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Karen’s Kottage - Lake John Cutie on the Bay! NEW - now with Wi-Fi!!!

Karen’s Kottage - Lake John Cutie on the Bay! NEW - now with Wi-Fi!!!

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Sun-loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, table football, ping pong

Overview of Karen’s Kottage - Lake John Cutie on the Bay! NEW - now with Wi-Fi!!!

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Annandale, MN
  • Popular LocationWhispering Pines Golf Course14 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Cloud State University38 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center39 min drive
  • AirportMinneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud)72 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 9
130 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
    1 single bed
Common area
    1 single bed
    1 sofa bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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

Karen’s Kottage - Lake John Cutie on the Bay! NEW - now with Wi-Fi!!!

Welcome to Karen's Kottage!...a true lake escape treasure, hidden among the tall pines boasting panoramic views of one of the best lakes in the area. You'll LOVE this scenic getaway as soon as you turn onto the wooded tree-filled drive leading to our driveway.

Featuring 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 baths, our well-appointed, cozy Kottage sleeps 9 comfortably. We have a fully equipped dine-in kitchen with breakfast bar that leads into open concept living room (with fold-out sofa bed) with fantastic water views from the entire room. Two spacious bedrooms and bath round out this floor. Lower level features another bath and family room with fireplace and another twin bed and futon for additional sleeping. Both upper and lower levels have fabulous walkout patio/decks with upper half screened in for your comfort. The best view for that morning cup of coffee, afternoon wine or anytime with a great book.

Lake John, a 450 acre recreational/scenic environmental gem is considered one of the premium lakes in Wright county. Exceptionally clean and spring fed lake with hard sandy shorelines makes it ideal for all water sports/activities, swimming, boating or just floating around with your favorite beverage! Our shoreline leading to the lake has a flat grassy area surrounded by plush landscaped vegetation, perfect for lounging in the sun or watching all the fun lake-filled activities happening before you :-)

I offer a canoe, paddle boat, two kayaks, stand up paddle board, and a floating dock to help you get out and enjoy Lake John!

The surrounding area of Annandale has some of the best summertime activities around with one of the biggest 4th of July celebrations in the state, great restaurants, award winning brewery, open air markets and many quaint shops.

Property manager

Karen MacMillan

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table football
  • Ping pong table
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Boating on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Lake John Cutie Bay Steps Water Cabin Annandale
Lake John Cutie Bay Steps Water Cabin
Lake John Cutie Bay Steps Water Annandale
John Cutie Steps Water Cabin
Karens Kottage Lake John Cutie on the Bay!
Karens Kottage Lake John Cutie on the Bay! NEW now With Wi fi!!!

About the area

Annandale

Located in Annandale, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Cokato Museum & Gust Akerlund Studio and Veit Automotive Foundation Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Clear Waters Outfitting and Becker Community Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Whispering Pines Golf Course - 14 min drive
  • The Ledge Amphitheater - 36 min drive
  • St. Cloud State University - 38 min drive
  • St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center - 39 min drive
  • College of Saint Benedict - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Casey's General Store - 7 min drive
  • Spilled Grain Brewhouse - 8 min drive
  • Corky's Bar - 10 min drive
  • Mom's Place - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Karen’s Kottage - Lake John Cutie on the Bay! NEW - now with Wi-Fi!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Karen’s Kottage - Lake John Cutie on the Bay! NEW - now with Wi-Fi!!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Karen’s Kottage - Lake John Cutie on the Bay! NEW - now with Wi-Fi!!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Karen’s Kottage - Lake John Cutie on the Bay! NEW - now with Wi-Fi!!! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Whispering Pines Golf Course and 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Powder Ridge. Lake Maria State Park and Warner Lake Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Whitney K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet classic cabin, super hospitality
Karen's Kottage is Kute and Komfortable! Sweet, petite cottage with a retro feel throughout. The beds were very comfortable and we appreciated having fans in each bedroom for white noise. Everything was very clean and well-maintained. We were there in mid-September and the lake was very quiet as most summer traffic had died down already. Plenty of life jackets in a range of sizes as well as water toys and some water crafts to use. We had a bonfire one night and enjoyed coffee from the upper screened in porch in the mornings. Karen is super hospitable and responsive and checked in with us throughout the stay. And she even brought over a freshly baked treat our final morning!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan H., Omaha

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
The kottage was just what we needed, it was clean and comfortable with everything you need for a relaxing getaway. Karen was a great host and was very concerned about making sure everything was great. Already making plans to try and get back there next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous property
Clean, neat, homey. Great lake side amenities, fishing and swimming beach. Porches up/down were great!! Nice to have grass on the beach rather than sand to track into the cabin and stairs out of the water onto the dock. Nice shade in the afternoon. Fishing was fabulous!! We would definitely consider renting this property again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daun C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cutie Indeed!
Karen's Kottage is a gem. We stayed in late June with my parents. The location was perfect. Close enough to town, but secluded enough. We wound through the trees to find Karen's Kottage. Pretty much everything we needed was there. The lake was quiet, even in the days leading up to the 4th of July. Most days, it felt like we were the only ones there. The entire back wall of the living room windows and the screened in porch, gave sweeping vistas of the lake. We had a front row ticket to the family of Loons and their haunting call. There were also Osprey that would occasionally buzz the lake. Two of the days, we rented a pontoon. And the dock was perfect for tying the pontoon up at the end of the day. The dock is nice and long, and we were able to catch some nice sized fish from there. All in all, Karen is a wonderful host, and we would whole-heartedly recommend her little oasis! We will be staying again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cabin Getaway
We loved the Kottage! Our kids enjoyed swimming and fishing all day and using the lake toys provided. Perfect location on the lake as well!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake fun!
Had a wonderful family weekend! The best part was the floating dock and all the water toys/kayaks etc to play with. Great, accommodating hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Becky H., Prior Lake

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing cabin
We enjoyed our family getaway at the cottage. The lake view was wonderful, and we loved the screened in deck. The lake had some weeds, but there was an area for swimming and floating. The cabin could stand some updated furniture, and a bigger pot in the kitchen for making pasta, taco meat, etc would be nice. The game table downstairs was a hit, when the weather didn’t cooperate. Overall we had a nice time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Scott G.

Great location on Lake John
The cabin is nice, it's old, but well maintained. The Owner was very quick to respond to any issues we had, which were very few.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Drea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect lake getaway
We seriously can’t thank Karen enough for the wonderful hospitality. She seriously has thought of everything you could need to have an enjoyable vacation with your family. My kids spent hours playing in the lake and jumping off the floating dock. Catching lots of fish was the perfect way to start & end the day. We also got to see the loons and hear them calling at night. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Kottage
Karen’s Kottage was super cute, exactly what it shows on the pictures. We had a great time, weather was very hot so we stayed inside a lot. It’s just wonderful waking up to the sounds of the loons in the morning. Had an issue with the coffee maker but Karen resolved that very fast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022