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Lake Pokegama recreational cabin with private sandy beach and diving platform.

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A wooden dock extending into calm water with a bench in the foreground.
A lakeside view with a rocky shoreline, clear water, and distant trees.
Lake
A calm lake with a dock extending into the water.
Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Pokegama Lake
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Grand Rapids, MN
  • Place, Pokegama Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pokegama Golf Course
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, The Myles Reif Center Performing Arts Center
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

1

1 Queen Bed

2

1 Double Bed

3

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Lake Pokegama recreational cabin with private sandy beach and diving platform.

Rustic open-design cabin on beautiful Lake Pokegama. Lake Pokegama is a large premier recreational lake with sandy beaches, several public islands, clear water and depths as deep as 110 feet in some areas (great for fishing). Cabin amenities are: 2 full size beds, one queen, a full size pull-out futon; 2 large decks; beautiful full view of lake; sandy, private swimming beach; two outdoor fire pits; 4 kayaks; 1 canoe, 2 stand-up paddle boards; swimming/diving platform. Property approximately 8 miles from downtown Grand Rapids, offering a wide variety of attractions, shopping and dining. There are two excellent boat-in restaurants on the lake; Zorbas specializes in pizza and the Pickled Loon offers a wide variety of entrees.
Dogs are welcome.
Diving platform has lower and higher diving board.
Room is available on dock for boat tiedown
Boat rentals are available at the local marinas (pontoon boats are very popular on this lake)..

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Max 2 dogs..no roaming..no excessive barking
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Designated area outside
Please be respectful of noise after 11p. Thank you!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1840729vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Grand Rapids

Located in Grand Rapids, this cabin is on the waterfront. Mississippi River and Bass Brook Wildlife Management Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Judy Garland Museum and The Myles Reif Center Performing Arts Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Grand Rapids, MN

What's nearby

  • Pokegama Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pokegama Golf Course - 25 min drive - 25.6 km
  • The Myles Reif Center Performing Arts Center - 26 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Wendigo Golf Course - 29 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Prairie Lake Deer Yard Wildlife Management Area - 49 min drive - 49.6 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Florio's Grill and Tavern - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Pokegama recreational cabin with private sandy beach and diving platform. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Lake Pokegama recreational cabin with private sandy beach and diving platform.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Pokegama recreational cabin with private sandy beach and diving platform.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Pokegama recreational cabin with private sandy beach and diving platform.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Pokegama recreational cabin with private sandy beach and diving platform. located?

This family-friendly Grand Rapids cabin is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Pokegama Lake and Sherry Arm Bay. Siseebakwet Lake and Rice Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the property, great for kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2026
Thank you for your rating. I hope to see you all back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Debra was great to work with. Property was clean and comfortable. Kids loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brett L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick 3 nights on Pokegama. Had a great time. Beach was great. Water was sandy. Great getaway spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2026
Thank you for your kind review Brett. It was a pleasure hosting you and your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay and enjoy the lake. The beach area was very nice and had access to paddle boards and kayaks to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2025
I really enjoyed hosting you and your family. Thank you for your positive review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Constance C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time and lovely cabin

Debbie was friendly and outgoing and shared her vast local knowledge when asked for suggestions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

emily t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Had everything we needed and was a great getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2022
Thank you Emily! I enjoyed meeting you and your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil and warm

Wonderful place to stay. Sandy beach nice clear water. Plenty of amenities in town as well. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2022
Thank you David. It was a pleasure meeting you and your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation

The location was perfect and the kids enjoyed the beach and all of the water activities. Debra was a great host. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Tracy, I really enjoyed you and your family and I’m SO glad you had a good time! Thank you for staying here.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lindsay F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant Cabin

Pleasant space to spend a couple of days away. The view was prettier than the pictures & worth the trip alone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2024
Thank you for your review Lindsay. I am sorry the weather wasn’t more accommodating. If you choose to return, I will provide a discounted rate.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corrin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin with attention to detail, host was amazing! We loved the firewood hot tub and seeing the lake otters. We really appreciated that it was a dog friendly place, and fell in love with the host dog, Olive. The beds were super comfy and the beach was well stocked with water toys. A experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2025
It was a pleasure hosting you! Would love to have you return. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy hideaway

Perfect place to take a step back, unplug and enjoy time as a family. Love that the cabin is tucked away from the hustle and bustle. The beach, swim area and lake access are top notch.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Thank you so much Brooke. I look forward to seeing you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lake Stay

We really enjoyed staying on Lake Pokegama at this traditional cabin. Debbie is a great host and very responsive. We're looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2021
Thank you Robert! Would love seeing your family back here!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin on the lake

We had a great time. Cabin was awesome and property manager was very accommodating, responsive and friendly. Fishing was also great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2020
Thank you so very much Andy. It was our pleasure host you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

The cabin was better than advertised, it was fantastic. Great swimming beach for the kids, The cabin had everything we needed, and the host was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2023
What a kind review! Thank you! I really enjoyed hosting you and your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you!!

