Beautiful 5,000 square foot Home on quiet lake in Alexandria

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Exceptional

6 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Parking available
Fireplace

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Alexandria, MN

Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum
‪16 min walk‬
Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
‪7 min drive‬
Carlos Creek Winery
‪12 min drive‬
Alexandria, MN (AXN-Chandler Field)
‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Pink Room

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Purple Room

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Lake View

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Upstairs front

2 Single Beds

Upstairs lakeview

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Lower Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Welcome to the McCabe Cabin on Lake Henry. We call it a cabin, but with 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and over 5000 square feet it really is more of a lake home. Whether you are looking for a place large enough to have a family reunion or someplace intimate enough for a small gathering the McCabe Cabin is the perfect choice.

We started renting it out to friends and family in the summer of 2008 and had such a positive response that we decided to expand it to off season and more specialized rentals such as scrap booking. Check out the photos and the description in the following pages and contact us if you have any further questions. Thanks for your interest.

Keywords: Lake Home

Property manager

Mickey McCabe

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No parking on the street Snowmobiles may not be driven on the driveway or patios

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Alexandria

Located in Alexandria, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at La Grande Wildlife Management Area and Garfield Wildlife Management Area, while Runestone Museum and Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Casey’s Amusement Park and Big Splash Indoor Waterpark. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.

Alexandria, MN

What's nearby

Runestone Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Big Ole Viking Statue - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
Carlos Creek Winery - 12 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
‪Garden Center Lanes - ‬5 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful 5,000 square foot Home on quiet lake in Alexandria pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful 5,000 square foot Home on quiet lake in Alexandria?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 5,000 square foot Home on quiet lake in Alexandria?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful 5,000 square foot Home on quiet lake in Alexandria located?

This family-friendly Alexandria holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Runestone Museum and Big Ole Viking Statue. Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Alomere Health are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

1 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious house with great location

This is the third time we stayed here over Christmas break. We love it. Lots of room for everyone. Nice and clean. Lots of comfortable seating in the livingroom. Second living room downstairs. Great location. Extra refrigerator. I can't say enough good about it, and i highly recommend it. The boys love the sauna.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg & Mary B.

21 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Fall Family Get Together

Each fall, our family gets together. The house was perfect for the 8 of us. We enjoyed the huge yard (soccer, cornhole, frisbee. etc.). The house had plenty of room for our whole group to play board games and it still has room for everyone to find their quiet corner. The kitchen was well stocked and had every pan, utensil, and appliance (even an air-fryer) needed to make a number of big dinners. Thanks - great property.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

6 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sisters’ Weekend

Beautiful, spacious and well appointed property. We enjoy the quiet neighborhood, privacy and cleanliness of this lake home.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth A.

3 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls week

We had a great time. This was our 2nd trip to this venue. We are thinking about it again. Would recommend as it is so easy to get around. Walking distance to many things. Great lake front and yard for swimming, firepits, lounging, and eating outside. You will not be disappointed.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

3 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fishing trip

The property is beautiful. There is plenty of room for a large group. It is well stocked with games, books, kitchen and bath basics. The kayaks, pontoon boat and sauna were great. We enjoyed bonfires under the stars and had a wonderful family vacation. We came to fish and did end up going to a larger lake for better fishing.Overall a great experience and we would come back.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JODI U.

20 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect vacation

We stayed at this VRBO last year about the same time which is proof that we enjoyed our stay here. The weather was perfect! Fishing was good enough for a good meal. Location is perfect. Absolutely no complaints. Planning for next year! next year already!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy D.

6 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great time with family

We had a great time. We fished off the dock, biked the nearby trails, golfed, dined and just spent time together. The Sauna was a big hit. Accommodations were great. We got to meet Mickey, the host. It was a pleasure talking with him. We hope to make it back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

SAHNI J.

18 Aug 2024

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We'll definitely be back!!! Our Family Gathered from Colorado, North Dakota & Minnesota at this lovely Home for a weeklong Retreat&Respite&Reunion on a Peaceful Lake.....it was simply Spectacular!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

13 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place has it all!

