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Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802

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This view just makes us relax when we look at it...come and enjoy the hammock!
Here's the great view from the lake of our home
The lake lot is very level and shaded and the picnic table is great during fires
There's ample room to hang out on the deck or below on the patio.
Here's the view of the patio looking to the West.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12205.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Alexandria, MN
  • Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Carlos Creek Winery
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Alexandria, MN (AXN-Chandler Field)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lower Level #1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Lower Level #2

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level #1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upper Level #2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower Level Bathroom

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802

This quiet private home is surrounded by trees and is less than 2 miles from downtown Alexandria and all its attractions including The Central Lakes Trail. There is everything you need to make your vacation enjoyable such as the 110' sandy beach, 2 - 10’ kayaks, large 300 square foot Trex deck facing the lake, a fire pit for sitting around enjoying the sunset, fireworks or a few S'mores and a hammock strung between two trees at the shoreline. There are 4 bedrooms (2 on each floor-4 beds are Queen size & there is 1 Twin XL roll away on each floor - 2 total - if needed), 2 full bathrooms (1 on each floor), a jacuzzi tub in the basement bathroom, 2 furnished kitchens (full kitchen on upper level & wet bar kitchenette on lower level), family room on both floors, formal dining room on both floors with tables able to seat at least 8 comfortably or 10+ with the available bench seats, a washer and dryer on each floor, high speed internet, HD LED TVs in both family rooms, an attached garage for use during your stay and a shed by the lake that houses kayaks, life vests, chairs, water toys, yard games and pretty much all you'll need to enjoy beautiful Lake Cowdry.

The beach is hard sand with a boulder lined shore. There is plenty of room to tie up your boat to our new aluminum dock using the affixed slip hooks. Fishing is great right off the dock given there's a drop off about 20' from the end of the aluminum dock where many locals fish regularly. You will love the beautiful sunsets from the deck, as you're enjoying a meal grilled on the Weber gas grill or from one of many fold up camping chairs down by the lake but the fire pit (fire wood not provided, but may be purchased at multiple locations in town 2-miles away). You can grill your food and sip on your favorite beverages while watching the calm, clear waters of Lake Cowdry. There is central A/C on the main floor and window unit A/C in the basement though it is rarely needed given the amount of shade our home gets and the many windows allowing for great cross ventilation.

Property manager

Rhett & Katie Marsten
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
We do not rent for parties or events.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Though we love pets, they are not allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking is allowed inside home, garage, shed
A completed/signed rental agreement received by us via email scan or mail is required to be received prior to your stay.

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: We do not rent for parties or events.
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
Property Registration Number 1802

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alexandria

Located in Alexandria, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Big Ole Viking Statue and Douglas County Historical Society are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Casey’s Amusement Park and Geneva Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Big Splash Indoor Waterpark. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Alexandria, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Latoka - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Runestone Museum - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 13 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Garden Center Lanes - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802 located?

This family-friendly Alexandria holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Latoka, Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Runestone Museum. Big Ole Viking Statue and Lake Mina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

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

Great stay

Beautiful home over looking the lake, plenty of sleeping room and everything you need, Rhett and Katie were wonderful hosts, only stayed 1 night but will definitely book for a longer stay next year. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylin V.

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

50th birthday celebration

We had such a wonderful stay in Alexandria. The house is filled stocked with everything you need, the outdoor space is beautiful and lots of outdoor toys to keep everyone happy. The hosts are wonderful and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful time at this lake home. We made lots of memories and the fish was really good considering it rained a whole day. I caught my first northern ever on this lake. The swim area was really. Ice for the kids didn’t have hardly any weeds and the lake was clear. I would definitely come back again to stay another time. Everything in the house was super nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista R.

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

Great location

We stayed here to go visit some wineries local and enjoy some lake time. It was a perfect location close to the wineries. The lake was clear and it was perfect to float and kayak. Recommend for a large group with lots of space
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

K/T D.

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

Wonderful stay on Cowdry

Our family had a wonderful stay on Lake Cowdry. The Marsten’s cabin had everything you could possibly need. Plenty of space for my husband and kids and grandparents too! The lake is lovely and calm and kayaking was amazing. We were also able to rent a pontoon from Vacationer’s Inn and had a day on the lake! Thanks so much for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla D.

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

Great place!

What a wonderful, clean place for our family! Easy to find, great communication. I have stayed at a number of VRBOs and this one was by far the best stocked with everything you will need. We spent our days swimming, fishing, kayaking, and just relaxing by the lake. We had plenty of space for us all and the outdoor lake area was perfect for yard games, etc. The only thing we didn’t love but is out of the owner’s control was the busier road out front. We definitely recommend this place to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent C.

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

Great Lake Vacation Home

We had a wonderful time here with our kids and grandkids, ages two and four. The house and lake shed is very well-equipped and our son caught a lot of bass and a northern. We've stayed in places with pet hair and odors, so really appreciated the cleanliness of this home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy S.

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

Great family vacation space

Wonderful place to stay for a family vacation. We had 2 kids and 6 adults..so nice for all the grownups to have a bedroom. The outdoor use space was beautiful. Both my granddaughter and her momma loved laying in the hammock and reading. The outdoor stuff provided..life jackets floaties, kayaks along with chairs to use around the firepit let us take full advantage of the home. The host was very communicative and quick to reply to any questions. And the list of things to do before leaving was very minimal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul p.

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

Sunnies galore

The water toys were great. Floaties, kayaks, and lifejackets were very nice to have. The hammock was a big hit with everyone. Great sunfish fishing right from the end of the dock. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

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

Wonderful VRBO

Beautiful lake setting and sandy shallow beach for grandchildren. Home has plenty of room and enjoyed the kitchenette in the downstairs area for daughter and infant and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

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

Friends get together

We enjoyed the lake house. The singing loons were great. The house was well kept,furnished well,everything we needed was there. Nice clear water lake. BD
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

Great stay!

