Northstar Haven across from Detroit Lake

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Free WiFi

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Detroit Lakes, MN

Detroit Lake
‪1 min walk‬
Detroit Mountain Recreation Area
‪4 min drive‬
Detroit Lake Beach
‪7 min drive‬
Detroit Lakes, MN (DTL)
‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd bedroom

1 Double Bed

Game room

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Upstairs bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Northstar Haven is a vacation rental property located in Detroit Lakes across the street from Big Detroit Lake. Take advantage of all the amenities that Detroit Lakes has to offer by staying in this beautifully furnished vacation rental. It's a perfect place for a family vacation get-away or a gathering of friends. It comfortably sleeps up to 10 people with 2 queen beds and one full sized bed up stairs and 2 twin beds (trundle bed) and 2 air mattresses down stairs (perfect for kids) and two full bathrooms. Kids will have a great time playing in the big yard. The large fire pit is perfect for evening bon fires. Big Detroit Lake is right across the street. Inquire about nearby beaches and boat docks. Fireside Steakhouse is also across the street and several great restaurants are within a short drive.

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Anne Williams

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

Long-term renters welcome

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Detroit Lakes

Located in Detroit Lakes, this holiday home is on a lake. Historic Holmes Theater and World's Largest Loon are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sucker Creek Preserve and Detroit Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Red Willow and Whitehouse Interiors, or check out an event or a game at Kent Freeman Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.

Detroit Lakes, MN

What's nearby

Detroit Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Detroit Mountain Recreation Area - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Historic Holmes Theater - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
Detroit Lake Beach - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

Detroit Lakes Station - 5 min drive
Fargo, ND (FAR-Hector Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Zorbaz - ‬7 min drive
‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
‪Papacitos Burritos - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Northstar Haven across from Detroit Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Northstar Haven across from Detroit Lake ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Northstar Haven across from Detroit Lake ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Northstar Haven across from Detroit Lake located?

This family-friendly Detroit Lakes holiday home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Detroit Lake, Sucker Creek Preserve and Detroit Mountain Recreation Area. Red Willow and Whitehouse Interiors and Essentia Health St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

3 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

3 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day getaway

We met up with friends for a Labor Day weekend lake getaway

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol and Dennis H.

5 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dl

Convenient. Fire pit.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elwood E.

21 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cozy

This home totally fit the needs of my family. Five stars all around. It was clean and the amenities in the kitchen was awesome. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to be back again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott G.

19 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Detroit Lakes stay - July 4th

- The house was nice, clean and well represented on the web site. - There was no firewood beyond the sticks, wood shingles and scraps of 2X4's set up in the fire pit what lasted about 1hr. - Although the site say's the public beaches are a few miles away, they show a pic of a dock and they say the lake is directly across the road. The problem is that sitting on the deck of the house, you wouldn't know a lake is across the road because of trees. Can't see it at all. And the dock in the picture is 3/4's of a mile down the road with no walking path. So, if you are thinking you could have a morning cup of coffee or glass of wine on the dock across the road, you will be VERY disappointed.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Summer G.

1 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

We had eight girls staying here over the weekend for a get together. It fit us all perfectly and the large living room downstairs was more than enough room for activities. The owner was very accommodating and didn’t hesitate to answer any of my questions. It was located in a nice quiet neighborhood, the yard was decent size, and the house was cute and clean. I would highly recommend staying here :)

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

steve k.

20 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay option

We really enjoyed the house. The only problem we experienced and not sure it’s clear on the listing is there is not central AC. The living room and kitchen stay comfortable but the bedrooms are pretty warm even with the small fans provided to plug in. We cracked the windows to get in some breeze but if it’s muggy or hot that’s not going to bring any relief and the 10” bedside fan will only hit one person in the bed. The grill, kitchen and deck spaces are awesome. Family came over from their hotels and we cooked and there was plenty of seating and comfortable seating which is most important. We would definitely rent again just have to consider the AC and temps.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam Z.

7 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We love this little house!

We have stayed here twice now and it is perfect for our needs. The house is clean and spacious. The owner was very responsive when we struggled with the key pad and we were in in a matter of minutes. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caryn M.

28 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

High school friends reunion

We were all pleased with the accommodations. Very comfortable and cozy with every thing we needed. And the location was perfect. We would stay there again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn W., Minot, ND

21 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5*

The downstairs shower had a steady leak so remained unused. Reported it but not fixed.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

23 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

Enjoyed our time!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam Z.

