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Dreamy Lake Home with Huge Private Yard

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • TCO Performance Center
    8 min drive
  • Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
    11 min drive
  • Science Museum of Minnesota
    11 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown)
    11 min drive

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About the area

Inver Grove Heights

At this holiday home, you'll be 12 km (7.4 mi) from Xcel Energy Center and 16.4 km (10.2 mi) from Mall of America. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 6 bathrooms, a balcony and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Inver Grove Heights holiday home include Mississippi River and Nickelodeon Universe.

What's nearby

  • TCO Performance Center - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Science Museum of Minnesota - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Xcel Energy Center - 11 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Nickelodeon Universe - 14 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Mall of America - 14 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Central Station - 11 min drive
  • Saint Paul Union Depot - 17 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪White Castle - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Dreamy Lake Home with Huge Private Yard

Summary:

Nestled on 1.5 wooded acres with 1,000 feet of shoreline on gorgeous Lake Schmidt, this whole duplex (you rent both sides) can be yours for the weekend. Enjoy lake views and spot wildlife from the decks, the firepits, the hammocks, or get out on the lake with the provided kayaks and canoes. Close to it all, the home is only 9 mins to St. Paul, 21 mins to Minneapolis, and 13 mins. to MSP and MOA. Welcome to your very own "cabin in the city"!

Important Note: Before booking this beautiful lake home retreat, please ensure you have read our simple and straightforward “House Rules” on this page and throughout the listing, most important being the 10pm quiet hours.

There is direct access to the lake from with a basic wooden dock.

While swimming and fishing in the lake is not recommended, people have done it before if they're feeling adventurous or overly optimistic about fish. There are fish in the lake but most of them are small. The water is shallow so the actively growing aquatic plants in the water usually reach the surface especially from May through August.

Motorized boats are not allowed on the lake so please enjoy the peace and tranquility. There are canoes, kayaks and SUP's with life jackets available for your use to go exploring around the lake. If you come in the summer, you will find a beautiful section of lily pads with the most amazing flowers.

This lake home has been totally remodeled to provide all the creature comforts of home while allowing you to take in all the sights and sounds that nature has to offer. You may even see one of the resident bald eagles!

The house provides a great opportunity to get away from the pressures of life for either a couple of days or for a week or more.

The location is perfect as it's so close to the Minneapolis (20 min) and St. Paul (10 min) yet secluded enough that you would never know it.

The house has 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. There are 2 grills, one on each side of the deck.

When making your reservation request, please be aware that the number of guests you list when booking is the maximum that will be allowed on the property. Once your reservation is confirmed, you will be asked to provide the names of all who will be at the house for a half hour or more (infants 12 months and younger will not be counted as guests). Please note that there are cameras that are only focused on the entrances to the house and NOT inside the house in any way. Inviting more people to the house that are not listed may result in immediate cancellation of the booking without refund.

I encourage you to purchase travel insurance so that in the unlikely yet possible event that something happens and you need to cancel your trip after the refund deadline, you can receive some of your costs back for eligible cancellations.

Guest Access:
You will have access to the entire property. This is a side by side duplex, and you are renting both sides.

Check-in: 3PM
Check-out time is 10AM

After you reserve the property, you will be provided the location of the house.

I can offer early check-in or late check-out for $75/hour, but please schedule this in advance so we can plan accordingly.


HOUSE RULES:
(1) Quiet Hours: 10pm to 7AM which means no outdoor socializing. My neighbors are VERY IMPORTANT to me and I have a zero tolerance policy on this rule. All outdoor socializing, must conclude by 10pm. No exceptions to this rule. As neighbors are close by and expect to enjoy their home in peace and quiet, if your group becomes so loud or disruptive that the neighbors feel that they need to call me or the police about it during or after your stay, there will be a damage claim of up to $1,000 to be deducted from your security deposit. Additionally, your group may be asked to leave at whatever time this occurs and there would be no refund of what you have paid to complete your stay. As you expect peace and quiet at your home when you are there, please extend the same courtesy to my neighbors so that I can continue to offer this great home to others such as yourselves.

