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Lake life is Calling

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Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
2nd floor hall bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Osceola, WI
  • Place, Trollhaugen
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Somerset Amphitheater
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd br. blue

1 Single Bunk Bed

bedroom 1 rose

1 Queen Bed

Master upper bedroom

1 King Bed

upper 4th bedroom green

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

main fl

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

master bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

upper bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake life is Calling

***2024 update***. We are currently undergoing an extensive landscaping project for the lakeside yard, we are adding steps/ grading for better accessibility down to lake, a boat house with above deck, firepit area above/ behind the boathouse. Photos will be updated once this Hardscape is mostly completed in the spring. Plantings will be ongoing throughout the summer and years to some with a focus on native and lake health. Fenced area has been removed permanently.

1 hr from the Twin Cities (give or take 15m). Our house is located on Big Lake, part of 3 refreshing lakes- Church Pine (170 acre), Round lake (60-80 Acres), and our Big Lake ( 245 acres). 2 boat landings, a underpass, and a chanel so pontoons and smaller boats can cruise all 3 lakes water levels permitting.

When the season permits, go for a swim, fish, relax, float, kayak, 20' lily pad, or canoe. Lots of games and puzzles. Shop the boutiques of Osceola or enjoy the falls, downhill ski or adventure park at Trollhaugen, Check out Taylors Falls ferry or 'pothole' Interstate Park. Fisherman often cruise our lakes with a popular route past our dock.

1 king bed and with a master bath, 2nd upper bed has queen bed. 1st floor bedrooms 1 has a Queen bed other with a twin over full bunk bed . Full size Pull Out in basement (sorry but not too comfortable). Our living room sofa is often a hit as it can comfortably fit 4-7 sprawled out adults.

LOTS of local ordinances (Laws). Polk County restricts our sleeping accommodations to 8 persons max regardless of age (no exception) and the number of humans allowed on our premises. We maintain a zero tolerance for violations of any laws on our property, including laws put into effect after booking.

We are a nature friendly lot so excuse our exterior spiderwebs and non grass yard. We do routine exterior cleanings in the spring and a few times mid summer. We try to balance human presence with critters of nature. I spend a bit of time maintaining our sandy swimming area to minimize the weeds in an eco friendly manner.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All guests must follow House Rules which are posted on premises. This includes all city, municipalities, county, and state regulations and Ordinances.
Legal ID of 1 guest may be required to verify age requirement. Failure to meet the age requirement may be denied entry and no refund issued.
Vehicles: No more than 5 Vehicles allowed on premises at any time. (local ordinances restrict our guests from parking on streets)

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 49731

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Osceola

Located in Osceola, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Trollhaugen and Riverwood Canoe are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Deer Lake Conservancy and Interstate State Park. Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway and Fawn Doe Rosa Wildlife Educational Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Osceola, WI

What's nearby

  • Trollhaugen - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway - 20 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Interstate State Park - 25 min drive - 22.5 km
  • St Croix National Scenic Riverway - 27 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Somerset Amphitheater - 40 min drive - 44.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skolhaugen Lounge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪UW Wanderoos - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brother’s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fiesta Loca - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ward's Bar - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake life is Calling pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake life is Calling?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake life is Calling?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Lake life is Calling located?

Nestled on the beach, this Osceola holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Apple River, Wapogasset Lake and Trollhaugen. Amery Swimming Beach and St. Croix Valley Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina D.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful location! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia S.

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

Coffee group

Loved the property! Too chilly to use the water equipment but really enjoyed sitting on the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh L.

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

Awesome rental!

I rented this property for a ladies weekend, it was the perfect space for us to kick back and relax for a weekend! The living areas are so spacious and comfortably fit all 6 of us (could have easily accommodated 8). Would most definitely rent this home again and recommend it to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Alysa P.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Good stay

Was a beautiful house on the lake. The deck and front door had a bunch of spider webs on the chairs and deck and hadn’t been swept in quite some time but other than that, the host was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

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

Lake Life Beckons

This house was great for us! Loved having the elders on the upper floor and the 20-somethings on the main floor. Ping pong in the garage lounge was a blast, and countless games of cards were played in the sunroom. The lake views, old growth trees and a variety of beautiful birds make for a peaceful setting. Osceola is a cute town with a gorgeous waterfall right in the middle. Renting a "vintage" pontoon boat from Mork's Big Lake store was a favorite activity. This was a classic family summer vacation and we'd do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry T.

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

Beautiful, clean and felt safe for four women travelers.

Contact with the owner was excellent!! First time VRBO renter; she was patient and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

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

July 2022

Wonderful weekend at a beautiful lake home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Fantastic lake home experience.

Our family (3 adult couples) had a fantastic lake home experience. Everything on the listing is accurate. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave J.

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

Fun!

Great place for a quiet, peaceful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

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

Duffy's Nest

Plenty of space to roam, easily accomodated 8 adults. Decks were great for lounging, reading and visiting. Lake is clean and inviting. Lots of water toys to keep everyone busy.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

danielle w.

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

Wonderful!

The house was so clean, beds comfy and plenty of space for all of us. The kitchen also had everything we needed. We were also so pleased w the fire pit and water toys. It was a great house for sunshine and a girls getaway weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

da d.

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

Perfect in every way!

A wonderful experience. This large home is very well furnished, clean and roomy. The beds, linens and towels are very high quality. Lots of games and lake toys I will definitely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcia G.

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

Beautiful respite

Home was as expected and super clean. Our host made the process easy. We enjoyed the space, the lake and the quiet. Had a neighbor dog come over and interrupt family time but we called his owner who promptly picked him up. We enjoyed the ping pong table, grilling out and sitting on the deck and dock enjoying the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Great quiet location on a lake

Great property with plenty of room for sleeping. We had 8 people total which worked out well. It was a bit of a drive but a very quiet and spacious location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Susan D

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My family and I live in the Twin Cities. After renting a cabin on Big Lake from a family friend for the past 6 years, we did as most all of their renters have done, bought our 'cabin'. We had to figure out if we were lake people, well we are. We fell in love with our chain of 3 lakes, it just offered everything as proximity to the cities was an absolute spoiler and kinda a hidden secret. Really, it is a lake home but we like to call it our cabin. Our intent was to rent it because we are usually busy in the the cities but then Covid happened. After careful consideration, we have re-listed our lake home as we feel we can safely do so. As a ski family, an added perk is the proximity to Trollhaugen which is a local family run ski hill. Kids just did the rope course and loved it.

Why they chose this property

It is a hidden gem and being just one hour from the twin cities, give or take 5 to 15 minutes depending on which end. The lakes are just refreshing, with Church Pine getting an A+ rating, our lake blooms in August and is typically clear until then but still swimmable. Big enough to enjoy tubing or a cruise of the lakes in a Pontoon with the boat landing .3 miles walk on the main road but not as close via the lake. We love swimming and floating just off our shore. The mornings usually present with a glass lake ideal for a canoe or Kayak outing. Out and about surroundings offers so much adventure from Taylors Falls, Saint Croix and Osceola district offer much short outings. Trollhaugen has both summer and winter fun. Trollhaugen also offers night skiing and has a well established terrain park.

What makes this property unique

So close yet you feel like you are hours away from the cities. A busy day on the lake might mean a handful of speed boats with a constant circling of pontoons (be sure to wave at every boat) but nothing like what we see on more popular lakes. The place can easily sleep well over 8 but county ordinance allows only 8 max.

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English, French
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