The Darling Cabin, 60's Charm + Modern Flair

Alexandria, Minnesota
$334 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

*2026 Calendar is open!* The Darling Cabin is located right on Alexandria’s Chain of Lakes, allowing you direct access to 3 large lakes perfect for fishing, water sports, and leisure! It's in the name, this is a darling cabin with a mid-century modern and vintage vibe. Enjoy your mornings sipping coffee or tea on the deck with a panoramic view overlooking Lake Darling. This cabin is within 10 minutes to Carlos Creek Winery (Bold North Cellars), Gathered Oaks, golf courses, bike trails,bars and restaurants, public beaches, and shopping in downtown Alexandria.

The space:
This is a cozy cabin, 768 square feet, that was built in the early 60’s. It is what you would expect when taking a “trip to the cabin,” but with modern flair and amenities. There have been many updates made to the cabin including new carpet, vinyl planking, hardware, lighting, furniture and mattresses (Novaform) that make it feel renewed, yet still preserving its 60’s cabin charm. You will have all you need to sit back, relax and enjoy your vacation in the heart of lakes country.

It sleeps 6 across 2 bedrooms and a sofa sleeper. There is a queen bed in the master bedroom, two twin beds in the second bedroom, and a full-size sofa sleeper, located in the main living space. The cabin has 1 full bathroom.

Enjoy modern conveniences like WIFI (500 mbps), smart TV, a completely equipped kitchen, and AC/heat units in both bedrooms and in the main living space. You will have direct lake access with a shallow and sandy swimming area, perfect for children, as well as your own dock slip. You will love that you feel right on the water and can look out to beautiful Lake Darling.

Other details to note:
There is no better “seat in the house” for the 4th of July fireworks display!!!
-A convenient safety feature is the cabin's keyless keypad entry
-This is not a remote location. We are located ten minutes from downtown Alexandria and are right off of a main county road.
-The lot is a tight squeeze! There are 3 parking spaces available.
-Safety note: There is a rock ledge, approximately 6ft angled drop down to the lake.
-Guests will have access to the entire property, which includes the driveway, cabin, deck, backyard, and bonfire pit. The Host’s pontoon is located on property and they do retain the right to walk across the lawn to board their pontoon.

To make your stay even better:
-1 beach towel per guest is provided
-Please bring your own firewood/fire starters if you intend to use fire pit
-Please bring your own charcoal for use of grill (grill and lighter provided)
-Please note: We do not have laundry facilities on site. If a washer/dryer is needed, there is a well-kept laundromat “Nokomis Laundry” located 3 miles away.

Following your reservation, a welcome guide will be provided with local recommendations and guide to the cabin

License #: 2146

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 768 Sq Ft (71 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Water Sports Equipment
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • J H.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 21, 2025

    This was our 3rd time staying at The Darling Cabin. The location is close to town, yet you enjoy the peacefulness of a cabin on the lake. The cabin is well stocked with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Bethany responds to your questions promptly. Check in and check out were a breeze. I highly recommend staying here. You won't be disappointed!

  • Karen L.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    Amazing host, spotless property, unbeatable lake views, top tier rental. Can’t wait to come back!

  • BRYAN E.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    The Darling Cabin is very clean and very well equipped with everything you'll need for a great time. It is in a outstanding location with excellent access to all that the Alexandria Lakes area has to offer. Highly recommended!

  • J H.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    We are 2 couples who came up for Oktoberfest. This is our 2nd time staying here. It's a great cabin. Great location. Clean, comfortable, and has all the amenities you need. I would highly recommend staying here! Bethany is a great host to work with!

  • Rick R.

    Submitted Oct 11, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    Very nice lake place.well maintained. Weather didn't cooperate. Will try again.

  • Suzanne E.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 23, 2024

    Loved our stay at this property. Clean and quaint. Can’t wait to go back.

  • Stan H.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2024

    Stayed Aug 5, 2024

    The cabin was cozy and well stocked clean and lots of amenities access to water was excellent would stay there again if we come back to Alex

  • Ian R.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2024

    Stayed Jul 12, 2024

    Beautiful little cabin on the lake close to my wife’s family’s house. Very comfortable and clean. Easy check in and host kept us up to date on things we needed to know.

  • Ashley N.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2024

    Stayed Jul 1, 2024

    My sister and I always meet up every summer and this is the place! Had everything we needed. Host was wonderful and always checked in with us. House is adorable. They did a really great job. Beds were amazing and loons every morning. Great deck for wine and apps along with the sunsets!

  • Stacia J.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2024

    Stayed Jun 28, 2024

    This house was great! The location is awesome! Lake Darling is absolutely beautiful and it fit a group of 5 girlfriends perfectly. The decor is so cute! Very clean and would definitely recommend for anyone looking to stay on Lake Darling!

  • Michele L.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2024

    Stayed Jun 26, 2024

    The Darling Cabin was a great get away for us all. Cozy and convenient, filled with charm and fun. We loved it!

  • Michelle L.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    We loved it!

  • Rick R.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2024

    Stayed Jun 12, 2024

    Love the cabin and the lake. Awesome 2 day trip

  • Kelsey H.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2024

    Stayed Jun 7, 2024

    We loved our stay at The Darling Cabin for a girls weekend! The cabin was so welcoming and was decorated so nicely. We could tell the owner put a lot of thought into making the cabin feel like home. The cabin was well stocked with everything we needed, and the cabin was very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed using the paddle boards and the record player that was available! It was great to sit on the patio and enjoy Lake Darling. We all would definitely stay here again!

  • Cheryl P.

    Submitted May 29, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    We really enjoyed our stay at The Darling Cabin! The view of Lake Darling was absolutely beautiful, practically at our doorstep. You can tell the host put a lot of thought and care into the design, furnishings, amenities, and supplies. You can hear some traffic going by on the county road out front, but not in the Queen bedroom or main living area. The location is very convenient to town (Alexandria) and for exploring the areas beyond. We would definitely return for another cozy weekend getaway at this adorable cabin!

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$334+
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