Spacious Lakeland Retreat with Theater & Indoor Gym
Family friendly getaway near Afton Alps Ski Area, river access, and year round recreation with a private movie theater, indoor sports gym, and expansive backyard for gathering together in beautiful Lakeland, Minnesota.
Top 5 Features of the Home
- Private projection movie theater for unforgettable movie nights
- Lower level indoor gymnasium with pickleball, basketball, and more
- Large backyard with firepit for relaxing evenings outdoors
- Game filled dining room with hidden bookcases and family activities
- Convenient location near skiing, boating, and the St. Croix River
Welcome to The Happy Home, a spacious and activity packed retreat located in scenic Lakeland, Minnesota near the Minnesota Wisconsin border. Designed for fun, relaxation, and connection, this home features a private movie theater, a full indoor gymnasium, and a sprawling backyard perfect for gathering around the firepit.
With four comfortable bedrooms and sleeping space for up to 11 guests, this home is ideal for families, group getaways, or outdoor enthusiasts visiting the St. Croix River Valley. Enjoy easy access to skiing, boating, parks, and trails while staying in a home that truly has something for everyone.
Home Layout + Amenities By Room
Bedrooms
- Bedroom 1 – Main level: King bed and Twin bed
- Bedroom 2 – Main level: Queen bed and two Full bunk beds
- Bedroom 3 – Main level: Queen bed
- Bedroom 4 – Lower level: Queen bed
Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1 – Main level: Full
- Bathroom 2 – Main level: Full
- Bathroom 3 – Lower level: 3/4
Kitchen / Dining
- Fully equipped kitchen for cooking and entertaining
- Full book shelves and Games located behind panels in dining room
- Extensive book collection and family games
- 2 Card tables for game nights or extra seating
Living
- Comfortable gathering space for relaxing and socializing
- Projection movie screen for cinematic viewing experience
Bonus Spaces
- Lower level indoor gymnasium featuring:
- Half length pickleball court (full width) with paddles and balls
- Half court basketball with basketballs
- Small hockey net with sticks and pucks
- Electronic dart board
- Miscellaneous toys and recreation equipment
- Work from home desk and chair
- Flexible recreation space for games and activities
Outdoor
- Spacious private backyard
- Firepit seating area
- Direct access to groomed snowmobile trail
- Adjacent park access with playgrounds, skating rink, ball field, and courts
Parking
- Driveway parking for up to 4 vehicles
Location Highlights
- St. Mary’s Point Public Beach – Scenic river access for swimming and relaxing
- Hudson – Dining, shopping, and riverfront charm just minutes away
- Afton Alps Ski Area – Popular skiing and golf destination nearby
- Beanies Marina – Convenient boat launch and river access
- Windmill Marina – Additional launch point for boating adventures
Concierge Services Available
Looking for groceries, a chef-prepared meal, or even boat rentals? Our concierge service is here to take your vacation to the next level. Give us a call or send us a message to let us know how Minnestay can make your Five Star Stay unforgettable!
House Rules
- Check in: 4pm; Check out: 11am. Check‑in and check‑out times must be followed unless early/late arrangements are approved and are subject to additional fees.
- This is a smoke-free property (tobacco, cannabis, e-cigarettes, vape, etc). There is no smoking allowed inside the property, on balconies/rooftop decks (Sable), or within 25 feet of the property. Fees will be assessed for smoking inside any part of the property, including common areas (Sable).
- No events! This home is designed for families and responsible adults. Restrictions include, but are not limited to: Weddings and wedding celebrations, bachelorette/bachelor gatherings, and reunions.
- Pet‑friendly listings allow dogs only; all other homes are no‑pets. Please provide prior notice to Minnestay team if you plan to bring your pet. Pet fee is required and varies based on the number of dogs, starting at $150. Most pet-friendly homes allow a maximum of one dog; please inquire in advance if you wish to bring more. Certified Service Animals are welcome at all properties (does not include emotional support animals) and will need to be mentioned prior to booking.
