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Fountain Blue - Lakeside

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A staircase with a wooden handrail, carpeted steps, and white walls. There are shelves with plants and decorative items on the left side.
A gazebo with a bench and a table, surrounded by a grassy area and trees, near a body of water and a building.
Exterior
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a marble countertop.
A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a microwave, and a sink.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Fountain Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Albert Lea, MN
  • Place, Fountain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Marion Ross Performing Arts Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Diamond Jo Casino
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the neighborhood

Albert Lea

Located in Albert Lea, this vacation home is near a water park and on a lake. Freeborn County Historical Society and Mower County Historical Society are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fountain Lake and Shirley Theel Memorial Park. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Albert Lea, MN

What's nearby

  • Fountain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Marion Ross Performing Arts Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Albert Lea City Arena - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 19 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Spam Museum - 26 min drive - 43.9 km

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Fox Pub & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Elbow Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harold's Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bleachers Sports Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fountain Blue - Lakeside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fountain Blue - Lakeside ?

As of Nov 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fountain Blue - Lakeside on Dec 1, 2026 start from $162, 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 Fountain Blue - Lakeside ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fountain Blue - Lakeside ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fountain Blue - Lakeside located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Fountain Lake and Mayo Clinic Health System. Marion Ross Performing Arts Center and Freeborn County Historical Society are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Its always nice to wake up with a cup of coffee and a view of a lake! Photos and reviews were spot on. Communication with host was seamless.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and owners were very responsive to any request we have. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home!!! Hope we can stay there next year as well! Outlook of the lake is incredible!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely home with a lot of character. The house was clean, the beds were comfortable and there was plenty of space to relax and enjoy the view. As a bonus, there is a paved walking path around a large section of Fountain Lake that is just a short walk away. Would 100% stay at this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house had everything we needed; well stocked kitchen, plenty of places to sit and relax, views of the lake, and nice & cool bedrooms for sleeping (was a hot weekend when we were there). Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 15, 2026
Thank you for your kind words. We appreciate your stay and would love to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it. Had everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This lakeside property was so charming and a perfect getaway! It is in a great location and close to many stores and downtown. It was a great house for our girl's weekend and will for sure be back again for a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything in the kitchen we needed, lots of room to spread out with the family, great lakefront property! Very accommodating host!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Very relaxing place with beautiful views, but house definitely needs TLC. Lots of things not available for use as balcony in bedroom, due to shotty roof, patio was torn off in tv room and floors uneven and wood coming up. But it was still a wonderful stay and we spent a lot of time in enjoying the outdoor covered area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 21, 2026
Thanks for your kind words. You should really view the pictures as shown in our ad. 1. Never shown we had a balcony off the upstairs bedroom. 2. The flat roof you called shotty is brand new. 3. Our patio, tv room is not torn off, we call it a deck and it was replaced with a pergola. Sliding glass doors were left on for viewing of the lake . Sorry we disappointed you, but we can't give you what we don't have. Older homes, by the way, don't always have perfect floors.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. It was a beautiful place off of theblake Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great setting and location. The host was always available and very helpful. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication, easy check-in and clear check-out instructions. This was our 2nd stay at Fountain Blue - Lakeside and we will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Though an older house, it appeared to be in the midst of a longer term renovation. The main floor updated, as was the upstairs bathroom, the three bedrooms were comfortable and comfortable. Nice neighborhood, very nice lake views, and very nice sitting area overlooking the lake.The house was much roomier than I expected. We enjoyed our stay and would rent again if we were in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very comfortable.we enjoyed our stay. Our host was very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay at Fountain Blue. The house was very clean, beds were comfortable and the house was very quiet. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
There is no lake access. Many areas outside are under repair or patched together. It needs to be finished for guests to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 7, 2026
Thank you for your comments. Lake access was never mentioned in our listing. We are presently in the process of implementing a dock and swim area, but improvements are under way.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the lake view! The owner was incredibly responsive and accommodating. The house was perfect for the family gathering we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything went smoothly for check in. House was exactly as advertised, very comfortable and felt like home! Kitchen was very well stocked, beds were very comfy and the view of the lake was lovely! We spent a lot of time sitting under the pergola enjoying the cool breeze!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home. Only downfall is no lake access, but there are many areas for public use nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts responded quickly to questions! Great view! Clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice

It is a very quiet place a very nice place and relaxing the Host was very responsive when we had questions we had a great stay hope to use again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, beautiful views

Our family needed a place to stay for a family gathering in a nearby town. The location was great and we loved being right on the lake. The living areas/kitchen are very spacious. Beds were comfortable and we had everything we needed. We wished we had more time to just hang out. Communication with the hosts was great. We will definitely stay again!
A view from the pergola while enjoying our morning coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Baby Shower space

We enjoyed the space as we got ready for a baby shower for my sister. It was comfortable and relaxing. Exactly what we wanted for a girls weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Harp conference

This was an older house that was clean with adequate supplies. Working with the host was easy and prompt. The house could use a little love but was comfortable . Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Albert Lea-Fountain Lake

Great location. Nice property. Everything worked. Could use a TV in each bedroom. Oven needs to be cleaned. I would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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