Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room
🔎Looking for a relaxing vacation by the lake? Stay at Life is Good Lodge, a spacious lakefront vacation rental that can comfortably accommodate up to 14 guests.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the lake, unwind in the large and cozy home, and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Book your stay now and experience the perfect lakefront getaway at Life is Good Lodge; set up to ensure you have an amazing time making memories.
This beautiful 🏡cabin provides all the comforts of home. Bring the whole gang to the Life Is Good Lodge on peaceful North Long Lake (over 6000 acres) in the Brainerd Lakes Area which is known for its great fishing and recreational fun.
We have 150' of private, sugar sand beach 🏖️ with a shallow water entry - perfect for kids to splash and 🏊🏻♀️ swim and a level yard with no stairs to the beach!
This colorful and fun tri-level boasts room to spread out both inside and out. Perfect for extended family and multiple families.
There’s a bunkroom for the kids and 3 other 🛏️ bedrooms. The kids can enjoy their own living space with a large flat screen 📺 TV in the 2nd living area. The home is stocked with family ♟️🎲 games, 📚books, and some toys. We have also stocked it with an additional queen-sized air mattress and bedding for additional guests.
There’s plenty of space for the whole family including two comfortable 🛋️ seating areas for games, 🎬 movies, and relaxing. There’s a fully stocked and equipped kitchen with bar seating. A gas 🔥 fireplace in the upstairs living room with amazing views of the lake, a custom wet bar with seating for 6 with an additional bar seating for 4.
The home has a 🏓 ping pong table, 🎱 pool table, foosball table, ladder ball, cornhole, and plenty of games to keep the whole family entertained.
Have fun on the lake with our 🛶 kayak or stand-up paddle board. Or, choose to relax around the 🔥 fire pit and make S’mores after a great dinner from the wood-fired 🍕pizza oven.
We have a fully stocked home ready for your use: Fully stocked kitchen Bathrooms have towels, hair dryers, shampoo, conditioner, body soap Bedrooms are stocked with linens and hangers Plenty of beach toys and outdoor furniture for relaxing
We are very close to trails for UTVs. There is plenty of level parking for 🚤 boats and ATV trailers with a circle drive in front of the cabin. You will want to bring your family and friends back to the Life Is Good Lodge for many years to come.
We are centrally located; close to everything! Take a quick trip to explore the cute towns of Nisswa, Breezy Point, Crosslake, Pequot Lakes and more! *🏌️♂️ Golfing * ⛷Skiing (Mount Ski Gull) * Snowmobile trails/ATV trails * 🥾Hiking * Zip lines * 🍽Restaurants * 🍻Breweries * 🚲Bike trails * 🏁Brainerd International Raceway * ⛳Miniature Golf * Paul Bunyan Land * 🐯Safari North Wildlife Park
👶For children, we have a pack n play portable crib, portable highchair, toddler dishes and utensils, an exersaucer, children's books, and toys, baby gate, and outlet covers. There's also a wagon, stroller, and children's life jackets.
✔We can help you make this a trip to remember. Just ask us for referrals or help setting up any of the following (these would be additional charges): - Ice fishing house rental and set up - Sauna at the house for your stay - Photographer (get those family pictures updated) - Catering/private chef - Boat rental - Bike rental - Paint and wine night at the house -Massages at the house
This is a perfect rental if you’re attending any of the great festivals/events in the area such as: Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza Lakes Area Music Festival Lakes Jam Crow Wing Viking Festival NHRA Lucas Oil Nationals Crow Wing County Fair
✅Make sure you 🧐follow our social media pages for great 🎥videos of the area and fun events 📆coming up, just search for Life Is Good Lodge Brainerd.
Important: We are committed to protecting our properties and keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations, which is why you will be asked to complete our independent verification. Please note: Before your booking begins, you will need to verify your details with us to complete your booking. You will be contacted via email and/or text to complete the verification. You will also be given the choice between paying a refundable deposit or buying a non-refundable damage waiver. We suggest you buy the damage waiver as this protects you in case you cause accidental damage during a booking.
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Property # 3430786vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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
Brainerd
Located in Brainerd, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gull Lake and Mississippi River. Travelling with kids? Consider Nisswa Family Fun Center and WonderTrek Children's Museum.
Brainerd International Raceway - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
Cragun's Legacy Courses - 20 min drive - 22.6 km
The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 24 min drive - 27.6 km
Getting around
Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Spot 371 - 9 min drive
Dunmire’s on the Lakes - 9 min drive
Boulder Tap House - 14 min drive
Sidetrack Bar And Restaurant - 11 min drive
El Tequila - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room?
As of 14 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room on 22 September 2026 start from NZ$1,442, 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 Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room located?
