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The Cabin on Amelia - LARGE Lake home on beautiful Lake Amelia!

The Cabin on Amelia - LARGE Lake home on beautiful Lake Amelia!

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Sunsets are priceless at The Cabin!
Relax in the rec room, play games, wait for your turn in darts, or take a nap!
Rec Room - Enjoy the bar, comfy seating (with pull out bed) 60" tv and bar darts
Lakeside 3 season porch - foos ball, game table (bumper pool/poker) & lake views
NEWLY REDECORATED - Warm and cozy north side family room/dining room.

Overview of The Cabin on Amelia - LARGE Lake home on beautiful Lake Amelia!

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 18325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Glenwood, MN
  • Popular LocationLake Minnewaska10 min drive
  • Popular LocationPeter Sunset Beach Resort12 min drive
  • Popular LocationRolling Forks Vineyards19 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Northside bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Northside Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Northside Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Southside Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Southside Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Southside Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Northside Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Northside Bedroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Southside Bedroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Cabin on Amelia - LARGE Lake home on beautiful Lake Amelia!

We look forward to your visit to The Cabin on Amelia. In the heart of Central Minnesota’s lake country you will find the perfect place to enjoy a getaway with family and friends with something for everyone!

Lake Amelia is a 934 acre spring-fed lake with great water clarity. It is Pope County’s second deepest lake with a depth of 69 feet at its deepest point. The lake has something to offer for everyone. The public access is directly across the lake for your watercraft. Lake Amelia is perfect for swimming, fishing and water sports. The dock and lake shore shed are yours to use during your stay. You will enjoy fishing off the dock for pan fish and the occasional bass. The game fish sit on the edge of the drop-off very close to The Cabin. Just south of Amelia on State Highway 28 you will find a 24 hour bait shop.

The Cabin on Amelia is a year around rental, located on a beautifully landscaped hill. With 150 feet of shoreline it has fantastic views of the lake and stunning sunsets. Our large yard is perfect for yard games and includes a swing set for the kids. Have fun on the lake with 2 paddle boards, 2 single kayaks, a paddle boat and a canoe available onsite during your stay. Enjoy outdoor seating on the lakeside with beautiful views. At the end of the day you will find that there is plenty of room around the fire pit to relax, roast marshmallows and tell fish stories.

Our home is really 2 cabins in 1! It consists of TWO 3 bedroom cabins separated by a 1200 sq. ft. common room. This area has two screened porches… one for relaxing with a good book or good company and one of which boasts a Foosball table, multi-use game table and large stand-up freezer. We also have a collection of board and yard games, something for everyone! The sunken living area is set up with a bar, refrigerator, electronic dartboard, Bluetooth enabled portable stereo, a large seating area and a big screen “smart” television with DVD player, Direct TV and Netflix. FREE Wi-Fi is included. You will have all of the room you need and plenty to do indoors and out!
Each side of the cabin has 3 bedrooms, a full kitchen and living room with fireplace for cool evenings. The North side has two bathrooms, 2 king size beds, a crib, 2 bunk beds and a pull-out couch. The South side has one bathroom, 2 king size beds and a full size bed. Laundry facilities can be found on both sides. The Cabin sleeps 16 comfortably with 20 max. Each kitchen is fully equipped, bedrooms are supplied with plenty of comfortable bedding and each bath is equipped with towels for your indoor use.

Just a few hours drive from the Twin Cities your vacation will begin! From Alexandria, it will take you about 20 minutes to reach the northern shore of Lake Amelia. Located in Pope County, the lake is about 4 miles northeast of Glenwood. Villard is just a few miles away. These communities are home to many wonderful parks, lakes, recreational areas, shopping and community events. What could be better than going to The Cabin!

