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Bay Lake Family Cabin-RELAX on Lakeside Deck w/ Game Room, Private Dock & More

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Large deck for panoramic views of the lake
Large level yard for family games
Outdoor dining
Living area
Desk available if relaxing & working remotely. Gas stove is not operational

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Deerwood, MN
  • Place, Bay Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Maple Lake
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Loon Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet

Main Bath with Walk in Shower

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Bay Lake Family Cabin-RELAX on Lakeside Deck w/ Game Room, Private Dock & More

Enjoy your family or friend's getaway on beautiful Bay Lake in central Minnesota, near Deerwood. Please call or email with questions 815.677.0110 or email tbunga@sbcglobal.net

Relax and enjoy the outdoors with a panoramic lake view from the spacious deck that overlooks a large level yard for hours of family fun and games. A picnic table, deck chairs and a charcoal grill are provided. The yard is sprayed for mosquitos and ticks to help make enjoyable evenings on the deck or for smores around the lakeside fire pit. A private dock is provided to tie off your boat. The paved driveway has space for your boat/boat trailer parking. NO TENTS OR RVs.

Our cabin is all one level (1400 Sq Ft) with an open floor plan that has all the comforts of home. Sleeps a maximum of six guests (includes children) in two private bedrooms. A full bathroom with walk-in shower as well as a 1/2 bath. Couches are NOT pull-out sleepers. Amenities include bedding and bath towels, washer & dryer, dishwasher and a large eat in kitchen fully stocked with everything you need to enjoy family dinners; Spacious living room and sun-room porch. The garage has been converted into an All Purpose room that has a ping pong table to enjoy on rainy days. Space can also be used to store your fishing and/or boating accessories. Also, off of the all-purpose room is access to a crawl space in case of severe weather. This cabin is not air conditioned but has ceiling fans in most rooms and three portable fans are available. 50" Smart TV provides streaming only - No local channels. Sorry – No Pets or smoking allowed (inside or outside on property)!

Bay Lake is in the heart of the Brainerd lakes area and is a 2,435-acre lake filled with several bays, points and islands and is one of the top bass fishing lakes in Minnesota. Don't forget to pack your favorite lures and poles. Enjoy the public beach/sandbar area on the north side of Church Island. Take your rafts for floating and anchor your boat for the day or afternoon. A public volleyball net is also provided.

Suggestions to pack: food and drinks, storage containers to take home leftovers, laundry soap, shampoo/personal toiletries, beach towels, sunscreen, life jackets, water toys, CDs, DVDs, fishing equipment, insect spray, picnic items (napkins, paper plates, plastic silverware), charcoal and firewood.

You and your family will have a memorable and enjoyable stay in this peaceful, relaxing lakeside haven.

Near By Boat Rentals:
Bay Lake Marina (218) 678-2096 Located on Bay Lake
Ruttgers Marina (218) 678-2885 Located on Bay Lake
Pontoon Doctor (218) 256-9543 Will deliver pontoon to you
Captain Jack’s Rentals (320) 290-7625 or (320) 290-8310 Will deliver pontoon to you
Near Bike and Kayak Rentals:
PowerPaddle SUP (651) 775-8359 Located on Bay Lake - Will deliver boards to you
Cuyuna Outfitters (218) 838-1982 (Crosby)
Cykel Bike Rentals (218) 772-0177 (Ironton)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Family friendly neighborhood-Quiet hours 10pm-8am
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside or on the property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
• No late check-outs - Please be respectful of time for cleaning staff. Late departures will be charged $50/hr. • Bring all trash to bin located near fence marked Range Disposal. • Close windows
• Please run the dishwasher on “1 Hour Wash” before leaving. Do not leave dirty dishes in dishwasher, sink or sink drainer (extra cleaning fee will be charged). • Logout of TV Streaming account(s)
•Please return appliances, house, deck & yard furniture to original locations. •Please leave slept-in beds unmade & all towels in bathrooms. •Do not leave soiled towels / linens in the washer/dryer.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
*Please refrain from wearing shoes in the house. *Open Fires allowed only at fire pit. *No grilling on or near deck. *No fish cleaning in house.
2 cameras mounted outside cabin. Any defacing, dismantling or blocking of cameras is prohibited and cause for immediate eviction and loss of deposit.
Respect check-out time of 11am for housekeeping to access property and maintain no person-to-person contact. Late fee charged deducted from deposit.

