Lakeside Retreat on Cove Bay - Perfect for Families!
About this house rental
Located in Mille Lacs Lake, this attractive house for $400 per night is a great option for your next break. Are you looking for a dream getaway with your family and friends? Our lakeside retreat on Cove Bay has it all... a spacious house overlooking the beautiful lake, awesome yard for leisure activities (2 very private acres... see satellite map), perfect swimming beach (only 100 feet from the house, the swimming beach is shallow and clear with a mix of sand and gravel), many kid-friendly activities, and lovely decor to match the season. Everyone in your group will have a blast (adults and children alike), and we genuinely look forward to your visit with us! Our 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 2,500+ square foot home on the highly sought-after Cove Bay (Mille Lacs Lake, MN) is only 90 minutes from the Twin Cities and situated on a 2 acre private lot with level elevation (right up to the lake) and 150’ of gently sloping beach, perfect for families with young children. Four of the bedrooms have queen size beds (one on the main level, great for grandparents) and the 5th bedroom has three bunk beds, one queen size bed, one futon sleeper, and a window seat (a perfect room for the children, including 50" television, DVD / BluRay player, and DirectTV)! There are also five bathrooms (two full baths, two 3/4 baths and one 1/2 bath), and these are attached to the bedrooms for complete privacy... you can't ask for a better setup for your family and friends, with the potential to very comfortably sleep 16 people! This two-level home also includes a fully equipped kitchen (for all of your cooking needs), spacious dining area (huge dining table with seating for twelve and eight additional folding chairs available), main-level living room overlooking the beautiful lake, separate TV/Video room (with 60” television, DVD / BluRay player, Wii game console, DirectTV, and complimentary wifi / high speed internet), laundry facilities for mid-week washing, and an outdoor Weber propane grill (with grilling utensils) for your tasty Bar-B-Ques. We also offer a 25' Bennington Luxury Tri-Toon (13 person capacity) for our guests to rent from June thru August, and it is available on a first-come first-served basis (separate rental fees apply). If you have interest in renting our pontoon, please let us know. Mille Lacs Lake is a world-class fishery with walleye, northern pike, jumbo perch, giant muskie, smallmouth bass, crappies and sunfish! Referred to as the "Walleye Capital of the World", Mille Lacs Lake was also recently ranked as the #1 bass lake in America by Bassmaster (2017). The lake yielded four beastly "world-record" muskies in 2015 & 2016, each in the 60+ pound range! Feel free to bring your own boat… a bait shop and public boat landing are both less than two miles from this home, and the dock is yours to use during your entire stay. You can also book a launch trip for your group, or a private guided fishing trip that will create lifetime memories. There are many trophy fish to be had on this world-renowned lake! In addition to fantastic fishing, this lake home also features 150’ of gently sloping beach, perfect for swimming (it is shallow for a long ways out, great for young kids, and the water is extremely clear). Enjoy a gorgeous sunset from the private dock or the lakeside fire pit, and know that the private setting (see satellite view on Google map below) will provide a very quiet and peaceful getaway for you and your family and friends. Our large 2 acre yard is perfect for spreading out and enjoying yard games, and includes an outdoor playground for the children, basketball hoop in the front driveway, a paddleboat and six kayaks for zipping around on the lake, tons of games and toys, and numerous activities nearby (see list below for some of the local attractions). The rates posted below include EVERYTHING you could possibly need for your stay in our lakeside retreat... just bring your food, clothes, and toiletries! We provide complimentary wifi / high speed internet, the laundry facilities are free-of-charge, the six kayaks and paddleboat are available for your entire stay, the dock can be used for mooring your boat (no dock charges), two propane tanks are provided for the grill, no parking fees for your vehicles, the garage is full of toys and swimming supplies (including life jackets and water shoes), the kitchen is fully equipped (free coffee, condiments, spices, etc), and so forth. We provide a "general information" package one month before your check-in with information