Situated on the lake, this 5-bedroom vacation home accommodates 12 guests and features 3 bathrooms. Enjoy activities like kayaking and motorboating nearby. The outdoor patio offers great views of the water, and the property welcomes pets. Attractions include Garfield Wildlife Management Area and Garfield City Hall.
Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Ping pong on-site
A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Patio
Barbecue
Garage parking available
Refrigerator
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Alexandria, MN
Lake Ida
Place, Lake Ida
1 min walk
Carlos Creek Winery
Place, Carlos Creek Winery
8 min drive
Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
Place, Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
10 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Additional Sleeping (Office)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
About this property
Lake Ida Home: Fireplace & Cross-Country Skis
When Alexandria's lake country turns gold, this Lake Ida retreat settles into its coziest season. Follow the Central Lakes Trail for fall color, then sip local pours at Carlos Creek Winery or Burr Vineyards before warming up by the gas fireplace. Once snow arrives, grab the on-site cross-country skis and snowshoes, or gather around the wood-burning fire pit under a clear Minnesota sky. Book your stay and settle into cozy nights by the fire.
-- THE PROPERTY --
STR License: 2117
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 king bed - Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 5: 2 twin beds - Office: 1 queen sleeper sofa - Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib, 1 twin rollaway bed
OUTDOOR LIVING - Private dock (May-September), on-site lake & fishing access - Kayaks, canoe, paddleboat, life jackets - Covered deck w/ outdoor dining area, gas grill - Large unfenced backyard, wood-burning fire pit w/ seating - Cornhole, bocce ball, hammocks - Cross-country skis, snowshoes
INDOOR LIVING - Multiple gathering spaces, Smart TVs w/ Roku - Gas fireplace, office workspace - Board games, ping-pong table, large dining table - High chair, booster seat
- 8 miles to Terry Ferguson Memorial Trail - 9 miles to Brophy Wayside Park - 7-14 miles to golfing: Alexandria Golf Club, Atikwa Golf Club, Hardwood Hills Golf Course, Lake Miltona Golf Club, Lake Miltona Golf Club - 6-14 miles to wineries: Carlos Creek Winery, Burr Vineyards, L’Etoile du Nord Vineyard - 92 miles to St. Cloud Regional Airport & 110 miles to Hector International Airport
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-- POLICIES --
- Pet friendly w/ $150 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 pets) - No smoking - Pet friendly with a $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Requests exceeding occupancy on a temporary basis (family dinners, etc) should be directed towards the guest contact for case-by-case review - Maximum number of 12 overnight guests and a maximum of 24 (with approval) on the property at any given time - Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: - This 2-story home requires 1 step to enter and features bedrooms and bathrooms on the main level - Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located on the front right corner of the home facing the street, camera 2 is located on the left corner of the garage facing the driveway, camera 3 is located on the middle of the back wall facing the dock area, and camera 4 is in the garage facing the driveway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras actively record video and audio when motion is detected - The private dock is available from May to September
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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 holiday home is on the waterfront. Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Runestone Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Big Splash Indoor Waterpark and Casey’s Amusement Park. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 10 min drive - 15.7 km
Lake Latoka - 14 min drive - 18.9 km
Lake Mary - 18 min drive - 25.2 km
Getting around
Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 142 min drive
Restaurants
Zorbaz - 14 min drive
22 Northmen Brewing Company - 17 min drive
Lure Lakebar - 14 min drive
Leaf Valley Mercantile - 7 min drive
Firestation Bar&Grill - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Lake Ida Home: Fireplace & Cross-Country Skis pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Lake Ida Home: Fireplace & Cross-Country Skis?
As of 29 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Ida Home: Fireplace & Cross-Country Skis on 27 October 2026 start from NZ$2,294, 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 Ida Home: Fireplace & Cross-Country Skis?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lake Ida Home: Fireplace & Cross-Country Skis?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lake Ida Home: Fireplace & Cross-Country Skis?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lake Ida Home: Fireplace & Cross-Country Skis located?
This family-friendly Alexandria holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Ida and within 6 mi (10 km) of Garfield Wildlife Management Area and Garfield Park. Garfield City Hall and Carlos Creek Winery 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.
We had such a great stay at this beautiful property. It was even better than expected. It was clean, the beds were comfortable, very well appointed with everything we could need. The host was very communicative and reached out ahead of time with lots of great information.We would definitely stay here again!
Beautiful lake spot with a clean and new home. Communication and willingness to help when needed from the owners was great. Thanks again for a great place to stay for our family.
Relaxing, tidy, and thoughtful touches made us feel at home while we visited with family. We were able to play games, watch Christmas movies, and listen to Christmas music while we baked holiday cookies.
We enjoyed this beautiful home for our family birthday get away weekend! Plenty of space, loved all the bedrooms as we had multiple families coming, and the kitchen, dining and living room area was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
LuAnn
20 June 2024
Beautiful Home - Relaxing and comfortable.... room for everyone.... Will book again!
We absolutely loved our stay , When we arrived and as we walked around my adult children were very pleased with this gorgeous home. We felt so blessed for the time together and then to have such a beautiful , clean, welcoming home it added to the enhancement of the weekend!
