You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Perfect Family Get Away !
Beautiful 5 Bedroom 3 Bath cottage that sleeps 15 Adults + children 3 and under 100 ft Sandy beach - Clean Water -
*Paddle Boards and Kayaks Included.
Bike the Sakata Bike Trail !
Perfect Get away for families with small children Located 1 mile away from -
Scoops Ice Cream Shop * Kayak / Paddle Board Rentals and Cannon River Shuttle Service Ellie Gail's Bakery and Deli Tucker's Sports Bar Knotty Bar and Grill Thirsty Beaver Bar Fisher's Corner Bar Gas/Groceries - Casey's or the Pit Stop Bait Shop Elysian Bank 3 Local Wineries
Located 1 mile from the Sakata Bike Trail !
Property manager
Joe Meixl
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Washing machine
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.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Location highlights
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Golf
Kayak
Paddleboard
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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)
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 1,800 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 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
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
Family Getaway Lake House Elysian
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Elysian Family Getaway - Lake House Cottage
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About the area
Elysian, MN
What's nearby
Lake Tetonka - 9 min drive
Sakatah Lake State Park - 11 min drive
Mayo Clinic Health System Mankato - 27 min drive
Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center - 27 min drive
Minnesota State University - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Casey's General Store - 11 min drive
Casey's General Store - 3 min drive
Phil-Mart - 11 min drive
The Thirsty Beaver - 2 min drive
Fischers Corner Bar - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Perfect Family Get Away ! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Perfect Family Get Away !?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Perfect Family Get Away !?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Perfect Family Get Away ! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Elysian cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Tetonka, Sakatah Lake and Murphy Wildlife Management Area. Waterville Public Library and Waterville City Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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The Perfect Family Get Away ! Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 123 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 123 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 123 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen S.
16 Oct 2024
Wonderful weekend getaway
My friends and I found this a perfect spot for our Fall ladies weekend. We enjoyed the lake view from the patio, sitting by the fireplace and comfortable rooms. Next time we'll use the kayaks and firepit! Joe was a great and very responsive host!
Kathleen S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve W.
4 Oct 2024
The Mount gang
The property was even better than the pictures showed. Joe and Nancy are incredible hosts. We hope to be back next year.
Steve W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marcia T.
13 Aug 2024
50years of memories
Awesome for our family
Marcia T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Karen U.
3 Sept 2024
Very Good
Very good, met all of our needs for 15 people!
Karen U.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany G.
11 Aug 2024
Family Get Away
This was a last minute booking due to a hurricane in Florida. Joe was very helpful in the booking process, since there were 18 of us vacationing. The property sits on a beautiful lake, great atmosphere for a family get away!
Tiffany G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ella W.
22 Oct 2024
Bridal Party Lodging
Was a great place to stay and provide space for my bridal party as I got married at Ahavah Cottage 2 min away! I will say that the listing shows the address as the right side of the house but you enter on the left. The check in process was a little delayed and everything was manual/not an electronic checkin, as the owner was out of town and in an area with bad reception, but the nicest people and really glad we stayed here! If anyone is looking for a place to host for a wedding or larger group, I highly recommend!!
Ella W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary Ann S.
19 July 2024
family time
fun, good weather
Mary Ann S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gail E.
25 Sept 2024
Extended family for wedding weekend
We had 11 adults one night and 9 the second. 10 adults with 4 couples and 2 singles to shared the bunk room( bottom bunks) would be perfect. We had a lovely time enjoying the lake view outside with our morning coffee and plenty of room inside to hang out watching tv, or playing games at the kitchen table and counter. The host was very receptive to any questions or needs we had. Great stay for our son’s wedding held in Elysian.
Gail E.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth S.
8 May 2024
Softball weekend
Great stay at Joe and Nancy's look forward to booking in the future
Kenneth S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sharon K.
22 June 2024
2024 Vacation
This is the first time we've done a vacation like this. Joe and Nancy made us feel welcome and made the stay great!
The house is phenomenal and the lake is great!
All 16 of us agreed that we would definitely come back and do this again.
Sharon K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tatum S.
10 Jan 2024
Wedding Weekend
We stayed here during our wedding weekend at Ahavah Cottage and it was absolutely perfect! Highly recommend staying here!
Tatum S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert W.
30 June 2024
We had a perfect trip
The place was exactly what we hoped for. Joe and Nancy were very helpful but not nosy or intrusive. Hope to be back again. Lake water level was high because of all the rain in the area. Fishing was good. The kids had a ball.
Robert W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura L.
20 May 2024
Wonderful location and property!
We were attending a wedding in the area so we’re looking for a VRBO for us and several family members to stay. This is a gem of a place for families to enjoy- inside and out! We loved sitting on the back patio watching the sunset, as well as hanging out on the large sectional in the living room enjoying the view. Would be great for a longer stay- I just wish we had more than a weekend wedding planned. Joe and Nancy are great hosts.
Laura L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deirdre S., Louisville, KY USA
2 Oct 2023
Great family home
This home is well set up for families- with toys and games for kids onsite. We enjoyed meeting the owners and staying in their family vacation home. Would recommend for families seeking a quiet lakefront place.
Deirdre S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ginny C.
11 Sept 2022
Awesome accommodations and offerings
The place was great, very clean and ample storage and sleeping accommodations, fully stocked kitchen, plenty of bathrooms and lake access was great, definitely would recommend!
Ginny C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lois H.
4 July 2022
Awesome place to vacation.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Joe and Nancy were very welcoming and helpful. It's a beautiful spot and we also enjoyed the town of Elysian.
Lois H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mary K.
22 July 2022
Great family getaway. Great private beach, dock and swim area.
Excellent!!
Mary K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joseph R.
15 Sept 2023
Awesome lake front home
Joe and Nancy were great hosts. The property was very clean and in an awesome location on the lake!
Joseph R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Luke K.
25 Mar 2020
Getaway
Best stay ever.
Luke K.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
Diane C., Waukesha, WI United States
25 Sept 2023
Great house!! +++
Had a fantastic time at this place. Exactly as described.
Diane C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
brad w.
29 Nov 2023
Great place
Excellent for our family. Plenty of room. Only downer was we should have brought slippers to keep our feet warm since the hardwood floors got a little cold.
brad w.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary Ann S.
17 July 2023
Family stay
Lovely home and lakefront. Kitchen easy for large group. close to activities, biking, hiking as well.
Mary Ann S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rachel B.
22 May 2023
Amazing Hosts and Amazing property
Joe and Nancy were absolutely amazing hosts. The house and property were absolutely beautiful.
Rachel B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jill K.
21 Mar 2021
Family get away
It was spacious and perfect for our family get away. Kids loved playing and sleeping in the bunk room.
Jill K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
8/10 Good
Sheila K.
22 Aug 2023
Family Vacation
Very nice place! Beautiful view of the lake. Comfortable, roomy, well stocked. Nice beach and swimming area. The grandkids loved the kayaks! Joe and Nancy were great hosts and very accommodating. Would definitely stay again!