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The Lake House at Darling Shores

Vacation home in Alexandria with kitchen

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The Lake House' at Darling Shores offers a serene retreat where you can unwind on the private deck overlooking Lake Darling or explore the surrounding waters by boat. With two bedrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen, and amenities like Wi-Fi and cleaning supplies, this modern cabin is perfect for up to 6 guests. Enjoy yard games like Bean Bag Toss or relax with family in the spacious living room.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Lake House at Darling Shores

Welcome to 'The Lake House' at Darling Shores!



The perfect spot for relaxing and enjoying the Lake Life! This modern cabin is located right on Lake Darling, connected to 4 other lakes that are accessible by boat.



The property features two bedrooms with sleeping arrangements for up to 7 guests, one 3/4 bath, a kitchen island with seating for up to 4 guests, a washer & dryer, a Roku TV, and a spacious living room! There is also a private deck overlooking the Lake!



The first bedroom has a queen-sized bed and the second bedroom has a bunk bed with a trundle below it. In the living room, there are two futons which are most suitable for children.



Additional Amenities Included:



-Wi-Fi



-Fully-equipped kitchen



-Coffee Maker



-Blender



-Cleaning Supplies



-Beach & Bath Towels



About Lake Darling:



The Alexandria Chain of Lakes includes 11 connected lakes, five of these lakes can be easily navigated by channels which includes: Lake Le Homme Dieu, Lake Carlos, Lake Geneva, Lake Victoria and Lake Darling. The Chain is popularly known for recreation, fishing, and family fun!



Guests will have access to the entire grounds of the property, which includes a full play-set for children, a large dock, and a huge balcony! Also provided are yard games such as Bean Bag Toss, Yard Yahtzee and Floating Toys!



You may contact management through the messaging app or by our office phone number which is posted in the welcome book!



Parking Details:



This cabin has one designated parking spot that can accommodate two cars. Each paved spot is labeled in accordance with its cabin number. 'The Lake House" is Cabin number two.



Guests boats are welcome to dock at the property!



Nearby Activities to Enjoy in Alexandria:



-Swimming, Fishing, Boating, Public Beaches, Kayaking, Local Marina's, Jet Skiing, Water Skiing, Paddle Boarding, Restaurants on the water, Water Parks, & all Watersport Activities



-Golfing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, and Winery Tours



-Shopping, Antiquing, Museums, Health & Beauty Spas



Winter Activities:



-Sledding, Ice Skating, Snowboarding, Snowmobiling and Ice Fishing

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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

General

  • Unit size: 1 square foot

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

637061

About the neighborhood

Map
Alexandria, MN

What's nearby

  • Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Big Ole Viking Statue - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Runestone Museum - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Lake Latoka - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Angelinas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Scooter's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lake House at Darling Shores 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 The Lake House at Darling Shores?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lake House at Darling Shores?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Lake House at Darling Shores located?

Situated in Alexandria, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Big Ole Viking Statue, Runestone Museum, and Casey’s Amusement Park. Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Lake Latoka are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Lake House at Darling Shores Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay here! It had everything we needed. We especially loved the deck; had coffee there every morning, enjoying the beautiful lake view.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable. Loved the amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and clean and very well set up.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Cutie cabin

We loved everything about this cute cabin! Would highly recommend to anyone! Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
My family really enjoyed this property! So close to everything, affordable, and great for kids! My children really enjoyed fishing off the 4 docks! We will definitely be returning for more fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxy H.

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

Great Location to Bike Trails/Alexandria

We loved the cozy property and lake frontage view of Lake Darling. The accommodation fit us well (2 adults and 2 children). The quick ride to the bike trails was excellent. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sherry f.

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

We would stay here again.

The cabin was recently updated and very clean. Beautiful lake view. The beds were very comfortable. Plenty of kitchen supplies. We did cook our meals while there. Enjoyed bike riding on the Central Lakes Trail and visiting the Runestone Museum.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Natalie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Cabin on "The Lake"

It's kind of the classic/quintessential "Minnesota Cabin By The Lake." Close enough to town that all of the amenities are within a 10ish minute drive, but tucked into the side of the lake to make it feel secluded. The place is small, it was just the 2 of us and we felt it would have been tight with any more people. It was clean and well provisioned.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

Mid-Week Biking Get-a-Way

Perfect place to stay to bike both the Lake Wobegon and Central Lakes biking trails. The cottage was very comfortable and suited our needs perfectly. We swam twice, great clean lake, would have been nice to have a ladder on the deep side of the dock to be able to get out easier. Other than that, perfect. Will probably come back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jeanne B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view of the lake and proximity to the water. Groiunds well maintained. Unit had many drawers filled with owners property. Appreciated that paper products were available to use. Shower size was the only negative.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025