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Log Home on Circle Lake - Now with Picklebll Court!

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 103000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach viewBeach viewBeach view
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Faribault, MN
  • Popular LocationRice County Fair Grounds18 min drive
  • Popular LocationCarleton College19 min drive
  • Popular LocationShattuck-St. Mary's School21 min drive
  • AirportMinneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud)46 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Log Home on Circle Lake - Now with Picklebll Court!

Vacation in a Gorgeous Log Home out in the Country on Beautiful Circle Lake!
We have tons of amenities, but everyone's favorite is the Lake! A close second are the Lake toys, including 2 brand-new fast Hydro-bikes ($5,000 worth) &2 paddleboards! Two log swings overlooking the Lake are amazing!

We have room for up to 10 guests in beds, in five beautiful bedrooms! Past Guests have told us we have the most comfortable beds they've ever slept in! You'll have 3,000+ square feet in the lower level, facing Circle Lake, to spread out in!

You will enter your own separate entrance on the lake-side of the house. (We live quietly upstairs, but are gone a lot travelling ourselves. Our kids are gone, and we do not have a barking dog.)

You'll have a Theater Room for watching TV & Movies! You'll have a full kitchen, with a square high-top table that seats 8, which is great for games! A Pool Table awaits to entertain you.

The sleeping rooms are separated with a walk thru a short hallway (only one step down) to the Kitchen/Dining Room/Game Room. That keeps the Sleeping rooms completely quiet, even when some are still playing games or watching TV.

SUPER CLEAN! We have amazing Cleaners who dis-infect all hard surfaces. They wipe down switch plates, stair railings, and other surfaces others might miss.

They use Melaleuca Cleaning Products, that are green & Eco-friendly cleaning products that contain NO harmful chemicals! Sol-U-Guard, Melaleuca's powerful disinfectant, has been proven to kill the Corona Virus, and thousand of other viruses & bacteria upon contact!

Come & Enjoy a Worry-Free Getaway!

Property manager

Peter Sheehan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Water park on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • 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
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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
Note from host: We love Kids & Kids love it here!

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Parties are grounds for termination.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Beautiful Log Home On Circle
Beautiful Country Log Home on Circle Lake! Faribault
Beautiful Country Log Home on Circle Lake! Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Faribault

Located in Faribault, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach. Nerstrand Big Woods State Park and Vermillion River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Faribault Family Aquatic Center and Rice County Fair Grounds. Traveling with kids? Consider Fur-Ever Wild Wolves & Woods, or check out an event or a game at Elko Speedway & Drive-in Theater. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • St. Olaf College - 16 min drive
  • Rice County Fair Grounds - 18 min drive
  • Faribault Family Aquatic Center - 18 min drive
  • Carleton College - 19 min drive
  • Shattuck-St. Mary's School - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dawn's Corner Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lodge - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Boonie's Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪L & M Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Winjum's Shady Acres Resort - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Log Home on Circle Lake - Now with Picklebll Court! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Log Home on Circle Lake - Now with Picklebll Court! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Log Home on Circle Lake - Now with Picklebll Court! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Log Home on Circle Lake - Now with Picklebll Court! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Faribault vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of St. Olaf College, Faribault Golf Club, and Northfield Historical Society. Carleton College and Northfield Arts Guild are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Far exceed our expectations
Property was amazing, much nicer than photos showed. Had so much fun playing pickle ball on a private court. Owner was very friendly. 10 of us were there for a wedding. Much much better than our hotel options. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sibling getaway
Great vacation with family. Appreciate everything there is to do here...kayaks, hydro bikes, paddleboards, fire ring, pickleball, pool, games, etc. Water was a bit scummy but maybe that was due to timing? The space is beautifully decorated, spacious, & everyone loved it here. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jo c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside Home Retreat
This was a great property for bringing family together of many ages. Lots of comfortable space, beautiful views and lake front, and so many extras from water toys to towels, blankets, kitchen utensils, outdoor lounge chairs, and a great beach area for toddlers and adults. Super responsive host and the cleanest VRBO we have stayed in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger U., Marshall

