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MINNeSTAY* Bayside Escape | Waterfront | Excelsior

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8.6

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5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 93500 sq ft

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Excelsior, MN
  • Popular LocationLake Minnetonka6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPaisley Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationMinnesota Landscape Arboretum6 min drive
  • AirportMinneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud)16 min drive

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About this property

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

MINNeSTAY* Bayside Escape | Waterfront | Excelsior

Bayside Escape is Minnestay’s newest listing, a stunning lakeside home on Saint Alban’s Bay. Located just a ten minute walk from historic downtown Excelsior, this is a place you won’t want to miss! Bayside Escape boasts 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a spacious yard, a gazebo for outdoor dining, and more!

A stunning dining room is handsomely decorated and has sliding glass doors that lead to the porch. Enjoy delicious meals at a large table that seats eight comfortably. The living room has large windows which let in brilliant light and a gorgeous view. Relax on the couch and catch a movie on the large screen TV, or cozy up in the corner by the window. A full kitchen has a gas burning stove, a kitchen island with bar seating for five and plenty of counter space for meal prep. You’ll absolutely love cooking here!

Just off the dining room, the library awaits you. Choose from a myriad of genres and enjoy a good read and a cup of coffee - locally roasted and provided with our compliments. Just across the way is the office - good luck getting work done with that view! Down the hall are two bedrooms, a Queen and a King, the latter which has direct access to the porch and the backyard. The main floor bathroom has twin sinks, a spacious shower, and a clawfoot tub.
The upper level hosts a full bath and three more bedrooms, 2 Queen and one Full, each with their own view. The lower level entertainment room has a projector for epic movie nights.
Outdoors you’ll find Adirondack chairs facing the water, a table for porch dining, a fire pit for roasting marshmallows, and a beautiful gazebo. Take the steps down to the shoreline and dip your toes in Saint Alban’s Bay. This property does not have dock access.

Bayside Escape is a luxurious getaway only 40 minutes from the Twin Cities. Book your stay and make memories that will last a lifetime!

*House Features*
5 bedrooms
-1 King, 3 Queen, 1 Full
2 bathrooms
-Both with tubs and showers
Large kitchen with gas stove
Kitchen island with bar seating
Dining room table for 8
Living room with large screen TV
Office with desks
Rocking chair
Library sitting room
Lower level entertainment room with projector and sofa
Wrap around porch with patio furniture
Firepit with four chairs
Gazebo with picnic table

*Local Area Info*
10 minute walk to downtown Excelsior
Kayak/Paddle Board Rentals
Bicycle Rentals
Boat Rentals (including Electric Boats)
Excelsior Brewing Company
Nail Salon and Barber Shop
Red Bench Bakery
Lago Tacos
Unique shopping
... and more!

*HOUSE RULES*
• All guests must be over the age of 25, unless part of a family unit. Verification may be required.
• All check-ins are contactless! To provide this service, we require a selfie of you holding your ID to verify your identity prior to check-in. No exception.
• Bookings made within 10 days of arrival will require additional credit card documentation.
• Our Rental Agreement must be signed prior to arrival. This will require your email address. Please inquire about the terms and conditions prior to booking. More info can be found on the Minnestay website, under Guest Services - Rental Policies.
• Minnestay uses a third-party to screen the identity and check criminal databases for all guests in order to confirm a reservation. Guests will be required to complete the screening by responding to an email sent by the third-party. Complete terms regarding guest screening can be found on the Safely website, under Terms.
• No smoking inside of the home.
• This property may have a noise monitoring device on the interior of the home. Additional noise monitoring devices may be located in gathering spaces on the exterior of the home, as well.
• No events - This home is designed for families and responsible adults. Restrictions include, but are not limited to: Weddings and wedding celebrations, bachelorette/bachelor gatherings, and reunions.
• No pets allowed!
• Please respect the home and clean up after yourself!
• Quiet Hours: 10PM-7AM. We love our neighbors!! Please be respectful of the permanent residents on either side of this property.
• Direct bookings or other online booking sources may be subject to a 3% cancellation fee.


Deviation from these rules can result in an eviction from the premises with no refund, as stated in the signed rental agreement.

Property manager

Minnestay Guest Services

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming 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

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

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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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

205

About the area

Excelsior

Located in Excelsior, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Paisley Park and Old Log Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Valleyfair Amusement Park and Excelsior Bay Books. Miller Park and The Bookcase are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Excelsior Bay Books - 11 min walk
  • Lake Minnetonka - 6 min drive
  • Paisley Park - 6 min drive
  • Minnesota Landscape Arboretum - 6 min drive
  • Valleyfair Amusement Park - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 5 min drive
  • Maynard's - 6 min walk
  • Kowalski's Markets - 16 min walk
  • Culver's - 4 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is MINNeSTAY* Bayside Escape | Waterfront | Excelsior pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at MINNeSTAY* Bayside Escape | Waterfront | Excelsior?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MINNeSTAY* Bayside Escape | Waterfront | Excelsior?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MINNeSTAY* Bayside Escape | Waterfront | Excelsior located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Excelsior Bay Books and Old Log Theater. Lotus Lake is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Loved the view! Walked into town for coffee and shopping. Cute downtown and wonderful park by the lake. House was very clean and well stocked with the exception of cooking oil. Other than that, fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location and views
Fantastic location. The kitchen could have been better stocked. Plenty of dishes but minimal utensils, supplies and towels in the bathrooms. Main floor is updated nicely but upstairs bedrooms and bath are old and need work. Views of the lake and being right in town made it a great visit. Summer time would be even better! The one concern we had was a strong gas smell when the furnace ran in the kitchen area coming up from the entry area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clients in from out of town -
What a great place to house my people while they were in for an event! Caution - only 2 bathrooms and one is in the Master, so plan accordingly, but everything else was great - we recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

jo c.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Campbell get together
Beautiful roomy home with many amenities. Loved overlooking the lake and the closeness to downtown Excelsior. Our best stay with VRBO yet!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

ryan g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excelsior Thanksgiving
As advertised. Great home and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce J., California

Liked: Cleanliness
Chilling on St Albans Bay
Beautiful views overlooking the bay, with the special addition of fall colors! Lots to do plus easy walk to Maynards and always fun village of Excelsiour.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
NonProfit Exec Director
Nice property and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023