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House near Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria MN Grape Stomp Weekend Special

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View from master bedroom. Space for your morning coffee or evening sunsets.
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A wooden sign with the text 'Winterhaven' in white letters.
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • On-site fitness centre
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Parkers Prairie, MN
  • Place, Block Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlos Creek Winery
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Large Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sunroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Soap · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

House near Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria MN Grape Stomp Weekend Special

Please note: September 18-20 Special: Rent Two nights, get 3rd night rental at half price. Enjoy all three days of Carlos Creek Winery’s Grape Stomp Festival!!
Four Bedrooms:
-Master Bedroom: King with space for “Pack n Play”
-Bedroom 2: Queen Tempur-Pedic (Adjustable) and Two pullout single chair beds.
-Bedroom 3: 2 Double bunks - full on bottom, single/youth on top .
-Sun room/Bedroom 4: Queen bed and ‘Clic-Clak’
-Lower level semi-private quarters: Queen sofa bed.
Sleeps 8-16 people or up to 40+ if you rent all the cabins plus the house. (Please note: the five cabins are closed mid September to Memorial Day.)

3 Bathrooms: Jacuzzi tub in master bathroom, shower in both main floor and downstairs bathrooms.

Fully remodeled living room with beautiful wood Laminate floors.
Full kitchen with spacious cabinets, cookware, dinnerware and utensils for 16, numerous small appliances, and both a regular and single cup coffee maker for your use.
There are 2 refrigerators w/ top freezers...
The dining area is large enough for seating 16 - to eat and for game playing.
Deck on main floor wth steps down to the lawn; cement patio on ground level with patio table, chairs and picnic table.
Fireplace and game tables on lower level.
Walk-out basement.
Laundry on site for your use.
Big screen TV and DVD player.
Private docks.
Your own private fire-pit with wood for sale; rock wall seating and 10 comfortable chairs.
Private beach (40 by 10 sandbox on the lake).
Lake is stocked with walleye.

We normally rent from Sunday 5pm check-in until Sunday 11:00 am check-out. 2026 rates are $2625.00 per week plus tax and Damage Deposit. Three night rentals are allowed…

Please call or e-mail with any questions,
Thanks,
Peggy and Dave Winter, Owners
blocklakecabins

*** We have a house and 5 other cabins available for rent on this property. If interested you have the ability to sleep up to 36 very comfortably and up to 45 with tighter quarters by using all 5 units.
Please search for the other cabins: Cabin 1 VRBO #3634811
Cabin 5 VRBO #3031507. House vrbo # 514342.
Cabin 2 VRBO #4086207
Cabin 3 VRBO #4086213
Cabin 4 VRBO #4086214
Contact me to discuss renting all 4 Cabins through VRBO or by searching for our website or FB page.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This is a family friendly and encouraged property.
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
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
- Strip beds of linens only and leave on floor; leave mattress protector on.
- Launder any towels used, dry, fold and return to bathrooms.
Debris from kitchen counters, fridge and stove wiped up. Leave house in the good condition that you found it. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please leave the house in the manner in which you found it. There are guidelines on clean up on the refrigerator.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number Class 1C Ma and Pa Resort
Property # 514342vb
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
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

Parkers Prairie

Located in Parkers Prairie, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Inspiration Peak State Wayside and Miltona Wildlife Management Area. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Parkers Prairie, MN

What's nearby

  • Block Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Miltona - 20 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 29 min drive - 37.6 km
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 30 min drive - 41.2 km
  • Otter Tail Lake - 37 min drive - 48.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Old Mill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ten Hi - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Shiloh Wagon Works - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is House near Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria MN Grape Stomp Weekend Special pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at House near Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria MN Grape Stomp Weekend Special ?

As of 28 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at House near Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria MN Grape Stomp Weekend Special on 31 December 2026 start from NZ$3,097, 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 House near Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria MN Grape Stomp Weekend Special ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at House near Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria MN Grape Stomp Weekend Special ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House near Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria MN Grape Stomp Weekend Special ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is House near Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria MN Grape Stomp Weekend Special located?

