welcome to kapalo retreat center
The KAPALO (pronounced KAY-pah-low) lake home retreat was inspired by the spirit of nature and created for your peace of mind. Come here for a feeling of peace and relaxation, with all the comforts of home. This generous lake home was designed as a place for you and yours to get away from everything and simply regroup. It's a place to relax and commune with nature and each other, with the allure of a tranquil lake.
Setting
The KAPALO lake retreat is located on Lake Ida. This grand lake is about 4,200 acres in size, 105 feet at its deepest, with water clarity of up to a depth of 20 feet. The KAPALO site has 100 feet of lake frontage that includes a patio and dock. Plenty of sunfish beckon you to fish off the dock, or try your hand at a bigger catch, like the walleye and bass that reel anglers in for contests on Lake Ida.
Fun on the Lake doesn't stop at fishing! Enjoy swimming, kayaking and boating. Four kayaks are provided for occupants' use. Dock your own boat at KAPALO via public landing access just three blocks from the lake home. No boat? No problem! The Alexandria area offers "Fun Rentals" where you can rent personal watercraft and boats. Also, find scuba and diving equipment at the Diver's Clubhouse, complete with any lessons you need!
Besides lake activities, you have endless choices available to you throughout your stay. Contact the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce for a full listing of special event dates. The region boasts several artistic, cultural and natural attractions:
- See what the fuss is about at Sinclair Lewis' muse, Inspiration Peak State Wayside Park.
- Rent a bike or walk the paved Central Lakes State Trail, which runs 55 miles through the region.
- Learn something new at the Douglas County Historical Society & Runestone Museum before catching a show at Le Homme Dieu Theatre.
- Enjoy the colors at Lake Carlos State Park, or head down to Carlos Creek Winery for the autumn Grape Stomp Festival.
- Of course, if you'd rather just shop, the area of Alexandria will keep you busy with over 100 antique and specialty shops.
What guests are saying about KAPALO
Since KAPALO opened in 2005, this lakeside retreat has been featured in Lake and Home Magazine. But our favorite rave reviews have come from our guests, themselves:
- "I haven't slept so well in ages."
- "The sunsets are gorgeous."
- "We really enjoyed kayaking on the lake and saw loons near us and that was fantastic."