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The Lodge on Maple Island

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Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Alexandria, MN
  • Alomere Health
    15 min drive
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
    24 min drive
  • Carlos Creek Winery
    27 min drive
  • Alexandria, MN (AXN-Chandler Field)
    14 min drive

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About the area

Glenwood

A family-friendly stay in Glenwood awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 15 km (9.3 mi) from Lake Minnewaska and 15.1 km (9.4 mi) from Pope County Historical Museum. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 3.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a TV are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a games room and barbecues. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Glenwood holiday home include Alomere Health and Barsness Park.

What's nearby

  • Lake Minnewaska - 14 min drive
  • Alomere Health - 15 min drive
  • Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum - 17 min drive
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 24 min drive
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Lodge on Maple Island

Guests will enjoy a memorable vacation in this 2800 SF fully furnished, 3.5 BR, and 3 bath lodge & bunk house. The property sleeps 9 to 12.

The lodge on Maple Island sits on a wooded lot full of Maple, Oak, Basswood and Aspen trees. It is in nestled into a secluded, well-protected bay. The island is accessible by car 5 miles off I-94 at the Hyw. 29/ Alexandria exit.

Land your boat at one of 2 public landings on the lake and moor it to our dock. Our bay is strictly for fishing. A public swimming beach is a boat or car ride away. Our large "L" shaped dock has a wide casting platform at the end with a built in bench. Our bay provides excellent bass fishing in early summer with spawning beds within casting distance from the dock. Or gain access to the bigger part of the lake through the channel.

The upper level- The rustic timber frame design has a feel of a remote hunting lodge out west with a touch of Africa. The main level has a cathedral ceiling over the living room and front entryway, separated by a full height stone fire place. The upper floor has bathrooms and a bathroom. Mater BR & Guests BR, both with queen beds. There is a smaller BR with a single bed, perfect for that “sneak away” afternoon nap. Off the master is a screen porch with a futon. The upper level rooms are connected by a catwalk which gives a birds-eye view of the living room for that wide angle family portrait.

The Main floor- The high timber frame design has an open floor plan with living room, dining room, entryway, large fully stocked kitchen, bathroom with a shower, TV room, and a large screen porch off the TV room.

For that elderly guest, the main floor TV room can easily converted to bedroom with a sofa sleeper, and privacy curtains that can be pulled across the french doors.

Off of the main level also has a full width elevated deck looking over the fire pit, and through the trees to the bay. The deck has 3 wrought iron tables and 12 chairs, a large Weber grill and prep table.

The Lower Level- The lower level/ walk out basement has another bedroom which has atrium doors that open onto a ground level deck. The main area Game room/ Bar has a beer fridge, inlaid chess board into the bar, fiber optic lights over the bar that twinkle like stars. Other games include a leather pocket pool table, ping pong table top, Tornado Foosball table, Air hockey table, electronic dart board, card table and chairs.

Off the game room is a utility room with a full size washer and dryer.

Outside- There is a bunk house with 2 beds that sleep up to 3.

The fire pit is a few steps down from the lower level walk out. There are marshmallow roasting sticks and camp fire pizza irons in the mudroom.

Attractions- Spend the day “Antiquing” at the numerous shops in and around Osakis, Alexandria or Glenwood area. Enjoy a relaxing round of golf at Tom Lehman’s- Alexandria Golf Club just outside of downtown Alexandria.

Shoot skeet or trap at the Alexandria Shooting Park just 5 miles north.

Bowl a few frames at Fat Daddy’s in Alex, or catch a movie at the mall. After doing all of that, have a delicious hamburger at the Muddy Boot in Forada, only a few back roads away from the lodge. Mention that you are staying at the Palmer Lodge to Johnny the owner of the Muddy Boot and receive a 10% discount on food.

No pets, no smoking in the lodge, no swimming off the dock.

Info on Maple Lake of DNR website;

ID: 21007900
County: Douglas
Near: Forada
Border Water: No

Fish Species: black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass, walleye, yellow bullhead, yellow perch, bowfin (dogfish), common carp, redhorse, shorthead redhorse, white sucker, central mudminnow, Johnny darter, logperch, spottail shiner

Fishing Regulations:
General »
Inland Waters »

Special Fishing Regulations: This lake has special fishing regulations that differ from statewide or border water regulations for those species identified below and take precedence.


Property manager

Scott and Kathy Palmer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed on the deck only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

The On Maple Island Alexandria
The Lodge on Maple Island Alexandria
The Lodge on Maple Island Private vacation home
The Lodge on Maple Island Private vacation home Alexandria

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Lodge on Maple Island?

