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Cozy retreat on TWO Lakes for the price of one! 4 beds 3 baths + sauna

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Nighttime winter serenity
Driveway
Winter wonderland! Fronts on Big Pine Lake..
Rear of cabin on Black Lake.
Cabin view from frozen Big Pine lake!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Aitkin, MN
  • Place, Big Pine Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Farm Island Lake
  • Place, Mille Lacs Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Finished Basement

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

First Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Guest Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Spa Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet

Upstairs Common Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy retreat on TWO Lakes for the price of one! 4 beds 3 baths + sauna

Southcastle Cabin is on a very special, coveted lot in the northeast corner of Big Pine Lake in Aitkin County, Minnesota. The lakefront property features 132 feet of waterfront access to Big Pine Lake (635-acre, 78-foot deep, with public boat launch) in the front, plus access to Black Lake (60-foot deep, private) in the back. Both lakes are fishable and have dock access for boats. Big Pine Lake offers superior water clarity and a sandy, rocky bottom while the smaller and more secluded Black Lake is ideal for boating and fishing activities. The three-acre wooded property and adjoining land provides privacy and the opportunity for local exploration.

You will feel perfectly at home in this beautifully renovated cabin with interior views of both lakes at the same time from a cozy, modern living area which includes a master bedroom with private bathroom and two guest bedrooms. Air conditioned in the summer! As a bonus, the finished basement provides plenty of recreational and sleeping space for additional guests and/or children and is listed as the fourth bedroom. You will love the added feature of a sauna in the spacious basement bathroom with walk-in shower.

Included with your stay: A Samsung 4k UHD QLED television in the living room with Roku streaming device, a Sony 1080p FHD television in the finished basement with Roku streaming device, small TV in Master Bedroom and a dedicated wireless broadband Internet connection with the fastest connection speeds available in the area (SCI Broadband, 50+ Mbps). Also a gas-fueled fireplace to warm up the living room on a cold winter night. Bring and connect your own streaming or gaming devices to the spare HDMI ports or log in to your own Netflix, Amazon, Disney+, and other digital accounts using Roku guest mode for your "at-home" entertainment experience. A rowboat, paddleboat and recreational kayaks are included with the execution of a waiver/release during the summer season.

This very special cabin is a gem any time of the year. Escape from the city bustle for a weekend, a week, or more in the historic Minnesota Lakes Area for your own Minnesota Lake Vacation!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The best lake vacation property for children
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Events

No events allowed
No large parties; small get-togethers only
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$100 flat rate/$150 for 2. Remove waste to woods.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
NO smoking in the sunroom! Outside only!!
3 motion security cams over back/front/locked room
$200 penalty for undeclared pets or guests.
Checkout time during summer season is 10am....all other seasons = 11am

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: No large parties; small get-togethers only
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Aitkin

Located in Aitkin, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mississippi River and Farm Island Lake Wildlife Management Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Northern Pacific Depot and Aitkin County Fairgrounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Aitkin, MN

What's nearby

  • Big Pine Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mille Lacs Lake - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Bay Lake - 19 min drive - 12.6 km
  • The Lakes - 22 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Grand Casino Mille Lacs - 31 min drive - 33.7 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Bird's Nest - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Joint - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Harbor Inn Sports Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy retreat on TWO Lakes for the price of one! 4 beds 3 baths + sauna pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Cozy retreat on TWO Lakes for the price of one! 4 beds 3 baths + sauna?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy retreat on TWO Lakes for the price of one! 4 beds 3 baths + sauna?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Cozy retreat on TWO Lakes for the price of one! 4 beds 3 baths + sauna located?

This family-friendly Aitkin holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Big Pine Lake, Birch Lake and Farm Island Lake. Mille Lacs Lake and Farm Island Lake Wildlife Management Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Adam Sudbury

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Southcastle Cabin is jointly owned by two generations of family. From right to left are Adam, Betty Ann, and Andrew. We have created many special memories here and love to share this beautiful location with others!

Why they chose this property

An easy and convenient less than 2 hour drive from the Twin Cities, this property is one of only two that front onto Black Lake. This unique contained environment to the rear allows for younger children's adventure activities, and can allow for skating and ice hockey in the winter. The ice fishing is terrific! Watch for the busy beavers early in the am and at dusk....large turtles abound with swans and bald eagles soaring overhead!

What makes this property unique

Our 'tween the lakes location allows for simultaneous water views both front and back! Fish from the docks or venture out in the paddleboat or rowboat located on Black Lake; private and only accessible to us and the family who owns the property on the east side. Enjoy a quiet dinner or just some relaxation time in the 3 season sunroom overlooking. There's plenty of dock access on Big Pine Lake and a public launch to allow for your own water toys. Great swimming and kayaking in crystal clear water from the shoreline or dock as well.

Languages:

English, French