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Boat Dock & Private Beach: Lake Mary Retreat!

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Alexandria Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 2 Steps Required | 2,384 Sq Ft
Home Exterior | Keyless Entry
Kitchen | Toaster | Slow Cooker | Spices
Living Room | Sleeper Sofa | Free WiFi | Central Heat & A/C
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9221.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Alexandria, MN
  • Lake Mary
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Carlos Creek Winery
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Alexandria, MN (AXN-Chandler Field)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Boat Dock & Private Beach: Lake Mary Retreat!

Dreaming of a tranquil lakeside getaway? Look no further than this vacation rental in Alexandria, MN! This 3-bed, 2-bath home offers a private retreat along 100 feet of Lake Mary shoreline, while still being close to the area’s top attractions. Make a splash in the water from the boat dock, or stick to the land and roast marshmallows over the wood-burning fire pit. When you’re not taking advantage of the on-site amenities, explore the area's local state parks, golf courses, and nearby Glenwood!

-- THE PROPERTY --

1914 | Lake Mary Access w/ 100’ Private Beach Frontage | Kayaks Provided | Lakefront Views | 2,384 Sq Ft

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, Twin Bunk Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ cable, gas fireplace, ceiling fans, board games, books
OUTDOOR LIVING: Wood-burning fire pit, charcoal grill, patio, outdoor dining area, adult life vests
KITCHEN: Stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, cooking basics, slow cooker, dishware/flatware, dishwasher, garbage disposal, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heat & A/C, washer/dryer, linens/towels, hair dryer
FAQ: Ring doorbell (facing front entry)
SUITABILITY: 2 steps required to enter, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKE MINNEWASKA (21 miles): Boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing
BEACHES: Lake Latoka Public Beach (6 miles), Alexandria City Park (8 miles), Canary Beach Resort (18 miles), Green Valley Resort Association (19 miles)
GLENWOOD ATTRACTIONS: Central Square Cultural & Civic Center (18 miles), Pope County Museum (19 miles), Hunt’s Resort Boat Rental (20 miles), Historic Terrace Mill (32 miles)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Lake Carlos State Park (17 miles), Glacial Lakes State Park (25 miles), Sibley State Park (49 miles)
GOLF COURSES: Hardwood Hills Golf Courses (4 miles), Minnewaska Golf Club (20 miles), Pezhekee Golf Course (22 miles), Peters Sunset Beach Resort (22 miles)
DOWNTOWN ALEXANDRIA (~6 miles): Runestone Museum Foundation, Legacy of the Lakes Museum, Big Ole - Big Viking Statue, Alexandria City Park, Casey’s Amusement Park
AIRPORTS: St. Cloud Regional Airport (76 miles), Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport (149 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. It actively records video and sound when motion is detected by the device or when the video doorbell button is pressed
- NOTE: There are 2 steps to enter and interior stairs are required to access the kitchen

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Alexandria

Located in Alexandria, this holiday home is on the beach. Douglas County Historical Society and Big Ole Viking Statue are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Casey’s Amusement Park. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Alexandria, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Mary - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Andrew - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Alomere Health - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 17 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 21 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 128 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Garden Center Lanes - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boat Dock & Private Beach: Lake Mary Retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Boat Dock & Private Beach: Lake Mary Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boat Dock & Private Beach: Lake Mary Retreat!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Boat Dock & Private Beach: Lake Mary Retreat! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Alexandria holiday home is steps from Lake Mary and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Lake Latoka. Mill Lake and Lake Andrew are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamesa F.

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

Great!

The property was just as, if not better than the advertisement and my whole family loved it and want to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas F.

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

Wonderful Cabin!

2nd time staying at this property and loved it again. Downstairs flooring and bathroom nicely updated since last visit. The lake access is perfect for swimming - nice slow decent and nothing but sand until about 30ft past the end of the dock. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

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

Great place!

This was a great place to stay! Awesome beach with shallower water for the kids was so nice! The home/ cabin was just as described as well. We would love to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Sandy Beach Haven

Sandy Beach Haven was such a wonderful home to stay in. We especially loved the quiet location, the sandy beach, clean lake and the easy access to the views of lake and patio. The sunsets are a bonus to the trip! The home was clean, and well stocked! Felt like home away from home! Would definitely book again!
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Sandy Beach Haven

Sandy Beach Haven was such a wonderful home to stay in. We especially loved the quiet location, the sandy beach, clean lake and the easy access to the views of lake and patio. The sunsets are a bonus to the trip! The home was clean, and well stocked! Felt like home away from home! Would definitely book again!

10/10 Excellent

Becky G.

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

Stay on Lake Mary

We loved our stay at this cabin! The kitchen had everything we needed, the kids loved the extra games in the closet and the beach items. We would definitely stay here again. Everything was very clean! Only thing i would recommend replacing/fixing is the front screen door. It is very difficult to close and we found ourselves walking around to the basement door to avoid it. Definitely not a deal breaker though and we would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

April G.

