The Lodge at Lotus Lake is located 45 minutes from the Twin Cities, just across the border into Wisconsin and only 3 miles from TROLLHAUGEN ski resort.
Down the road are two wineries: Dancing Dragonfly & Deer Lake. Taylors Falls & St. Croix Falls are a 10 minute drive to enjoy paddleboat or kayak tours, antique shops, mini-golf, and more. Other attractions close by are Krooked Kreek Golf Course, Wild Mountain and Fawn-Doe-Rosa Wildlife Educational Park. Other attractions close by:
Local Attractions:
Trollhaugen Ski and Adventure Park - 3 miles
2 Wineries: Dancing Dragonfly - 5 mi; Deer Lake Winery - 8 mi
St. Croix Falls and Taylors Falls - 10 mi
Krooked Kreek golf course (public) - 7 mi
Stower Seven Lakes State Trail (x-country ski/snowshoe, bike/hike) - 1 mile
Fawn-Doe-Rosa (wildlife educational center) - 8 mi
Turtle Lake Casino - 21 mi
Osceola Rod & Gun Club - 1 mi
The Lake
Lotus Lake is 246 acres with a max depth of 15 ft. It is fine for leisurely sports such as kayaking, canoeing, or paddleboarding, and is gorgeous viewing from the cabin deck. There is a public boat launch, however the lake is not for swimming or fishing.
The Space
With 2,494 sq ft of finished cabin, your group will have plenty of space to spread out. The lodge has 4 bedrooms (1 windowless) and 2.5 bathrooms with in-floor heating on the main level, a beautifully updated kitchen including stainless steel appliances, and a large stone wood-burning fireplace at the center of the cabin. Firewood can be purchased at any nearby gas station.
The top floor includes the master, with breathtaking views out your walk-out balcony of Lotus Lake, and a large updated private bathroom. Also upstairs is a loft with extra sleeping space for the kids.
The main level showcases the gorgeous white cedar logs, with the large stone wood-burning fireplace at its center. The kitchen was recently updated including modern stainless steel appliances, and all the cooking amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Off the main level is a grand deck you can grill on while enjoying your view looking out over Lotus Lake, and stairs taking you down to the firepit. Don't overlook the expansive front porch, it is a perfect spot for morning coffee and conversation.
Downstairs you'll find a family room with PS4 set-up for the kids with movies or games after a long day skiing at Trollhaugen or canoeing down the St. Croix River. Two bedrooms with full-sized beds are on each side of the family room, as well as a full bath. A bunkroom provides overflow sleeping if needed, or a place for kids to hideout.
There is a 3 car detached garage, guests may use one of the stalls for parking.
MAXIMIUM 6 ADULTS and 10 people total. 3 vehicles max.
**PLEASE NO large groups of adults or parties, incl. bachelor/bachelorette parties. We encourage families with children, small groups of friends, or ladies' weekends. But if you are coming to party, this is not your place. Thank you for understanding!
Winter Activities
There is nothing cozier than watching the snow fall outside of a beautiful Wisconsin log cabin, sitting by a wood-burning fire with a glass of wine, gathering with friends and family after a long day skiing at Trollhaugen.
Bring your snowmobiles and enjoy the nearby state trails.
**Please note: The driveway is gravel and at an incline, which can get slippery in winter, so should have 4WD and good tires.
Summer Activities:
Trollhaugen Adventure Park & Zipline, Wild Mountain waterpark, Dancing Dragonfly & Deer Lake Wineries, Train ride in Osceola, kayak or canoe down the St. Croix River, shop antiques in St. Croix Falls, take a paddleboat ride in Taylor's Falls, or bring the kids to Fawn-Doe-Rosa wildlife educational park.
Please note that due to the proximity to the Osceola Rod & Gun Club, you may occasionally hear shooting in the distance.
