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Beautiful Get Away for any season only ONE Hour from the Twin Cities!

Relax with loved ones by Little Elk Lake's tranquil shores. Savor morning coffee on the patio and unwind as sunset approaches.

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Lake

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful Get Away for any season only ONE Hour from the Twin Cities!

Beautiful Lake House within an hour’s drive of the Twin Cities

This peaceful lake home is located only 1 hour out of the Twin Cities! Situated on west side of Little Elk Lake (near Zimmerman, MN) and sits on a 1 acre wooded property with a breathtaking, southeast facing, view of the lake front perfect for spectacular sunrises. A dock for you to fish from and secure your boat or perhaps jet skis.

Recently, the house was beautifully updated with a stunning kitchen to include a wine cooler. Outfitted with new furniture. It’s just simply stated, a perfect place to relax with family and friends, enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning on the patio or perhaps enjoy a glass of wine in the evening as the sun sets. Sleeps up to 16 guests. 1-King bed, 2-Queen beds, 1-Full futon sofa. 4- pull out queen sleeper sofas, and 1- pull out twin sleeper sofa. To top it off, It’s expansive 21’x30’ loft outfitted with a wet bar and under-counter refrigerator is a great place for kids and grandkids to get away and spend time as the adults relax on the lake front.

This year-around conveniently located lake get-away is an amazing way to spend time on a lake in the summer fishing and boating, enjoying spectacular fall colors, and in the winter ice fishing and snowmobiling. Extremely convenient access to the boat launch area in the summer and the Minnesota snowmobile trail system in the winter.

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Property manager

Owner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2580 sq ft (240 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
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 deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Amazing Lake House Beautiful Fall Colors!
Winter Lake House Get Away Snowmobiling Fishing Gem
Beautiful Summer Get Away Only One Hour From the Twin Cities!
Beautiful Lake House Within an Hours Drive of the Twin Cities

About the neighborhood

Map
Zimmerman, MN

What's nearby

  • Wild Woods Water Park - 24 min drive
  • Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge - 31 min drive
  • Prairie Trail - 31 min drive
  • Albertville Premium Outlets - 33 min drive
  • St. Cloud State University - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Elk River Station - 25 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ridgewood Bay Resort - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Get Away for any season only ONE Hour from the Twin Cities! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Get Away for any season only ONE Hour from the Twin Cities!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Get Away for any season only ONE Hour from the Twin Cities!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Get Away for any season only ONE Hour from the Twin Cities! located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Young Park, Fairview Hospital, and Fairview Northland Hospital. Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge and Mississippi Drive Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Beautiful Get Away for any season only ONE Hour from the Twin Cities! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Calista D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
My friends and family had the best stay here. Beautiful house and property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
We have stayed here each year for three years. The owner is great to work with, and the house is perfect for our family stay.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Weekend
Loved the property! Great location, house and the outside spaces were fantastic. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space!
Huge well-stocked kitchen, lots of options for outdoor activities, and plenty of places to sleep. Wonderful location. Host is super helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Relaxing Weekend
This house is even nicer in person! Very spacious and beautiful outdoor spaces. It was perfect for a relaxing girls weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lukas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake place.
Enjoyed our stay. Place was clean and worked perfectly for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Calli W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
We had the absolute best time! This house was perfect for our entire family including our two toddlers. The house was clean, family friendly, and absolutely beautiful. The dock was excellent for little ones to play by. Having the additional kayaks available was also a huge plus! This vacation was memorable to say the least. We are already looking forward to our next vacation in Zimmerman!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great weekend stay
Our family had a great time here over a long October weekend. The upstairs loft was a great place for the kids and the outdoor spaces were great for enjoying the fall scenery and weather. A very pleasant experience all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Beautiful house! Beds were comfortable, plenty of space. Loved the lake views from the 2 outdoor spaces!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Wonderful location and landlord. Very helpful and responsive. Great house with amenities and comfortable. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