The best family vacation ever! The cabin & lake front has everything you need. The owners are very accommodating. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Weekend

This property had everything out family of 4 needed for a relaxing weekend up North. Private beach, paddle boards, swim platform, access to a boat rental, fire pits and more! Debbie was an amazing host and ensured we had everything we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

60th Birthday

We booked the cabin to celebrate my mother in law's 60th birthday. We all had a blast swimming, fishing, and boating around Pokegama Lake. The cabin had a real up north feel to it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2024
Thank you for your kind review Kyle. I would love to have you back next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

samantha s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect MN cabin/lake getaway! Debbie is an amazing host, she had everything stocked from firewood, ice in freezer, towels, kitchen supplies, laundry, coffee, comfortable beds/blankets, extra fans, etc! I could go on and on. The views are absolutely stunning. It was so quiet and peaceful. We loved having a fire at the beach every night. Everything truly was beautiful. Would 100% come back!! Thank you Debbie!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2025
You help make hosting a joy. Thank you for your wonderful review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kittie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Vacation Getaway

We love our time up at Debbie's each year! The property is well taken care of and Debbie is very attentive to the needs of her guests. This past year they made amazing changes to the beach and added fresh sand and a couple additional water toys. Our entire family and all our friends had an incredible time paddle boarding, jumping off the platform, kayaking, and sitting lakeside listening to the loons.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2022
Thank you so much Kittie! Would love to see you again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location on Pokegama

We had a great time at this cozy, open floorplan (bedrooms are open too) cabin. The cabin was well-appointed with everything we needed for our stay. The cabin is situated in a lovely bay and fishing off the dock was so fun. We rented a pontoon from R&R and were able to tie up to their dock for the week. Communication with Debra was great and she was genuinely concerned about our needs throughout our stay. Would book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Thank you Nikki for your kind review. I would love to have you back again. Have a wonderful summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4 Annuals

Four years of annual vacation and the 5 teenagers keep asking to go back again. That says it all!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
Thank you so much Kelly. As always, I appreciate you and your family’s continued reservations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Wonderful owner- she's at the bigger house on site but she very much gives you privacy. The beach is loaded with anything you'd need, tubes, paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, chairs, fire pit, etc. And has a wonderful sandy beach. The location is super private and quiet but close to town. Pokegama lake is great for fishing, tubing skiing. Water is clear. Cabin is good, has everything you need, bedrooms don't have doors but two have curtains and that works just fine. Side room with bed has gorgeous view of the lake. Will definately be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2025
Thank you Lana for the wonderful review. I very much enjoyed hosting you and your family and look forward to seeing you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A-A-Amazing

We traveled to Grand Rapids for the weekend with our dogs. This cabin is everything we wanted and more. Not only is the cabin perfect, there is plenty of privacy which worked great for our dogs. The lake is gorgeous and there is so much to do in Grand Rapids if you need to head into town. I also need to give kudos to the host, Debbie. Of all the places we’ve stayed, Debbie had the best communication. Debbie goes above and beyond to make sure you are comfortable and your stay is enjoyable. This is one place I would visit again and again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2021
Heidi, having you and your husband here was a pleasure! Truly....really enjoyed your stay with us. Please DO come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location!!! Great Amenities, and Debra is wonderful.

We absolutely LOVED staying here! Debra was awesome from the moment we checked in. The cabin was furnished with everything you would need, even down to the soft robes! The beach is so sandy, with a lot of chairs and fire pit. There were paddle boards and kayaks that we used. We cooked steaks on the grill one night with our other family members and then just enjoyed a nice evening on the deck. The bedrooms have the curtain doors, which was fine for us. They are still totally private. The one bed is overlooking the lake with windows all around. Debra has a great coffee bar set up, with several flavors of fresh beans to grind for coffee. Any questions we had were immediately answered. And the fact this is dog friendly was perfect for us! We will for sure rent this again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2021
Thank you for the kind review! Looking forward to seeing you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharlyne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lake view! Sandy beach,clear water,nice variety of water toys,great host!

We had a very nice time. A few rainy days kept us inside so was nice to have such a variety of DVD's to choose from. Was not a huge fan of the steep hill to the lake,but still worth it. Would have been nice to have a regular drip coffee maker,as we hadn't a clue how to use what was available. I would suggest changing out the current futon,as it was extremely uncomfortable to sit on and also add an additional chair to the living room. The water line to the refrigerator leaked into the drawers and shelves, but we made due. An additional fry pan would of been nice. Other than that, I would definitely stay again! Thanks Debbie
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
Thank you for your feedback Sharlyne. We have taken your advice and made changes (and fixed the ice maker). I am glad you enjoyed your stay.

About the host

Hosted by Debbie

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i was a young child when my parents purchased land on Lake Pokegama. I am now a Great Grandmother. Every improvement has been a labor of love. Over the years, my children and grandchildren have planted trees, updated the cabin, and improved the beach. We are family. We use rental funds to continue upkeep and improvements.
With that being stated, I have loved the families that chosen to spend their vacations here. If you choose this vacation property, please write your experiences in the cabin and journal and leave feedback. I strive to make everything perfect for you.
We love pets, unfortunately, I have severe allergy to cats. Your dogs are so welcome. Please advise how many dogs you are bringing.


Why they chose this property

We do have neighbors and they are family also. Please keep noise down after 10 p as they do have two small children.

What makes this property unique

Lake Pokegama itself is a beautiful, clear sandy beach lake. This property has a sandy beach and is totally private. The diving platform is extremely popular for those that love to swim.

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