Cozy lakeside cabin near Alexandria - arcade, boat lift, firepit, pet friendly!
Chalet in Minnesota
12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this chalet rental
Amazing chalet style 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 2,000 sq ft home with 2 living areas and spacious upper and lower decks for gathering. Situated on beautiful Lake Irene with over 100' of hard, sandy shoreline. Dock and boat lift available during summer months.
**We recently added an arcade & game room featuring a juke box, head-to-head Pacman arcade game, Mortal Kombat arcade game, Hook and Ring Toss, plus there is a full bar for the adults in your party! Great gathering space for the whole family!** Outdoor games include cornhole boards and Kan Jam. Kayaks and a stand up paddle board available for an additional fee & waiver!
Home features open floor plan with vaulted tongue & groove pine ceilings, a gas fireplace, 6 panel pine doors, log railings, a loft area with bedroom, a master bedroom, two full bathrooms, a family room with sliding glass door to 10'x24' deck, a finished lower level family room with a beautiful pine bar, electric fireplace and finished bedroom. Additional 2nd floor deck. Furnished with: washer and dryer, bedroom furniture, couches, and futons. Home also features two car extra large garage (28'x26'). Huge yard and great fire pit with wood provided! It is a beautiful smoke-free / pet-friendly home that we think you will love!
Irene's Oasis is a ten minute drive from Alexandria, MN and the chain of lakes (Carlos, Miltona, L'Homme Dieu, Darling, Geneva). It is very easy to get in and out of town, and is within walking distance to the local convenience store. It is also only about 10 minutes from Carlos Creek winery, a great place to have some food and enjoy a wine tasting! Other fun wineries are L’Etoile Du Nord as well as 68 and Vine, both minutes away! Carlos State Park is great to visit in all 4 seasons and features great hiking trails as well as a sandy beach.
We offer a full kitchen for your hosting needs and are happy to answer any questions about what we have stocked. Of course there are options for the coffee lovers (like the owner Leah!) including a coffee pot and single serve Keurig.
Some of the absolute best fishing on this stocked lake is right off our dock. You will often see boats pulling up to try and get in on the action. Some of the best memories are sitting on the dock bench and watching the kiddos reel them in - hope you have the same experience if you visit in the summer!
We hope you have a blast, get a chance to enjoy the lake and views from the deck, and can't wait to return! We do ask that you do a cursory cleaning prior to leaving. (The cleaning fee covers a cleaning crew for 4 hours, time required beyond that will be deducted from the damage deposit $75 per hour required). Also, we have a strict no-smoking policy. If this policy is violated, we will keep the entire damage deposit to pay for the cleaning required to rid the house of the odor.
Pets are negotiable and a $125 pet fee is required. Please let us know when inquiring that you will be bringing a pet. We ask that you pick up any little "treats" left in the yard and address any excess fur in the house before departing.
The minimum primary renter's age must be 25+. We reserve the right to ask for proof of age should we feel it necessary.
Thanks for looking, and if you have any more questions please don't hesitate to ask! -Leah
**We recently added an arcade & game room featuring a juke box, head-to-head Pacman arcade game, Mortal Kombat arcade game, Hook and Ring Toss, plus there is a full bar for the adults in your party! Great gathering space for the whole family!** Outdoor games include cornhole boards and Kan Jam. Kayaks and a stand up paddle board available for an additional fee & waiver!
Home features open floor plan with vaulted tongue & groove pine ceilings, a gas fireplace, 6 panel pine doors, log railings, a loft area with bedroom, a master bedroom, two full bathrooms, a family room with sliding glass door to 10'x24' deck, a finished lower level family room with a beautiful pine bar, electric fireplace and finished bedroom. Additional 2nd floor deck. Furnished with: washer and dryer, bedroom furniture, couches, and futons. Home also features two car extra large garage (28'x26'). Huge yard and great fire pit with wood provided! It is a beautiful smoke-free / pet-friendly home that we think you will love!
Irene's Oasis is a ten minute drive from Alexandria, MN and the chain of lakes (Carlos, Miltona, L'Homme Dieu, Darling, Geneva). It is very easy to get in and out of town, and is within walking distance to the local convenience store. It is also only about 10 minutes from Carlos Creek winery, a great place to have some food and enjoy a wine tasting! Other fun wineries are L’Etoile Du Nord as well as 68 and Vine, both minutes away! Carlos State Park is great to visit in all 4 seasons and features great hiking trails as well as a sandy beach.
We offer a full kitchen for your hosting needs and are happy to answer any questions about what we have stocked. Of course there are options for the coffee lovers (like the owner Leah!) including a coffee pot and single serve Keurig.
