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The Lake House on Pelican Lake

Holiday home in Glenwood with kitchen and patio

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Nestled among large oak trees near Pelican Lake, The Lake House offers a cozy atmosphere and beautiful views. Relax on the deck or by the dock, enjoy WiFi in your fully equipped home away from home with kitchen amenities, linens and towels provided.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Lake House on Pelican Lake

"The Lake House" has a beautiful view of Pelican Lake. Many large oak trees surround the house, which gives you a very cozy feeling and has a homie atmosphere. The property is just 5 minutes away from Glenwood, where you can have everything that you need, Also, it is 20 minutes south of Alexandria, Minnesota. Lake Minnewaska, is between Glenwood and Starbuck, which is only 5 minutes away. There are great eating establishments, which have dining by the lake.

There is a deck where you can relax and also, a bench on the dock, if you would like to be on the water. The lake has a public boat landing, if in case you want to bring your own boat where you can tie it to our dock which is just in our backyard. You never know if you will catch a bass, northern or walleye. The lake has pretty good fishing spots. The wildlife is plentiful in the area. It's common to see deer, geese or pheasants in the front yard.

This property is also available for Fall hunting or Winter rental, if you would care to go ice fishing.

*Fully equipped kitchen (fridge, stove, oven, microwave, cooking utensils, and dining ware)
*Linens and towels will be provided to guests.
*WiFi connection available.
*Clean and well maintained.
*Pets allowed ( with owner's approval)
* No Cats allowed
*Smoking not allowed inside.
*no parties except for family gatherings.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Rules

No Cats are allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: small dogs only with owners approval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Family gatherings only

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: Family gatherings only
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

Property is also known as

The Lake House
The House On Pelican Glenwood
The Lake House in Pelican Lake
The Lake House on Pelican Lake Glenwood
The Lake House on Pelican Lake Private vacation home
The Lake House on Pelican Lake Private vacation home Glenwood

About the area

Glenwood is home to this holiday home. Pope County Historical Museum and Douglas County Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Princess Minnewaska Burial Mound and Big Ole Viking Statue. Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum and Casey’s Amusement Park are also worth visiting.
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Glenwood, MN

What's nearby

  • Princess Minnewaska Burial Mound - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Lake Minnewaska - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Minnewaska Golf Club - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Holly Skogen Park - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Lakeshore Park - 12 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Nutcracker Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gather Coffee + Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Minnewaska House Brewing Co + Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lake House on Pelican Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at The Lake House on Pelican Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lake House on Pelican Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lake House on Pelican Lake located?

Situated in Glenwood, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Princess Minnewaska Burial Mound and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Lake Minnewaska. Minnewaska Golf Club and Holly Skogen Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Lake House on Pelican Lake Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gloria D.

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

Lake house

Very comfortable with a “grandma’s house” feel! Marilyn was great to work with!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista V.

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

Very relaxing!

Marilyn was great to work with. She was very accommodating and the house was perfect for our last minute Labor Day vacation getaway! I would definitely book this house again for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Marilyn was excellent to work with. Property was clean. Deck and view were amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

Amazing house and Hostess!

We had a wonderful time on our stay. Although it was hot and the fish weren’t biting, we had a great time. The house was very nice and clean and at a great location. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonja H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at "The Lake House" was wonderful. Marilyn was wonderful to work with to ensure our vacation was all that we expected. Although we experienced an unusual amount of cool days for July, we enjoyed our time and outside of the house. The deck was a wonderful location for our family to gather for meals and games. We did enjoy the dock regardless of the challenging weather. The location of the property was so convenient to areas where we could rent kayaks as well as places to tour and hike. We were also close to stores so we could pick up any items that we had forgotten. ENJOYABLE STAY!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene H.

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

July 4th Vacation

Our family had an awesome time. The house and location were perfect. It was quiet and peaceful. Marilyn was so accommodating. She was so helpful. We did a lot of fishing, caught most of the fish off of the dock. We will be back. Marlene
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot on the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing we all enjoyed ourselves I highly recommend this place to anyone nice clean and The communication was great with the owner well definitely be booking this again sion
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marni P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Vacation

Fun place to stay with family, quiet lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

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

Great Little Cabin

Spent most of the time on the deck. Loved it! Host was exceptional!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

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

Wedding weekend

The house and property were wonderful and everything we wanted. Only down fall is the lake is not one to swim in as it is muddy and full if weeds. Other than that, I would recommend it to all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sharon O., Waukon, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice lake home on Pelican Lake.

We were at this lake home at a very unusual time as there was a real lack of water due to drought conditions and heat so that we could not dock our boat or rented pontoon. Other than that, we had a very nice time. Lake Minnewaska is real close and has two great beaches and launch areas. Kitchen was well equipped with dishwasher, etc. We enjoyed the large deck, central air and ceiling fans. Thank you for excellent communication too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H.

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

Great weekend

I was very happy with everything about The Lake House. The property is great as was the location and the host is wonderful to work with. A plus all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

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

Peaceful Getaway

We had a great time here and Marilyn was awesome with great communication. Our boat lost battery on lake and she called a neighbor to come pull us back to shore! Everything was seamless and just what we needed! We will be back! 🎉❤️🚤
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

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

Good visit

We had a nice visit and the cabin worked very well for us when we visited family for the holidays. The apartment was warm, even though it was sub-zero weather. The neighbor also did a nice job keeping the driveway clear of snow.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Melanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quiet stay

Nice location. Unfortunately due to lack of rain, lake was extremely low and weedy, not owners fault. Enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

everything you want for vacation

The home was everything we needed. clean well maintained. Quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed the stay thank you again.

4/10 Poor

Tami Tufte L.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

New to VRBO and not to VRBO Standards or Expectations

This review is not written lightly, this property truly has great potential to be a destination VRBO. The owners are new so we stayed at the destination (there was literally no where else in a 60 mile radius that could have accommodated us at short notice) and tried to let them know several items that were not up to the level of expectations we have become accustomed to with other VRBOs we have rented. Things like the multiple calls/texts to talk over check in process and what you can and cannot use or what the property does or does not offer. We suggested more details on the listing and lists of guest expectations etc, to this they responded "well I called and told you", again telling one guest all the details is not convenient for the that guest or the rest. We let them know the property's cleanliness was not good, multiple cobwebs in and outside the home, remnants of rodents, after the "cleaning person" had been there, a problem that should probably be taken care of prior to renting out again. This was not received well, which was disappointing. The price for the cleanliness, ease of check in/communication was too high in our opinion. As stated, this was not written lightly as it could be a great place with a little effort from the owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family gathering

The basement part of the house has a big open area that has a queen bed, and a pull out futon. At the time of our booking, that wasn't clearly depicted in photos, but it was explained verbally on the phone. The owners were there to greet us and make sure to explain very thoroughly everything we needed to know. We were called almost daily during our visit. The kitchen is very well-equipped, as well as towels, linens, etc. It was a perfect set up for our group! The lake was weedy, and not suited for swimming from the dock. We did catch some fish from our boat! There is a great public swimming beach about 10 minutes away in Starbuck!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021