Located on Cove Bay, this Onamia vacation rental is perfect for families or groups of friends looking for a relaxing week on the lake! This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom cabin offers a wood-burning fireplace, a gas grill, and a private patio for dining and entertaining. Use the home’s private dock to spend the day boating and fishing, or take an 8-mile drive to go hiking at Millie Lacs Kathio State Park! After your adventures, return home to roast s’mores by the fire pit. Your lakeside paradise awaits!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Direct Lake Access | Gas Grill | Boat Trailer Parking Allowed On-Site
This updated retreat is the ideal home base for lake-loving groups looking to relax effortlessly near tons of outdoor adventure.
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bunk Bed
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private dock (can accommodate 26 ft boat), furnished patio w/ dining area, private yard w/ wood-burning fire pit, beach towels INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ 200+ channels through Fubo TV, wood-burning fireplace, dining table, ceiling fans, updated decor KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics & spices, drip coffee maker, knife set, dishware & flatware GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens & towels, washer & dryer, keyless entry, central air conditioning, trash bags & paper towels, hangers, hair dryer FAQ: 1 step required for access, 2 exterior security cameras (facing front of home & dock), specific boat requirements PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), no street parking
-- THE LOCATION --
LAKE ACTIVITIES: Cove Bay - Mille Lacs Lake (on-site), Cove Bay Mille Lac’s Lake Boat Launch (1.5 miles), Onamia Lake (7.0 miles), Randy’s Rentals on Mille Lacs Lake (7.4 miles), Your Boat Club Mille Lacs Lake (7.9 miles), Shakopee Lake (10.7 miles), Ogechie Lake (11.5 miles) THINGS TO SEE & DO: Kathio Observation Tower (9.2 miles), Mille Lacs Indian Museum & Trading Post (11.0 miles), Grand Casino Mille Lacs (12.8 miles) GET OUTSIDE: Father Hennepin State Park (8.0 miles), Mille Lacs Kathio State Park (8.5 miles), Mille Lacs State Wildlife Management Area (15.7 miles), Solana State Forest (34.8 miles), Mount Ski Gull (59.5 miles), Wild Mountain (83.1 miles) WINE & DINE: BayView Bar & Grill (0.6 miles), Farm Market Cafe (5.9 miles), Cedarwood Family Restaurant (6.2 miles), DeCorsa Vineyard & Farm Winery (9.7 miles), Da Boathouse Restaurant and Bar (11.4 miles) AIRPORTS: Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (42.4 miles), Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (105 miles), Duluth International Airport (111 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located on the side of the garage facing the front of the house, and 1 camera is on the tree near the lake shoreline facing the dock. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras actively record video and sound while guests are outside of the residence - NOTE: The property’s dock can accommodate a 26-foot boat. If you plan on bringing a boat, please be aware that it needs to have fenders, bumpers, ropes, and an anchor or augured post to act as a counterweight - NOTE: The dock goes in the water in mid-May and comes out of the water in late September all dependent on weather and schedule - NOTE: The grill is also put away for the winter
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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 first aid kit
About the area
Onamia
Located in Onamia, this cabin is on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mille Lacs Indian Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Onamia Lake Wildlife Management Area and Mille Lacs Kathio State Park. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
Onamia Lake Wildlife Management Area - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
Lake Onamia - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
Wahkon City Hall - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
Mille Lacs Kathio State Park - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
Getting around
Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Cedarwood Family Restaurant - 10 min drive
Mugg's of Mille Lacs - 8 min drive
BayView Bar & Grill - 9 min walk
Onamia Veteran's Club - 6 min drive
Taco John's - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront Onamia Retreat w/ Dock & Fire Pit! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Onamia Retreat w/ Dock & Fire Pit!?
As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Onamia Retreat w/ Dock & Fire Pit! on 3 August 2026 start from NZ$358, 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 Waterfront Onamia Retreat w/ Dock & Fire Pit!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront Onamia Retreat w/ Dock & Fire Pit!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront Onamia Retreat w/ Dock & Fire Pit!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront Onamia Retreat w/ Dock & Fire Pit! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Mille Lacs Lake and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from South Harbor Town Hall. Onamia Lake Wildlife Management Area and Lake Onamia are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Glad to find this place. It was perfect central MN location for us to call home while up for a celebration of life for my father. Loved the house layout with the firepit and easy access to lake via the dock. Also the wide driveway to get three cars & a boat trailer was greatly appreciated. Would stay again. Thank you Tyler!
this is a cute lake house that well decorated. It was also very clean and well stocked. Location is great and close to many attractions and primary boat rental locations. Highly recommend it
The home was perfect for our family getaway. The location was good. Nice quiet area to go for daily walks. