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Beautiful, renovated lake home on pristine Eagle Lake, Otter Tail County MN!

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Battle Lake, MN
  • Place, Eagle Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glendalough State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Splash Indoor Waterpark
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the area

Battle Lake

Located in Battle Lake, this vacation home is on a lake, a 1-minute drive from Eagle Lake and 8 minutes from Nycklemoe Wildlife Management Area. .This vacation home is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Jensen Memorial Wildlife Management Area and 5 mi (8.1 km) from Lake Christina.
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What's nearby

  • Eagle Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Glendalough State Park - 16 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Otter Tail Lake - 18 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Carlos Creek Winery - 42 min drive - 62.7 km
  • Big Splash Indoor Waterpark - 43 min drive - 66.3 km

Getting around

  • Hector Intl. Airport (FAR) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Belcher's Wharf - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪All About Life - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Melby Outpost - ‬16 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.

Beautiful, renovated lake home on pristine Eagle Lake, Otter Tail County MN!

Want a relaxing vacation on one of the clearest lakes in Minnesota? Rakow Retreat is the place for you! Eagle Lake boasts 25' clarity!

Located on the south side of Eagle Lake, this charming cabin includes all the amenities you would expect in a luxury lake-side resort. Knotty pine walls, doors, and trim as well as a beautiful stone wood burning fireplace make it the perfect place to spend time away from home. The incredible outdoor space boast 3 different decks including a one of a kind 30' x 30' deck installed above the crystal clear water of Eagle Lake.

Rakow Retreat comes fully furnished with queen-size beds in each or the 3 bedrooms. The upstairs family room includes built-in cabinetry, satellite TV, and a full-size sleeper sofa. The downstairs open floor plan includes a living room with satellite TV and custom-built fireplace, dining table for 8, as well as the fully-equipped kitchen. An outdoor charcoal grill with gas starter will make preparing meals a breeze.

The comforts of this home do not stop there-towels, bedding, as well as a full-size stacked washer and dryer round out the conveniences provided in this home.

When you are ready to venture out, the charming town of Battle Lake is only a short drive away. Enjoy the shops, restaurants, and beauty of this small Minnesota town.

This is resort-style living at it's best!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as charcoal grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 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 trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Tuesday evening place loaded garbage containers at the end of driveway at the asphalt roadside. Garbage truck makes pickup early Wednesday morning.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 and a first aid kit
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

Beautiful, renovated lake home on pristine Eagle Lake, Otter Tail County MN! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emmy L., St. Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Another amazing family vacation week spent relaxing by the lake in this wonderful cabin.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly and homelike lake home. Our fourth year in a row. Looking forward to 2026
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kati E., Anoka

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Lake Home

The house was perfect for our group! We loved the access to the lake to float and it was easy to get to town!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmy L., St. Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Another excellent summer vacation

Another summer at the is beautiful cabin and we’re already booked for next year. This place holds a very special place in our hearts.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake cabin

We had a great time. Cabin was great. Water is crystal clea
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice cabin on best lake anywhere

We had a poor start. The new cleaning hire did not do their job well at all. Owner Craig was very supportive. New steps to the deck and new deck supports were appreciated, however steps from deck to dock are very steep and handrail a little wobbly for us more mature folks. We rent a pontoon each year and it is a challenge to tie up with the current dock configuration which is first class material. They keep the cabin homey, but a few more small updates, like the great coffee maker and new gas grill would take it to a five star. We are so very greatful that the Rakows continue to share this home on the lake with those of us lucky enough to know about it. (No gratuities were given in exchange for this review). Until next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and Peaceful Stay

We thoroughly enjoyed relaxing at this beautiful lake house. The decks have amazing views and are right on the water. We used the kayaks and brought our own paddle board. The lake water is very clear, and it was calm and great for these activities. The kids enjoyed swimming, but it was a bit cold for me! We were also able to catch quite a few fish from the dock. My favorite part was drinking coffee each morning on the deck, seeing all the wildlife, and listening to the loons! The nearby town of Battle Lake had a few restaurants. Our favorite was the Boat House. We also made the 40 minute drive to Alexandria to Casey’s Amusement Park for some mini golf and go karts! After a family emergency and some misunderstanding with the cleaning crew at the beginning of our stay, the owners went above and beyond to make it right. Their communication with us was great. They even gave us many recommendations of things to do with our kids. We would be happy to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family at Eagle

