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Lake Victoria Home - 300' of Shoreline Privacy!

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Lake Victoria awaits your summer vacation
Perfect loon view from upper deck
Welcome to Jan's lake Place!
Relax by the lake
21' Fishing Barge Pontoon available for an additional cost. (Stock photo)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Alexandria, MN
  • Kensington Runestone
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Carlos Creek Winery
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Alexandria, MN (AXN-Chandler Field)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake Victoria Home - 300' of Shoreline Privacy!

Spacious Lake Home on Chain of Lakes, 300 feet of lakeshore privacy, 6 bedroom, 2+ bath, water toys, the works!
Lake home is located on the east side of Lake Victoria, known for good fishing and boating. Home features include a newly remodeled gourmet kitchen, coffee bar, all new appliances, beverage frig, 2 dining areas, large living room with sectional seating, 65”flatscreen TV with cable, table games cabinet, and a wood burning fireplace. The lower level includes a large rec room with a pool and football table, sectional seating, and a flat screen TV with cable. Also included are two lakeside decks with outdoor tables, ample seating, and a fire pit. Fun water toys include 2 double kayaks, one single kayak, paddle board, large inflatable raft, and a pontoon paddle boat. A 21’ pontoon is available for an additional charge.

Property manager

Janet Kroupa

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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

Pets allowed
Prior owner permission and additional pet deposit
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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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 near theme parks and on a lake. Kensington Runestone and Big Ole Viking Statue are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at La Grande Wildlife Management Area and Lake Carlos State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Casey’s Amusement Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Alexandria, MN

What's nearby

  • Kensington Runestone - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Geneva Golf Club - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 13 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Garden Center Lanes - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Victoria Home - 300' of Shoreline Privacy! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Victoria Home - 300' of Shoreline Privacy!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Victoria Home - 300' of Shoreline Privacy!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Victoria Home - 300' of Shoreline Privacy! located?

This family-friendly Alexandria holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Kensington Runestone, Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Douglas County Historical Society. Runestone Museum and Big Ole Viking Statue are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

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

Family vacation

Great views of the lake and plenty of space for the family to spread out. Newly renovated kitchen was very nice and stocked with all essentials. Lake toys were a nice plus
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda Z.

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

Jan's Lake Home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Jan's on Lake Victoria. Jan was a very welcoming hostess, made sure to meet us and gave us a tour of her property and the pontoon and lake "toys". The kitchen was amazing and Jan has put a lot of thought into her home and wants to be sure her guests are comfortable there. Lake Victoria is a great lake and Alexandria has a lot to offer visitors. We highly recommend Jan's Lake home. thought
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

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

Wonderful getaway❤️

Jan and her home is absolutely wonderful!!! We all enjoyed ourselves (10 of us) very much, we would love to go back next year for sure❤️ So many things to do and Lake Victoria is beautiful and calm. Jan’s home is a gem and we are grateful we discovered it on VRBO!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis R.

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

Lake House

Had an awesome time. Janet was great and very helpful. Would definitely do it again
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynde H.

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

Relaxing

Love the property, everything you need for a great vacation! Jan was very attentive to all of our needs! Thank you for a lovely week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

vonda c.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

vaca 2023!!

we had a great time at this home, plenty of room, nice upgrades, loved waking up to see the lake, nice water shore line, good fishing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Great place for a family vacation!

We enjoyed very much staying at Jan’s place on lake Victoria! We spent most of our time in the beautifully updated kitchen and out on the deck that overlooks the lake! The pool and foosball tables were a nice bonus, too, in the evenings for our family. We appreciated the use of the boat lift for our small fishing boat as well as the kayaks and paddle board that Jan provide. Lake Victoria offers a nice variety of fish to catch and fishing spots to explore! We would recommend Jan’s place to families that enjoy being together at the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large lake house

Jan was so nice! The new kitchen space was a wonderful surprise and had everything we needed. The lake views are beautiful and the house had all the lake toys we needed. There were a few cleanliness concerns. Communication with Jan was very good and she always responded in a timely manner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jan F.

Fantastic week at Jan's lake home

Our family of 10 had a great time at Jan's lake home! We loved having two large living areas upstairs and downstairs so there was room to spread out. It is also has two indoor dining areas, in addition to the beautiful deck, where we enjoyed several meals. The kids put many miles on the ping pong paddles downstairs. We loved the private beach area and were able to enjoy the lake every day.We had fun with the kayaks and paddle boat After all the fresh air during the day, we loved stretching out on the big sofa in the evening and watching the large screen tv, The home was extremely well equipped for all our needs. The special touches, like the welcome basket of goodies, were really appreciated! When there was a problem , Jan had a handy man come over to fix it promptly and checked with us to see that it was ok. We look forward to going back to Jan's next summer

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth m.