The closest beach to The Lodge on Maple Island is Starbuck Public Beach (22.7 km).

Does The Lodge on Maple Island have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is The Lodge on Maple Island family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade, a BBQ and children's books, it's no surprise that The Lodge on Maple Island is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lodge on Maple Island?

No, The Lodge on Maple Island does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Lodge on Maple Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Lodge on Maple Island?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Lodge on Maple Island Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 63 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kody S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Week for 4th of July
10/10 Excellent We had an amazing stay at The Lodge on Maple Island during the week of the 4th of July! The cabin’s decorations and amenities were top-notch, making us feel right at home. The game room was a huge hit with everyone, providing endless entertainment, especially when we had a rainy day. We also loved spending time on the lake, which offered beautiful views and great fishing. Scott and Kathy were fantastic hosts, ensuring we had everything we needed for a perfect vacation. Highly recommend this gem for a memorable family getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Larson tradition
We had a wonderful week and could not have asked for better hosts. I first contacted Scott last winter and communication since was astounding! We could not believe how well appointed the cabin was. I am in the habit of bringing everything and for this cabin that was so so unnecessary. I know Scott and Kathy went over and above to accommodate us. Not everything was perfect, but we had a wonderful week.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
The house worked well as a place for our family to gather and spend time with each other.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B., Texline

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get-away!
Beautifully decorated house on the shore of the lake. It was clean, and housed us very well!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter get away
The most relaxing, beautiful get aways during the winter. Truly a gem of a spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique
Our family had a great stay while we were in the area for a wedding. This house is so unique and fun! We joked that it’s like being in an I spy book because you are always finding something that you didn’t see the last time you were in the room. The game room downstairs was a HUGE hit with our 5 kids (ages 11-16). Definitely not the place to stay if you’re looking to spend your days on the lake as the little bay the house sits on is very shallow and full of weeds but it was a very peaceful and beautiful back drop nonetheless. The hosts were very helpful and responsive, making sure we had the best time possible. If I had to come up with a downfall… there was a lot of spider webs covering the decks and outside areas but that just comes with living on the lake. We would definitely stay again! Thanks for a great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Eclectic Comfy
In for a wedding with loads of people. Plenty of space to make and eat food and sleep. Basement full of games was great, lots of time spent there. And a nice big fire pit. We were not there to fish, but if you were this place would be great for that too.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay!
This was a beautiful house, comfy beds, great location. It was great to have so many options of things to do in the house if the weather didn't let us go outside. And we all got our workout going up and down the stairs from the house to the dock though, so it's something to keep in mind if you have an older person in your group! Fun fishing off the dock even if it all we caught was little ones and turtles! Hosts we very good to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We had a wonderful time at The Palmer House. Our favorite spot to hang out was the game room. There are so many games to choose from. PacMan and Golden Tee were a hit as was shooting pool into the early morning. We brought our boat and utilized the house dock. The public boat ramp/dock was a short 5 minute drive. Maple Lake is the perfect size for fishing, tubing and floating. Scott’s fishing map helped land some bass and northern. This was a perfect place for a family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Family Vacation
Kathy and Scott are wonderful hosts! They went above and beyond in communicating with me leading up to vacation and checked in the perfect amount during our stay to ensure everything was going well. They take pride in sharing their home, and it shows! The sun porch was my favorite place in the home-enjoying the lovely property bug-free! The extremely clear water made for some great paddle boarding. Good lake for fishing in the mornings, and the game room was a huge hit for everyone! A bonus that you don't find in too many rental properties! We had such a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal place for families
Really unique and nice property. Had lots of fun amenities, spaces for gathering inside and out, comfortable beds, lake access with good fishing. Hosts were excellent. Highly recommend this property and Alexandria MN area as ideal vacation spot for active families.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We stayed for a week at Scott and Kathy’s home. It was very welcoming and cozy. Very clean and had all the amenities you’d need to have a big group stay! The game room was well set up and had fun games for all ages. Communication with hosts was easy and they always responded quickly. Check in and finding the property was simple. Overall we are very pleased with the experience and would definitely revisit in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation
We had a great week at the lodge. Scott and Kathy were great hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

