Title: Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities Beachfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112820000/112810400/112810342/32d22cb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112820000/112810400/112810342/8507ea70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112820000/112810400/112810342/417d19b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112820000/112810400/112810342/9e877dfe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112820000/112810400/112810342/27efca0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities. This vacation home is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. In addition to a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Gym - Barbecue grill - Parking available ## 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. ### Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities Morning coffee with sunrise on the water. Enjoy a fully stocked Coffee Bar with Drip Coffee, Keurig, and Tea. 🎣 Top-Rated Dock Fishing 🔥 BBQ cookout with friends and fam, gather around the firepit making memories. 🏡 Come inside for cozy fireplaces, games, or movie binge on the Roku. 🛥️ Private Dock, bring or rent a boat ❄️ Winter Wonderland – Snowmobiling and ice fishers paradise 📍Just 5 minutes to downtown Forest Lake and 30 minutes to the Minnesota State Fair/ Twin Cities. 30 min from Minnesota State Fair, Xcel Center, CHS Field, 5 minutes from downtown Forest Lake. Cozy up by the fire on the spacious sectional in the living room, featuring a bay window over looking the lake, a warm fireplace, and a 4K Roku TV. High Speed Wifi Enjoy panoramic views from the four-season sunroom, complete with a Jotul gas fireplace for year-round comfort. This newly renovated, charming retreat has fresh décor, new flooring and bathrooms. Rest easy in brand-new beds with plush bedding. Bedroom 1: King bed, 4K Roku TV, blackout drapes, ceiling fan. Bedroom 2: Queen bed, 4K Roku TV, blackout drapes, ceiling fans. Bunk a room twin over twin: located in a common area, not a private room (see pics) Private dock in the summer that guests are welcome to use during their stay. Boat and pontoon rentals close by. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### 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 - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Gym - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 1,400 square feet ## Similar properties ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95050900/95050808/5022a79f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Incredible Lake Views Only Steps Away from The Water Forest Lake - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 33 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=95050808&PinnedHotelID=95050808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63010000/63005400/63005392/4fef9adc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family Lake Oasis: Enough space for the entire family! 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Violations end your stay without a refund. Please, no food in the bedrooms No unauthorized guests allowed in home. Only pre approved guests may enter. Additional charges may apply depending on nature of visitors. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Home is not childproof. Open water access. ### 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 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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.26545%2C-92.94302&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yZDEDUkFu84ZlhpW6Q6aCCE9yXs=) Forest Lake, MN #### What's nearby - Manor Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km - Shields Lake Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Running Aces Casino - 9 min drive - 10.0 km - M Health Fairview Lakes Medical Center - 13 min drive - 12.2 km - Somerset Amphitheater - 48 min drive - 42.5 km #### Getting around - St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 38 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Old Log Cabin Restaurant - ‬3 min drive - ‪Zoukmaya - ‬5 min drive - ‪Stella's on 97 - ‬2 min drive - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities located? > Nestled on the beach, this Forest Lake vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shields Lake Park, Manor Park, and Sherwood Park. Castlewood Golf Course and Forest Hills Golf Club 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 ## Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate G. Aug 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great stay! Easy check-in. Kitchen stocked with coffee pot and keurig, plenty of dishes, pots, pans and utensils, full size dishwasher. Plenty of seating for everyone to relax. Very clean! Would definitely go back! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/626e9048-d890-43b4-9c38-5cc8586e643a-1754953173778.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kate G. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jana D. Jul 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean, comfortable and easy. Kitchen was well equipted. Loved the coffee bar, and the gas fireplaces. Very comfortable living room and beds. Minor, but, the bathroom sinks were small. But the shower was great. Very comfortable, quiet and felt very safe there. We sat out several nights enjoying the beautiful sunsets.I would stay here again!Thanks Jenny! ##### Jana D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia G. Jul 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ultimate Vacation This was one of our greatest vacations. Beautiful property right on the lake, a private dock. House is good size and super clean. Every need was taken care of. We were there over the 4th of July and truly the best fireworks I’ve ever seen. Very comfortable home, beds were very comfortable. Very nice neighbors! We will definitely return. When we had a question, the property owners response was immediate. ![Best sunsets ever.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5355f9db-17ce-4d2a-be0a-eec6ecb3df74-1752184409192.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Fireworks. The neighbors put on the best show. The forest Lake fireworks were excellent as well.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/10edefbd-9983-4466-9f08-b553dd4af059-1752184408852.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Patricia G. 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