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Lakefront Retreat on South Center Lake

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A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, large windows, a high ceiling with exposed beams, and a modern kitchen with bar stools. - Lakefront Retreat on South Center Lake (Center City)
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden chairs, and pendant lighting. - Lakefront Retreat on South Center Lake (Center City)
A covered outdoor deck with wicker furniture, a table, and a ceiling fan. - Lakefront Retreat on South Center Lake (Center City)
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window. - Lakefront Retreat on South Center Lake (Center City)
A building with a prominent American flag, a porch with two chairs, and a stone pillar. - Lakefront Retreat on South Center Lake (Center City)
On South Center Lake, this executive home boasts vaulted ceilings and mountain-inspired wood beams. Unwind on the 3-season porch or attached deck with a Traeger smoker and grill, then enjoy paddle boards, a fire pit, and oversized dock for sunbathing.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12427 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

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About this property

Lakefront Retreat on South Center Lake

  • Welcome to this immaculate new 4,600+ sq. ft. executive built home on peaceful South Center Lake, only 45 minutes from the Twin Cities. This home features gorgeous vaulted ceilings with mountain inspired wood beams, an oversized kitchen island, 3-season porch with attached deck, walkout paver patio with lounge area, grill, Traeger smoker, foosball table, and pool table to offer many options for entertaining. Enjoy the lake all day with the sand beach, two included paddle boards, fire pit, and oversized dock for sunbathing, fishing, and boating. Bring your own boat, or rent from several options in the area. For added boating and fishing adventure, South Center Lake also connects to North Center Lake via a common channel that includes multiple restaurants on the lake with boat up dock access.

    This stunning Lake Home is also located less than 15 miles from Taylors Falls, Trollhaugen Ski Area, and Wild Mountain if you are looking for added adventure during your stay. Also nearby are two local wineries, several amazing restaurants, local coffee shops and bakeries, and boutique shopping.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Paddleboard
  • Snow sports gear

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)

General

  • Unit size: 4,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Per city ordinances, there is No parking on the street or cul-de-sac at any time.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the area

Center City is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Interstate State Park and Wild River State Park, while Franconia Sculpture Park and Folsom House are cultural highlights. Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway and Polk County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Visit our Center City travel guide
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Center City, MN

What's nearby

  • A river flowing through a forested valley with rocky cliffs on one side.
    Wild Mountain
    24 min drive - 31.5 km
  • A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and rocky cliffs.
    Willow River State Park
    36 min drive - 57.4 km
  • A cycling race on a track with cyclists wearing numbered jerseys.
    National Sports Center
    38 min drive - 58.9 km
  • South Center Lake
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • North Center Lake
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Pizza Pub
    8 min walk
  • Dairy Queen
    3 min drive
  • Arby's
    4 min drive
  • Crossroads Tavern
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Retreat on South Center Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Retreat on South Center Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Retreat on South Center Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Retreat on South Center Lake located?

Situated in Center City, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of South Center Lake and North Center Lake. South Lindstrom Lake is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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Lakefront Retreat on South Center Lake Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Family meet up

The house was wonderful, very clean, quality furnishings in all rooms! Easily accommodated multiple families with room for everyone. Easy check in- overall awesome stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Debi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 12 friends stay for our 42nd Annual Summer Girls Weekend—and we had an amazing time!The house was beautiful and spacious, perfect for relaxing and catching up. We visited a nearby winery and found several golf courses in the area.Just a heads-up: while bars and restaurants are nearby, I wouldn’t recommend walking, as the road is quite busy—but it’s a very short drive.A couple of tips: bring lawn chairs for outside seating, and be ready to use your remote skills—the TVs can be a bit tricky at first.Overall, a wonderful stay and a memorable weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan O.

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

Beautiful Home & Great Location!

Our group of 8 had such a wonderful time at this lovely home in Center City! It was a short drive from home at just an hour and the home was well appointed and just as described/pictured. Everyone was able to have their own space and we really enjoyed the beautiful kitchen and the fun lower level pool table. Even though our stay was in March, we were able to sit on the screen porch the afternoon/evening we arrived because it was 70 degrees! We had a fun time visiting boutique shops, an antique shop, brewery, and a fun bar/restaurant. Thank you for a wonderful weekend in your beautiful lake home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

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

Great family get together

This house worked great for our family to get together over the holiday weekend. The kids loved the bunk room with the big tv and we used all the gaming tables. Really appreciated the the extra towels and house layout. Nice beds and bedding. Kitchen is great for cooking. Extra stove top burners and large fridge with xl ice maker that kept up with our group. We will definitely be back. Thanks for the memories!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K S.

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

Wonderful family or couples retreat

This is a very beautiful home. With 5 bedrooms was great in providing a retreat for my family while attending a local wedding . Enjoyed the paddle boards, fire pit area, grilling, pool table and some ping pong. Has a nice dock with clean area of water around dock. You need your own life jackets . Newer built property with the bunk bedroom having the electrical breaker trip when trying to use the fan switch. Also tripped the breaker using the microwave once. Was used often, only tripped once. No hair dryers as reported but local store not far away. Easily talked with host who was surprised that there was not one at least in the master bath. Grocery store also very close. One recommendation would be to have a screen or partition to pull in front if the fireplace that is a full view into the master bedroom from the main living room . Did have some spices and oils supplied for cooking. Coffee was also stocked along with espresso machine.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan T.

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

Great Spot for family Vacation

Beautiful property that was perfect for my family. Would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome home to stay in for a group! We rented as home base for a nearby wedding for a number of family members. Beautiful, clean, great socializing spaces, comfy beds and plenty of bathrooms. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

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

Dance gals getaway

Great house. Loved the space, porch and patio perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K E.

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

Beautiful new, large, lake home

Our extended family included three families. All had traveled for a family wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our extended family of 12 had plenty of space at this beautiful house. The inside of the house was great and we had plenty of space to spread out or be together. Since the outdoor space was next to a wooded area, we found ourselves having to clean the area before we were comfortable enjoying it.We liked the lake and explored both South Center Lake and North Center Lake. We rented a pontoon from St. Croix Dock and Marine and they delivered the boat to the public launch on South Center Lake. The house is located near some very quaint small towns.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

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

What an amazing house!

We stayed at the house for 8 days with a very large family gathering. Everyone was so impressed with the house and all the room we had to spread out. Rain or shine, you could sit outside and enjoy the peace and tranquility. The lake was so amazing as well. We caught so many fish and it really didn't matter how you fished, they were just there waiting for a snack. I think our only suggestion would be to get one or two more trash cans and make sure the guests know when trash pickup is. Again, we had a large group so the garbage piled up pretty quickly. Neighbors were great and very friendly. Will certainly book this house again in the future. Check out Nordic Harbor if you need a boat or want to listen to some live music at their rooftop bar. It is right around the corner from the house.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanna M.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025