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The Darling Cabin, 60's Charm + Modern Flair

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining
Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 671 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Alexandria, MN
  • Big Ole Viking Statue
    4 min drive
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
    4 min drive
  • Runestone Museum
    4 min drive
  • Alexandria, MN (AXN-Chandler Field)
    8 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Darling Cabin, 60's Charm + Modern Flair

The Darling Cabin is located right on Alexandria’s Chain of Lakes, allowing you direct access to 3 large lakes perfect for fishing, water sports, and leisure! It's in the name, this is a darling cabin with a mid-century modern and vintage vibe. Enjoy your mornings sipping coffee or tea on the deck with a panoramic view overlooking Lake Darling. This cabin is within 10 minutes to Carlos Creek Winery (Bold North Cellars), Gathered Oaks, golf courses, bike trails, bars and restaurants, public beaches, and shopping in downtown Alexandria.

The space:
This is a cozy cabin, 768 square feet, that was built in the early 60’s. It is what you would expect when taking a “trip to the cabin,” but with modern flair and amenities! There have been many updates made to the cabin including new carpet, vinyl planking, hardware, lighting, furniture and mattresses (Novaform) that make it feel renewed, yet still preserving its 60’s cabin charm. You will have all you need to sit back, relax and enjoy your vacation in the heart of lakes country.

It sleeps 6 across 2 bedrooms and a sofa sleeper. There is a queen bed in the master bedroom, two twin beds in the second bedroom, and a full-size sofa sleeper, located in the main living space. The cabin has 1 full bathroom.

Enjoy modern conveniences like WIFI (500 mbps), smart TV, a completely equipped kitchen, and AC/heat units in both bedrooms and in the main living space. {Photos of workspace coming soon!} You will have direct lake access with a shallow and sandy swimming area, perfect for children, as well as your own dock slip. You will love that you feel right on the water and can look out to beautiful Lake Darling.

Other details to note:
There is no better “seat in the house” for the 4th of July fireworks display!!!
-A convenient safety feature is the cabin's keyless keypad entry
-This is not a remote location. We are located ten minutes from downtown Alexandria and are right off of a main county road.
-The lot is a tight squeeze! There are 2 parking spaces available.
-Safety note: There is a rock ledge, approximately 6ft angled drop down to the lake.
-Guests will have access to the entire property, which includes the driveway, cabin, deck, backyard, and bonfire pit. The Host’s pontoon is located on property and they do retain the right to walk across the lawn to board their pontoon.

To make your stay even better:
-Please bring your own firewood/fire starters if you intend to use fire pit
-Please bring your own charcoal for use of grill (grill and lighter provided)
-Please bring your own beach towels
-Please note: We do not have laundry facilities on site. If a washer/dryer is needed, there is a well-kept laundromat “Nokomis Laundry” located 3 miles away.

Following your reservation, a welcome guide will be provided with local recommendations and guide to the cabin
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Big Splash Indoor Waterpark. The cabin offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, patio, and living room
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and a few minutes from Big Ole Viking Statue
This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Alexandria cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Bethany Huls

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Work spaces

  • Desk

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

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment

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: 768 sq ft (71 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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.

The Darling Cabin, 60's Charm + Modern Flair Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

J H., Centerville MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!!
We are 2 couples who came up for Oktoberfest. This is our 2nd time staying here. It's a great cabin. Great location. Clean, comfortable, and has all the amenities you need. I would highly recommend staying here! Bethany is a great host to work with!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Darling cabin
Very nice lake place.well maintained. Weather didn't cooperate. Will try again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Loved our stay at this property. Clean and quaint. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin
The cabin was cozy and well stocked clean and lots of amenities access to water was excellent would stay there again if we come back to Alex
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
60th birthday
Beautiful little cabin on the lake close to my wife’s family’s house. Very comfortable and clean. Easy check in and host kept us up to date on things we needed to know.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway!
My sister and I always meet up every summer and this is the place! Had everything we needed. Host was wonderful and always checked in with us. House is adorable. They did a really great job. Beds were amazing and loons every morning. Great deck for wine and apps along with the sunsets!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacia J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
This house was great! The location is awesome! Lake Darling is absolutely beautiful and it fit a group of 5 girlfriends perfectly. The decor is so cute! Very clean and would definitely recommend for anyone looking to stay on Lake Darling!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
The Darling Cabin was a great get away for us all. Cozy and convenient, filled with charm and fun. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great area
Love the cabin and the lake. Awesome 2 day trip
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cutest cabin!!
We loved our stay at The Darling Cabin for a girls weekend! The cabin was so welcoming and was decorated so nicely. We could tell the owner put a lot of thought into making the cabin feel like home. The cabin was well stocked with everything we needed, and the cabin was very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed using the paddle boards and the record player that was available! It was great to sit on the patio and enjoy Lake Darling. We all would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet & cozy lakeside cabin
We really enjoyed our stay at The Darling Cabin! The view of Lake Darling was absolutely beautiful, practically at our doorstep. You can tell the host put a lot of thought and care into the design, furnishings, amenities, and supplies. You can hear some traffic going by on the county road out front, but not in the Queen bedroom or main living area. The location is very convenient to town (Alexandria) and for exploring the areas beyond. We would definitely return for another cozy weekend getaway at this adorable cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori F., Belle Plaine

Liked: Cleanliness
Sister’s weekend
My sister’s and I had a fabulous weekend at this quaint cozy cabin. The homeowner was easy to work with and very responsive. We enjoyed all the boutiques, restaurants, Carlos Creek Winery and walking trails. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend at Darling
The cabin smelled so good when I walked in, and was very clean. Our host was very responsive to our questions.The decor was simple yet elegant. 60s vibe without the shag. We loved playing record's in the morning and sitting outside on the porch drinking coffee. My teenage boys enjoyed playing cards around the kitchen table. It was a cozy place for a brief gettaway. We look forward to our return to the Darling Cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Darling Cabin
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin was well-appointed, very fresh and appealingly decorated. The outdoor deck sits overlooking the lake—a great place to enjoy the surroundings. The host was very responsive to any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Resorters golf tournament
Great location, nice clean cabin right on the lake, owner was very responsive
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023