Title: Large Historic Estate on the shores of Lake Winona Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Large Historic Estate on the shores of Lake Winona Holiday home in Alexandria with kitchen and fireplace ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100850000/100840900/100840809/c362cf5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100850000/100840900/100840809/03c1aa24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100850000/100840900/100840809/c5dcc681.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100850000/100840900/100840809/f4a21c7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![9 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100850000/100840900/100840809/6b5b17ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Starling House, a historic gem in Alexandria's heart, boasts an elegant estate with 8 bedrooms and original features like solid wood floors and stained glass. Unwind by the gas fireplace or enjoy lake views from the peaceful waterfront property with paddleboat access. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 9 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 124400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen £771 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Large Historic Estate on the shores of Lake Winona Welcome to {Starling House}. This spacious historic home is an architectural gem nestled in the heart of Alexandria’s historic district on the shores of peaceful Lake Winona. This elegant estate built in 1909 boasts 8 bedrooms plus a seasonal sleeping porch totaling 11 beds and 2.5 baths. With original features such as solid wood floors, stained glass, gorgeous built-ins, a grand staircase, a sleeping porch, and more, Starling House exudes charm and character on all 4 levels. Amenities: \- Fully equipped kitchen & original butler’s pantry \- Luxurious bedding, towels & toiletries \- Complimentary Wi-Fi & smart TV \- Gas fireplace \- Pack ‘n play available for guest use \- Ample on-site parking \- Peaceful waterfront property on non-motorized lake with dock and paddleboat(Note: not an ideal swimming lake due to excessively nutrient-rich water) \- Outdoor fire pit with plenty of firewood \- Fishing rods & tackle \- Yard games \- Ping-pong table \- Seasonally decorated for fall and Christmas Location: Starling House is situated in the silk stocking district of Alexandria renowned for its rich history and walking distance to historic downtown. We are extremely close to the following local attractions: \- Historic downtown featuring shops and restaurants \- Legacy of the lakes museum and gardens \- Alexandria Chamber of Commerce \- Big Ole Park (Home of the farmer’s market, art market, skating rink, Big Ole statue, bike trail access) \- Runestone Museum \- Central Lakes Trail Ideal for: \- Lodging for groups \- Family reunions \- Retreats \- Book clubs \- Bridal parties \- Holiday parties \- Photoshoots \- Weddings Short-Term Rental License #2175 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 9 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - Unit size: 4,400 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104340000/104338900/104338848/23c2130b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Construction on Beautiful Lake Victoria! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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: 50 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=45.88611,-95.39084&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:g_bwGv_feQ%3FW%3FU%3FU%40U%3FW%40S%40W%40U%40UBU%40W%40SBUBWBSBUBUDUBUDSDSBUDUDSFSDSFSDSFSFSFSFSFQHQFSHQFQHQHQHOHQHOHOJQHOJOJMJOHOJMJMLMJMJMJKLMJKLKLKLIJKLILILKLGLINILGLGLGNGLENELGNELENENCLCNCNCNCLANCN%3FNANANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40P%40L%3FNBN%40LBNBNBNBLBNDNDLDNFLDNDLFLFLFNFLHLHLFLJLHLHLJLHJJLJLJJLLJJLJLJLJLJLJNJNJLHPJLHPHNHNJPHNHPFPHRFPHPFPFPFRHRFRDRFRDRFRDRDRDTDTBRDRDTBTBTBTBRBVBTBT%40T%40T%40TBT%3FV%40R%40V%3FT%40T%3FT%3FV%3FT%3FVAR%3FVATAT%3FTCVATATATCTCTCTCTCTCRCVERERCTETERERETGRERGRERGRIPGRGRGPIPGPIPGPIPIPKNIPININKNINKNKNKLKLKNKLKLKJMLKJMJMLKJMHMHMJMHMHMHMHMFOHMFMDMFOFMDOFMDOBODMDOBOBOBM%40OBO%40M%40Q%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FOAOAOAMCOAOCOCMCOEOEMCOEMGOEMGOGMEMGMIOGMIMIMIMIMKKIMIMKMMKKMKKMKKKMMMKOKMIMKOKOKMIQKOIOIQIOIQIQIQGOIQGSIQGSGSGQGSGSESGSESGUESESCUESEUCSEWCSCUCUCUCUAUAUCUAUAWAUAU%3FUAW%3FS%3FW%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SKntVE-C8cyomsCfgehugZ6q90U=) Alexandria, MN #### What's nearby - Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles - Big Ole Viking Statue - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Runestone Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Alomere Health - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Douglas County Historical Society - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile #### Restaurants - ‪Taco John's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive - ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬3 min drive - ‪Scooter's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Papa Murphy's - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Large Historic Estate on the shores of Lake Winona pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Large Historic Estate on the shores of Lake Winona? > As of 27 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large Historic Estate on the shores of Lake Winona on 7 Dec 2025 start from £771.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Large-Historic-Estate-On-The-Shores-Of-Lake-Winona.h100840809.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Large Historic Estate on the shores of Lake Winona? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Large Historic Estate on the shores of Lake Winona? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Large Historic Estate on the shores of Lake Winona? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Large Historic Estate on the shores of Lake Winona located? > Situated in Alexandria, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum, Runestone Museum and Big Ole Viking Statue. Alomere Health and Douglas County Historical Society are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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