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Buttercup Hideaway the perfect lake get away!

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Location

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Kitchen
Washer
Fireplace

Explore the area

Kensington, MN

Place, Lake Mary
‪20 min drive‬
Place, Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
‪40 min drive‬
Place, Carlos Creek Winery
‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

King bedroom

1 King Bed

Lake view queen and full bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Queen and full bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main level

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Buttercup Hideaway the perfect lake get away!

Come and enjoy a relaxing retreat on Lake Freeborn! Buttercup Hideaway sits on a private two acre wooded lot with a beautiful view of the lake from the main level deck, lower level patio or lake side around the fire pit! Bring your swim suit and fishing pole for a great time! See you soon!! Enjoy the canoe or kayak. Fire wood stacked at the fire pit is yours to enjoy. There's plenty of off street parking. There's also a 30amp receptacle for camper hook-up if needed. License# 1892

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

$30 charge for each additional guest

Important information

You need to know

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10

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

About the area

Kensington

Located in Kensington, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Douglas County Historical Society and Big Ole Viking Statue are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Casey’s Amusement Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.

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Kensington, MN

What's nearby

Pocket Lake - 17 min drive - 11.1 km
Mill Lake - 18 min drive - 13.5 km
Lake Mary - 20 min drive - 13.9 km
Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 40 min drive - 35.8 km
Carlos Creek Winery - 44 min drive - 40.8 km

Restaurants

‪K-town - ‬15 min drive
‪Kensington Bar & Cafe - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Buttercup Hideaway the perfect lake get away! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Buttercup Hideaway the perfect lake get away!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Buttercup Hideaway the perfect lake get away!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Buttercup Hideaway the perfect lake get away! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kensington holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Blackwell Lake, Kensington Runestone Park and Pocket Lake. Noah's Park and Mill Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

1 Sept, 2025

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

Very cool place, tucked away in the woods, and right next to the public access.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 Jul, 2025

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

Great getaway.

Great place for our annual cabin weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

cathy h.

7 Sept, 2025

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

This is our 5th year at the property, we love the large secluded location on the lake, and the large living space for our group. Very comfortable beds, all the comforts of home and equipment for cooking. We will definitely be back again! Communication is very fast and check in very easy.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald W.

17 Jun, 2025

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

Family get together

This was our second time here with the adult kids.Our only issue was the floor in the main bathroom.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas G.

7 Dec, 2023

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

Cool place

Nice place to stay

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

7 Jul, 2025

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

4th time here!

We enjoy our time here! 4th time! We missed last year only due to our my husband being deployed. Thank you for sharing your cabin with us. We always enjoy our time here. Its quiet and peaceful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

7 Jul, 2025

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

Great Place for a Summer Getaway!

We came with extended family…grandparents down to middle school aged grandchildren. The cabin was clean and spacious. Everyone had their own space but we had lots of room for family games and meals. We loved the kayaks and it was easy to get our boat in the water and hooked up to the dock for tubing and skiing. The kitchen had everything we needed for cooking big meals and the bathrooms were well stocked with towels. We had a great time celebrating the 4th of July as a family and the cabin was the perfect location!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery M.

17 Oct, 2024

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

Repeat guest - large fishing group

Great location to the lakes we fish. Nice layout, the beds are great and enjoyed the large living area and bathrooms.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 Jul, 2022

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

Great stay.

Family/friend yearly tradition. Look forward to this each year.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim m.

27 Feb, 2023

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

Another great stay

This would be our fourth stay here and we are never disappointed. Joe is great and makes sure everything is perfect. Thanks again and we will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

cathy h.

8 Sept, 2024

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

Great Retreat

This is our 4th stay for girls weekend getaway, great property has all the amenities and personal touches to make you feel at home. Great views out any window. Roomy for multille families or groups.We definitely will be back next year.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

26 Jul, 2023

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

Family get together

Joe is an excellent host. The property was very nice and we had good luck fishing.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Coreen R.

21 Aug, 2023

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

Perfect for our annual ladies weekend

Everything was as described in the listing. The owner was very quick to respond to all of our questions and was very helpful when we rented the pontoon. We would definitely book this property again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne E.

27 May, 2025

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

Great for a short getaway!

6 adults and 2 dogs for 4 days, and it didn't feel crowded at all.We brought our pontoon for a weekend of fishing. Nice, sturdy dock to tie to! The lake was calm and quiet with lots of fish to be caught. The host is easy to get in touch with and very responsive. Those steps... Luckily for us, it was nice outside so we didn't have to fight the weather to go from upstairs to down and vice versa, because not everyone in my party felt comfortable using them. That's my only hangup, but we definitely plan to visit again!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

21 Jul, 2023

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

Family fun

We love coming to this place! This was our second year and we booked for next year. We love the campfires, the lake, the privacy and the adorable decorated cabin! Grandma, Grandpa, children & grandkids

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kristi A.

15 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good Property

We all enjoyed our stay. The floor plan is open and the view is nice. We were impressed with the fire pit, the seating options and the yard games. The games downstairs were also a hit. The bedrooms were comfortable and we appreciated the black out curtains. It might be a place we would enjoy again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

cathy h.

10 Sept, 2023

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

Relaxing Girls Getaway

Great secluded getaway. Exceptionally furnished home with lake access. Beautiful property with lots of locations to sit and enjoy the lake, read a book, play yard games, fish, picnic or play in the lake. Very clean and spacious for large family gatherings. This was our 4th year staying and will definitely be renting again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine E.

18 Jul, 2024

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

Family vacation

Had a fabulous time! Weather was perfect, lake was lovely! Lots of fish caught off the dock. Even saw a loon family on the lake! Comfy beds, plenty of room. Stocked with almost anything you needed. Really relaxing! Thank you for sharing your home with us.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

24 Jul, 2023

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

Wonderful

Plenty of space for inside & out for 10 of us. Joe was very nice and welcoming. I loved the beautiful lake view and landscaped flowers. We rented the boat and it worked great. Fire pit area was awesome. We will vacation at the Buttercup again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 Jul, 2021

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

Summer get away

Nice quit lake. House is a s shown. Great place to relax. Owner quick to respond even after we had checked out he responded to me regarding an item we left behind.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

April V.

17 Feb, 2020

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

Family ice fishing trip

Stayed at this property for a long weekend of ice fishing with family (5 adults, 3 kids and 1 dog). House gave us plenty of room to spread out both for sleeping and relaxing. We also rented the ice house which made the fishing convenient and comfortable!! We all had a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gerald W.

16 Jun, 2024

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

Return to Minnesota

From Kentucky

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynette P.

8 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing frenzy

We had a great time catching lots of fish from the dock and out on our boat. Plenty of room inside for our rainy Monday. Landscaping around the house could use some clean up and weeding.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

28 Jun, 2024

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

Family Vacation

All I can say is this cabin is amazing!!! We truly enjoyed our stay!! Loved the views from the cabin- I could have looked out the picture window all day!! Plenty of space for the adults and the children. There were 8 of us all together. We usually go to different cabins each year- but we all agreed on how much we loved this cabin and hope to be back next year!! Thanks for having us!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena O.

2 Aug, 2024

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

Summer Vacation

This property was amazing for our summer vacation. The house was well stocked, the bedrooms were large with comfortable beds, there were multiple gathering areas for socializing and playing games, and the air conditioning was wonderful for a hot week. Outside we loved the swimming area and were able to fish right off the dock. The bonfire area was very nice and hammocks and swings were relaxing. The hosts were very accommodating. They provided many supplies that other rentals do not, which was appreciated. A great stay, highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024