(2) No smoking in the house (smoking on the deck is allowed). If I find evidence of this, a $1000 fee will be taken from your security deposit.

(3) Guest list must be provided 2 weeks before your stay and must match your actual guests. Send first and last names in the message thread. A guest is anyone who will be on the property at any time during your stay, even if they are just stopping by. Each person is considered a guest for fee calculation purposes. Thanks for understanding. Please understand an open guest list party is NOT ALLOWED may result in immediate cancellation of your reservation and any guests over the amount listed when booking will be charged at $30/guest/night through your security deposit.

There is a limit of 40 guests during the day (a guest is any person on the property even if not staying overnight and just stopping by for a short time) and a limit of 28 overnight guests. For your reservation, the reservation fee includes 4 guests and each additional person, even if just stopping by and not staying overnight, is an additional charge which is calculated when you finalize your reservation. The additional charge is $30 per guest per day.

Dogs are allowed at a rate of $150/dog/stay and these rules must be followed:

1. No dogs on furniture. If your dog is used to that at home, please bring blankets or covers from home to cover furniture.
2. Kennel your dog when away from the house.
3. Give frequent potty breaks to avoid accidents in the home.
4. Must pick up after your dog in the yard
5. Please don’t leave your dog unattended on the deck so that it barks.

You are responsible for any damage to the property caused by your dog. Thank you for understanding.

SECURITY DEPOSIT
To ensure a comfortable stay for all guests and maintain harmonious relations with our neighbors, I kindly request a $1,000 security deposit. This deposit serves to uphold the 3 essential house rules, ensuring a smooth and pleasant experience for everyone involved.
If I find any evidence that smoking took place in the house, the fee is $1,000. Additionally, if you have extra guests that were not included in your reservation, you will be charged for each guest accordingly. Lastly, if I learn of these or other situations during your stay, your reservation is subject to immediate cancellation with no refund.

The security deposit will be held from your account 5 days before your stay as a pending charge. Rest assured, it will be released within 48 hours following your check-out, provided that the house rules are observed.

While I prefer not to impose such measures, past experiences have highlighted the importance of these steps in maintaining the quality of our accommodations and fostering goodwill with our neighbors. Your cooperation and understanding are greatly appreciated.

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
There is a keypad on the main door for entry. You will be given the code the morning of check-in. You will have the entire place to yourself. If you need something, I'm usually only 15 minutes away and can help with anything you need.

Property manager

Steve Dick

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 4 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Dreamy Lake Home with Huge Private Yard?

The closest beach to Dreamy Lake Home with Huge Private Yard is Phalen Beach (12.7 km).

Does Dreamy Lake Home with Huge Private Yard have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dreamy Lake Home with Huge Private Yard?

No, Dreamy Lake Home with Huge Private Yard does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Dreamy Lake Home with Huge Private Yard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Dreamy Lake Home with Huge Private Yard Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rosemount
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Autumn Setting
Clean and well decorated. The outside doesn’t represent what awaits you on the inside. Owner was super attentive to our needs and even brought over a kitchen aid for our chef to use!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely time!
It was a wonderful place to stay. The only thing was that the coffee pot did not work in the right house. Other than that we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Business trip
Our group really enjoyed the location. It was close to everything we wanted to do as well as perfect space to host a day long meeting. House was well equipped and set up with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briana W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property exactly as described
We rented out this property for a family reunion and it exceeded our expectations. It was immaculately clean, the beds were so comfy, and the kitchen fully equipped. They even left us s'mores kits for the fire pit, which was such a nice touch. It had so much space for all our gatherings. The yard was huge with tons of space for the kids to play. I loved that the two balconies connected giving us space to enlarge the outdoor group space by shifting furniture. The lake, however, is very urban with tons of reeds, green foamy growth and very shallow and mucky. It was fun to take out canoes but definitely wouldn't paddle board as I wouldn't want any of that water on me.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean vacation getaway
We were pleased with supplies, cleanliness and responsiveness to questions from host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Fei Z.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
60 Year Marriage Celebration.
The property was everything we hoped for to keep a group happy and busy. It was located within easy reach of the activities we needed or wanted to do, and there were more than enough activities to keep us happy while we were on the premises.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Beth I., Federal Way

