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Active Family Launch Pad

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8162 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
Arden Hills, MN
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Minnesota, Twin Cities7 min drive
  • Popular LocationComo Park Zoo and Conservatory10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMinnesota State Fairgrounds11 min drive
  • AirportMinneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud)33 min drive

Most relevant reviews

ExperimentalCarousel

20/10 Excellent

great location and accomodating and functional space
Julie C.
Jan 2, 2024

About this property

Entire place

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

Active Family Launch Pad

Haven on the shores of Lake Johanna. Across the street from the a Regional Park with beach. Fully recreational lake all year long. Conveniently less than 8 miles (15 minutes) to either downtown Minneapolis or St Paul. All the comforts of home. Clean, bright, incredible view of the lake.

Property manager

William Mason

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Toaster
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1745 sq ft (162 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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: 10
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

Vrbo Property Arden Hills
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Arden Hills

About the area

Arden Hills

Located in Arden Hills, this cottage is on the beach. Target Center and Orpheum Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Minnesota State Fairgrounds and Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at U.S. Bank Stadium or Target Field. 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

  • University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - 7 min drive
  • Como Park Zoo and Conservatory - 10 min drive
  • Minnesota State Fairgrounds - 11 min drive
  • U.S. Bank Stadium - 12 min drive
  • Target Center - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Fridley Station - 10 min drive
  • Westgate Station - 11 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 4 min drive
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 4 min drive
  • Chick-Fil-A - 4 min drive
  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Active Family Launch Pad pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Active Family Launch Pad?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Active Family Launch Pad?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Active Family Launch Pad located?

This Arden Hills cottage is on the beach, 3 mi (4.8 km) from Rosedale Center, and within 6 mi (10 km) of University of Minnesota, Twin Cities and Heights Theater. University of Minnesota-St. Paul and Minnesota State Fairgrounds are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews" "
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 14 reviews" "
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kellie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect college visa
Had a great time property is close to Mall of America and The U. My son is deciding on where to attend college and was a great location to bring the family (myself, husband, younger brother and dogs)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
great location and accomodating and functional space
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Hilary M.

Cozy Cottage
We had a good trip. The interior was quite clean. The surrounding yard and plants could've used some TLC to gain a greater view of the lake and to enable our small children to use the yard space.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Great house near walking trails lake and beach. Quiet and peaceful yet not far from many attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peacefully Perfect
We loved our stay here and would come back in a heartbeat. Everything was clean and labeled well, there was ample space for our group, and the lake is so close by! Exactly as listed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

mike s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Everything was as advertised—very convenient location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Jeff E., St Louis

Problems with check in
Not a good place for the price! Totally outdated and the outside wasn't pleasant to look at boat trailer and roofing materials in the driveway,cobwebs everywhere outside spiders and ants just not a place i felt good about
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we needed.
Owners were awesome at responding to my questions about the property. We had enough places to sleep for all of our group. Great kitchen with everything we would need at a house. Weather was good enough to use the lake, but we were glad it was available. Location is close to grocery stores for quick pick ups of supplies. Yard was great for games and a fire. Open air deck in the front and a big covered porch in the back for hanging out while grilling. We would go back in the future if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane M., Plano, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home for our family vacation!
We enjoyed a delightful family vacation here. Our son lives a few houses away from this home, and we needed an expansion for sleeping. William and Elsie have a lovely home we enjoyed immensely! Cooking utensils are fantastic. We enjoyed the grill! The kids were thrilled with the toys and books there. It is an older home that has been nicely remodeled and has a beautiful view of the lake! We were especially impressed with the cleanliness, and loved the fresh-cut flowers, and the green live plants. William and Elsie were very available for our questions or needs. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Felicia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
We really enjoyed this property. Loved how close it was to the lake. The owners were very accommodating. The bedrooms were great and quite comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022