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Lakeside Leisure: Relax, Recharge, Reconnect!

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Property grounds
On the beach, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 12269 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Alexandria, MN
  • Casey’s Amusement Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Big Ole Viking Statue
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Runestone Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Alexandria, MN (AXN-Chandler Field)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Right near the lake! Single-level home with backyard relaxation, pet-friendly!

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (14)
The price is €471
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Right near the lake! Single-level home with backyard relaxation, pet-friendly!

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakeside Leisure: Relax, Recharge, Reconnect!

**Welcome to Your Lakeside Retreat!** Perfectly positioned halfway between Minneapolis and Fargo, this stunning mid-century modern home on Darling Lake is an ideal getaway for family reunions. Enjoy diverse living spaces tailored for different age groups within our home, ensuring everyone has their perfect spot.

**Location & Leisure:** Just 2 miles from downtown Alexandria, you’re close to vibrant bars, delightful restaurants, and charming shops. The property is a stone's throw across the water from Arrowwood Resort and Waterpark—accessible via a short boat ride—featuring dining options, a spa, and a conference center. Local favorites like The Lure and Zorbas are also easily reachable by water.

**Amenities & Comfort:** Our home features:
- A fully equipped kitchen for all your culinary needs.
- Three separate living rooms to cater to different age groups or activities.
- Free high-speed WiFi throughout the home, eliminating any dead zones.
- Comfortable sleeping arrangements include: one king, one queen, two full beds, two twin beds, and two sleeper sofas (one queen, one full).
- All beds are outfitted with high-end, cool gel memory foam mattresses for a restful sleep.
- Entertainment is guaranteed with two large Smart TVs, each complemented by excellent surround sound systems.

**Outdoor Adventures & Recreation:**
- Bring your boat and enjoy exclusive access to our boat lift and dock.
- Swim at the hard sand beach or relax on the lakefront deck.
- Experience the stunning 4th of July fireworks directly from the dock, kitchen, or any of the decks.
- Complimentary water toys and a selection of yard games are available for endless fun.

**Unique Offerings:**
- We are one of the few VRBO lakefront properties on a Premier Chain of Lakes, conveniently within pizza delivery range!
- Our location not only provides a view but direct access to a chain of six beautiful lakes leading to a crystal clear lazy river—perfect for exploring by boat.

**Family-Friendly:** For those traveling with little ones, consider renting essential baby equipment through BabyQuip. Have everything you need delivered directly to our home, saving space and hassle during your travel.

**Your Perfect Stay:** We strive for your five-star experience. Should anything fall short, please let us know how we can make it right.

License number: 1895
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Big Splash Indoor Waterpark. You'll find features like an arcade/game room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Casey’s Amusement Park and a few minutes from Big Ole Viking Statue
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

George/Marnie Collins

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 2 spaces)
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2898 sq ft (269 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: upon request
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Lakeside Leisure: Relax, Recharge, Reconnect! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hayley L., Tacoma, WA. USA.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!!
Beautiful property, has all the amenities, plenty of space to spread out!!! Quiet, beautiful lake!!! Very organized and clean!! Great great stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We all enjoyed our stay here. This home was perfect for our family. We appreciated the good communication with the owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, perfect place to spend time with family
This home is nothing short of perfect. Wonderful family spaces, wonderful space for the teens to "disappear". Bedrooms are spectacular, the kitchen is wonderful. We played many games of Farkel and Yatzee, did two 1000 piece puzzles, and spent many hours on the lake, the winery, and the minigolf course. A much needed respite for our family, and we couldn't ask for a better place to be. Thank you soo much.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom N., russell

