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Pet-Friendly Lakefront Cottage with kayaks

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A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of a body of water through the windows.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a ceiling fan, and large windows overlooking a body of water.
A spacious kitchen with wooden flooring, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view through large sliding glass doors to a balcony overlooking a body of water.
A cozy living room with a stone wall, a large mirror reflecting a view of the sea, a wicker chair, and a leather sofa with cushions.
A house with a porch, a door, and a mailbox.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Waconia, MN
  • Place, Lake Waconia
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mall of America
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, U.S. Bank Stadium
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Waconia

Located in Waconia, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Big Stone Mini-golf and Sculpture Garden and Deer Run Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Minnetonka and Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area. Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and Noerenberg Memorial Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Waconia, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Waconia - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Minnetonka - 13 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Mall of America - 39 min drive - 65.1 km
  • Target Field - 42 min drive - 67.9 km
  • U.S. Bank Stadium - 45 min drive - 71.8 km

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lola's Lakehouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet-Friendly Lakefront Cottage with kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Pet-Friendly Lakefront Cottage with kayaks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Lakefront Cottage with kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Lakefront Cottage with kayaks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly Lakefront Cottage with kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Lake Waconia and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Goose Lake. Reitz Lake and Big Stone Mini-golf and Sculpture Garden are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful house and location. Both the indoor and outdoor spaces are so comfortable and thoughtfully planned. We thoroughly enjoyed a family vacation here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most adorable lake home, conveniently located
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was beautiful, inviting and spotless. The view over the lake was pure Minnesota. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with amazing views! Every inch decorated beautifully and so very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Leadership Team 2day offsite annual planning

Fun location, beautiful and would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
good house
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views of morning sunrise. Very clean. Quality construction and beautifully decorated. Host was responsive and accommodating. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage for family trip

My family had a lovely stay at the cottage for Christmas. The cottage is beautifully finished and we had everything we needed for the entire family (age 4-70).
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2024
We're delighted to hear that your family had a lovely Christmas stay at the cottage! We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you and your family again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Comfortable home in a gorgeous location. Plenty of room with great amenities. Lots to do nearby or just relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2024
Thank you for choosing our place, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot with room for the whole family!

We had an amazing cozy Christmas in this lovely lakeside home! The hosts and the house were both wonderful. We'd love to come back in warmer weather! Thanks so much for a terrific stay:)
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent cottage

All great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2024
We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience! Thank you for choosing our place, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is absolutely beautiful and a wonderfully peaceful location! Every inch of the remodel was perfectly crafted and decorated! The hosts were very quick to respond with any questions we had. The beds were extremely comfortable. My husband and I slept in the secret room and it was fabulous! Thank you so much for sharing it with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly What We Needed!

Our group was in town for a nearby dance competition and this property was perfect! Spacious and clean with picturesque views of the lake. The dance moms plan to visit again when we can actually relax and enjoy all the amenities offered!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

Just what we needed! We will be returning! Didn't want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Week in Waconia!

We have stayed here several times now and continuing coming back. The house is well maintained and very relaxing. Plenty of room for four adults to stretch out! We have found great local eateries in the area and enjoy the wineries nearby. The hosts are great to work with and always responsive. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Lake Home

Completely remodeled lake home with upscale finishes throughout. We enjoyed a very comfortable and cozy stay. (We did need a hint from the host to find the “secret bedroom”, but glad we found it).
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2024
Thank you for your positive feedback! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found it comfortable and cozy. If your travels bring you back to the area, we'd love to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Recharge

Perfect home for our family of four. Spacious and well-equipped kitchen and plenty of places to relax both inside and out. Conveniently located and very peaceful. This was our second visit, but not our last!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waconia Lake Cottage

Beautiful house! Lots of places to hang out. Very comfortable and well-provisioned. We all got a kick out of the hidden bedroom! We hope to rent it again someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our beautiful house and that you found it comfortable and well-provisioned. We take pride in creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere for our guests. We'd be delighted to have you back again someday. Your kind words and feedback mean the world to us, and we look forward to hosting you on your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer is here!

My family and I met in Waconia for a small family reunion. The home was beautiful, extremely clean, all the amenities, very spacious. We could not have asked for better accommodations. Thank you for an amazing week!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

60th birthday

We stayed with some life long friends to celebrate my wife’s 60th birthday. The home was perfect for accommodating us, great spaces to gather and enjoy the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2024
We're delighted to hear that the home was perfect for celebrating your wife's 60th birthday with lifelong friends! Thank you for choosing our place for such a special occasion, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again for future celebrations or get-togethers.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family lake stay

Relaxing home right on the lake with close location to trails and downtown Minneapolis. Our dog loved sitting on the deck and watching the free-range chickens. Owners available to answer any questions. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pictures Don't do it justice

The pictures don't do it justice. Beautiful place, newly remodeled. It was a no hassle rental, we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2024
Thank you so much! We appreciate your positive feedback and look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Celebrating a Birthday

Our group of three sisters and their spouses were very impressed as we entered this lovely home. Its description and photos were exactly what we expected. We really enjoyed beautiful Waconia Lake. This lakefront home has well-groomed yards, along with comfortable patio furniture to enjoy the outdoors. Equally enjoyable was its spacious interior. Thank you to our friendly host, we had a great time! We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage with beautiful setting

We had a last minute change in our women's getaway and we were lucky enough to find this lake cottage available. The views were wonderful from the many windows. The beds were comfy, the cottage was clean. Great kitchen with everything you would need. We rented a pontoon and had a relaxing day on the lake. Hiking nearby along with wineries, breweries and restaurants. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit! The owners were very responsive and helpful. Thanks, Dave and Tracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2024
Thank you so much! We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stress relief getaway!

We had a wonderful time at this VRBO. The weekend started with the search for the hidden room which was a fantastic way to kick off our fun time. All the bedrooms were very comfortable; it was great to all have separate baths. The deck was our favorite place to hang out, have a frosty drink, listen to the waves and watch the chickens strut around. When it got too chilly outside, the livingroom fireplace was perfect for the rest of the night. Our hosts were very friendly, personable, helpful and willing to answer questions. The fresh eggs were also very much appreciated. We'd definitely recommend this property and plan to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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