The Lake Hideaway

The Lake Hideaway is a small, design-forward stay in historic downtown White Bear Lake, Minnesota, set inside the restored Hardy Hall building.

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Historic setting with personality: The Lake Hideaway is located in Hardy Hall (est. 1889), and the spaces lean into that heritage with an art deco-inspired look and thoughtful, locally rooted details.

Apartment-style comfort: Stays are set up like full rental units rather than traditional hotel rooms, which can feel more private and “live-in” for weekend trips or longer visits.

In-room amenities for downtime: The garden-level unit is described with a cozy great room featuring a sectional, smart TV, fireplace, and a stocked game cabinet with crafts—nice for evenings in after the lake.

Work-friendly setup: If you’re mixing travel with remote work, the garden-level space includes fast Wi‑Fi, a dedicated workspace, and even an ethernet hardwire option.

Walkable downtown location: You’re steps from popular dining and drinks spots like Washington Square, Brickhouse, and Big Wood Brewery, plus close to Lake Ave and the Mark Sather walking/biking trail for easy lakefront time.

Self check-in convenience: At least one unit offers self check-in via smart lock, which can make late arrivals and flexible plans easier.

Lower-level light and stairs: The garden-level unit sits on Hardy Hall’s lowest level and requires going down stairs, which may not suit guests who want lots of natural light or step-free access.

Downtown activity: Being in the center of White Bear Lake can mean more street and business activity nearby, especially on busier weekends.

Pros	Cons
Historic Hardy Hall setting with art deco flair	Garden-level unit involves stairs and basement-level placement
Walkable to dining plus Lake Ave and Mark Sather trail	Central location may bring some neighborhood noise
Strong in-unit comfort features and work-friendly Wi‑Fi	More “rental unit” feel than full-service lodging

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