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Charming, peaceful, lakeside retreat

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A cozy cabin interior with a wooden deck, a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a dining table.
A green house with a porch, a small front yard, and a pathway leading to the door.
A serene park with tall trees and a lake.
A wooden-paneled room with a bed, dresser, and window.
A living room with a red leather sofa, a yellow patterned armchair, a fireplace, and a painting above the mantel.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
With space for 12 guests, this vacation home features 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It offers access to hiking, biking, and kayaking nearby. Enjoy the outdoor patio while exploring the local skiing nearby and golf options nearby. Attractions include Rice Lake and Mill Ave Park.

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind

    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.

  • Arcade/game room

    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.

  • Dive into adventure

    Guests love the location for its easy access to water sports.
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Brainerd, MN
  • Place, Rice Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mill Ave Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, WonderTrek Children's Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming, peaceful, lakeside retreat

Nostalgic 1930's lake cottage has 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths and sleeps 8-12 comfortably. It is nestled on 5 wooded acres and has 220 feet of westerly exposure on one of Minnesota's clearest lakes. Gilbert Lake is a premiere water-skiing and fishing lake. Because of its unique three-lakes-within-a-lake structure you are sure to find a calm place to fish or play nearly every day.

The home is conveniently located on the east shore of Gilbert Lake in Brainerd and is available to book Friday to Friday. Ir has easy access to Crosslake, Breezy Point, Nisswa, the Paul Bunyan Trail and all the activities the Brainerd Lakes area has to offer.

This cottage is beautifully decorated with wood floors through out. It also features a four seasons porch, deck, dock, outdoor fireplace, washer/dryer, central air, TV, ping-pong table and more.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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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

RENTAL RULES 1. Smoking is NOT allowed. 2. People other than those in the Guest Party (Persons renting the premises, or “Renter”) set forth above ma

Important information

You need to know

Property # 419197vb
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
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 near a water park and on a lake. Mississippi River and Crow Wing State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Northland Arboretum and WonderTrek Children's Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Paul Bunyan Land, or check out an event or a game at Brainerd International Raceway. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Brainerd, MN

What's nearby

  • Rice Lake - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mill Ave Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Lum Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • WonderTrek Children's Museum - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center - 8 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Slice On Oak - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, peaceful, lakeside retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming, peaceful, lakeside retreat?

As of 17 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming, peaceful, lakeside retreat on 16 May 2027 start from NZ$4,018, 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 Charming, peaceful, lakeside retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming, peaceful, lakeside retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, peaceful, lakeside retreat?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Charming, peaceful, lakeside retreat located?

This family-friendly Brainerd holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mississippi River, Northland Arboretum and Rice Lake. WonderTrek Children's Museum and Gregory Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Joan Mimmack

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