Craftsman Character & European Antiques in this Stunning Lakeside Retreat!
About the property
- House3100 sqft
- Bedrooms4
- Sleeps12
- Bathrooms3
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay2 nights
4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Craftsman on a Rural Lake, Upscaled with European Antiques!
Summit Lake Lodge is a beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 3100 square foot home located on Summit Lake in Hadley, MN, with 125' of shoreline. The house sleeps 10 (with a max. of 12 to allow for infants & small children)
This 1930's Craftsman is filled with European antiques to offer you a getaway like no other. The home offers a full-service kitchen, television with DirectTV and DVD player, on-site laundry, fresh linens and towels, and a game room complete with board games and table soccer. We offer a canoe and life jackets free of charge for our guests, as well as two additional canoes, a pedal boat and a row boat available for daily rentals, a boat dock to fish from, and a fire pit with firewood available for purchase. We'd love to have you and your companions enjoy a ladies getaway, scrapbooking or quilting retreat, family reunion or vacation getaway here!
Summit Lake Lodge features appealing landscaping with a bench along the shore to watch and listen to the wildlife, let the children play and swim along the shoreline, pet the horses in the pasture or sit out on the deck enjoying the quiet and peacefulness of rural Minnesota. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including bluegill, redear sunfish, channel catfish, crappie and largemouth bass here.
RECONNECT & RECHARGE AT THIS PRIVATE LAKESIDE RETREAT!
Guests will have the opportunity to spread out in this large home and have the freedom to explore around this quiet, family-friendly lake. With a large, fully-equipped kitchen, you can prepare your meals as you like as you spend your day enjoying your friends and family. Come to Summit Lake Lodge to recharge and renew your spirit. You won't be sorry!
Slayton is only 5 miles away and has much to offer for all ages and interests. Step back in time in the historic Dinehart/Holt House and the Murray County Historical Museum (my favorite time to see it is when they have it all decked out for a haunted Halloween). Pick apples at the apple orchard north of Slayton, splash in the zero entry pool or zip down the giant water slide at Slaytona Beach West in the summer, and enjoy one of the several parks anytime of the year. With a bustling downtown, Slayton offers a wide variety of shops. Stop by the local bakery early so that you don't miss out on their fabulous glazed yeast donuts, then head over to Left Bank Cafe for fresh roasted coffee. Now that you have fuel for shopping, you'll have to decide whether you'd like to pick up something unique and flashy at One Stop Diva Shop or admire the beautiful home decor items at The Hut. If you're looking to update your wardrobe, you won't want to miss a stop at Geyerman's. My personal favorite store in Slayton is Second Wind Antiques & More, which has a wide array of bargains and a continually changing inventory. After you've worked up an appetite, you will have a number of restaurants to choose from including Pizza Ranch, Subway, Hub Drive Inn, Left Bank Cafe, or The Grain Exchange. Pizza Ranch will deliver to Summit Lake Lodge as well, or you can take subs back to enjoy on the deck.
A stay at Summit Lake Lodge will provide you a private lakeside getaway just off Hwy. 30 between Lake Wilson and Slayton. For reference, Pipestone is 23 miles to the west, Marshall Is 38 miles to the north, and Worthington is 35 miles to the south, and it is 74 miles from Sioux Falls, SD. The renowned Wilder Pageant in Walnut Grove, MN, is a quick 35 miles away, and on the way is the Wheels Across the Prairie Museum in Tracy, MN. For some family-friendly hiking, playgrounds, a lookout tower and a historic cabin, spend the day exploring 700 acre Garvin County Park, which is north of Slayton on Hwy 59.
Property Manager
Stephanie Korver
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 20, 2018
About Stephanie Korver
Kyle and I grew up in the area, married just out of high school and attended college together at South Dakota State University in Brookings, SD. Kyle commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Air Force in 1997 and we have been stationed in Oklahoma, Alaska, North Dakota, Belgium, Kansas and Germany. In fall 2010, the kids and I moved to this home in SW MN to be near my parents while Kyle deployed to Qatar for 16 months. This home now houses our antiques that we acquired from our overseas travels, provides us a vacation home while we continue our Air Force adventure, and is our long-term 'forever home' which we plan to move back to when Kyle's Air Force career has reached its end.
Stephanie Korver purchased this House in 2010
Why Stephanie Korver chose Hadley
Kyle and I wanted a home in SW MN, near family, that would provide the kids and I a retreat while he served our country during a 16-month deployment. We love antiques, homes with Craftsman character, and the serenity of rural lake life, and this home fit our family perfectly. It just so happened that my parents had done much of the work years earlier when my dad purchased pasture land surrounding Summit Lake in Hadley, MN, as an anniversary gift for my mother in 1997. Over the years, they developed the property, parceling out large lots and selling them to the public. They moved their 1936 Craftsman home from nearby Iona, MN, in 2002, placing it on a full basement, attaching a 3+ garage and remodeling the kitchen. My parents agreed to sell the home to us in 2010, and it allowed them to downsize to a smaller home across the road. We look forward to being able to spend more time there in the future with the incredible views, relaxing lake activities, and the calm of nature. Summit Lake Lodge symbolizes family, togetherness, and the simplicity of rural lake life and holds a very dear place in our hearts.
