Title: Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB 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 # Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20260000/20254400/20254302/56907110.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20260000/20254400/20254302/54d77399.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20260000/20254400/20254302/08a55b75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20260000/20254400/20254302/de10f9a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20260000/20254400/20254302/ebfd7173.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a peaceful lake home, nestled near the Twin Cities. Unwind with loved ones in the living room or enjoy quality time in the home theatre system with cable and internet access. Take advantage of hundred feet of shoreline, a dock, firepit and new appliances in this beautiful remodeled bathroom. 7.8 Good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB Quiet location and lake home for a couple or family of six or less to discover the beauty of a crystal clear lake less than an hour and a half from the Twin Cities. Full kitchen, living room, home theatre system with cable and internet access, three bedrooms with two queen beds, extra long bunk beds and the blackout curtains are just perfect for a good night’s sleep. New appliances and remodeled bathroom will impress. Hundred feet of shoreline with dock and firepit. A boat launch access is available for a fee of $25 from the Rod and Gun Club. Minutes away from St. John's University, the College of St. Benedict, and St. Cloud State University. Enjoy the Lake Wobegon Trail, a 63-mile great hike and bike pathway, or wonderful fishing with bass, walleye, northern, and sunfish. Great golf courses are available nearby in St. Cloud, Sartell, Cold Spring, Richmond and Albany. This lake is not heavily populated - so the atmosphere is very peaceful. There is no public boat access. There are few jet skis on the lake; kayaks and pontoons dominate. Bring your kayak or paddle boards, if you would like. There is also very good fishing, with walleye, northerns , and sunnys. Also in the winter months, great cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Pretty of great restaurants and bars in St. Joseph which is a five-minute drive away, including Obbnicks, a wonderful new whiskey distillery. No pets, no smoking. Off-street parking is available for two large vehicles. Owners have a private residence in the lower level of this property with a private, separate entrance so as not to disturb your visit and respect your privacy. They are rarely there. ## 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 - Car required - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### 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. - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Smooth flooring in public areas - Step to reach entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property - Note from host: No smoking on property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Optional golf privileges - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Unit size: 1,900 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119690000/119680300/119680230/3994aa09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Urban Oasis: Cozy 2-bedroom apartment in the center of Saint Joseph Saint Joseph - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=119680230&PinnedHotelID=119680230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83630000/83625400/83625362/121b4457.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relaxing Country Log House on 65 wooded acres Rice - 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ANY unauthorized gathering will be charged a $500 fee ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children defined as 16 and under ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking on property ## 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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Quiet Home Lake Watab Beautiful Central Minnesota SJU CSB House Quiet Home Lake Watab Beautiful Central Minnesota SJU CSB Quiet Home Lake Watab Beautiful Central Minnesota SJU CSB House Quiet Home Lake Watab Beautiful Central Minnesota SJU CSB House Quiet Home Lake Watab Beautiful Central Minnesota SJU CSB Vrbo Property ## About the area ![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%7C45.59862%2C-94.29985&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=59UTsva7uJOQDnJ3DfdxPwLMa88=) St Joseph, MN #### What's nearby - College of Saint Benedict - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles - Saint John's University - 13 min drive - 9.1 miles - The Ledge Amphitheater - 15 min drive - 9.1 miles - Crossroads Center - 16 min drive - 9.4 miles - CentraCare - St. Cloud Hospital Passages - 16 min drive - 9.8 miles #### Getting around - St. Cloud Station - 20 min drive - St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The House Food and Tap - ‬7 min drive - ‪Anejos - ‬13 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬8 min drive - ‪Neighbors Route 75 - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Quiet, relaxing home on Lake Watab in beautiful St. Joseph, MN near SJU and CSB located? > This St. Joseph holiday home is on the beach, 3 mi (4.8 km) from College of Saint Benedict, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Saint John's Beach and Mississippi River. Quarry Park and Nature Preserve and The Ledge Amphitheater are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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