'll have a full kitchen, with a square high-top table that seats 8, which is great for games! A Pool Table awaits to entertain you.
The sleeping rooms are separated with a walk thru a short hallway (only one step down) to the Kitchen/Dining Room/Game Room. That keeps the Sleeping rooms completely quiet, even when some are still playing games or watching TV.
Pontoon Rental Available on the Lake: Sunset Pontoon Rentals (Ask for contact number after booking).
2024 Rates - $450 a day plus gas
SUPER CLEAN! We have an amazing Cleaner who dis-infect all hard surfaces. They wipe down switch plates, stair railings, and other surfaces others might miss.
They use Melaleuca Cleaning Products, that are green & Eco-friendly cleaning products that contain NO harmful chemicals! Sol-U-Guard, Melaleuca's powerful disinfectant, has been proven to kill the Corona Virus, and thousand of other viruses & bacteria upon contact!
Come & Enjoy a Worry-Free Getaway!
Property manager
Peter Sheehan
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
We love Kids & Kids love it here!
Events
No events allowed
Parties are grounds for termination.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Parties are grounds for termination.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Faribault
Located in Faribault, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. River Bend Nature Center and Edward Velishek Memorial Wildlife Management Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Faribault Family Aquatic Center and Rice County Fair Grounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Faribault, MN
What's nearby
- St. Olaf College - 16 min drive - 16.9 km
- Rice County Fair Grounds - 18 min drive - 20.2 km
- Carleton College - 19 min drive - 17.3 km
- Shattuck-St. Mary's School - 21 min drive - 23.1 km
- Mall of America - 40 min drive - 56.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- L & M Bar & Grill - 14 min drive
- Boonie's Bar & Grill - 5 min drive
- Dawn's Corner Bar - 14 min drive
- Winjum's Shady Acres Resort - 26 min drive
- Lodge - 21 min drive
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
dan j.
11 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Annual Family Vacation
dan j.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elyse M.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!!
Elyse M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessica K.
12 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lakefront home
Jessica K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Phyllis P.
24 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake get away
Phyllis P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Timothy L.
2 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous !!
Timothy L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patricia D.
7 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful accommodations!
Patricia D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian H.
10 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
Brian H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
jo c.
18 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakeside Home Retreat
jo c.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sean P.
15 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Faribault Lake House
Sean P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark W.
23 May 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great getaway
Mark W.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020
10/10 Excellent
Pamela R.
11 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Our stay
Pamela R.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kent H.
20 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hockey Dads
Kent H.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lillian B.
23 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
Lillian B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl J.
24 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Far exceed our expectations
Cheryl J.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brian U.
30 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway For Families Of All Ages
Brian U.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Roger U., Marshall
7 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Circle Lake house
Roger U.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Penny H.
7 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sibling getaway
Penny H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lee S.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for Large Family Gatherings
Lee S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve W.
12 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable lake home for a family getaway!
Steve W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
8/10 Good
Ashley C.
12 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Quaint lower level of log home on Circle Lake
Ashley C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
8/10 Good
Melissa R.
24 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big place!
Melissa R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C., Saint Paul, MN
6 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time!
Jennifer C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
8/10 Good
Emily W.
30 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway!
Emily W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Maureen J.
2 Nov 2024
Maureen J.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Peter Sheehan
My Dream since I was 5 years old ... was to LIVE ON A LAKE!
In 2000, we purchased this Dream Lake Home, added Log siding, and doubled the size of the Chalet. You will Vacation in over 3,000 sq of pure Fun & Relaxation!
We LOVE people, and are excited to hosts new guests!
In 2000, we purchased this Dream Lake Home, added Log siding, and doubled the size of the Chalet. You will Vacation in over 3,000 sq of pure Fun & Relaxation!
We LOVE people, and are excited to hosts new guests!
Why they chose this property
We LOVE the up-north feeling in Southern MN. Julie was raised on a pork farm in Western MN, and I was raised in Maplewood, MN, when it was rural. (It's city now.) My Dad was a WWII Vet, and loved taking his 4 boys camping to a Lake somewhere, or to a State Park on the North Shore of Lake Superior! So we both have desired to get away from the hustle & bustle of the Twin Cities ever since we got married in 1982.
We bought this in 2000, and have never regretted living on the Lake for one minute!
We bought this in 2000, and have never regretted living on the Lake for one minute!
What makes this property unique
We are only 10 minutes from Faribault & Northfield, where we do much of our shopping.
But you can get to the Mall of America in 30 minutes, Valley Fair Amusement Park in 35 minutes, downtown Mpls or St Paul in 45 minutes, and to the Twin Cities International Airport in 35 minutes. (A number of pilots & flight attendants live here on Circle Lake!)
People enjoy visiting Historic Northfield, (10 min away) where in 1878 the Town's People defeated the Jesse James Gang. You can still visit the original Bank, and Museum next door, where his raiders met their demise. (In fact: the Northfield High School Mascot Name ... The Raiders!) The "Defeat of Jesse James Celebration" takes place the 2nd weekend in September every year, with over 100,000 visitors!
Minnesota is fairly flat, but not around here. The Cannon River & Wolf Creek have carved out rolling hills, streams, ponds, with tons of wildlife. Dairy & Sheep Farms still line the country roads nearby.
Past Guests have told us coming to our Chalet on Circle Lake was, "The Best Vacation they ever had!" It's so remote & quiet here, you can totally focus on fun & fellowship with your family & friends!
But you can get to the Mall of America in 30 minutes, Valley Fair Amusement Park in 35 minutes, downtown Mpls or St Paul in 45 minutes, and to the Twin Cities International Airport in 35 minutes. (A number of pilots & flight attendants live here on Circle Lake!)
People enjoy visiting Historic Northfield, (10 min away) where in 1878 the Town's People defeated the Jesse James Gang. You can still visit the original Bank, and Museum next door, where his raiders met their demise. (In fact: the Northfield High School Mascot Name ... The Raiders!) The "Defeat of Jesse James Celebration" takes place the 2nd weekend in September every year, with over 100,000 visitors!
Minnesota is fairly flat, but not around here. The Cannon River & Wolf Creek have carved out rolling hills, streams, ponds, with tons of wildlife. Dairy & Sheep Farms still line the country roads nearby.
Past Guests have told us coming to our Chalet on Circle Lake was, "The Best Vacation they ever had!" It's so remote & quiet here, you can totally focus on fun & fellowship with your family & friends!
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