- This property may have a noise monitoring device on the interior of the home. Additional noise monitoring devices may be located in gathering spaces on the exterior of the home, as well (does not apply to Sable).
- Please note that you are staying in a private home and not a hotel. We expect that you will treat it with respect. If any problems arise, we will do our best to resolve them as quickly as we are able.
- Consumable amenities provided by Minnestay are not refilled during stay.
- Additional daytime or overnight visitors are not permitted without prior approval.
- Please follow all posted instructions for fire pits, grills, hot tubs, saunas and other amenities that may be located on the premise. Guests are responsible for safe and proper use of all equipment.
- All guests must comply with local ordinances, including noise, occupancy, and parking regulations. Any violation that results in fines or penalties may be passed on to the guest.
- Guests are responsible for damages that occur during their stay. Claims will be handled in accordance with platform policies and the rental agreement.
- Please do not move or rearrange major furniture (beds, sofas, tables, dressers, etc.). Damage caused by moving furniture may result in additional charges, and any labor required to return items to their original placement may incur a fee.
- Minnestay is not responsible for noise, traffic, construction, or neighboring activity outside of the property’s control. As such, refunds will not be provided for noise-related disturbances.
- Temporary interruptions of utilities, Wi-Fi, or streaming services may occur and do not qualify for refunds.
- Quiet Hours: 10PM-8AM. We love our neighbors! Please be respectful of the permanent residents around this property.
- Security cameras may be on site, located on the exterior or in the common areas (Sable) of the property.
- Loss of any physical keys, key fobs(Sable), garage door openers and/or parking passes (Sable) will incur a fee.
- Fines up to $2000 per violation may be accessed to anyone found breaking these rules.
Deviation from these rules can result in an eviction from the premises with no refund, as stated in the signed rental agreement.
Amenities
- Parking
- Dryer
- Washer
- Wireless Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Game Room
- Hair Dryer
- Iron & Ironing Board
- Games
- Satellite or Cable
- Toys
- Kettle
- Coffee Maker
- Coffee Grinder
- Patio or Balcony
- BBQ Area
- Bathtub
- Free Parking
- Featured Property
- Contactless Check-in Available
- Fitness Center
- Basketball Court
- Dedicated Work Space
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Reviews
space and options
"Annual ladies (8) weekend. areas and space throughout the home have each of us plenty of space and options to be together or spread out…whatever we wanted. "
- Sarah
Host Response:
"We're glad you and your friends enjoyed your time at The Happy Home! Please come again!"
Dream Home
"This was an amazing place. We have 3 boys, 2 with a TON of energy and one who just loves to game. The space was incredible for all. Mom loves to cook, so the kitchen was AMAZING for everything you could ask for along with the perfect glass for her wine...red OR white! The boys got to run off their energy in the gym, we enjoyed a family walk in the quiet neighborhood. Honestly, we couldn't asked for more. Truly a home away from home. It really is the Happy Home!"
- Melinda
Host Response:
"We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us, Melinda. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again soon!"
"Perfectly appointed and beautiful house in great location"
- Tom
Host Response:
"Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re really glad you enjoyed the house and the location. You were a wonderful guest and we’d love to host you again."
"From the moment we walked in the door until we locked it on our way home, we knew we had found a gem in the Lakeland house! <br/>We will be back!"
- Penny
Host Response:
"Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Penny! We’re thrilled to hear you felt at home from the moment you arrived. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed your stay, and we can’t wait to welcome you back to the The Happy Home!"
"Excellent private location, wonderful home with all the amenities we needed. We will definitely look to book again in the future!"
- Samuel
Host Response:
"Thank you for staying with us Sam! We really appreciate how responsive and kind you were during your stay! It is guests like you that make hosting easy. We'd love to see you and your guests back at The Happy Home soon!"
"This house was perfect for our family vacation. The children loved the gym and walking to the playground. The beach is close as well. The kitchen worked great for cooking for a group."
- Diane
"Very nice, very well decorated, very spacious, fastest communication I have experienced on Airbnb."
- Anna
Host Response:
"Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the decor, spaciousness, and the prompt communication during your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be thrilled to welcome you back anytime!"
