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The Clear Lake Retreat

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Outdoor dining
Exterior detail
3 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo, offices
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Forest Lake, MN
  • Running Aces Casino
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Crossways Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • National Sports Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the area

Forest Lake

This holiday home places you steps from Clear Lake and within a 20-minute stroll of Summerfield Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features a sofa bed, a living room and WiFi. A kitchen, a Smart TV and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Forest Lake holiday home include Lamprey Pass Wildlife Management Area and Fenway Park.

What's nearby

  • Running Aces Casino - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Crossways Lake - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • National Sports Center - 18 min drive - 24.6 km
  • University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - 26 min drive - 38.8 km
  • U.S. Bank Stadium - 30 min drive - 44.0 km

Getting around

  • Fridley Station - 25 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Running Aces Casino, Hotel & Racetrack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Key's Cafe - ‬6 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 Clear Lake Retreat

Clear Lake Retreat will offer your most robust premier cottage rental nestled in the beauty of wooded cabin landscaping, with your own private lake access to Clear Lake just steps away (Disclosure: Private Access is across the street). This beautiful cottage is perfect for a romantic get-away, family trip, friends’ weekend, poker night, ice fishing, hunting, snowmobiling and so many more! Book today - Don't Miss out on your Premier Minnesota Lake Cottage!

Welcome to The Clear Lake Retreat!

Relish in the warmth with two cozy fireplace Cottage perfect for your MN Summer & Winters! The amazing Minnesota summers will be no better anywhere else with your own Private Lake Access just steps away, enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, and taking in the breathtaking views! Step inside to experience the ambiance of a lake side cottage just 20 minutes from the Metro!! Outside, a meticulously manicured landscape awaits, featuring a patio, gazebo, cascading waterfall, and perennial gardens—your own private oasis. And if the outdoors calls you further, take advantage of access to the tranquil Clear Lake & your own Private Dock! Designed for both relaxation and entertainment, this property offers a harmonious blend of indoor and outdoor living. Whether it’s hosting social gatherings or enjoying solitude, its a haven for all occasions. This 2 1/2 Bedroom Cottage easily sleep 8-10 with privacy! Each sleeping arraignment will have private room access!

THE SPACE
Clear Lake Retreat will offer your most robust premier cottage rental nestled in the beauty of wooded cabin landscaping, with your own private lake access to Clear Lake just steps away This beautiful cottage is perfect for a romantic get-away, family trip, friends’ weekend, poker night, ice fishing, hunting, snowmobiling and so many reasons to get away!

OUTDOOR
Private Lake Shore Access! plenty of room to swim and play! The dock will provide space for you to dock a boat.

Large backyard Oasis is prime for campfires, smores and space to gather with Friends & Family. You will have access to 2 patio’s and a bonus Gazebo for when it gets wet, you’ll experience the beauty of the custom waterfall and beautiful landscaping that surrounds you and backed up to a wooded area. This is a beautiful private lot at the end of the road!

Gazebo Plenty of room to get cozy and stay dry! Sit behind the propane fire place and take in the views and tranquility!

Patio Shaded area to have your picnic or full blown bbq! Literally grab some grillables and take advantage of your own personal bbq grill and eating area!

Outdoor Fire Pit: Those great campfire stories start here! Or test your S’more making skills!

LIVING AREAS
The Cottage offers a large, vaulted ceiling living room with a custom bar table top bar connected to a beautiful full kitchen area with a breakfast bar that overlooks the beautiful landscape. This space is great for an early morning coffee with a complimentary coffee bar, or a beautiful spread of your favorite dishes to enjoy together at each meal! The beautiful cottage also offers a workstation space, with a private sleeping area and fireplace that will provide you with a cozy encounter! To add to the excitement the property includes a game room with large mounted TV, Bar, Pool Table, Poker Table, Large Gathering Table, and a comfortable Sofa-Sleeper for extra sleeping space
Indoor Bar & Game Room
If a night at a beautiful log table doesn’t cut it, utilize great room space to play cards, or pool. If there’s something you’d like to enjoy on the TV……. Your well taken care of here with a 85’ Sony for those must see games or events!

