Family & dog friendly; 5 min walk to beach, bars, downtown, restaurants and park
Escape on Lake is your small lake-town getaway in the heart of Detroit Lakes, MN. Remodeled in 2021, this 1915 built two bedroom, two bath home features an updated and spacious, fully supplied kitchen for cooking, large soaking tub for relaxing, beautifully tiled shower, central air and access to a full size washer and dryer on the main floor for guests throughout their stay. We are a dog/kid-friendly home and are walking distance to the Detroit Lakes city beach, boat access, hospital, hockey arena and many local restaurants/bars. It is perfect for a family getaway, Thomas Dambo troll hunter enthusiasts or a small gathering of friends.
KITCHEN: Our kitchen is complete with seating for five and includes a dishwasher, microwave and electric range. We have an additional card table and chairs for you to use throughout the duration of your stay. We provide basic small appliances (crockpot, blender, toaster, keurig coffee maker, griddle) for you to use as well as basic cooking spices and oils. Complementary tea, coffee, cream and sugar is provided as well.
LIVING SPACE: Our living area has a television, sofa couch and a trundle day bed complete with two twins for additional sleeping space. We provide board/card games, children's toys and books for guests to use during their stay. Guests are able to use their own streaming accounts on our televisions.
MAIN FLOOR BATHROOM: The main floor bathroom is complete with a spacious large vanity, full size washer and dryer and beautifully tiled shower. Dryer pods and bounce sheets are provided for guests in addition to towels, shampoo, conditioner and body wash. We also provide a blow dryer, disposable face wipes, tooth picks and q-tips for guests to use.
UPSTAIRS BEDROOMS: Upstairs you will find two bedrooms complete with queen beds in each room. One bedroom is complete with a television and the second bedroom has space for a twin air mattress or pack and play (both provided). Black out curtains and shades are provided as well as a noise machine. Both bedrooms have ceiling fans and additional heaters for your comfort during the cold and hot months to keep guests comfortable.
UPSTAIRS BATHROOM: This beautiful updated bathroom features a large soaking tub to enjoy during your stay. Bath salts, kids body and hair wash, infant bath tub and towels are provided for guests to use.
OUTDOOR SPACE: Our back patio is complete with an outdoor sectional, dining table and chairs for 6, propane grill and fire table, yard games, beach toys/chairs and more!
DOGS: We are a dog-friendly short term rental and allow our guests to bring dogs for a small additional fee. We ask that guests read our rules on dogs prior to booking. We provide disposable waste bags for pets, treats and water bowls for dogs to enjoy during our stay.
→ .5 mile walk/drive to Detroit Lakes city park/beach, public boat access and many restaurants and bars (Zorbaz, Hub 41, Lakeside) → .5 mile walk/drive to Detroit Lakes Pavillion → .5 mile walk/drive to Downtown Detroit Lakes which houses many shops, city mall, movie theater, brewery and additional restaurants and bars → .5 mile walk/drive to Detroit Lakes Community Center and Historic Holmes Theatre → .4 mile walk/drive to Essentia St. Mary’s Hospital & Clinic → .6 mile walk/drive to Kent Freeman Hockey Arena → 10 minute drive to Detroit Mountain → 5-15 minute drive to all of Thomas Dambos 5 trolls + golden rabbit
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Detroit Lakes
Located in Detroit Lakes, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Lyle Crovisier Memorial Park and Detroit Mountain Recreation Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Red Willow and Whitehouse Interiors and Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion, or check out an event or a game at Kent Freeman Arena.
Red Willow and Whitehouse Interiors - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Detroit Lakes City Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Alexa - Troll of Detroit Lakes - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Detroit Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Detroit Lake Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Detroit Lakes Station - 14 min walk
Fargo, ND (FAR-Hector Intl.) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 15 min walk
Casey's General Store - 3 min drive
Northside Bar - 15 min walk
Caribou Coffee - 13 min walk
KFC - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Family & dog friendly; 5 min walk to beach, bars, downtown, restaurants and park pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Family & dog friendly; 5 min walk to beach, bars, downtown, restaurants and park?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family & dog friendly; 5 min walk to beach, bars, downtown, restaurants and park on 5 October 2026 start from NZ$431, 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 Family & dog friendly; 5 min walk to beach, bars, downtown, restaurants and park?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family & dog friendly; 5 min walk to beach, bars, downtown, restaurants and park?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family & dog friendly; 5 min walk to beach, bars, downtown, restaurants and park?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Family & dog friendly; 5 min walk to beach, bars, downtown, restaurants and park located?