on all of these amenities and MORE, including local attractions and many fun things to do during your stay. The summer months are very popular, but don't overlook the fall, winter, or spring. Each of these seasons provides very unique activities and many fun-filled days: Fall Activities - Take in the crisp, autumn air and enjoy the beautiful fall colors on the lake. Popular activities include ATV riding (more than 300 miles of premier ATV trails make this the largest connected ATV trail in the state), biking and hiking (the Mille Lacs Soo Line Trail is the newest "rails to trails" projects in the state of Minnesota and provides a scenic tour for hiking, biking, and rollerblading during the beautiful fall months), and fishing / hunting / shooting / archery (during the fall, trophy fish are fattening up for winter, and Mille Lacs is also home to white-tailed deer, grouse, and various duck species. The Mille Lacs Wildlife Management Area is located on the south end of the lake, and it encompasses over 39,000 acres of public hunting land, all for your enjoyment). Winter Activities - The Mille Lacs Lake area is simply AMAZING during the winter months! Nothing brings out the kids in all of us, quite like winter. If you enjoy quiet sports, there are myriad trails for snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. The Mille Lacs Kathio State Park also has a sledding hill with hot chocolate in the warming house. For the "active" outdoor enthusiast, the wind-whipped expanse of Mille Lacs Lake is perfect for kiteboarding on skis or snowboards, or ice skating. Don’t miss one of the lake’s big kiteboarding events—the annual Mille Lacs Crossing—usually held the first weekend in March. Or maybe you love to hit the MN snowmobile trails. Trailer up your machines or arrange to rent sleds... either way, the hundreds of miles of groomed MN snowmobile trails will provide a picturesque getaway. If fishing is your thing, plowed roads provide easy access on and off the lake, and local resorts offer fish houses for rent. These well-equipped fish houses have all the comforts of home. Hang out on the lake, play some cards—and of course, fish! Check out the ice reports, hire a guide, grab some tackle and fresh bait, and hit the Mille Lacs Lake ice highway for great Minnesota ice fishing! If you have any questions, please feel free to ask these in your response. We look forward to having you and your guests at our lakeside retreat on Cove Bay. Thank you!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Mille Lacs Lake, MN
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(119 Reviews)
4.0
Great home and location. The house was fully furnished and had nearly everything you need for a great time away.
5.0
Five guys stayed for a couple days of fishing. Unfortunately we did not have the time or weather to utilize any of the outdoor amenities. But the location was perfect for us and we enjoyed sitting next to the fireplace to warm up after a cold, rainy day on the lake.
5.0
Everything was perfect. We had no complaints. The house was clean and very spacious. He had every accommodation that anyone could ever ask for. Everything was provided from every size life jacket to water shoes. They had fun lawn games. The kids loved the swing set and we all loved the kayaks and paddle boat. The house was big enough for our family of 11. Jason was fast to respond to my many questions. We could not have asked for a better place to stay. We would highly recommend this home to any one looking for a perfect getaway.
10.0
Awesome stay. Property was great and it was very easy to work with the owners!
5.0
Awesome stay. Property was great and it was very easy to work with the owners!
5.0
We came with 4 adults and 5 teens and pre-teens. The property is beautiful, clean and has everything you need for a relaxing, fun time. From kayaks to bikes to a stocked kitchen of supplies, we had an absolute blast. Highly recommend!
5.0
We enjoyed the home and it was very spacious. Very clean and home feeling. We spent most days fishing but the time we had in the home we all enjoyed it.
10.0
We filled the house with 16 people but it didn’t feel crowded. Lots of games around the large dining room table, ice fishing, and riding the snowmobile on the lake. Jason was fast to answer any questions we had before and during our stay. Lovely time had by all!
5.0
We filled the house with 16 people but it didn’t feel crowded. Lots of games around the large dining room table, ice fishing, and riding the snowmobile on the lake. Jason was fast to answer any questions we had before and during our stay. Lovely time had by all!
