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Livin' the Dream with a whole lot of fun for everyone!

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A wooden deck with outdoor furniture overlooking a calm lake at sunset.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and a microwave.
A bedroom with wooden walls, a bed, a ceiling fan, and a window.
A room with large windows overlooking a deck with outdoor furniture and a lake view.
A cozy cabin interior with two leather sofas, a kitchen area, and a dining table.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Alexandria, MN
  • Place, Lake Ida
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlos Creek Winery
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 2 -upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3-downstairs

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bunk room/family Room

3 Single Bunk Beds

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower

Master Bedroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Livin' the Dream with a whole lot of fun for everyone!

*NEW Kayaks and Paddleboards!
*Ping- pong and carpetball in heated garage. Cedar Sauna.

Livin’ on Laketime, a four season Lakeshore home with 1,800 sq ft. sleeps 12 people comfortably. The large deck overlooks incredible views of Lake Ida with steps down to the dock. Great winter and summer activities. Enjoy the lake all year!!
Looking for a family getaway, this is the place. The downstairs family room has 3 built in bunk beds, in addition to 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and a well equipped kitchen. The heated garage is a great place for family competitions of ping pong and carpet ball. Plenty of rooms for quiet time, games, movie nights, and great conversations. Relax in the sauna with beautiful views of the lake.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please return any outdoor toys, paddle boards, and kayaks to there place and please make sure they are secure.
Please return the outdoor furniture cushions to the front room. Please secure table umbrella to prevent damage in possible winds or storm.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
NO carving or writing names or words into the wood of the walls or bunk beds. Fines will be enforced.
NO SMOKING/VAPING in backyard . Please only smoke out by the end of the driveway. NO MARIJUANA USE ON ANY of the PROPERTY! Fines will be enforced.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 2258
Property # 2492423vb
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
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
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

Alexandria

Located in Alexandria, this cabin is on the waterfront. Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Runestone Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Big Splash Indoor Waterpark and Casey’s Amusement Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Alexandria, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Ida - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 10 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 12 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Lake Latoka - 15 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Lake Mary - 19 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪22 Northmen Brewing Company - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Lure Lakebar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Leaf Valley Mercantile - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lake Miltona Golf Club - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Livin' the Dream with a whole lot of fun for everyone! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Livin' the Dream with a whole lot of fun for everyone!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Livin' the Dream with a whole lot of fun for everyone!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Livin' the Dream with a whole lot of fun for everyone!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Livin' the Dream with a whole lot of fun for everyone! located?

This family-friendly Alexandria cabin is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Ida and within 6 mi (10 km) of Garfield Wildlife Management Area and Lake Miltona. Big Splash Indoor Waterpark and Garfield Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our large group! The kids had multiple places to hang out (which was great) I loved that there was toilet paper, paper towels, napkins, towels, beach towels, extra linens, hand soap, dish soap, dishwasher pods, laundry detergent! It was amazing! Thanks again for sharing your home with us, it was a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication and overall experience. The local fishing in this area is outstanding and would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake view was absolutely beautiful and it was nice to have access to the kayaks and paddle boards. The house was big enough for what we were needing. The host was very quick to respond. The a/c was not working when we initially arrived but she got it taken care of right away so we were able to enjoy a cool house considering the hot temps we had outside. Very much appreciated that. A few areas of the house are in need of some improvement (deck railings) and some of the ceiling tiles were hanging wonky. The pictures made it look like we had more lawn and dock space than what we actually had. Overall, this house was suitable and worked for what we were needing and would consider staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful peaceful time on the water and enjoying the views and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a perfect set up for me and my friends and family!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful, spacious lake home where our entire family enjoyed our yearly vacation. We had all the comforts of home and saw millions of stars at night and beautiful sunrises in the morning!.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a family

It was a great fit for our family
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. The weather was perfect for fishing and relaxing. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lake Stay

Great Lake home with awesome view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great week!