"Fantastic stay!"
- Elana
Host Response:
"Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We're thrilled to hear you had a great stay. We hope to welcome you back soon!"
"The stay was perfect for our weekend girls trip. We had a lot of fun playing pickle ball too!"
- Jennifer
Host Response:
"Jennifer, thank you for taking the time to write a review about our Minnestay property. We cannot thank you enough for your willingness to do this. We hope you were able to relax and truly enjoy your time! And we do hope you come back and visit the next time you are in town. You are always welcome!<br/>With Gratitude, The Minnestay Team"
"From the booking process to the actual stay, this was overall a wonderful experience. Very responsive hosts, thoughtful amenities, and comfortable house. It was perfect for our quick trip to Afton Alps and I would recommend it to anyone staying in the area. Hudson is super close and Lakeland/Afton itself is a super cute quaint city. I have already sent the listing to another family friend I think would enjoy it! The small gym in the house was our kids favorite!"
- Amy
Host Response:
"Amy, we are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again soon!"
"We had a wonderful stay! We came into town unexpectedly for a family funeral, and it was such a blessing to have a comfortable and fun place to stay during a difficult week. The location was perfect — easy access to the freeways but tucked away in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood. The house was clean, spacious, and well set up for our family. Our grandbaby loved the sport court, and we were so appreciative that they had everything we needed — including a crib and high chair. It truly felt like a home away from home. We’d absolutely stay here again."
- Danette
Host Response:
"Thank you, Danette! We’re honored that our home could provide comfort during such a difficult time. It’s wonderful to hear that the space worked well for your family and that the kids enjoyed the sport court. We’d be more than happy to welcome you back anytime."
"Everything was very clean and nicely organized. We had a wonderful time at the Happy Home. Everyone was very happy with the accommodations! We hope that we will be able to stay there again because we were so happy with the accommodations! I can’t say enough about how happy we all were with everything!!!"
- Karen
Host Response:
"Thank you so much, Karen! We’re delighted to hear that everyone enjoyed their stay at The Happy Home and found it so comfortable. Your kind words mean a lot, and we’d be thrilled to host you all again anytime!"
"Another great stay, clean & spotless every time!"
- Jacey
Host Response:
"Thank you, Jacey! We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us again. It’s wonderful to hear everything was just as clean and comfortable as expected. We look forward to hosting you next time!"
"Couldn't ask for a better place to stay! We've booked here multiple times and we love more every time!"
- Jacey
Host Response:
"Thank you so much, Jacey! We love having you back and are thrilled to hear each stay has been even better than the last. It’s always a pleasure hosting you, and we can’t wait to welcome you again!"
"Very quiet location and nice house. The large play room was great for the kids. We appreciated the large well stocked kitchen and open floor plan for cooking and dining. Easy walk to a large playground for younger children. "
- Scott
"Beautiful home, and great host! Another amazing stay!"
- Jacey
Host Response:
"Thank you for your kind review, Jacey! We're happy to welcome you back and delighted you enjoyed your return stay to The Happy Home! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!!"
"Our family enjoyed this property very much. We utilized the whole house as well as fire pit outside. Easy access off the interstate and close to grocery, restaurants and activities. Lots to do in the area. We would stay here again."
- Vlyn
Host Response:
"Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Vlyn! We’re delighted to hear your family enjoyed the home and made use of both the indoor and outdoor spaces. It’s wonderful that the location worked out well for you, too. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back anytime!"
"We have stayed at vacation rentals for 20 years. This one tops the list. Very spacious, brightly decorated, lots of bright windows, four bedrooms, three baths, most every utensil we needed. And the gymnasium was a huge hit. The in-home theater requires a computer, and we didn’t bring one, so we spent our evenings out by the campfire, making s’mores. Then we came in and played games at the big table. We took the pontoon on the St. Croix River at the local marina. Ate in Hudson four times and Afton once. Otherwise we used the kitchen to cook big family meals together. Our son has stage four cancer, so we asked that they could be flexible with the timing of our rental based on his chemo treatments. They were incredibly thoughtful and flexible. If you have kids or young adults, whether it’s summer fall, spring, or winter, this is an awesome place. Especially for families up to 10 people. "
- John and Deb
"AMAZING HOUSE! My coworkers that stayed in the house have 10/10 reviews, they couldn't believe how nice this lake house was! <br/>Would recommend over and over again!"