nicole k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fourth of July stay
Very nice property, bring shampoo and conditioner
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun
This property has plenty of room for lots of family fun. The house is inviting with a good size kitchen, living room that looks out to the lake and a huge loft for really spreading out, watching a movie on the big screen or for playing games. There is a great yard and fire pit for making s'mores and just enjoying a fire. I would definitely recommend this property to family and friends!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Time
Property was spacious and over very responsive. Great time overall!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Great house and yard for our family to enjoy some time together!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
It was a beautiful home and we enjoyed the huge tv for a Vikings game!!! Sitting outside on the decks with a beautiful view was a highlight.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great group property!
Wonderful getaway for three families! The loft was great for 6 kiddos to sleep plus the huge TV for movie nights. The fire pit was relaxing and the dock with chairs and tables were great. The grill was great for cooking too. Overall we had a wonderful family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R., Denver, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Girls’ Weekend Stay!
We had an incredible time at this property. It’s in excellent condition and the kitchen was amazing for a larger group of people. The sheets and pillows were also extremely comfortable. We hope to come back again when the weather doesn’t storm on our summer plans!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
The house was just perfect for our big group. Lots of space and big kitchen. Landscaping was just amazing and everyone enjoyed the water. Nice and clean property. Had so much fun , I would recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Together again after the pandemic
Together again after the pandemic. We thoroughly enjoyed this amazing wonderful home and lake! The kitchen was beautiful! The lake was very accessible :-) and the upstairs room was wonderful for our own family concert as well as sleeping facilities for our three teenage cousins :-) we hope to rent this again next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Heidi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay in Zimmerman
The house on the lake in Zimmerman was in a great location on a quiet and beautiful lake. We had a really relaxing vacation. The neighborhood was also quite quiet and nice. The water was quite murky and the fishing was not great, but according to relatives that live near the area, it was due to extensive periods of heat and lack of rain this summer. We would certainly recommend it to future vacationers.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe and Lyndi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Family Gathering Place
This place is perfect for a family gatherings. The kitchen was large and held everything you needed. The beds are very comfortable and there is space for everyone. The large bonus room was fantastic! We were able to move around and never felt crowded. We even had the chance to watch a movie on the projection TV. It felt like you were in a movie theater. The views of the lake were excellent. Thank you for the perfect venue for our daughter's 40th birthday celebration.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
97th birthday celebration
The property was just as listed - and it was perfect for a family gathering. There are so many options for seating, indoors and out. The loft area was great for kids. Everything was clean and comfortable. Even with the bedrooms right next to each other, we never heard each other. Conveniently located between Zimmerman and Princeton. We enjoyed every bit of the house and would consider it again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great king Labor Day weekend!
Wonderful property for our whole family. Kids and grandkids alike. Sandpit was loved by the toddlers, older kids enjoyed swimming and fishing. Property was very clean and beds were comfortable. Extra towels were appreciated and the bonus room was perfect for our large group. Three extra beds up there and a great video game/movie room. We all had space to spread out. Great weather (hot) but when it was time to rest, we loved the air conditioned house. Laundry was a bonus. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elsie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for large groups
My friends and I stayed here over new years and had a fantastic time. The place really does accommodate 16 people!! The spacious kitchen worked well for cooking for large numbers and the loft was a great spot to watch the ball drop. All the couches pulled out into beds so no one was left on the floor! We even took the liberty to clean some snow off the ice to play some boot hockey. It was simply amazing. We hope to return :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D., Stillwater,MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay and just as we remembered ♥️
Joan is just such a joy to have as an owner, great communication, easy peasy check in and it truly feels like home. The backyard is more gorgeous than the photos can show, the dock with the built in chairs and umbrellas, the use of the kayaks, tubes, life jackets, and a gorgeous fire pit, you almost feel guilty staying inside but there is room for everyone to relax and the kids are over the moon with the bonus room. The beds are so comfortable and we loved all the extra pillows and blankets along with enough towels for a large group and beach towels. The kitchen is perfect for cooking for a large group and is very well stocked. We knew from last year so we brought our own shampoo, body wash and extra paper towels and toilet paper. She starts you off with the basics but the store is only 5 minutes away. We just chose to bring extra along. Lawn games, board games, plenty of tvs and steaming , good wifi ( we had one working from a laptop and teens on devices and no issues ) . This is the perfect spot for families with kids of all ages. The water at the shoreline is shallow enough for even toddlers to swim. Highly recommend and we look forward to booking our next trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023