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Private Lakefront Cabin - Sandy Swimming - Amazing Sunset

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Even better in person
    Guests say this property exceeds expectations.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
Sleeps 12•4 bedrooms•5 beds

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Darwin, MN
  • Place, Washington Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Green Lake
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Sugar Lake
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Private Lakefront Cabin - Sandy Swimming - Amazing Sunset

Lakefront Escape with Sandy Swimming, Sunset Views & Pontoon Rental

Escape to a peaceful lakefront retreat just a short drive from the Twin Cities. Whether you're planning a family vacation, fishing trip, couples getaway, or relaxing weekend with friends, this private lakeside cabin offers everything you need to unwind.

Wake up to beautiful lake views, spend the day swimming in crystal-clear water with a firm sandy bottom, and end each evening watching spectacular western sunsets from the spacious deck.

Why Guests Love Staying Here

• Private lakefront property on a quiet, low-traffic drive

• Clear water with a sandy swimming area that's perfect for kids and adults

• Large lakeside deck with plenty of seating for morning coffee, meals, and sunset cocktails

• Gorgeous western exposure for unforgettable sunset views

• Fire pit near the water for s'mores and evenings under the stars

• Detached sunroom—perfect for reading, games, or relaxing rain or shine

• Peaceful wooded setting with abundant birds and wildlife

• On-site pontoon rental available (upon request and availability) so you can spend even more time enjoying the lake

Whether you're fishing from the dock, floating in the clear water, grilling dinner on the deck, or simply listening to the loons at sunset, this is the perfect place to slow down and reconnect with family and friends.

Book your next lake vacation and experience one of Minnesota's hidden gems.

Amenities to highlight:

High-speed Wi-Fi
Smart TV with streaming
Air conditioning
Fully equipped kitchen
Grill
Fishing dock
Life jackets
Miscellaneous floaties and lily pad
Outdoor dining
Fire ring and nearby firewood for sale
Lawn chairs provided for outdoor use around fire etc
Washer & dryer
Self check-in
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2667497vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Darwin

Located in Darwin, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. Litchfield Golf Club and Meadow Links Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Depot Museum and Dassel-Cokato Performing Arts Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
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Darwin, MN

What's nearby

  • Washington Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pleasant Lake - 37 min drive - 61.7 km
  • Green Lake - 44 min drive - 63.3 km
  • Sugar Lake - 46 min drive - 72.7 km
  • Warner Lake Park - 52 min drive - 76.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dassel Liquor - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Swan's Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty's Tavern - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Lakefront Cabin - Sandy Swimming - Amazing Sunset pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Lakefront Cabin - Sandy Swimming - Amazing Sunset?

As of 31 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Lakefront Cabin - Sandy Swimming - Amazing Sunset on 7 Oct 2026 start from £667, 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 Private Lakefront Cabin - Sandy Swimming - Amazing Sunset?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Lakefront Cabin - Sandy Swimming - Amazing Sunset?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Lakefront Cabin - Sandy Swimming - Amazing Sunset?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Lakefront Cabin - Sandy Swimming - Amazing Sunset located?

Nestled on the beach, this Darwin cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Washington Lake, Minnesota Twine Ball and Darwin City and Township Hall. Jewitt Lake and Sioux Lake are also within 6 miles (10 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. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Casey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, excellent host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely property! Exceeded our expectations. The screen porch, with beverage frig, was our adult space!! The kids loved the loft, even put on a puppet show for us. A nice sturdy dock and thank goodness for the warm weather to enjoy the great water toys. We did a lot of fishing. Bon fire right on the lake shore with a beautiful sunset!! AahhhhhJoe, you were incredibly accommodating. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

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

Great cabin!

Perfect place to spend the weekend relaxing, great cabin, beautiful lake, and lots of fun games and toys for the kids!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2022
Thanks Rebecca! We are glad the toys in the loft are getting out to good use and that you still enjoyed the rainy weekend :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

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

Weekend Away

Great place for a weekend away with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2022
Thanks for being an outstanding guest, Rachel. We hope to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

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

Great getaway!