Another great week on Eagle! This is our 3rd time renting. Clean, all the amenities needed for a week at the lake and great communicators!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

We really enjoyed the cabin! It was a great spot for our family to spend a week at the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing spot on Beautiful Eagle Lake

This property was amazing and perfect. It was very clean when we arrived, very organized. Dealing with Craig was very simple and he always returned messages in a timely manner and was very helpful with any questions we had. The house was large and very well taken care of. The dock was very nice as well. Only issue, which wasn’t much of an issue at all, was we rented a pontoon and there wasn’t much room to tie it up but we figured it out quite quickly. Also we used their boat ramp for my boat and that worked perfectly. It is located very close to the only boat launch on the lake. It had been about 15 years since my family has been to Eagle Lake after spending time on the lake every summer growing up and it is still as beautiful and the fishing is still as amazing as it always has been. Huge thank you to Craig and his family for giving us the opportunity to enjoy Eagle Lake again and we look forward to staying here again very soon!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emmy L., St. Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Favorite vacation spot

We had another amazing year at this spot on Eagle Lake. The cabin is always clean and has everything we need for our vacation. The hosts are kind and responsive and communicate well. We love every moment we spend here. Thanks.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well maintained cabin

Secluded two story cabin/home with all the amenities. Porches and decks all give great views of the lake. The kitchen and livingroom are well appointed and homey. Two big bath rooms with showers and tub/shower. Beds are comfortable. All appliances are quality and newer. The lake is the clearest in MN! The host is very helpful and responsive. Independant fishing guides give great experience. No beach or play area for youngsters. Boat docking space is good quality but limited. We rented a pontoon and were challenged tieing it up .This was our second year and have reserved next year. The family loves it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Eagle Lake

Beautiful cabin. View of the lake from the decks are awesome. Finally, we where on the lake to see the Northern Lights!!! Our first time staying in you cabin. Though we have vacation on Eagle Lake for many, many years. Hoping to book again and bring our son's, their spouse's and grandkids. Starting a new generation staying on Eagle Lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexander D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Perfect Stay on Eagle Lake!

This property continues to be one of lake country's VRBO gems - clean, comfy accommodations, crystal clear water, and plenty to do both around the house and in the surrounding area. Craig and Donna are responsive and very easy to communicate with. We'll hope to book again next summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sarah L.

Great summer rental

Wonderful lake property with plenty of amenities. overall it was great & we would stay again, but the property could have been a bit cleaner upon check in.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tami O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Week at the Lake

Enjoyed our time at the lake our family!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyn K., Apple Valley, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Getaway

This is a lovely peaceful home on the south side of Eagle Lake, with great summer views of sunrises and sunsets and the beautiful shades of blue in the water. The Keurig coffee maker makes a full pot or just a cup to enjoy mornings on the deck, while listening to the beautiful calls of the loons and watching fish randomly jumping up from the water’s surface. These were just a few things we loved about this home. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz and Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Eagle Lake

Eagle Lake is our favorite Minnesota lake: Incomparable clarity, beautiful Caribbean blue color, loons and other water birds, great swimming and kayaking and fishing.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous lake home

Wonderful time spent with family at this beautiful lake home. Gorgeous views, amazing decks and cozy environment!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cabin

We enjoyed our stay with our children and grandchildren! Lots of fun fishing and swimming!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liz and Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Eagle Lake 2021

This is a great location on one of the cleanest, clearest lakes in Minnesota. Excellent swimming and kayaking!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emmy L., St. Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Favorite vacation spot

This has been our 4th consecutive year staying here, and we loved every minute. The location and lake are both incredible. We had everything we needed to have a wonderful stay. We can’t wait to be back next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kari J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

We had a Wonderful stay at this lake home!! Loved that all bedrooms are upstairs and the home had every thing we needed!! Eagle Lake is the clearest lake we have ever been to!!!! It is the perfect size!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great week at the lake

We were 2 couples from out of state. The house/cabin was pristine. Was superbly stocked for cooking. Owner and property concierge answered our calls or texted promptly and follow ups each time. I’ve stayed at rentals all over the world and the thought and attention are very appreciated by travelers who arrive with just clothes. Would recommend highly and hope to return again.

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great lake

We really had a great time. Beautiful lake and house.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020