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Perfect lake home for a family get away - Only 1 hour from metro

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Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Marina

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12215.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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South Haven, MN
  • Pleasant Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Whispering Pines Golf Course
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Sugar Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bunk Room

2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Lower Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Main Floor Lake Side Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Owners Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Bath

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

Main Floor Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Owners Suite Bath

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Perfect lake home for a family get away - Only 1 hour from metro

Perfect setup for a week with the kids/grandkids!

- THE LOCATION -
The home is located about 1 hour from the western suburbs of the Twin Cities metro area. It is about 3 miles (10 min) north of Annandale, MN on Clearwater Lake.

Annandale is a fabulous community that has everything you might need. It has a great grocery store, well stocked liquor store and pharmacy. It has an adorable downtown that hosts cute boutiques, an Ice Cream and candy store, souvenir shops, a bowling alley (for rainy days), a farmers market on the weekends in the summer and a few bars/restaurants. It is also home to the Spilled Grain brewery and the Wright County Swappers Meet.

- THE INDOOR SPACE -
Newly renovated, well appointed lake home sleeps 12 comfortably and has all of the modern conveniences to make your stay enjoyable. The main floor has an open floor plan with the kitchen open to the family and dining room areas.
The kitchen has a huge island that provides a great space to prepare meals and to serve your crew. Equipped with a gas cooktop & oven, microwave and stainless steel refrigerator/freezer. A Blackstone griddle, gas grill and a large Big Green Egg lump charcoal grill provide plenty of cooking options for the chef of the group. The kitchen is fully stocked with plates, glassware, silverware, pots, pans and pretty much any kitchen gadget you can think of. We love a great cup of coffee on the deck in the morning, so the kitchen is also equipped with a “Moccamaster” coffee maker. (not complicated, just great coffee) The dining room sits 8 comfortably with custom banquette seating. You can seat another 4 at the kitchen island. There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms on the main floor. One of the bathrooms is immediately off the kitchen, the other is more private and accessed through the “owners suite.”

The walkout lower level has a smaller prep kitchen with a large refrigerator and freezer drawer. There is another family room/gathering area equipped with a giant sectional sofa and big screen TV. It also has a dart board, foosball table and an “Marval” arcade game. The lower level has two bedrooms, a bathroom and laundry room with new front load washer and dryer so you can keep all the swimming towels dry for their next use.

- THE OUTDOOR SPACE -
Outside the lower level sliding glass door, is a paver patio and covered seating area with a dining table, “high top” pub table, sofa and chairs. There is also a queen sized day bed with a retractable canopy to snuggle up on and read a book or is great for an afternoon nap. We have wired speakers under the deck so you can have some tunes going while playing yard games and hanging out by the lake. There is also an outdoor “smart” TV to stream whatever you might want to watch. (ball game, golf, watch a movie under the moonlight) The flat yard between the patio and the lake makes a great area to play "bags." (board and bags available for you to use) There is a solo stove campfire pit available for a small campfire lake side.

The rental comes with the use of 2 Kayaks, a Paddle board and a Lily pad.

If the kids are looking for more outdoor space to burn off energy, there is about a half acre of pretty flat land across the road that makes a great area to play ball. There is also a large fire pit on that side of the road if a bonfire is more your style.

- ACTIVITIES -
At 3,186 acres, Clearwater Lake is one of the largest lakes in the area and is great for fishing. There are two public boat launches on the lake and boat renting options in the area. There are a handful of golf courses close by. The most notable local favorites include: Whispering Pines Golf Course (7mi), Albion Ridges Golf Course (13mi) and Southbrook Golf Course (5mi)

Property manager

Jeremy Hagen
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
We do not allow large gatherings or events.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

South Haven

Located in South Haven, this cabin is on the waterfront. Whispering Pines Golf Course and Kimball Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and A Shau Valley Wildlife Management Area. With kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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South Haven, MN

What's nearby

  • Pleasant Lake - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Cedar Lake - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Whispering Pines Golf Course - 15 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Sugar Lake - 19 min drive - 12.5 km
  • St. Cloud State University - 41 min drive - 42.0 km

Getting around

  • St. Cloud Station - 44 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Corky's Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Homestyle Country Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Spilled Grain Brewhouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect lake home for a family get away - Only 1 hour from metro pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect lake home for a family get away - Only 1 hour from metro?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect lake home for a family get away - Only 1 hour from metro?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect lake home for a family get away - Only 1 hour from metro located?

