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Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB

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A stone fire pit with a metal frame and a green trash can nearby.
A patio area with a view of a pond, a seating arrangement, and a grassy landscape in the background.
A wooden entertainment center with a flat-screen TV, shelves with decorative items, and a built-in seating area.
A lakeside property with multiple houses, a grassy area, and trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, a stainless steel sink, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • On beach
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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St Joseph, MN
  • Place, College of Saint Benedict
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Saint John's University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, The Ledge Amphitheater
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB

Quiet location and lake home for a couple or family of six or less to discover the beauty of a crystal clear lake less than an hour and a half from the Twin Cities. Full kitchen, living room, home theatre system with cable and internet access, three bedrooms with two queen beds, extra long bunk beds and the blackout curtains are just perfect for a good night’s sleep. New appliances and remodeled bathroom will impress. Hundred feet of shoreline with dock and firepit. A boat launch access is available for a fee of $25 from the Rod and Gun Club. Minutes away from St. John's University, the College of St. Benedict, and St. Cloud State University. Enjoy the Lake Wobegon Trail, a 63-mile great hike and bike pathway, or wonderful fishing with bass, walleye, northern, and sunfish. Great golf courses are available nearby in St. Cloud, Sartell, Cold Spring, Richmond and Albany.

This lake is not heavily populated - so the atmosphere is very peaceful. There is no public boat access. There are few jet skis on the lake; kayaks and pontoons dominate. Bring your kayak or paddle boards, if you would like. There is also very good fishing, with walleye, northerns , and sunnys. Also in the winter months, great cross-country skiing and snowmobiling.

Pretty of great restaurants and bars in St. Joseph which is a five-minute drive away, including Obbnicks, a wonderful new whiskey distillery.

No pets, no smoking.

Off-street parking is available for two large vehicles.

Owners have a private residence in the lower level of this property with a private, separate entrance so as not to disturb your visit and respect your privacy. They are rarely there.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children defined as 16 and under
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on property
GUESTS: ONLY registered guests are welcome on the property. Must have name, address, ph #, license # of every car on site.
FIREARMS: While we are not against them, our insurance does not allow them. So, NONE are allowed on the premises. DRUGS: NO drug use policy.
QUIET HOURS: 10:00 PM and before 8:00 AM. ANY unauthorized gathering will be charged a $500 fee

Important information

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Property # 4710263
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

St. Joseph

Located in St. Joseph, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The Ledge Amphitheater and Stearns History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Benedicta Arts Center and Paramount Theater. Travelling with kids? Consider Minnesota Amateur Baseball Hall of Fame and Summerland Family Fun Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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St Joseph, MN

What's nearby

  • College of Saint Benedict - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Saint John's University - 11 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Saint John's Abbey - 13 min drive - 16.4 km
  • The Ledge Amphitheater - 13 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Joe Faber Field - 14 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • St. Cloud Station - 20 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪China Star Buffet - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪China One - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB?

As of 17 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB on 11 Jan, 2027 start from S$767, 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 at Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB located?

This St. Joseph holiday home is on the beach, 3 mi (4.8 km) from College of Saint Benedict, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mississippi River and Saint John's Beach. Quarry Park and Nature Preserve and Benedicta Arts Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 38 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the view of Lake Watab. It is an absolute fantastic location and neighborhood! The hosts were also kind to accomodate a change for us to arrive a day early which was so very appreciated! They also quickly responded to questions. Overall really great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct, 2026
Thanks Jodi. Hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake, lovely back deck, our favorite place to sit. Quite neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept, 2026
Thank you Tracey. Hope to see you again soon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you have a family of five or less, this is a phenomenal spot for a an extended stay to hang out. Recharge and explore the surrounding area even better with lake access in the summer. host was great and respons. The only negative really is that it is not quite as open as the pictures make it seem. And parking, if you do not have a singular family,but instead multiple groups meeting up, is a problem. Clean family friendly and location is great and centraly located
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct, 2026
Thank you Soren. Hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great access to lake! Nice stay for a Bennie/Johnnie alumni!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were very accommodating! Very relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2026
Thanks Kari. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Lake Watab! We had everything we needed, from a suitable kitchen to a comfy bed. Hot showers and AC as needed when the weather became unusually warm. We met our hosts, and they told us about many more things we want to come back and see. We hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2026
Thank you Marjorie We would very much enjoy having you back
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Coming Home

Had a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2025
Thanks Beth. Since you had such a great time we were hoping a five star would be in order. Hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay.

