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2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis.

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A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with a view of a lake, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden cabin with a stone retaining wall, large windows, and a metal fence.
A spacious living area with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the water. There is a ceiling fan, a sofa, and a small table with a vase of flowers.
A view from a room with a large window overlooking a lake, a wooden deck, and a sign reading "MEMORY LN."
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a microwave.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
Sleeps 6•2 bedrooms

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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New Auburn, WI
  • Place, Sand Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fireside Lakes
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Chetek
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis.

Escape to our cozy 2-bedroom vacation home in New Auburn and experience the perfect getaway. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, microwave, and coffee maker, allowing you to easily prepare delicious meals. Gather around the dining table and enjoy your culinary creations while taking in the stunning lake views outside.

Unwind in the comfortable living room, where you can curl up by the fireplace and enjoy your favorite shows on the smart TV. Stay connected with the free WiFi, or challenge your family to a game night with the selection of games provided.

When it's time to relax, retreat to the cozy bedrooms and refresh with the provided linens and towels. Enjoy the convenience of the in-unit washer and dryer, making it easy to keep your clothes fresh during your stay.

Embrace the great outdoors and soak up the serene lake views from the comfort of your vacation home. With parking available, you can easily explore the surrounding area and discover the local attractions. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or a fun-filled adventure, our vacation home has everything you need for an unforgettable stay. **2025 Bennington pontoon available to rent. $600/week, $450 for 3 days, or $200 a day. Payment is covered at time of check in.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Put trash in black bin outside the door
Draw all the blinds down please to help keep it cool.
Store all outside cushions back inside the master bedroom.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3948342vb
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

About the area

New Auburn

Located in New Auburn, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chippewa County Forest and Ohmart Wetlands State Natural Area. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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New Auburn, WI

What's nearby

  • Sand Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fireside Lakes - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lake Chetek - 27 min drive - 36.9 km
  • Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company - 41 min drive - 65.3 km
  • Lake Wissota State Park - 45 min drive - 72.1 km

Getting around

  • Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Backwoods Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Max’s on the Lake - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shep's Northshore - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Flater's Flambeau Point Resort - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Henry's at Lured Inn - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at 2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis.?

As of 31 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis. on 7 October 2026 start from NZ$1,405, 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 2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Sand Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Island Lake and Chippewa County Forest. Fireside Lakes is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 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

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed at this quaint little rental multiple times and it never disappoints. This literally has the lake outside your front door. The deck is large and has plenty of furniture. The new forever set with the high top and captain chairs is excellent! Not too far from some local places to grab a beer abs burger. Jonathan always responds very promptly. Love using the kayaks and canoe. Lots of fun lake toys! Great place to stay. We will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic cabin with a beautiful view of the water. Very convenient location for a number of the other good fishing lakes in the area. Would highly recommend this cabin, and working with this host, if planning a trip to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property and would rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony L.

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

Lakeside cabin

Great little escape just steps from the lake. Very cozy and comfortable with everything you need to enjoy your stay and the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Weekend Getaway

Place was perfect for a weekend getaway. Host was fantastic and was always quick to reply to any questions we had. I would definitely book this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sharon R.

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

Beautiful Sand Lake

Gorgeous lake view!!!! Lots of good fishing. The cabin has everything you might need. Host stays in close communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jonathan was a great host. The property was as described and has amazing views. The lake is awesome and not busy. We fished and swam every day. The nearby boat landing was very convenient. We would definitely return. Jonathan has an amazing place.
Sunrise
Moonrise
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginia K.

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

Peaceful Paradise

Our stay at Lake Cottage on Sand Lake was wonderful! My husband & I enjoyed celebrating our 45th Wedding Anniversary at this special, tranquil and peaceful waterfront Cabin. We appreciated and are grateful to Jon for checking in on us, and ensuring that we had the best possible time at our stay on Sand Lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2024
So great hosting you two! Pleasure to meet you and looking forward to your next trip
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

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

Moms' weekend Getaway.

The property was wonderful. The owner was very nice and friendly. We loved the views of the lake with the snow. The only disappointing part was that the fireplace was not functional. We chose this property specifically for the lake view and the cozy feel of the heat flames from the fireplace.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dianne C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Very nice , small home on a beautiful lake.Boat dock was very nice. The deck overlooking the lake was wonderful. The kids had fun fishing from the dock, and getting in a canoe ride. The property sits down hill from the parking area and it’s quite a steep hill to trudge up with all your belongings. Older folks won’t appreciate that.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2025
Thanks for the review! Sorry I didn’t earn that 5 star. I’m glad y’all had a great time just wish the weather was better. Let me know what I can do to earn a 5 star. I love the feedback ☺️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele N.

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

Cozy, inviting lake house

We will definitely be back to this quaint lake house! The view is breathtaking and the pictures don’t give it justice! Jonathan is very friendly and accommodating. Not all hosts I have dealt with are like this. The sound system on the deck and Traeger grill were an added bonus to the beautiful outside area. Hoping to make this a yearly trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2024
Thank you so much for the kind words! I’m so glad you all had a great time! Looking forward to the next trip. 🙏😄
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sharon K.

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

Reasonable for the price

We stayed here a year agoLOVE that it is RIGHT ON the LAKE!!! There aren’t too many places we’ve found directly on the lake.They have an awesome 4th of July celebration on the lake.I let Jonathan know that a few things needed to be cleaner. We also recommended the screen doors needed to be cleaned / changed. Jonathan completely agreed and said he would do that.We missed the kayaks but found out someone had broken them.Jonathan was ON it and within 24 hours had replaced them.Local bars are great! Go to max’s! Don’t let the outside of Kings deter you from entering.Jonathan is a GREAT host!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Thanks for the review! I already went up and cleaned the fans myself and will be ordering new doors ☺️☺️ Ps I think you might of rated me a 1 star accidentally 😆😆 Thanks you again for coming up! 🙏🙏
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

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

Will Definitely Be Back

This is a quaint little cottage on Sand Lake in Wisconsin. About a 2 hour drive from the Twin Cities. We stayed here for 5 nights; over the 4th of July holiday weekend. Jonathan, the host, did an excellent job answering all of my questions and he responded very quickly. The cottage was very clean and decorated nicely. Ceiling fans in every room, which is a huge plus. You can’t beat the view. Steps lead down to the lake. In front of the large retaining wall is a grassy knoll for hanging out, room to play frisbee, etc. The lake has a pontoon parade on the 4th which was super cool to see! We at once at Max’s on the Lake. Cute little bar and grill not too far away. We also drive into Bloomer Wisconsin and played 18 holes at the Bloomer Memorial golf course. Nice, relaxing stay. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2024
Thank you so much, Sharon! 🙏🙏
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tanya P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
Thanks for the 4 stars Tanya. Let me know what we could of done better to get a 5 star experience. Thanks again for staying.

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