Title: Family-Friendly Lakeside Retreat with Pontoon & Paddle Boat in Alexandria, MN - 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 # Family-Friendly Lakeside Retreat with Pontoon & Paddle Boat in Alexandria, MN Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33980000/33979900/33979824/59c54e36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33980000/33979900/33979824/6c331bd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33980000/33979900/33979824/dd1d50eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33980000/33979900/33979824/555e9ad1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33980000/33979900/33979824/7d9e777d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Golfing on site, a water park, and a firepit are just a few of the amenities provided at Family-Friendly Lakeside Retreat with Pontoon & Paddle Boat in Alexandria, MN. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking, boating, and bicycling at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 154200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Family-Friendly Lakeside Retreat with Pontoon & Paddle Boat in Alexandria, MN Welcome to The Haven! A happy, welcoming retreat 4 miles from Alexandria, set in a quiet neighborhood on a peaceful lake with little boating congestion. This 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath home is perfect for all generations, featuring a no-step entry, main-level primary suite, and zero-entry shower with bench. Designed with three distinct 2-bedroom + bath areas it is ideal for families. Enjoy beautiful lake views, fishing, a Rainbow Playset for kids, plus a 22-ft pontoon & paddle boat (May–Sept)! Bedroom 1: King Bed I Bedroom 2: Queen Bed I Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds I Bedroom 4: Queen Bed I Bedroom 5: 2 Twin Beds + Crib I Bedroom 6: King Bed I Additional Sleeping: Pull-out King couch, crib, pack ‘n play. OUTDOOR LIVING: Dock, 22 ft pontoon and paddle boat (May-September), covered upper deck with ceiling fans and dining table that seats 10 with additional chairs, gas grill, lounge chairs, covered lower patio with ping pong table, Adirondack chairs that face lake, Rainbow playset, fire pit and horse shoe. Kayaks, paddle boards and lily pad available for rent. INDOOR LIVING: 2 living rooms (upper & lower) each with gas fireplace and large screen Smart TV’s, dining table seats 14, poker/game table, 2 additional smart TV’s, ceiling fans. KITCHENS: Main level: Fully equipped, dishwasher, refrigerator, 2 ovens, microwave, garbage compactor, drip coffee maker, toaster oven, Crock-Pot, dishware/flatware, wine glasses, Keurig, hand mixer, blender, complimentary spices, kitchen island (4 stools). Lower-level kitchenette: second refrigerator, microwave. GENERAL: Strong Wi-Fi, 2 washers, 2 dryers, linens/towels/beach towels, central heating & air conditioning, shampoo/conditioner/body wash, cleaning essentials. KIDS: crib, 2 pack-n-plays, 2 high chairs, toys, books, dinner ware. PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles). Maximum 8 cars total for property. THE LOCATION LAKE LOUISE: A smaller quiet lake perfect for cruising, fishing and swimming without lake congestion. Louise is well stocked with Northerns, Crappies, Walleyes and Sunfish, and is popular for ice fishing during winter months. The lake is 300-acres with depths up to 33 feet. Public access boat launch located 1/4 miles from the house. LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Big Ole Park, Carlos Creek Winery and 22 Northern Brewing, Theatre L' Homme Dieu, Country Blossom Farm, Burr Vineyards, Viking Speedway, Casey’s Amusement Park, Hook & Slice, Escape Room Alexandria, Shenanigans Indoor Playground. OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Lake Carlos State Park (hiking, cross country skiing or snow shoeing-rental available), Lake Brophy County Park (located on Central Lakes Trail, large fully accessible kids playground, mountain bike trail, picnic tables, groomed cross country trails and sledding hill, ice skating rink, warming area), Central Lakes Trail (great for long bike rides or walks), Alexandria Golf Club, Atikwa Golf Course, Andes Tower Hills (downhill skiing, snow tubing, summer hiking and mountain biking). FOOD & DRINK: Casa Jalisco, Coffee Pot Café, Copper Trail Brewing, DJ’s Taphouse, Fired Up Bar & Grill, Great Hunan Chinese, Pike & Pint, Tannin & Oak. POLICIES No Smoking No Pets Allowed No larger parties or events without prior approval Lic #1877 - Overnight capacity is 12 people ages 6 and up plus 3 additional children aged 5 and under for a total of 15 overnight guests. Not more than 12 additional daytime guests are permitted by Douglas County Short Term Rental requirements. Owner may have additional requirements. Parking is limited to 8 cars with no street parking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Ski lift privileges - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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. - 1 accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - Area rugs in room - Handrails in stairways (38 inches high) - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - 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 - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Golf - Kayak - Ski lift privileges - Snow sports gear - Table tennis - Water park - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding 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 - 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 - Bicycles - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling - Unit size: 4,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32840000/32831700/32831601/efdcefd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Pointe Lodge: 6BR Lakefront Retreat w/ Free Pontoon, Dock & Firepit Alexandria - 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Winter cancellation flexible based on weather. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ## 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%7C45.93348%2C-95.42115&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ofa0OEQf023wxsMyDGp6wC0C6y4=) Alexandria, MN #### What's nearby - Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 5 min drive - 2.5 km - Carlos Creek Winery - 5 min drive - 5.0 km - Theatre L'Homme Dieu - 10 min drive - 8.2 km - Lake Latoka - 11 min drive - 7.8 km - Geneva Golf Club - 20 min drive - 13.9 km #### Getting around - Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 136 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Angelinas - ‬11 min drive - ‪Zorbaz - ‬10 min drive - ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬11 min drive - ‪Lure Lakebar - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family-Friendly Lakeside Retreat with Pontoon & Paddle Boat in Alexandria, MN pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Family-Friendly Lakeside Retreat with Pontoon & Paddle Boat in Alexandria, MN located? > This family-friendly Alexandria vacation home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Big Splash Indoor Waterpark and Carlos Creek Winery. Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Casey’s Amusement Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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