Family & dog friendly; 5 min walk to beach, bars, downtown, restaurants and park

Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
$231 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 7

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Escape on Lake is your small lake-town getaway in the heart of Detroit Lakes, MN. Remodeled in 2021, this 1915 built two bedroom, two bath home features an updated and spacious, fully supplied kitchen for cooking, large soaking tub for relaxing, beautifully tiled shower, central air and access to a full size washer and dryer on the main floor for guests throughout their stay. We are a dog/kid-friendly home and are walking distance to the Detroit Lakes city beach, boat access, hospital, hockeyarena and many local restaurants/bars. It is perfect for a family getaway, Thomas Dambo troll hunter enthusiasts or a small gathering of friends.

KITCHEN:
Our kitchen is complete with seating for five and includes a dishwasher, microwave and electric range. We have an additional card table and chairs for you to use throughout the duration of your stay. We provide basic small appliances (crockpot, blender, toaster, keurig coffee maker, griddle) for you to use as well as basic cooking spices and oils. Complementary tea, coffee, cream and sugar is provided as well.

LIVING SPACE:
Our living area has a television, sofa couch and a trundle day bed complete with two twins for additional sleeping space. We provide board/card games, children's toys and books for guests to use during their stay. Guests are able to use their own streaming accounts on our televisions.

MAIN FLOOR BATHROOM:
The main floor bathroom is complete with a spacious large vanity, full size washer and dryer and beautifully tiled shower. Dryer pods and bounce sheets are provided for guests in addition to towels, shampoo, conditioner and body wash. We also provide a blow dryer, disposable face wipes, tooth picks and q-tips for guests to use.

UPSTAIRS BEDROOMS:
Upstairs you will find two bedrooms complete with queen beds in each room. One bedroom is complete with a television and the second bedroom has space for a twin air mattress or pack and play (both provided). Black out curtains and shades are provided as well as a noise machine. Both bedrooms have ceiling fans and additional heaters for your comfort during the cold and hot months to keep guests comfortable.

UPSTAIRS BATHROOM:
This beautiful updated bathroom features a large soaking tub to enjoy during your stay. Bath salts, kids body and hair wash, infant bath tub and towels are provided for guests to use.

OUTDOOR SPACE:
Our back patio is complete with an outdoor sectional, dining table and chairs for 6, propane grill and fire table, yard games, beach toys/chairs and more!

DOGS:
We are a dog-friendly short term rental and allow our guests to bring dogs for a small additional fee. We ask that guests read our rules on dogs prior to booking. We provide disposable waste bags for pets, treats and water bowls for dogs to enjoy during our stay.


→ .5 mile walk/drive to Detroit Lakes city park/beach, public boat access and many restaurants and bars (Zorbaz, Hub 41, Lakeside)
→ .5 mile walk/drive to Detroit Lakes Pavillion
→ .5 mile walk/drive to Downtown Detroit Lakes which houses many shops, city mall, movie theater, brewery and additional restaurants and bars
→ .5 mile walk/drive to Detroit Lakes Community Center and Historic Holmes Theatre
→ .4 mile walk/drive to Essentia St. Mary’s Hospital & Clinic
→ .6 mile walk/drive to Kent Freeman Hockey Arena
→ 10 minute drive to Detroit Mountain
→ 5-15 minute drive to all of Thomas Dambos 5 trolls + golden rabbit


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

Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • 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 Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Unit Size: 1352 Sq Ft (126 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Ice Maker Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Cabinet Locks Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center In The Mountains On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    3 Stairs To Reach Property Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 7

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Betty

    Submitted Oct 24, 2025

    Stayed Oct 22, 2025

    Very comfortable and exceptionally clean!

  • Dustin

    Submitted Aug 13, 2023

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Clean and comfortably decorated. Great location. Owners very friendly and communicative. Great place!

  • Yvonne S.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2026

    Stayed Jun 8, 2026

    Property was in a great location. Very clean and had everything we needed. Hosts were easy to communicate with and checked in with us to see if we needed anything. Would stay again.

  • Pat S.

    Submitted Jun 3, 2026

    Stayed Jun 1, 2026

    This home is a 4.5 star rating as it was extremely clean, great modern updates to the home and great communication with the owners. The main bedroom was roomy which would easily accommodate a pack & play if needed. The 2nd bedroom was small but easily accommodated a couple. The living room didn’t accommodate easy interaction as it had a couch that was comfortable but had a trundle bed as the 2nd furnishing which was not comfortable and made interacting difficult. The bathrooms were very nice and modern with the shower on the lower level that was excellent. The upstairs bathroom had a large tub that looked inviting. Overall, the home is very clean and well maintained. A table that can accommodate 4 people to eat family style or gather for game activities would be another recommendation. Lastly, owners have a reasonable request to remove shoes before entering the home - a small bench or chair would make that task easier. Highly recommend staying especially if you’re looking for a nice quiet place.

