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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
14 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

14 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 681115 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Clear Lake, WI
  • Clear Lake Area Historical Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Apple River
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gathering families, friends, & coworkers

A large church dining hall and kitchen are just a few of the amazing gathering spaces in this facility. The Great Room, overlook, bar, large deck, and lower level lounge provide space for relaxation and fun. This is the perfect set up for family and friends, set in beautiful Western Wisconsin... just an hour from the Twin Cities or Eau Claire, WI. Reunions, retreats, weddings, and recreational gatherings recommended!
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Clear Lake Area Historical Museum. You'll find features such as a gym. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 4 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and a playground
  • Steps from Clear Lake Area Historical Museum and 8 minutes by car from Magnor Lake
Gathering families, friends, & coworkers offers its guests a fitness centre, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Bobbi Schlussler

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 14 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 12,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Gathering families, friends, & coworkers Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday
We had a great stay in Clear Lake. The house was big enough to comfortably fit our large extended family and the location was close to the everything. The beds were comfy, the kitchen was well equipped for large meals, and the gathering areas were perfect for our group. We will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family gathering
We appreciated how thought out and well equipped the property was.The kitchen was stocked with everything we could possibly need and the rooms were spacious. This property was perfect for our large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Big Family Getaway
This was an amazing property for our large family to gather together to celebrate Christmas. There was plenty of sleeping, dining and gathering space.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Huge space, perfect for our needs
Property manager was kind, communicative, and responsive to questions. Thoroughly cleaned. Tons of beds, private bedroom space, huge kitchen well stocked with equipment and dishes, and multiple large areas to hang out. We had ~35 people and there was tons of extra space. Clear Lake is a charming town, very small, with friendly locals and a grocery store in short walking distance. Just an hour from MSP airport as well. We had a wonderful time and intend to return when we come back through the region. Perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pathao V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christian Family Retreat
We were greeted by Bobbi. She was very friendly, She gave us a tour of the building and history of each room. Each bedroom had a theme which we liked. We had 42 people which the building had plenty of space for everyone to sleep and enjoy themselves. The kitchen was fully stock with pots, pan, cooking tools, crock pots, coffee machine, plates, spoons, etc. Everything you needed. They went above and beyond with supplies of towels to use for 3 days event. I've been to other VRBOs, this place provided liquid dish so we can wash dishes, hand soap, extra toilet papers, women personal hygiene's in the bathrooms, shampoo & body wash. We are very thankful to be able to experience this place. Church on the outside, but magical mansion of abundance inside. We got to do praise and worship in the main bar room which was holy spirit filled! Plenty of space to park cars. Plenty of yard space to play volleyball and activities. Would recommend to others and go back another time. I would love if there was an ice machine so we can make more ice for larger group verse the small ice cube trays.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
Beautiful facility that easily accommodated our large group.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jordan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Youth Group Trip
This location was perfect for a large group. Lots of space for everyone and a great kitchen and dining space.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large family
We are a large family group, coming from all over the country. This was an ideal place for us to be together. The large kitchen allowed us to cook together; the multiple living spaces allowed various groups to be together -- or apart. Lots of bedrooms allowed us to sleep as privately as we wanted.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeline S., damascus