Some of the absolute best fishing on this stocked lake is right off our dock. You will often see boats pulling up to try and get in on the action. Some of the best memories are sitting on the dock bench and watching the kiddos reel them in - hope you have the same experience if you visit in the summer!
We hope you have a blast, get a chance to enjoy the lake and views from the deck, and can't wait to return! We do ask that you do a cursory cleaning prior to leaving. (The cleaning fee covers a cleaning crew for 4 hours, time required beyond that will be deducted from the damage deposit $75 per hour required). Also, we have a strict no-smoking policy. If this policy is violated, we will keep the entire damage deposit to pay for the cleaning required to rid the house of the odor.
Pets are negotiable and a $125 pet fee is required. Please let us know when inquiring that you will be bringing a pet. We ask that you pick up any little "treats" left in the yard and address any excess fur in the house before departing.
The minimum primary renter's age must be 25+. We reserve the right to ask for proof of age should we feel it necessary.
Thanks for looking, and if you have any more questions please don't hesitate to ask! -Leah
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Minnesota
$$$$
Reviews
Summary of reviews
Beautiful, clean property with great amenities, perfect for families and groups. Owners are responsive and helpful. Highly recommended!
10.0
We had a great time at this cabin, it was a perfect place for our family to spend some time together for a few days. Our only regret is not being able to stay longer...Highly recommend!
10.0
It was such a cute home and perfect for our Bridal Shower/Bachelorette weekend. It was the relaxing getaway that our girl wanted. Leah was amazing at being available and responding quickly if we needed her. Would definitely stay there again!
10.0
Stayed here for a girls weekend and all of the women raved how cute and cozy the cabin was. Communication with Leah with slick and easy. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others!
10.0
95% excellent, 5% kitchen/ bathroom issues
10.0
Great house in a great location on Lake Irene. They had everything we needed for a great stay including a bunch of different sized life jackets, kayaks, paddle board, coolers, etc.
10.0
Cabin was cozy and inviting. Lake was beautiful and there was plenty to see and do near by. Looking for something chill I would highly recommend this place! Leah was also quick to respond and help make accommodations for the party such as an early check in to decorate before the bride arrived. My only complaint is that we couldn’t say longer!
10.0
Overall it is a great place to stay. There was plenty of space for everyone. We ranged from 5 years old to 66 years old. Lake is a perfect size. Host was great to work with.
10.0
We had a wonderful visit. The cabin was clean. The property owner was easy to contact and quick to respond. The area was quiet. We would definitely recommend this property.
10.0
Great property and location
10.0
We stayed at this property with our family of four for a trap tournament. The property was very nice and clean. Good for families.
10.0
We came to the area for a family reunion. This cabin was truly perfect for our group. Great separation of space for all the adults. The cabin and lake were great. We loved it!
Would definitely come back. Maybe for a fall get away.
Thank you!
10.0
Property was found just as listed. Super quiet, clean and comfortable. We had a blast playing games in the game room and spending time on the lake. Felt like we had it to ourselves. Quick communication before, during, and at checkout. Would go back.
10.0
Super fun weekend with 9 extended family member. Great location, lots to do in the house. Leah (host) was extremely helpful and responsive. Highly recommend
8.0
A nice cabin in a great location. The sleeping accommodations were perfect for my family. I appreciate the owner allowing us to bring our dogs as long as we paid an additional pet fee. I was very disappointed in the level of cleanliness but then I have high expectations in this area especially when I'm paying for a place to stay.
10.0
Girls weekend with was perfect here! So cozy and comfortable with plenty of space! Kitchen had what we needed, everything was well stocked! Host Leah went above and beyond for us to make sure we had all we needed! Great quiet neighborhood, beautiful lake views even on our cold weekend.
10.0
Came to for a few nights during fall break, grateful to find a place open this late into the fall, the views out of the windows/doors of the fall colors on the lake were beautiful! Leah and Keith make the whole process super easy and are super responsive to questions/concerns! Cabin is stocked with most everything we needed. Bonus being able to have our pets there with us!
10.0
A family friendly beautiful home on a serene lake.
10.0
The property was as described. It was clean and well appointed. We had a great weekend! I would highly recommend for anyone looking for a cabin on the lake.
10.0
This was the best place to stay for a fun relaxing girls weekend. Everyone said as they arrive how peaceful and beautiful was it. The view over the lake with the fall colors was just wonderful to take in moments after walking into the house.
10.0
We so enjoyed the atmosphere and love that was felt at this cabin. Decorated beautifully, lovely view of the lake, great fire area as well. Garage was nice to park in and extra fridge to empty coolers. The basement has a beauitful bar and fireplace as well. We all decided we want to go back to celebrate anniversaries here. Thanks for the rental!
10.0
Cute lake home with updated finishes.
