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The Lake House on Lake Burgen offers a serene lakeside retreat perfect for families. Enjoy the sandy beach, 22-foot Weeres pontoon, water trampoline, and volleyball court with your loved ones. The house features an open floor plan on the main level with a fully-equipped kitchen and half bathroom. Unwind in one of two living rooms or take advantage of games like air hockey and foosball downstairs.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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6 bedrooms4 bathrooms4500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Perfect Family Getaway - Pontoon, Sandy Beach, Water Trampoline and More!

***The calendar is 100% up to date at all times! Please also note the pontoon and water trampoline are seasonal - available from June - September.***

*Please ask about check in/out times when booking!*

Perfect family getaway just two hours out of the Twin Cities! Sandy beach, 22 foot Weeres pontoon, water trampoline, clean lake, volleyball court and more, you'll never be bored at The Lake House!

Welcome to The Lake House on Lake Burgen! Our 6 bedroom cabin is located on beautiful Lake Burgen with a sandy bottom for swimming, fishing and fun! Relax on one of the large decks, take the pontoon out on the lake or sit on the dock and enjoy the sun. The Lake House sits on beautiful Lake Burgen, which is a 182 acre lake that is stream fed. Located just 4 miles from downtown Alexandria, Minnesota. We have a 22 foot Weeres pontoon available for rent as well, inquire about specific rates. We also require the pontoon to be filled with gas prior to departure, please ask for more details when booking. One canoe, two kayaks, paddle boat and a 20 foot water trampoline are included with the rental. There is also a sand volleyball court in the backyard, fire pit and hammocks for you to enjoy.

The house is an open floor plan on the main level connecting the kitchen, dining room, living room and living room so your entire group can be together. The kitchen is fully-equipped for all your cooking needs with a double oven, 5 burner electric cook top, coffee station and all the basics you may need. There is also a half bathroom on the main level and a bedroom. On the back deck you will find a Weber gas grill for your use.

Downstairs there is a second living room for guests to enjoy with games and a smart TV. There is also a 3/4 bathroom, small air hockey table, foosball table and Big Buck Hunter arcade game. You will also find two additional ovens and a second fridge/freezer.

Upstairs features the master bedroom with a king size bed and three additional bedrooms with queen size beds. There is a full laundry upstairs as well as a full bathroom. Lastly upstairs you will find the Madeline Room, which is a hit with kids! It can sleep 6 comfortably in beds.

License #1866 - Overnight capacity is 12 people ages 6 and up with children 5 and under not included in the total, but all occupants are counted for rent purposes. Additional overnight guests past 12 people will be an additional small fee. Not more than 12 additional daytime guests for a total of 24 TOTAL guests on the property (aged 6 and over) are permitted by Douglas County VRBO requirements. Owner may have additional requirements. Parking is limited to 12 cars with on street parking during the daytime but only on our side of the road -- NO OVERNIGHT PARKING IS ALLOWED ON THE STREET - NO EXCEPTIONS.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Please no smoking inside The Lake House.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No Bachelor or Bachelorette Parties
Quiet Hours are from 10PM to 7AM
Due to Alexandria County Laws, only 12 adults overnight at The Lake House. An adult is anyone over 6 years old.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please no smoking inside The Lake House.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Alexandria, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Latoka - 6 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Lake Andrew - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Douglas County Historical Society - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Lake Mary - 10 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Kensington Runestone - 10 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 128 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Family Getaway - Pontoon, Sandy Beach, Water Trampoline and More! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Family Getaway - Pontoon, Sandy Beach, Water Trampoline and More!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Family Getaway - Pontoon, Sandy Beach, Water Trampoline and More!?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Perfect Family Getaway - Pontoon, Sandy Beach, Water Trampoline and More! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Alexandria vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Douglas County Historical Society, Lake Andrew, and Alomere Health. Kensington Runestone and Big Ole Viking Statue are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 109 reviews
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9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda W.

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

Such a great place

We highly recommend this location for families especially with kids. It has everything we needed - highlights a nice quiet lake, beautiful dock for fishing and great tubing/swimming. Thank you. We hope to come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared S.

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

Burgen Lake cabin

Cabin was very clean. Plenty of space. Volleyball court and pontoon were awesome. Nice deep lake. Faculty were responsive and very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

great location

wonderful location - right on the lake. plenty of room. we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa K.

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

Great place

This was an amazing place to stay. Very convenient to shopping. Super easy to get to
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

vernon e.

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

Summer trip

This is a wonderful spot to stay. Lots of space and a nice small lake
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michaela A.

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

Great place for a multi-generational stay

Loved the property! Excellent views of the lake from the back deck and from inside the house. Many spaces for folks to spread out. The pontoon was great, really glad we added that to our rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda W.

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

Terrific location for family vacation

Our family of 9 adults and 9 kids enjoyed a lovely week at this beautiful property. The house and the property are well kept and perfect with many bedrooms. Our family mostly spent each day fishing and swimming, the beach front is exceptionally nice for our big group. The property manager, Amos is the best, so helpful if you have a question.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen Y.

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

great family outing

The house and the location were perfect for us. We enjoyed the water even though the weather was not as warm as we would have liked. There were many little things that were so nice - prepasted toothbrushes, baking supplies, and hillbilly tupperware containers for leftovers- we had a wonderful time and would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul N., Bloomington, MN

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

New Years

This was our second time staying at the cabin over New Years and it was a great experience. Place was clean and had everything we needed. We will be repeat guest for years to come.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Family Girl's Weekend

Beautiful and spacious! The view from the house is spectacular. We enjoyed a fire on our first night. The game room in the basement is a lot of fun. Everything was as presented and easy to access.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Curt N.