My family tries to get together for a week-long vacation once a year. We’ve mostly stayed in the same area but decided to branch out to Alexandria this year. We were so glad to find a property that would fit us all and it did not disappoint! There were plenty of bedrooms to afford everyone a place to sleep with some privacy. It was clean and offered so many amenities we really didn't need to bring much at all! The kitchen had all the necessary tools to cook and eat, and the bathrooms were well stocked with towels and hygiene products. It was a bit chilly, so there were only a couple warm swim days, but the patios both down by the lake and up at the house had seating and fire pits and were great for hanging out and having campfires. Plenty of room for yard games, in a nice quiet neighborhood and within walking distance of downtown. We all knew we wanted to come back again next year so we've already booked our stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kelsey B.

28 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Annual family getaway - a return location for sure

Stay here. Don't hesitate booking this incredible home. We make a point to choose different homes and different lakes every year. This one checked all of the boxes and was recommended by the group as a rebook for a following year! Plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms are on every level. Laundry is quiet and on the lower level. Many sitting groups and areas both inside, outside, and lakeside. FYI: Icemaker is just a regular fridge icemaker. (When you have 12 people, it matters!) There are currently only two fridges - the drink/bait fridge is out of commission. Lots of seating in the living room and HDMI hookup on the TV. We were able to play games, use the TV to project Scattagories lists, and do our nightly round of "Helper of the Day". The area is perfect for that morning walk (there's a trail nearby). NIce turn around point for 2 miles daily. Ample garbage and recycling bin storage. Huge pantry storage for your groceries. Plenty of cookware, fridge storage containers, etc. We weren't at a loss for anything. Fishing was good. Lots of little fish by the dock, but the Baitcaster a little further yielded bass. Lake health is good, noticed by the presence of turtles. Kayaks, paddleboard, and jumping dock were a daily use item. Plenty of seating dockside and lakeside for family viewing and photos. Lake isn't busy, which makes it nice for fishing, swimming, and lounging. Owner is easy to reach and responsive. Quick to navigate any troubleshooting we had. Very good space!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron K.

22 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

The house was clean and exactly as described. There was ample room for everyone to have their own space and be together. The pontoon worked great and was comfortable for many of us to be on at the same time. We really enjoyed our stay and have already booked for next summer!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mary B.

10 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

We enjoyed our stay.

Beautiful home & grounds. Our family enjoyed playing tons of corn hole, fire pits, bird watching, watching sunrises over the lake, playing cards & games, and kayaking. Dining room light fixture does not give adequate light - especially for games. Pontoon was usable but not quite reliable. We enjoyed tootling about the lake and did make it safely back to the dock each time but motor appeared to need attention or replacement. Host Mickey, accommodated quickly in addressing our requests.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

20 May 2024

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Work retreat

Stayed with co-workers and it was a lovely place. Clean, cozy, homey and very close to everything.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelli W.

25 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and welcoming

Access to the pontoon was a nice component for extended family. Home is within walking distance of downtown. Private bedrooms and spaces for togetherness or alone time as we wished. Quiet neighborhood. Well stocked kitchen and games closet.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ruth A.

3 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good time had by all

The property was perfect for what we wanted to do. It was so close to town, we walked as much as we could. A couple of things. The light above the dinner table was very dark. Looks like it could use some LED light bulbs. It seemed darker because we could not keep the front door open to use just the screen door as the screen door had many tears in it and the screen door had gaps at the top and the bottom so that we had to close it to keep the bugs out. If we could have had it open, it would have lightened up the room. The house is stocked very well with many household goods. However, the refrigerator probably needs a good clean out as some of the items that have been left behind by others are past their due dates. At one point someone had dropped a quarter down the couch in the living room, when we picked up the cushion to look for it, there were many crumbs under the cushion...and we only picked up one cushion. We had a great time, and are coming back again next year. I would give it an overall rating of 4, just for the fact that the cleaning needs to be a little better and the front screen door needs to be replaced. We still had a great time.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail W.

