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Close To The Lake - 5th Cleanest and Clearest Lake, study by University of MN

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A cabin by a lake surrounded by trees.
A cabin with a wooden exterior, a window with blinds, and a small porch area with lights.
A log cabin with a stone foundation and a grassy yard.
A wooden dock extending into a calm lake, surrounded by dense trees and a clear sky.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden wall, a sofa, a blue armchair, a dining table with chairs, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Akeley, MN
  • Place, Eleventh Crow Wing Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Northern Lights Casino
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Itasca State Park
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Close To The Lake - 5th Cleanest and Clearest Lake, study by University of MN

Beautiful privately owned lake cabin on 800 acre lake, good walleye fishing, swimming, skiing, tubing etc. This cabin is set on a 1 acre lot which allows for a more private setting, outdoor activities, bonfires and relaxation. WiFi included! Newly renovated bathrooms - full sized bathrooms, a master bath suite and second full bath off the hallway. The kitchen has been upgraded with all of the kitchen accessories needed to stay in and cook. New beds, linens and bath and beach towels. A 60' dock with 2 boat lifts, a Kayak and a paddleboard- all included.

You will see all kinds of wildlife including eagles perched above the cabin in the white pines. The view from the living room is spectacular through 3 - 70" windows, just 25 feet from the shore.

We are perfectly located between Walker and Park Rapids that allow everything from good restaurants, antiquing, shopping, fishing excursions etc - you can enjoy a variety of experiences.

The Heartland State Trail is right around the corner and wonderful for walking and biking,. Bike rentals are available locally.

It is a quiet setting with easy access to the city of Akeley, Park Rapids and Walker, MN.

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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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
It would be great if you could start a load of laundry before leaving.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 725259vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
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

Akeley

Located in Akeley, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kabekona Wildlife Management Area and Crow Wing Chain Wildlife Management Area, while Woodtick Theatre and Paul Bunyan Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Akeley, MN

What's nearby

  • Eleventh Crow Wing Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Woodtick Theatre - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Northern Lights Casino - 18 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Itasca State Park - 34 min drive - 66.5 km
  • Itasca State Park - 46 min drive - 78.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Zappy's Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Akeley Muni - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stompin' Grounds - ‬4 min drive
  • Red River Liquor Company
  • ‪VFW - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Close To The Lake - 5th Cleanest and Clearest Lake, study by University of MN pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Close To The Lake - 5th Cleanest and Clearest Lake, study by University of MN?

As of 5 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Close To The Lake - 5th Cleanest and Clearest Lake, study by University of MN on 6 November 2026 start from NZ$2,776, 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 Close To The Lake - 5th Cleanest and Clearest Lake, study by University of MN?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Close To The Lake - 5th Cleanest and Clearest Lake, study by University of MN?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close To The Lake - 5th Cleanest and Clearest Lake, study by University of MN?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Close To The Lake - 5th Cleanest and Clearest Lake, study by University of MN located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Eleventh Crow Wing Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Woodtick Theatre and Paul Bunyan Historical Museum. Muskie Park and East Crooked Lake are also within 9 miles (15 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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marsha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! Cabin was very nice and easy to access. Eagles and loons kept us company all week. The only drawback is we love to spend time in the water and the weeds are thick here and having a boat to go into deeper water would have made a difference. Other than that we had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Penny G.

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

Family Vacation

We had a great time fishing and swimming on the lake. The cabin was very comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional location and very helpful host. There are things to do in the area, but we did not feel crowded with lots of other tourists. The cabin was well-equipped with things in the kitchen that are not consistently at hand at other rentals we have had. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was beautiful. The cabin had everything you need and more. The view from the living room was so pretty.We were very impressed with everything.I would recommend to anyone wanting a nice relaxing lake vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Clara Y.

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

Quite R&R

Great little cabin directly on the lake with a great view from inside and out. Definitely a good place for quite R&R. Check-in was easy and the owners were very quick to respond when initially we couldn't get on the wifi. Definitely recommended for a small family get away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake cabin

Well stocked as sdvertised. Could have used a boat and motor or aLift with a cover but otherwise was good
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimm C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful week. Cabin was clean and cozy as usual. We have stayed here for a few different years now and always look forward to coming back. Communication with Jon is very easy and he responds back quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimm C.

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

Up north at its best.

The week was wonderful. Weather could not have been any better. This was our 4th year staying there. Enjoy it more every time we go. Very easy to communicate with Jon. Lots of amenities. Can’t wait to go again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

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

Excellent Cabin experience, and excellent host

We had an amazing lake cabin experience. It was everything we had hoped for. We would definitely stay here again. Jon was a great host. The views of the lake with those nice big livingroom windows was perfect and the deck was perfect too. We loved the paddle boat. Such a relaxing time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Week up north

This was our first VRBO experience and we were very pleased. The cabin was very clean and accommodated the needs of our family. It was welcoming and comfortable. We enjoyed using the fire pit, the paddle boat and paddle board.The lake was quiet and peaceful. We would definitely think of coming again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimm C.