What makes this House unique
This home is a true gem because it is wonderfully decorated in European antiques and treasures picked up in Belgium, France, and Germany. It has Craftsman character, oak floors, and a view of the lake that is sure to lower anyone's blood pressure. Summit Lake Lodge is a perfect mix of high class design and relaxed livability. Even with all of our world travels, rural Summit Lake in SW MN is truly our favorite place to be!
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Accessible
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12
- Main Floor Bedroom1 queen
- Sunrise Room Upstairs - Red Room1 double, 2 twin/ single, 1 child bed
- Sunset Room - Upstairs1 king, King can be separated into two twins
- Master Suite in Lower Level1 king, 1 twin/ single, Can be arranged as three twin beds
- King size beds (2) One king bed upstairs which can be made into two twins, as well as one king bed in the ground floor bedroom which can be made into two twins, and a third twin bed in that room., Queen size Beds (1) One queen bed in main floor bedroom would be great for someone with limited mobility and not wanting to go up/down stairs., Double Beds (1) One double bed in upstairs bedroom with twin daybed and additional pull-out mattress., Twin or Single Beds (6) The possibility of 6 twins (plus an additional pull-out twin) in 3 bedrooms if no king beds are needed., Child Beds (1) Toddler daybed in upstairs sitting area was handcrafted from an antique 3/4 bed from France., Baby Cribs (1) Pack and play available to be set up in any room.
Bathrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Main Floor Bathroomtoilet, combination tub/shower
- Lower Level Bathroom Attached to Mastertoilet, combination tub/shower
- Upstairs Bathroomtoilet, combination tub/shower
- Three full baths, each with its own tub/shower combination. One bathroom per level.
Location Type
- Lake ViewUnblocked view of a rural lake, complete with geese, fish, turtles!
- LakefrontBeautiful Craftsman-style home with 125' of shoreline on peaceful and scenic 81 acre Summit Lake. Good for fishing, canoeing, and relaxing with family and friends. Located 5 miles from Murray County's seat, Slayton, MN, and 15 miles from the largest lake in the area, Lake Shetek.
- RuralIf you are looking to get peace and quiet this is the getaway for you! Conveniently located just off the highway w/ a town of 50 within walking distance & a town with all amenities 5 miles away.
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Iron & Board
- Air ConditioningCentral air throughout the home keeps things comfortable in all temperatures.
- FireplaceElectric fireplace in main floor living room.
- Fitness Room / EquipmentLonger treadmill with incline feature located with a lake view and television!
- GarageAvailable parking in garage for an additional fee sometimes (depends on availability)...just ask!
- Hair Dryer
- HeatingCentral heating throughout the home keeps things comfortable in all temperatures.
- InternetThere is a weak signal from the lodge manager's house, but you will be able to check your email from the lodge. Free internet hotspots are available in Slayton, which is only 5 miles away.
- Clothes Dryer
- Linens ProvidedAll linens are provided for the beds.
- Living Room
- ParkingPlenty of parking in the driveway and cul-de-sac means lots of room for a family gathering.
- Parking Off Street
- Parking for RV/Boat/TrailerNearby campground with seven full hook-up sites - Camp Summit, Hadley, MN. It's just a ten minute walk away and located right across from the public boat launch on Summit Lake! Playset, too!
- Towels ProvidedTowels are provided for showering, but please bring your own beach towels to take out to the lake.
- Washing MachineHigh-efficiency front loader on the main floor makes it easy to make sure that you have enough clean laundry for your getaway! Bring your own laundry soap and basket.
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Coffee MakerWho can live without their coffee? I can't! We even offer a crank-style coffee bean grinder if you need it fresh and don't mind waiting for it! Bring your own beans!
- Dishes & UtensilsAll dishes and utensils are provided, even accommodating larger groups.
- DishwasherNice, quiet dishwasher and provided dishwasher tablets make it easy to clean up after meals!
- Freezer
- KitchenFull kitchen with range, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, blender, ice cream maker and all pots, pans, plates, cups and utensils that you need!
- Cooking UtensilsThe kitchen is stocked with the usual pots, pans, dinnerware, coffee maker and toaster, as well as an ice cream maker and a crockpot.
- Oven
- Pantry ItemsSome of the basics are at the lodge, left by previous guests. There are groceries available in nearby Slayton, which is 5 miles away so you can stock with whatever you might need!
- Refrigerator
- StoveCeramic-top, four burner stove makes meal prep easy.
- Toaster
Dining
- Child's Highchair
- DiningDine as a group of six at our antique Belgium oak table indoors or on the deck overlooking the lake. There is a high table for four right in the kitchen too, so this is a great place to hang out!