Liked: Cleanliness
Circle Lake house
Great place to stay. Well laid out with quality and thought of use taken into account. Owners were in contact daily and responsive to any needs. Good place to relax and just enjoy the view. Lake was a bit green but were still able to canoe and use water bikes. Nice beach layout and again quality items - canoe, kayaks and water bikes to use as well as life jackets, etc. Nice place for small children to play in the sand. Overall one of the best places we have stayed at.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway For Families Of All Ages
The property is clean and well maintained. The kitchen and living area is spacious and well appointed, complete with a great coffee bar. The layout is perfect because the bedrooms are separate from main living area, so early risers or night owls don’t disturb anyone’s rest. The pickle ball court is amazing! We enjoyed family pickle ball tournaments, lake activities, toasting marshmallows by the fire while watching the sun set on the lake. This private and serene property is a gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway!
My family had a wonderful time on this property. Great home, beautiful view of the lake, and everything you might need stocked at the house for you! The owners were incredibly kind and communicated very well with us! Only downfalls: We could hear footsteps upstairs when the owners were walking around, and parking is so far away from the entrance! You need to walk across their large beautiful lawn to get to the front door. They do provide wagons to use which is nice, but it was hard for us with a baby and all the luggage/baby stuff to carry things back and forth when we wanted to leave. Also our shoes would get pretty wet walking across the lawn when the sprinklers were on or had just watered the lawn. Other than that, we had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big place!
This property had plenty of space for me and my 3 girlfriends: 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It has a large kitchen and living area. We had an issue with the blender not working, but another one was brought to us right away. The only thing that bothered us was the owner walked right in after knocking before we knew who it was or us saying come in. Also, the "hidden fees" such as cleaning fee were a bit of a shocker. Other than that we had a great time and made some great memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation weekend retreat
Great for 2 families to share as our oldest graduated from a nearby college.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lillian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
We had a large group and had lots of space to be together. Sleeping arrangements were very comfortable. Loved that this property had so many amenities. The pool table provided just about as much entertainment as the view of the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kent H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hockey Dads
Stayed at property with some other dads while our sons attended hockey camp at Shattuck. House was great and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
Loved every part of our stay! Between the kayaks, canoe, hydro bikes, paddleboards, pool table, bags, basketball court, and the MANY board games, there was never a dull moment. A true home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our needs
We booked this property in 2020 for our daughter's wedding. Because of COVID, the wedding was postponed until this year 2021. Steve and Julie were great about rescheduling our stay and honoring the cost and number of days we had originally agreed to. The house was perfect for our family of 10. Plenty of sleeping and lounging area. I wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy all the amenities. If we had any area of concern, it was that there was not a walkway or lighting from the parking area to the entry on the lower level. Because the weather was inclement, they were nice enough to let us use the upper entry for arrival. They were also super tolerant of the multiple different arrival times of our kids. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leann S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Labor Day Holiday
We enjoyed the setting and the home was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eileen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
We had a wonderful time on Circle lake. The owners were great and thought of everything. So many amenities and a beautiful home. If you are looking for fun lake activities and stunning sunset views this is the place! Hoping to book again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vincent B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place, Beautiful Features
My wife and her family stayed here for a few days. We loved the open water and all the paddle boards and fun things for it, the full size basketball court!, the coffee corner and the general feel of the house. It was relaxing and very spacious for all of us to fit. Thank you for such a memorable vacation!

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Saint Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
We had a great time at this property! It was EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN. The kids enjoyed the pool table, paddling/water biking out to explore the island, watching movies, and playing lawn and board games. The adults enjoyed the beautiful views, SUPing, relaxing by the fire table with cocktails, and watching the kids have fun. All-in-all a great experience! We highly recommend this property. (*The ONLY caveat is if swimming off the dock is REQUIRED for your kiddos, you will want to check on algae bloom. Our kids are old enough that it didn't bother them not to swim but a few years ago it would have been a disappointment. Nothing the owners can control, but something to be aware of if dock-swimming is a priority for your family.)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

tammy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great getaway
Absolutely beautiful home for our family to get together and away from the constant hustle of work. We had a great time. The home is wonderful and super clean. It rained our last night, which was fine because we ended up playing a few games( of the many to choose from) and played some ping pong and pool. We were not cramped at all, there is so much space to spread out. The beach area was great. Wonderful host. Definitely a great place for family to come and refresh!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Loved the layout. Perfect for a family & friend get together! Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great getaway
Wonderful place for a family of 5 to get away. The kids could spend time fishing and playing pool, and the internet was fast enough for all 5 of us to be working, doing school work, or playing games all at the same time.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect reunion headquarters
Several family members traveling from different parts of the country descended on this property for an early thanksgiving and 90th birthday celebration. This property was perfect for gathering, socializing and sharing a meal. The unit was well maintained, our hosts were gracious and the lake view gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

D'Ann G., Mankato, KS

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and relaxing stay
We couldn’t ask for a better place to stay. Wonderful home and couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
We had a great time enjoying the property and the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint lower level of log home on Circle Lake
Steve and Julie were great to work with overall and the property and amenities were nice. There were some discrepancies between the original and updated listing descriptions and the property/experience itself but it all worked out; they addressed the discrepancies over the phone and were very kind/considerate. The beds were very nice and the family/pool room and kitchen area were great for quality family time. The lake amenities were a lot of fun, we had a great time on the water bikes and paddleboards. The deck with sitting area and grill is very nice as well. The only complaint I have is the noise above the bedroom areas is a bit much when the homeowners were up at 430am one day and 3am the next- they do provide white noise machines in each bedroom though to help with that.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

John M., Thorntown, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and well appointed
The house is very clean and pretty. It has every amenity that you can think of. The lake and yard are beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay. Steve and Julie are very accommodating and friendly. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable lake home for a family getaway!
We had THE BEST time at this lovely home! What an unforgettable experience! The hosts, Steve and Julie, were one of a kind and so accommodating. If there was something we needed they were quick to provide us with it. We came to this property with 5 children (ages 7-14) and there was so much fun to be had. Not only did the kids enjoy spending time on the lake-with the paddle boards and water bikes (that the property provided)-they also thoroughly enjoyed their time on the basketball court shooting hoops. The beds were extremely comfortable. We all enjoyed a great night of sleep. I feel like you cannot rate this property on a 5 star because it gets a 10 from us! We will DEFINITELY be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019