2 Oct 2023

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Alexandria house

Beautiful clean cabin/house nice neighborhood, beautiful if you like sun or shade! We had a great time for our girls week end!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

24 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alexandria Lake Home

We all thoroughly enjoyed our “sisters weekend” at this beautiful lake home. The place was immaculately kept and well appointed with everything you need to have a great time with friends or loved ones. We certainly recommend and will plan on returning!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Coleen H.

22 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girl's Trip

This was a girl's trip to the Alexandria, MN area. The house and grounds were great. Plenty of room for everyone. The house was very well furnished and had a well stocked kitchen. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JODI U.

13 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place has everything

The location is great as it is only a mile give or take to the grocery store, bait shop, restaurants, etc. It also has privacy as there are trees on both sides of the property. House is well stocked with everything you might need. The pontoon didn't run for us but memories were created! There were several oars in the boat shed so away we went just a few hundred yards from the dock for the best sunny fishing. The boat anchor ran well thankfully and you had to be mindful of the wind to assure a safe return! We will be talking about it for years to come. Bass could be caught off the dock too! All in all it was a great little mini vacation.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

31 Aug 2023

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Loved Alexandria!

Wonderful! House was beautiful, lake and pontoon were perfect. The kids had so much fun even the little ones. Can’t wait to save up and go again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie N.

16 Aug 2023

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Great vacation!

Beautiful property, well maintained, great lake views, spacious bedrooms. Host was prompt with answers to some questions. Pontoon was a nice addition to the package

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kurt T.

14 Aug 2023

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Great family vacation

We booked the cabin for a family vacation as my parents sold their lake home last year an my in-laws sold their cabin a few years ago. This place was fantastic. It was very spacious and very well maintained. The yard was beautiful as was the dock and boat. We had many swims from the included pontoon and fires on the patio overlooking the lake. Although spacious and private, the property is an easy walk to downtown Alex. We would walk into town every morning for coffee and sometimes walked back later to do a little shopping. If you're looking for a family vacation on a lake, this is the place!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

renae e.

11 Aug 2023

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Great family get-away!

We all really enjoyed our week at the house. There were 9 adults and 2 children, age 2. There was ample room for all of us! Our son and son-in-law really enjoyed fishing the lake with the pontoon. We all enjoyed cruising the lake at sunset. The kayaks were lots of fun. On Friday we had a fish fry with all the fish that was caught- yum! Overall, we all had a great week and really enjoyed the house and outdoor area. The only problem we had was with the Wifi, but Mickey was very prompt with helping us solve the issue and our son-in-law was able to attend a business video conference. Thanks for a great Week!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

marjorie o., Worthington, MN U.S.A.

22 July 2023

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Get-away

Everything went smoothly. The home was ready for us and was well supplied with paper products, spices, and condiments and was very clean. I'm sure people have been leaving their condiments behind when they leave as there was a plethora of mustards and ketchups in the refrigerator. We enjoyed the patios as we could watch the kids swimming and paddle boarding and even sit out in the rain and stay dry on one of them. The sauna was a pleasant surprise and enjoyed by many. We played many yard games as there was plenty of room for that as well. Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us for the week.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

18 July 2023

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Minnesota Lake Vacation

Excellent all around Lots of time on the small but very adequate beach Kidds in the water all the time The pontoon was an extra bonus Very nicely done and maintained Thanks for a great vacation

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mickey McCabe

Why they chose this property

We purchased this home in 2005 and have not been able to use it as much as we had hoped so we decided to rent it out during the weeks that we are not there. It's located on a quiet lake within walking distance of downtown Alexandria MN.

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6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Convertible bed(s)

Lower Level Pink Room

Lower Level Purple Room

Main Level Lake View

Master Bedroom

Upstairs front

Upstairs lakeview

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Lower Level Bathroom

Main Level Bathroom

Upstairs Bathroom

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