This Brainerd holiday home is on the beach, steps from North Long Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Gull Lake and Mollie Lake. Crystal Lake and Twin Lakes are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Place was amazing, plenty of place to sleep, nice room for ping pong and pool and to hangout as a group and a hot tub to wind down. Made an excellent bachelor party for a sober groom!
We had a wonderful time at the Life is Good Lodge! Enough space for 4 andults with 3 teens and 2 pre-teens and we enjoyed the hot tub and the outdoor brick oven!
The property was very clean and we know the water level was low from lack of rainfall, but a BEAUTIFUL place to stay! Good fishing and many things to accommodate the family!
Brenda H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
We were so happy to host you and your family! We hope to see you again.
We stayed 3 nights (all family members) and our dog and we had a fantastic trip!This rental property is great for small or larger groups.Plenty of space to relax alone or gather together.It was very clean and well supplied. We would recommend a stay here… Hope to be back in the summer months!
We stayed here over the 4th of July and had an amazing time. The beach area was perfection! A sandy beach with shallow water for all the little ones to play. And, we loved having two separate family spaces for when the days/nights got a little rainy. The property manager responded very quickly to any concerns to ensure our stay was perfect.
The owner was amazing, she was easy to get ahold of and responded almost immediately. we initially had a few missteps that she remedied and then went out of her way to make our family vacation memorable!!
Property was super easy to book and owners were great at checking in, answering any questions, and sending all the information we needed! Weather wasn't great, so we didn't get to use any of the lake stuff, but the hot tub came in handy on the cold days.
We needed a place that could meet all of our needs for a Christmas stay. This place was exactly what we were looking for; close to family, large enough to accomodate 4 couples two babies, and our family pets. It was clean, and had all the amenities you need. The host was personable, easy to contact and very quick to respond.
Theresa B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 February 2025
We are so happy you stayed with us and would love to host you again!
We enjoyed our stay very much. Plenty of space for everyone. The amenities were wonderful! We did note a few areas that needed better cleaning, such as shower tile and floor and found random garbage remnants from previous renters. However, that did not make or break our stay at all. We all had a peaceful weekend enjoying all the various things to do.
The beachfront and lake definitely make this property! The host was great at communicating. The outside of the property could be cleaned up better but overall it was a great property. The lake is sandy and the water was crystal clear!
Our family had the most fun summer vacation at #lifeisgoodlodge. The house is beautiful and fit us comfortably. They have so many amenities that keep every age busy! Everything you need from baby stuff to adult fun is provided. We hope to come back again! Erin, the host, responded very quickly to any messages and ensured our stay was the best! We are all very thankful for her hospitality and generosity.
Check-in/out was a breeze. Hosts were very responsive (w/n 10 min) when I had questions. A sandy private beach area and wonderful shallow, sand-bottom area out to the lake. When the kids weren't in the shallows they were in the large hot tub or playing pool. Plenty of open space in kitchen, dining and (2) living room spaces. Clean and neat bedrooms, lots of towels for beach and for indoors.
Excellent property for large group. Plenty of room for all. Paddle board and kayak available, well-kept beach, pet friendly. Have fire pit, outdoor pizza oven, grill. Large back yard for yard games. Dock in place for tethering. Would book here again! Also, had pool table, darts, and ping pong table that got a lot of use. Great communication with Erin also!
Rented this place for 4 nights. Lost of fishing. Water was low at the dock.....tough to get a bigger boat in.
House was clean and furnished nicely. Lots of fun activities to do inside and out.
Would defenitely go back!!
This property was just as pictured! The cabin was clean and we had everything we could need. If you are going with family and young kids it is perfect!! The lake is shallow by the cabin, not weedy or rocky and has a great beach for the kids to play. The cabin was stocked with beach toys, lake toys and baby items. We also enjoyed the addition of the hot tub. I would definitely recommend and would come back again!
Chelsey R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Erin Margerum
We are your hosts, Scottie and Erin. Scottie is a Battalion Chief at our local fire department in Carlsbad. Erin works in sales and marketing. Between us we have 3 sons, a daughter-in-law, and 3 grandsons! We live in Carlsbad, CA but are in love with the Brainerd Lakes area. We love to travel and utilize short-term rentals as our go-to for stays. We realize that where you stay plays a key part in your experience and we want to ensure that you have a 5 vacation. So, if there’s anything we can do to help you enjoy your time here, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Why they chose this property
We absolutely love the size of the lake and the feeling of remoteness yet being so close to Nisswa, Brainerd/Baxter, and all of the fun things they have to offer.
What makes this property unique
We have tried very hard to ensure that you have everything you need to have a great time and that it's stocked at the house for your stay. The house has been updated with a modern farmhouse look with a lake-ish vibe.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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