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 10 people
Entertainment
- BooksBooks are everywhere if you want to curl up in a quiet place and read.
- CD Player
- DVD PlayerBring your own DVDs for the kids!
- Foosball
- Game RoomThe family room on the ground level has a walkout to the lake, complete with a granite-top game table and foosball.
- GamesNumerous board games in our game room for all ages will give you memories of a vacation to remember!
- Satellite / CableDirectTV on all 3 TV's
- Stereo
- TelevisionThree televisions with Direct TV. 48' flat screen in main floor living room, 36' television in ground level family room, and small flat screen in front of treadmill in game room.
- ToysWe get so many compliments about the great European wooden doll house and furniture that we have available for the kids! Books, puzzles, Fisher Price Little People and rocking horse, too!
Outside
- BoatDock and nearby public boat launch. Pedal boat available for only $30 for your entire visit. Guests are responsible for getting it from garage to lake and returning it at the end of their stay.
- Deck / PatioCedar table with chairs for eating a meal on the deck with a view of the lake, as well as a front patio with chairs.
- GolfNicely groomed, well-designed 9-hole course just over five miles away north of nearby Slayton, MN.
- Kayak / CanoeOne complimentary canoe available for our guests, with two additional canoes and a rowboat available for rent for $15/day. Life jackets available, use caution because no lifeguard is on duty.
- Lawn / GardenLots of space to run on this rural plot of land by the lake! Pasture nearby with horses to pet, too.
- Outdoor GrillWe added a charcoal grill for our guests due to overwhelming demand, so there you go! Bring your own charcoal.
- Porch / VerandaSeating in the front of the house in the shade gives you a nice view of the horse pasture. Just ask and we can bring out a picnic table, too! I know that growing up I loved to 'picnic' in the yard!
Suitability
- wheelchair accessibleWheelchair ramp to main entrance available upon request but not overall wheelchair accessible.
Pool / Spa
- Communal PoolJust 5 miles away in Slayton, Slaytona Beach offers a zero-entry pool with fountains, slides, and basketball hoops. It's a newer pool and is sure to entertain the children on a sunny day!
Attractions
- churches
- library
- live theater
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- water parks
Leisure Activities
- paddle boating
- antiquing
- bird watching
- boating
- eco tourism
- horseshoes
- beachcombing
- photography
- shelling
- shopping
- sledding
- walking
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- hunting
- basketball court
- cycling
- fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- cross country skiing
- ice skating
- kayaking
- snowmobiling
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- water tubing
Notes
- We have a fire pit outdoors, and fire wood is available locally or you may bring your own. Horses nearby are always available for petting, and occasionally for a group wagon ride at no cost to our guests. (Although Dale will graciously accept tips!) There is good fishing in the lake, with a variety of fish including 3 ft northern pikes that have been caught right off the bank by the house. Just a short walk away, we offer a private, small, sandy beach to our guests that will give the kids great memories of swimming in the lake! Our property offers a unique, European bed and breakfast feel combined with Minnesota hospitality, the privacy of a home on the prairie, and a genuine escape from the busyness and stresses of normal life. Get away from it all at Summit Lake Lodge...and leave refreshed, re-energized and recharged!
48 Reviews
Latest reviews
Hadley House, Christmas 2017
Modern lodging option on the prairies
Amazing Experience!
Was a great get away! Quiet & relaxing! Can't wait to come back!
Relaxing and beautiful
The property was clean and comfortable with a lovely yard and lake view.
Location
Fishing, boating and swimming in 81 acre Summit Lake. Walking trails, park, ball field (featuring Hadley Buttermakers) and a Community Center with meals, refreshments and ice nearby. A short walk away, Camp Summit offers full hook-up sites for RVs and campers, as well as a Rainbow Playground. Added features include bustling downtown shopping (antiquers and bargain shoppers will enjoy Second Wind on Main Streetand The Hut has gorgeous decor items), restaurants, churches, parks, grocery store, and beautiful 9-hole golf course 5 miles away in Slayton, MN. The swimming pool in Slayton is a fun stop for families with a zero entry pool with sprinklers, twisting water slide, and diving board. Murray County's largest lake is Lake Shetek, only 15 miles away. Murray County also hosts a looped portion of the Casey Jones Bike Trail near Currie. Heading north on the bike trail from End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum you observe farm crops up close, tall corn, soybeans thick with pods and new mown alfalfa perfumes the air. Then Lake Shetek named by the Dakota (means Lake Pelican) meanders north around the headwaters of the Des Moines River at the Currie Dam. Here kingfishers dive for minnows and families picnic while watching their fishing poles. Rest spots, scenic overlooks, the Shetek Monument, Smith Lake, wildflowers, birds and animals enhance the bike trail and when you return to End-O-Line Park, a tour and indoor/outdoor fun for the whole family can be enjoyed. The bike trail is approximately six miles of hard surface, easy-rolling hills.