10 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family time

We used the house for over flow family visiting my parents that live nearby. It was perfect! So much room! We didn’t use all the space. The owner was very responsive when we had trouble with the key pad and she solved it right away! We would definitely stay again! The fire pit in back was a bonus!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

5 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 4th Holiday

Nicely appointed 3 bd house was perfect housing for our family as we joined an extended gathering at a nearby lake. The house had comfy rooms, plenty of kitchen tools and good location to conveniences & Detroit Lake. We loved the styling of this little house. The roomy downstairs was a plus. Good local biking, dining and shopping. Thx!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

24 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

We had a wonderful time stay at Anne’s cozy cottage. Anne and Christina were perfect hostesses. Will be staying again in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

18 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Great location for a fishing trip!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

30 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Time

This property was the perfect place for our family get together. The host was very accommodating and quickly responded to questions we had before and throughout our stay. The house was in a nice, quiet location with a perfect yard for games and a nice fire pit. We enjoyed our time on the lake, playing yard games, and time around the fire with our family. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candice G.

6 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for a long weekend get away!

I rented this property for a group of 8 people to stay in Detroit Lakes for a long weekend for a friend’s wedding. The location was perfect; the space was big enough for all of us to enjoy; the wrap around porch was ideal for morning coffee; and the kitchen was fully stocked with equipment and spices to cook! Communication with the host was easy and efficient. I would highly recommend anyone looking for a get away weekend in Detroit Lakes to book this property!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlaina T.

3 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

We enjoyed absolutely everything about our stay here !! We had the best time with our friends and family. Highly recommend!!

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

14 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home sweet home!

A lovely cottage that met our every need. Property manager and owner most helpful and accommodating. They answered all our questions promptly and wanted to make sure we were comfortable Great location in a town my husband and I love. Many activities to do and places to visit. Great walking areas.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

29 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good stay

We enjoed our stay. Property was clean and everything was easy to find. Thank you for the fun experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

18 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

The place was wonderful And the owner and manager were great We really enjoyed our stay there

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kayli M.

29 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

We had an excellent time for a girls weekend getaway! All the essentials for cooking and awesome games to play!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

Korrine C.

2 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Disliked: Communication

Maintenance required

No TV on main floor, TV in basement not working Floors and bathtub surfaces very slick. No handrail in shower/tub Master bedroom pocket door doesn't work, front legs of bed broken Shades broken and light bulbs burnt out throughout the home Chair legs in lower family area broken Trash can in kitchen broken Had to purchase pdwr cleanser to clean kitchen sink Wet towels left in washer, locking lid on washer broken Water comes up in utility sink when washer drains Stains on Duvet in northeast bedroom, needs pillows replaced Firepit needs ashes removed (full) House could be excellent, just needs maintenance.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

8 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location!!

Besides this being a great property for our family, the location was so convenient to everything in Detroit Lakes. A wonderful restaurant practically across the street called Fireside we walked to. My adult daughter and her son walked one day to rent kayaks from the Holiday Inn and than the next day to rent a tandem bike to ride around the lake. We rented a pontoon boat from there as well and spent an afternoon on the lake. Very close to grocery stores and downtown shops. Zorba's was a fun atmosphere for pizza and Mexican food right across from the public beach. Anne was very helpful to answer any questions or concerns. Highly recommend North Star.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Anne Williams

I'm Anne--spelled like Ann but pronounced like Annie. I grew up in ND but have spent the last 22 years in Pittsburgh. I have 2 adult children and a granddaughter on the way. I have survived many things including breast cancer and I believe in living each day that the Lord gives me to the fullest and doing life with those I love.

Professionally I am the founder and co-managing member of a travel and event company that manages corporate and leisure travel and NFL themed cruises. I have owned and managed several rental properties and VRBO's over the years.

I love my family. I love to travel. I love great food and expensive coffee and red wine. I love to see new places, wander around quaint shoppes and try new things. I have amazing friends and beautiful and talented kids. I like to read self help books and study the Bible and learn about what makes people uniquely who they are.

Buying The Northstar Haven was a return to my northern/mid-west roots and a return to family. I'm excited to share it with you and I hope you feel love, joy and peace while you are here and make many amazing memories with friends and family.

Why they chose this property

You will love staying here because of it's perfect location in a quaint resort town and because this place offers all the comforts of home away from home. My great Auntie used to always say, "You can't be fussy when you're camping!" Well, there's nothing to fuss about here! This is MN camping at its best. And if there's anything you find that's not up to par, please let me know how I can fix it.

What makes this property unique

Northstar Haven is so close to Big Detroit Lake (across the street), a huge yard, beautiful deck, great fire pit and plenty of indoor and outdoor games for all ages. No matter what season you come to visit, you will love it here. Ask about lake access.

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Popular amenities

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd bedroom

3rd bedroom

Game room

Master Bedroom

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Upstairs bathroom

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About this property