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The Nest at Darling Shores

Alexandria vacation home with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 51 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Alexandria, MN
  • Place, Lake Latoka
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Carlos Creek Winery
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alexandria

On lake.You'll find Big Ole Viking Statue and Runestone Museum within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Casey’s Amusement Park and Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Big Ole Viking Statue - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Lake Latoka - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Angelinas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lure Lakebar - ‬6 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.

The Nest at Darling Shores

Welcome to "The Nest" at Darling Shores!



This Two bedroom, One bathroom cabin is located on beautiful Lake Darling which is part of "The Chain" in Alexandria, MN. Alexandria's Chain of Lakes allows you access to five amazing lakes. With an incredible Lake view, dock, and patio area, this is the perfect spot to sit back and relax for your next vacation.



The cabin features two bedrooms with sleeping arrangements for up to 5 guests, one bath, an indoor dining table that seats four guests, a peninsula sit up bar that seats an additional two guests, a spacious living area, workspace, Reading nook, picnic table, two Schwinn cruiser bikes, and a firepit.



It sleeps five guests across two bedrooms and a hideaway bed. There is a bedroom with a Queen bed, a bedroom with a Full bed and a Hideaway twin rollout.



Additional Amenities Included:



-Wifi



-Smart TV



-Complete equipped kitchen



-Organic/Gourmet Coffee



-Spices



-Cooking Spray



-Shampoo/Conditioner and Body Wash



-Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap



-Beach Towels



-Cruiser Bikes



-Kids snorkel gear



About Lake Darling:



The Alexandria Chain of Lakes includes 11 connected lakes, five of these lakes can be easily navigated by channels which includes: Lake Le Homme Dieu, Lake Carlos, Lake Geneva, Lake Victoria and Lake Darling. The Chain is popularly known for recreation, fishing, and family fun!



Guests will have access to the entire grounds of the property, which includes a full play-set for children, a large dock, and a huge balcony! Also provided are yard games such as Bean Bag Toss, Yard Yahtzee and Floating Toys!



You may contact management through the messaging app or by our office phone number which is posted in the welcome book!



Darling Shores is a lakefront property featuring six short-term rentals. The shared space includes a full swing set, large balcony, a shared dock and more.



Parking Details:



This cabin has one designated parking spots that can accommodate two cars. Each paved spot is labeled in accordance with its cabin number. 'The Nest" is Cabin number one.



Guests boats are welcome to dock at the property!



Nearby Activities to Enjoy in Alexandria:



-Swimming, Fishing, Boating, Public Beaches, Kayaking, Local Marina's, Jet Skiing, Water Skiing, Paddle Boarding, Restaurants on the water, Water Parks, & all Watersport Activities



-Golfing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, and Winery Tours



-Shopping, Antiquing, Museums, Health & Beauty Spas



Winter Activities:



-Sledding, Ice Skating, Snowboarding, Snowmobiling and Ice Fishing

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles

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

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1 square foot

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

  • No pets 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 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

637063

Frequently asked questions

Does The Nest at Darling Shores have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Nest at Darling Shores to the beach?

This vacation home is 17.1 mi (32-min drive) from Sandy Beach.

Does The Nest at Darling Shores offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Nest at Darling Shores?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Nest at Darling Shores?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Nest at Darling Shores?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Nest at Darling Shores have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Nest at Darling Shores have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Nest at Darling Shores to downtown Alexandria?

This vacation home is 1.9 mi away from Alexandria.

Reviews

The Nest at Darling Shores Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice cabins amenities were great fishing was good really appreciated them keeping the fish cleaning house would stay there again
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Taxidermy show

Time of year early April after a snowstorm. In the 30s at night. Drive was shoveled space was nice. It was a good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Johnston

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant Cabin Stay

Very cute and comfortable cabin. Everything we needed. Did have trouble with the shower draining. Contacted management and they came out and remedied. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Courtney F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice weekend getaway

This cabin is nicely updated and furnished. It was the perfect size for a couple or a small family. It was easy to access and close to everything we wanted to do in Alexandria. The only downside was that it is definitely a summer cabin that has been retrofitted with a furnace. It gets cold quickly when the furnace isn't running, and the furnace is very loud in the bedrooms when it does kick on.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Beautiful area and resort, did a lot of relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Janell W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024