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BOAT-SWIM-FISH Lake Cottage-Pontoon Rental

Elk River vacation home with kitchen

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A lakeside seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit, overlooking a lake with a wooden dock and a birdhouse.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a wooden coffee table.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, and a large window providing natural light.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a chair.
A two-story white house with a brick foundation, surrounded by snow-covered ground and leafless trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Elk River, MN
  • Place, William H. Houlton Conservation Area
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Elk River Library
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Orono Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

Elk River

On waterfront.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find William H. Houlton Conservation Area and Elk River City Hall. Fresno Park and Elk River Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • William H. Houlton Conservation Area - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Elk River Library - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Orono Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fresno Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dave Anderson Athletic Complex - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Elk River Station - 5 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪AEGIR Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪MC's PUB - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 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.

BOAT-SWIM-FISH Lake Cottage-Pontoon Rental

Summary:

Come make memories at this newly renovated historic cottage on Lake Orono with the whole family! Right on the water with a dock included! Walking distance to downtown Elk River, the Dam, Nature Parks, splash pad, library, dog park and playground and beach. Tons of games for all weather and kitchen is fully stocked to entertain. Weather it’s a short visit or a month stay, this home will accommodate all of your needs.



The Space:

This quaint cottage is located on Lake Orono. With picturesque views this calming relaxing retreat is a must! Wake up and enjoy a hot cup of coffee on the porch or down by the lake on the dock.



We have a pontoon to rent during your stay! Ask me How!



Guest Access:

Full House, Garage, and Dock



The Neighborhood:

Right on Lake Orono



Getting Around:

There is a sidewalk right outside the house that goes the full length of the street. Easy walk to Downtown Elk River. Off street parking with a garage available.



Other Things to Note:

This lovey cottage is closes to parks and dog parks. Walking distance to the river and the dam. Close to coffee shops, shops, dining, bakery and more!



Interaction with Guests:

If you need to get in contact with me, you can do so through the app

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing 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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

Quite Hours are 10pm-8am We reserve the right to charge a $100 fee for non-disclosed guests We reserve the right to charge a $200 fee for non-disc...

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is BOAT-SWIM-FISH Lake Cottage-Pontoon Rental to the airport?

This vacation home is 32.3 mi (38-min drive) away from the St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does BOAT-SWIM-FISH Lake Cottage-Pontoon Rental have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does BOAT-SWIM-FISH Lake Cottage-Pontoon Rental offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at BOAT-SWIM-FISH Lake Cottage-Pontoon Rental?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at BOAT-SWIM-FISH Lake Cottage-Pontoon Rental?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at BOAT-SWIM-FISH Lake Cottage-Pontoon Rental?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does BOAT-SWIM-FISH Lake Cottage-Pontoon Rental have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does BOAT-SWIM-FISH Lake Cottage-Pontoon Rental have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is BOAT-SWIM-FISH Lake Cottage-Pontoon Rental to downtown Elk River?

This vacation home is 1 mi away from Elk River.

BOAT-SWIM-FISH Lake Cottage-Pontoon Rental Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Overall, a beautiful home with spectacular views of the lake. Very quiet area and walkable to downtown for shops & dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. I was shocked how well stocked it was. Every ktichen item you could need. Toilet paper and detergents. It was so clean and smelled amazingly. The communication was fantastic. We were staying due to home renovation we stayed several weeks and we were not disturbed by them nor ignored with questions. The view was incredible. They even have bikes and kiacks (spelling). Absolutely fun little house. It is very compact rooms. Fully furnished. Would stay again just to get away from home!!!
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Erx snowmobile weekend

Great place and nice clean and warm. Awesome place for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint & Cozy

The location was perfect for us for visiting family. Ellie even had a tree put up for us for Christmas. She was a wonderful host & we had a lovely time there!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Father's Day Getaway

We had a great long weekend at this wonderfully redone home. Nice and quiet neighborhood and very close to restaurants and shopping. Enjoyed the kayaks and even caught a few fish. Ellie was easy to communicate with and very quick to reply to a question that I had. Would recommend for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. House was clean, cozy and warm. Any initial concerns we had were addressed quickly by the property manager, which were minor. The steps are steep for anyone who has issues with stairs, but we were fine. Downtown was cute. I would recommend checking out Tipsy’s on Main for dinner and drinks…. Farm to table and everything was great. Old Main Eatery was awesome for breakfast and early lunch. Family owned and delicious.Property was very quiet at night and had a great view from the kitchen window. We were there in late November so we couldn’t enjoy the outside amenities but the fire pit and dock looked beautiful. Linens were nice and plenty of dishes, pots and pans…. Just bring the food!Would Absolutly stay again if in the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was great communication prior, during, and immediately after my stay at this wonderful VRBO home on Lake Orono in Elk River. My dogs and I were the primary occupants for the full 10-days; however, I did have family nearby. They were able to stop by on occasion for a visit or for a meal, which was wonderful! The kitchen had many of the utensils I needed but be sure to bring your own ingredients. The basic salt, pepper, and cooking spray were in the cupboard upon my arrival, but I am not sure that is part of the package or a guarantee :-)My son and his family were able to join me for fishing off the dock. The weather was rainy for over the weekend, so we didn't enjoy the kayaks or the paddle board this time (I would return again for sure). One thing I do want to call out is that you want to let your hosts know 5 days in advance if you want to use a pontoon, so they have time to have it delivered. I didn't do that, so I am tucking that piece of intel in my pocket for my next visit. The lake is absolutely beautiful, especially the sunrise and sunsets. The home is near many wonderful attractions, and I definitely recommend this VRBO rental. As mentioned, I certainly will be back!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

We are in our 70's and stayed the month of Aug 2024. Ellie was very responsive to our needs, even adding a window air conditioner to the downstairs bedroom because the weather on our arrival was very hot. We had our 3 grandkids visit (from Chicago) while we were there and they really enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards. There are 6 Adirondack chairs outside around a fire pit. There's also a table with an umbrella and four 'bar height' chairs for outside seating. The interior was comfy and convenient. The kitchen table seats 8 and I had some family members over to play cards. The staircase going upstairs was narrow and a little difficult for us 'older' folks but I got used to it after a few days. There is a small step between the dining room and living room which you have to be careful of, until you get used to it being there. The kitchen is well stocked with most everything you need. Just add your food! Many appliances and other items seemed brand new. The washer and dryer were great. The location was very convenient. I walked (about a mile) to downtown a few times to go to the Thurs Farmer's Market. I also walked a few of the nearby nature paths. There is a really nice park and beach area on the lake with picnic tables, play equipment, splash pad, etc. My husband and I loved watching the beautiful sunsets over the lake and the duck families. The owner has included lots of things to make her guests comfortable. All in all, it was a great stay. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved this beautiful lake home! Pictures did not do the home justice, it felt much more spacious than the photos let on and the view of the lake was unparalleled. I loved enjoying my morning coffee in the Adirondack chairs with the sparkling water in front of me. Sunsets were gorgeous, too! We had everything we needed in the kitchen, laundry, and bathroom which made the stay much more comfortable. There was a little blackberry bush that my toddlers loved checking each morning, the dock/lake was swimmable and perfect for everyone. We did have to buy infant and toddler lifejackets and there was only one beach towel, which was the only downside, but I probably should have expected that (first time lake house renter here). Thank you so much, we will definitely rent again if we’re back in this area!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute little home, right on the water and with a lovely view. We had a really nice stay and were so happy that we added the pontoon rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024