necole s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Maple Island Dr. S.E. 9/1 - 9/5/22
My friends and I loved staying here. There was so much space and things to see and do without even leaving the cabin. The communication and accessibility of the property owners was amazing.!! I felt they went above and beyond in helping from the moment I reserved my stay all the way to the day I checked out. Thank you for opening up your home to me and my friends. We felt like we stayed in a museum and LOVED it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very unique and fun place to stay for the whole family.
Lots of family fun both inside and outside. We enjoyed a great camp fire, fishing off the dock and from our boat in the lake. When the it was rainy, there were many things to do inside that helped pass the time such as pool, foosball, air hockey and classic video games. The owners were very responsive and provided anything we might have forgotten. Overall it was a fantastic vacation for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brent M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
Our stay was fantastic! The home was beautiful, and very clean. The kitchen was stocked with everything needed as was the rest of the home. We arrived to a nice gift basket which was a very nice touch! Loved this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time. It was very relaxing sitting on thE dock. Game room was a hit. We
We had a wonderful time. It was very relaxing sitting on the dock. Game room was a hit on the hot day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would definitely stay here again
Plenty of sleeping for adults Extra touches made stay special Hosts made sure we had everything we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.,

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
Where do I start. Incredible time had by all for a small family get together ages 13 - 75. The House: Immaculate. One of the most unique homes we've ever rented. Slept 8 very comfortably. Every room told a story and I found a new story everyday. Kitchen has every amenity you can imagine. Half of what we brought never got unpacked. Gameroom downstairs has more games than you could possibly play in a week. Put the phones away and play a little Pac Man.. or Air Hocley.. or Pool.. or Ping Pong.. or Golden Tee (my personal favorite).. or you name it. Such a great way to start or end the day with all ages included. All beds were extremely comfortable and every room was well appointed right down to the bunkhouse. 2 teen boys shared the bunkhouse and raved about it. Had their own TV and a nice movie collection. Porches on every level, a large lot next door we set up several games and a dock right on the water that we moored our pontoon. The Location: Perfect location in a quiet cove at the end of the lake. We truly loved the location. Quick drive to any convenience you need and the Muddy Boot in Forada has the best pizza you will ever eat. The Fishing: A big plus for us. Caught a ton of fish. More than enough for a fish fry but we chose to catch and release. Caught Bass, Sunnies, 2 Northerns and a Walleye. Largest Bass was caught off the dock - 20 inch monster. Caught by the youngest of the group. He'll cherish that $40. The Owners: Scott and Kathy were the best. I feel as though I made a couple friends. Thank you both. They made the entire process very easy. We began our text thread a couple days before our arrival and continued throughout our stay. Can't wait for our next adventure on Maple Lake. I would look no further than the Lodge on Maple Island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property and hosts!
This property was absolutely perfect for our family of 10 that stayed for four nights. The layout was so open and inviting and plenty of room for all of us to spread out. The large game room was a lifesaver when we experienced some storms and could not be outside. We had some pretty fun and intense ping pong, pool, pacman and foozeball tournaments! It was definitely fun for all age groups. Scott and Kathy were the perfect hosts and very easy to communicate with important details when necessary. We highly recommend this property and will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia G., Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
We were a group of siblings who met with our families for a short stay. We were comfortable, and quite at home in this large /house/log cabin/lodge. The rooms are spacious and there are multiple areas to hang out together or have a quiet moment with a book. The kitchen is well stocked. There are design touches every where you look: beautiful stain glass windows, interesting hooks on doors and walls, eclectic artwork. We were unsure what we would think of the taxidermy - we have vegans and vegetarians. But as it turns out we all really enjoyed being up close to these beautiful animals. The game room was a highlight, as was the fire pit. The lake water was low during our stay so launching a boat from the dock was not feasible but my brother did catch a bass from the dock with his fly reel. There was a great liquor/food store nearby to get supplies. Best of all, the hosts were very kind and attentive making our stay truly memorable. Thank you so very much to Kathy and Scott!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B., Kimball, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Very interesting place!
Everything was better in person, the pictures can’t do justice to this gorgeous property. Amenities, responsiveness of the owners and the beautiful cabin were just a few of the wonderful features of our stay. We’d definitely recommend this property (and already have) to others!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alfred F.

Liked: Cleanliness
August stay
Everything was great. Kids / teens played games, the lake was nice, everything was as advertised. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gay Lynn H., Chaska, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious cabin and amazing game room!
Great communication with owners before during and after! Very spacious cabin and the lower level game area kept the children occupied for hours and the adults too after the children were sleeping! Unfortunately the lack of rain left the Bay Area too low for our boat by the property dock, but the launch was just a few mins away to the larger lake area which worked out fine. Fun fishing and beach area for everyone too at the launch. We enjoyed the kayaks from the dock! Fantastic time and place to stay! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021