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Sleeps groups to 12! Modern open spaces. Yoga loft. Deck. Kitchen. Peaceful.

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Bring your large group to Join Lake Acres - escape at this estate and enjoy!
The main kitchen at Joten Lake with a gas stove (for people who love to cook).
There is a TV with a DVD player and two futons that kids use to play video games
A disco ball if you feel like a dance party! Bathroom is to the back left.
This queen bedroom is on the first floor and has wonderful views of the lake.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Dalton, MN
  • Place, North Turtle Lake
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Norway Lake
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, South Turtle Lake
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Garden Level Living room

2 Single Beds

Garden Level trundle

2 Single Beds

Hay Loft Large Open Space

4 Single Beds

Yoga / Hay loft

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sleeps groups to 12! Modern open spaces. Yoga loft. Deck. Kitchen. Peaceful.

You and your group will love this private 45 acre former working farm with a large lake (non swimming) and lots of large oak trees. This property is great for family reunions and small groups. This modernized 100+ year old barn has an open floor plan and living room, yoga loft, large modern kitchen, large deck, fire pit. Guests sleep in one of three queen bedrooms or a trundle bed. The lower level has a second living room, kitchen, dining area and reading room with a futon. The upstairs former hay loft is a large open space with three twin beds (two with trundles) and a disco ball for a dance party! Enjoy the fire pit and the dark country sky and see bright stars and fire flies at night. The lake often has loons and swans and if you are a bird watcher you will see many! The land has turtles, frogs, deer, fox, wild turkey and other wildlife!

*The kitchen is fully equipped with a gas stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, pots, pans, dishes, glassware, other helpful kitchen utensils, salt, pepper, coffee filters. A gas grill is located on back deck.

* The farm at Joten Lake Acres provides bedding for all beds, towels for rental guests, hand and dish soap for sinks. We do not provide shampoo.

The laundry room is in the garden level - you'll see the stairs which lead to the basement from the main floor.

There is MUCH to do in Ottertail County including beautiful lakes, rolling hills and trees. consider bringing bikes to enjoy the MN Central Bike Trail (access in 'downtown' Dalton)! Consider swimming in one of many clean lakes and rivers. The area has local dining, bike/snowmobile trails, fishing/ice fishing, hunting, other services like massage and local artists. There is a nature center in Fergus Falls, some great local museums in Alexandra and Fergus Falls. There are swimming areas, golf courses, biking trails and many scenic byways to drive and enjoy the natural beauty of this land valued by native Americans and Vikings in times past.

Let me know if we can help you plan your trip! Sincerely, Alison

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great for kids!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed
Pick up all trash from outside or you will be accessed additional cleaning fees. Place all garbage bags in the dumpster at the entryway of driveway
If you move furniture, like the futons for doing video games in the loft, move all the furniture back to the original place.
Joten Lake has a sensitive septic system - please only throw toilet paper in it.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Frequently asked questions

Is Sleeps groups to 12! Modern open spaces. Yoga loft. Deck. Kitchen. Peaceful. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Sleeps groups to 12! Modern open spaces. Yoga loft. Deck. Kitchen. Peaceful.?

As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleeps groups to 12! Modern open spaces. Yoga loft. Deck. Kitchen. Peaceful. on 5 Apr 2026 start from AU$593, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sleeps groups to 12! Modern open spaces. Yoga loft. Deck. Kitchen. Peaceful.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sleeps groups to 12! Modern open spaces. Yoga loft. Deck. Kitchen. Peaceful.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sleeps groups to 12! Modern open spaces. Yoga loft. Deck. Kitchen. Peaceful.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sleeps groups to 12! Modern open spaces. Yoga loft. Deck. Kitchen. Peaceful. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of North Turtle Lake, Norway Lake and South Turtle Lake. Central Lakes Trail and Broken Down Dam Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

We stayed here with our bridal party over our wedding weekend and it was a wonderful place to stay! Lots of space for a big group and the facilities all worked great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family & Friends Get-Away

Check in process was a breeze. Great communication with the owners when we had questions. Everything was clean and as expected. With plenty of room for 11 people - we all slept comfortably, had plenty of room to make meals for everyone and great space to serve it all. It was a wonderful experience to be able to all eat together in one space. The important points: Great water pressure - comfortable beds - lots of hot water - great morning views on the deck for a quiet cup of Joe - funky bonfire pit - and a few bonus visitors from deer, geese and pelicans. The teens (and men) loved the sound system! And found their way to the lake where a few good sized bullheads were caught and released. Biggest hit with the group - the Harry Potter Uno card game around the kitchen table with 9 people! Family-friendly home at its finest. Highly recommend this place for a quiet picturesque place to get away from it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kellene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family group stay for local wedding

Great place for our out of town family to stay for a local wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Madeline T.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Not as great as the pictures make it look