We had such a great stay! SO clean and kitchen was stocked! Loved the kayaks, and being out on the water!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce R.

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

Great Lake house in Alexandria area

Great Lake house exactly as advertised. House was very comfortable for our group of six and we enjoyed the lake access. Location was great in that it was close to town but in the country enough to be really quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

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

Perfect vacation home for everyone!

One week of TOTAL ENJOYMENT! The home is furnished with everything you need for a week of fun and relaxation! So close to Alexandria that if you did forget something or need an item, it was only a few miles to get it. The water was clear and the fishing was great! The yard close to the lake was good size and the hosts had life vests for every size and age, tubes, kayaks, and games (outdoor and indoor) for all of us to enjoy! If we had questions, the hosts answered immediately! One of our BEST VACATIONS EVER!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James K.

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

A Lakeside Vacation

It was a wonderful chance for our family to get together. The location is wonderful - close to Alexandria for stores and restaurants, close to the biking trail and Lake Brophy County Park which has a great playground for kids. We enjoyed kayaking on the lake which is on Alexandria’s chain of lakes. Kayaking into Taylor Lake and Lake Stony was particularly nice. The shed has outdoor games, floats, life jackets and 2 kayaks. The kitchen had everything you need to prepare meals and came with lots of dishes, Our 7 year old had a wonderful time catching sunfish off ofthe dock. The bass remained elusive, but they’re out there! It was a wonderful time for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose W.

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

Family time

Everything exceed our expectations; clean, updated, well stocked. Have suggested this location to others. We will stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tawnia H., Harvey

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

Wonderful family getaway

Clean spacious for our family, lots of amenities, clear quiet lake, lots of fish to catch, we had a great time, this is a perfect place to get away with your family and just hang out. The owners were in touch with us and made the whole process very easy. Would recommend thiem and their place to everyone, being close to town and its such a nice town with much to offer makes it just another wonderful perk. We were a group of 6 adults and 2 young children and felt at home the minute we walked in the door, our family would like to come back, hopefully next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen G., Backus, MN

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

Fantastic Lake House

Awesome house on a beautiful lake. House was clean and comfy and had thought of everything we might need (including a Brita, ice cubes, and good coffee for the morning - thank you!). Took a lovely evening kayak ride and my son loved fishing from the dock. Hope to stay again next year when we're in town for the same event!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

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

Beautiful lake home!!

The property had everything for us. The kids enjoyed the kayaks and there were every size life jacket needed. The lake was beautiful and weather was awesome for our stay. I would gladly book this home again for my stay in Alexandria.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey M.

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

Great!

Thank you so much! Everything was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace T.

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

Memorial Weekend

It was nice and clean, the owners were clear with how to treat their property which made it easy to know how to leave things.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

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

Celebration of a 90th birthday

It was a great spot for 4 couples who came from out of state for a family celebration. It enabled us to have a place to bring the 90 year old birthday girl to join her family for evening meals and great family time. It was perfect for us!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karla F.

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

Very comfortable stay!

This lake home is very comfortable, with a beautiful lake view! The home was stocked with everything we needed, the beds and furniture are comfortable. The temperature was easy to keep comfortable even for cool, fall nights. There was plenty of space for our group and the location was great for all of us coming from different directions. It was a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

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

Tree loft

Upper deck has lovely oak tree giving shade. Peaceful lake setting. Responsive hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

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

Alexandria Trip

The property was well cared for, clean and just what we needed. We were looking for a place to stay the night before our Cross Country Meet. It was a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rhett & Katie Marsten

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We have owned this property since 2006 and, due to a relocation to Sioux Falls, we started making our vacation get-away available to you for short term rentals. This is the place where we have gone since we first met to now with our two young children to enjoy the finest of Minnesota lakes where you can feel like you're "up north at the lake" while only being a few miles from downtown Alexandria. The city of Alexandria has so much to offer, during all seasons, with a quaint downtown full of local retailers and restaurants, to downhill skiing, to snowmobile and cross country ski trails, to some of the best pan fishing available on Lake Cowdry - where our lake home resides. We are not property managers, rather we are owners who are renting our home to you and your family to enjoy during the dates we aren't able to enjoy it.

We sincerely hope you make memories during your stay in our lake home and want your experience to be a most enjoyable one.

Why they chose this property

Our home is extremely spacious, up-to-date and clean on one of the best level lots that Lake Cowdry has to offer. In addition, it is very close to the local Central Lakes Trail (walking, biking, rollerblading, snow mobile, cross country ski) and downtown Alexandria and all of the shopping and great restaurants that Alexandria has to offer.

What makes this property unique

Our lake home was formerly two residences with 2BR, 1BA, kitchen (full kitchen on upper level & well stocked kitchenette on lower level) and living area including washer/dryer on each level. We have opened our home up to a single-family residence with 2 attached garages, however, there are still 2 kitchens, 2 sets of washer/dryers and two full dining tables/living room areas which is PERFECT for groups who want to have the kids hang out downstairs while the adults enjoy each others' company upstairs. This home has a walk out lower level out to a level lake lot with a hard sand bottom. The water clarity exceeds 14 feet and the pan fishing off the dock is remarkable not to mention the kayaking in the two 10’ kayaks. There's a cozy fire pit by the shore near the hammock strung between two trees on the shore. There are ample chairs and water toys to enjoy (tubes, camping chairs, picnic table, floating rafts, pails, etc) in the shed by the shore.

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