Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room

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A covered porch with wooden flooring, white chairs, and string lights.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large island, and a view of the lake.
A room with a large window overlooking a sunset over a body of water.
A park with trees and a pathway covered in fallen leaves.
A lakeside house with a dock, clear water, and surrounding trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to North Long Lake

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Massages in spa
  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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First Assessment, MN
  • Place, North Long Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Brainerd International Raceway
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Legacy at Cragun's
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Brainerd

Located in Brainerd, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The Pines Golf Course and Nisswa City Park 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Nisswa Family Fun Center, or check out an event or a game at Brainerd International Raceway.
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First Assessment, MN

What's nearby

  • North Long Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gull Lake - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Legacy at Cragun's - 23 min drive - 26.2 km
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 23 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gas Can Bar And Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sidetrack Bar And Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬15 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 29 October 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 10 March 2027 start from NZ$1,500, 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 Lake Hubert and Mollie Lake. Gull Lake and Hole-in-the-Day Lake 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fun place to stay with a group!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erin was VERY responsive with all questions we had about our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Great location. Kids loved the sandy beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay and relax

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Wonderful property. So many extras and lots todo for the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Family Getaway!

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!
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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easter weekend getaway

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family vacation

We enjoyed our stay very much. The house is big enough to spread out. We spent a lot of time outside by the lake which was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The two separate family rooms was a great perk. The bedroom on the 2nd level helped to separate the rest of the family from the baby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Boys weekend

Had a blast! Beach front property with a great view! Played bean bags, rented a boat, great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
We are so glad you had fun! Can’t wait to host you and your group again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was wonderful! Answered all my questions. Amenities were exactly what we needed for a large family.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter Getaway

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Memories

We had an awesome time! The lake was clear and there was a great spot for the kids to play on the beach and in the shallow water.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us. We would love to host you and your family again. Maybe a winter getaway?! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Stay!

The house is beautiful and well kept! It’s spacious and a great place to gather with friends! We had an awesome weekend! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 November 2023
We were so happy to host you and would love to have you stay with us, again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Lakeside Retreat

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

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!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Beachfront!

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Christmas!

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.
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!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easy Breezy

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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best summer vacay at the lake!!

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.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Guys fishing trip

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!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!!

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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