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

Another wonderful week

This is our 3rd time staying here. That in itself should say how great this place is. The cabin was clean as usual and Jon is a great host. Any questions we have, always right there to answer. Already looking forward to staying next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

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

11th Crow Wing Lake

Very nice and clean cabin that sits right on the water. Host is very helpful if you need anything at all. Beds were very comfortable and was nice to have two up to date bathrooms. We had a great week of fishing and dock was very nice. Only drawback is the truck traffic all night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gene s.

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

Fishing

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mary p.

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

Awesome !!!!

The cabin and its property were absolutely perfect. Very roomy and comfortable for us-4 adults. The yard was great for relaxing, and the fire pit was great. But the view--STUNNING!!!! We did ride side x side's...there is access to miles of trails right off the driveway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

Excellent cabin, right on the water

This cabin is very clean, and well maintained, we were very comfortable and had everything we needed. It’s bigger than it appears in the pictures, and the second bathroom is a nice addition. The dock is excellent, I didn’t care for the weeds, but that was my only dislike. There are 2 boat lifts and I loved using the paddle board (it’s a nice one). The host was incredibly helpful and friendly. We have stayed many places and this one is a great find!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

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

Nice Getaway

We stayed here for a week. We were 4 wheeling with friend, who were staying at a nearby campground. This place was extremely clean. Was nice having 2 bathrooms. The kitchen was well supplied. The only thing that I would recommend would be a crockpot and maybe a covered garbage can outside. It was extremely quiet and very peaceful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an AMAZING week! The cabin and property are beautiful and meticulously maintained. The lake is so clear it takes your breath away! We had a great time fishing. We caught all kinds of fish; large mouth bass, rock bass, walleye and loads of sunfish! We've never had a boat lift at other places we've stayed and now that may be a prerequisite! The beds were very comfortable and the cabin was extremely clean and well stocked. Jon is a wonderful host! We had great communication before and during our visit. We are looking forward to going back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARILEE D.

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

Best week ever!

Everything was perfect -- the cabin, the location, and the view of the lake. We were there to fish and relax. The walleyes were elusive, but we caught some monster large mouth bass and good-sized sunfish. We were there the week of July 4th, so also enjoyed fabulous fireworks on the lake two nights. Jon (the host) was very helpful, especially when we couldn't find the public access to launch our boat (poor DNR signage). We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

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

Immaculate comfortable lake cabin

The cabin is immaculate and comfortable, appliances all new and efficient. Everything you might need for cooking is there. Centrally located, close to Walker and Park Rapids. It’s not a secluded cabin, but Itasca State Park isn’t far away for fine hiking and biking, and the Eleventh Crow Wing lake is pleasant for kayaking. We REALLY enjoyed our week. Cabin owner is VERY responsive to questions. Thanks, Jon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARILEE D.

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

Wonderful & Relaxing

We came back for a week in July 2024 after enjoying Jon's cabin on the lake for a week in July 2023. Jon is a great host, and the cabin had everything we needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay! We brought our boat and when we weren't fishing, relaxed on the deck at the patio table with umbrella. Caught some bass, big sunfish & walleye. For those with children, swimming off the dock is probably not feasible because it was somewhat weedy if you're looking for that, but we are both in our 70's I had no plans to do that anyway. Was sorry to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Great stay

Lovely property on the lake, quiet, cabin well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

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

A week at the lake

Everything went very well from booking to checking out. It was a very clean and well kept property. It was nice to be able to use the boat lift, we were on the lake everyday, fishing and swimming. It's a very clean lake and not much boat traffic during the week
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

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

Perfect getaway

Beautiful lakeside property. We had everything we needed for a wonderful week of family time. The kitchen is fully stocked with great cookware & utensils to cook full meals. We loved the paddle boat & thought that was a great addition. We had many great adventures & hope to stay again! Thanks so much for sharing your MN lake paradise!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kimm C.

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

Another wonderful vacation

We love this property. Jon the owner is always right there to communicate with, with any concerns. Mother Nature had other plans, but we enjoyed every moment there. Looking forward to next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek R.

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

Enjoyed Our Vacation

Beautiful cabin, very clean, prefect location by the waters edge, great dock. Would stay again....
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jon Allen

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Vacationed in the area since 1980. Offering our Lake Home for the months of June, July, August and September.

Why they chose this property

Cabin close to the lake and perfect all around clean lake

What makes this property unique

Private setting, patio right off the water and the cabin and dock within steps of the lake

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