- Jacey
Host Response:
"We're delighted to hear that your coworkers had such a positive experience and that the lake house exceeded expectations. Your recommendation truly means a lot. It was a pleasure hosting your group, and you are most welcome back anytime."
Amazing Rental!
"The property was perfect for our small friend gathering! Plenty of space for people to sleep and the beds were comfortable. It was extremely clean and had a lot of natural light shining through. It is very family friendly with all the amenities - including blackout blinds. We enjoyed playing pickleball in the gym!"
- Casey
"We were a group of nine made up of moms and adult daughters. We had plenty of room and enjoyed everything about our stay! Hudson and Stillwater are both so close for great dining and shopping options and we hiked at beautiful Willow River State Park about 20 minutes away. We highly recommend this place to groups!"
- Maureen
Beautiful & Clean Property
"We loved this clean, modern home with the indoor sport court. We would definitely rent here again!!"
- MOLLY
Host Response:
"Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Molly! We appreciate your feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you had a great experience and enjoyed the clean, modern design and the indoor sport court. It's our pleasure to provide a comfortable and enjoyable stay, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!"
"Our family really enjoyed our stayed. My teenagers that are hard to please asked to come back. The basketball court was the cherry on top. They were there all day and night. The home is very spacious, clean and has everything you need to feel at home. It’s conveniently located close to the highway and by a great Mexican restaurant. Can’t wait to visit again!"
- Isamar
Host Response:
"Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Isamar! We are thrilled to hear that your family had such a great time, especially the hard to please teens! We are so glad that you found the home to be spacious and clean, and you had everything you needed to make it feel like home. The convenient location near the highway and great Mexican restaurant is an added bonus. Your feedback is greatly appreciated! We can't wait to host you and your family again in the future."
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- Jill
Host Response:
"Thanks again for choosing a Minnestay home for your visit to Minnesota, Jill! We hope you enjoyed The Happy Home and look forward to hosting you again soon!"
"Great place, super clean, lots of space for everyone! Family loved the gym!"
- April
Host Response:
"Thank you so much for the wonderful review, April! We're so glad to hear that your family enjoyed their stay with us (esp the indoor gym!!). Providing a clean, spacious, and well-equipped environment is our top priority, and we're glad to see that we succeeded in delivering a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!"
"Wonderful home for a large family with kids. Very spacious, clean, and cozy! Loved the Christmas tree and festive decor for the holidays, as it made our family feel right at home. And of course, the gym was a huge hit with the kids 🙂 Everything was perfect! Would definitely book again, and recommend to friends and family for sure!!"
- Leigh
Host Response:
"Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy to hear that the home was a perfect fit for your family and that you enjoyed the festive decor—it’s wonderful to know it made your holiday stay extra special. We’re thrilled the gym was a hit, especially with the kids! It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime. Thank you for recommending us to friends and family!"
Extremely clean and well maintained
"The property was so clean and very well maintained! We felt extremely safe and enjoyed our stay! "
- Amy
Host Response:
"Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Amy! We're thrilled to hear that you found the property clean, well-maintained, and felt safe during your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you and we hope to welcome you back again soon! 😊"
First Class Lakeland
"The home was wonderful and ALL of the accommodations were perfect! First class home and quiet neighborhood! Will lease again! Fully recommend all aspects of the rental! 👍"
- James S.
Host Response:
"Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted you enjoyed your stay. Hope to host you again soon!"
nice place
"a few things that might help in in the future.Hall bathroom needs some towel hooks.all the low chairs were hard for the old people to get out of.better pots and pans.other wise 5 stars.Tim and Susan Martens"
- Tim
"We celebrated a birthday with extended family, and it was the perfect space and location for our group of several small families with kids."
