Forest Leaf Lake House

Year round Lakeside Getaway, 30 mins from Twin Cities

Forest Lake, MN, United States

Forest Leaf Lake House

โ˜• Morning coffee with sunrise on the water. Enjoy coffee bar with drip coffee, Keurig, and tea selection ๐ŸŽฃ ๐Ÿ›ถ Top rated dock Fishing, Paddle Boarding, Kayaking, bring or rent a boat ๐Ÿ”ฅBBQ cookouts, Fire pit gatherings ๐Ÿก Come inside for cozy fireplaces, games, or movie binge on the Roku ๐ŸŽ† Spectacular 4th of July firework views! โ„๏ธ Winter Wonderland โ€“ Snowmobiling and ice fishers paradise ๐Ÿ“5 min to downtown Forest Lake, 30 mins to the Mn State Fair and Twin Cities

6 guests
2 bedrooms
1.5 bathrooms

Good to know

๐Ÿ›‹๏ธ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. ๐ŸŒ… Enjoy more panoramic views from the four-season sunroom, complete with a Jotul gas fireplace and record player. ๐ŸŒบ Fresh dรฉcor, new flooring and bathrooms. ๐Ÿ˜ด Rest easy in brand-new beds with plush bedding. ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Bedroom 1: King bed, 4K Roku TV, blackout drapes, ceiling fan. ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Bedroom 2: Queen bed, 4K Roku TV, blackout drapes, ceiling fan. ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Sleeping area/ Bunk room twin over twin: located in a common area with limited privacy. Dock Use: ๐ŸŽฃ Our 50-foot private dock is available for guest use from May - October (check with host for exact dates, weather dependent ) It's great for fishing and relaxing. Water depth is about 2 feet midway and 3 feet at the end. See โ€œother detailsโ€ for more notes on dock and boat use. ๐Ÿ”ฅ Fire pit, gas grill, cozy outdoor seating and dining areas are yours to enjoy. ๐ŸŽ† Incredible Fourth of July and New Yearโ€™s Eve Fireworks visible from dock!

House Rules

๐Ÿก House Rules: 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 donโ€™t provide life jackets). By booking, you and your group agree to these rulesโ€”thank you for helping us keep Lakeside Retreat a welcoming space for everyone.

Other Details to Note

The property runs on well water, and weโ€™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. Sorry, but absolutely no pets. If a pet is found to be on the property it will be an immediate cancellation of booking. For heating and cooling, our mini-split system is set between 69-72ยฐF 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 weโ€™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 itโ€™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. The dock is typically installed mid-May and removed in early October (weather dependent). During this period guests can enjoy swimming, fishing, and boating directly from the dock. 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 thereโ€™s one avail. Guests should approach slowly and use caution when docking, as the water is very shallow.

What this place offers

Common

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

Bathroom

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

Bedroom and laundry

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

Common

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

Bathroom

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

Bedroom and laundry

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

Entertainment

  • Exercise equipment

Family

  • Board games
  • Fireplace guards

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Portable fans

Home safety

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

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

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

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill
  • Boat slip
  • Fire pit
  • Garden or backyard
  • 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 and covered patio behind the garage. Unfortunately, the garage is not available for guest use.

Reviews

Anna
October 2025 · Airbnb
Jenny was amazing - so quick to respond. Absolutely loved the home. We would love to stay here again. The house was so cute, loved the record player. The king size bed and sheets were so comfy! Lovely view of the lake, and we enjoyed watching the ducks in the front porch. Thanks!
Nathan
October 2025 · Airbnb
Jenny was great about getting our family in to her beautiful lake house at the last minute after our previous travel arrangements fell through. The interior was charming, welcoming, and incredibly clean. The views were astounding, and the amenities at the house helped us feel right at home in our lake retreat. We adored the place and would gladly stay again anytime.
Mike And Pat
August 2025 · Airbnb
There are so many wonderful things to say about Jenny's place. We experienced even more than what the pictures captured. For example she has a nice, well equipped coffee bar off the kitchen, including a Keurig coffee maker with a selection of coffee and hot chocolate pods. There are also tea bags. All of this to enjoy the many views of the lake during the early mornings and evenings. She also had the best "Welcome Book" that we have experienced at an Airbnb. The book is very organized, professional looking and informative about the property as well as the surrounding community. We appreciated the layout of the one level house that provided privacy for the bedrooms and still larger rooms and outside seating for enjoying family get togethers. It was a great experience!
Steven
August 2025 · Airbnb
Excellent cozy house on a lake. House is well kept and clean, very nice view from the living room and sun room. Relaxing to sit outside and watch the neighbors bird feeder, lots of ducks in and out. Coffee bar was very nice to have available. Sunset is beautiful. Jenny our host was very responsive. Recommendations for dinning near by were great. Food and service at the Old Log Cabin was great as well as at the golf course. Would definitely stay again when in the area.
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.

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