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Lake life near the cities! Kayak, swim, fish, relax.

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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Dining
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

2400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly

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Forest Lake, MN
  • Popular LocationRunning Aces Casino4 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Sports Center18 min drive
  • Popular LocationMinnesota State Fairgrounds27 min drive
  • AirportMinneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud)51 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Nice, comfortable, and perfect for our stay.
Mike B.
Jan 2, 2024

About this property

Entire place

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

Lake life near the cities! Kayak, swim, fish, relax.

Welcome to The White Rabbit Retreat! Extremely unique, spacious lake home on Clear Lake. This special 10 acre lot offers an unforgettable getaway experience. Just a short commute from the Twin Cities. Enjoy yard games in the expansive backyard, swim, kayak, canoe, have a bonfire, fish or just relax! Gather with your friends and family in the 2 large screened porches overlooking the lake or by the gas fireplace in the great room. 3 bedrooms & 3 baths easily sleeps 8 with room for more if needed!

Property manager

Emily Eck

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Foosball table on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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: 2,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Note from host: All events must be approved prior to booking.
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 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

Forest Lake

Located in Forest Lake, this vacation home is on the beach. White Bear Yacht Club and Lift Bridge Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit National Sports Center and Bunker Beach Water Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Ice Castle and River's Edge Apple River Campground. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Running Aces Casino - 4 min drive
  • National Sports Center - 18 min drive
  • University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - 26 min drive
  • Xcel Energy Center - 26 min drive
  • Minnesota State Fairgrounds - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Fridley Station - 25 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Running Aces Casino, Hotel & Racetrack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blacksmith Lounge & Broaster - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake life near the cities! Kayak, swim, fish, relax. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Lake life near the cities! Kayak, swim, fish, relax.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake life near the cities! Kayak, swim, fish, relax.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake life near the cities! Kayak, swim, fish, relax. located?

This Forest Lake vacation home is on the beach, 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Running Aces Casino, and within 16 mi (25 km) of White Bear Yacht Club and Saint Croix River. National Sports Center and Maplewood Mall are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amy R.

nice getaway with family + friends
fun little getaway! easy check in, great communication from hosts, pretty location, plenty to do onsite, and some good day trip and hiking options close by! only real suggestion would be to provide more transparency in pricing. fairly steep cleaning + pet fees, however cleanliness of property on arrival didn’t necessarily reflect. overall, really good experience and would consider returning in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
Nice, comfortable, and perfect for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vern D., Oconomowoc, WI USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Retreat
Spacious, clean & well appointed 3 bedroom home that was perfect for 3 couples to spend a few days together. Easy access (35 mins from MSP) yet the location was private & secluded enough that you felt like you were further ‘up north’. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had many more accolades but ran out of characters in the review...— highly, highly recommended
Linda [grandma 1] ”Saw a rabbit or two, but no Alice 😉, just lots of very curious and fun decor in your comfortable, cozy White Rabbit!!! You provided more amenities than was ever imagined! Loved the big rope hammock among the grove of trees near the lakeshore; a great way to watch the kids splash in the water and fish from the dock and kayaks. Also really enjoyed our “well-built” evening campfire, perfect for toasting marshmallows after one of many absolutely gorgeous sunsets over beautiful Clear Lake. It was a trip to remember!!! Thank you!!!” Jaclyn [mom] “A beautiful, peaceful lake house with a huge backyard for the whole family to enjoy. We felt completely relaxed and worry-free the entire vacation. Very quick to respond to any questions. Every space was clean and had all of the necessities.” Shawn [grandpa] Extremely clean, well maintained, meticulous attention to design detail. Has a warm & homey feel. The large shallow lake area was perfect for small kids. Appliances were newish & worked well. A lot of local family visited & universally commented on how exceptional the property was. There were a shocking number of attention-to-detail conveniences & design touches. There were only 2 minor problems: 1 The internet worked very well when up but went down a few times. Owners were very responsive. 2 There was a wasp nest in the rocks near the shoreline & of course our intrepid 4 year old Koda found it & got stung. His brave auntie Britni got stung 4 times rescuing him.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Awesome hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerry C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing on the Lake
The house was great, and the location was perfect. Things were clean and the house was well stocked with everything you could ever need. It was great relaxing on the lake and having the option to head into the cities for activities. It was a perfect long weekend with the family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home
We thoroughly enjoyed our time here… the house itself is impressive, spacious, comfortable, inviting, etc…. The amenities unparalleled - we had everything we needed for our visit. Additionally, the hosts provide so much - coffee, toiletries, etc. All we needed to bring was the food we wanted to cook! Lots of seating, and activities for all ages. Would highly recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tatum B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway spot!
This lake house is as beautiful as pictured - spotless and provided so many awesome amenities! The hosts were very helpful throughout the whole process. We are very happy with our stay and plan on booking with them again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023