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Giants Ridge Golf/Hike/Swim/Ski- Lake Home, Sleeps 12, Sandy Lake Bottom

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Back of house. Lots of windows with lake views.
Plenty of parking!!
Exterior
Exterior
Open great room- ideal for entertaining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Calgary Chair
  • Place, Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort
  • Place, Biwabik City Park
  • Airport, Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Giants Ridge Golf/Hike/Swim/Ski- Lake Home, Sleeps 12, Sandy Lake Bottom

At a glance:
-***OUR RATES INCLUDE THE CLEANING FEE. NO EXTRA FEES!***
-built in 2013- upgrades galore including granite, stainless steel appliances, pillow-top beds
-sleeps 12 in beds- 4 bedrooms
-custom family/kid bunk room
-3 full baths
-located on Lake Sabin with sandy lake shore
-fully stocked kitchen
-2 gas fireplaces
-deck and large patio area with fire pit
-lower family room has HD 60' TV with sound bar
-HDTV with the Wii & DVD in family/kid bunk room
-HDTV's in living room and master bedroom
-Hundreds of miles of biking and hiking paths that start across the street from our home
-feel far and secluded but close enough to action
-public canoes are available at a variety of ports to use for free
-free WiFi, free long distance in US
-stocked with kids toys, books, movies
-all beds are pillow top
-bath towels provided
-10ft SHUFFLEBOARD in lower family room
-PING PONG TABLE (in garage)
-Free use of our PADDLE BOAT, 2 PADDLE BOARDS, 2 KAYAKS
-Why rent a hotel room when you can have an entire house for the same price or less! Save money and make your food at the house.

House details:
This 2800 sq. ft. home was built to entertain groups. It's located on beautiful Sabin Lake and sits directly across the lake from the top rated Legends Golf Course. Shallow water, sandy lake bottom, great for kids.

The main floor consists of the mudroom with front load washer/dryer, fully stocked kitchen (crock pot, blender, waffle maker etc), large center island and table, living room with TV and gas fireplace. The master suite has a queen bed, TV, double sinks, large shower and bathtub. The 2nd bedroom on this floor has a queen bed and is next to the bathroom that has a shower/tub.

The downstairs consists of a large family room with comfy sectional couch. A 60' TV w/ sound bar is great for watching sports and movies. There is a walk up bar area with a sink and another full size fridge with freezer so you have plenty of room for food/drinks. Bedroom 3 is on this lower level and has a queen size bed. Bedroom 4 is a custom built bunk room that has 2 twin beds over 2 full beds. There is a large full bathroom on this level with double sinks, bath/shower combo.

There is a deck off the upstairs dining area with a gas grill and sitting area. Walk down the steps to a large patio with 2 tables, chairs, fire pit and nice gradual slope to the lake.

Enjoy the use of our paddle boat, 2 paddle boards and 2 kayaks and explore beautiful Sabin Lake. Our lake shore is sandy and gradual slope so it is perfect for kids. The lake shore is the main reason we bought this lot! Fish or just hang out on the dock. We have lots of sand toys, floaties, life jackets for you to use.

There are hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails just across the street. The trails offer a dynamic path along the streams and large forested areas. The trails connect to the well known Mesabi Trail (which runs from Grand Rapids to Ely).

We paid extra attention to detail and kept the renter in mind when we designed this home. It truly is perfect for groups and we hope you love it as much as we do. Thank you for your interest in our home!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry- we are allergic.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No loud Music or "party-like" atmosphere (we've had complaints from the neighbors who live there year round).
Please bring all garbage to Garbage Area on your way out when you leave.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aurora

Located in Aurora, this holiday home is on the beach. Paul Wellstone Memorial & Historic Site and Soudan Underground Mine State Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle State Recreation Area and Vermilion Trail Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Biwabik, MN

What's nearby

  • Chamonix Chair - 9 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Calgary Chair - 10 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort - 13 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Biwabik City Park - 22 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Lake Vermilion - 54 min drive - 44.5 km

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Rudy's Bar and Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Copper Nickel Public House - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Wacootah Grille at the Quarry - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Alpine Bar - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Giants Ridge Golf/Hike/Swim/Ski- Lake Home, Sleeps 12, Sandy Lake Bottom pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Giants Ridge Golf/Hike/Swim/Ski- Lake Home, Sleeps 12, Sandy Lake Bottom?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Giants Ridge Golf/Hike/Swim/Ski- Lake Home, Sleeps 12, Sandy Lake Bottom?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Giants Ridge Golf/Hike/Swim/Ski- Lake Home, Sleeps 12, Sandy Lake Bottom located?

