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Active Family Launch Pad

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, stereo
Relax at Haven on the shores of Lake Johanna, where an incredible lake view meets comfortable amenities. Enjoy a day at the beach across the street in Regional Park or explore Minneapolis and St Paul within 15 minutes. With all comforts of home and year-round access to recreational activities, this haven is perfect for any time.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8162 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

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

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching 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% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,745 square feet

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

Rules

Dishes and kitchen: Have the dishes done or at least running in the dishwasher. Laundry: Please pull sheets and towels and put in hampers.
No parties. No smoking of any kind. Read the welcome letter for more guidelines and instructions. Be kind.
Remember: Don't forget anything

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

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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

About the area

Map
Arden Hills, MN

What's nearby

  • University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Minnesota State Fairgrounds - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Como Park Zoo and Conservatory - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
  • U.S. Bank Stadium - 12 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Target Field - 13 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Flaherty's Arden Bowl - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Luce - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pho 400 - ‬5 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 Minnesota State Fairgrounds and Heights Theater. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities and University of Minnesota-St. Paul are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Active Family Launch Pad Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mike s.

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

Great place to stay

Everything was as advertised—very convenient location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Enjoyed our stay

great location and accomodating and functional space
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Gerald B.

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

GOOD LOCATION

Property was well maintained and very close to hiking trails around the lake. Well stocked and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley V.

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

Great owner

William was very communicative and kind throughout the stay. Recommended.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

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

Sara Z.

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

Awesome location

The beach is literally across the street and you can see it from the front yard. The lake is super clean and warm. The house is large and has plenty of space for everyone to have their own area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie B.

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

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

Sarah S.

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

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

Suzanne C.

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

Overflow housing during graduation

We rented this property for family that were in town for my son's graduation. This beautiful home by the lake was a great place for my inlaws to stay. The kids made great memories fishing with grandpa and catching plenty of fish. William is an excellent host. Highly recommend this property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

alex g.

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

Great

Lived at the dock. Pulled a couple bass and pikes along with a bunch of sunnies. Kids had a blast on lake Johanna. The house is appropriate and as shown on the pictures. William took care of us, he’s a very responsive host. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Hilary M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

4/10 Poor

Pat S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Property needs lots of TLC

Their curb appeal needs lots of repairs & upgrades. The bath towels were stained & bleached looking. Best part was to be able to walk across the street to Lake Johanna.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

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

Great lakefront property

My family of five including three teens had a great week long stay at this property. We had plenty of room for all of us. Morning coffee on the deck looking at the lake and evenings roasting marshmallows around the fire pit were amazing. Afternoons fishing, on the beach or at local attractions provided plenty to do. Easy drive to many attractions. Twin cities kayaking Wednesdays on the water was a big hit. Our hosts were extremely responsive and helpful. If in the area again would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Jeff E., St Louis

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Great location

We had a blast enjoying the house, and the public beach right across the street. We also caught some nice bluegill’s right of the private dock. The property was very clean, and furnished/equipped with everything we needed. Thank you Wes, we will definitely be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roberta B.

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

Family gathering

This was a beautiful location and met our needs perfectly being next to the park. The house does smell a bit musty. Otherwise everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Shobha G.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Overall a pleasant stay

This Beach Cottage in Arden Hills, MN was a wonderful location for our family reunion. It is located across the street from Lake Johanna, with great views of the lake from almost every window. The property is right next to a park with nature trails, paved walking trails, and bike trails within steps of the house, and also a quick drive to shopping and Twin City attractions. All the amenities were as described in the listing, and the beds/furniture were comfortable. It has a private yard and deck for enjoying the outside. We gave it 3 stars because the bathrooms, microwave, and outside grill were incompletely cleaned (in fact, we decided to not grill cause it was dirty). We informed the owners of some of our concerns via a phone call hours into our stay and were informed of where cleaning supplies were if we wanted to clean ourselves. After our stay we provided a detailed message of what we observed and asked for a refund of the $60/day cleaning fee. Initially via a few message exchanges they were surprisingly argumentative and unwilling to refund us; however, ultimately they handled it professionally and did refund us the cleaning fee.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022