Bask in lakefront bliss from this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath vacation rental on Lake Mary’s private shoreline! Spend days lounging on the beach, swimming off the dock, or watching your favorite movie on the Smart TV. Treat the family with a trip to Casey’s Amusement Park or enjoy a local meal in Downtown Alexandria, all just 11 miles away. Return home for a late-night barbecue and drinks around the fire pit. During the winter, enjoy hundreds of miles of snowmobile trails and ice fishing on Lake Mary!
-- THE PROPERTY --
1974 | Direct Lake Access | On-Site Dock | 1,550 Sq Ft
Enjoy water sports and lakefront cookouts in the summer months and premier ice fishing and miles of groomed snowmobile trails all winter long when you stay at this well-equipped four-season family cottage.
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Living Room: Full Sleeper Sofa, 2 Queen Sleeper Sofas
OUTDOOR LIVING: Beautifully landscaped yard, private sandy beach, boat dock (available Memorial Day-Labor Day), fire pit, spacious patio, 6-seat dining table w/ sun umbrella, outdoor seating KITCHEN: Well-equipped, dining table for 4, 2-seat hightop island, Keurig coffeemaker, Crockpot, filtered water jug, direct patio access, lake views INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen Smart TV, reading/sitting room, wall of lakeview windows, basement laundry room w/ washer & dryer GENERAL: Free WiFi, air conditioning, keyless entry, basic toiletries, linens & towels, trash bags & paper towels, ceiling fans PARKING: Gravel driveway (4 vehicles), free street parking
-- THE LOCATION --
LAKE MARY (on-site): Boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing DOWNTOWN ALEXANDRIA (11.0 miles): Runestone Museum Foundation (11.0 miles), Legacy of the Lakes Museum (10.8 miles), Big Ole - Big Viking Statue (11.0 miles), Alexandria City Park (12.3 miles) FAMILY FRIENDLY: Casey’s Amusement Park (12.9 miles), Hemker Park & Zoo (46.1 miles) OUTDOOR RECREATION: Lake Carlos State Park (21.2 miles), Sibley State Park (48.3 miles) AIRPORTS: St. Cloud Regional Airport (82.4 miles), Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport (146 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- This property's permit number is 1974. The permit is valid until 12/31/2020 - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property's jet ski and pontoon boat are NOT available to rent - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features exterior security cameras, located at both entrances and garage entrances, all facing outward. They do not look into interior spaces - NOTE: The boat dock is available seasonally, from Memorial Day to Labor Day
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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 first aid kit
About the area
Alexandria
Located in Alexandria, this cottage is on the beach. Douglas County Historical Society and Runestone Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Casey’s Amusement Park. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 23 min drive - 28.0 km
Carlos Creek Winery - 26 min drive - 32.6 km
Getting around
Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 133 min drive
Restaurants
Pilot Travel Centers - 14 min drive
McDonald's - 14 min drive
Culver's - 14 min drive
Taco Bell - 14 min drive
Starbucks - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Lake Mary Cottage w/ Private Beach & Boat Dock pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Lake Mary Cottage w/ Private Beach & Boat Dock?
As of 17 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Mary Cottage w/ Private Beach & Boat Dock on 7 September 2026 start from NZ$305, 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 Lake Mary Cottage w/ Private Beach & Boat Dock?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lake Mary Cottage w/ Private Beach & Boat Dock?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lake Mary Cottage w/ Private Beach & Boat Dock?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lake Mary Cottage w/ Private Beach & Boat Dock located?
Situated on the beach, this cottage is steps from Lake Mary and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Pocket Lake. Lake Andrew and Noah's Park 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.
Wonderful memories made with family! Perfect location!
Kayla H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bobbie
23 August 2024
Great get away!
Great cabin/cottage. Clean and comfortable and had everything we needed to relax and fish. The host was great and very responsive. We would definitely stay there again.
Great little lake cottage!! It was the perfect size for 3 adult couples. We loved the layout of the place. Beautiful view too! We'd definitely book this place again.
This is a beautiful property on a gorgeous lake. We fished, relaxed, and had a great family get-together. I highly recommend this that you tey this beautiful rental. Thanks for the wonderful stay.
Dennis W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 November 2024
From the owner: "Thank you for staying at our family cabin! We would love to have you back!"
It was very inviting. Tastefully decorated and well stocked in the kitchen and bathrooms.
We enjoyed our time and would like to stay again. We thought maybe next time during the summer months so we can enjoy the outdoors more when warm.
