[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Magical Lake Home on Acreage + Adventures on Howard- Just West of Minneapolis Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118980000/118973300/118973294/b70d3db2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118980000/118973300/118973294/d407c0a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118980000/118973300/118973294/0790b961.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118980000/118973300/118973294/dbfb0380.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118980000/118973300/118973294/09237252.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Magical Lake Home on Acreage + Adventures on Howard- Just West of Minneapolis, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a playground. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling, kayaking, and boating at this vacation home. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and babysitting service. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms2500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Magical Lake Home on Acreage + Adventures on Howard- Just West of Minneapolis Welcome to a beautifully unique, year-round lakeside retreat! Escape the busy hustle of life in your city and come unwind in the midst of purifying nature. Nestled on a peaceful 6-acre hobby farm, this property offers 200’ feet of private lakeshore with endless adventures and outdoor fun. Guests enjoy serene lake views from the expansive wraparound deck and large windows, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Located on a quiet, state game-refuge lake, this is an ideal spot for fishing, birdwatching, swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, floating, and boating. With free-range chickens in the back pasture, plenty of open space to roam, plus a fenced-in backyard for your pups to play, the only thing missing is YOU- Book your stay today! The Property: With a rustic charm reminiscent of Yellowstone, these two custom-crafted lake homes offer the longest views on the lake and some of the best fishing in the area—right from our private dock. The "Loony Lodge" is the first of our two beautiful lakeshore getaways which features: \*Gorgeous kitchen w/granite tops, ss applinces, and beautiful cabinets \*Full bathroom w/ceramic tile shower walls & floor \*One bedroom with a plush King bed \*A second bedroom with a cozy Queen bed \*A spacious living room with a King-sized sleeper sofa \*The large wraparound deck includes multiple dining areas, perfect for group meals, sunset watching and outdoor games. \*Enjoy gas grills, flat lawn space for yard games, and several campfire pits with firewood available on-site. The cutest "Cozy Cottage" you've ever seen rests adjacent to the Loony Lodge and is the second beautiful lakeshore retreat. This is a stunning studio home that sleeps an additional 4 Guests to accommodate our larger groups. This spectacular space features: \*Private bathroom with shower \*Fully stocked kitchen \*One ultra-soft double bed \*Additional cozy twin bed \*Roomy and comfy Queen sleeper sofa bed \*Also known as the "3rd bedroom" Both homes highlight: \*Custom-built cabinetry and hand-shaven ceilings \*Modern kitchens and bathrooms \*Granite countertops, updated appliances, hardwood floors, stone, and heated ceramic tile \*Sleeping Occupancy (Sleeps 10 Max) On-Site Experiences & Rentals Enhance your stay with unique regional experiences: \*Kayak the Wild Crow River \*Pontoon, fishing boat, and jet-ski rentals \*E-bike and pedal bike rentals \*Ice-house and ice-fishing gear rentals \*Guided adventure trips with Lazy Dayz Pro-Guide Services \*And more fun coming soon! Pet-Friendly & Family-Ready: The Fin & Feather Lodge welcomes dogs (2 max) for $150/dog per stay. A fenced backyard ensures peace of mind for pet owners. Please follow our pet policy for a great stay. Guests have full access to: \*200 feet of private lakeshore \*Dock, lift, and firepits \*Fenced-in backyard \*6-acre farm (excluding the detached pole barn) Additional Notes: \*\*No Smoking Indoors: A $1,000 fee applies for violations\*\* \*\*Early Check-In/Late Check-Out: Available for $100/hour, based on availability\*\* \*\*RV & Primitive Camping available on adjacent property: great for larger groups. Inquire for info. Location Highlights: \*FREE Parking: Spacious horseshoe driveway accommodates multiple vehicles \*Sandy City beach w/playground, picnic shelter, shower & restrooms at Lions Park \*Mall of America (under 1 hour) \*Albertville Premium Outlets \*Local farmers markets, boutique shops, and fine dining \*Easy access to Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the airport \*Plus so much more! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car available - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 6 accessible parking spaces - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near an outlet shopping mall - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Boat - Farming classes - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Farming classes - Garden - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Recycling - Unit size: 2,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96360000/96357800/96357722/a6110190.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Build Cabin Retreat on Mink Lake Buffalo - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=96357722&PinnedHotelID=96357722&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61380000/61371800/61371749/07d6c1b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Cabin with Lake Views & Harry Potter Room Annandale - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 91 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=61371749&PinnedHotelID=61371749&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36810000/36805000/36804964/1378ade1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Country Serenity Retreat-Private, Peaceful by the River Waverly - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 40 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=36804964&PinnedHotelID=36804964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106320000/106314600/106314537/f7a67cf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 acre lake front 4 bedroom home on Buffalo Lake close to Downtown shops. 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Put the heat to 60 in the winter and turn the A/C off. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=45.0712,-94.0558&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:azbrGvga%7DP%3FU%3FU%3FU%3FU%40W%40S%40W%40S%40W%40UBS%40UBUBUBUBSBUBUDSDSBUDUDSDSFSDSDSFSFQDSHSFQFQFSHQFQHQHQFOHQJOHQHOHOJOHOJMJOJOJKJMJMJMLMJKLMJKLKJILMLILILILILILGLINGLGLGLGNENGLENELENCLCNENCNCLANCNANANAL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%40N%40N%40LBN%40NBNBLDNBNDLBNDNDLFLDNFLFLFLFNHLFLHLHLHLHLJJJLJLHJJLLJJJLLLJLJLJJJNJNHLJNHNJNHNHPHNHPHNHPFPHPHRFPFPFPFRFRFPDRFRDRFRDRDRDTBTDRDRBTBTBRBTBTBT%40T%40RBT%40V%40R%40V%40R%40V%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FV%3FR%3FV%3FRAVARAVATATCTARATCVCRCTCTCRCTETERCRETERERGRERGRERGPGRGRGPGPGRIPIPGPIPIPININIPINKPILKNILKNKNKLKJKLMLKLKJMLKJMHMLKHMJMHMHMHMHMFOHMHMDMFOFMDMFODODMBODODMBOBOBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40M%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAOAOAOAOCMAOCOCOCMEOCMEOEMEOGOEMGMGMEOIMIMGMIMIMIMIMIMKKKMKKKMMKKMMKMKMKKKMKOKOKMIOKMIQIOIQKOIOGQIQIQGOISGSGQGQISESGQGSESESGSESESEUCSESEUCUCSCUCUCSCWAUCSAUAUAUAWASAW%3FS%3FW%3FS%3FW&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Wg2sZ4TuQp6QcZw-pqR-5QASjxo=) Howard Lake, MN #### What's nearby - Howard Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Howard Lake City Hall - 2 min drive - 2.2 km - Dutch Lake Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km - Lake Minnetonka - 46 min drive - 53.4 km - Paisley Park - 56 min drive - 70.8 km #### Getting around - St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 59 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Uptown Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive - ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬18 min walk - ‪Trouble's - ‬2 min drive - ‪Ittel's Meats - ‬2 min drive - ‪Howard Lake Liquors - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Magical Lake Home on Acreage + Adventures on Howard- Just West of Minneapolis pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Magical Lake Home on Acreage + Adventures on Howard- Just West of Minneapolis? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Magical Lake Home on Acreage + Adventures on Howard- Just West of Minneapolis? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Magical Lake Home on Acreage + Adventures on Howard- Just West of Minneapolis located? > Nestled on the beach, this Howard Lake vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Howard Lake and Lion's Park. Dutch Lake Park and Howard Lake Library are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question