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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Close to Alexandria; Tranquil Lake Blackwell, Lake Retreat w/hot tub
Lake Blackwell...where you can create memories to last a lifetime! Our vacation rental on Blackwell Lake will offer you spectacular second story views any time of the year! Landscaped steps and beautiful flower gardens lead you to our two bedroom bungalow, which is located 10 miles west of Alexandria. The bungalwow is attached to the east end of the owners residence. (2 seniors) It's quaint, cozy and offers all of the comforts of home. The master bedroom has a queen bed, 6ft. closet and a restful dehcor. The second bedroom is small with a comfortable fold out bed. The kitchen and living room are open to each other and offer a homey feel. Out the front door is a private deck with an umbrella table and gas grill. A 4 person hot tub rests on a lower deck for you to relax in anytime of the day or night. Down the hill at the beach you may swim, kayak, sail (based on skill level) and canoe or just float! Fishing off the docks or boat is a wonderful way to fritter away the day. A late night dip in the lake followed by a campfire, s’mores and star gazing is a great way to call it a night. During the winter months, feel free to bring your ice fishing equipment, snow shoes and cross country skis. Please leave your snowmobiles at home since we offer a quiet retreat and our neighbors are non snowmobilers. This is billed as a quaint, quiet retreat.
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Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the neighborhood
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Frequently asked questions
Is Close to Alexandria; Tranquil Lake Blackwell, Lake Retreat w/hot tub pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Close to Alexandria; Tranquil Lake Blackwell, Lake Retreat w/hot tub ?
As of May 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Close to Alexandria; Tranquil Lake Blackwell, Lake Retreat w/hot tub on Aug 14, 2026 start from $157, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Close to Alexandria; Tranquil Lake Blackwell, Lake Retreat w/hot tub ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Close to Alexandria; Tranquil Lake Blackwell, Lake Retreat w/hot tub ?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Close to Alexandria; Tranquil Lake Blackwell, Lake Retreat w/hot tub located?
Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Blackwell Lake, Noah's Park, and Mill Lake. Lake Mary and Pioneer Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
We truly enjoyed our stay. It is so peaceful and the view of the lake is beautiful. We love watching the birds come to the feeders and seeing all of the tulips in bloom. A lovely stay!
Jennifer M.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 20, 2026
You are so kind! Spring is beautiful around here! So glad the song birds are back. Thanks for choosing to stay with us.
Glen
Enjoyed the quiet setting, pan fishing via row boat and the hot tub. The location was reasonably close to restaurants and other activities which added to our enjoyment. Owners were pleasant to deal with.
Barry and Glen were phenomenal people! We enjoyed the hot tub and the lake so much! The fishing was amazing! We will be back!
Jeff J.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 13, 2025
You were special guests and we became fast friends!
Verified
4/10 Poor
Alan D.
Oct 20, 2025
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Hot tub was nice. not much room for parking had to leave boat trailer down by the road.
Alan D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 20, 2025
We don't recommend or encourage guests to bring their own boats because we aren't set up for trailer parking. We do have a row boat, canoe, kayaks and sail boats available for our guests to use at no extra charge. Parking is an issue... sorry for any inconvenience.
Barry was welcoming when we arrived and had good suggestions for food and hiking trails. This was a spur of the moment trip my friend and I planned to Alexandria. Wonderful to relax in the hot tub at the end of each day. Enjoyed grilling out. Although weather limited our ability to be outside, had fun in the VRBO playing games etc. This is quiet location which we enjoyed. Kitchen had adequate supply of cooking utensils.
Our 3rd year in a row staying at the Bungalow. Hosts are amazing people. Will continue to make it a yearly trip as long as we can. Peaceful, relaxing and rejuvenating. Thank you Glen and Barry! God bless! Carrie & Brian
Partner and I had a great getaway to this beautiful place. Very comfy. Had so we needed especially in the kitchen. The lake was gorgeous and we enjoyed going down and enjoying it.
We had a great time. The hot tub was great! We stayed in the winter and the hot tub was nice and warm. If it’s winter, then I would be sure to have a 4x4 vehicle to get up the driveway.
Enjoyed our stay. Cabin is coze and cute, hot tub is a plus. Great hosts and although it is attached to their residence, it is very private. Thanks so much!
The bungalow is the perfect place to get away from the speed of everyday life. It is cozy, warm, and comfortable. We loved our time here, and we hope to visit again in the summer!
We looked to get away from people, and this location did it! It was close to Alexandria, but far away from the busy-ness of it, and the location was beautiful as well!
Barry & Glen are the sweetest! Their cabin was a perfect getaway for our family of young adults. The property and the Alexandria area provided a week’s worth of activities and fun memories.
The quietness and peacefulness is understated! If you are looking for a multiple things to do without leaving/going far, this is it! It is a great romantic getaway!
Glenaris and Barry were such welcoming hosts. They made sure we had everything we needed, and were so fun to chat with. The property is beautiful, and our kids had a blast swimming and playing.
Steve K.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Terri E.
Jan 15, 2018
Nice quiet getaway!
This was perfect for my husband and I. Nice view, cozy with a well furnished kitchen. Very nice owners. Would recommend to a friend!
Terri E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 27, 2020
Thanks for choosing to stay with us! We look forward to your return!
Kind regards,
Glen
Beautiful lakeside whimsical home & property, providing something for all ages! Helpful, friendly owners with extensive knowledge of the area with great recommendations for things to do/see. We hope to come back.
We enjoyed our stay here. There is a little bit of a walk up and down the driveway to get to the water but it’s very pretty and very quiet there.
Rachel S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
About the host
Hosted by Glenaris and Barry Arvold
Barry and I have been married 49 years. We built our rustic home and raised our 4 great children here. Now, we have 9 grandchildren who are our pride and joy. We are a family that loves to travel and experience different cultures. We've been blessed to visit China, Peru, New Zealand, Mexico, Canada & more, but our favorite place on earth is HOME!
Why they chose this property
We are 10 min. off of I-94, 120 miles from the Twin Cities and 100 miles from Fargo, ND. Alexandria is in the heart of lake country and as our area motto says, "Easy to get to, hard to leave!"
What makes this property unique
Our peaceful little lake will offer hours of fun. We have boats of all kinds for you to use during your stay at no extra charge. Bird watching, deer sightings, wild turkey parades and the distant howl of a lone coyote or the hoot of an owl are not uncommon occurrences. Our favorite outdoor sounds involve the laughter of our resident loons. We are near Andes Tower Hills ski resort, Kensington Runestone Park, Golf courses, Antique and Boutique shopping just a 10 mile drive to Alexandria and in season, you can pick your own organic strawberries 10 minutes away! Alexandria offers small town entertainment such as bike trails, bowling, mini golf, go carts, many restaurants, movie, summer stock and community theatre. You'll have check out Big Ole and the Runestone Museum and our Maritime Museum to catch up on some local history. Did you know that Alexandria is the birthplace of America? Check out the history of The Kensington Runestone! This artifact was discovered 4 miles west of us!
Languages:
English
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