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On Site Pontoon| Swim| Fish| Kayaks| Firepit

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A lakeside deck with chairs, a fire pit, and a wooden structure with a railing.
A wooden interior with a dining table, chairs, and large windows overlooking a body of water.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a large window with a view of a snowy landscape, a bar area with stools, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A spacious living room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a granite countertop.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Rainy Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Backus, MN
  • Place, Sanborn Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fawn Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Rainy Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

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About the area

Backus

Located in Backus, this cabin is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Deep Portage Conservation Reserve and Mule Lake Wildlife Management Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Black Bear Golf Complex. Looking to get your feet wet? Water tubing, power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Map
Backus, MN

What's nearby

  • Sanborn Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Fawn Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rainy Lake - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Northern Lights Casino - 24 min drive - 37.7 km
  • Gull Lake - 38 min drive - 60.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Dog Saloon & Eatery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Harriet Club - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Willard's Saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Backus American Legion - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pestello's On 371 - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On Site Pontoon| Swim| Fish| Kayaks| Firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at On Site Pontoon| Swim| Fish| Kayaks| Firepit?

As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at On Site Pontoon| Swim| Fish| Kayaks| Firepit on 26 November 2026 start from NZ$2,034, 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 On Site Pontoon| Swim| Fish| Kayaks| Firepit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at On Site Pontoon| Swim| Fish| Kayaks| Firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On Site Pontoon| Swim| Fish| Kayaks| Firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On Site Pontoon| Swim| Fish| Kayaks| Firepit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Sanborn Lake and Fawn Lake. Rainy Lake and Deep Portage Conservation Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 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

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lodging. Very clean .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2026
Thank you for staying with us Jason! We loved hosting you and would love to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private peaceful, quiet , and well furnished property that is maintained and cared for. lake is crystal clear and the elevation off the lake makes for great views .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2025
Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for staying at Sanborn Shores and leaving a review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Would love to stay here again

"Our stay at the vacation home was fantastic! The place was clean and well-kept, with beautiful scenery all around. The fishing was excellent, and the pontoon rental made it even more enjoyable. The staff were attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend!"
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review of your stay at our vacation home. We are delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time! Your feedback about the attentive staff is much appreciated. We are grateful for your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this property! This house is gorgeous with stunning views. Love the open concept kitchen and the bedrooms are separated in the home in which the kids sleep in one wing of the home and the master is on the other side. There’s so many options to sit outdoors and enjoy the view of the lake. It’s so calm and peaceful which is perfect if you are looking for a relaxing getaway. The pontoon was an added bonus, as I know my husband and son had a great time fishing everyday. In addition, if we ever had any questions the management company/owner were really quick to respond! I would highly recommend this property and actually have to a few family members. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home, we had an amazing time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2026
Thank you for the kind words, April! Sanborn Shores is a wonderful home and we are so glad that you and your family had such a great time! We'd love to welcome you back sometime, soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin - lovely lake view with plenty of amenities, very nice layout and well maintained/updated. Kitchen is very well stocked which we appreciated! Little things like a few k-cups; extra pillows & blankets; access to paddle boat & kayaks, were also much appreciated. There are a number of steps down to the dock area; but the decking & staircase was very sturdy & well maintained. Kids enjoyed jumping off dock and tying tubes to dock to float in lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the cabin, lake view, and amenities. We appreciate your kind words about the kitchen, extra touches, and the dock area. We're glad your family had a great time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family getaway.

It was great!!! The property was very clean. Very well supplied. Pots, pans etc. Comfortable furniture/beds. Outdoor furniture was well placed. Fully stocked with dry firewood. Lots of loons to see and hear. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the property to be well-equipped and comfortable!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at Sanborn Shores! Property is very clean and orderly, the lake is crystal clear. We had fun on the kayaks and paddle boat. We brought our Boat and fishing was good as well. Nice sitting places outside to relax and enjoy watching the eagles and loons. Godfrey’s Grocery & Bait is right down the road and has anything you need. We went to Hackensack -7-8 miles away to get adult beverages they also have a cute strip of restaurants, & ice cream shop- playground & beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review of Sanborn Shores! Thank you for choosing Sanborn Shores, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, new and well stocked cabin on a quiet lake. Fishing was great and we made good use of the kayaks. The kitchen has everything you need! Many outdoor hanging spots with beautiful lake views. By the way listing says two twin bunk beds but there is only 1 bunk bed. And the air mattress has a hole so had to keep inflating it all night. But just initial bumps for a new cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for the bunk bed and air mattress issues. We'll address these promptly. We appreciate your understanding and hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place lonely view!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an awesome family vacation. The place was well stocked with everything you need to cook. The host was super responsive when the grill wouldnt heat up the second day and was super helpful. Would book again and recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2026
Thank you Chandra! We loved hosting you and your crew!
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