This family-friendly Parkers Prairie holiday home is located on a lake, steps from Block Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Toms Lake and Sampson Lake. Spitzer Lake and Inspiration Peak State Wayside are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was better then we expected. Perfect for our family for a long weekend. A nice get-away place to relax, have fun and enjoy your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a peaceful and serene place to stay! Our group loved it. So many good things to say about it our time there, but I'll just keep it to that I know your group will find it enjoyable as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
Thank you for your kind review. It is indeed a ‘little piece of heaven on earth’! Thank you for taking good care of it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful lake house, we were on a work trip so didn't get to enjoy the view as much as we would have liked. Perfect for making breakfast for the group of people. They were a wonderful host and met us upon arrival. Would stay here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything it was great and we’re very happy with everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lakeside comfort

A stay at Winter Haven is a guaranteed wonderful time. The quiet location assures a restful experience. The view from the front door to the lake is gorgeous. The house lacks nothing. The kitchen has everything anyone needs to prepare meals. It is large enough to accommodate several cooks. The bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. There are plenty of sleeping possibilities with pull out beds, bunk beds, convertible beds, queen size beds, and pack'n play beds. The resort is set up to be quiet for all guests. There is a playground for children that includes a swingset with slide and it is in the shade! There is playground equipment for bigger kids too, including disc golf and bean bag toss. Of course there is the lake and all that a Minnesota lake has to offer. The resort has kayaks and paddle boats for the guests to use.The resort has a sandbox area and fire pit area at the shore. Its obvious that the Winters are a family loving family. The Winters have thought of everything a family would want to have to make their vacation great. I recommend this vacation resort for any family that wants a comfortable home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful and Secluded

There were 14 of us, 8 adults and 6 children, and we had plenty of space in this home, it was a great house, with spacious back yard. The lake was was quiet, we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time is the best time

From babies, teenagers to adults there was plenty for everyone... Sand & toys for the littles, tons of water toys and outside games for the teens & adults. Lots of space & bathrooms for all 12 of us and the extra fridge was a huge bonus. There wasnt ever a time that we needed something that was not in our cabin. The property owners were just a text, call or walk away
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Better than Expected

Would highly recommend this great property to anyone and I hope to plan a trip back there next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thanks for the kind words. We love sharing our blessings. Would love to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location for our family vacation.

Peggy and Dave are great hosts-welcoming and intent on our family enjoying the accommodations. The house, deck, lawn, sandbox, dock, and paddle boat provide everyone with many enjoyable moments and memories. We watched the loons, pelicans, eagles and glorious sunsets. Perfect setting for a private family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great Place!

Our family had 3 cabins and the house. We were able to all be together. Very peaceful. It was perfect. Thank you Mathew and Dave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing location

Perfect for our family. We rented small cabins and house. Everything we could need is provided so we feel right at home. Peggy and Dave are wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Nice spacious home!

We thoroughly enjoyed our time here! Peggy was very welcoming and provided guidance on everything we needed. There was enough room for all 15 of us! We enjoyed access to the canoe, kayaks, paddle boat and floating dock. Having our own private dock was great for us to tie up our fishing boat and ski boat. We spent a lot of time outside playing games in the yard. There was never a dull moment for any of us. We ranged from ages 7 to 73. The only reason why I am giving it a four star rating is because of the sunroom being a bit uncomfortable for my brother and his wife to sleep in. The owners provided fans which was nice but still a bit warm. The only reason why I am giving it a four star rating is because of the sunroom being a bit uncomfortable for my brother and his wife to sleep in. The owners provided fans which was nice but still a bit warm. Over all we were very satisfied and would love to return in two summers.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

peaceful place to be

A little piece of heaven on earth!! Everything was wonderful except the mosquitos at night but then we just moved indoors. So quite (except us), wonderful lake for fishing and swimming, plenty of space for everyone to be together or alone. Dave and Peggy are wonderful they were their to answer questions but NEVER coming over to check on us. Only problem is we have to wait A WHOLE YEAR for our next time at Winterhaven Resort!!! Johnson/Miller clan
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Family Reunion Week

Our family gathered at this location from 10 different states and 1 foreign country to celebrate our MN roots. We not only rented this lovely home but also 2 cabins that are also located on the property. It was perfect for the total of 18 adults and 6 children that came!! The privacy and quietness of this rental was just what we were looking for. The house is lovely and the grounds and lake offered a variety of activities for all ages, i.e. kayaks, paddleboat, canoe, lawn and indoor games, and camp fires. The lower level of the house provided a great family gathering place each evening. The owner is a lovely hostess and wonderful to work with. The birdwatching professional in our group saw over 60 species. It is a typical MN lake with rocks and days with more green in the lake than others but a movable swimming dock gave better options for swimming and lake activities. Everyone said they would definitely return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable and accommodating