Kitchen has everything we needed and the outdoor griddle was perfect for what we were cooking.
Very clean.
10.0
Great property with amazing amenities!
10.0
Cabin was perfect for our group of 8. Amenities made everything smooth and relaxing. We had a wonderful time playing games on the patio, chatting at the bonfire, and chilling by the water on the dock. Was in a great location with Chet’s down the road, and a short drive to Carlos Creek winery. Great, private green space for dogs as well. Would recommend!
10.0
This is a very nice spot for a family or friend getaway at the lake! Plenty of space for our party of 5 people, the lake was very clear and great for swimming, and the view is fabulous!
6.0
Outdoor seating could use maintenance. Someone else’s garbage was already in our garbage cans. It was nice having three levels for people to spread out in.
10.0
Our family enjoyed this well stocked cabin with everything we needed. We loved taking out the kayaks & standup paddle board was fun to learn too. Great fishing off the dock! We enjoyed the quiet area to relax & unwind.
10.0
We had a great time at Keith's property! Crystal clear water, communication was quick and easy, accuracy in listing left no surprises. The large flattop was great for our group of 9. Chet's Lakeside was a nice easy walk, but a hidden gem!
10.0
This property was better than described. It was such a relaxing time with good family and friends, highly recommend!
10.0
I would 10/10 recommend this place! The property was beautiful. The house is well kept and clean, lots of places to hang out! We enjoyed that there was a nice swimming area available at the lake. I would love to book here again!
8.0
The place was nice and location was close to convenience store/gas station. We like sitting on the porch.
Just a couple things to note, if you stay in the downstairs bedroom you can hear the all the noise (people walking) from the main floor. The advertised boat lift was not in the water for use.
All-in-all it was a good weekend.
6.0
Overall communication with owner was good. Cabin was in need of additional cleaning when we arrived. Lack of maintenance in the overall cabin was evident. No boat lift and No Direct TV available as listed in rental agreement. Our family enjoyed our stay regardless - as the weather was good and the kids caught fish!
10.0
overall this was a great stay and was able to accommodate 7 of us adults with ease. Although the DVD player didn't work from the start we did get the jukebox to work after unplugging and plugging back in and putting some change in it (which we can get back but left it there for the next ones that stay). the cabin is well kept and clean and the grill was a huge hit as we were able to cook breakfast, lunch, and dinner on it. Appreciate the owners responsiveness to any question we had.
10.0
We had so much fun here! The house was nice and clean. Plenty of chairs for our bonfire. It had everything we needed! Check in was simple with a code for us to use. I would come back for sure!
8.0
Easy property to get to & enough things close by to go check out to entertain ourselves
10.0
We had a great stay at the cabin even though the lake was frozen over, we had a good view. Cabin was clean and as described.
10.0
Extremely good communication with the owner before and during our stay. Such a cute, cozy cabin perfect for a girls get away and not too far from Carlos Creek Winery. Would highly recommend!
10.0
The cabin was beautiful. Keith was so easy to communicate with. Any questions were immediately responded to. That made the whole experience even better.
8.0
Great cabin for a short weekend getaway that is also not too far from St. Paul.
10.0
Everything about our stay was amazing!!! We will definitely be back!
10.0
We rented this cabin to host a belated Christmas celebration with family. The cabin is well taken care of, and offers plenty of space for multiple families. We loved the main level for shared family time, but also enjoyed the other living spaces in the loft and lower level. The cabin is fully stocked with all of the basic necessities. Proximity to Alexandria is great! Communication with the owner was also easy and they were very responsive. We'd love to come back and stay again.
FAQs
How much does this chalet cost compared to others in Minnesota?
The average price for a rental in Minnesota is $273 per night. This rental is $263 above the average.
Is parking included with this chalet?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cozy lakeside cabin near Alexandria - arcade, boat lift, firepit, pet friendly!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this chalet?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this chalet. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Cozy lakeside cabin near Alexandria - arcade, boat lift, firepit, pet friendly! pet friendly?
Yes! This chalet is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Cozy lakeside cabin near Alexandria - arcade, boat lift, firepit, pet friendly!?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
Explore similar vacation rentals in Minnesota
Explore all rentals in MinnesotaMinnesota travel inspiration
Read our blogResearch
Road Trip Routes to Witness Incredible Astronomical Events in 2023 and 2024
Guides
Top 10 Biggest Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in the U.S.
Guides
The Ultimate U.S. Bucket List: Top Activities in Every State
Local Culture
The Best (And Worst) Travel Destinations for Introverts
Budget Travel
Best Staycation Cities in the United States: 50 States Edition
Guides
8 Quirky Monuments to See While Traveling Through the U.S.
Guides
The Best Cities for Nature Lovers from 1,000 Outdoor Enthusiasts