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: Family friendly neighborhood-Quiet hours 10pm-8am
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Deerwood

Located in Deerwood, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The Lakes and Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf 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 Hesitation Wildlife Management Area. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Deerwood, MN

What's nearby

  • Bay Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Maple Lake - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Loon Lake - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Grand Casino Mille Lacs - 22 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Gull Lake - 42 min drive - 53.9 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bird's Nest - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Svoboda's Spotlite Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lonesome Pine Restaurant and Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay Lake Family Cabin-RELAX on Lakeside Deck w/ Game Room, Private Dock & More pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Lake Family Cabin-RELAX on Lakeside Deck w/ Game Room, Private Dock & More?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Lake Family Cabin-RELAX on Lakeside Deck w/ Game Room, Private Dock & More on 16 May 2026 start from NZ$411, 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 Bay Lake Family Cabin-RELAX on Lakeside Deck w/ Game Room, Private Dock & More?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bay Lake Family Cabin-RELAX on Lakeside Deck w/ Game Room, Private Dock & More?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay Lake Family Cabin-RELAX on Lakeside Deck w/ Game Room, Private Dock & More?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bay Lake Family Cabin-RELAX on Lakeside Deck w/ Game Room, Private Dock & More located?

This family-friendly Deerwood cabin is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bay Lake, Maple Lake and Loon Lake. Wilson Lake and Hanks Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari O.

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

Great stay on Bay Lake

Very nice, clean, comfortable cabin on Bay Lake. Large roomy kitchen, lots of area to relax inside and out! We had a great stay in this cabin with our grandaughters!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

POLLY Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was beautiful! The kitchen was well stocked. Plenty of room. Matt and Teresa answered all questions fairly quickly. I would rent again from them.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth F.

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

Peaceful, pretty place on the water

Seemless, flawless stay in a cozy, casual lake house on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very convenient lay out for our family's stay. The kids caught fish (mostly bass) off the dock, were able to swim, and they house was neat and orderly. We enjoyed our time in the front porch room, just watching the lake. Although we stayed in late July, the fans seemed efficient enough for us and not having A.C. wasn't an issue at all. Next time we hope to bring a boat to explore the restaurants on the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

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

Another wonderful stay on Bay Lake!

Wonderful cabin and lake to spend the week on! Cabin has everything you would need to feel right at home!! Fishing, boating, swimming, shopping, bonfires! Perfect week up north at Bag Lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim N.

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

Great Time at Bay Lake Cabin!

We were extremely pleased with the home and property. The owners clearly wanted their guests to have a great experience, as the cabin and outside areas were well stocked with everything we needed. They also provided excellent instructions to ensure an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina A.

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

Nice getaway

Nice house, nice lake with a good view and fishing. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

brian b.

Absolutely perfect

Stayed here for a fishing trip with my dad and two sons, and it was perfect for us. Everything went smoothly and was as represented. Thanks for letting us stay there. I would recommend staying there to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari K.

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

Summer Vacation

The cabin was exactly as stated. Clean, spacious, great view to the lake. Nice front yard and a large deck facing the lake. The fishing was also great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

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

Felt like home!

Great Cabin on lake. Loved and used the large deck and fishing dock a lot. Kitchen was well stocked just like home! We will be back!🎣🇺🇸😎🚣‍♀️
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

Quiet location.

Sun room was great. Nice lawn. Easy access for turning boat trailers around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

leon b.

Clean and well kept home

Home was just as advertised. The view of the lake was very nice. Our fishing was good. Many restaurants within a few miles. Had a very good time would recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Great Lake House

Exactly as described. A perfect lakeside home for a week of great fishing on Bay Lake. Easy check in. Nice clean house with everything you need. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duane B.

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

Very clean, the home was will equipped with everything you need.

Great location. The home sits on nice flat lot with easy access to the lake. Large parking area that could fit 4 vehicles. Large deck with nice lake view. Bay lake is a clean, clear lake. The home was set up with all our needs. I Would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great time

Great stay while visiting friends at Bay Lake! Usually stay in a resort but since resorts are not open this early opted to try the home. Really enjoyed the great open kitchen - living area. Plenty of room for the 5 of us adults. Hot showers for all! Actually had a little snow one morning. Bay Lake is always a great lake for skiing and fishing but too early. We plan to stay here later this summer to take in the lake activities. Church Island is always a neat visit at Bay Lake in the summer on Sundays.
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian C.

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

Review

Great place, and enjoyed our stay. Communication with property manager was great and allowed us to change from 4 to 6 people the week before to accommodate an additional couple one night. Provided maps and extra info that many VRBO owners do not. The only down side was that the dock was very shallow and completely filled with weeds from the top of the water down. It was so bad my motor wouldnt even work in reverse to get out. Also, we had cleaned out the entire home, and followed all directions to leave the property but one of couples had to return to get something they left behind at 11:20 and the cleaner showed up during that time so we were charged another $50 for late checkout which was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

