Cabin

Boathouse on the Lake

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Cozy in the wintertime, too, as it is heated by a gas fireplace & electric heat.
Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
Capacity for 2, but would be lovely for a 1-person retreat to read and rest.
FREE: You may use my kayaks for this lake, or I have also a canoe if you prefer.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Deerwood, MN
  • Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • The Lakes
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Bay Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Boathouse bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Boathouse on the Lake

*ON THE WATER. * 4.3 miles to CUYUNA BIKE TRAILS. * 2.2 miles to (2) different golf courses. PENINSULA PRIVACY. Close to HEARTLAND HOCKEY CAMP. Private apple orchard. Loons nesting on property. Close to restaurants, shops, but yet private and peaceful. GREAT swimming lake with raft and water toys. Cozy one bedroom boathouse on Hamlet Lake. Inside, a queen bed, bathroom/shower, fireplace, and air conditioning. Free Kayaks available for use on Hamlet Lake. Free wood for bonfires. 25 private acres abutting a creek on one side, hard sand bottom swimming lake on the other side.

The boathouse was built in 1946, and is right on the edge of shore. My house is not too far away, but we are not often home so you’ll have good privacy. Welcome!!!!

RoKu TV if you have a hotspot but WiFi is expected in by 6/1/23. Most guests come to a retreat like setting to relax, and I have available many recreational amenities free to use and explore ( and they do!). 26 acres of private acres, boathouse is directly on the lake, which is one of the cleanest in Crow Wing County. Plus we’re near the Cuyuna bike trails Deerwood access. My boathouse is from 1946, and grandfathered in, so some changes are not allowed, such as a bathtub or change in dimensions. There is a shower, standard sized toilet, sink vanity that was part of the boathouse before building restrictions changed a number of years ago. A mini-fridge does not have a freezer, but I have many smaller appliances such as burner/oven/microwave/fry pan/ and other amenities. I have a freezer in the garage guests can use if requested ahead of time. You may use my little gas grill or a charcoal grill. I live on a peninsula, and one side is sugar sand swim area. Wild meadow flowers and an undeveloped shoreline. The peninsula has wildflowers and is completely undeveloped, and a narrow path on the narrow peninsula. My house is on the property, but you will have peace and privacy because I’m seldom home or if I am, I’m usually inside reading a book. Come enjoy quiet lake living! Coming in 2024 WIFI.

Property manager

Sue

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not burn candles inside the boathouse. Please also do not clean fish inside boathouse or fish off dock. Thank you!

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
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 deadlock

About the area

Deerwood

Located in Deerwood, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf and The Lakes are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Crow Wing State Forest. Northern Pacific Depot and Aitkin County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting.
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Deerwood, MN

What's nearby

  • Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • The Lakes - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Bay Lake - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Farm Island Lake - 15 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Woodtick Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cuyuna Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Midway Bar - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boathouse on the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Boathouse on the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boathouse on the Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Boathouse on the Lake located?

Situated in Deerwood, this golf cabin is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf and within 6 miles (10 km) of The Lakes and Malkerson Island. Bay Lake and Bird Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 113 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

B S.

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

Great weekend

Great small place to get away with a partner at a reasonable rate!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stevie L.

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

Great getaway

Had a lovely time and the cabin was so cute! Perfect for a relaxing getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

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

Romantic get away!

We stayed for Valentine’s weekend. Nice quiet weekend together to unplug from the regular day to day.. So nice to just sit and talk turn off our devices and reconnect. We got out and snowshoed on the lake so much fun.. Great hostess, great communication, amazing amenities.. Going to stay again. Such a fun getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Relaxing and Lovely Boathouse

Great property and stay!! Great communication from the owner/manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Otto v.

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

Romantic Lake Hideaway

Our third stay at the Hamlet Lake Boathouse - relaxing, romantic, perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric Z.

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

Great place

Clean, quiet, and peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige A.

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

Cute and Cozy

Cute and cozy property. Property manager was very thoughtful and had personal home touches. Good location, close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lavina V.

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

Cabin on the Lake

Wonderful stay and property was right over the water and just a cozy comfortable cabin ...beautiful property ... will come back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Relax at the Lake

This is our second time staying here. We love the peacefulness of the place - the opportunity to kayak on the lake and the proximity to plenty to do: bike, eat, shop. We hope to come again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany S.

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

Loved this little getaway

Loved our cozy stay at the boathouse-we will definitely be back in the summer for a mountain bike trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dusty V.

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

Short get away

It was a great property for a get away right on the water. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Beautiful setting and quiet. The boat house was delightful and very well equipped. Highly recommend

Well kept and very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Serenity and Peace

You cannot ask for a more peaceful stay on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

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

Enjoyed the stay.

Very nice cabin in a quiet place. Like to visit when it little warmer next time to experience the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob F.

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

Quiet and beautiful!

The boathouse is quiet, clean and peaceful. Checking in was seamless and communication with Sue was as easy as it gets. My wife and I stayed here for our anniversary and couldn’t have asked for more! Plenty of things to do in the area or stay on the property and enjoy the kayaks, swimming or relaxing on the docks with a beverage. Will definitely be coming back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great get- a- way right on the lake. Views were fantastic. Lots of windows provided a nice breeze coming in off the lake. Lots of great movies and books provided for relaxing and viewing pleasure. Lots of restaurants nearby and the fun town of Crosby for shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

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

Absolutely serene location with phenomenal access to hiking and wildlife -

This was hands-down my favorite weekend getaway location. The boathouse is gorgeous, quaint, and perfectly appointed for a relaxing escape. The water, the proximity to Cuyuna, and even the selection of restaurants in town was all amazing. Truly an amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Weekend stay

Amazing little cabin. Very peaceful. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

matthew r.

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

Standing ovation for boathouse on Hamlet lake

The boathouse was perfect, clean, setting was outstanding. The perfect weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

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

Great Getaway

This is a peaceful, one of a kind stay. Beautiful boathouse, beautiful view, beautiful location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly Ann C.

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

A slice of Heaven

Absolutely wonderful place! Quiet, relaxing getaway on a great little lake. Spent our days kayaking and relaxing on the dock. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen I., Stillwater

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

Delightful Spot

We came for overall relaxation and the place was perfect. Clean, welcoming, well stocked. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Little getaway

It was an amazing setting, very peaceful, relaxing. Well needed R&R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent place for a little getaway

The property manager she was very welcoming to my husband and I. The view was beautiful and the cabin was cozy. It was a great place to go for a relaxing getaway for my husband and me. I would highly recommend this place to my family and friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Our week of R&R

The boathouse and property were beautiful. We had everything we needed plus a few extras like fresh raspberries and apple trees to enjoy. We visited the local bike trails, restraunts and mini golf. We did a lot of fishing and enjoyed the sights and sounds of being literally on watersededge.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sue

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Why they chose this property

Going to sleep listening to the loons, hearing lake waves, and enjoying a morning kayak before heading to the bike trails, is the best.

What makes this property unique

Free use of kayaks on Hamlet Lake. Property is on a peninsula. One side of the peninsula has glorious sunsets, lily pads, and other side of the peninsula has swimming dock, sandy and 800 feet+ shoreline.