Nestled on the beach, this Aurora holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Calgary Chair, Sarajevo Chair and J-Bar. Helsinki Chair and Rocky Top Chair are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 185 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 185 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

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

Golf Trip

Great location and setup for our annual guys golf trip. Beds were comfortable and the house was well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

Beautiful property and lots to do!

Spent a good amount of time at the ski hill but also evenings at the house were so peaceful and cozy. Would come back and hope to soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica c.

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

Family Trip

Great place with a fantastic beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget M.

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

Family Ski Weekend

Loves our time at this cabin! It was everything we could have hoped for and more. We came with 3 families and there was plenty of space for each family, plus space for the kids and adults to all hang out together or apart. Quick drive over to giants ridge for skiing. Overlap would highly recommend this home and would rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh G.

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

Golf Trip

We had a GREAT stay at Amber's house for our Giants Ridge golf trip. Extremely clean, great location, exactly as listed on the website.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

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

Family vacation

Great house, beautiful location. Hosts were awesome.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina F.

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

Great stay in Voyageurs Retreat

We stayed here with three other families while our kids raced at Giant's Ridge. The house was very nice, clean and large enough for everyone to have a bed. The owner was friendly, great to work with and accommodating. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

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

Annual couple’s trip

5 stars on all fronts. A great place in every respect. Highly recommend it! 😎👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

October A.

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

Host was personable and great with communication

I appreciated Amber and she communicated well. The house was very nice and new. The neighborhood was "woodsy" and elegant. My employees and I had a wonderful time while there for a full day training. The downstairs was large enough for us to present many work related presentations. Wonderful time at this VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Annual family ski trip.

Great property for our group of 12. Lovely amenities in a wonderful setting. We appreciated the large spaces that accommodated us all. Comfortable beds, furniture, etc. Well stocked. Thanks for the treats and beverages upon arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie T.

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

Family Gathering

Short stay for family gathering. Clean/Comfortable house with more than enough space for 11 people. True “up-north” atmosphere. Quick response from host when we had a question. Would be a great option for anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H., Woodbury, MN

Perfect rental

Amber's cabin is designed, decorated, and equipped for all the needs of all renters. The beds are all comfortable, the kitchen is very well stocked, all the appliances are brand new, and there is most every game, lake toy, and amenity you could ask for. Wifi is fast, TVs are equipped with netflix, TVs in most all the rooms, ample movies, and lots of board games. We rented a boat for the lake and enjoyed a cruise, played golf, rented bikes for a wonderful ride, and enjoyed a couple lunches on the patio are the Quarry. Its really a nice long weekend - and would not be hard to keep yourself busy for a week or two. This is an "up north" cabin, and if you want to get away, this is a great way to do it.

10/10 Excellent

Brenda K., Novi, MI

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

Well-appointed, cozy, and spacious home!

Where do I start? I’ve stayed at over 50 VRBO properties and own a few myself. I’m hypercritical to say the least. This home is wonderful. It is cozy and warm and very well-appointed. My family stayed for 3 nights a weekend in late February, and spent a few days skiing and snow tubing. This was a wonderful home to make a big breakfast and return to at the end of a long day. We loved the spacious setting where all three families could spread out. We hope to come back to experience this property in the summer! If you are reading reviews to determine if this property is a good choice….BOOK IT NOW!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lori M., Andover, MN

Awesome Spring Break getaway for 3 families!

