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Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More!

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Alexandria

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A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with a sink, and a modern chandelier.
A house with a covered porch, large windows, and a grassy yard.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A hallway with wooden flooring, a white door with a frosted glass panel, a black console table with a vase and a sign, a black rug, and a wooden railing with a glass balustrade.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island with bar stools, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a unique geometric pendant light.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Alexandria, MN
  • Place, Lake Ida
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlos Creek Winery
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alexandria

On lake.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Ida and 6 miles (10 km) of Garfield Wildlife Management Area. Garfield City Hall and Garfield Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Ida - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 8 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 10 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum - 13 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Lake Latoka - 14 min drive - 11.7 miles

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪22 Northmen Brewing Company - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Leaf Valley Mercantile - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lure Lakebar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Eddy's Interlachen Inn - ‬23 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.

Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More!

3,100 Sq Ft | Easy Access to Wineries | Lake Views | Pet Friendly w/ Fee

Discover a hidden gem outside Alexandria at this spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental. This lakefront home blends relaxation and adventure, featuring a fully stocked kitchen, fireplace, deck, and boat dock. After a day of exploring the scenic route of the Central Lakes Trail, return home to kayak on Lake Ida, grill, play outdoor games and enjoy the views during an unforgettable getaway!

-- THE PROPERTY --

STR License: 2117

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed 
- Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed 
- Bedroom 5: 2 twin beds
- Office: 1 queen sleeper sofa
- Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib, 1 twin rollaway bed

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private dock (May-September), on-site lake & fishing access
- Kayaks, canoe, paddleboat, life jackets
- Covered deck w/ outdoor dining area, gas grill
- Large unfenced backyard, wood-burning fire pit w/ seating
- Cornhole, bocce ball, hammocks
- Cross-country skis, snowshoes

INDOOR LIVING
- Multiple gathering spaces, Smart TVs w/ Roku
- Gas fireplace, office workspace
- Board games, ping-pong table, large dining table
- High chair, booster seat

KITCHEN
- Dishwasher, gas stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave
- Drip coffee maker, Crockpot, toaster, blender, bar essentials
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, ice maker, spices

GENERAL
- Free WiFi, complimentary toiletries
- Central heating & A/C, keyless entry, washer & dryer
- Linens & towels, laundry detergent, iron/board, hair dryer, curling iron
- Trash bags & paper towels, water softener, luggage racks

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-7:00 AM)
- 4 exterior security cameras (facing out)

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home
- 1 step to enter
- Bedrooms & bathrooms on main floor

PARKING
- Garage (2 vehicles)
- Driveway (2-3 vehicles)
- No road parking

-- THE LOCATION --

- 8 miles to Terry Ferguson Memorial Trail
- 9 miles to Brophy Wayside Park
- 7-14 miles to golfing: Alexandria Golf Club, Atikwa Golf Club,  Hardwood Hills Golf Course, Lake Miltona Golf Club, Lake Miltona Golf Club
- 6-14 miles to wineries: Carlos Creek Winery, Burr Vineyards, L’Etoile du Nord Vineyard
- 92 miles to St. Cloud Regional Airport & 110 miles to Hector International 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 with a $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- This 2-story home requires 1 step to enter and features bedrooms and bathrooms on the main level
- Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located on the front right corner of the home facing the street, camera 2 is located on the left corner of the garage facing the driveway, camera 3 is located on the middle of the back wall facing the dock area, and camera 4 is in the garage facing the driveway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras actively record video and audio when motion is detected
- The private dock is available from May to September

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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: 3,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are 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

487942

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More! to the airport?

This vacation home is 151.4 mi (142-min drive) away from the Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More! to the beach?

This vacation home is 10.9 mi (24-min drive) from Sandy Beach.

Does Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More! to downtown Alexandria?

This vacation home is 7.4 mi away from Alexandria.

Pet Friendly Lakefront Home: Dock, Kayaks & More! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place for a family get together!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, tidy, and thoughtful touches made us feel at home while we visited with family. We were able to play games, watch Christmas movies, and listen to Christmas music while we baked holiday cookies.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gail d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and comfortable

The property was comfortable and had everything we needed for a weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Amazing stay

Clean, beautiful home, and amazing gifts
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enough room for all for sleeping arrangements!Liked the essentials available.The setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

michelle b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and view!

We enjoyed this beautiful home for our family birthday get away weekend! Plenty of space, loved all the bedrooms as we had multiple families coming, and the kitchen, dining and living room area was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

LuAnn

Beautiful Home - Relaxing and comfortable.... room for everyone.... Will book again!

We absolutely loved our stay , When we arrived and as we walked around my adult children were very pleased with this gorgeous home. We felt so blessed for the time together and then to have such a beautiful , clean, welcoming home it added to the enhancement of the weekend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous family weekend

Celebrating our beautiful mother of the young age of 93!! This place knocked it out the park.. the hosts were amazing, the house was stocked with ALL your basics needs… they thought of everything… down to zip lock bags for left overs!! We had 11 people stay there over night very comfortably..and there was room for more if needed. Best place we ever stayed at!! Thank you the this opportunity for our family to make beautiful memories!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

The house was amazing. The house had plenty of space for everyone to hang out together and also have space to do their own thing. The owners were very responsive and helpful. I definitely recommend this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

G&J

What a peaceful spot!

Stunning location, beautiful home, peaceful views and a great getaway! Was a great stay for a couples getaway but would have been an easy home to share with multiple families too. Stocked with everything you need. The hosts have set this up so well!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous lakehome getaway!