5.0
we had a wonderful time at jason's. The house was beautifully decorated for christmas. We were here last november for our thanksgiving. The house is nice and big which we need with our big bunch. The kitchen is well supplied for cooking. It is a beautiful view of the lake also.
5.0
Perfect
5.0
Beautiful house on a beautiful piece of property! Plenty of space for a large family gathering and plenty of activities/things to do on the property itself as well as nearby. Owners responded quickly to emails, house was very clean and had everything we needed for a great time. Highly recommend!
5.0
This is a great property. We did an extended family getaway with 7 adults and 2 kids and there was plenty of space for everyone. The kids loved the sandbox, bikes and water toys that were provided. The adults loved the fully stocked kitchen, separate bedrooms with adjoining baths and how easy it was to keep an eye on the kids from pretty much anywhere in the house. The owners have thought of everything you'll need while you're here. Can't go wrong with this one!
5.0
I can't say enough about this beautiful property. It is a tucked away gem that has everything you could possibly need. We
couldn't have enjoyed our stay more.
10.0
Absolutely beautiful home and top-notch hosts! Everything was so well thought out! The property and amenities were amazing we had such a great experience!
5.0
Absolutely beautiful home and top-notch hosts! Everything was so well thought out! The property and amenities were amazing we had such a great experience!
10.0
By far our favorite lake house/cabin rental! The amount of toys, life jackets, games, outdoor activities, and overall accommodations was beyond our expectations. Communication with the owner was seamless! We wished our stay was longer. Truly enjoyed every minute!
5.0
By far our favorite lake house/cabin rental! The amount of toys, life jackets, games, outdoor activities, and overall accommodations was beyond our expectations. Communication with the owner was seamless! We wished our stay was longer. Truly enjoyed every minute!
5.0
We throughly enjoyed staying at the Lakeside Retreat. It was perfect for our family of 12. Plenty of room for all of us.
There was something to do for everyone! Between kayaking, the paddle boat, cornhole, fishing, lots of room for the kids to play.
We would recommend staying here, and would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Family Vacation
We throughly enjoyed staying at the Lakeside Retreat. It was perfect for our family of 12. Plenty of room for all of us.
There was something to do for everyone! Between kayaking, the paddle boat, cornhole, fishing, lots of room for the kids to play.
We would recommend staying here, and would definitely stay here again!
10.0
We loved our stay and could not have had a better experience working with Jason! The house was amazing and was stocked with everything we needed and more! The garage was full of games and activities to keep us busy, which we really appreciated! The fishing was good, however, the late spring made the water too cool for the water activities we had planned which was a bummer. This made more time for playing games, relaxing in the sun and just enjoying our time together. We would not hesitate to stay here again! Thank you so much for opening your home to us!
10.0
Family of 12 found Cove Bay rental to be everything we needed for all age groups! Wonderful week on Mille lacs lake.
5.0
Home away from home
Family of 12 found Cove Bay rental to be everything we needed for all age groups! Wonderful week on Mille lacs lake.
5.0
Great home!
We loved our stay and could not have had a better experience working with Jason! The house was amazing and was stocked with everything we needed and more! The garage was full of games and activities to keep us busy, which we really appreciated! The fishing was good, however, the late spring made the water too cool for the water activities we had planned which was a bummer. This made more time for playing games, relaxing in the sun and just enjoying our time together. We would not hesitate to stay here again! Thank you so much for opening your home to us!
4.0
Nice place, dang spendy for all the rules….
4.0
Pretty spendy
Nice place, dang spendy for all the rules….
5.0
We loved this location, we will be going back!
5.0
Amazing property! Successful family trip!
We loved this location, we will be going back!
5.0
We went to Cove Bay for a family Christmas. The place was amazing. Very clean, enough space/bedroom and bathroom for all of us. They had everything you could possible need. . The cabin was beautifully decorated for Xmas. They had more decorations then I did at home. Lol. The owner was very responsive and made sure we were plowed out when we got a big snow fall. I would definitely recommend it.