BEDS AND BATHS
BR1: The beautiful master bedroom offers a masterful bay window overlooking the tranquil landscaping! It provides plenty of space and private entertainment center when you just want to lay low!

BR2: The Second Bedroom offers a homey cozy experience again with your own private entertainment if you wish to have privacy.

BR3: Step into the bungalow with a built-in fireplace, AC UNIT and workstation with great window views for your most productive days you have to plug-in, also a private sleeping quarters with a Cozy Sofa Sleeper! The Cottage ambience will is striking!

Marlin Room: The Marlin Room is damn near a suite in itself, nestled in the primary living room, but don’t let that fool you. This space will provide some privacy with a generous 65” LG SMART LED TV. The Marlin room is self explanatory, but to summarize an additional sleeping space for more company!

Bathroom: The beautifully decorated bathroom will provide you with a full shower and bath with complementary Shampoo & Conditioner! No need to pack extra’s here (see below).
Provided:
Bath Towels
Hand Towels
Make-up Remover Towels
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body Wash
Hair Dryer
Kleenex

ADDITIONAL SPACES:
Laundry room for your use included with washer, dryer, detergent.

ACCESSUBILITY
Easy One Level Access – NOT OFFICIALLY HANDICAP ACCEPBLE
Distance to nearby attractions
o Running Aces Casino & Racetrack - 2 miles
o Taylors Falls - 26 miles
o White Bear Lake - 13 miles
o Stillwater - 23 miles
o St. Paul - 23 miles
o Minneapolis - 28 miles
o Minneapolis / St. Paul (MSP) Airport - 31 miles

Local wineries
o Winehaven Winery - 11 miles
o Rustic Roots Winery - 14 miles
o 7 Vines Vineyard - 14 miles
Golf
o Tanners Brook Golf Course - 2.8 miles
o Castlewood Golf Course - 2.4 miles
o TPC Twin Cities - 3M Open - 16 miles
o Chomonix Golf Course - 11 miles
o Oneka Ridge Golf Course - 11 miles

Grocery
o Kwik-Trip
o Cub Foods - 4.1 miles
o ALDI - 3 miles
o Target - 2.8 miles
o Walmart - 3 miles
Liquor
Circle E Wine & Spirits - 0.6 miles
o MGM Liquor - 4 miles
o Wine & Roses - 1.9 miles
Restaurants in Forest Lake
o Mallards $$
o Lone Oak Grill $$
o The Old Log Cabin $$
o Stellas On 97$$$
o VFW
o Key’s Café

Hospital
M Health Fairview Emergency Medical Services North Region
Hours: Open 24 hours

Veterinarian Clinics
Forest Lake Veterinary Hospital
Hours: 8am-5pm

Emergency Vet Clinic
BluePearl Pet Hospital
Areas served: White Bear Lake and nearby areas
Hours: Open 24 hours

Guest access
Access will be the entire property to yourself

Other things to note:
Check out our guidebook for restaurant and sightseeing recommendations!

Landscaping is done on Wednesday

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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 and a first aid kit
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 and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

274650

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Clear Lake Retreat?

The closest beach to The Clear Lake Retreat is Golden Lake Park Beach (17.2 km).

Does The Clear Lake Retreat have a pool?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Clear Lake Retreat?

No, The Clear Lake Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Clear Lake Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:00 PM.

The Clear Lake Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Clifford W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clear Lake
Nice place lots of things to do
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curt J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Bigger than it looks, plenty of space to get “away” but lots of gathering places. Everything we needed (except ice—but that’s my fault for not asking).Garage/Mancave really cool. Andrew was easy to communicate with and reach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place!
This worked perfect for a little weekend get away. Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ice fishing stay
Me, my wife, 2 friends, and our 1.5 year old wanted a place on the lake to ice fish for the weekend. The place was great for this, water access is right across the street. The heated garage was awesome. This place was great for what we needed. Got into some pike, perch, and walleye
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!!
We came home to Mn for Christmas and this property was a wonderful cozy home to spend the holiday in! Very easy to find location, near everything you could ever need. The owner was very quick to respond with any questions I asked, everything you need is in the house, and the garage/gameroom/bedroom was a teenage boys dream!! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

wendyjopalma

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Lake Retreat
Andy's property was so beautiful and comfortable that we extended our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024