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Wayzata, Lake Minnetonka

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Interior
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Wayzata, MN
  • Place, Dakota Rail Regional Trail
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Depot Docks
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ridgedale Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom 4

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Wayzata, Lake Minnetonka

5 Bedroom, 3 1/2 Bath, Fully Furnished house with internet and cable, located on Grays Bay. 2 mins from downtown Wayzata. Nice open floor plan recently remodeled. Enjoy the beauty and relaxed atmosphere of lake living but also be in a location that is 12 to 15 mins from downtown Minneapolis as well as the airport because of close proximity to highways 394 and 494. Flat back yard less than 100 ft walk to the dock. Great Fishing, paddle boarding, kayaking, perfect for weekends on Grays Bays where there is no wake enforcement on the bay! Great for families with kids who like to swim: sand bar in the middle of the bay and lifeguard attended beach 2 mins away.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
Pets are negotiable, $50/day pet rent
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No birthday parties, batchelor parties etc. Please respect the neighbors no loud music

Important information

You need to know

Property # 608658vb
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
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

Minnetonka

Located in Minnetonka, this holiday home is on the beach. Paisley Park and Orpheum Theatre are cultural highlights and Valleyfair Amusement Park is a popular area attraction. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Target Field or U.S. Bank Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Wayzata, MN

What's nearby

  • Dakota Rail Regional Trail - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Depot Docks - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Ridgedale Center - 5 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Plymouth Playhouse - 7 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park - 8 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • City West Station - 11 min drive
  • St. Paul - Minneapolis Station - 25 min drive
  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Punch Neapolitan Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cargill Office Center - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lunds & Byerlys Wayzata - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪6Smith - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wayzata, Lake Minnetonka pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wayzata, Lake Minnetonka?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wayzata, Lake Minnetonka?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wayzata, Lake Minnetonka?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wayzata, Lake Minnetonka located?

Nestled on the beach, this Minnetonka holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Depot Docks and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Dakota Rail Regional Trail. Lotus Lake and Ridgedale Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

aaron r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay and really enjoyed the property. Communication with the host was excellent, and everything was easy from start to finish. The location was perfect and the boat slip made our stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raymond R.

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

Family Stay

Great location for our family vacation....2 grandparents, 3 couples and their 2 toddlers. Excellent location. Plenty of room for all of us and a very good layout.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2023
Great to hear you and the family had fun and made some memories. All the best
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Irma C.

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

Perfect for Family Reunions

Wonderful home, quiet neighborhood, comfortable beds, beautiful lake
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thank you Irma, all the best! Dru
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Family get together

Great location. The house was comfortable and kitchen was stocked well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2024
Thanks for staying with us Kim, all the best, come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tricia C.

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

Great lakehouse stay

Location and space in the home were perfect for our groups stay. The home was very well stocked and the owner was super communicative on any questions we had. The home itself could use a few updates but nothing that would deter us from staying again. The dock was perfect for renting a boat and we enjoyed having kayaks available to use!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

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

Great Lake House

Loved the location right on the Bay and the hosts provided everything, including extra paper towels and coffee :) The host was very easy to get ahold of and the check-in was a breeze. Location cannot be beat, so close to everything....restaurants, shopping, etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2020
Thanks Lori, great to hear you and the family had fun and hopefully made some lifelong memories. All the best, Dru and Melanie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great getaway

This home is in a fantastic location! We loved access to the boat, kayaks, fishing, proximity to parks and paddleboard. There was so much to do and not enough time!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2020
Great to hear you and the family had a fun time, see you next summer, thanks again for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aimee M.

Great lake property!

We had a great stay at Dru & Melanie's home on Lake Minnetonka and they were wonderful hosts. The configuration of the bedrooms and main level with a large gathering area and open kitchen was perfect for us. The fenced-in yard, deck and access to the private dock is ideal. The location was great and we will look forward to renting again.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Great to hear you guys had fun and enjoyed the lake and property! Hope you come back soon! All the best, Melanie
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas G.

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

Minnetonka house

Boat from Tonka Boat rentals was key Home was clean , bit dated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bev N.

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

4th of July on Grays Bay

We had a wonderful 4th of July visit. Staying on Grays Bay was such a treat. The dock worked easily for my cousin to bring over his boat and take us out. Fun to have the kayaks and a paddle board. Kitchen worked well for our large family bbq on the 4th.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2022
Thanks for staying with us, great to hear you and the family enjoyed the house, made some memories and got good use of the kayaks and paddle board out on the lake. All the best in the future, Dru and Melanie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

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

Second Stay and Even Better

4th of July on Lake Minnetonka is a must once in your life! And this property is right in the heart of all the fun, but you get to enjoy from a quiet and calm bay. Dru provides all the fun toys you need for the lake. We even loved that there was coffee, plenty of paper goods and well stocked towels for the lake. This was our second stay here and would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2021
Thanks so much for the nice review Lori, we loved hearing you and your family enjoyed the lake and property!
Archival

8/10 Good

David S.

Great location!