Liked: Cleanliness
Be sure to thoroughly read the description before you book
The stay was pleasant enough with a few items in need of repair (toilet suddenly running at night, kitchen hinges in disrepair, some walls that need patching). Beds were comfy and the units had everything we needed. My concern is with the listing which misrepresented the number of guests for the price. Every guest more than four adds an additional daily charge. Since the listing says sleeps 28 I thought it meant the price was for up to 28 people. And no one can come to visit for more than 30 minutes unless you want to pay the extra per person. Again all listed in the documentation along with the no refund policy. It just took away from our family weekend celebrating our grandson.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend visit with family was a success!
We had great weather to utilize the wonderful outdoor space of this property for coffee on the deck in the morning to cookout and hammerschlagen in the evening. 2 couples with 6 adult children enjoyed having their own bedroom along with ample bathrooms to not feel cramped. Very clean! Had an issue with internet/cable, but the owner responded in a timely manner to rectify the issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jouman H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Work Meeting
My team and I used the house as an opportunity to get away from the office. It was the perfect setting as we were able to make breakfast and host meetings with the provided TV. It was so lovely, the area was beautiful and calm. The house owner was very kind and accommodating. The place was clean and the owner responded quickly to any messages. Would most definitely recommend for a vacation, a work meeting, or any kind of gathering 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sales Team Meeting MN Retreat!
Property was super peaceful with a great layout to host a small Sales Team meeting (7 adults). Relaxing bon fire pit to sit around after dinner was a bonus! My Sales Team said that this was the "best sales meeting experience EVER"! No more hotels & convention centers in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathan D.

Long time friend reunion with kiddos
We booked this spot to bring together four families from around the country to spend a long weekend together. When driving up to the property the entrance felt a bit ordinary, but don’t let that deter you. There is a gem here behind the front door. This house is in fact a duplex which splits up the group, but this was the best case scenario for us. we had two kitchens, two living rooms and ample adjoined deck space. We were able to have the babies playing on one side while we watch golf on the big TVs on the other side. The properties are mirror images of each other but slightly different in minor ways. Master en suite and two more bedrooms with a shared bath on the top floor. Living / kitchen and walkout to deck on main floor. Basement had another en suite bedroom and adjoining living space. 8 bedrooms and 6 baths in total when you book the whole space. What really made the space was the fire rings and lakes side yard. The kids played on the dock, found turtles, played with dragon flies, and saw plenty of duck and geese families floating about. Canoes, kayaks, SUPs made for welcome distractions for everyone to get out and move without getting in the cars. Frisbee golf, hammocks, and other yard games made this a great place to hang and spend time together. Kitchen was appropriately stocked, but not the most comprehensive we have stayed with. Hardware could use some tightening around the kitchen and bathrooms. Yard was rustics. Appropriately cleaned.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

KEITH W., Mankato

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
The property was lovely! Several different spaces to accommodate a big group with many ages. The pool was a big hit! We loved that it was close to the airport, as we had many flying in for the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay for The Excel
We stayed at this property for a multiple day tournament at the Excel Energy Center. It is a great destination right outside the hustle of downtown. All amenities within close distance of driving; restaurants, grocery, shopping, ect. Great destination for over 10 people and multiple vehicles.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa r.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very great stay.
The house was beautiful, everything had a modern look. The house was very clean upon arrival. There was a great view of the pond out back. We stayed when it was snowing so we didn't get to view that as much but it looked amazing. They had plenty of dishes to use. Laundry detergent was provided for us. Rooms were very spacious. It was a comfortable and great time.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, easy to separate people but, fire put and common.areas are great.
Great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022