This family-friendly South Haven cabin is located on the waterfront, 2.5 mi (4 km) from Pleasant Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake John and Lake Marie. Cedar Lake and Fair Haven Mill Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonz N.

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

Californians and NoDakers

We came back to MN for grandma's funeral. It was a great place to be together and share memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Family reunion

There were 8 adults, 1 teenager, 2 toddlers and 1 infant in our group. The swimming was good for all of us, including the toddlers who also enjoyed playing in the sandy area with their pails and shovels. Adults loved the many outdoor and indoor comfortable seating options. We all loved hearing the lions and other birds. The fishing off the dock was also a bonus-small sunfish for the youngsters. Seating areas inside were perfect and we enjoyed cooking on the grill and eating on the patio. Overall everything at this lake house was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

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

Charming property

It's always nice to stay in a property that is exactly as represented on the listing. The kitchen had everything we needed for cooking large meals, all good appliances and good quality cookware. The kids spent hours in the water on the lily pad, the paddle board, kayak and fishing off the dock. The two separate living rooms gave us the space for different activities. The owner was extremely helpful, offered advice and responded to questions quickly. Stores were minutes away, so we didn't have to take too much time away from the lake to get food.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy O., Alloway, NJ

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

Exceeded all expectations

The pictures do not do this place justice. We had a magical stay here on the lake. The view is absolutely stunning and there are windows everywhere you look. We used the kayaks and paddleboard as much as we could. There’s corn hole and other games and tons of outside seating to enjoy the view. Kids were occupied either fishing from the dock, enjoying the water, or playing in the game room. From the house you can see a nice sunrise and sunset and even see the reflection of the moon on the water. The owners thought of every detail: beach towels, bug spray, sunscreen, solo stove, bbq, green egg, blackstone, even coffee if we needed it. We only wish we could stay longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melody P.

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

No surprises, property matches the listing, excellent communication

This is the best short term rental experience I have ever had! The host, Jeremy, had EXCELLENT communication before, during, and after our stay. He answered all my questions in a very timely manner, and was very kind and courteous. The home is BEAUTIFUL! No surprises, the home is exactly as the listing shows (no weird camera angles to be deceptive). It was extremely clean, and is by far the best appointed home I have ever stayed at- all dishes, utensils and any baking/cooking supplies you would ever need is included. There was plenty of space for our group of 6 adults and four kids; the kids loved the bunk room and the separate living space in the lower level for the kids to game when they weren’t playing in the lake. And having plenty of space for all of us to sit and eat was awesome. We utilized the Blackstone grill and propane grill (I’d never used a Blackstone before, so it was a fun introduction!) There was plenty of patio furniture outside. There was a kayak, canoe, lily pad, and paddleboard that we were able to use, and the kids LOVED all of it. I am so very pleased with this experience. We had a great time celebrating my parent’s anniversary (and my birthday), and I’d love to find an excuse to come and stay here again. You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny J.

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

Fun Family Vacation

We went here on a family vacation and had a fantastic time! It is a wonderful property, and Jeremy (owner) was great about communication and answering questions. The property was very clean and is obviously well cared for. Our family enjoyed the great outdoor spaces, swimming, playing in the sand, and using the kayaks and paddleboard. The kids also really enjoyed the arcade game in the basement too. The beds were comfortable, the grill and griddle came in handy, and the kitchen was very well equipped with everything we needed. The sofa and TV area worked well on a rainy day for a family movie. There is also a foosball table, darts, lifejackets, footballs to toss around, bags/cornhole, beach towels, a couple of forks for roasting marshmallows, and the owners even left Smores ingredients for us. There is also a Solo stove, outdoor and indoor speakers for playing music, and a larger fire pit area across the road with plenty of firewood to use. We rented a pontoon for a couple of the days we were there and Jeremy had a great recommendation of an inlet to go to for swimming/jumping off the boat. The dining room table worked well for meals and playing games and there was also plenty of seating for meals outside too. Although the weather could have cooperated better, it was a wonderful time, and we really appreciate Jeremy and his family sharing their great property with us and making us feel welcomed and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jeremy Hagen

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English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests