Location: Heart Lake, Northwest, Minnesota, USA (35 Miles SW of Bemidji MN, 2 Mi from Itasca State Park)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Loft + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 12)
Our home is a newer 3 bedroom plus den, 2 bath home located on Heart Lake in northern Minnesota, just 5 minutes away from the headwaters of the Mississippi River. This majestic home sits on 2 acres of land with 200 ft of lakeshore that will provide the perfect environment to unwind and enjoy your vacation. Our home has high cathedral ceilings in the living room, kitchen and dinning area with many windows to provide a great view of the lake and surrounding outdoors.
A private and quiet, secluded lake with great bass, northern pike, crappie and sunny fishing (you can catch keepers right off the dock). Take in the beautiful sunsets serenaded by the loons at dusk; watch the deer feed in the yard mornings and evenings. Listen to the birds sing in the morning and the frogs croaking at dusk. (get the picture?).
There are plenty of indoor activities too; Playstation 2, movies, board games, puzzles, coloring books and crayons, cards, cribbage, chess or a friendly game of charades (If the weather isn't cooperating). After the daily activities sit around a crackling fire burning in the large stone fire pit. Cook burgers and hotdogs on the swing-out grill (don't forget the marshmallows). Relax in the 2 person Jacuzzi tub upstairs in the master bedroom suite.
Or just take a blanket to lay on and gaze at the stars.
This place is about relaxing while being as active as you want to be. Play horseshoes, croquet, badminton or volleyball. Hike or pick wild raspberries. Enjoy water sports like jet skiing, water skiing, boating or fishing. Take the kids to Itasca State Park for a bike ride. Go golfing at nearby golf courses, horseback riding, four-wheeling or just take a hike in the woods on one of the many trails around the property.
Take a siesta under the trees, sketch a loon and her babies in tow or take a walk in a winter wonderland. Relax, enjoy yourselves and forget about the rest of the world for awhile. Come stay at Heart lake for an experience you won't soon forget.
Keywords: House
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided : Beach towels, bath towels, hand towel and washrags. Blow dryer, curling iron and first aide kit. All beds have double sets of sheets.
- Air-Conditioning : Window unit cools the whole house due to the open floor plan.
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer : Electic and water hookup(no sewer hookup) $45.00 per day.
- Washing Machine : Laundry soap ( use HE only)
- Clothes Dryer : Iron and Ironing board.
- Beds
- Bunk Bed (2) : Downstairs bedroom sleeps 6 guests. Double size futon mattress under bunk sleeps 2 guests.
- Queen : Downstairs bedroom sleeps 2 guests. Single size air matress with sheets in closet.
- Baby Crib (2) : Pack n Play one in master bedroom. One in Bunkroom.
- King : Master suite upstairs sleeps 2 guests.
- Sleep Sofa /Futon : Sleeping couch TV game room(optional).
- Double : Futon in loft area sleeps 2 guests.
- Twin/ Single : Loft area sleeps 1 guest.
- Entertainment
- TV : Bunk room VCR and videos for the kids.
- Satellite Or Cable (3) : Living room, den, and master suite.
- Video Library : Over 50 video'sand DVD's.
- Jetted Tub : Master bedroom bath area.
- Videogame Console : Playstation 2
- Videogames (12) : Playstation 2
- Music Library : Over 150 Cd's
- DVD
- CD
- Stereo System
- VCR
- Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils : coffee maker, coffee grinder, blender, pots and pans, baking pans, silverware and plates, bowls and glasses setting for 12, Mixing bowls, storage containers, preperation knives and filet knives,
- Full Kitchen : Gas stove, Including many different spices, dishwashing detergent provided, and highchair for babies
- Refrigerator : Water dispenser and ice maker
- Dish Washer : Detergent provided
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio : Front deck table seats four. Back deck table that seats eight.(wood provided for firepit in back patio Limited).
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Propane provided. (limited to 1 tank)
- Outdoor Grill Charcoal : Charcoal not provided.
- View/Location
- Lake View : Large stone fire pit with firewood provided.(limited )There is a volleyball/badminton and horseshoe area. Three tent sites.
- Lakefront : Dock, swimming and picnic area with fire pit.
- Communications
- Telephone (3) : Master suite, bedroom, and kitchen dinning area.Answering machine., Long distance calls .14 per minute
- Computer Available : Desk top computer, printer and computer games
- Wireless Broadband : Wireless in the home for laptops.
- Broadband Access : Highspeed internet service.
- Other Amenities
- Pontoon Boat available to rent (seats 12) $400.00 per rental fee includes fuel (Limited to one tank). Small aluminum boat with oars. Private boat landing. Outside fish cleaning area with running water and drain.
- Suitability
- Children Welcome : Swing set, sand box, croquet, water toys, fishing poles, tackle box, board games, DVDs and videostoys, movies and cards, Baby swing, baby chair, Blocks, and toys
- Pets Considered : Pets must be prior approved with $100.00 deposit No pets in home over 20 lbs. There is a 6 x 12 covered kennel with dog house on site. $15.00 Per day per pet
- Wheelchair Accessible : Main floor accessible including shower. No ramps to home.
- Minimum Age Limit For Renters : 21 years old
- Activities
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Golf
- Cross Country Skiing
- Horseshoes
- Hunting
- Water Skiing
- Jet Skiing
- Fishing
- Cycling
- Boating
- Sight Seeing
- Miniature Golf
- Horseback Riding
- Restaurants
- Antiquing
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Wildlife Viewing
- Kayaking
- Snowmobiling
- Shopping
- Other Activities
- The property is located just off a state snowmobile/ATV trail adjacent to Itasca State park. Itasca State park Headwaters to the Mississippi just 2 1/2 miles away. Excellent hunting area with state an county land close by.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
April - Dec 31st $1800/week (Weekend Friday-Sunday).. $950 Jan - April available upon special request Non-refundable if reservation is cancelled 60 Days prior to check-in $400 confirmation deposit required/ $75.00 cleaning fee This home is limited to 12 people at any given time.If more deposit is forfieted. No smoking in house. Containers for cigarette butts in all areas of the property
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
-
Credit Cards Accepted:
-
-
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1988
The property was purchased in 1988 and there were many years spent coming every weekend all summer camping in tents, then a camper bus and then to a small mobile home. In 2000 we started work on building the home from the ground up with the help of all the children. The home is a labor of love. Over the years we have continued to make improvements on the home and landscape to get it where it is today. In the spring and fall I still come home to enjoy the peace and quite that only the Minnesota northwoods can bring.
Why the Owner Chose Heart Lake
I have lived and traveled in many different states. When I started to look where we wanted a vacation spot I just kept coming back to northern Minnesota. There is so much variety, with the four seasons and all the lakes. Most of all the sound of the loons call on the lake on a summer night while sitting around the camp fire with friends and family.
The Unique Benefits of this House
The home is on a 480 acre private lake and very secluded with only 16 homes around the lake. Private boat landing. The fishing is excellent. Hiking trails nearby. Adjacent to state snowmobile trail. Itasca State park (headwaters of the Mississippi River) 3 miles away.
Property Photos
-
- View of home coming from lake
-
- Kitchen Area
-
- View from Hallway to lake
-
- Downstairs main bathroom
-
- Livingroon view from loft
-
- Master bedroom area
-
- Queen bedroom
-
- Bunkroom
-
- Back of home and fire burning
-
- Horseshoes and yard area
-
- Lakeshore in the fall
-
- Stairs into the water
-
- Dock for fishing and swimming
-
- Queen Mary Pontoon at boat landing
-
- View from lake to Home
-
- Sunset from our bay
Traveler Reviews (32)
Escape and Relax!
Guest: arts4you
(Bismarck, ND)
Date of Stay: 06/28/11
Review Submitted: 07/15/11
Our family consisted of a Grandmother, Mother, 16 year old boy, 12 year old daughter and an Auntie. Despite the wide variety of ages and tastes, this vacation spot filled the needs of all! Nestled among a wooded area, the cabin and lake offered an opportunity to escape and relax. We absolutely loved the access to a pontoon and enjoyed many hours of fishing. The spacious cabin allowed each of us our own space for privacy while the open living room, dining and kitchen area was perfect for cooking meals, playing games and watching television and movies. Grandma and the grandkids made an excellent meal of cheese-buttons! There was little cell service which practically pushed the 16 year old into detox the first 2 days; however, it aided all of us in letting go of our fast paced lives and to just enjoy the slow paced moments of vacation. When we needed a social "fix" we would log onto the computer that was wired to the internet. Each morning started with breakfast on the front deck, and many nights ended with s'mores in the fire pit. We even got to bring two family pets, a lap dog and a large dog. The large dog absolutely loved jumping in the lake, being someplace new with the family and was safe at night in the kennel. Our family has had discussions of returning. Thank you for your beautiful property which has given us priceless memories.
Recommended for:Pet owners, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Best vacation in 20 years!
Guest: snack (i like to eat)!
(pekin il.)
Date of Stay: 06/04/11
Review Submitted: 07/14/11
My family and I seriously had the best vacation we have had in 20 years of vacationing, The property has everything and more than the owners describe and it is totaly private, the views of the lake and the woods are great. We spent much of our time fishing (which was very fun we caught lots of sunnies, crappies and bass), one day the owners son asked me if i would like to go fishing with him on the lake in his boat which of course i did, he assisted me in catching a few northern pike which i had never caught before! We spent time shopping in a few of the towns around the area which was lots of fun for the wife and kids. We also spent time at Itaska state park it was truely a beautiful park with lots of trails to hike and even a wilderness road to drive down, you can also see the mississippi head waters at the park or if you choose they have large rocks placed at the head waters so you can walk across, very cool! we spent alot of our evenings around the large firepits just taking in the fresh air and relaxing. (did i mention they aslo provide the firewood). There are lots of things to do on the property, horse shoes, playstation for kids in the yard, gas grill, charcoal grill, they even have a shed that has lots of things in it that you can use, toys, chairs, fishing poles and tackle, water toys even marshmallow holders for useing over the fire pits. We rented the pontoon boat for our entire 16 day stay cruising the lake with my family was priceless, we saw some of the most beautiful sunsets, we also seen deers, loons, and possibly a bear, (dont worry about the bears they dont want anything to do with you... just your fish!) The home was so comfy, plenty of room to rest, play, eat and relax. there is enough stuff to do in the home that you would not even have to go out to have a good time. I would like to use the remaining time i have to talk about the owners and their son, these are truely great folks after looking thru all the pictures and albums they have at the home it is easy to see that they are hard working people striving forward to acheive the American dream, they were so down to earth and accomadating, if more people were like these folks the world would truely be a better place!! We had such a good time we are coming back in late August for another 15 day stay, just 2 months after our first stay! My family would like to say thanks to the owners again for letting us into their great lake home and letting us share some of their history there
Recommended for:Pet owners, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
Blow Family vacation
Guest: KGB
(Crookston,MN)
Date of Stay: 05/05/00
Review Submitted: 05/28/11
We had stayed there for 6 summers and and loved every minute of our time there the owners are near and dear to our hearts. This place is so beautiful and peaceful, we will always remember our times there. The clear water the awesome fishing the fantastic views and not to forget all the curious Loons. If you are looking for the best of the best in lake rentals you will find it here. We Love Love Love it!
Recommended for:Pet owners, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
wonderful experience
Guest: Sophia
(minneapolis)
Date of Stay: 09/03/10
Review Submitted: 09/19/10
Thank you so much for a lovely Labor Day weekend. We had family join us from St. Louis and Las Vegas and everyone had a wonderful time fishing, cooking on the firepit grill and going to Itasca State Park to walk across the Mississippi. The hosue had everything that we could have needed and was perfect for our 3 year old too who loved the swing set. Thank you for sharing your home with us. We would definitely come back again!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A Wonderful Place to Stay!!!!
Guest: Glenda & Scott
(Pequea, PA)
Date of Stay: 07/03/10
Review Submitted: 07/16/10
My husband and I live in Pennsylvania, but he is originally from Minnesota so we were looking for a place for a family reunion. All the research certainly paid off because we found the perfect place when we found Jacque’s house! Everything you could imagine was already there just waiting for us to arrive and relax. The kids loved the boat and fishing from the two docks. We had a fish fry and they really enjoyed eating the fish that they caught. They loved swimming, croquet, playing on the swing set, and all of the board games. The adults loved the horseshoes and everyone loved the fire pits--making s‘mores and burgers and telling ghost stories. We saw deer in the yard and even a bear about a mile from the cabin. We got so lucky with the weather (only a bad storm the first night and no humidity the rest of the week). The sunsets were amazing and we loved hearing the loons on the lake. There were only a few boats on the lake which made it so very peaceful. If you are looking for a relaxing vacation but a place that has it all, I promise this is your place! Jacque, your son, Michael, was very accommodating when we called with a question. Thank you again for everything!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Exactly as described!
Guest: deborah darling
(Michigan)
Date of Stay: 06/17/10
Review Submitted: 06/30/10
There were absolutely no surprises at Heart Lake. The accomodations were comfortable, the fishing great, the lake beautiful and the yard perfect for games. We made wonderful family memories here. Thank you for sharing your home!
Recommended for:Pet owners, romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities, families with teenagers.
Guest: Greg81
(Stoddard WI)
Date of Stay: 08/27/09
Review Submitted: 08/27/09
Had a great time at Heart Land lake. The beautiful home was just as Jackie said, all you need to bring is clothes and some food. The grounds are very large and roomy with activities for everyone. Plus the fishing was great.
Recommended for:
Guest: Teff family
Date of Stay: 08/16/09
Review Submitted: 08/16/09
Fishing was great we didn't catch this many near LaCrosse ont the mighty Mississippi! Facility is great for a family "of all ages" 60 years & down to 2 years of age
Recommended for:
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/14/09
Review Submitted: 08/14/09
Absolute tranquility! Great vacation had by all! At first we missed our computers and cell phones. But that was the best thing that happened to us. We totally relaxed, fished, walked, played horseshoes, out for dinners, watched movies, saw the stars, family games, baked great stuff, etc. It's what our family really needed: a place to reconnect and relax. Next time we should stay 2 weeks instead of 1! Jacqui and her family are very accomodating. She even bought a tea kettle for us since we like to drink tea! Thank you Jacqui!
Recommended for:
Guest: Smith family
Date of Stay: 08/09/09
Review Submitted: 08/09/09
Thank you for letting us sty at your home. We have had a very relaxing week. We all had a grreat time fishing from the boat every evening. Our older daughters went to bemidji to exploy the antique & craft shops. We enjoyed the nice weather while we have been here. Perfact for the fires at the firepit.
Recommended for:
First (10) of (32). View all Reviews | Write a Review
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #173843
There have been visitors to this page since the counter was
last reset in .
This listing was first published here in 2008.
Date last modified - Friday, March 16, 2012