Stayed with a group of work friends. This place was great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2021
Thanks Mike. We look forward to having you again!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Check in - we arrived and were unable to open the door as the code that had been sent through the VRBO app was wrong, the owner was reachable thankfully and provided a new code that worked, thank goodness.Environment - When we were able to get inside of the house, it was so hot it was unbearable. We switched on all of the AC units in the bedrooms and left the house - this was one of those days where the smoke outside was thick so unfortunately we were not able to open the windows to cool off the house given the air quality. The AC units seemed to work as the temperature was more tolerable when we returnedCleanliness - the kitchen had not been thoroughly cleaned - we found a bag of old takeout in the fridge that hadn't been cleaned out (it was not ours). The bed had a spider crawling on it, which was suboptimal.There were so many glitches with the check in, it felt like the owner forgot we were going to stay there. Overall, sadly this was a big disappointment, we ended up leaving early and not returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2026
We have been doing this for a long time. As you can see a very large portion of our reviews are great. However there are always those unfortunately who don't read the website or texts before they arrive. That makes things very difficult. As always we email/text the front code the night before. The guest did not read that and blamed the host for the issue. This guest also arrived with a disabled person in a walker that couldn't maneuver the few steps we have. We clearly state our home is NOT handicap accessible. This was the point they decided to leave. They were literally here 20 minutes. This had nothing to do with anything else they stated, which was not accurate. It was very clear that they were not VRBO-type guests. Please be warned!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

SJU Football Weekend

Great location close to St. Joe and SJU campus! Enjoyed the weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2025
Thanks Sean, hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

We were in town to watch our son play for the Rox.

The property was quiet and nice. The dock offered a great spot to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2023
Thank you Jackson’s. Hope to have you back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time

Wonderful setting on Watab Lake. Full moon rising over the lake was gorgeous!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2023
Thank you Gary.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Minnesota vacation with family

Nice quiet neighborhood. Nice lake property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun, 2022
Thanks for the review Patrick. Hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GREAT LAKE ESCAPE

The stay was amazing. The home was close to all the great things central minnesota has to offer. It was a homey space, and the backyard was stunning. It was peaceful and quiet, nd the lake was very clean. The beach was a huge bonus. Great place. Great area. Even better hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2024
Thanks Hayden, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again soon. Best, Cici and John
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Serene neighborhood

The view from back deck was beautiful! The hosts were very nice. The neighbors were all friendly also. We enjoyed our first visit to MN and plan to come back. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2024
Thank you for the nice review. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
After staying and reading prior reviews and the way the host belittles anyone who speaks out I reluctantly am going to post knowing I will get the same result from their response. Our trip at this Vrbo was anything but easy! We walked in the front door to a 1990s looking home that smelled like it had been shut all summer, very musty and we had to run a fan. Went to the kitchen and found a serious ant problem so never mind going to the store and bringing anything back. But the worst was getting up the 1st morning and there was almost ZERO hot water. Upon contacting the host he said he would come look at it while we were out, and a plumber..joke! He texted us and said it was working fine. When we got home I put the plug in the tub and was only able to fill it 3 inches of lukewarm water before it turned ice cold. Due to how he/she responded to prior reviews I was not comfortable contacting him again so we not only paid for a horrible home but also a very nice lady at the local hotel let us come shower each morning, had to pay for it but at least it was a warm shower. Then nowhere in the listing does it state the owner lives/stays on the premises. Both were there the whole time in the basement, very uncomfortable!! Then the master bed, you may as well sleep outside on the concrete. They claim it’s an “air bed” but when at 1 or 100 it’s miserably hard! Very disappointing. Only nice part was the lake, if hot enough out you could bathe out there. Don’t spend your money here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept, 2026
Well, nothing like gas-lighting the host for trying to do good things for the guests. VRBO warned us NOT to accept these guests for their stay. In our kindness, we did accept this last-minute reservation. We had guests several days before these guests and everything was just fine for them. These guests suggested there was no hot water, so we called a plumber, as well as traveled two hours to see if we could help sooner as several plumbers we called were a day out. When we arrived, the hot water was working fine. The new Sleep Number bed also works just fine. Also, it clearly states on the website that the hosts may be there in the lower level that has a private entrance on occasion. We were only there because of the “so-called” lack of hot water. We had no intention of being there that weekend. These guests just wanted something to complain about and just wanted a refund. We should have listened to VRBO and not booked these guests. Be warned!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific Neighborhood

My family and I loved staying here, the house was perfect. Bedroom space was great, the kitchen was sufficient to cook while we were there, access to the lake was great, the yard was very well kept up. the neighborhood was really nice and full of friendly people. We will come back again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun, 2022
Thank you Chris for the nice review. Hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

SJU Reunion

Three fellas back for their 35th reunion from all parts of the country. Very comfortable and accurate description. Went for a swim and sat on the dock too. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2022
Thanks Shawn. Hope to see you back again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location

June 2

Very nice. Beds are a bit too hard, need a regular coffee maker, re do back porch for splinters and cushions on the porch chairs. Enjoyed our stay none the less. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2025
Thank you for the review. In response to several of you comments, we have found that most of our guests say they wanted a Keurig coffee maker and we provided a few days of coffee for our guests. The two queen beds are both adjustable Sleep Number beds so they can be made harder or softer. The remotes were right on the night stand. We have not put cushions on the new deck furniture as they get wet. Thanks again for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

What a beautiful property. We had a little hiccup with the website so reached out to the owners, John and Cici we absolutely amazing! They were extremely helpful and quick to respond. I highly recommend this property and would 100% come back. Thank you John and Cici, you were awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2023
Thank you Chris and Allison. So glad you enjoyed it.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Well kept.