This family-friendly Detroit Lakes holiday home is located on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Red Willow and Whitehouse Interiors and Detroit Lakes City Park. Detroit Lake Beach and Alexa - Troll of Detroit Lakes are also within 10 minutes. Detroit Lakes Station is 14 minutes by foot.
Reviews
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Property was in a great location. Very clean and had everything we needed. Hosts were easy to communicate with and checked in with us to see if we needed anything. Would stay again.
Lovely central location for exploring DL, many great eating places within walking distance. Spotlessly clean home with nice outdoor space. The soaking tub rules!
The property was clean and full of more amenities that we could have ever Imagined. The host where prompt with any questions and very friendly!I would highly recommend staying withthem if you go to Detroit Lakes!
We had an amazing stay! The house was so cute and cozy, and the host was amazing and made sure that everything was going well! Would definitely book again for future girls trips!
This place is in a great location, I felt very safe out walking my dog in the neighborhood. Awesome walking distance to several shops and restaurants/bars. It’s a nice, cozy place to just sit back and enjoy your evening. The hosts have many options of places to go visit, the troll hunt is something we didn’t get to do but we will for sure next time we visit DL. I highly recommend this cozy place!!
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. I’m glad to hear you thought the amenities were great! We really go above and beyond to make sure our guests have everything they need during their stay and that their experience is exceptional. Being that there was no communication from you during the duration of your stay, I’m also slightly confused as to why you only rated your stay 3/5 stars? We would have loved the chance to provide you a five-star experience during your stay, but again, we were provided no insight or feedback via the check-in messages that were sent on our end during your stay.
This is our second time staying here and everything was very clean, comfortable and overall great place to stay! Kitchen is very well stocked and even supplies for the dog.
Betty R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 February 2026
You are a GREAT guest! You are welcome anytime! THANK YOU!
Chris was phenomenal. Kind & quick to respond to a small issue. There was a lovely welcome gift. The property was very clean & organized. Easy to find what we needed. We loved our stay and would book again for future visits.
Kelly R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 February 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! You guys are welcome back ANYTIME! :)
This home is a 4.5 star rating as it was extremely clean, great modern updates to the home and great communication with the owners. The main bedroom was roomy which would easily accommodate a pack & play if needed. The 2nd bedroom was small but easily accommodated a couple. The living room didn’t accommodate easy interaction as it had a couch that was comfortable but had a trundle bed as the 2nd furnishing which was not comfortable and made interacting difficult. The bathrooms were very nice and modern with the shower on the lower level that was excellent. The upstairs bathroom had a large tub that looked inviting. Overall, the home is very clean and well maintained. A table that can accommodate 4 people to eat family style or gather for game activities would be another recommendation. Lastly, owners have a reasonable request to remove shoes before entering the home - a small bench or chair would make that task easier. Highly recommend staying especially if you’re looking for a nice quiet place.
We had a great stay! The house was very clean, very cute, and had everything we needed. Plenty of off street parking, and the location was perfect. Would definitely stay here again!
The home was clean, comfortable and exactly as described. The location was perfect. The only small thing we noticed was that a full size coffee pot would be a nice addition.
Very cute house. The bathrooms were beautiful, could use another shower, but the tub was nice also. Kitchen was fully stocked and had things you don't expect to find! Close to the lake,bars,and restaurants . We all throughly enjoyed our stay!
My parents and I had a wonderful stay during my brother's wedding weekend. The house was perfect for us - exceptionally clean with little comforts that helped us through the busy weekend. Location was great walking distance from the lake and places to eat. 10/10 - would absolutely recommend.
Amanda S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
About the host
Hosted by Chris
My wife and I enjoy using VRBO to see places and experience new things. We decided to become hosts after experiencing how wonderful and comfortable traveling is when using VRBO and felt that we could continue to enrich our fantastic little community by becoming hosts!
I have lived in Detroit Lakes for the last severals years and am a local Chiropractor. My wife is a stay at home mom to our two little ones who are one and three. We enjoy all the fun things that our small town has to offer year round. Some of our hobbies include; spending time with our rescue pup and kids on the many beautiful lakes, cooking healthy meals, biking, reading and participating in our community by attending different community events and volunteering through a local organization. We are always looking forward to our next adventure.
Why they chose this property
We chose this specific property because of it's location to many local attractions in Detroit Lakes, and is a close walking distance to the city beach, bars, restaurants, and downtown DL.
What makes this property unique
This house is a recently, fully renovated house but all the original woodwork was kept. It is so beautiful and full of character!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests