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Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat!

Buffalo vacation home with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
TV, fireplace, books
Interior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms2800 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Buffalo, MN
  • Place, Mink Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Buffalo Lake
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Wild Marsh Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Buffalo

On lake.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Mink Lake and Buffalo Lake. Wild Marsh Golf Club and Shonhaugen Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Mink Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Buffalo Lake - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Wild Marsh Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Lake Minnetonka - 43 min drive - 31.4 miles
  • Paisley Park - 60 min drive - 42.8 miles

Getting around

  • Big Lake Station - 28 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle - ‬8 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.

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

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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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
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 4 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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

560156

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! to the airport?

This vacation home is 39.6 mi (58-min drive) away from the St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.9 mi (25-min drive) from Lake Rebecca.

Does Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! to downtown Buffalo?

This vacation home is 2 mi away from Buffalo.

Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janice G., Bloomington, MN USA

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026