Lake Cottage Guidebook

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Lake Cottage Guidebook

Local Spots

Nearest Grocer to the property & good selection.
Red Rooster Foods
465 Parker Ave W
Nearest Grocer to the property & good selection.
9 Hole Long Course that makes for an enjoyable challenge for all levels of golf.
Cokato Town & Country Club
15256 U.S. 12
9 Hole Long Course that makes for an enjoyable challenge for all levels of golf.

Food scene

Quaint coffee café that serves as the 19th hole for the Cokato Town & Country Club. Try the Italian melt - so good!
The Grounds on the Green
15256 US-12
Quaint coffee café that serves as the 19th hole for the Cokato Town & Country Club. Try the Italian melt - so good!
Elevated fare in a fun setting. Check hours before going.
9 locals recommend
Bait & Hook
525 Cokato St W
9 locals recommend
Elevated fare in a fun setting. Check hours before going.
Venture to an afternoon of wine tasting at Jomas Hill Vineyard. https://www.jomashillvineyard.com/
Jomas Hill Vineyard
67755 205th Street
Venture to an afternoon of wine tasting at Jomas Hill Vineyard. https://www.jomashillvineyard.com/
Venture to an afternoon of wine tasting at Millner Heritage Vineyard & Winery. http://www.millnerheritage.com/
14 locals recommend
Millner Heritage Vineyard & Winery
32025 MN-15
14 locals recommend
Venture to an afternoon of wine tasting at Millner Heritage Vineyard & Winery. http://www.millnerheritage.com/
Venture to an afternoon of wine tasting at Crow River Winery https://www.crowriverwinery.com/
11 locals recommend
Crow River Winery
14848 MN-7
11 locals recommend
Venture to an afternoon of wine tasting at Crow River Winery https://www.crowriverwinery.com/
Cutesy tea shop and gift giving shop.
Garden Nook Tea and Gifts
400 Parker Ave W
Cutesy tea shop and gift giving shop.

City/town information

Howard lake has a plethora of small shops and cutesy locations to explore. Great for the unexpected rainy day adventure! Try the Mocha Moose, Cattail Corner, Vintage Exchange, Howard Lake Library!
Howard Lake
Howard lake has a plethora of small shops and cutesy locations to explore. Great for the unexpected rainy day adventure! Try the Mocha Moose, Cattail Corner, Vintage Exchange, Howard Lake Library!

1/2 Day Adventures

Explore the history of Dassel, including its 'ergot' roots and how the fungus went 1940's 'viral' during the World Wars. https://dassel.com/hs/page/dassel-area-historical-society
Dassel History Center and Ergot Museum
901 1st Street
Explore the history of Dassel, including its 'ergot' roots and how the fungus went 1940's 'viral' during the World Wars. https://dassel.com/hs/page/dassel-area-historical-society
Local ski hill great for beginners and snow tubers. Summer music on the patio the 1st Wednesday of the month. https://powderridge.com/play/party-on-the-patio/
12 locals recommend
Powder Ridge
15015 93rd Ave
12 locals recommend
Local ski hill great for beginners and snow tubers. Summer music on the patio the 1st Wednesday of the month. https://powderridge.com/play/party-on-the-patio/
Local bowling alley and arcade. https://bowlingtomngarys.com/
Tom N Garys Bowling Center
130 Oak Ave N
Local bowling alley and arcade. https://bowlingtomngarys.com/
I. Louise Art hosts art classes and gallery collections. https://llouiseart.com/
651 Parker Ave W
651 Parker Avenue West
I. Louise Art hosts art classes and gallery collections. https://llouiseart.com/
Beautiful, local, stunningly crafted pottery. http://levandowskipottery.com
Levandowski Pottery
510 Parker Avenue West
Beautiful, local, stunningly crafted pottery. http://levandowskipottery.com
Handcrafted Home Decor store. https://www.simplyquimby.com/
Simply Quimby
5377 Quimby Avenue Southwest
Handcrafted Home Decor store. https://www.simplyquimby.com/

Sightseeing

Need we say more?
The Mushroom Building
521 1st Street
Need we say more?
World's Largest Twine Ball Museum
1st Street

City advice

Don't miss

Knapp Wildlife Management Area

Great area for birding and hiking near the cottage. https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/wmas/detail_report.html?id=WMA0084200
What to pack

What to Pack

Include covered shoes for any exploratory adventures. Bring dark colored, light-weight, long pants and long sleeved clothing for outdoor nighttime adventures. Remember there are many creatures and insects that may visit during your stay - don't be surprised by them!