Such a beautiful place!! Lake is just steps away from the door which is amazing! They have everything you can possibly need available in their cabin!! Wish we could have stayed longer but will DEFINITELY be back soon!! Highly recommend for a fun cozy vacation!!
This place was very clean, nicely decorated, and well appointed. Communication with Rocky was great. He was very accommodating when Mother Nature gave us some challenging weather. Great views of the lake.
Sharon B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Keri
6 July 2023
Beautiful Cottage!
This place eas perfect for 3 couples. Plenty of space, yet privacy for all. We loved the layout of the kitchen, dining and deck space. The upstairs TV room was a great space to chill in the evening. Gorgeous views of the lake from the deck and the upstairs! We would definitely recommend this cottage and hope to stay again!
Keri
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ashley
6 July 2023
Beautiful
Such a beautiful place!! Has everything you can think of available if you forgot something! Even though the weather was not on my side I still had a great stay! Highly recommend!
We were absolutely delighted with our stay at the Lake Mary Cottage. The cottage is beautifully decorated and provided us with a relaxing and restful week of beauty, water, the changing color of fall leaves, and even the Northern Lights. Rocky was fantastic to work with and took care of everything. The evening campfires and gorgeous views, both inside and out, were amazing!
We enjoyed the location and views very much.
The layout with the kitchen and dining in the basement was not the best. I’m sure it would be great for younger families. The relaxing area inside was a little cramped for multiple people to watch a movie on those rainy days.
The fishing was great, the views spectacular and we did enjoy our stay.
Our family of 6 enjoyed our end-of-summer 4-night vacation in this beautiful lake home. We found the property to be very well-kept and tastefully decorated. The beds and linens were comfortable and the views of the lake were breathtaking to take-in the sunrise and sunset. The homeowners ensured that all of the 'home' touches were available, including towels, kitchen essentials and a stocked Keurig (a morning must for Mom!) - not to be forgotten, was the large flat-screen TV with Roku access (a must for Dad!). The beach front access allowed hours of fun for our children and the dock was perfect for our pontoon. Overall, this was a wonderful vacation home and we look forward to booking again for our next family get-away!
Adina C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tammy
27 June 2024
4.6
Beautiful clean home. The beach was well groomed. Made memories with the family and the grandbabies. The only thing were the steps to go to the kitchen. I have bad knees and was worried that the grandbabies would fall down them. Otherwise the owner kept us updated and the cabin was stocked. Thank you for the memories. Tammy
This property is exactly as shown in pictures. Quite cozy and nicely decorated. A beautiful view of the lake from the upper TV room or back deck. Communication with the property owner was perfect. I think we will be back to this little treasure.
An amazing place to fill your soul with joy and great memories. Pretty home, and nice sandy beach and clear shallow water. Great for kids of all ages. Beds were comfortable and large dining table fit us all. Rocky was awesome to work with and very prompt in responding to anything we needed. Well stocked home and kitchen. Gorgeous window views! Close to town was nice for short errands.
This property was amazing. If I could rate it a 10/5 I would. Driving in I was not expecting much but wow I was taken aback. Definitely a hidden gem for sure. The views are stunning inside and out. The décor was nice clean and modern but cozy at the same time. There’s 3 beds but all the couches ARE PULL OUT COUCHES so that’s enough for 6 people to sleep without sharing beds! 2 of the pull out couches were in the sun room. The most stunning room because once you wake up all you see is the lake and it feels like you’re in a beach house and when the sun sets you can see every color of the sky. You need or want something in this cabin?? They got it. Like??? A paddle boat? Hello? The girls and I spent most of the time outside because how can you not? The lake is literally the backyard. Perfect place to tan, grill, paddle board and enjoy a cocktail by the fire while the sun sets.
And the neighbors were so sweet for offering us fire wood! The only downside is that there was a lot of bugs that flew into the house or on the patio but that’s normal when you’re not in the city like that. Would I book this place again? Yes. We really started the summer off right with booking this place for a girls trip! It was amazing and we really loved the stay!
This was a very neat and clean property. Very sufficient amenities for kitchen and bathrooms, and bedrooms were very spacious. Only constructive criticism was the access from the driveway to the house during our winter stay. During our stay, there was only a narrow path right along the west side of the garage, which was extremely icy, and became tricky in carrying coolers and other bigger items to the house. We do understand this can be challenging with ever-changing weather conditions in Minnesota. Thanks very much.