The house was amazing. The house had plenty of space for everyone to hang out together and also have space to do their own thing. The owners were very responsive and helpful. I definitely recommend this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
G&J
25 April 2024
What a peaceful spot!
Stunning location, beautiful home, peaceful views and a great getaway! Was a great stay for a couples getaway but would have been an easy home to share with multiple families too. Stocked with everything you need. The hosts have set this up so well!
Celebrating our beautiful mother of the young age of 93!! This place knocked it out the park.. the hosts were amazing, the house was stocked with ALL your basics needs… they thought of everything… down to zip lock bags for left overs!! We had 11 people stay there over night very comfortably..and there was room for more if needed. Best place we ever stayed at!! Thank you the this opportunity for our family to make beautiful memories!!
Exceptional newer home in a quiet, scenic setting with lots of birds and wildlife. The home was laid out well well to either accomodate if you wanted to be together or have private time. I appreciated the written directions in the house that explained how things worked. I would heartily recommend this place and I would definately go back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2025
From the owner: "It was a pleasure hosting Catherine’s group. They were easy-going and left our home in great condition upon departure. Thank you for the review!"
The location is beautiful! The house is big and its a great amenity to be able to park in the garage. The house is supplied with everything you need for the kitchen and there is a good selection of games. There were only 4 of us but the place could easily handle a family vacation of 10-12.
The best VRBO I have rented. Everything we needed for a relaxing weekend was there. the home is beautiful and spacious with updated and comfortable decor. All information from the host was accurate and readily available. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Catherine
4 June 2025
Fabulous, serene modern lakeside home
Had a wonderful stay at this extremely quiet and serene modern lake home. The home was laid out well so that you could gather together or have quiet time alone. The kitchen was well furnished with any appliance or utensil you would need. I appreciated how well things were labeled and the written instructions for the tv. Saw lots of birds and other wildlife. I would heartily recommend this place and I would certainly come back.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
L and T
14 November 2023
A most marvelous experience!
We truly enjoyed our stay in this lakeside home.It was a great getaway for those of all ages.This lovely home was very clean, well maintained, and had everything we could have desired for comfort, relaxation and having fun filled days!The host was easily accessible if we had any questions and sent a text after we arrived to make sure everything was in order and looking good for our stay. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christine
19 September 2024
Birch Cove Review
We had a wonderful time and look forward to coming back. The house was very clean and it was staged perfectly. It looked as though no one lived in yet it had all the amenities needed. They provided white fluffy towels for showering and nice bedding in all areas. The Lake was great also. Lots of fish, but more importantly, a great sand bar to settle in and let the kids play. The owner was very welcoming and kind. We would definitely come back. We got our moneys worth!
We rented this property for our friends Xmas getaway we do every year with 4 couples. I have rented many VRBO properties but none have been as perfect as this property. The kitchen was stocked with every pan and utensil you would need but also had foil, plastic wrap, baggies and most spices. The beds were all very soft and comfortable, each TV came with instructions of how to use and the lower level had a large seating area and TV to watch football. The communication prior to and after the stay was great, I would easily rent from them again.
A summer stay would be amazing on this lake.
I hosted a bachelorette party for my best friend with a total of 10 people. This house had more than enough space for everyone to stay and everyone to gather on both levels and outside! We rented a boat from Toontastic all weekend and really enjoyed ourselves! The house is a quick drive from Carlos creek winery and 20 minutes from Alexandria. In a quiet neighborhood on a dead end road so rarely we heard cars drive by! The bay we were in was quiet also. Will be recommending this house to friends and family!
Our family came together from Iowa and Minnesota for Thanksgiving at Birch Cove. We wanted to do something special and fun as our mom had recently passed. What a beautiful home to stay in; absolutely perfect. We enjoyed going to the downtown Christmas parade, shopping thrift stores, Lake Carlos Winery and finding scenic trails to walk every morning.
From the living room and kitchen windows we spotted a fox getting a drink of water from the lake and an eagle flying overhead. Amazing!
Thanks for giving our family such a beautiful place to create wonderful memories.
The property is lovely and just as described in the listing. The check-in/check-out process was simple and the owners were responsive to questions and requests.
The kitchen was well stocked with all the tools and appliances necessary to cook meals. There were plenty of sheets and towels too. The basement bedrooms got quite chilly so blankets were needed in that level.
Our family enjoyed the laid-back vibe of this unit. We were far enough away from town to feel a bit secluded, yet close enough to town to grab a pizza, pick up some groceries or do a bit of shopping. The kayaks and canoe were greatly appreciated. We didn't have the best of luck with the paddle boat, but maybe we just didn't know how to operate it properly. The fishing off the dock was superb. The grands were entertained there for hours. Thanks so much for dropping off the extra life jackets. With 6 adults in the house, we definitely needed those larger size jackets. Lastly, we spent lots of time on the back porch visiting, playing games, and enjoying the view. It might have been our favorite spots of the home.
The only suggestions I have are minor ones. We could have used another couple of boxes of tissues and extra paper towels during our stay. Perhaps those items were available, but I just didn't locate them. Travelers should know there is no "beach area" for swimming at this property. That was not essential for our trip, but worth noting if your family likes to swim daily.