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

We would Love to go again!

The weather was perfect, the water trampoline was a hit. Our Littles stayed outside in the water all week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor P.

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

Perfect for family getaways!

This was our first time at the Burgen Lake property and it did not disappoint. We spent our days on the dock, in the boat and around the living room. The property allowed family from all corners of the country to reconnect, unplug and have a great Labor Day weekend. Michele and her property management team were responsive, helpful and polite. We hope to come back next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica S.

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

Great place for a large group

We were in town for a wedding and needed space for three families with kids ranging in age from 1-17. The Lake House was the perfect fit - both in size and location. There were plenty of bedrooms to allow for spreading out, each family had their own bathroom, and the gathering spaces were never too crowded. Communication with the host was great and we appreciated the flexible check-in and out times.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie O.

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

Family Anniversary/Birthday Getaway

Overall the property was perfect for all 6 adults and 6 children! There were plenty of rooms for everyone! The dock was huge and perfect for all the children to catch lots and lots of fish! Bonfire pit was beautiful next to the lake and my children loved the big sand volleyball course that they actually used as a huge sand box!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P., Bemidji, MN

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

Worked perfectly

The house was beautiful, it was well equipped, clean, and spacious. It worked well for our family to gather in a central location and enjoy time together . We ate, played games and made some great memories
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda W.

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

Perfect for our family

3rd year with our family at this location. We enjoy everything about the house and quiet neighborhood includng the beach, swimming and tubing, fishing off the dock for little ones, and volleyball court. The manager and owners are responsive and nice to work with for any problems.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

The best vacation property for the entire family

Our family ranged in ages from 2-13. The kids loved the water trampoline, playing in the sand, volleyball games, fishing off the dock, paddle boating and all the activities inside. The adults loved that all the kids were busy and happy. Thanks again for our 4th annual family reunion. Looking forward to 2025.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

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

Perfect location

This property was perfect for our family vacation. The long stretch of sandy beach kept the kids, all under 5, entertained and busy. They had so much fun. The pontoon was great and we had several fun rides. The kitchen is stocked with everything we needed to prepare our meals and there are plenty of dishes. Michele was always very prompt in answering questions. We also appreciated how close we were to Alexandria.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan K., USA

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

Wonderful home and property!

Beautiful home and property to rent. Kitchen is well stocked, lots of space to gather together or choose a quiet room on your own. The owners/manager were very responsive when there was a problem with alarm system and stovetop and the problems were quickly resolved. Great amenities but we were disappointed that the advertised Buck Hunter, Foosball, and Hulu access were not working. All in all a great place to enjoy with family or friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane S., Chokio

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

Week At The Lake

Really enjoyed our stay at this property. There was plenty of room for our growing family. Enjoyed the table space for dining together both indoors and outdoors. Loved the house and all it's amenities. The lake was perfect - the water clear, the beach sandy, fishing off the dock, and a beautiful pontoon to use to tour the rest of the lake. It was also very close to Alexandria so you could easily run in to pick up any needed items or enjoy local entertainment. The property owners were great to work with and very prompt at answering any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Theresa W.

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

Gals getaway while guys are hunting

We had a great two night stay. The basement games were awesome! We played volley ball, went to several local attractions with the kids, played games and enjoyed family. The extra little things like toothbrushes, shower gel, shampoo, etc. we’re really nice. A couple suggestions: checkout at 9:30 am is difficult with large groups, particularly with young people. I wanted to kayak as it was a beautiful fall afternoon, no life jackets were available. A couple of the boards on the swing set, had an end that was in tough shape, concerned with kids playing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Another Fantastic Year at Our Favorite Lake Home!

Our family just wrapped up our second year staying at this incredible lake home, and it’s safe to say we’ve found our perfect getaway spot. The property offers everything you could want for a memorable vacation. The house itself is spacious and maintained well, with plenty of room for everyone to spread out and feel at home. The accommodations are comfortably furnished and equipped with all the amenities you could need. We’ve found it to be the perfect blend of cozy and relaxing. The lake is clean and clear, it’s understandable why we keep coming back. Fishing from the dock is always a highlight, with the lake offering plenty of opportunities to catch some great pan fish. Our kids had a blast with the swimming, trampoline, and paddle boats. The pontoon was a fantastic place for us to gather for an evening ride or middle of lake swimming antics. The volleyball and basketball courts offer entertainment for the adults while the children enjoyed the outdoor playset. The basement has a variety of video games for indoor fun. We can’t recommend this place highly enough. It’s become a special spot for our family vacations, and we’re already looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

Beautiful house and setting

This house was just what we wanted! Lots of room for our ladies get away. Big rooms, big kitchen table for eating and games. Lots of refrigerator space (2 full size, 2 mini)....two ovens....big cooktop. Several ice makers. So well stocked with soaps, paper towels, bathroom tissue, napkins, plastic forks etc along with so many places settings of flatware, dishes and steak knives. Most any utensil, pan, baking pan, bowls, etc you could want. 4 slice toaster, Keurig and regular coffee maker, crockpot.....you get the picture! And detailed things....from big spice selection.....to individual pre-pasted toothbrushes.....K-cup selection...hot apple cider mix....you get the picture. The view of the lake is stunning and it's a short walk to the water. The supplies and everything provided reflect the size of the property. Much thought went into this property as a vacation rental....and we benefited from it. Amos texted us right after we arrived and when we contacted him about a couple of small things, he responded right away. Great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for 12 college buddies on a golf weekend. Plenty of space both indoor/outdoor for all to gather for dinner and sit around/visit - thanks Michelle!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun! Cool home and property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025