We just got back from a long weekend at this beautiful cabin! Absolutely perfect set up for 3 families sharing this home! Kids loved the bunk-room (which is the coolest kid spot!), the games, snow-shoeing in the lake, enjoying a winter fire and so much more! We also enjoyed Giants Ridge and went tubing and skiing. The cabin had everything you could think of and way more. Amber called to make sure we were all set, comfortable and to see if we had any questions. Before we arrived she sent us recommendations for places to go eat and suggestions for Giants Ridge. It was perfect! All 3 couples decided the first day we will have to make this an annual winter ski trip. There is so much to do and see that you can't go wrong any-time of the year. We hope to book it this summer to enjoy the lake and all the miles and miles of hiking trails. Thanks again! We had a blast!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ken a.

Summer Family Vacation

I'd have to say my family and I have not partook in many cabin rentals in the past but I think more and more after the week of staying in this cabin made us realize that this is the way to go. From the getgo, homeowners were super accomodating. It would never take them less than a day to respond to any questions I had, they offered tons of suggestions on activities or places for pontoon rentals, good places to eat. From the time we stepped foot inside this cabin it was just breathtaking. The view to the lake from inside the cabin is awesome, the amenities in this place is more than ample. There are plenty of equipments for infants, toddlers and even older kids to be occupied with. I feel like I want to be there for another week just talking about it now. We were busy doing different things everyday that we weren't even able to enjoy the nearby hiking trails. This place is perfect if you want to get away from it all and enjoy a beautiful scenic cabin but at the same time has all the modern feel to it as it is equipeed with hi-speed WIFI, air conditioning, TV with satellite. Be as outdoorsy or just relax inside as much as you want. My family and I spent 4 nights in this little slice of heaven. My only regret was that we didn't stay longer. I'd recommend staying atleast 5-7 days. Thank you again for an awesome experience this summer. Our family really needed it!

10/10 Excellent

Lane O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beautiful home was perfect for our family for the weekend of our daughter’s wedding at Giant’s Ridge. We had plenty of space for our family and having many fun toys for the kids was a big plus. The kitchen is well stocked with anything you may need. The view of the lake is spectacular, especially at sunrise. We really loved the time we were able to spend here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Kids were thrilled with the bunk room and toy closet. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We come here for our annual golf trip every year and always enjoy it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a two day golf trip at Giants Ridge. We grabbed dinner after golf on friday night in town and checked in after 8:30. Everyone thought it was a great property. We were gone for most of the day on saturday and most of the group was gone ASAP sunday morning. We'd definitely book again if we find ourselves playing the courses again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is exactly as listed. Super clean and tidy with everything you need. Communication with the owners is top-notch. We have stayed multiple times at this propertyand will be staying again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property and a better location. This was our 2nd year taking a family trip to the area and I believe we’ll be back again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony R. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another fantastic trip to Giants ridge. Beautiful home and great location. Enjoyed our campfires and fishing was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is amazing. When we arrived the house was very clean and had all the amenities described for your stay. Very good communication with the owner and management. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay and once again everything was great! The host is wonderful to work with—very responsive and accommodating. We had a fantastic trip and will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is amazing. There are so many extras provided by the host. It is one of the best places we have stayed in 15 years. The only downside was the mosquitos which could not be helped by the host. It has been a rainy season. I would stay here again. It was a beautiful hone with a lot of amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Amber Herzog

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We have 3 boys and live a few hours away in Andover, MN. We built this home with the plan to entertain and rent it to groups of friends or families. We absolutely LOVE it and hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We looked for a rental property for several years and finally found the perfect location to build in Voyageurs Retreat (located across the lake from Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort). It has the best of both worlds- golf, hiking, biking, canoeing and swimming in the summer. Downhill ski, snowboard, cross county ski, sledding and snow shoeing in the winter. There are also hundreds of miles of ATV trails and snow mobile trails just a few miles away.

What makes this property unique

Swim, boat, golf, hike/bike/walk on all the trails in the summer. Ski, snow board, sled, snow mobile in the winter. Need I say more. It's the best of both worlds. There's nothing else like it!

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