Everything was good. The couches were very low , especially for people our age. I have had bth knees replaced and when I sat down I was only about a foot off the ground, but everything else was fine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2021
Niall, thank you for the review. Sorry to hear about the couches. You are the first to comment on this. We will investigate this asap. We hope you will visit us again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Good Place in a Quiet Setting

We enjoyed the fully stocked kitchen. The dining table is not very practical at bar height, it's extremely small, and there are only four chairs in the whole house though the house rents for six people. The mattresses are comfortable. Thanks! The AC is not adequate to the house. Certain rooms are comfy while others get little air. Ceiling fans would help a lot too. The bathtub is terribly slippery and grab bars are needed. There are not enough towels supplied for a week's stay when one is not provided a washer/dryer. Nice place overall; fit our needs quite well. Way too many silly rules in a book that people don't read. Shorten the notes to the important things - bullet them - and move on. Quiet neighborhood; good for walking.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

The lake was nice

Conflict with the host set the tone for an uncomfortable stay. The smoke detector battery was chirping at 1:30 am the first night. We replaced the batteries at our own expense to fix the issue since this type of thing can happen. The gas grill is not for guest use and we mistakenly uncovered it to take a look. We did not use the grill, but the host became very upset with us. Our apologies fell on deaf ears. Guests may use the charcoal grill, but only lighter fluid is provided. You need to get your own charcoal. We did not grill during our stay. Owners were present in their basement unit for much of our stay seemingly unaware of the boundaries they established. The deck is for guest use yet each time we left the property, the deck furniture was re-arranged. The owners do not seem to want to host as minimum effort is put into maintaining the property or making the stay comfortable for guests. The lake was very nice, but we will not be returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2025
The guests obviously did not read the lake home guidelines that are on the website and in the newly remodeled lake home upon entry. It clearly states that the lower patio and gas grill are for the owners only, who are rarely on-site. They did use the gas grill and clearly deceived us about that. No apologies were offered by the guests. There is charcoal grill for guests use with lighter fluid and charcoal, which was in the closet. The guests again clearly did not review the guidebook. We were on-site for two days and one night. We again rarely were present around the guests. We never are in the guests’ space as claimed by the guests. They had three more people stay on the property than they stated and allowed. We change the batteries in the smoke alarms every quarter, so I am suspect they died on our guests, given what we saw. We did offer to pay for the batteries, and they declined. Very deceitful guests. We would change our rating on them, if we could.
Verified review

8/10 Good

St. Joe rental home

The property is the top part of a family home. There is a private entrance, full kitchen, great room, bedrooms and bath. The owners were in the private lower part of the home for part of our stay and we were notified of when they would be there. This was not a problem for us since we left by mid morning and didn’t return until later in the evening. The neighborhood is very quiet and this property is quite lovely with a large yard, fire pit and dock. There are no laundry appliances available, since we were there for a week, we did not have fresh towels for the whole of our stay. There is a large tv in the great room but no instructions on how to connect to their service. I received a quick response when I sent a request for assistance. Unfortunately, it wasn’t specific enough and we never were able to get it to work. Didn’t really matter to us, but I suggested a written, detailed instruction sheet be left with the remotes. If you haven’t experienced well water in the past, the slight odor of the water maybe offensive. Overall, we were satisfied and would consider staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Thank you for the review. Cici and I take great care in making sure everything is up to excellent standards for our guests. We made sure that you were aware that we may be present in the lower level when you arrived. We were not there at all that week. Additionally, it is quite clear that laundry facilities are not provided on the Homeaway website. While premier towels are provided for our guests (two of you), we never set the expectations that they would be cleaned for the week. It is interesting however that you bring this up because you used all six sets of towels in all three bedrooms over the week. Lastly, we have never had an issue with the 65 in. flat screen TV and home theatre system from previous guests. Maybe they were just tech savvy. We will address this with more clear, written instructions. Also, we never had someone suggest that was a slight odor from the well water. It is crystal clear and very drinkable. Again, thank you for your comments and review. We hope you do visit us again soon.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Have you ever seen the VBRO commercials with Nick Saban and the list of rules. That is this place. They had 5 pages of rules!!!! EXTRA PERSON CHARGE - Even with all of there house rules, they do not follow the law!!! MN has a price transparency law where even in a VBRO additional fees must be listed in the advertising (which the owner writes). As you will see the listing sleeps 6, the first line in the description of the property states for a couple or family up to 6. NO WHERE does it list any fees. I was charged 400 for extra guests!!!! When asked I was told they charge 50 night per person over 4 people!!!!! * They list air conditioning; however, they do not have central air. They have room units. One of the guest rooms with the queen bed has no unit. It’s also listed in one of their rules although they have these they prefer that don’t use them because they cost money so just open a window.*The couches were very used up. One of the couches had boards under the cushions. Between people sinking into the cushions and the couches being so low they were very difficult to get out of even for middle aged people.*The house is on a lake, that is true; however, there is a very steep hill to get down there and when you do get down there is so much goose poop. As you will see in reviewing other reviews these are not new concerns it’s just how this property is - lots of rules, hidden fees, and an inaccurate listing. Not worth the trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2025
I will try to make my response polite, but it will be difficult. This guest clearly does NOT follow the little guidelines we have; that all VRBOs have. They clearly are NOT experienced VRBO guests. There are no hidden fees. All are on the VRBO website. The guests do not read well. They booked for 6 people and showed up with seven or more. We were not on-site, but we know this based on how messy things were when it was cleaned. They did NOT follow clean up guidelines at ALL. It was awful! The booking clearly states that having over four people is an extra charge. When they booked it, they saw the fees and paid for them. They complained after the fact. There is air conditioning through the entire house, as well as two large fans, so their statement is TOTALLY FALSE! The couches are new leather sofas, another totally false claim! The house is on a beautiful lake. Not one guest has EVER said the hill to the lake is steep. Is there goose poop by lake? Yes! Some! It’s a lake resort, and it also has a beautiful 100 shoreline with a sandy beach! These guests obviously do NOT know what a lake vacation is. My strong recommendation is to NOT book these guests ever!

About the host

Hosted by John Welsh

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John and Cici's lake home is located in St. Joseph, Minnesota, United States. They know the area very well as Cici went to St. Ben's and John is a Johnnie. And their daughter is a Bennie and two sons were Johnnies. John and Cici both grew up in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul and have lived in Minnesota there entire lives. They have a warm and welcoming atmosphere here on this quiet and peaceful lake for you to enjoy!

Welcome!

Why they chose this property

Located in St. Joseph, this lake home is in a rural area near the College of St. Benedict and St. John's University. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.

You will arrive in a quiet lakeshore neighborhood that is just 3 miles off Interstate 94 in St. Joseph, MN. At the St. Joseph exit, turn right and proceed 2.5 miles to Hwy 75. Turn right. After 0.5 miles, turn left on Hwy 2 (at Holiday Station). Proceed approximately 2 miles, then turn right on Crestview Dr. (Pleasant Acres wooden sign). Go approximately 1 mile to 9275 (green home on the right). Please park on the right side of the driveway. There is no public transportation.

What makes this property unique

As you enter the Pleasant Acres neighborhood in beautiful St. Wendel Township with your windows rolled down, you'll smell the pines, birch, oak, and maple trees and see the gorgeous Lake Watab. This private & comfortable 1900 sf lake home has a separate entrance and is filled with calm, quiet, and peacefulness. Deer, loons, ducks, cranes & mallards return to their favorite lake, for you to enjoy. A peaceful place to swim, canoe, read, rest, relax, and reflect!

About your lake home stay:
• Full newly remodeled kitchen with new, high-quality appliances with high-top seating with dishes, silverware, glassware, and many extras, for your convenience.
• Living room stays cozy with leather L-shaped sofas to watch movies, sporting events, and the news on your 65 in. home entertainment theatre with cable and internet access.
• Three bedrooms, two with a one queen bed, one with extra long bunk beds.
• Beautifully decorated with deck and lawn furniture and BBQ grill for your use.
• and remodeled bathroom.
• Hundred feet of shoreline with dock and firepit for a quiet bonfire.
• Off-street parking.
• Full bathroom with shower/tub combo and two large vanities.
• Gorgeous views of Lake Watab.
• Prices listed are for up to 4 adults and two children 12 and under
• Each person after 4 will be charged an additional $50 per night.

The Neighborhood:
• Quaint local shopping, farm markets, bakery, coffee shop & antiquing.
• Local restaurants within 5 minutes, in all directions, serve everything from delicious pizza, authentic Italian Cuisine, Craft Beer, Whiskey Distillery, and trendy Cider Mill.
• The College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University are just several coffee sips away!
• A public boat launch access is available.
• Enjoy the Lake Wobegon Trail, 63-mile great hike and bike pathway, or wonderful fishing with bass, walleye, northern and sunfish.
• Great golf courses are available nearby in St. Cloud, Sartell, Cold Spring, Richmond, and Albany.

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