Forest Leaf Lake House

Year round Lakeside Getaway, 30 mins from Twin Cities

Forest Lake, MN, United States

Forest Leaf Lake House, Private Dock, 2 Fireplaces

☕ Morning coffee with sunrise on the water. Enjoy a fully stocked Coffee Bar with Drip Coffee, Keurig, and Tea. 🎣 Top-Rated Dock Fishing 🔥 BBQ cookout with friends and fam, gather around the firepit making memories. 🏡 Come inside for cozy fireplaces, games, or movie binge on the Roku. 🛥️ Private Dock, bring or rent a boat ❄️ Winter Wonderland – Snowmobiling and ice fishers paradise 📍Just 5 minutes to downtown Forest Lake and 30 minutes to the Minnesota State Fair/ Twin Cities.

6 guests
2 bedrooms
1.5 bathrooms

Good to know

Cozy up by the fire on the spacious sectional in the living room, featuring a bay window with a panoramic lake view, a warm fireplace, and a 4K Roku TV. 1 King bed, 1 Queen bed, 2 twin beds Enjoy more panoramic views from the four-season sunroom, complete with a Jotul gas fireplace and record player. Fresh décor, new flooring and bathrooms. Rest easy in brand-new beds with plush bedding. Bedroom 1: King bed, 4K Roku TV, blackout drapes, ceiling fan. Bedroom 2: Queen bed, 4K Roku TV, blackout drapes, ceiling fan. Sleeping area/ Bunk room twin over twin: located in a common area with limited privacy. Fully renovated bathrooms and flooring throughout. Dock Use: Our 50-foot private dock is available for guest use. It's great for fishing and relaxing. Water depth is about 2 feet midway and 3 feet at the end. See “other details” for more notes on dock and boat use. Fire pit, gas grill, cozy outdoor seating and dining areas are yours to enjoy. Fourth of July and New Year’s Eve Fireworks visible from dock!

House Rules

🏡 House Rules (Just a Few Important Things): Only registered guests allowed on the property. Additional guests entering without permission may lead to immediate cancellation. No smoking or vaping in home. No fireworks or open flames (candles, etc) Internet Use: No illegal downloads or activity. Please do not tamper with Wi-Fi routers or outdoor security cameras, just reach out if you need help. This home is not suitable for infants or small children. There are no toys, cribs, high chairs, or child proofing. There is no fence, and the lake and dock are steps away from the home. Swimming, boating, and dock use are at your own risk (we don’t provide life jackets). By booking, you and your group agree to these rules—thank you for helping us keep Lakeside Retreat a welcoming space for everyone.

Other Details to Note

The property runs on well water, and we’ve installed a home water softener along with a charcoal filtration. We regularly test the water to ensure it meets safety standards. There may be a slight smell or color due to minerals, we do supply a few gallons of drinking water under the coffee bar as well as drinking water filter in the kitchen. This property is NOT SUITABLE FOR SMALL CHILDREN: Please note that the property is not fenced and has direct access to open water and the dock. Extra caution is advised. Use of lake and dock at your own risk. For heating and cooling, our mini-split system is set between 69-72°F to keep the home comfortable. Guests will not have direct access to adjust the thermostat, but if you need any temperature adjustments, just let us know, and we’ll be happy to assist. Bunk Room (Twin over Twin, Minimal Privacy) The room serves as a pass-through between the living room and the four-season room. Be sure to check the photos of the bunk area to ensure it’s a good fit for your group before booking! We DO NOT supply life jackets, so please bring some if you plan on swimming especially with children. Use of dock and lake are at your own risk. Dock Use & Boat Access: Our 50-foot private dock is available for guest use! Water depth is about 2 feet midway and 3 feet at the end, which is typically suitable for smaller boats like fishing boats or pontoons. Please note: all boats must be pre-authorized prior to using the dock to ensure safe and proper access. Boat Rental: If you would like to rent a pontoon boat we recommend reaching out to Your Boat Club Dot Com on Forest Lake. Let us know if you do, we will give you a coupon code if there’s one avail. Guests should approach slowly and use caution when docking, as the water is very shallow.

What this place offers

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Room-darkening shades

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Room-darkening shades

Entertainment

  • Exercise equipment

Family

  • Board games
  • Fireplace guards

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Portable fans

Home safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • First aid kit

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Lake access
  • Waterfront
  • Beach access
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Outdoors

  • Garden or backyard
  • BBQ grill
  • Boat slip
  • Fire pit
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Single level home No stairs in home

Services

  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more

Accessibility and Availability

Neighborhood

Quiet, peaceful neighborhood. Close to town.

Guest Access

You'll have full access to the entire home and all outdoor spaces, including the backyard. Unfortunately, the garage is not available for guest use.

Reviews

Emma
July 2025 · Airbnb
Jenny was a fabulous host. Her home was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy a relaxing weekend with family. She was very responsive and accommodating to our needs. Highly recommend.
Christina
June 2025 · Airbnb
Jenny's place was the perfect summer getaway. Her location on Forest Lake can't be beat. We enjoyed the most amazing sunsets every night. The cottage is well-stocked, beautifully decorated and very clean. The best part is we could keep our boat right outside. Jenny was a great host. She was very responsive when we did have questions. And she definitely provided everything we needed for our relaxing summer getaway. We hope to visit again!
Teresa
June 2025 · Airbnb
I truly loved my stay at Jenny's place. It was very comfortable, beautiful and clean. We had everything we needed for our stay. I would definitely book this place again in the future!
Bruce
May 2025 · Airbnb
This is a perfect cabin spot close to the city, but feels like being in a remote spot up north. Jenny was phenomenal, responsive, accommodating, with great communication and easy instructions.
Kari
May 2025 · Airbnb
An absolutely beautiful private spot, right on the lake. I’m a southerner and didn’t pack well enough for the temperature so I needed to wash clothes which I wouldn’t normally do. Brand new washer/dryer, clear instructions, soap provided. Fabulous gas fireplace, plentiful linens, comfortable bed and gorgeous views. I was so impressed, will absolutely be back. Jenny is a perfect host! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💜
Kendra
May 2025 · Airbnb
Two words- Stay here! The pictures done begin to do the house or the beautiful lake view justice. The only issue was we couldn’t stay longer! Jenny was in continued communication with us to see if we had any needs. I can’t wait to visit family so we can stay again!!
Heather
March 2025 · Airbnb
My stay at this lakeside cabin was exceptional! The host Jenny was so responsive and helpful with all my questions prior to arrival. The house was beautifully decorated and very clean. The amenities were nice and the kitchen was stocked with new and clean dishes and cookware. The bathrooms were clean and had soft fresh towels. The beds were extremely comfortable and each had really nice pillows and bedding. You can tell it was recently renovated and everything seemed new and fresh while still keeping a cozy charm. The lake view from the house was unbelievable and it felt very cozy and serene. It was a perfect place to relax and unwind and I will definitely be booking another stay here! I would highly recommend booking a stay here to anyone looking for a place to unwind and relax!
Catherine
March 2025 · Airbnb
The place was so great on every level. From the minute we walked in we were captivated by the cleanliness’s and beautiful decor that made us feel excited to be there. Jennifer made every part of the experience from the start easy and was she always happy to answer questions and explain anything we didn’t understand. She had a great feel for the community and the lake. We will be returning to this place for sure!

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