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

Visiting cousins

Comfortable home with amazing lake views and amenities. We could watch the sunrise. Fish right off the dock for Crappie and sunfish. We also fished off the pontoon and paddle boat. We were able to use the kayaks to go to both lake Jessie and lake Geneva - part of the chain of lakes. The game room was perfect for ping pong and the breakfast room table was big enough to join around for card games. We gathered each morning for coffee on the deck. During our stay there were three baby owls in the backyard trees. Pretty amazing to see ! Jan was a very attentive host. She had a treat basket for us upon arrival. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need. She responded quickly when we had any questions. It was so relaxing we lost track of the days of the week. The sign of a great vacation !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Nancy R.

Good & Bad

For 19 years, my in-law family and I spent one week at this lake home. If you are looking for a huge lake home with lots of living space, a nice size kitchen, plenty of room to spread out and have your space, this is the place for you. If you are looking for an awesome beach area, this is not the place for you. When we first began coming to Jan's Place, it was really, really nice, but as the years went on, things started to fall apart or break and nothing was done about it. The deck was finally replaced a few years back after many years of a board being replaced here and there and much nervousness about it's stability. The 30 some steps going down to the lake are in desperate need of replacement...several of the boards are crocked and falling apart - a real hazard. If not careful, the boat lift will take your hand off as it doesn't work correctly. For 19 years we had the same two docks and for many, many years they both needed to be replaced...again several boards here and there have been replaced and the blue one is not level and super wobbly. For 19 years we had the same exact sheets on all of the beds! The king size room is great, but the other five bedrooms really need new mattresses. It's a mystery how sheets that are washed weekly can last that long. If you have a rainy week, the cabin is just huge and allows for everyone to have their space if needed, or if you want to gather together for games, etc., it is quite frankly perfect. However, probably the last 5-7 years the beach area has been absolutely horrible. The grass is long and not cut very often and when it was cut, it was often after we had arrived and we had to stand around and wait while it was cut. It's extremely mushy and wet down there and the last 5-6 years there have been large pieces of plywood randomly placed around to allow you to walk and not get soaked up to your ankles. Many of these boards are old, not in good shape, warped...believe me, several slivers were acquired. I realize that areas by the lake can be wet, but what should be done is maybe a large patio be built or there must be something to fix this problem. Last summer we spent most of our week at the neighbors beach area, as he was kind enough to let us hang out there when he went home for the week. Again, we had 19 years here and made a ton of great memories and we're thankful for that. It's just too bad the owner doesn't take some of that money she makes and replace and fix things!

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

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

Great Stay

We very much enjoyed our stay. The shady deck provided wonderful views of the lake, along with a great place to share meals. There are quite a few steps down to the beach, but that didn't pose too much of an issue with our group. The weather was very hot during our stay, and the house doesn't have A/C besides one portable unit, but the closeness of the lake along with the numerous fans made it comfortable. The pontoon worked great, and I'm told the fishing was good as well. The beach itself was great. The only real downside I would say would be that the water next to the beach was very weedy (likely due to hot the weather), so we couldn't do much near shore, but we were able to take the boat out further into the lake to get some swimming in. Jan was very communicative and helpful. I would completely recommend her place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Chris E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

My family and I stayed at Jan’s lake place for nearly 3 weeks as a sort of Covid getaway; so that we could quarantine and then visit with grandparents, aunts and uncles. The house is plenty big, perfect for our family. The pontoon was great and the lake was warm and so clean! The home is a bit older and definitely has more of a cabin feel vs a lake home, but at this price point I thought it was good value for the money. There are quite a few steps down to the water so keep that in mind if you have folks that aren’t quite as mobile as they’d like to be - wasn’t an issue for our group. Jan was an excellent communicator and anything we needed was taken care of right away. She even had a goodie basket including adult, dog and infant treats and got our son a birthday gift since she knew we were celebrating his first birthday at the lake place; so sweet! Would definitely recommend Jan’s Lake Place to families who want to spend some time at the lake or out on the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Wonderful Family Retreat

We had a fantastic time at Jan's Lake House! The house has the most beautiful deck ever that is a spectucular backdrop for family dinners and just enjoying the lake views. The home is very well stocked and we immediately felt very comfortable there. We stayed for 2 weeks and never ran out of things to do! The home is perfectly set up for families to stay in with 3 bedrooms up and 3 bedrooms down. The kids had a great time playing with the foosball table and ping pong table in the game room. Overall, a wonderful experience and I would recommend without reservation to other families. Oh, and the lake is fantastic too! Little beach for the kids.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Geniene S., Northfield, USA