The property had a cozy feel, was easy to find and close enough to a place to get groceries. The lake was beautiful and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2022
Thanks, Jill! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was a beautiful quiet spot access to Lake Stella to go in the water was shallow enough we could go in and wait around and have fun very nice property the bedrooms each one of them was so separated that they were not next to each other so sleeping was the best very nice place we will go again when the grandkids are bigger and we’ll spend a week there
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Lake house

We all enjoyed this lake house - plenty of room inside, extra outdoor patio. Plenty of sun and shade
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2022
Thanks, David. Come again and thanks for being a great guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raleigh D.

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

Classic summer lake experience

Very nice lake house and property on a secluded shady private drive. Absolutely gorgeous view of spectacular sunsets over the water. Handy private dock and wooded lot were also big pluses. If you’re looking for that classic lake vacation, this is a great choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2022
Raleigh- thanks for spending some time at our little slice of heaven. Thanks for being a great guest and take good care.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Stella’s Nest

We stayed here for a week. The home was clean and tidy. Has a great deck to sit and enjoy the sunsets. We enjoyed sitting in the screened in porch. Joe is a great host. He was responsive to our questions prior to arriving and once we arrived. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2022
Thank you both for being such great guests, in return. We look forward to seeing you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric E.

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

Lovely Cabin, all the amenities!

The cabin was well-kept and comfortable. Impressively well stocked kitchen. Comfortable beds and the teenage cousins loved sleeping upstairs in the loft. We had an extended family gathering, long overdue with the pandemic. Location is an ideal distance from the cities and allowed for day trips for family that couldn't stay the night. The board games were a blast each evening and tons of interesting books to browse on rainy days. We didn't even turn on the TV! The WiFi was strong. The lawn proved great for lawn games and the water entry was very shallow and sandy. The cabin faces west and we enjoyed beautiful sunsets each night. Loon calls were lovely. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2022
Eric- you guys are welcome any time, thanks for being great guests and we're glad it was a hit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

emily d.

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

The Best Experience!

My friend wanted a low-key cabin getaway for her bachelorette party, and Stella's Nest was perfect! 8 people were able to comfortably stay in the main house, and the gazebo was a great spot to keep the coolers, pool floats, and extra drinks. Check-in couldn't have been easier, and Joe was very responsive with all questions. He even left a bottle of wine from the nearby winery, which was a very sweet gesture! The only thing that wasn't ideal was I didn't know he had a boat available for our use until a week before our stay, so we cancelled our rental for another boat because we thought it would be easier to rent Joe's (and it was - I have no pontooning experience, and he called me and walked me through how to use his BEAUTIFUL pontoon!) That said, I could have missed it in the listing, or it might not always be available. Overall, everyone was very impressed with how clean, comfortable, and spacious the cabin was, and we'll definitely keep this cabin in mind for future trips!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2022
Emily- thanks for the awesome review. We're glad that you guys loved your stay. Look us up anytime you need another retreat!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2026
And great guests to fill the space!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcus S.

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

Excellent Cabin A-Plus Rating

It was a nice place and owners were very nice to work with!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Joe Schlueter

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We have been on Lake Stella since 1976 and Stella's Nest has been in our family for over 30 years. We grew up local to the area and chose to be on Lake Stella for it's water quality, deep depths and spring fed source.

Why they chose this property

In 1991 we purchased Stella's Nest to take advantage of the double wooded lot, set back cabin, sunset view from deck as well as the uniquely shallow, gradual, pure sand bottom. Three generations of families have learned to swim, fish, canoe, waterski and relax here.

What makes this property unique

A wide variety of birds visit the area. It is a short commute from the cities and it's western location avoids heavy traffic. The house is located on a private drive and quiet location. You have a choice of sun or shade depending on your preferences and weather. A picnic table is located on the deck for your yummy outdoor meals..

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