The property lists a washing machine. We were charged $0.50 if we wanted to do a load of laundry. The owner requested the money be sent via Venmo. It lists a stereo with surround sound for entertainment. The cable for the sound system in the upstairs loft area was broken, so I could not hook up a phone to the system to play music. The disco ball did not spin. The towels in the basement level bathroom were musty/mildewy smelling and feeling. Under the chairs in the upstairs living room, there were chunks of Irish Spring soap and even a chunk of soap under the fitted sheet in one of the beds. Also, in the downstairs bedroom, along the wall and behind the bed, there was a significant amount of mouse poop. In the upstairs living room/seating area, the small couch had a broken armrest. This was not shown in the photos. The walls and trim had many holes/scratches throughout the property being repaired/patched and painted with the incorrect color paint. Overall the property is nice but not as great as the photos make it seem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2023
Future renters please know this review is from a biology lab supervisor and she wrote this like she was under a microscope looking for every imperfection which she found. She had my phone number and e-mail and never told me any of this until this posted review. This review also had zero positive comments which I think you should note. My response to her comments: I am glad to know the cord for the surround sound is not working and I have already order a new one. The disco ball has working lights but does not currently turn as it was broken by a renter. It is hard to find a person to replace a disco ball in the country but I will do when the down season happens. This is the first I heard of mouse poop downstairs. I have alerted my housekeepers and pest control team to address. We have not had any mouse problem since renting in 2017. The arm on the pretty antique love seat was broken by a renter and we have tried to fix because it is a great antique piece so we will try to fix again or we can replace it. It's an arm rest on an antique. The property is booked every night in July besides two nights. I know I have heavy towels and my housekeepers have asked for lighter towels so they dry faster. I don't think this is the same as "musty". We took some pictures off the wall in 2019 and had problems matching the grey paint in a few patches which we can try to rematch grey paint to fix. We can touch up the white trim to her liking also in the down season. Please read reviews from renters who appreciate the 360 degrees of beautiful views of the rolling country, big outdoor deck, comfortable high quality mattresses, big open fully stocked kitchen, beautiful rugs and tile flooring. Joten Lake offers a wonderful space and experience for large groups in rural Otter Tail County. There are two ways of looking at your environment - through the criticism of what you see in a microscope or through honoring the positive beauty around you. Thank you for any question you may have about staying with us - we do aim to please and believe from feedback the property delights most renters.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautifully renovated property. The views are picturesque and calming. It was ideal for reconnecting with family. It boosts a large capacity but can only really host 5 couples or fewer comfortably. It has a sizable stylish bathroom on each level but the water is minerally and smells strongly of pennies. I’m not sure if it was the hard water or the dishwater but the dishes never felt clean. Each bathroom also had a warning that the septic tank was sensitive and minimal toilet tissue should be used. It has geothermal heating and cooling which worked but made constant noise for those sleeping in the basement. It is very remote being on 45 acres of land, with a long dirt road entrance, which can make trips out for groceries or activities cumbersome and nights with so many curtainless windows spooky. The few windows with curtains were ill fitting and didn’t fully block sun. Some of the furniture is in rough shape especially one couch missing an armrest in a dangerous way. The property has a large deck across the back which was a great place to hang out but got pretty toasty when it was sunny. The upper level is big and open and the kids loved running and dancing up there even if the disco ball wouldn’t rotate. There was an issue with the keyless entry system that never got fixed but the owners had a back up figured out before our arrival. Bring bug spray or bug candles/lamps, being the only light around really drew them in. It was a lovely, secluded place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

Wonderful experience on this peaceful acreage. Watched the sunrise over the lake every morning with a cup of coffee. The upstairs loft was a bonus area with a great view. Thanks for the lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

About the host

Hosted by Alison Tomlinson

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Ms. Alison Tomlinson purchased Joten Lake Acres in 1997 and works to move the vision of Joten Lake Acres so guests of this special property can have a memorable and meaningful visit. Inspired by their family century farm we worked to put a vision of relaxation into reality with Joten Lake Acres. We love sharing this peaceful experience of Joten Lake Acre with guests of this magical property.

Why they chose this property

Escape into solitude at Joten Lake Acres and be present for yourself while on 45 acres of peaceful, natural beauty. In this converted century barn in Dalton, Minnesota, you will actually be able to focus on your favorite people and activities. Because the best events are the ones you create with people you care to share your time with, Joten Lake is the perfect place to build lasting memories with the ones you love. Host your family reunion or a friends weekend or any group is ideal for this large property.

What makes this property unique

Central Minnesota was always a special place for Native Americans so come enjoy the areas lakes and natural space for watching wild animals. Rolling hills with lots of trees and lakes make this part of Minnesota very special. If you are lucky you can attend a farm auction or enjoy the bike riding trails which double as snowmobile trains in winter including the Lake Wobegon Trail. This area is also known for fishing and hunting. Create special memories with your favorite people at Joten Lake Acres; you'll be glad you did.

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