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

Excellent rental, nice lake

The house is extremely well-appointed and the host has everything very well organized. There are notes in smart places and a binder with all the details about the home, lake, and surrounding areas. The host was very easy to reach for questions before and during our trip. All appliances worked great, the water pressure was good, and we had plenty of space in the cupboards and refrigerator/ freezer to store supplies for the week. We loved the large 4-season porch and the deck is spacious with shady areas throughout the day. The boat dock is in great shape and easily accommodated our large pontoon. There is an outlet on the yardlight that is close to the dock. The driveway was large enough for us to easily maneuver and store our boat trailer. There is a convenient table and water source for cleaning fish near the shed. Bay Lake is very clean with water clarity at least 14 feet. We enjoyed boating, swimming, tubing, and kayaking on the lake. We caught a variety of sunfish and bass of all sizes, some smaller northern pike and crappie. The lake offers many good fishing locations, even in winds with 30mph gusts. The boat traffic is higher on the weekends than during the week. The neighbors were kind and friendly. It is very convenient to boat up to Hansen's for gas and ice; the store is also walking distance and has many basic convenience items; the staff was very helpful. Garrison and Deerwood are both close and had grocery and hardware stores for the things we needed. Thank you for all of the efforts to provide a wonderful vacation location!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Z.

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

Bay Lake

Nice cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Great Little Cabin for Get-Away Week

We had a great time in this small family cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaymi D.

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

Great family cabin!

Check-in process was great. Loved the keyless entry. We brought our own boat, and it fit nicely between the two docks. Ceiling fans were great and the other 3 fans provided were beneficial. A bit weedy by the dock, so kids weren’t able to jump off the dock and swim. We took the boat out to the middle of the lake to swim. Nice flat roads for running too. I would definitely recommend this place for a nice little getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

matt h.

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

Great yard and location on the lake

Great for kids and young families
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

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

Bay Lake visit

My wife and I enjoyed our stay at Bay Lake. We have stayed at Bay Lake before so were aware of the beautiful water. The cabin was very comfortable and very well equipped in the kitchen. Cabin was very clean on our arrival. The beds were comfortable and the ceiling fans were a big plus. The dock worked fine for tying up my boat. The yard was freshly cut before our arrival. Nice paved parking area behind the house. We brought our bikes and enjoyed taking rides each day. Overall a very enjoyable visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Perfect vacation!

Our family of four had an absolute blast! We completely unplugged and relaxed and spent our days fishing, swimming, boating, kayaking, and s’mores by the campfire at night. The location and amenities made it so you did not want to leave and we rarely did. We have stayed at many rentals and this one was outfitted the best by far. The kids loved the closet full of board games and the book selection was great. The hammock was a big hit and witnessed several naps during that week. Thanks Theresa and Matt for knowing and truly embracing what cabin life I’d about and sharing it with others.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Another great experience

Very comfortable cabin. Wonderful huge and I mean huge porch and deck. Every utensil one could fathom using. Ice maker is a life saver! Very clean and just a delight to stay at. Wish the Bay Lake DNR folks would find a way to add a closer public launch site though!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judie H.

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

Nice, clean cabin

I worked with Teresa, one of the owners. She was always available for questions and made our stay very pleasant. The cabin worked wonderfully for my family. It was nice and clean. The cabin was also nicely stocked with kitchen equipment. The deck was wonderful and I enjoyed many mornings outside drinking my coffee and hearing the loons call. Highly recommend cabin.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Matt and Teresa

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Our family has enjoyed vacationing on Bay Lake since 1940 - 6 generations of memories. We have made many memories and many friends here in the area. Our Bay Lake friends have become our second family.

Why they chose this property

After spending many, many years at Woodland Beach Resort on Bay Lake, we could not pass up the opportunity to own a lake front home in 2014. We are looking forward to making many more Bay Lake memories with family and friends for years to come.

What makes this property unique

The public access boat launch is just 6 miles away. Need to rent a boat? Bay Lake Marine (located next to the public access launch) and Hansen's Sports offer affordable rentals. Church Island pontoon shuttle is available at 16257 Brighton Point Road, about a 7 mile drive. Take the pontoon shuttle to the island and enjoy outdoor church services, open to the public, held each Sunday Memorial Day - Labor Day. Shuttle starts running at 9:30am. The Brainerd Lakes area offers something for everyone: Heartland Hockey camp is just 6 miles away. Mille Lacs Lake, Minnesota’s premier Walleye factory, is a short 10-minute drive and also 16 minutes from Mille Lacs Grand Casino. A variety of golf courses, tennis courts, restaurants, movies, antique shops, amusement parks, miniature golf courses, museums, and shopping are all a short drive away. Enjoy the world class 25-mile mountain bike trails, covering 800 acres in the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area near Crosby. Other activities in the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area include scuba diving and fishing for Rainbow and Brook Trout. Into auto racing? Brainerd International Raceway is just 30 minutes away. Take a short 1 1/2-hour drive to Duluth on Lake Superior to see the large iron ore boats come in on the ship canal and tour the famous lighthouses of Two Harbors and Split Rock.

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