We hauled up 13 people ranging in age from 5 months to 65 years and there was plenty of sleeping space, dining room and shower/bathrooms for everybody. You can't find nicer hosts (even a pontoon boat ride) and the dock fishing was suburb. It kept 8 kids and a few adults not only occupied, but enthused, the whole week we were there. Crappies, small mouth bass, large mouth bass, and sunfish all right from the dock. The house seemed much more like a home than a cabin..but a home that features loons calling at night, pelicans sailing overhead and eagles gliding over the lake. Everybody was impressed on well the place was kept up. The only sad part was we had to leave to come home. The kids would have stayed forever. We were 10 minutes from town for supplies and and a half hour to Alexandria if you ever needed to have a wider variety of eating spots. We went out only twice in a week because it was just easier to cook at the house. We'd like to restate how friendly the hosts are. They live right across the yard and you won't find friendlier people. As the owner stated, if you want wi-fi and hayrides, this isn't the place. If you want a fun family place with kids fishing, a small playground, lots of wildlife, two TVs with DVD players and a chance to really unplug, this is the spot for you.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

This was a PERFECT place for our family vacation. Something for everyone.

We are planning to repeat. Everyone in our group enjoyed the yard space, the lake, the sandbox. There was something for everyone in our group--toddlers, teenagers and adults. We liked that the lake was almost private--young ones got to try their hand at skiing without fear of other boats coming around the corner and creating extra wakes. Fun, fun, fun. Looking forward to next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely

wonderful, peaceful, atmosphere. great owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay! Especially if you have a large group of people. Lots of space!

We totally enjoyed our stay here! The house provided lots of space for our family. We were about 20 all together, but some were coming and going during the week so it worked out great! We felt we had our own private beach area and also the lake. The lake is a fairly small lake and did not have a lot of traffic on it. We had brought 3 jet skis and a boat. For the most part, we didn't have to worry about other people on the lake. Our family had an awesome time running the jet skis all over the lake. The house was well provided with dishes, 2 refrigerators, dishwasher, indoor games and lawn chairs. You will need to get your own ice as the fridges do not make ice. I would stay here again in a heartbeat! Thank you to the Winter's!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing and private

We loved our stay at this cabin. The owners were very accommodating and friendly. The place was private and it often felt like we were the only family on the lake. The cabin was very clean and well kept. There was plenty of room indoors and outdoors for our large group. I would definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Nice place out of the way, but communication can be better.

The place lives up to it's billing. The owners are friendly and hospitable. Clean, comfortable, furnished well; but no WiFi which is not a big deal. It is near a couple of small towns that provide services we were looking for, other than going in to Alexandria 30 minutes away for more full services. Canoe, paddle boat, and kayak were provided. Bonfire at night was awesome. Loons on the lake were entertaining. A bald eagle provided morning entertainment. We rented a pontoon boat for a few days and it was convenient. The only advice we feel is needed is a checklist by the owners to follow and make sure it is in the condition they expect it to be upon leaving. Even a walk through with them if they are available at the most, but a checklist would go a long way to avoiding miscommunication . We were given notes on how to specifically make the ceiling fan work as it had it's own problem. There was likely a misunderstanding and lack of communication on how clean the place should be left; and that the cleaning supplies there could be used by us. The damage deposit apparently is tied in to cleaning the place for the next guests. Aside from that it was the only wrinkle and we are very likely to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

25yrstogether

We had a great time being together at the cabin. It was very comfortable and the owners were very nice and accommodating. The location was close to the event we were attending and very peaceful. Thank you for the great weekend. We hope to rent it again in the future.
Archival

8/10 Good

Quiet get away

We loved our get together. Peggy was a great host, showing us around. We were the very first to rent this property. The lake view was terrific. The loons sang to us every evening. I would recommend this property for family reunions, girls get away and guys fishing trip.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026

About the host

Hosted by Peggy Winter

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We are a married couple of 53 years, retired from the Pastoral and Teaching ministries, with a large family (6 children, their spouses, and 20 grandchildren) who all enjoy the fishing and lake activities our little resort provides. They are able to come from 5 different cities in 3 different states for one week each summer, and the rest of the summer weeks are available for rental through VRBO or personal contact. We feel extremely blessed to have this peaceful ‘haven’ and love sharing it with other families.

Why they chose this property

We chose this property for its serene setting. With a large hill on one side of the lake it seems that you are in your own little world. The lake is sparsely populated with few boats on it, so there is plenty of room for fishing, swimming and other water ‘sports.’

What makes this property unique

-Quiet
-Wonderful Shade
-Stocked Lake w/onsite cleaning house
-Beautiful Sunsets
-Swimming Beach
-Dock and Boat lift
-Private fire pit

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