Exceptional newer home in a quiet, scenic setting with lots of birds and wildlife. The home was laid out well well to either accomodate if you wanted to be together or have private time. I appreciated the written directions in the house that explained how things worked. I would heartily recommend this place and I would definately go back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Braiedy lady weekend

Love the house, good fit for our group. Thanks so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Fabulous, serene modern lakeside home

Had a wonderful stay at this extremely quiet and serene modern lake home. The home was laid out well so that you could gather together or have quiet time alone. The kitchen was well furnished with any appliance or utensil you would need. I appreciated how well things were labeled and the written instructions for the tv. Saw lots of birds and other wildlife. I would heartily recommend this place and I would certainly come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kendra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retreat With Colleagues

The best VRBO I have rented. Everything we needed for a relaxing weekend was there. the home is beautiful and spacious with updated and comfortable decor. All information from the host was accurate and readily available. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and house

The location is beautiful! The house is big and its a great amenity to be able to park in the garage. The house is supplied with everything you need for the kitchen and there is a good selection of games. There were only 4 of us but the place could easily handle a family vacation of 10-12.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

L and T

A most marvelous experience!

We truly enjoyed our stay in this lakeside home.It was a great getaway for those of all ages.This lovely home was very clean, well maintained, and had everything we could have desired for comfort, relaxation and having fun filled days!The host was easily accessible if we had any questions and sent a text after we arrived to make sure everything was in order and looking good for our stay. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Birch Cove Review

We had a wonderful time and look forward to coming back. The house was very clean and it was staged perfectly. It looked as though no one lived in yet it had all the amenities needed. They provided white fluffy towels for showering and nice bedding in all areas. The Lake was great also. Lots of fish, but more importantly, a great sand bar to settle in and let the kids play. The owner was very welcoming and kind. We would definitely come back. We got our moneys worth!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect in everything!

We rented this property for our friends Xmas getaway we do every year with 4 couples. I have rented many VRBO properties but none have been as perfect as this property. The kitchen was stocked with every pan and utensil you would need but also had foil, plastic wrap, baggies and most spices. The beds were all very soft and comfortable, each TV came with instructions of how to use and the lower level had a large seating area and TV to watch football. The communication prior to and after the stay was great, I would easily rent from them again. A summer stay would be amazing on this lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bachelorette party R&R

I hosted a bachelorette party for my best friend with a total of 10 people. This house had more than enough space for everyone to stay and everyone to gather on both levels and outside! We rented a boat from Toontastic all weekend and really enjoyed ourselves! The house is a quick drive from Carlos creek winery and 20 minutes from Alexandria. In a quiet neighborhood on a dead end road so rarely we heard cars drive by! The bay we were in was quiet also. Will be recommending this house to friends and family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Special Thanksgiving

Our family came together from Iowa and Minnesota for Thanksgiving at Birch Cove. We wanted to do something special and fun as our mom had recently passed. What a beautiful home to stay in; absolutely perfect. We enjoyed going to the downtown Christmas parade, shopping thrift stores, Lake Carlos Winery and finding scenic trails to walk every morning. From the living room and kitchen windows we spotted a fox getting a drink of water from the lake and an eagle flying overhead. Amazing! Thanks for giving our family such a beautiful place to create wonderful memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kurt C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and relaxing stay!

The property is lovely and just as described in the listing. The check-in/check-out process was simple and the owners were responsive to questions and requests. The kitchen was well stocked with all the tools and appliances necessary to cook meals. There were plenty of sheets and towels too. The basement bedrooms got quite chilly so blankets were needed in that level. Our family enjoyed the laid-back vibe of this unit. We were far enough away from town to feel a bit secluded, yet close enough to town to grab a pizza, pick up some groceries or do a bit of shopping. The kayaks and canoe were greatly appreciated. We didn't have the best of luck with the paddle boat, but maybe we just didn't know how to operate it properly. The fishing off the dock was superb. The grands were entertained there for hours. Thanks so much for dropping off the extra life jackets. With 6 adults in the house, we definitely needed those larger size jackets. Lastly, we spent lots of time on the back porch visiting, playing games, and enjoying the view. It might have been our favorite spots of the home. The only suggestions I have are minor ones. We could have used another couple of boxes of tissues and extra paper towels during our stay. Perhaps those items were available, but I just didn't locate them. Travelers should know there is no "beach area" for swimming at this property. That was not essential for our trip, but worth noting if your family likes to swim daily.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Regina B.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Wanted to love.....

The open floor plan & decor are aesthetically pleasing but overall it lacked cleanliness. Food particles/crumbs in drawers, laundry soap leaking in the cabinet, smears on appliances, dirty coffee maker, dog hair/previous guest hair all over the master bthrm floor, & multiple beds had dog hair & dark hair all over the place....pillows, throw pillows, duvet cover, & in between the sheets. The amount of cleaning I had to during my stay just to feel comfortable was ridiculous. When I reached out to the guest contact there was no apology, only advised me on where I could find other blankets & sheets. The blankets in the basement corner basket were also covered in dog hair. I spent alot of time washing linens instead of spending time w: my family.My daughter's brand new white Nike socks were black after walking around the house for a couple of hours, which should not have occurred if the floors were actually cleaned. I felt like my issues were dismissed especially since there was no apology, just an "oh dear" & when I shared a photo of the socks, there was no reply.Overall, the cleaning I had to do because their cleaners didn't do their job coupled w/ the uneasiness/unrest, & stress this caused an apology & a discount should've been given.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madalyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025