Title: Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=112810342&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities Beachfront comfort, a fitness centre ## Photo gallery for Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities ![Interior - Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities (Forest Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112820000/112810400/112810342/ac85190b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities (Forest Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112820000/112810400/112810342/cb1f0776.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities (Forest Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112820000/112810400/112810342/9e877dfe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities (Forest Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112820000/112810400/112810342/d303e942.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities (Forest Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112820000/112810400/112810342/32d22cb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. In addition to a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Gym ## 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. ### Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities Morning coffee with sunrise on the water. Enjoy a fully stocked Coffee Bar with Drip Coffee, Keurig, and Tea. 🎣 Top-Rated Dock Fishing 🔥 BBQ cookout with friends and fam, gather around the firepit making memories. 🏡 Come inside for cozy fireplaces, games, or movie binge on the Roku. 🛥️ Private Dock, bring or rent a boat ❄️ Winter Wonderland – Snowmobiling and ice fishers paradise 📍Just 5 minutes to downtown Forest Lake and 30 minutes to the Minnesota State Fair/ Twin Cities. 30 min from Minnesota State Fair, Xcel Center, CHS Field, 5 minutes from downtown Forest Lake. Cozy up by the fire on the spacious sectional in the living room, featuring a bay window over looking the lake, a warm fireplace, and a 4K Roku TV. High Speed Wifi Enjoy panoramic views from the four-season sunroom, complete with a Jotul gas fireplace for year-round comfort. This newly renovated, charming retreat has fresh décor, new flooring and bathrooms. Rest easy in brand-new beds with plush bedding. Bedroom 1: King bed, 4K Roku TV, blackout drapes, ceiling fan. Bedroom 2: Queen bed, 4K Roku TV, blackout drapes, ceiling fans. Bunk a room twin over twin: located in a common area, not a private room (see pics) Private dock in the summer that guests are welcome to use during their stay. Boat and pontoon rentals close by. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Gym - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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 - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 1,400 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83450000/83444300/83444249/54fca71e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private River Cabin Somerset - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=83444249&PinnedHotelID=83444249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83450000/83444900/83444821/093edcc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk Downtown | Rooftop Patio | Game Room Prescott - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 11 reviews £253 includes taxes & fees 2 Feb - 3 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=83444821&PinnedHotelID=83444821&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95700000/95694400/95694327/82d10546.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious place w/ outside kitchen. 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Contact us for assistance anytime of day. Violations end your stay without a refund. Please, no food in the bedrooms No unauthorized guests allowed in home. Only pre approved guests may enter. Additional charges may apply depending on nature of visitors. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Home is not childproof. Open water access. ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 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, 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 Located in Forest Lake, this holiday home is on the beach. Hardwood Creek Wildlife Management Area and Lamprey Pass Wildlife Management Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway and Pine Tree Apple Orchard. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Forest Lake travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Forest-Lake.dx55709) [View more Holiday homes in Minneapolis - St. Paul](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Minneapolis-St-Paul-Private-Holiday-Homes.d178287-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.26545%2C-92.94302&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yZDEDUkFu84ZlhpW6Q6aCCE9yXs=) Forest Lake, MN ### What's nearby - ![Flags Flying by U.S. Bank Stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621592004534/de595d0d-5e81-45de-9077-cabde9e005e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) U.S. Bank Stadium 41 min drive \- 34.2 miles - Manor Park 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Sherwood Park 20 min walk \- 1.1 miles - Shields Lake Park 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Target Center 42 min drive \- 34.0 miles ### Getting around - St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) 38 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 7 min drive - Culver's 6 min drive - Starbucks 7 min drive - Taco Bell 7 min drive - The Old Log Cabin Restaurant 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities? ### What time is check-in at Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities? ### What time is check-out at Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities? ### Where is Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Forest Leaf Lake House, 30 mins from Twin Cities Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jana D. 26 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean, comfortable and easy. Kitchen was well equipted. Loved the coffee bar, and the gas fireplaces. Very comfortable living room and beds. Minor, but, the bathroom sinks were small. But the shower was great. Very comfortable, quiet and felt very safe there. We sat out several nights enjoying the beautiful sunsets.I would stay here again!Thanks Jenny! ##### Jana D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate G. 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great stay! Easy check-in. Kitchen stocked with coffee pot and keurig, plenty of dishes, pots, pans and utensils, full size dishwasher. Plenty of seating for everyone to relax. Very clean! Would definitely go back! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/626e9048-d890-43b4-9c38-5cc8586e643a-1754953173778.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kate G. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia G. 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ultimate Vacation This was one of our greatest vacations. Beautiful property right on the lake, a private dock. House is good size and super clean. Every need was taken care of. We were there over the 4th of July and truly the best fireworks I’ve ever seen. Very comfortable home, beds were very comfortable. Very nice neighbors! We will definitely return. When we had a question, the property owners response was immediate. ![Best sunsets ever.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5355f9db-17ce-4d2a-be0a-eec6ecb3df74-1752184409192.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Fireworks. The neighbors put on the best show. The forest Lake fireworks were excellent as well.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/10edefbd-9983-4466-9f08-b553dd4af059-1752184408852.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Patricia G. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah K. 28 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This is a very cute property right on Forest Lake. We were here after the first snow so no water sports for us! The property is clean and supplied with all essentials. We can see how this will be a wonderful option in summer months as well! ##### Deborah K. 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