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MINNeSTAY* Maple Lake Chalet

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Relax in your stunning living room with soaring timber beams and panoramic windows showcasing snowy winter landscapes.
Unwind in this stunning timber-framed living space where rustic charm meets modern comfort beneath soaring cathedral ceilings.
Step into rustic elegance with this stunning log staircase featuring handcrafted wooden railings and rich hardwood floors throughout your mountain retreat.
Wake up in your elegantly appointed bedroom with plush bedding and stunning winter views through your private balcony doors.
Gather around your private fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs and stone walls, perfect for evening conversations under the stars.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 184080 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Buffalo, MN
  • Place, Maple Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Venetian Indoor Waterpark
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Minnetonka
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1 - King Ensuite

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Two Full Beds

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3 - Two Twin over Full Bunks

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4 - Lower Level Queen

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Sleeping Level - Queen Pullout

1 Double Sofa Bed

Upper Level Sleeping Area - Queen pullout

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Main with Shower Only

Bathroom 2 - King Ensuite with Shower Only

Bathroom 3 - Upper Level Full Shower/Tub

Bathroom 4 - Lower Level Full Tub/Shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

MINNeSTAY* Maple Lake Chalet

Maple Lake Chalet, a unique custom lake home in Buffalo Minnesota, will surpass your vacation dreams!

You will be amazed by the tree-like banisters that bring nature inside. A beautiful porch overlooks the lake and the sprawling backyard. You'll enjoy cooking in the large kitchen or mixing up drinks in the wet bar. Bring your own boat and spend the day on Maple Lake, then rest easy in one of the Chalet's many comfortable beds. With sleeping arrangements for 12, this home can fit the whole family.

Located just an hour from the Twin Cities, Maple Lake Chalet is sure to become your favorite vacation getaway. Minnestay looks forward to hosting you!

*House Features*
4 Bedrooms:
- 1 King
- 1 Queen
- 2 Twin over Full bunks
- 2 Full
(2 queen pullout couches in living room)
- 4 full baths (2 with tub/shower, 2 with shower only)
- Half bath in garage - perfect for washing up after a lake day!
Large kitchen and dining area
Gorgeous living room with showstopping views
Lower level wet bar and kitchenette
Wine fridge and ice maker
Large screen TVs with cable and streaming apps
65' private dock - bring your boat!
2 paddle boards and several water toys
Multiple outdoor patio/dining areas
Grill
Outdoor shower
Seating on the dock
Front yard and front porch
Firepit

Parking:
• 2 car garage
• Driveway for 4-6

* Concierge Services Available *
Looking for groceries, a chef-prepared meal, or even boat rentals? Our concierge service is here to take your vacation to the next level. Give us a call or send us a message to let us know how Minnestay can make your Five Star Stay unforgettable!

Booking Requirements:
• 30+ Night Stays may require a lease. If the stay will be paid in monthly installments, a lease will be required and a security deposit equal to one month's rent is due at signing. If the stay is paid in full at time of booking, no lease is required.
• Security Deposit: A refundable $2500 security deposit may be required, depending on the length of the reservation.. The deposit is refunded within 5–7 days after checkout, assuming no damage or excessive cleaning. Payment (when applicable): ACH (no fee) or credit card (3% processing fee). Lease and security deposit requirements do not apply to Airbnb bookings. By booking, guests agree to this policy.
• All check-ins are contactless! To provide this service, we require a photo of yourself holding your ID to verify your identity, to be emailed or texted to our reservations department, no later than 24 hours prior to arrival. No exceptions. (Please be aware that we do not have staff available to meet guests in person on site for this purpose.)
• All guests must be over the age of 25, unless part of a family unit. Verification may be required.
• Bookings made within 7 days of arrival will require additional credit card documentation.
• A Minnestay Rental Agreement must be signed, no later than 24 hours prior to arrival. This will require that you provide us with your email address. Please inquire about the terms and conditions prior to booking.
• Discounts are valid only at checkout, are not retroactive, and cannot be combined with other offers.
• All reservations are subject to the cancellation policy in place at the time of booking. Refunds outside of this policy are not guaranteed.
• Minnestay is not responsible for travel delays or cancellations due to weather, illness, or other unforeseen circumstances. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance.
• Direct bookings or other online booking sources may be subject to a 3% cancellation fee.


