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Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
TV, fireplace, books
Interior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms260 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Buffalo, MN
  • Place, Mink Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Buffalo Lake
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Wild Marsh Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the area

Buffalo

This holiday home places you steps from Mink Lake and within a 15-minute stroll of Buffalo Lake. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a patio and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .With a stay at this Buffalo holiday home, you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Wild Marsh Golf Club and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Shonhaugen Park.

What's nearby

  • Mink Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Buffalo Lake - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wild Marsh Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lake Minnetonka - 43 min drive - 50.5 km
  • Paisley Park - 60 min drive - 68.9 km

Getting around

  • Big Lake Station - 28 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat!

Dog Friendly w/ Fee | 4-Acre Property | 326' of Private Lakeshore

Experience Minnesota's all-season adventure at this 4-bedroom, 2-bath lakefront vacation rental in Buffalo! There’s endless entertainment — foosball, poker, an original Ms. Pac-Man arcade game, and streaming on a 65-inch TV. Head outdoors for starlit s’mores, epic snowmobiling in winter, or days spent paddling along Buffalo Lake. Designed with family fun in mind, this home is the perfect hub for creating unforgettable memories.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed, 1 twin bed w/ twin trundle
- Bedroom 2: 1 full bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 full bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 full bed
- Living Room: 1 king sleeper sofa

KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher
- Drip & Keurig coffee makers
- Blender, toaster, spices
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware
- Trash bags/paper towels

INDOOR LIVING
- 65" Smart TV (living room)
- Fireplace
- Board games, foosball table
- 1981 original Ms. Pac-Man arcade game
- Poker table
- Dining tables, bar area

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Lake access, boat ramp
- Sand volleyball/badminton court
- Deck, Adirondack chairs
- Kayaks & paddleboards provided
- Boat house, fishing equipment
- Cornhole, 6' fire pit
- Gas grill

GENERAL
- Central heating & A/C
- Washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board
- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- Free WiFi
- Keyless entry
- Air pump provided

FAQ
- 4 exterior security cameras (facing out)
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, 5 steps to access

PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)
- RV/trailer parking

-- THE LOCATION --

- Close to hiking & snowmobiling trails
- 0.5 miles to Buffalo Lake (South) Boat Launch
- 1 mile to Wild Marsh Golf Club
- 4 miles to Minnesota Balloon Experience
- 14 miles to Lake Maria State Park
- 28 miles to Powder Ridge
- 50 miles to Minneapolis–Saint Paul Int'l Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 4 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home requires 5 steps to access
- This property runs on a septic system, thus it is critical no items (feminine products, floss, food, toys, etc) other than toilet paper be flushed down the toilet
- Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located at the front door facing the front outdoor entryway, 1 camera is located at the back door facing the deck, 1 camera is located on the side of the home facing the side yard, and 1 camera is located on the tree by the volleyball court facing the boat ramp. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails 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

General

  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: A maximum of 4 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

560156

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat!?

The closest beach to Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! is Lake Rebecca (14.1 km).

Does Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ and highchairs, it's no surprise that Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat!?

No, Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Ski, Fish & Relax Fireside: Mink Lake Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janice G., Bloomington, MN USA

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful winter weekend with the ladies. Everything was as advertised. The only downside was the driveway. It is long and very steep and gravel, not pavement. We had a very difficult time getting up it to leave. I had to back down and try again. But I’m sure we’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026