This Unique Minnesota Rental Lets You Stay on a Private Island

So, you know how Airbnb and VRBO lets you choose between a room, a guesthouse, or the entire place? Well, we’ve officially found the next level - an entire island.

That’s not even a real rental category (yet), but it totally should be. Because this place? It’s unreal. Can’t say I’ve ever rented an entire island before, but after seeing this one, I most definitely want to.

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Meet Lone Tree Island on Prior Lake, a dreamy Minnesota vacation rental where you can trade traffic noise for lapping waves and the sound of loons. This isn’t your typical lakeside cabin - it’s a fully renovated, three-bedroom island home that you’ll need a boat to reach. Yes, your vacation starts with a lake cruise.

The house itself has everything you need for a cozy escape - a bright kitchen, big dining table, and bedrooms that all show off those 360-degree lake views (yes, please). And don't worry, you don't have to completely unplug. There's Wi-Fi, so you can casually post those “on my own island” selfies.

Meanwhile, outside is pure magic. It’s like your own private playground with three docks, a fire pit, paddleboards, kayaks, and even a fabulous weed-free beach. Whether you’re roasting marshmallows, floating under the stars, playing sand volleyball, or just sitting still long enough to remember what quiet sounds like, this is Minnesota lake life at its absolute peak.

Sadly, but not surprisingly, this place seems to booked for quite a ways into the future. To check it out and get more info, head to the VRBO listing.

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