Upscale area with amazing views of the lake and surrounding mansions. Responsive owner . Gyms and grocerery store right around the corner. Amazing fishing right off the dock. Nice neighbors.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2020
Glad you guys had a good time, hope to see you in the future! All the best
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Perfect waterfront Lake Minnetonka rental

Updated, very well equipped home in quiet Grays Bay near everything in Wayzata. 25 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and the airport. The paddle board and kayak were awesome to have available. Great neighbors and walking in the neighborhood as well. Very responsive owner with easy check-in and check-out. Hope to return next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thanks so much for the great review, we are happy you enjoyed our home. Hope to see you next summer, all the best. Dru and Melanie
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael W.

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

Lake Mavens

My siblings and I grew up on Lake Michigan so we know our way around a lake. Lake Minnetonka is an amazing body of water with bays and rivers and bayous. Less than 30 minutes from downtown Minneapolis, Dru and Melanie’s house is on Gray’s Bay, at the east end of the lake and conveniently located near a bike path, boat launch, and the town of Wayzata (2 miles). The lake is the best feature of the house, and you can enjoy the water from the deck, dock, by boat, or the paddle board and 2 kayaks on the property. The hosts are very responsive and they made check in very easy. The house is functional with ice and plenty of cleaning supplies on hand. There are five bedrooms with 2 king beds and 3 queen beds, plus a bonus room that can serve as an office, playroom, or spare bedroom if you have an air mattress. Overall, this is a great place to explore Lake Minnetonka.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2024
Thanks Michael, glad you and your family enjoyed the lake and house, all the best
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had lots of fun on the lake! It was nice to have life jackets, kayaks, fishing poles and beach towels already there, especially since we were flying in from out of state. We enjoyed being up on the deck and being able to easily keep an eye on the kids playing down at the dock. It was a very enjoyable stay, we'd recommend it for families!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

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

Family Fun

My sons and their families came for the week. 6 adults and 5 kids. We wanted lake, sand and lots of room. We rented a boat one day, used the paddle board and kayaks. Fished had friends with jet skis stop by. We also hosted a larger group of our family Friday eve. It was the perfect place for everyone. Dru had life jackets, kayaks, a paddle board, fishing gear and the docks were great for the kids to feed some fish. The house is very well stocked. The beds are really comfy, lots of puzzles and board games and a fabulous toy room. We celebrated my grandson’s 4th birthday the whole week, he was awed. Would highly recommend this home…great memories were made Sue and Ron
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Audrey F.

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

Very nice lake home for summer activities

Very nice lake home for summer activities include a dock and a beautiful view with adequate amenities. We were provided the paddle board and kayaks as well as very a nice home with multiple bedrooms and easy dining and kitchen experience. Communications were excellent with the homeowner and I appreciate that most of all. The only thing I would suggest is there would be a few more dishes (i.e. mugs for coffee and bowls for cooking etc.) and we were short on hangers for the guest room. So, I had to bring these items from home. If people didn’t live close by it might be difficult because then they might need to purchase these items. Other than that it was awonderful vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

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

Great location

The location of the property was fantastic. Everything we went to was at most 20 minutes away, including Prince's studio! Our family of 10 fit well in the house. We had a blast!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2020
Thanks Lori, glad to hear you and the family had a great time. Hope you guys have a chance to come back in the future. All the best, Dru
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren P.

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

Great family house!

Loved swimming off the dock, beautiful lake views, wonderful open concept first floor to enjoy family meals, games, and cocktail hour! Would stay again tomorrow if we had more pto!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg N.

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

Week on the lake

The house is nice and roomy. It was perfect for our group of 10. The location is amazing!!! Incredible views from the master bedroom, living room and both upper and lower decks. Lots of fun toys To enjoy the lake - Kayaks, paddle board and fishing poles. We caught lots of pan fish and 3 pike fishing off the backyard dock! The place is magical! P.S. The property owner was very helpful and always quick to reply through the booking process.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

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

Great stay

Went here with my family. We had a great time and enjoyed lake minnetonka. The house was great and right on the water. Lots of good boating too. Great communication as well. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thanks Aaron, great to here you enjoyed the property and lake, hope you guys can make it back next year. All the best
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Betsy M.

Fun spot for the whole family!!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property, as it had easy access and lovely views of the lake! The fenced in yard was a big plus and we liked being in such close proximity to Wayzata. The owners were also very helpful and accommodating! This a fun spot and very family friendly!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thanks for staying with us, great to hear you had a fun time and made some memories. Hope to see you in the future, all the best!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

Summer vacation!

We stayed two weeks at this property and it was amazing. The location was ideal with close proximity to both Wayzata and Excelsior. The kitchen/family room area was perfect for hanging out and the view of the lake was lovely. We were able to keep our boat right at the dock which made going out on Lake Minnetonka easy and fun. There were fishing poles, a kayak and a stand up paddle board ready to use. The fishing off the dock was a highlight for the kids. The neighbours also were very pleasant. It was truly a perfect way to spend our summer vacation in Minneapolis! Thank you!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Great to have you guys enjoy the property and lake, wish the boys good luck with their hockey seasons. Hope to see you next summer 😊
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

Love the area

We all really enjoyed our Lake Minnetonka vacation. Beautiful lake house, and as a parent we loved the fenced in flat yard allowing or preventing the kids to swim/fish off the dock. We are now looking to purchase on Grays Bay!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thanks Teresa, glad you enjoyed the lake and property, hope to have you guys back soon.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location, great lake holiday

We rented for 30 days, home was first class and loved the location on lake Minnetonka. Will rent again for sure. Thanks

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