  • Amy L.

    Submitted May 17, 2026

    Stayed May 14, 2026

    Great location, within walking distance from the lake. Clean, cozy great accommodations.

  • Linda B.

    Submitted May 10, 2026

    Stayed May 7, 2026

    Lovely central location for exploring DL, many great eating places within walking distance. Spotlessly clean home with nice outdoor space. The soaking tub rules!

  • Tim W.

    Submitted Apr 29, 2026

    Stayed Apr 27, 2026

    The property was clean and full of more amenities that we could have ever Imagined. The host where prompt with any questions and very friendly!I would highly recommend staying withthem if you go to Detroit Lakes!

  • Lisa F.

    Submitted Apr 26, 2026

    Stayed Apr 24, 2026

    This place is in a great location, I felt very safe out walking my dog in the neighborhood. Awesome walking distance to several shops and restaurants/bars. It’s a nice, cozy place to just sit back and enjoy your evening. The hosts have many options of places to go visit, the troll hunt is something we didn’t get to do but we will for sure next time we visit DL. I highly recommend this cozy place!!

  • Travis W.

    Submitted Apr 18, 2026

    Stayed Apr 12, 2026

    The kitchen was nicely stocked and had the essentials.

  • Alyssa C.

    Submitted Mar 22, 2026

    Stayed Mar 20, 2026

    Great location, comfortable accommodations, lots of unexpected extras- would not hesitate to book again. Thanks for the great stay!

  • Sydney L.

    Submitted Mar 1, 2026

    Stayed Feb 27, 2026

    We had an amazing stay! The house was so cute and cozy, and the host was amazing and made sure that everything was going well! Would definitely book again for future girls trips!

  • Kelly R.

    Submitted Feb 10, 2026

    Stayed Jan 28, 2026

    Chris was phenomenal. Kind & quick to respond to a small issue. There was a lovely welcome gift. The property was very clean & organized. Easy to find what we needed. We loved our stay and would book again for future visits.

  • Steven S.

    Submitted Feb 10, 2026

    Stayed Feb 6, 2026

    everything was clean and fine although knobs on the drawers in the kitchen would be nice

  • Betty R.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2026

    Stayed Jan 4, 2026

    This is our second time staying here and everything was very clean, comfortable and overall great place to stay! Kitchen is very well stocked and even supplies for the dog.

  • Bernice M.

    Submitted Dec 26, 2025

    Stayed Dec 23, 2025

    Amenities were Great!

  • Paula H.

    Submitted Dec 22, 2025

    Stayed Dec 14, 2025

    Beautiful home! The kitchen was fully equiped and well stocked! Close to the lake and lots of restaurants. I will absolutely be back!

  • Connie Y.

    Submitted Nov 16, 2025

    Stayed Nov 14, 2025

    The home was clean, comfortable and exactly as described. The location was perfect. The only small thing we noticed was that a full size coffee pot would be a nice addition.

  • Shelly T.

    Submitted Nov 2, 2025

    Stayed Oct 30, 2025

    The house was adorable. Walking down to the lake was probably my favorite thing and the parks all over just a few blocks away. We were traveling as a family with my grandchildren.And the height, chair and pack and play came in very handy. Did all of our cooking at the house and everything we needed was there. I will plan on staying at this cute little house again.

  • Jill N.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2025

    Stayed Oct 26, 2025

    The host was great at communicating - he responded right away and also provided a very nice welcome manual with all of the information about the house and town. The house was ideally located - within blocks of the lake, city park, grocery store, and downtown area. The house itself was beautifully renovated and had two large bathrooms (one with a free standing tub!). The kitchen was huge and stocked with everything you could possibly need. There was a closet full of toys for kids of all ages (and adults). This is a super comfortable home that the owners have put a lot of time and love into. I'd highly recommend it to anyone coming to Detroit Lakes, and I'll definitely stay here the next time I come back!

  • Jena E.

    Submitted Oct 26, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Great girls weekend place. The house is cozy and inviting.

  • Sue B.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2025

    Stayed Oct 6, 2025

    Very cute house. The bathrooms were beautiful, could use another shower, but the tub was nice also. Kitchen was fully stocked and had things you don't expect to find! Close to the lake,bars,and restaurants . We all throughly enjoyed our stay!

  • Cheryl B.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2025

    Stayed Sep 28, 2025

    We loved the house! Very comfortable and clean, and had all that we needed. Greet location as it was walking distance to restaurants and the lake.

