A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Lake Latoka
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Alexandria, MN
Lake Latoka
Place, Lake Latoka
3 min walk
Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
Place, Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
9 min drive
Carlos Creek Winery
Place, Carlos Creek Winery
11 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Lower Level #1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Lower Level #2
1 Queen Bed
Upper Level #1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Upper Level #2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Lower Level Bathroom
+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Upstairs Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802
This quiet private home is surrounded by trees and is less than 2 miles from downtown Alexandria and all its attractions including The Central Lakes Trail. There is everything you need to make your vacation enjoyable such as the 110' sandy beach, 2 - 10’ kayaks, large 300 square foot Trex deck facing the lake, a fire pit for sitting around enjoying the sunset, fireworks or a few S'mores and a hammock strung between two trees at the shoreline. There are 4 bedrooms (2 on each floor-4 beds are Queen size & there is 1 Twin XL roll away on each floor - 2 total - if needed), 2 full bathrooms (1 on each floor), a jacuzzi tub in the basement bathroom, 2 furnished kitchens (full kitchen on upper level & wet bar kitchenette on lower level), family room on both floors, formal dining room on both floors with tables able to seat at least 8 comfortably or 10+ with the available bench seats, a washer and dryer on each floor, high speed internet, HD LED TVs in both family rooms, an attached garage for use during your stay and a shed by the lake that houses kayaks, life vests, chairs, water toys, yard games and pretty much all you'll need to enjoy beautiful Lake Cowdry.
The beach is hard sand with a boulder lined shore. There is plenty of room to tie up your boat to our new aluminum dock using the affixed slip hooks. Fishing is great right off the dock given there's a drop off about 20' from the end of the aluminum dock where many locals fish regularly. You will love the beautiful sunsets from the deck, as you're enjoying a meal grilled on the Weber gas grill or from one of many fold up camping chairs down by the lake but the fire pit (fire wood not provided, but may be purchased at multiple locations in town 2-miles away). You can grill your food and sip on your favorite beverages while watching the calm, clear waters of Lake Cowdry. There is central A/C on the main floor and window unit A/C in the basement though it is rarely needed given the amount of shade our home gets and the many windows allowing for great cross ventilation.
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Property Registration Number 1802
Property # 1071225vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We do not rent for parties or events.
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Alexandria
Located in Alexandria, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Big Ole Viking Statue and Douglas County Historical Society are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Casey’s Amusement Park and Geneva Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Big Splash Indoor Waterpark. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum - 3 min drive - 4.3 km
Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
Carlos Creek Winery - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
Geneva Golf Club - 13 min drive - 14.7 km
Getting around
Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 129 min drive
Restaurants
Pilot Travel Centers - 4 min drive
Taco John's - 6 min drive
Eagles 3063 - 5 min drive
Dairy Queen - 6 min drive
Papa Murphy's - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802 on 20 September 2026 start from NZ$1,243, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802 located?
This family-friendly Alexandria holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Latoka, Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Runestone Museum. Big Ole Viking Statue and Lake Mina are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had such a great stay! SO clean and kitchen was stocked! Loved the kayaks, and being out on the water!
Megan D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2024
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at our lake home, Megan! We sincerely appreciate it and appreciate you being our guests. It makes us happy to hear that you had a nice stay! Please come stay with us again.
Thank you for your review! We appreciate it and appreciated having you as our guest at our lake home this past week! We look forward to having you and your family come stay again in the future.
Beautiful home and great location (on the lake, proximity to downtown). My friends and I could not have asked for a better experience!
Sophie R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2025
Thank you for taking time to write this great review, Sophie! We appreciate it and are happy you and your friends enjoyed yourselves! We too appreciate the location of our home being so close to town and on Lake Cowdry. Thank you again for being our guests!
Thank you for your review, Paul! We strive to be as accurate as possible in our postings & correspondence. We are happy to hear that we hit the mark and that you had an enjoyable stay in our lake home! Thank you again for being our guests.
