lake minnetonka: Safe Spots to Swim in Lake Minnetonka
- 07/11/19 07:33 AM
With the recent outbreak on Lake Minnetonka near Big Island over the 4th of July, many people are wondering if it still safe to swim in the lake? After doing some research, the Hennepin County Health Department tests and analyzes the water weekly at 31 beaches (here is the interactive map) to make sure it is safe for swimming. The Centers for Disease Control has the following recommendations for staying healthy while enjoying the beach: -Wait 24 hours to swim after a heavy rainfall. -Shower after being at the beach. -Don't mouth or swallow water. -Wash your hands thoroughly before eating and after using the bathroom. -Don't swim if (0 comments)
lake minnetonka: STRESS-FREE Boating on Lake Minnetonka!
- 07/10/19 11:43 AM
Looking to get away on the lake this summer? Lake Minnetonka is a great place to relax and get away for the day. Below is a list of several marinas where you can rent boats and pontoons for a couple hours or spend all day enjoying the lake! (here is link to all beaches on Lake Minnetonka including water quality) 1. Rockvam Boat Rentals - located in Spring Park, Rockvam is centrally located on Lake Minnetonka. It is near Lord Fletcher's Restaurant which is convenient for a meal before, after or during a day on the lake. 2. Howards Point Marina - located in (0 comments)
lake minnetonka: Living in Dog-Friendly Shorewood, MN!
- 03/28/19 08:22 AM
Shorewood, MN is an outdoor oriented community - and is very dog friendly! There is endless exploring at parks, trails and beaches in Shorewood and in nearby towns that will have your furry companions enjoying time spent with you. Here are 3 great places to spend time with your dogs in Shorewood: 1) Freeman Park - the largest park in Shorewood (just over 50 acres) has plenty of open space and trails, making this a great destination...plus it connects to the Lake Minnetonka LRT! 2) Crescent Beach - this quaint (hard to find, but worth it) beach sits in the heart of Shorewood/Tonka (0 comments)
lake minnetonka: Family Fun and Kids Activities in Excelsior
- 02/01/19 02:27 PM
The City of Excelsior is nestled along the shores of Lake Minnetonka, about 20 minutes west of downtown Minneapolis. It is a fun, family-friendly community and has activities throughout the year to enjoy with your kids! Spend a summer afternoon at The Commons Park and stop in for ice cream at Licks Unlimited or spend the 4th of July enjoying the kids parade, sandsculpture contest and fireworks over Lake Minnetonka. In September each year, stop by to participate in the annual Excelsior Apple Day, filled with live music, street dancing, food and art. At Christmas, watch the city come alive for (0 comments)
lake minnetonka: Million Dollar Homes "Sales Trends" Report for Hennepin County 2001-2010
- 01/05/11 06:47 AM
There are currently 342 Single Family Homes that are Actively for Sale with list prices over $1,000,000 in Hennepin County. How does that compare with with closed sales of the same category over the last 10 years? I think you might be surprised at the trends.... 2010 ~ 226 Homes Sold with the highest price being $5,100,000 (Originally listed at $6.25M) CDOM = 288.9 2009 ~ 212 Homes Sold with the highest price being $8,850,000 (Originally listed at $10.25M) CDOM = 297.7 2008 ~ 289 Homes Sold with the highest price being $4,500,000 (Originally listed at $4.95M) CDOM = 218.7 2007 ~ 336 Homes Sold with the highest (0 comments)