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

Quiet, super clean, and beautiful scenery

We stayed 3 nights and we were not disappointed at all. The lake wasn't crazy busy and loud. Neighbors weren't loud. The house was super clean, organized, and well decorated. Everything was as advertised. There were some surprise water toys in the boat house we didnt realize we would have access to. The kids loved playing in thr lake and swimming in the lake. Our son was a little disappointed the water wasnt very deep at the end of the dock so he couldn't really fish from there. All in all it was a great experience and we will absolutely stay there again when we're in the area if its available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni B.

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

Cozy Winter Weekend

A friend and I stayed at this cabin for a long weekend in March. We greatly enjoyed the lake views, seating area in the master bedroom, and the basement with the fireplace! The property was cozy! We had a question about a couple of things and the owner got back to us promptly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Wonderful place

Great time and loved the accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas F.

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

Wonderful beach and beautiful sunsets

Wonderful cabin and would love to rent again. Wonderful sandy beach, and very shallow out to about 40yds - perfect for small children. Only thing that would have made it better would have been having a boat lift. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carrie G., Minneapolis

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

Beautiful lake getaway

We enjoyed everything this lake home had to offer - from taking morning walks around the lake to lounging by the water on the private beach. This home is a perfect spot and comes equipped with everything. During the day we took the kayaks, paddle board, peddle boat and inner tubes out into the water. At night we enjoyed grilling by the shore, making smores in the brand new fire pit, playing bags and watching the sunset. This cabin had it all! We look forward to returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

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

Lovely lake home

Quick and easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristine R.

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

Great location and great lake.

Absolutely beautiful. Exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brook M.

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

Great cabin on a Great Lake!

The cabin was amazing. We had a great time. Lake was clean and the beach was nice. Cabin had everything you need. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy J., Southwest Minnesota

A little piece of heaven!

We had a wonderful time during our stay here. It is such a relaxing, inviting home, and they had everything we could have wanted or needed. Unfortunately (or fortunately) the lake was still mostly frozen over, so we weren't able to utilize the dock, but the kids had a great time playing on the beach and throwing thin pieces of ice on the bigger pieces of ice in the morning. It was an easy place to bring kids, as there are numerous views inside and also on the patio outside where you can just sit back and watch them outside. The view is incredible, and the home very comfortable. The decor made me feel like home, and you can tell they put a lot of thought into it. Wonderful, wonderful time! I'd highly recommend it! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Michelle D.

Nice

Everything was great. There was a very strong skunk smell which deterred us from being outside for too long at a time. The only difficult issue for us was checking out with the dishes and towels packed away. We could see them being clean and dry but waiting around to have them back into cupboards and drawers was hard.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sean J., Granite Falls

Awesome

Great home, great toys, great area, we will be back 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Fantastic!

We love coming here. The house is so nicely setup. It is so easy to come here with so much furnished. The guys love the dock for there boats. The closeness to the city makes shopping and going for bait very easy. The guys had a great time fishing. The gals enjoyed going shopping, reading and just relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Comfortable and cozy

Nicely laid out cabin that was very comfortable. Larger than it looks with a great yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

Beautiful and Relaxing

Very beautiful property. Clean and had everything we needed. It was a very relaxing week with our family!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Great Family Vacation

This was our third consecutive summer renting this property for our summer vacation, and as always we were very pleased. The owners have really done a great job furnishing the cabin to make you feel right at home. So many amenities are provided that packing for a week's stay is easy. The Lake is clean, and the sandy beach is perfect for long days at the beach playing the sand and unplugging from life. Sunsets are beautiful every night. This is a real gem of a place. Looking forward to our stay next summer!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sue Holzer H.

Awesome place for a family vacation!

Roomy, well equipped, wonderful location, stellar beach and lawn area. We are booking again for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Wonderful Cabin!

We are a group of 8(4 couples) 3 couples are retired. Was very pleased with the set up of the house. With the upper level bedrooms no one was bothered with getting woke up of if wanted some quit time. The kitchen was set up great. The view of the lake was beautiful. Location to Alexandria was great for us girls to go shopping and adventuring. The guys found fishing better when the moon came up but that can change with the dates you are staying. Neighbors were friendly when we were outside. We liked it so much we are already booked for next year. Linda and David Karels
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Spectacular place!!!! Very impressed!!

We were there first week in June. Had an absolute wonderful time! Loved the kayaks! Tons of space. The lake was pristine! Will definitely stay here again in future. One draw back is.... if you don't have your own boat it will be difficult finding one to rent on the lake. No one (resort) will rent there boats out unless you're stay at their facility. Other than that, everything was perfect! Enjoyed having private beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

We love it.

Great place. Plenty of space and room to cook for a group. Love the decor and all the details. Wonderful. Stairs may be a problem for some but I just walked down to the back door.

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