Beautiful home over looking the lake, plenty of sleeping room and everything you need, Rhett and Katie were wonderful hosts, only stayed 1 night but will definitely book for a longer stay next year. Highly recommend this home.
Jackie C.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2024
Thank you for being our guests Jackie! We hope you had a great time with your family and enjoyed the Grape Stomp festival. We appreciate you taking the time to write a review and look forward to hosting you again next year.
The house had everything we needed. It was a great stay!!!
Julie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you so much for being our guest Julie! We appreciate it and are glad you had a relaxing and enjoyable stay celebrating your sisters 40th birthday! We look forward to hosting you again.
The property was well cared for, clean and just what we needed. We were looking for a place to stay the night before our Cross Country Meet. It was a great place to stay.
Marie S.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2022
Thank you for staying at our lake home and for taking time to write your review, Marie! We greatly appreciate it and hope that your cross country meet was a huge success!
Great Lake house exactly as advertised. House was very comfortable for our group of six and we enjoyed the lake access. Location was great in that it was close to town but in the country enough to be really quiet.
We stayed here to go visit some wineries local and enjoy some lake time. It was a perfect location close to the wineries. The lake was clear and it was perfect to float and kayak. Recommend for a large group with lots of space
Krista R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write your review! We really appreciate it and are happy to hear the location worked really well for your vacation. We appreciate you being our guests! Come stay with us again.
Very nice! Comfortable, homey, and nice view of the lake. Would rent this house again when in the area. Owners are very easy to communicate with.
Valerie D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
Thank you again for being our guests, Valerie, and for taking get one to write this review! We sincerely appreciate it and are thankful you enjoyed your stay.
Beautiful lake setting and sandy shallow beach for grandchildren. Home has plenty of room and enjoyed the kitchenette in the downstairs area for daughter and infant and family.
Cynthia F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2024
Thank you for being our guests and for taking the time to provide your review on your stay, Cynthia! We sincerely appreciate it and are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at our lake home. Please come stay with us again.
An awesome home… accommodated everything we needed! Beautiful clear lake, fishing off the dock was so fun for the kiddos… our hosts were amazing we had ZERO issues and any questions we had were answered in a timely manner!!! We highly recommend it! Love that they had condiments on hand, toys for the kids kayaks, balls, many chairs to put around the fire!
Jackie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you for your great review of your stay at our lake home, Jackie! We sincerely appreciate it and love to hear of families getting to enjoy some quality lake time while being guests in our home. Thank you for being such fantastic guests!
We had an absolute blast at this property. Very clean, up to date, close to town, and very easy to communicate with the owners! Overall great experience!!
Jaime M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2022
Thank you for being our guests Jaime and for taking time to complete your survey! We sincerely appreciate it! Come stay with us again.
We had such a wonderful stay in Alexandria. The house is filled stocked with everything you need, the outdoor space is beautiful and lots of outdoor toys to keep everyone happy. The hosts are wonderful and very helpful.
Kaylin V.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write your review of our lake home, Kaylin! We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful stay and got a chance to enjoy our home, the wonderful lakeside area and enjoyed some time on the water. Thank you again for being our guests. We sincerely appreciate it.
The property had everything for us. The kids enjoyed the kayaks and there were every size life jacket needed. The lake was beautiful and weather was awesome for our stay. I would gladly book this home again for my stay in Alexandria.
Katherine B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2023
Thank you for being our guests! We sincerely appreciate it. We are happy to hear you and your family enjoyed your time together and were able to enjoy the lake as well. Thank you again for staying with us!
Everything exceed our expectations; clean, updated, well stocked. Have suggested this location to others. We will stay there again.
Rose W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for your stay at our lake home, Rose! We sincerely appreciate it and are happy to hear you had a nice stay. We look forward to having you as our guests again!