  • Kindra G.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 21, 2025

    Absolutely loved this property. We comfortably had 4 adults and 2 kids.

  • Anna Q.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Had a great stay, place is just like the photos, it was fabulous location, easy access, clean, quiet, had everything we needed.

  • Carol C.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2025

    Stayed Sep 17, 2025

    Everything in the description was to the T! Communication with the host was excellent, checking in upon our arrival and again at departure. Great location to walk to restaurants and downtown shopping!Love the coziness of an older home with all the updated modern amenities. We enjoyed our stay very much and would highly recommend to family and friends.

  • Sally M.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2025

    Stayed Sep 14, 2025

    Very nicely done flip. Kitchen is well equipped. Process was seemless.

  • Amanda S.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    My parents and I had a wonderful stay during my brother's wedding weekend. The house was perfect for us - exceptionally clean with little comforts that helped us through the busy weekend. Location was great walking distance from the lake and places to eat. 10/10 - would absolutely recommend.

  • Susan B.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    This was a lovely home and perfect for our friends, our small dog, and us. It had a great entryway, beautiful kitchen with a keurig and dishwasher, and a full bathroom on the main floor with washer and dryer. There were two comfortable queen-sized beds, soft linens, and lots of pillows plus a second bathroom upstairs. We were able to walk to Zorbaz, and Lakeview, both of which had outdoor seating and excellent food. Chris was a great communicator, making check-in and check-out easy. We would recommend this house and will stay here again if we find ourselves in Detroit Lakes MN.

  • Benita S.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    We had a great stay. Our home away from home was clean, updated, and furnished with all we needed to have brunch each morning.

  • Connie O.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 12, 2025

    Good historic home with modern touches. Landscaping could use a refresh for a more enjoyable outdoor experience.

  • Kristin F.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 6, 2025

    The place was great! Well stocked kitchen and bathrooms. Check in was easy and communication with Chris was very easy!! He checked in to make sure everything was going smoothly and to see if we had any questions. The location is fantastic--easy to walk to lots of restaurants and the beach. We will definitely stay here again!! I would highly recommend this property!!

  • Lisa E.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    We had a relaxing, fun and mostly stress free stay with 3 adults and 2 teenagers. The kitchen had everything we needed and beds were comfy and cozy. The patio was wonderful to have a cup of coffee or relax after troll hunting. We also loved that this place was dog friendly! All the little touches here really made it feel like home away from home. Thanks for a great stay!

  • Lexi O.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    We had a great stay! The house was very clean, very cute, and had everything we needed. Plenty of off street parking, and the location was perfect. Would definitely stay here again!

  • Jason D.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    Great property and great location

  • Katherine S.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    House was as listed and very comfortable for our family. Walking distance to many things, but still a quiet neighborhood.

  • Shelby M.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    This trip was incredible the house was lovely and Chris was very responsive and helpful!

  • Darla W.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    It was perfect for my husband, puppy and myself. Very comfortable & clean. Location was great, walking distance to the beach, restaurants, and where the action is. We found it perfect for us!

  • Debra C.

    Submitted May 21, 2025

    Stayed May 13, 2025

    The house was spotless and incredibly well-stocked—everything you’d ever need for a comfortable stay was provided. The decor and furniture was beautiful. The location was perfect, super convenient to everything in town. The host was very friendly and always ready to help. I had a great experience and would definitely stay here again!

  • Louisa L.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    We came for the weekend with our dog and had a great time. The home was perfect and had everything we needed! Wonderful location!

  • Patricia H.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2025

    Stayed Mar 28, 2025

    Great house and location. Super clean and hosts have supplied everything needed in the kitchen. Wonderful home. Definitely would recommend staying.haven't forgetsnything you might need.

  • Benjamin S.

    Submitted Mar 25, 2025

    Stayed Mar 23, 2025

    You can tell this isn't their first rodeo with VRBOs. Great communication and a well run place. Nice job!

  • Rachel B.

    Submitted Jan 12, 2025

    Stayed Jan 10, 2025

    Chris and Kensie are outstanding hosts. The details in their home were above and beyond what we were expecting for our quick work weekend in Detroit Lakes. The bath salts were my personal favorite after a long day. We were able to bring our pup and after forgetting to bring his dishes, we found a water and food bowl just for our good boy! Great location! Hope to come back for a more fun getaway next time!

  • Emily P.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    Wonderful property.

  • Jody V.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 8, 2024

    House is spacious and comfortable. The location was great. House is well equipped and Chris was a great host. We came for a bike trip and loved Detroit Lakes. We would love to come back.

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