House Rules:
• Check in: 4pm; Check out: 11am. Check‑in and check‑out times must be followed unless early/late arrangements are approved and are subject to additional fees.
• This is a smoke-free property (tobacco, cannabis, e-cigarettes, vape, etc). There is no smoking allowed inside the property, on balconies/rooftop decks (Sable), or within 25 feet of the property. Fees will be assessed for smoking inside any part of the property, including common areas (Sable).
• No events! This home is designed for families and responsible adults. Restrictions include, but are not limited to: Weddings and wedding celebrations, bachelorette/bachelor gatherings, and reunions.
• Pet‑friendly listings allow dogs only; all other homes are no‑pets. Please provide prior notice to Minnestay team if you plan to bring your pet. Pet fee is required and varies based on the number of dogs, starting at $150. Most pet-friendly homes allow a maximum of one dog; please inquire in advance if you wish to bring more. Certified Service Animals are welcome at all properties (does not include emotional support animals) and will need to be mentioned prior to booking.
• This property may have a noise monitoring device on the interior of the home. Additional noise monitoring devices may be located in gathering spaces on the exterior of the home, as well (does not apply to Sable).
• Please note that you are staying in a private home and not a hotel. We expect that you will treat it with respect. If any problems arise, we will do our best to resolve them as quickly as we are able.
• Consumable amenities provided by Minnestay are not refilled during stay.
• Additional daytime or overnight visitors are not permitted without prior approval.
• Please follow all posted instructions for fire pits, grills, hot tubs, saunas and other amenities that may be located on the premise. Guests are responsible for safe and proper use of all equipment.
• All guests must comply with local ordinances, including noise, occupancy, and parking regulations. Any violation that results in fines or penalties may be passed on to the guest.
• Guests are responsible for damages that occur during their stay. Claims will be handled in accordance with platform policies and the rental agreement.
• Minnestay is not responsible for noise, traffic, construction, or neighboring activity outside of the property’s control. As such, refunds will not be provided for noise-related disturbances.
• Temporary interruptions of utilities, Wi-Fi, or streaming services may occur and do not qualify for refunds.
• Quiet Hours: 10PM-8AM. We love our neighbors! Please be respectful of the permanent residents around this property.
• Security cameras may be on site, located on the exterior or in the common areas (Sable) of the property.
• Loss of any physical keys, key fobs(Sable), garage door openers and/or parking passes (Sable) will incur a fee.
• Fines up to $2000 per violation may be accessed to anyone found breaking these rules.
Deviation from these rules can result in an eviction from the premises with no refund, as stated in the signed rental agreement.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Buffalo

Located in Buffalo, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Maple Lake Wildlife Management Area, while Veit Automotive Foundation Museum and Wright County Hisrotical Society are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cummings Field or Wright Technical Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Buffalo, MN

What's nearby

  • Maple Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Venetian Indoor Waterpark - 44 min drive - 57.7 km
  • St. Cloud State University - 48 min drive - 67.9 km
  • St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center - 51 min drive - 69.6 km
  • Lake Minnetonka - 55 min drive - 61.2 km

Getting around

  • Big Lake Station - 28 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mill Creek Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is MINNeSTAY* Maple Lake Chalet pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at MINNeSTAY* Maple Lake Chalet?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at MINNeSTAY* Maple Lake Chalet?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MINNeSTAY* Maple Lake Chalet?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MINNeSTAY* Maple Lake Chalet located?

This Buffalo holiday home is on the beach, steps from Maple Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Maple Lake Wildlife Management Area and Robert Ney Memorial Park Reserve. Lake Maria State Park and Varner Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and setting, you can be as active or relaxed as you choose. A wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen K.

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

Great house

Would recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savanny S.

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

Great lake house for bigger family!

Our family had a fantastic time at this home. Maple Lake was great for fishing, swimming and paddleboarding. We felt safe in this neighborhood and had plenty to do to keep everyone entertained and relaxed. There was a little delay in the communication using Vrbo messaging, but no urgent requests were needed on our end. We would definitely return back to this location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S.

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

Beautiful Lake Front House

Great living space and home with an even better set up for an outdoor lover. Private beach and dock with a large outdoor seating area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dave B.

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

We had a great time and the family too.

It was a nice stay, but there is somethings that i need to say. The AC does work but the AC make a very loud noise when it turn on and to the end the hot water smell terrible. .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa k.

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

Best of both worlds

This property on Maple Lake is a destination for all. If you live in the metro it is obviously close and yet you feel like you are way up North. The fishing on the lake is better than expected. The beach and up keep of property was superb. We had a couple glitches that were handled promptly. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

July vacation

We loved our vacation. The house was perfect. The lake was gorgeous. We fished from the dock we brought our own boat. The amenities of the house were complete the teens enjoyed movie night while we played cards on the deck. We caught over 100 fish in our time at the house. The lake was like glass we were able to water ski and tube every single day. The weather was perfect. The proximity to the Twin Cities made the vacation complete. This is a very nice set up for anyone who is flying in to have a nice lake vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie S.

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

Fabulous time at Maple Lake Chalet!

Thank you for opening up your beautiful home to our family. We had such a fabulous stay at Maple Lake Chalet! There were ten of us (ages 4-80+) enjoying a long weekend get-away and we could not be more pleased with the location, accommodations, weather, proximity to town and more! The home is beautiful (pictures don't do it justice) and there was so much attention to detail within the home and around the property. The kids spent the entire weekend fishing off the dock--which they loved. We even got to enjoy a beautiful bonfire with s'mores and a few amazing sunsets. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes, flatware and cookware. We also loved the basement with the comfy couch and large TV---perfect for a family movie night. We took full advantage of the space and all the things Maple Lake Chalet had to offer. Absolutely perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

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