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Spacious 9 Bedroom 6 bath on Private Lake• Kayaks, Trails & Wildlife Nearby

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
9 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 223500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Grey Eagle, MN
  • Little Birch Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Lake Sylvia Wayside
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Big Birch Lake
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Bedroom 9

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Spacious 9 Bedroom 6 bath on Private Lake• Kayaks, Trails & Wildlife Nearby

Fuller Life Retreat – 9BR/6BA Lakefront Estate for Families & Gatherings

🌿 The Experience

Fuller Life Retreat is a spacious 9-bedroom, 6-bath home nestled on a quiet 55-acre lake beside 1,500 acres of the Grey Eagle Wildlife Management Area. With 65+ acres of private land, direct lake access, and room to host large groups, it’s designed for family reunions, multi-generational vacations, retreats, and gatherings of all kinds.

Every stay is deep-cleaned and prepared with care. The home has been updated with A/C and modern touches while still honoring its legacy as a place of reflection, rest, and connection.


🏡 Property Highlights

9 Bedrooms / 6 Bathrooms – flexible layout for large families & groups

Gourmet kitchen with double ovens & plenty of prep space

Indoor & outdoor game spaces for kids and adults alike

Direct lake access with dock & fire pit gathering area

Canoes and kayaks included for guest use

Seasonal bunkhouse with wet bar and bathroom (available warmer months)

65+ acres of trails & woods to explore, right outside your door

Adjacent to Grey Eagle Wildlife Management Area – pristine land, abundant wildlife, peaceful hikes

Updated with A/C and new flooring for guest comfort


🌳 The Setting

The retreat sits on the shore of a private 55-acre lake—quiet, clean, and full of fish. Spend mornings casting a line, afternoons paddling, and evenings gathered by the fire pit under the stars.

Beyond the lake, the property borders 1,500 acres of untouched wilderness, offering miles of forest and trails. Wildlife is abundant: deer at sunrise, loons calling across the water, and eagles circling overhead.


🍂 Every Season Brings New Magic

Summer: Long days on the lake, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, and campfires by the water.

Fall: Brilliant foliage, crisp hikes through the woods, cozy nights by the fire.

Winter: Snowshoeing across frozen trails, ice fishing on the lake, warm meals in the kitchen.

Spring: Blooming wildflowers, returning birdsong, and fresh energy in the woods.

✨ The Legacy of Fuller Life Retreat

This land carries a rich story. Once held by the Dakota and Ojibwe peoples, it later became home to Franciscan sisters, who built a monastery and used it as a spiritual retreat. For decades, it served as a place of devotion, quiet study, and renewal.

Today, Fuller Life Retreat continues that legacy—welcoming families, friends, and groups to gather, rest, and reconnect. While the property has been updated for modern comfort, its true spirit remains: peace, space, and connection.


🧹 Cleanliness & Care

The home is deep-cleaned after every guest stay.

A/C and updates ensure comfort year-round.

As a retreat in the woods, you may occasionally notice natural elements like pollen or a spider web—part of the authentic Minnesota lake experience. Rest assured, the home is well-maintained and prepared with care.


🔑 Guest Access

Guests have full use of:

The main 9BR/6BA home

The dock & fire pit gathering area

Canoes & kayaks

65+ acres of private land, woods, and trails

Seasonal bunkhouse with wet bar & bathroom (summer months only)


Please Note: The garage is not available for guest use.


❤️ Why Guests Love It

Room to spread out and come together

Peaceful lake and wildlife right outside the door

A true sense of privacy and retreat—yet close to Grey Eagle for essentials

A unique property with both history and modern comfort

Perfect for families, reunions, retreats, and groups seeking space, nature, and connection


🌟 Fuller Life Retreat: Where Peace, Space & Connection Come Alive

Whether you’re planning a family reunion, a week on the lake with friends, or a restorative retreat, this property offers the rare blend of space, comfort, and nature that makes memories last.

Come experience the stillness of the lake, the richness of the woods, and the joy of gathering at Fuller Life Retreat.