Liked: Cleanliness
A fantastic second stay
This was our second time staying at the sanctuary with 12 adults and 14 kids. It was the absolute perfect space for us. Plenty of room for meals and for kids to run around. Plenty of bedrooms so we all had our own space and a great lounge area upstairs. Super close to the lake and a short drive from the Twin Cities. We look forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for large gatherings
We had a family reunion with ages ranging from 3 months to 80 years old. There was plenty of room for everyone. The kitchen was large and stocked with more cooking accessories than we could ever need. The dining area had enough tables for eating, plus extra for games and puzzles. The upper area had ample comfortable seating. The bedrooms and bathrooms were very clean. Separate shower rooms were handy with ample towels, etc. It was convenient having laundry facilities on site. Bobbi was quick to respond to any questions leading up to and during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Betsy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice layout of property.
Very nice property with great layout.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
The Sanctuary was an excellent option for my family for the reunion. We have nearby property that could not accommodate the whole famiy. Staying and cooking at the Sanctuary allowed us to enjoy days on the farm and evenings all together.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tori M., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family reunion spot
We had 25 people for our reunion from MN, CT, NJ, PA, CO, TX, and it was the perfect spot! Fun things to do nearby, plenty of bedrooms/beds, lots of space to hang out, well appointed kitchen with everything we needed. We hope to come back some time soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sanctuary was awesome
a group of old friends stayed for a weekend to play board games and reconnect. The sanctuary was the perfect match for space and sleeping arrangements. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
We loved our stay at the Sanctuary!! The location is great, close to town, the lake, and 30 minutes to the ski hill. The kitchen is well stocked and clean. The bedrooms were plentiful and comfy! Bathrooms were clean and well stocked with towels. There were tons of games and space to enjoy them in the large gathering area. Communication with the property manager was excellent. This was a perfect spot for a big family get together!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Senia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Halteman Christmas
Ww loved how much room there was for the 40 of us. There were tables to play games, put puzzles together, quiet places to nap or several seating areas to have great conversation.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for family reunion
This place is amazing. It has lots of space for multiple families. It is very clean. The kitchen has everything you will need to prepare meals for lots of people. The downstairs area is perfect for kids to gather while the adults can gather upstairs. We had a great weekend. We will be back. There are lots of steps to multiple levels so in case there are mobility issues this won't work for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for a reunion or retreat
This was a great location for our friend group to do a reunion and work remotely for a couple weeks. The lake is a 15 minute walk or 3 minute drive, there are a couple coffee shops within walking distance, and the house itself is massive. It does still look like a church and has a lot of crosses and angels, so just be prepared for that. But it was very well set up for a large group -- 2 large fridges and a freezer in the kitchen, every kitchen item you could need. Lots of dining space and comfortable spaces to hang out and watch movies. This was truly a perfect space to relax and have fun. It was clean and comfortable. Only challenge was the internet -- it was very fast but seemed to have a firewall or something that resulted in it being choppy and kicking us off regularly. We mainly handled this by pairing with our phones, so might recommend bringing a MiFi if you're working remotely. The Village Coffee Shop nearby also had very reliable internet, so we went there fairly often as well.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a great place
We had a family reunion here with 37 people. The space was awesome! Lots of spaces for all of us to gather together. The kitchen was amazing!! The manager was great and very accommodating! We would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place for Large Groups
The Sanctuary is a great spot for large gatherings!! Very clean, huge fully equipped kitchen and dining area. Plenty of space to hide away for a little alone/work time if needed. Property manager was on top of things and so helpful. Town is small and welcoming and an hour from the twin cities. Definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family vacation
Our large extended family had a lovely stay here. Fully stocked doesn't even come close to describing the kitchen. Very comfortable for a large group! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathan B., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
The beds are comfortable. The place is clean. The kitchen is well-stocked and there is a lot of fridge and freezer space, among numerous other positives. Overall, we were pleased. One thing I would point out for those who might not read the captions of all the pictures is that the Bell Tower room is a walled-off room in the corner of the dining room. For my family's purposes, we did not to use the room as a bedroom and we didn't, but I think we would have been disappointed if we needed to use it as a bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenni G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
This was a great place to host or summer family get together. A wonderful kitchen for preparing meals for our large group!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeline S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful spot for a large group
We loved our stay at The Sanctuary! It was the perfect spot for our large group, including many small children. Plenty of space for meals, play, and hanging out. We appreciated the fully stocked kitchen and laundry. We look forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ericka D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Recommended
The Santuary ended up being a great property for our family reunion. With everyone traveling from out of state, it was a risk - but it paid off. There is a ton of space, 3 areas with TVs to sit and chat or relax, large bar area, huge kitchen stocked with everything you would ever need, tons of table space (and more fold out tables if more is needed), games & puzzles & books to use stashed in various locations. For those looking for nightlife, this isn't the right place. But if for those in seach or a quiet, large, clean, well maintained location that can sleep a ton of people - this is a great option!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023