About Us

The Lady of the Lake, historic Lake Minnetonka Sternwheeler

Whether your occasion is formal or informal, from corporate outings and company functions to weddings and rehearsal dinners, birthday parties and anniversary parties, we have the skills and experience to make your event run smoothly!

The Lady of the Lake offers three decks for your guest’s enjoyment, including a windowed dining area, an open-sided seating deck, and a top-level sun deck.

Comfort and Relaxation

Your guests will enjoy relaxing or strolling about the Lady of the Lake, taking in the sights of Lake Minnetonka from these varied perspectives!

The Lady of the Lake offers classic accommodations and top notch service that will have your guests remembering your event for years to come.

History and Community Involvement

Modeled on the original Lake Minnetonka luxury paddlewheeler, the Belle of Minnetonka, a 2000 passenger sternwheeler enjoyed by Minneapolis residents who came by train to summer in the lake, the Lady of the Lake was first christened as Mary Way in 1963. Fifteen years later after she was refitted with new engines she was re-christened as the Lady of the Lake. Since her first cruise on Lake Minnetonka, out of Excelsior Bay, she has played host to vacationers, Arts Festival, and Apple Festival fairgoers. She remains the only triple deck boat on Lake Minnetonka, and has the largest open air deck on the lake.