- Alison
Host Response:
"Thank you for choosing our space to celebrate such a special occasion! We’re so glad it was the perfect fit for your group and families. We’d love to host you all again in the future!<br/>The Minnestay Team"
Great property and location.
"Clean, modern, comfortable for a group. Would definitely come back."
- Deirdre L.
Host Response:
"Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back soon."
Service Matters
"The home was as pictured: bright, open layout, and clean. The downstairs gym was a plus. What made this stay memorable, however, was the unbelievably prompt response we got from the owner and property manager to an air conditioning problem. We received a visit from the owner within 30 minutes and the unit was serviced within the hour. Things at times go sideways, but it is the response that matters. Thanks for the great stay."
- James
Host Response:
"James, we are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and look forward to the opportunity to host you again!"
"loved our stay! perfect for little kids -- the basketball court was amazing and we could walk to two playgrounds. Lots of space and very clean. Highly recommend!"
- Sarah
Host Response:
"We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the wonderful review and for being such a great guest. We’d love to have you back anytime!"
"Great weekend getaway spot!"
- Charlotte
Host Response:
"Charlotte, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay; we look forward to hosting you again!"
"This was the perfect spot for a girls weekend! Clean & beautiful space, fun amenities like the indoor sport court and cute outdoor fire pit. Felt very comfortable and appreciated all of the items provided by the host (complimentary snacks, tooth brushes and paste, makeup wipes, etc)! We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Host was very responsive with any questions we had."
- Nellie
Host Response:
"Nellie, thank you so much for leaving a great review! We can't wait to share your kind words with the Minnestay Team! They will be very happy their efforts didn't go unnoticed! We hope to host you again in the future whenever your travels bring you back to Minneapolis!<br/>With Gratitude,<br/>The Minnestay Team"
"The mini-gymnasium was the perfect feature"
- Paige
Host Response:
"Thank you for taking the time to write a review about Minnestay! We're glad you were able to enjoy the house. You were great to host, and I hope you return and stay with us again soon!"
"We had a wonderful stay with Minnestay! The home was spacious and the indoor gym was so fun! The outdoor spaces were great, quiet and enjoyable. We will definitely be back next year!"
- Alyssa
Host Response:
"Alyssa, we are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to having the pleasure of hosting you again soon!"
"This home is lovely, spacious, and the indoor sport court is such a great bonus! We were here for a girls/moms getaway and actually used the sport court quite a bit to play pickleball, basketball, and for a general workout area. The home is so close to Woodbury, Hudson, and Stillwater so the location is ideal! The rooms as very well kept and cozy. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs and then 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom downstairs. It was a great getaway space!!"
- Kimberly
Host Response:
"Thank you for taking the time to write a review about our Minnestay property. We cannot thank you enough for your willingness to do this. We hope you were able to relax and truly enjoy your time! And we do hope you come back and visit the next time you are in town. You are always welcome!<br/>With Gratitude, The Minnestay Team"
"Loved this spot and the communication from booking all the way to check-out was phenomenal. Home was beautiful, clean, spacious and cozy. I stopped in town to see family and will definitely be looking to stay again!"
- Brittany
Host Response:
"Thank you for taking the time to write a review about our Minnestay property. We cannot thank you enough for your willingness to do this. We hope you were able to relax and truly enjoy your time! And we do hope you come back and visit the next time you are in town. You are always welcome!<br/>With Gratitude, The Minnestay Team"
"Fun for the whole family!"
- Susan
Host Response:
"Thank you for taking the time to write a review about our Minnestay property. We cannot thank you enough for your willingness to do this. We hope you were able to relax and truly enjoy your time! And we do hope you come back and visit the next time you are in town. You are always welcome!<br/>With Gratitude, The Minnestay Team"
"This was an incredible place and perfect for our needs for a short ski get-away. The gym/game area was such a fun addition! Fully stocked kitchen, plenty of linens etc - great great place and we will be back!"
- Casey
Host Response:
"Thanks so much for leaving a review! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope you'll come back again soon!<br/>With gratitude, The Minnestay Team"