Title: Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=123027418&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! ## Photo gallery for Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher - Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! (Buffalo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123030000/123027500/123027418/639030b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books - Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! (Buffalo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123030000/123027500/123027418/1f88bc30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets - Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! (Buffalo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123030000/123027500/123027418/fd452967.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books - Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! (Buffalo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123030000/123027500/123027418/e0113db9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! (Buffalo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123030000/123027500/123027418/a8219c56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! provides a firepit and more. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms2800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! Dog Friendly w/ Fee | 4-Acre Property | 326' of Private Lakeshore Experience Minnesota's all-season adventure at this 4-bedroom, 2-bath lakefront vacation rental in Buffalo! There’s endless entertainment — foosball, poker, an original Ms. Pac-Man arcade game, and streaming on a 65-inch TV. Head outdoors for starlit s’mores, epic snowmobiling in winter, or days spent paddling along Buffalo Lake. Designed with family fun in mind, this home is the perfect hub for creating unforgettable memories. \-- THE PROPERTY -- SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS \- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed, 1 twin bed w/ twin trundle \- Bedroom 2: 1 full bed \- Bedroom 3: 1 full bed \- Bedroom 4: 1 full bed \- Living Room: 1 king sleeper sofa KITCHEN \- Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher \- Drip & Keurig coffee makers \- Blender, toaster, spices \- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware \- Trash bags/paper towels INDOOR LIVING \- 65" Smart TV (living room) \- Fireplace \- Board games, foosball table \- 1981 original Ms. Pac-Man arcade game \- Poker table \- Dining tables, bar area OUTDOOR LIVING \- Lake access, boat ramp \- Sand volleyball/badminton court \- Deck, Adirondack chairs \- Kayaks & paddleboards provided \- Boat house, fishing equipment \- Cornhole, 6' fire pit \- Gas grill GENERAL \- Central heating & A/C \- Washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board \- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer \- Free WiFi \- Keyless entry \- Air pump provided FAQ \- 4 exterior security cameras (facing out) \- Pet fee (paid pre-trip) ACCESSIBILITY \- Single-story home, 5 steps to access PARKING \- Driveway (6 vehicles) \- RV/trailer parking \-- THE LOCATION -- \- Close to hiking & snowmobiling trails \- 0.5 miles to Buffalo Lake (South) Boat Launch \- 1 mile to Wild Marsh Golf Club \- 4 miles to Minnesota Balloon Experience \- 14 miles to Lake Maria State Park \- 28 miles to Powder Ridge \- 50 miles to Minneapolis–Saint Paul Int'l Airport \-- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7\. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. \-- POLICIES -- \- No smoking \- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 4 max) \- No events, parties, or large gatherings \- Additional fees and taxes may apply \- Photo ID may be required upon check-in ADDITIONAL INFORMATION \- This single-story home requires 5 steps to access \- This property runs on a septic system, thus it is critical no items (feminine products, floss, food, toys, etc) other than toilet paper be flushed down the toilet \- Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located at the front door facing the front outdoor entryway, 1 camera is located at the back door facing the deck, 1 camera is located on the side of the home facing the side yard, and 1 camera is located on the tree by the volleyball court facing the boat ramp. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails 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 - Unit size: 2,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123080000/123073400/123073305/2f164771.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 560156 ## About the area Located in Buffalo, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Wild Marsh Golf Club and Buffalo Heights Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Mary Schmidt Crawford Woods Scientific Natural Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cummings Field or Wright Technical Center. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Buffalo travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Buffalo.dx55073) [View more Vacation homes in Buffalo](https://www.expedia.ca/Buffalo-Private-Vacation-Homes.d55073-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C45.14576%2C-93.89288&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KG41rb-AANydKifCmQ6xQUvpTJY=) Buffalo, MN ### What's nearby - ![Amazing Sunset over Buffalo lake at Buffalo, Minnesota, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/920055217146753024/c055d982-37da-4143-a641-45230ff15e08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Buffalo Lake 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - ![Lake Minnetonka During Fall from Above with Wakesetter](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634014925241/c9bfe49e-9889-4ed9-b9d5-c5620e05b468.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Minnetonka 43 min drive \- 50.5 km - ![I toured Prince's home, Paisley Park, on opening day as a museum. This picture was taken in Studio B! The keys on the piano play different Prince songs. The most unique part of the experience was seeing handwritten lyrics in a notebook. Priceless....#EndlessSummer](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6506/160fcc78-54ee-4ad4-b45e-cebf214f9796.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Paisley Park 60 min drive \- 68.9 km - Mink Lake 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Wild Marsh Golf Club 3 min drive \- 2.5 km ### Getting around - Big Lake Station 28 min drive - St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) 58 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 8 min drive - Culver's 8 min drive - A&W Restaurant 7 min drive - Chipotle 8 min drive - Taco Bell 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat!? ### What time is check-out at Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat!? ### Where is Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice G. Feb 3, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful winter weekend with the ladies. Everything was as advertised. The only downside was the driveway. It is long and very steep and gravel, not pavement. We had a very difficult time getting up it to leave. I had to back down and try again. But I’m sure we’ll be back! ##### Janice G. 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