Vacation rentals with lake access in Carver County

Charming Historic Haus - Located downtown Waconia

The newly renovated, 4 bedroom (5 bed) Historic Haus offers a fully equipped kitchen, private backyard, deck, and gas grill. Built in 1898, this 126 year old home is on the Registry of Historic Places! Walking distance to the Downtown shops, restaurants, bars, brewery, movie theater, bowling alley, the Fairgrounds, & beautiful Lake Waconia! Just a short drive to 3 beautiful Wineries, Distillery, & Golf Course. Stay at the Haus for 5 or 7+ nights and you will receive a reservation discount!!!

Lake Waconia meets Hawaiian style! EV2 charger

Great lakehouse within 45 minutes of the Twin Cities. With panoramic sunrise views, this updated walkout rambler in a quiet neighborhood gently slopes to Lake Waconia for easy access to ice fishing/snowmobiling/XC. Bring your gear! Huge TV, lots of games for inside. 2 fireplaces, 4 bedrooms, 3 bath. Shop quaint stores, eat at unique restaurants, and visit wineries, breweries, and a distillery- all in a 10 minute drive. EV 2 charger. Max of 9 guests at any time without prior approval. NO EVENTS.

The Medena

Welcome to Měděna in downtown Excelsior. This luxurious Airbnb resides in a recently renovated 1857 historical landmark, known as “The Beehive”; The town's first 2-story structure. Médéna is a beautifully curated, textural space with a nod to Midcentury. Steps away from Lake Minnetonka and Excelsior Village, you can enjoy Médénas' private patio and fire pit. Then walk up the street to experience lake life at Excelsior's unique restaurants, local shops, parks, and vibrant waterfront community.

The Local's Retreat

NEW SPRING 2025! Enjoy your time at the Local's Retreat! Just an 8 minute walk from downtown Excelsior, this unique unit provides access to all that Excelsior has to offer, all while nestled in a quiet neighborhood. Enjoy this spacious, modern 2 bed, 2 bath + office home that offers all the amenities to make your stay comfortable and memorable! Brand new appliances, in-unit washer and dryer, and a dedicated office make the Local's Retreat the perfect place to spend your time while in the area!

SideDoor Guesthouse - In town -Private Entry

The Side Door Guesthouse is nestled in the charming town of Excelsior, MN, near Lake Minnetonka. The private side-door entry leads you up 15 steps to a bright and comfortable getaway. Just two blocks from downtown Excelsior, it's an easy walk to beaches, paddle board/kayak rental, bike trails, restaurants, movie theater, Excelsior brewery, coffee shops and shopping. Our family-friendly room, or couples retreat, has kitchenette, full private bath with heated floor, and ample street parking.

The Tranquil Nature Retreat at Ches Mar Homestead

Escape into natural serenity with this beautifully renovated 1-bedroom ( 3 total beds), 2-bathroom, 1,600 sqft space in Excelsior, nestled adjacent to picturesque Lake Minnewashta Park. Immerse yourself in the wonders of nature while enjoying modern comforts. Experience ultimate relaxation with a sleep number bed, rejuvenating rain showers, and bidet toilets. The fully equipped kitchen & wet bar make dining a delight. Garage parking now available upon request (must be requested at booking).

Lakeview Retreat w/sauna & more

Lake retreat awaits you! Smores at the fire pit, kayak, SUP, paddleboat, fish on quiet lake (catch/release). Bike/Hike trails in Carver Park/Lowry Nature Cntr. Grill dogs/burgers right outside your private, ground level living space w/ queen bed, living room, kitchen, bath, & sauna. Trails down hill to lake - watch sunset. Complimentary use of water toys. Summer, Spring Fall - enjoy swim, canoe, kayak, fishing in our duck boat, hike, bike. Winter snowshoe, ski, bike, hike!

Nurture Nest - Lake Hazeltine

Tranquility at it's best at the Nurture Nest. Peaceful and quiet yet centrally-located offering the feeling of a retreat yet close to everything you need. Located on Lake Hazeltine just 35 min from Minneapolis. She's tucked away by Nationally acclaimed Hazeltine Golf Course. A quiet hideaway with beautiful views, kayaking, golfing, star gazing and more. If you are looking for a solo retreat, or a get-away near the 10,000 lakes Minnesota has to offer, Nurture welcomes you!

Lake Minnetonka Getaway

This relaxing lake home is close to fabulous restaurants on the lake, quaint lake towns with shopping, bike trails, beaches, boating, fishing and only 22 minutes from downtown Minneapolis. Enjoy the fire pit with spectacular lake views. Great for couples, solo adventurers and families. Additional amenities include: 3 season screened in porch overlooking the water with 50" TV, pedal boat, beautiful 5' wide dock with swim platform and free "pac-man" video arcade game.

Cozy Lake Minnetonka Cottage by Minneapolis

Our parents built this darling 4-season cottage by hand in 1950. Lovingly preserved and recently refreshed, we now want to share our little red cottage on Lake Minnetonka with guests who want to enjoy a calm, relaxing suburban lake getaway. The cottage offers a lot, and yet because we're in a quiet neighborhood and live on the commons, the little red cottage is not a spot for parties, reunions, bigger groups, or people needing boat access.

The LUXE on Minnetonka | Private Waterfront

Experience the pinnacle of contemporary elegance at our stunning lakeside oasis. Nestled on a deep private lot on pristine Crystal Bay, surrounded by tall arborvitae privacy hedges, adding to the tranquility of the property & the feeling of having your own slice of paradise. This high-end property offers unparalleled privacy and breathtaking views, making it the perfect getaway for even the most discerning guests.

Cedar House Retreat

Amazing spacious property with Lake View! Gather your friends, or bring the whole family to this beautiful home. This retreat has a spacious open floor plan with two owner's suites, a home gym, a sauna for two, a home theater space, access to two lakes, one block from a public beach on Lake Minnewashta, and a park with a playground, tennis court, and pickle ball courts.