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Cabin 8 Retreats on Big Portage Lake: Unit A: Shared Game Room included!

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Cabin A has a large deck with great views of the lake.
Exterior
We have two cabins next door to each other.
A view from the cabin from the lake with a view of other cabins near property.
Aerial view of the neighboring cabins.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Backus, MN
  • Place, Rainy Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Portage Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gull Lake
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai

About this property

Cabin 8 Retreats on Big Portage Lake: Unit A: Shared Game Room included!

Welcome to the perfect cabin getaway! This two-bedroom, 525 square foot, cabin has all of the amenities you need to simply relax and enjoy everything that cabin life has to offer. Our cabin is directly located on Big Portage Lake in Backus, Minnesota. We are only minutes away from the Paul Bunyan State Trail and miles and miles of state land to explore. Cabin A has a large deck with wonderful views of the lake along with numerous amenities to truly make you feel at home. Our mission is to give you a carefree vacation with all the trimmings, included a shared Game Room. We work to make sure that we think of everything from kitchen utensils to lawn games. Enjoy our high speed internet, explore the Portage Chain Lakes, or just sit back and sip our provided coffee, enjoying the sights of nature.

Inquire about our additional amenities available for rent as well, including our SSV-16 Lund Fishing boat, paddle boards, kayaks, ebikes, and Bote Inflatable dock.We do have a one room bunk house for rent as well. The last few pictures feature the bunkhouse. Please note that the dock, game room and other amenities are not available from late October until May!

Below is a list of current provided amenities:

Indoor
All essential kitchen needs, including pizza pan, pots, casserole dish, bowls, mugs, etc.
Hand towels, bath towels, rags, etc.
Puzzles, games, books, coloring books, crayons, colored pencils, etc.
Coffee, Tea, Sugar, Cocoa, Salt, Pepper
Shampoo, Conditioner, and Body Wash
All pillows, sheets, linens, etc.
Extra set of chairs for indoor table (total of 4 indoors, not including screened in porch)
Electric Fireplace
Roku Television and wireless internet

Off Season Outdoor
Shovels
Sleds
Two sets of snow shoes
Additional salt if needed for ice

Summer Season Outdoor
Cornhole
Ladder Ball
Bocce Ball
Fire Pit with roasting sticks and cast iron squares
Folding Patio chairs (4)
Propane Grill
Fish House
Boat Slip
Paddle Boat (must bring/wear life jackets)
Table Tennis
Foosball
Air Hockey Table

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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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There are no jet skis allowed on Big Portage Lake.
Cabins are located in neighborhood association. Quiet hours from 11 PM to 8 AM.
Pets must be leashed at all times and pets cannot be on the beach.

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
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

Backus

Backus is home to this holiday home. Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Deep Portage Conservation Reserve and Mule Lake Wildlife Management Area.
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Backus, MN

What's nearby

  • Rainy Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Big Portage Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Northern Lights Casino - 24 min drive - 39.1 km
  • Gull Lake - 39 min drive - 61.9 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 46 min drive - 71.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Harriet Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Corner Store, Restaurant & Gun Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Willard's Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Backus American Legion - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Salty Dog Saloon & Eatery - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin 8 Retreats on Big Portage Lake: Unit A: Shared Game Room included! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Cabin 8 Retreats on Big Portage Lake: Unit A: Shared Game Room included!?

As of 2 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cabin 8 Retreats on Big Portage Lake: Unit A: Shared Game Room included! on 14 May 2026 start from NZ$308, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cabin 8 Retreats on Big Portage Lake: Unit A: Shared Game Room included!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabin 8 Retreats on Big Portage Lake: Unit A: Shared Game Room included!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin 8 Retreats on Big Portage Lake: Unit A: Shared Game Room included!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cabin 8 Retreats on Big Portage Lake: Unit A: Shared Game Room included! located?

Situated in Backus, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Big Portage Lake and Rainy Lake. Deep Portage Conservation Reserve and Fawn Lake are also within 15 minutes.

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. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

LeDora W.

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

Very clean and cozy!

Very clean and cozy. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

toni f.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Good

nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah H.

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

Peaceful

Hosts were amazing to work with and responded to any questions we had about the property or things to do in the area. The house is adorable and we enjoyed playing games and fishing in the downtime after spending our days at the High School Rodeo. Hoping we can stay again next time we are in town!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Libby M.

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

Great place for a fall getaway up north!

Just got back from a 3 day stay at this cute little cabin up north... It was fantastic for my family of 3 plus a dog for a long, relaxing, and fun MEA weekend. My 5 year old son loved the bunk beds, the place was set up for everything we needed, and the host was great with pre-arrival communication. Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

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

Great Stay on Big Portage

Property was just as advertised! Very clean, nice little cabin that was perfect for my wife and I. Host was very responsive and willing to assist with all questions. We will certainly be renting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

Was exactly how it was described, great view, great info on the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake S.

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

Great location and lots of fun!

We enjoyed our stay here. It was around an hour to Itasca state park and about 30 minutes to Walker. We went to Longville on Wednesday for turtle racing and had a blast. We enjoyed hearing loons calling while we watched the sunrise over the lake. The only issue we had was a neighbor by the boat launch yelled at us because our kids were throwing rocks in the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barby P.

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

Perfect getaway!!

We had an amazing vacation at Cabin 8 Retreats!! The property was beautiful and so clean! All of the amenities that we would have needed were provided, and the owners were so quick to respond if we needed anything or had any questions. The location was perfect with a beautiful view of the lake. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a beautiful getaway on the lake!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

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

Moondance Weekend

This was a wonderful, clean, cutely decorated cabin to rent. We had four adults and there was room for all of us. The lake has a lot of vegetation and there are no jet skis allowed but it’s very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Thought of everything…….

My family and I have just returned from an awesome weekend at this cabin. As soon as we pulled into and drove down the dirt road to the cabin we were taken in by the beauty and peacefulness of the lake, the trees and the green lawns. Upon entering the cabin, we noticed it was so clean, fully stocked and a fun brightly colored layout. Just the right size for my family of 4 adults and 2 young ones. All we really needed to bring was food and drink. Fun times were had by riding on the cool 2 seater vintage pontoon paddle boat, taking a dip on the beach just a short walk down, playing the many yard games on the open lawn while the pups watched and played, playing cards on the beautiful deck (furnished with newer no maintenance furniture) while looking at the sunset and a nice fire burning near by. We will most definitely be looking into coming back ! 5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Schroeder

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Cabin 8 Retreats is named after "Cabin 8." This was the numbered cabin where I always stayed as a child in a nearby (now closed) resort. I decided to purchase and rent out this cabin as a tribute to the memories that I have there. I want to help others build and create lasting, meaningful memories that will linger for a lifetime. Cabins are a way to escape our everyday life and leave our worries behind. It is my goal to provide that perfect getaway for you and your family.

Why they chose this property

This cabin is the perfect hybrid between a private escape and a resort experience. While there is plenty of privacy and seclusion, there are also shared resort amenities and a wonderful sense of community.

What makes this property unique

Our goal is to offer all of the little things to make your vacation absolutely perfect. A stay at Cabin 8 Retreats includes coffee, games, puzzles, yard games, grill, fireplaces, winter sleds, books, and so many other amenities. We are constantly adding new items to help your stay turn into the perfect, unforgettable experience. Please ask about anything in specific you might be wanting for your stay!

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