Great family place! Kids loved the bunk room downstairs!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls Weekend

We booked this house for a family girls weekend and it was perfect for our stay! The house was exactly as expected and Karin allowed us to check in early and check out late free of charge! The bunk room was very fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family weekend

Qe had fun. The view was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay!

The property was as pictured and very roomy! The owner was feat with communication and an needs we had! Great amenities and everyone loved the paddle boards! Great doc with lots of fish for viewing and a beach a short boat ride away! Would absolutely recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family time

Lots of room for all of us. Would like to return in the summer to enjoy the outdoors!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Ida

Nice quiet location. Beautiful view of the lake. House was spacious and fit our needs very well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place has an amazing view! Its a great place to stay if you have a large group of people-- tons of space & bunk beds! The large deck could use a little work on the railing, but overall worked well. It needs a new railing on the back door step, too. The house is very clean and spacious otherwise & we enjoyed the sauna, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway in a lake home.

Very clean. Well organized. All the essentials you would need in a home away from home. Nice owners. Great fishing lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ice fishing trip

Karin was a great host. She reached out early on and was easy to connect with. We enjoyed our stay and her lovely home. Thanks Karin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovin the lake life!

Our family was very happy with the house....plenty of room to spread out, play games and work puzzles while it was raining. The view of and access to the lake were great. Canoeing and floating on the "lily pad" were favorite outdoor activities. The sauna was nice, but due to the hot weather, wasn't used up to its potential. Enjoyed sitting around the campfire and making smores. The beds were comfy, kitchen stocked with necessary cooking utensils for meal preparations and the additional refrigerator was great for beverages and ice. Awesome place. Would highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quiet and Peaceful lake home

The view is amazing! Great place for adults to hangout and enjoy each others company. The smoker was a game changer, we made the best ribs anyone’s ever had. Be sure to come with your own firewood. Lots of sleeping options and if traveling with kids they will LOVE the bunk beds. One thing to mention is the lake/dock area was extremely weedy when we were there (July) so swimming off the dock was almost impossible even with the provided lily pad. Great spot for adults tho!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a pleasant stay. Deck size was very nice. Everyone enjoyed the sauna.

The view of the lake was excellent. There were several safety concerns with the property. The iron rail at the entrance was very loose. If anyone were to lean against it they would fall. The steps to the deck are uneven. Two of our family fell. The bathtub needs a non skid mat. The soap scum settles at the back of the tub and does not drain. We all avoided showers after realizing the risk of slipping. Property needs general maintenance. Umbrella for table was broken and could not be used.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Misleading Lake Cabin

We paid a premium weekend rate for a weekend at this property. Be advised, the photos are very carefully taken and cropped to hide that this cabin is a fixer upper in progress. The trash was overflowing when we arrived. The bathrooms are in poor condition, one tub had standing water filled with dead bugs. The lawn had not been mowed for weeks with foot tall thistle in the yard. There was trash outside the property in the flowerbeds. The deck and stairs to the beach are in disrepair and unsteady. We cleaned up dried spaghetti off the deck floor and table so we could eat. One burner on the stove didn’t work. We rented this cabin to be on a lake, and it turns out the sandy lake bottom you expect does not exist here. My family was not comfortable walking directly into deep weeds and being unable to see the lake bottom just two feet from shore. These are not sparse weeds; these weeds were so dense, the sand and your feet were not visible and they were tall. The dock would have been enjoyable had we not had to overlook the pontoon in a state of total disrepair with tools strewn everywhere. The owners have made several cosmetic updates, and ultimately, I think this will become a decent property. But until all the updates are done, I would not recommend staying here. If you are looking for a lake place for a family getaway in Alexandria, this is not it. If you are considering a stay here for any price greater than $150 per night, call a local hotel with a pool instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Visit

We were in town for a family function. The home was perfect for our needs. Very clean and comfortable. Right on the lake with lovely views of the sunrise. We would definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect get away!

Beautiful views of the lake. Awesome deck. Was just what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

This is a great place to relax. Very quiet and overall a great place. The house was nicely equipped for a long stay and very clean. The sunrises were beautiful and the lake scenery was great.
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2022

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