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MINNeSTAY* The Happy Home | Ski |

Family-friendly vacation home in Lakeland with a fitness center

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Dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 112908 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Lakeland, MN
  • Place, Lakefront Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Hudson Hospital & Clinic
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Seasons on St. Croix Gallery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lakeland

Located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Saint Croix River, this vacation home is within a 5-minute drive of Lakefront Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Lakefront Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Hudson Hospital & Clinic - 5 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Seasons on St. Croix Gallery - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Phipps Center for the Arts - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Knoke's Chocolates - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Saint Paul Union Depot - 21 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pier 500 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hudson Tap - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

MINNeSTAY* The Happy Home | Ski |

Welcome to The Happy Home! Near AFTON ALPS SKI AREA!

Conveniently located just off of I 94 on the Minnesota/Wisconsin border, in beautiful Lakeland, MN, this home is one for the books! Special features include a movie theater, sprawling backyard, firepit, and gymnasium! With 4 bedrooms and room to sleep 11, there is space for everyone.


*House Features*
Full book shelfs and Games located behind panels in Dining Room
Lower level gymnasium;
Pickelball 1/2 court length, full court width, paddles and balls
1/2 court Basketball court, basketballs
small hockey net, sticks and pucks
Miscellaneous toys
Electronic dart board and darts
Projection movie screen
Desk/chair convenient for "working from home"
2 card tables

Afton Alps Ski area and golf course 6 miles
Troy Burne Golf course 9 miles
Hudson 2 miles
Stillwater 8 miles


*HOUSE RULES*
• All guests must be over the age of 25, unless part of a family unit. Verification may be required.
• All check-ins are contactless! To provide this service, we require a photo of yourself holding your ID to verify your identity, to be emailed or texted to our reservations department prior to check-in. No exceptions. (Please be aware that we do not have staff available to meet guests in person on site for this purpose.)
• Bookings made within 7 days of arrival will require additional credit card documentation.
• A Minnestay Rental Agreement must be signed prior to arrival. This will require that you provide us with your email address. Please inquire about the terms and conditions prior to booking. More info can be found on the Minnestay website, under Guest Services - Rental Policies.
• No smoking inside of the home. This includes e-cigarette and vape.
• This property may have a noise monitoring device on the interior of the home. Additional noise monitoring devices may be located in gathering spaces on the exterior of the home, as well.
• No events! This home is designed for families and responsible adults. Restrictions include, but are not limited to: Weddings and wedding celebrations, bachelorette/bachelor gatherings, and reunions.
• No pets allowed!
• Please note that you are staying in a private home and not a hotel. We expect that you will treat it with respect. If any problems arise, we will do our best to resolve them as quickly as we are able.
• Consumable amenities provided by Minnestay are not refilled during stay.
• Quiet Hours: 10PM-7AM. We love our neighbors! Please be respectful of the permanent residents on either side of this property.
• Direct bookings or other online booking sources may be subject to a 3% cancellation fee.

Deviation from these rules can result in an eviction from the premises with no refund, as stated in the signed rental agreement.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,908 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Lakeland, close to Troy Burne Golf Club, Afton Alps Golf Course, and Afton Alps Ski Area. You'll also find Saint Croix River and Seasons on St. Croix Gallery within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is a spa located at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is MINNeSTAY* The Happy Home | Ski | a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as massages and concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at MINNeSTAY* The Happy Home | Ski |?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown), which is 19.2 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP), which is located 29.9 mi away (39-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at MINNeSTAY* The Happy Home | Ski |?

Yes, every accommodation at MINNeSTAY* The Happy Home | Ski | comes with a balcony.

MINNeSTAY* The Happy Home | Ski | Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly appointed and beautiful house in great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was very clean and nicely organized. We had a wonderful time at the Happy Home. Everyone was very happy with the accommodations! We hope that we will be able to stay there again because we were so happy with the accommodations! I can’t say enough about how happy we all were with everything!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet location and nice house. The large play room was great for the kids. We appreciated the large well stocked kitchen and open floor plan for cooking and dining. Easy walk to a large playground for younger children.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John and Deb m.

Liked: Cleanliness
We have stayed at vacation rentals for 20 years. This one tops the list. Very spacious, brightly decorated, lots of bright windows, four bedrooms, three baths, most every utensil we needed. And the gymnasium was a huge hit. The in-home theater requires a computer, and we didn’t bring one, so we spent our evenings out by the campfire, making s’mores. Then we came in and played games at the big table. We took the pontoon on the St. Croix River at the local marina. Ate in Hudson four times and Afton once. Otherwise we used the kitchen to cook big family meals together. Our son has stage four cancer, so we asked that they could be flexible with the timing of our rental based on his chemo treatments. They were incredibly thoughtful and flexible. If you have kids or young adults, whether it’s summer fall, spring, or winter, this is an awesome place. Especially for families up to 10 people.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

space and options

Annual ladies (8) weekend. areas and space throughout the home have each of us plenty of space and options to be together or spread out…whatever we wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Rental!

The property was perfect for our small friend gathering! Plenty of space for people to sleep and the beds were comfortable. It was extremely clean and had a lot of natural light shining through. It is very family friendly with all the amenities - including blackout blinds. We enjoyed playing pickleball in the gym!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MOLLY T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful & Clean Property

We loved this clean, modern home with the indoor sport court. We would definitely rent here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim M., pearl city Il

Liked: Cleanliness

nice place

a few things that might help in in the future.Hall bathroom needs some towel hooks.all the low chairs were hard for the old people to get out of.better pots and pans.other wise 5 stars.Tim and Susan Martens
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extremely clean and well maintained

The property was so clean and very well maintained! We felt extremely safe and enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness

First Class Lakeland

The home was wonderful and ALL of the accommodations were perfect! First class home and quiet neighborhood! Will lease again! Fully recommend all aspects of the rental! 👍
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property and location.

Clean, modern, comfortable for a group. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Service Matters

The home was as pictured: bright, open layout, and clean. The downstairs gym was a plus. What made this stay memorable, however, was the unbelievably prompt response we got from the owner and property manager to an air conditioning problem. We received a visit from the owner within 30 minutes and the unit was serviced within the hour. Things at times go sideways, but it is the response that matters. Thanks for the great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dream Home

This was an amazing place. We have 3 boys, 2 with a TON of energy and one who just loves to game. The space was incredible for all. Mom loves to cook, so the kitchen was AMAZING for everything you could ask for along with the perfect glass for her wine...red OR white! The boys got to run off their energy in the gym, we enjoyed a family walk in the quiet neighborhood. Honestly, we couldn't asked for more. Truly a home away from home. It really is the Happy Home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024