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Brophy Reflections 4BR/2BA, 2 Kitchens, Firepit, Year Round Rental, Lic#1798

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On the beach
Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12204 sq m

Popular amenities

8.0 out of 10
Guests loved the amenities.
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Brophy Reflections 4BR/2BA, 2 Kitchens, Firepit, Year Round Rental, Lic#1798

Welcome to Brophy Reflections! Built in the early 60's this rambler boasts beautiful sunset views from a bank overlooking Lake Brophy. Bring your personal items along with some food and come stay in our comfortable, tastefully furnished home. You will be drawn to the large living room windows and look out over the lake. Cozy is what you'll feel when you turn on the gas fireplace. We have two Roku TVs &DVD players.

The dining table seats 6-10 with the two leaves.. The fully furnished kitchen has microwave, coffee maker and dishwasher.

Upstairs there are three bedrooms and one bath are at the south end of house and can be separated by closing the pocket door. Great for napping and quiet time!

In our remodeled upstairs bathroom you'll find towels, and a limited supply of tp and kleenex. There are wash cloths, hand and bath towels for our guests to use. There is a compact washer/dryer upstairs, and full size machines downstairs.

The Blue Bedroom has one queen bed, and one twin. A full size bed is in the Purple Bedroom which looks over the lake. The Master Bedroom has a queen bed and a corner window with a lake view.

Downstairs we have a fourth bedroom with a full Tempur-pedic (firm) and a twin bed.

Downstairs you'll find a cozy spot with a sofa bed and loveseat. The large ottoman also has a pull out twin bed. Wifi is provided.

The Kitchenette downstairs is furnished but has no dishwasher (dishwasher is in upstairs kitchen.) The downstairs bathroom has a walk in shower with a seat. The downstairs is like an apartment: kitchen, bedroom, bath and living room with a gas fireplace.

Go out the downstairs door and walk onto a shaded patio. The steps down to the lake are many but there is a landing with a bench where you can take a rest or watch the lake action. Brophy is a quiet lake on the chain. A sand beach area(depending on water level), and a small grassy area is there for you to enjoy. A dock with a boat slip is for your convenience, along with a Kennedy paddle boat, kayak and paddle board. You may swim, jet ski, water ski, fish or whatever. Please have lots of fun but at the same time respectful of the neighbors.

Our front yard is family friendly. There is a fire pit with chairs out front. Yes, you may bring your dog with prior approval and additional fee . Dogs must remain on leash, kenneled or downstairs. A Dog Addendum must be signed.

Brophy Reflections is less than 10 minutes to Alexandria. Beautiful sandy Latoka beach is only 1.5 miles away and Lake Brophy has a new public beach with a beautiful play center, and bathrooms on the west side of the lake. Go another direction and travel that same distance, just around Lake Cowdry to the bike/walking path; take this path west to the new Brophy beach. Alexandria offers so many outdoor opportunities. During the winter Brophy Reflections is less than half a mile to the snowmobile trail. After a great day of sledding you will come home to a cozy warm house. If you enjoy skiing and snowboarding Andes Tower Hills is about 15 miles away. You can fish on Brophy or go to one of the area lakes. Golfing is convenient as ArrowWood is only a 10 minutes drive. The museums in town are so interesting, shopping is unique, AAAA theatre offers entertainment throughout the year. There is bowling, miniature golf and cinema. Tennis courts, playgrounds and restaurants are right in town. There is always something to do in Alexandria! Most of all you can take advantage of your vacation and relax.

Thank you for looking at Brophy Reflections!

Blessings!
Susan and Ken Persons



Property manager

Susan Persons

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Strict no smoking rule.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 2 dogs max. $140 for stay. Accept dog addendum.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Family friendly!

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
Note from host: Separate contract and fee.
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 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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Alexandria, MN

What's nearby

  • Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum - 6 min drive
  • Runestone Museum - 6 min drive
  • Alomere Health - 8 min drive
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 9 min drive
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 132 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Garden Center Lanes - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Brophy Reflections 4BR/2BA, 2 Kitchens, Firepit, Year Round Rental, Lic#1798 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Brophy Reflections 4BR/2BA, 2 Kitchens, Firepit, Year Round Rental, Lic#1798?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brophy Reflections 4BR/2BA, 2 Kitchens, Firepit, Year Round Rental, Lic#1798?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Brophy Reflections 4BR/2BA, 2 Kitchens, Firepit, Year Round Rental, Lic#1798 located?

Located on the beach, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum, Big Splash Indoor Waterpark, and Casey’s Amusement Park. Runestone Museum and Douglas County Historical Society are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Brophy Reflections 4BR/2BA, 2 Kitchens, Firepit, Year Round Rental, Lic#1798 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol V.

