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Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802

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Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122208 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802

This quiet private home is surrounded by trees and is less than 2 miles from downtown Alexandria and all its attractions including The Central Lakes Trail. There is everything you need to make your vacation enjoyable such as the 110' sandy beach, 2 - 10’ kayaks, large 300 square foot Trex deck facing the lake, a fire pit for sitting around enjoying the sunset, fireworks or a few S'mores and a hammock strung between two trees at the shoreline. There are 4 bedrooms (2 on each floor-4 beds are Queen size & there is 1 Twin XL roll away on each floor - 2 total - if needed), 2 full bathrooms (1 on each floor), a jacuzzi tub in the basement bathroom, 2 furnished kitchens (full kitchen on upper level & wet bar kitchenette on lower level), family room on both floors, formal dining room on both floors with tables able to seat at least 8 comfortably or 10+ with the available bench seats, a washer and dryer on each floor, high speed internet, HD LED TVs in both family rooms, an attached garage for use during your stay and a shed by the lake that houses kayaks, life vests, chairs, water toys, yard games and pretty much all you'll need to enjoy beautiful Lake Cowdry.

The beach is hard sand with a boulder lined shore. There is plenty of room to tie up your boat to our new aluminum dock using the affixed slip hooks. Fishing is great right off the dock given there's a drop off about 20' from the end of the aluminum dock where many locals fish regularly. You will love the beautiful sunsets from the deck, as you're enjoying a meal grilled on the Weber gas grill or from one of many fold up camping chairs down by the lake but the fire pit (fire wood not provided, but may be purchased at multiple locations in town 2-miles away). You can grill your food and sip on your favorite beverages while watching the calm, clear waters of Lake Cowdry. There is central A/C on the main floor and window unit A/C in the basement though it is rarely needed given the amount of shade our home gets and the many windows allowing for great cross ventilation.

Property manager

Rhett & Katie Marsten

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking is allowed inside home, garage, shed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,208 square feet

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Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Though we love pets, they are not allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Note from host: We do not rent for parties or events.
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
Property Registration Number 1802

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Map
Alexandria, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Latoka - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Runestone Museum - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 13 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Garden Center Lanes - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802?

As of Apr 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802 on Apr 30, 2025 start from CA $555.84, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-out at Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802 located?

This family-friendly Alexandria vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Latoka, Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Runestone Museum. Big Ole Viking Statue and Lake Mina are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Sandy beach, level lot, 4BR 2BA, 110' shore, 2-miles to Alexandria-License #1802 Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Great stay
Beautiful home over looking the lake, plenty of sleeping room and everything you need, Rhett and Katie were wonderful hosts, only stayed 1 night but will definitely book for a longer stay next year. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

Great stay!
We had such a great stay! SO clean and kitchen was stocked! Loved the kayaks, and being out on the water!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista R.

Great location
We stayed here to go visit some wineries local and enjoy some lake time. It was a perfect location close to the wineries. The lake was clear and it was perfect to float and kayak. Recommend for a large group with lots of space
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylin V.

50th birthday celebration
We had such a wonderful stay in Alexandria. The house is filled stocked with everything you need, the outdoor space is beautiful and lots of outdoor toys to keep everyone happy. The hosts are wonderful and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

Wonderful VRBO
Beautiful lake setting and sandy shallow beach for grandchildren. Home has plenty of room and enjoyed the kitchenette in the downstairs area for daughter and infant and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jodi a., Sioux Falls, SD

Great cabin!
Good space, nice layout, enjoyed the kayaks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bruce R.

Great Lake house in Alexandria area
Great Lake house exactly as advertised. House was very comfortable for our group of six and we enjoyed the lake access. Location was great in that it was close to town but in the country enough to be really quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor O.

Weekend stay
Nice stay for a long weekend, clean house, no issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brent C.

Great Lake Vacation Home
We had a wonderful time here with our kids and grandkids, ages two and four. The house and lake shed is very well-equipped and our son caught a lot of bass and a northern. We've stayed in places with pet hair and odors, so really appreciated the cleanliness of this home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

K/T D.

Wonderful stay on Cowdry
Our family had a wonderful stay on Lake Cowdry. The Marsten’s cabin had everything you could possibly need. Plenty of space for my husband and kids and grandparents too! The lake is lovely and calm and kayaking was amazing. We were also able to rent a pontoon from Vacationer’s Inn and had a day on the lake! Thanks so much for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

I would recommend this place to my friends
The house had everything we needed. It was a great stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

paul p.

Sunnies galore
The water toys were great. Floaties, kayaks, and lifejackets were very nice to have. The hammock was a big hit with everyone. Great sunfish fishing right from the end of the dock. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

Alexandria Trip
The property was well cared for, clean and just what we needed. We were looking for a place to stay the night before our Cross Country Meet. It was a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

Friends get together
We enjoyed the lake house. The singing loons were great. The house was well kept,furnished well,everything we needed was there. Nice clear water lake. BD
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Family Vacation
We had a wonderful time at this lake home. We made lots of memories and the fish was really good considering it rained a whole day. I caught my first northern ever on this lake. The swim area was really. Ice for the kids didn’t have hardly any weeds and the lake was clear. I would definitely come back again to stay another time. Everything in the house was super nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Beautiful lake home!!
The property had everything for us. The kids enjoyed the kayaks and there were every size life jacket needed. The lake was beautiful and weather was awesome for our stay. I would gladly book this home again for my stay in Alexandria.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose W.

Family time
Everything exceed our expectations; clean, updated, well stocked. Have suggested this location to others. We will stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Great location, well supplied house
House description was exactly as expected per description.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen T.

Family Vacation 2022
We had a great time and had everything we needed at this VRBO! Owners were available and accommodating. Held all 10 of us comfortably!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaime M.

Amazing experience
We had an absolute blast at this property. Very clean, up to date, close to town, and very easy to communicate with the owners! Overall great experience!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kayla D.

Great place!
What a wonderful, clean place for our family! Easy to find, great communication. I have stayed at a number of VRBOs and this one was by far the best stocked with everything you will need. We spent our days swimming, fishing, kayaking, and just relaxing by the lake. We had plenty of space for us all and the outdoor lake area was perfect for yard games, etc. The only thing we didn’t love but is out of the owner’s control was the busier road out front. We definitely recommend this place to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

Celebration of a 90th birthday
It was a great spot for 4 couples who came from out of state for a family celebration. It enabled us to have a place to bring the 90 year old birthday girl to join her family for evening meals and great family time. It was perfect for us!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace T.

Memorial Weekend
It was nice and clean, the owners were clear with how to treat their property which made it easy to know how to leave things.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karla F.

Very comfortable stay!
This lake home is very comfortable, with a beautiful lake view! The home was stocked with everything we needed, the beds and furniture are comfortable. The temperature was easy to keep comfortable even for cool, fall nights. There was plenty of space for our group and the location was great for all of us coming from different directions. It was a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

Awesome Weekend Stay on the Lake!!
Rhett and Katie are fantastic hosts! They were very easy to communicate with. The home was very clean, had all the essentials, and plenty of space in yard for lawn games by the water!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022