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot to stay
Second year staying! Great spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joni H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous house
The home met all of our needs, two fantastic living rooms and large bedrooms with storage. The kitchen was well stocked with extra items (spices, coffee filters, great cutlery, and also had a crockpot.) there was plenty of firewood. The lower deck is so nice for gathering and private with fantastic lights. Only downside was the decks only had six chairs but we had two bag chairs packed and there also isn’t central air (window unit in the living room.) Fantastic space and we will definitely be back!!! So close to Carlos Creek (we attended a cheese pairing) and we loved the stairs for morning workouts! Thank you, George!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas G., Plymouth, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Alexandria Family Vacation
Had a lovely time with our children and grandchildren. We love the chain of lakes that we have been coming to for the past 36 years. Our family has grown so we need more space. George's house is ideal for us. It has a nice boat lift. The location is perfect also to town, or across the lake to Arrowwood. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend!
We enjoyed our girls weekends! Great views and amenities-very close to Zorbazs and Carlos Creek Winery! Had an awesome time wading in the water and hanging out on the deck! Awesome spot to gather and relax for a weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
This place was wonderful for our family gathering of 8 adults & 2 babies!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura S., Rochester

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice 5 bedrooms! Kitchen well stocked with dishes plus!
The lily pad a lot of fun for our grandkids. We were able to easily cook our meals there. To note if unable to do stairs could not access the dock. Beautiful view. Enjoyed the pair of loons we saw often.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything You Need
George outfitted his home with all the cooking equipment you could want, games galore, a lily pad, new Traeger grill and a sound system equivalent to a movie theater. Restaurants, entertainment park and winery near by. What more could you ask for?!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable with all the amenities
Excellent stay, highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darlene N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome home for vacation!
Our annual family vacation and it was perfect for our family! Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Joyce Ramige
Pleasant!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakefront Property -close to town
Beautiful lakefront property with nearby Alexandria grocery stores, restaurants and shops.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
This house was perfect for our trip up to Alexandria. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aleta N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views of Lake Darling
We had a very nice stay. The house works so well with the layout of space, the items provided, the nearness to Alexandria’s downtown and perfect Fall colors. We enjoyed the fire pit and the fireplace, put together puzzles, went for walks and read books. Plenty of hot water for showers. Well stocked kitchen. Very good host, taking care to check on whether we needed anything.
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Fishing
My husband, our young adult boys, and a few of their friends joined us for a few days of fishing. The home was perfect for our group: size, bedrooms, dock area, backyard with fire pit - we cooked all meals at the home. Neighbors were friendly and helped us find some walleyes. My folks lived on Lake Darling for 20 years - was great to be back and spent some time with friends and family in such a great home. Thank you, George!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home, and then some
My family and I had such a wonderful time here! The weather cooperated for the most part, and even when the rain came we were content on staying in and playing games and watching movies. Everywhere you would like to visit in Alexandria was literally within a minutes drive. Our host George was a very nice guy and responded quickly when we had questions. The home was well stocked with necessities, which was so nice. The lake was perfect for playing safely by the dock for the kids! Fishing was fun as well. Bluegill and Bass were easy to catch and kept everyone entertained. I hope to visit again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family vacation spot
Our family of 9 had a wonderful time. Lake shore was shallower than last year but we managed just fine. House was beautiful, comfortable, well organized and outfitted. We especially loved having three separate areas for relaxing. Teens in basement, young adults in tv area, and older folks in living room, and also lots of together time at the huge table. Mini golf and go karts at Casey's, shopping downtown and fishing.... So much fun! Had the pleasure of meeting the owner. George is super nice and so responsive to any questions or concerns. Thank you soooo much, George. We loved every minute of our time, even the rainy day 1000 piece puzzle day. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful home on lake darling
great location. nice home. well maintained. beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home.
Worked well for our 8 adults and 3 kids. Lake is shallow so you would need to go out a long way to actually swim. Kids enjoyed the lily pad!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Vacation
I mean, everything you can think of was in the house or on the property. Our group loved the area and convenience to every thing. Owner was very excessable. Will differently consider going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Faith M., Skiatook

Liked: Cleanliness
Our yearly fishing trip
Perfect! The owner is very responsive. The home is very nice and had lots of room!! Had everything we needed and much more! It’s was a relaxing stay!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cleanest VRBO we’ve ever seen
Excellent property, exceptional service and responsiveness from owner.

10/10 Excellent

Ellie S., Omaha, Nebraska

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
We had 2 families a total of 4 adults and 5 kids! Such a beautiful home. The pictures don’t do it justice, so much room and nicely stocked. Great view and we had awesome weather! I would stay here again! Owners were easy to work with!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020