Liked: Cleanliness
team onward
great location, very peaceful
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our week
Clean, plenty of necessities, (towels, paper towels, garbage bags), parking space, sprayed for bugs, plenty of chairs, two patios, nice dock and fire pit. Nice gluten free snacks when we came, our family has some gluten free!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jude H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Getaway with the Kids
Susan was great! Our kids had a blast. The house was a little old and smelled like it. Maybe someone smoked in there years ago? It was fine though and we got used to it and had an amazing time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks!
Awesome to be by the lake with great fishing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
brophy Reflections
Wonderful stay. The house was perfect for our family. Very kid friendly. We spent most of our time down by the lake. The lake was so clear. Kids had fun with the paddle boat. Clean cabin and nice clean dock and beach. We hope to be back again. Words from a 5 year old” this is so, so, so awesome!”
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaelin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Our stay was perfect. No complaints! The home and outdoors was very clean and put together. Plenty of supplies available for use. Communication with owner was very easy and quick response time! Owner was very sweet and down to earth. It was a great stay for our family. We especially enjoyed the pontoon paddle boat provided. Great spot for fishing as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathe W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed this home very much - it was nice to have 2 kitchens with our large family❣️
Very clean and spacious
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O., Waukon, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Homey and clean!
We enjoyed the spacious front yard for campfires; the back patio for outside views and visiting; the paddle boat and water craft provided; Roku tvs. It was a pleasant week with mostly sunny days. We had family times on the lake with tubing behind our boat and a rented pontoon that all enjoyed swimming from. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation Bliss
This is our 3rd year staying at Brophy Reflections. This home completely meets our needs for our family with 3 kids and 5 adults. I feel like we are completely spoiled with enough bedrooms and living areas to give each other space and yet come together for family time. We love the proximity to town and yet feel like it's a wonderful getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable
Very comfortable,
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation!
Great location! Everything was exactly as described and Sue was wonderful to work with. We had fun catching fish off the dock, taking the kayak and paddle boat out, bon fires and checking out the Alexandria area. Would love to stay again sometime!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roomy Accommodatios
Great house for a large group/family getaway. Nice lakeside location in a quiet neighborhood. We made use of the two kitchens! Nice outdoor areas for gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Real nice
2 nd time staying there
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home away from home.
Clean and stocked home, great location, fun things to do, property manager welcoming and available if questions. Great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake life
We very much enjoyed our stay at this property! It was on a smaller lake which was great for kayaking, paddle boarding and they had a paddle boat to use which was great! We were able to enjoy the other lakes that were very close and bigger where we took our ski boat to do more water sports! We also enjoyed the bike trails that were located very close! The house was spacious and supplied everything we needed to cook , grill out and just hang out with the family! We would stay here again and recommend if to other families or groups to enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
This was a nice house. The only issue was the picture of the lake view seemed to have less obstruction that what really was. Overall it’s was a good stay and a clean property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

LEA L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Son's 21st birthday!
Every year my kids like to take their friends up North for a fun time in a cabin on the lake. Always Alexandria bc it's their mother's favorite place on earth! It's getting harder and harder to find a cabin big enough and affordable but this place hit the spot! The lake front wasn't as friendly but there are so many things to do: Fishing; paddle board; kayak or paddle boating! Along with other beaches that are sandy wo weeds. And the cabin was full of amenities!! Great place owned by very accommodating people, the Persons!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation home
This house was so clean and comfortable! Owner was very prompt in her replies. Beautiful lake view and dock area. Super close to other beaches and parks. Our family has the best time and would love to return to the same place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time!
This property works so well for our family of 9. With grandchldren ages of 3, 8, and 11, the kids had so much space to play both outside and inside. The 6 adults loved having two kitchens and two living spaces. This is our second time here, we hope to make it a third time next summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andre H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend
Owners were super nice and gave easy directions. Everything went to plan and there wasn’t a lot of hassle in the cleanup process
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Stay
Well kept property and responsive owner. Plan to return again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd N.

Liked: Cleanliness
728 brophy
good!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual girlfriend gathering.
It was perfect for 6 long time friends to gather. Close to town and other attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful month at Brophy Reflections
My husband and I spent a wonderful month at Brophy Reflections. Amazing sunsets and relaxing days overlooking the lake. Very comfortable home. Easy to get into Alexandria. Enjoyed being in close proximity to family.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we all needed!
The property was beautiful, well furnished, and clean. We enjoyed family meals created together in the kitchen and relished the views from the front and back yard in the mornings and evenings. We had fun with the paddle boat and kayaks while using the lake. Susan is a very responsive and courteous host who ensured that our stay was the best it could be.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022