5.0
Lovely home very comfortable homey feel. We had grandchildren who could play in one living room while adults played games in anothr. Bedrooms are very spacious, plenty of room. Beautiful scenery of the lake in the back and the trees in the front of the home.
5.0
Family Holiday
Lovely home very comfortable homey feel. We had grandchildren who could play in one living room while adults played games in anothr. Bedrooms are very spacious, plenty of room. Beautiful scenery of the lake in the back and the trees in the front of the home.
5.0
Best Xmas cabin.
We went to Cove Bay for a family Christmas. The place was amazing. Very clean, enough space/bedroom and bathroom for all of us. They had everything you could possible need. . The cabin was beautifully decorated for Xmas. They had more decorations then I did at home. Lol. The owner was very responsive and made sure we were plowed out when we got a big snow fall. I would definitely recommend it.
5.0
Check-in and check-out went seamless. The owners were friendly and accommodating, really great and easy to work with. It was clean and comfortable in every way. It had plenty of beds and was well equipped both indoors and outdoors. Outside, there was a lovely firepit in the back showcasing beautiful views of Mille Lacs Lake.
We had a beautiful and relaxing time, and created some great new memories. This is a wonderful place and we'd definitely stay here again!
5.0
We loved this lake home!
Check-in and check-out went seamless. The owners were friendly and accommodating, really great and easy to work with. It was clean and comfortable in every way. It had plenty of beds and was well equipped both indoors and outdoors. Outside, there was a lovely firepit in the back showcasing beautiful views of Mille Lacs Lake.
We had a beautiful and relaxing time, and created some great new memories. This is a wonderful place and we'd definitely stay here again!
5.0
Great Location
house is on great location we had lots fun
5.0
We had a fantastic time staying at the Lakeside Retreat. With our ages ranging from 9-77, everyone in our family of 9 was comfortable and found something to enjoy. From toys to games to a fire outside, we had a great weekend getaway.
5.0
Beautiful Family Cove
We had a fantastic time staying at the Lakeside Retreat. With our ages ranging from 9-77, everyone in our family of 9 was comfortable and found something to enjoy. From toys to games to a fire outside, we had a great weekend getaway.
5.0
Perfect place for a quiet getaway
Property was beautiful. The house inside and out was very clean. The extras in the garage kept my family busy for hours. We had so much fun playing games and being outside and enjoying the beautiful fall weather. We saw wildlife from deer to turkey's every morning. Fishing was awesome as well . Would more than recommend this property to anyone. We are considering booking this property again very soon.
5.0
The home is beautiful and was decorated for the season. The rooms are spacious, and virtually every bedroom had a very nice bathroom. The garage had plenty of toys/games all nicely labeled, all utensils for a fire pit to roast marshmallows, including firewood. Plenty of life vests (all sizes) for all the water crafts. Several bikes for most ages. The lake views were great, very long dock, lite up at night with solar lights. The play ground is amazing with swings, rock climbing wall for kids, monkey bars, slides, picnic tables. Our grandkids were kept busy and played with so many options. Oh, fishing poles as well, Was peaceful and quiet. The kitchen well equipped. It just felt great, well maintained, clean, and made for a very enjoyable stay.
5.0
Our Gathering for an Autumn escape was exceptional from 20 something to almost 90 we were all comfortable and cozy-excellent clean beds and bathrooms! So much to enjoy wheather a sunny day with kayaks -firepit singing-cornhole basketball ......but equally on a rainy day we enjoyed games -movies -baking the kitchen supplied all our needs-its unusuall for a prpperty to have stunning view equally from front covered porch and backyard beach -so quiet and serene our entire group had a lovely time and made magical memories!!!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Mille Lacs Lake?
The average price for a rental in Mille Lacs Lake is $252 per night. This rental is $148 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lakeside Retreat on Cove Bay - Perfect for Families!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Lakeside Retreat on Cove Bay - Perfect for Families! pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Lakeside Retreat on Cove Bay - Perfect for Families!?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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