Property manager

Richelle Taylor

Languages

English

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Amenities

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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
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

About the area

Grey Eagle

Grey Eagle is home to this holiday home. Melrose Area Museum and Sinclair Lewis Boyhood Home are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Eagle Mountain and GreyStone Golf Club. Todd County Fairgrounds and Hemker Park & Zoo are also worth visiting.
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Grey Eagle, MN

What's nearby

  • Little Birch Lake - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Lake Sylvia Wayside - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Big Birch Lake - 16 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Goose Lake - 16 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Sauk Lake - 25 min drive - 23.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Double R Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hub Supper Club - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Diamond Point Steakhouse - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Shady's Golden Eagle - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪redcarpet - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious 9 Bedroom 6 bath on Private Lake• Kayaks, Trails & Wildlife Nearby pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Spacious 9 Bedroom 6 bath on Private Lake• Kayaks, Trails & Wildlife Nearby?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 9 Bedroom 6 bath on Private Lake• Kayaks, Trails & Wildlife Nearby?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 9 Bedroom 6 bath on Private Lake• Kayaks, Trails & Wildlife Nearby located?

Situated in Grey Eagle, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Little Birch Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Birch Lakes State Forest and Lake Sylvia Wayside. Goose Lake and Big Birch Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

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8/10 Good

Justin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall fun stay

Really great, just wish the no ac would have been made clearer
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Richelle Taylor

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I’m Richelle, born and raised in Minnesota and rooted in real estate, design, and community building. I’ve been a licensed realtor since I was 18 and have always loved creating spaces where people feel at home. Fuller Life Retreat is my heart project — a place where I can share the beauty of nature and the comfort of intentional design with others.

What I enjoy most about hosting is seeing families, friends, and groups come here to relax, connect, and celebrate. I love gardening and have planted apple, pear, cherry, and mulberry trees on the land, along with herbs and plant medicine. I also enjoy kayaking on the quiet lake, listening for the loons, and watching the eagles soar overhead.

Being a host allows me to share this property’s history, peace, and natural beauty with people from all walks of life. It brings me joy to know that every stay creates lasting memories and gives guests a chance to slow down, breathe deeper, and enjoy the abundance of nature all around.

Why they chose this property

I chose this neighborhood because it offers something incredibly rare: complete privacy paired with natural beauty and plenty of room to explore. This is the only house on the road and the only house on Fuller Lake, so guests experience true peace and quiet without feeling isolated. Across the street are acres of farmland, and surrounding the property are trails, woods, and water that make it feel like your own private retreat.

The location is perfect for those who love the outdoors. The lake is 55 acres and spring-fed, with clean, deep water ideal for kayaking, canoeing, fishing, or simply sitting on the dock to listen to the loons. It’s common to spot eagles flying overhead, and very uncommon to run into anyone else on the water. A canal connects Fuller Lake to other large lakes for even more adventures.

On one side of the property is the Orchard, with apple, pear, cherry, and mulberry trees, plus herbs and plant medicine I’ve planted over time. On the other side, a trail leads directly into a 1,400-acre Wildlife Management Area — perfect for hiking and wildlife watching. The neighborhood blends farmland, forest, and water in a way that feels both open and welcoming.

What I enjoy most is the balance: it feels like complete seclusion, yet it’s just a short drive to the small town of Grey Eagle for groceries, dining, or anything you need. The land itself is what makes this neighborhood special — it invites you to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy nature at its best.

What makes this property unique

What makes this house stand out is its history. This home was once cared for by Franciscan nuns, who left behind a spirit of love and appreciation that still fills the space. Built around 1900, it has been thoughtfully updated with comfort and beauty in mind, while still holding on to many of its natural and original elements.

As a designer, I was intentional about blending old and new to create a peaceful, welcoming, and abundant atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen and coffee nook add modern convenience, yet the sunroom and original arched windows remain. The steep stairs leading to the kids’ loft feel straight out of the early 1900s, while the large farmhouse table that seats ten fits seamlessly with the home’s style. In the living room, modern furniture offers comfort next to the original wood-burning fireplace (no longer in use, but still a centerpiece of character).

Beyond the design, this home is unique because it’s not just another cabin or big house on a lake. It is the only house on a private 55-acre spring-fed lake, about 50 feet deep and full of fish. Guests often find the lake to themselves — a rarity that creates true peace and quiet.

Even the exterior is distinctive, with a Spanish-style hacienda look rarely found in Minnesota. Each room inside has been designed with care to feel unique and inspired. You won’t find generic or drab finishings here — every space carries intention, history, and comfort.

Languages:

English