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

Perfect location and view

We had a great week at Jan’s Lake Place. Our favorite parts of the stay were enjoying time on the partially shaded deck and on the pontoon and kayaks. Jan was very helpful and nice to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Lake Victoria gem

We loved our stay at Jan’s Lake Place. The house was large and very comfortable. The bathrooms were beautifully remodeled. We enjoyed the pontoon, pool table, foosball and games Jan had available. The lake was nice and quiet and very close to town. We had a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Incredible family friendly lake home!

We have stayed here several times over the years. My kids look forward to this trip over any other vacation, including Disney! You can't beat the location, beautiful views and the many activities and space for the kids to be kids. I especially loved the new updated bathroom! We are all looking forward to next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jan F.

Water lovers in July

We had a wonderful week at Jan's Lake Place! The home is perfect for us with two large living spaces and eating spaces . We enjoyed many hours at the ping pong table! Jan' s welcoming special treats were loved! When we had a problem , Jan had a repairman to fix it right away. We look forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

Great Relaxing Getaway!

I had the pleasure to spend some time at Jan's lake home. What a treat! I love being able to start my day sipping coffee on the deck overlooking the lake. It's a great place with plenty of room for everyone to spread out and have your own space. There is lots to do with the kayaks and the paddleboat. She has a pontoon which can be rented and that is great fun to get out and cruise the lake. Well equipped kitchen. Plenty of things to entertain you if it's rainy with the pool table, foosball and ping pong, and big screen TV. The lake home is close to town so if you've forgotten something or don't want to bring everything with you, there's lots of places to shop. I had a great time - a relaxing getaway! Looking forward to returning next summer. Barb H
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tony & Angie O.

Space and relaxing on the lake!

Could not have found a better place to stay. Jan made us feel super welcome and we enjoyed every minute of our time there. The deer coming in at dusk to drink at the lake, the ducks and geese swimming right in front of the place during the day. The morning sunrises and the fires in the fireplace in the evening. Our stay was fantastic!!!
Stayed 193 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Vicki B.

A beautiful September vacation.

Thank you Jan for sharing your lovely home. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had everything we needed to feel at home. Victoria is such a nice lake and our pontoon cruises were very relaxing. Jan's information about Alexandria and her directions were great. One of the first things my family said was "Can we come back next year" and we are!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

George B.

Clean, spacious, and well-kept lake house

Our family of 9 arrived at this spacious lake home on August 12th. A good time was had by everyone, despite the fact that Lake Victoria and the Alexandria area received several inches of rain during our stay. The high lake levels created some problems, but Jan (the owner) was very quick to respond, having such problems fixed in a timely manner. Also, it turned out that being close to a town the size of Alexandria was good for those rainy days and finding "things to do" with the kids. Everything taken together, we had a fun family vacation and recommend the property for larger groups.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Joyce J.

Jan

We had a great time at the lake home, thought it was going to be a hot week with no air conditioning, but nice breeze most of the week and lots of shade. We thoroughly enjoyed the pontoon for fishing and cruising the lake. Our grandsons liked swimming in the middle of the lake several times! The view to the lake was awesome and saw many loons and a doe with 2 fawns! I'd recommend this lake home to stay for a vacation or get a way! Nice and close to town too!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Reid S.

Jan's Vacation Rental

We were finally able to arrange (and afford) a family vacation for the first time in 25 years. The week we spent at Jan's met all of our expectations and we all enjoyed ourselves greatly. We especially enjoyed the time we spent on the pontoon and relaxing on the deck overlooking the lake. The home has all the amenities you would expect and more. Even a water softener, an unexpected luxury. The home is very spacious so there is room for everyone. I think Jan has anticipated the needs of a wide variety of guests and if you need information she is readily available and there are local contacts for any assistance that you might need. We hope to return to enjoy this property again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy R.

Great family lake memories!

We absolutely loved Jan's place. Perfect for our family to celebrate time together. We made so many special memories. The option of being able to rent the pontoon at such a reasonable rate was a great amenity that everyone enjoyed. Grandpa, the true fisherman in every sense, was very pleased there was also a small fishing boat included. He was able to rent a small motor for it locally and was happy as a clam to be out fishing in it with a grandchild or two. We have stayed there several times and love it more each time we go. Thank you Jan for a great place to stay!

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