It was a great spot for 4 couples who came from out of state for a family celebration. It enabled us to have a place to bring the 90 year old birthday girl to join her family for evening meals and great family time. It was perfect for us!
Janet T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay at our lake home, Janet! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and that you got to spend good quality time with your Sister and family over her Birthday! Please come stay with us again!
This lake home is very comfortable, with a beautiful lake view! The home was stocked with everything we needed, the beds and furniture are comfortable. The temperature was easy to keep comfortable even for cool, fall nights. There was plenty of space for our group and the location was great for all of us coming from different directions. It was a great stay!
Karla F.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2022
Thank you for taking the time to complete your review Karla! We sincerely appreciate it. We are happy to hear you had a nice stay at our lake home!
Rhett and Katie are fantastic hosts! They were very easy to communicate with. The home was very clean, had all the essentials, and plenty of space in yard for lawn games by the water!
Scott E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2022
Thank you for your kind words & for taking time to complete your survey Scott! We sincerely appreciate it & are happy to hear you had a great vacation at our lake home! Come stay with us again!
Verified
8/10 Good
Chris M.
4 September 2018
Very well stocked home and quiet lake
The house had everything we needed for a great family get away! We loved the kayaks, hammock, nice kitchen supplies and a lovely view. The only con was sometimes the traffic noise from the county road was loud.
Chris M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you Chris & Rachel for your review and for being our guest! We greatly appreciate it and are glad to hear that you also enjoyed the great view, our well appointed lake home, the hammock by the shore and the new kayaks. We hope that you will be our guest again in the future.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
7 August 2018
Wonderfully Quiet Lake
Very nice house that was stocked extremely well. All we needed to bring was food, drinks and beach towels. Conveniently located close to Alexandria. We enjoyed the quiet lake and also got to know the Alexandria area better. Had a great time with family!
Karen M.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
We thank you for your kind words and for your stay at our lake home. We appreciate you and your family being such wonderful guests. Please come join us again!
Sincerely,
Rhett & Katie
About the host
Hosted by Rhett & Katie Marsten
We have owned this property since 2006 and, due to a relocation to Sioux Falls, we started making our vacation get-away available to you for short term rentals. This is the place where we have gone since we first met to now with our two young children to enjoy the finest of Minnesota lakes where you can feel like you're "up north at the lake" while only being a few miles from downtown Alexandria. The city of Alexandria has so much to offer, during all seasons, with a quaint downtown full of local retailers and restaurants, to downhill skiing, to snowmobile and cross country ski trails, to some of the best pan fishing available on Lake Cowdry - where our lake home resides. We are not property managers, rather we are owners who are renting our home to you and your family to enjoy during the dates we aren't able to enjoy it.
We sincerely hope you make memories during your stay in our lake home and want your experience to be a most enjoyable one.
Why they chose this property
Our home is extremely spacious, up-to-date and clean on one of the best level lots that Lake Cowdry has to offer. In addition, it is very close to the local Central Lakes Trail (walking, biking, rollerblading, snow mobile, cross country ski) and downtown Alexandria and all of the shopping and great restaurants that Alexandria has to offer.
What makes this property unique
Our lake home was formerly two residences with 2BR, 1BA, kitchen (full kitchen on upper level & well stocked kitchenette on lower level) and living area including washer/dryer on each level. We have opened our home up to a single-family residence with 2 attached garages, however, there are still 2 kitchens, 2 sets of washer/dryers and two full dining tables/living room areas which is PERFECT for groups who want to have the kids hang out downstairs while the adults enjoy each others' company upstairs. This home has a walk out lower level out to a level lake lot with a hard sand bottom. The water clarity exceeds 14 feet and the pan fishing off the dock is remarkable not to mention the kayaking in the two 10’ kayaks. There's a cozy fire pit by the shore near the hammock strung between two trees on the shore. There are ample chairs and water toys to enjoy (tubes, camping chairs, picnic table, floating rafts, pails, etc) in the shed by the shore.
Languages:
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