Property manager

Josh and Maren Ettesvold

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Additional fees will be discussed prior to booking

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Additional cleaning fees may be imposed for rental for guests 17-18.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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. Maximum attendees: 36
Note from host: Additional fees will be discussed prior to booking
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Glenwood

Located in Glenwood, this holiday home is on the beach. Peter Sunset Beach Resort and Minnewaska Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Erickson's Petting Zoo and Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Casey’s Amusement Park and Big Splash Indoor Waterpark. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Glenwood, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Minnewaska - 10 min drive
  • Peter Sunset Beach Resort - 12 min drive
  • Rolling Forks Vineyards - 19 min drive
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 42 min drive
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 44 min drive

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store - 9 min drive
  • Penny's Diner - 8 min drive
  • Gather Coffee + Bristro - 10 min drive
  • Pizza Ranch - 9 min drive
  • Lakeside Ballroom - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cabin on Amelia - LARGE Lake home on beautiful Lake Amelia! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cabin on Amelia - LARGE Lake home on beautiful Lake Amelia!?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cabin on Amelia - LARGE Lake home on beautiful Lake Amelia!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cabin on Amelia - LARGE Lake home on beautiful Lake Amelia! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Glenwood holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Barsness Park, Lake Minnewaska and Pope County Historical Museum. Peter Sunset Beach Resort and Minnewaska Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
We could not have created a better “home” to have our family reunion in. The two original houses that have been combined into one, with a huge living room connecting them, made it a blast! You move around easily, be social or have down time, cook amazing family meals, play games, have a dance in the living room or play outside. The 6 bedrooms and the pullout couches were all extremely comfortable and made a an easy nights rest. And the hosts were easy to contact and very helpful with any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheridan L., Plymouth

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing get away!
This place was incredible! Plenty of room for our 10 to 11 and we could’ve had many more. Plenty of space for us to be together, or to wander off for a private conversation as well. The water was clear and beautiful and the way the dock is set up and beach easy in and out with all of the fun water toys. Everything was very clean. There were plenty of towels and accessories. We had everything we needed and more. Thank you so much for sharing the space with us. It was a wonderful time for all!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place for Family
We treated our son and daughter and their families for some lake time and family time. The space was perfect for everyone to find their favorite thing to do. We played Darts, kayaking, paddle boarding, bonfire with s’mores with the wood and marshmallow forks provided, ping pong, built sandcastles, saw beautiful sunsets, and played board games at night. We grilled and cooked having two kitchens to use! There was nothing missing from this beautiful lake space! Comfy furniture, big tables for family style eating! Almost forgot about the Foosball! We laughed and ate and played hard!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Emily C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Summer Getaway
The Cabin on Amelia is great for large groups, with ample space! Lake was great for water sports, we caught many different species of fish. We loved the backyard for yard games and for the lake view!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P., Bemidji, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Beach
The house had ample room and we liked having the two complete kitchens which gave us plenty of fridge room and made meal prep a breeze. We had so much fun with the dart game, foosball table and big gathering area. The beach was really nice and we had a blast on the lily pad, paddle boat, and other toys. The fire pit was a big hit too as we ate smores and shared lots of laughs and stories as we watched the fires. Maren was very helpful and accommodating and we appreciated her kindness also.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Josh and Maren Ettesvold

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We are the Ettesvold Family! Though our rental on Lake Amelia is new, our time on Lake Amelia has been a life time! My husband and I grew up in Granite Falls, MN. Friends and family brought us to Lake Amelia and from that moment we were hooked! In 1997 we moved to Phoenix, AZ and missed lake time so much. We purchased a cabin just down the way in 2003 and sold it in 2013. After building a cabin in the White Mountains of Arizona, we found ourselves missing the cabin and our time on the lake.

Why they chose this property

Our goal for the cabin ultimately has always been to bring people together and build relationships! We met the previous owners of The Cabin on Amelia (La Quinta) years ago and we always thought it would be perfect cabin to bring people together and make memories. Fast forward to spring of 2015 - we found this cabin for sale. Perfect timing!

What makes this property unique

Our home is unique for so many reasons! 2 kitchens, 2 dining rooms and 2 laundry rooms (2 sets of front loading washers and dryers) is one of the biggest advantages. The rec room in the middle of the home is so perfect for adults and children alike. Have people who want to go to bed early? No problem, the home is large enough to accommodate that and still have a lively get together on the other side!
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