Overview of Iconic Homes Lake Minnetonka Lake Minnetonka is one of the most desirable and exciting places to live in the state of Minnesota. With it’s scenic beauty, quiet lakeshores, and dynamic community, the amenities within the community are seemingly endless. While there are many luxurious homes that stand out on the lake’s shores, a […]

Overview of the History of Lake Minnetonka Lake Minnetonka is an integral part of each and every one of the cities that it touches. The main landmark of the western metro, it provides limitless recreational activities, supported by nearby parks, and serene hiking trails. On an average summer day, the iconic lake will be bustling […]

The city of St. Bonifacius is a smaller community located in the western metro of Minnesota. Encompassing an area of only one square mile and housing just over 2,500 residents, St. Bonifacius is a small town with a close community. Some of the biggest contributors to the community in, what the locals lovingly refer to […]

The city of St. Bonifacius, though small, features a number of local parks for its residents to enjoy. With each park offering a good range of amenities, locals have plenty of outdoor recreational options. Some of the most notable include: City Park: Located in the heart of St. Bonifacius, City Park is the largest park […]

St. Bonifacius, Minnesota has much of its history wrapped up in its neighbor city, Minnetrista. However, there is something to learn from the brief history of St. Bonifacius as well. St. Bonifacius was originally inhabited by German settlers. The city of Minnetrista, Minnesota is a land full of hills, forests, and winding lakes. The Dakota […]

St. Bonifacius public schools are located within the Waconia Public School District, also referred to as ISD 110, may not be the biggest in the area, but they are known for being one of the best quality districts. The entire district received the “Green Ribbon School” award from the U.S. Department of Education in 2014. The […]

The city of Long Lake, Minnesota is a small town west of the Twin Cities metro area. With a population of a little over 1,800 residents, Long Lake offers its residents a close-knit community that benefits from a myriad of amenities. Its close location to the nearby Lake Minnetonka communities also factors into the atmosphere […]

The city of Long Lake, Minnesota is a smaller western city in the Twin Cities metro. It features a number of parks and trails that are available to the public. It is the nice combination of active and passive outdoor recreational options that truly make Long Lake’s park system shine. Some of the most notable […]

Long Long, Minnesota was first inhabited by settlers in 1855. The group that settled the area were of Nova Scotian descent, and decided to establish the small community near the large lake known today as Lake Minnetonka. The early settlers had a unique relationship with the nearby Native american tribes of the Dakota and Chippewa […]

The city of Long Lake’s schools are located in school district 278, are a collection of schools that the locals call, “small in size, but big in achievement”. The schools are of important value to the city and the residents of Long Lake support them each year. The Orono School district has 5 public schools […]

The community in Minnetonka Beach, Minnesota is defined by its connection to Lake Minnetonka. As one of the small, lakeshore cities surrounding Lake Minnetonka, Minnetonka Beach enjoys the dynamic and active community found on the lake’s shores. While the lake is the primary social outlet for Minnetonka Beach’s residents, there are still a number of […]

The small city of Minnetonka Beach is located on the shores of Lake Minnetonka. As one of the lakeshore cities surrounding Lake Minnetonka, Minnetonka Beach holds a special reverence for the beautiful lake and the lifestyle that it offers. By far, Lake Minnetonka is the reason that residents choose to reside in the area. Lake […]

Minnetonka Beach, which is known to the locals as “The Beach” provides a rich amount of historic value to the Lake Minnetonka area. The history dates back to 1855 when the first settlers made their homes in the area. The city was not officially incorporated until 1894 however but received its title a few year earlier in […]

Minnetonka Beach Schools, located in school district 277, offer the perks that result from having a smaller community. Each child is known by name and receives the attention and support they need for success and growth. Although the schools are smaller in size, they manage to keep pace with the larger districts in the area […]

Spring Park, located in the western metro of Minnesota and part of Hennepin County, is unique in that the two longest stretches of land in the city are part of the Lake Minnetonka shoreline. The city serves as a land bridge that connects the western area of the lake, such as Mound and Minnetrista, to […]

The community in Spring Park, Minnesota is largely influenced by the surrounding Lake Minnetonka communities. As one of the members of the lakeshore cities, residents of Spring Park belong to a close-knit and active community found in and around the waters of Lake Minnetonka. While members of this vast community, residents of Spring Park also […]

The city of Spring Park, Minnesota features a number of outdoor recreational options that are available to its residents. As one of the lakeshore cities surrounding Lake Minnetonka, Spring Park prides itself in its 4.34 miles of shoreline. It is this connection to Lake Minnetonka that really showcases the outdoor amenities. In addition to the […]

Spring Park Schools, located in school district 277, offer the perks that result from having a smaller community. Each child is known by name and receives the attention and support they need for success and growth. Although the schools are smaller in size, they manage to keep pace with the larger districts in the area […]

Spring Park was mainly a tourist destination is the 1880’s. The reason it was such a popular attraction in the summer was because of the large and very beautiful Lake Minnetonka. The lake caused so much traffic in the area that the town built several hotels and inns for tourists to stay. A man by […]

Much like its neighboring cities, the city of Woodland, Minnesota is a small town with plenty of access to recreational activities, educational opportunities, great family living, and lakeside fun. It is the love for Lake Minnetonka that unites its residents together and the city greatly appreciates its affiliation with the Lake Minnetonka community. As one […]

Woodland, Minnesota is a small lakeshore city located on Lake Minnetonka. As one of the numerous cities that resides on the lake’s shores, Woodland belongs to a close-knit community that is active and shares an appreciation for the waters. Being that Woodland is almost entirely residential, the majority of the community events that residents participate […]

Located on the shores of Lake Minnetonka, Woodland, Minnesota is a very small town that enjoys a lakeshore lifestyle. One of many smaller communities located on Lake Minnetonka’s shores, Woodland features several protected wetlands within its city borders. When it comes to parks, however, residents of Woodland look to the surrounding cities for fabulous options. […]