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# Large Historic Estate on the shores of Lake Winona

Vacation home in Alexandria with kitchen and fireplace

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Starling House, a historic gem in Alexandria's heart, boasts an elegant estate with 8 bedrooms and original features like solid wood floors and stained glass. Unwind by the gas fireplace or enjoy lake views from the peaceful waterfront property with paddleboat access.

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

9 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 124400 sq ft

## Popular amenities

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

## Add dates for prices

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## About this property

### Entire place

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

### Large Historic Estate on the shores of Lake Winona

Welcome to {Starling House}. This spacious historic home is an architectural gem nestled in the heart of Alexandria’s historic district on the shores of peaceful Lake Winona. This elegant estate built in 1909 boasts 8 bedrooms plus a seasonal sleeping porch totaling 11 beds and 2.5 baths. With original features such as solid wood floors, stained glass, gorgeous built-ins, a grand staircase, a sleeping porch, and more, Starling House exudes charm and character on all 4 levels.  
  
Amenities:   
\- Fully equipped kitchen & original butler’s pantry  
\- Luxurious bedding, towels & toiletries   
\- Complimentary Wi-Fi & smart TV  
\- Gas fireplace  
\- Pack ‘n play available for guest use  
\- Ample on-site parking  
\- Peaceful waterfront property on non-motorized lake with dock and paddleboat(Note: not an ideal swimming lake due to excessively nutrient-rich water)  
\- Outdoor fire pit with plenty of firewood  
\- Fishing rods & tackle  
\- Yard games  
\- Ping-pong table  
\- Seasonally decorated for fall and Christmas  
  
Location:  
Starling House is situated in the silk stocking district of Alexandria renowned for its rich history and walking distance to historic downtown. We are extremely close to the following local attractions:  
\- Historic downtown featuring shops and restaurants  
\- Legacy of the lakes museum and gardens  
\- Alexandria Chamber of Commerce  
\- Big Ole Park (Home of the farmer’s market, art market, skating rink, Big Ole statue, bike trail access)  
\- Runestone Museum  
\- Central Lakes Trail  
  
Ideal for:  
\- Lodging for groups  
\- Family reunions  
\- Retreats  
\- Book clubs  
\- Bridal parties  
\- Holiday parties  
\- Photoshoots  
\- Weddings   
  
Short-Term Rental License #2175

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster

### Bedrooms

- 9 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 2.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Fireplace

### Entertainment

- Smart TV

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Porch/lanai

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Smoking not allowed

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Safety features

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

### General

- Unit size: 4,400 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

### 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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50

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

## About the area

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Alexandria, MN

#### What's nearby

- Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum \- 10 min walk \- 0.8 km
- Big Ole Viking Statue \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km
- Runestone Museum \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km
- Alomere Health \- 18 min walk \- 1.5 km
- Douglas County Historical Society \- 2 min drive \- 1.5 km

#### Restaurants

- ‪Taco John's - ‬3 min drive
- ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬3 min drive
- ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
- ‪Scooter's - ‬3 min drive
- ‪Papa Murphy's - ‬13 min walk

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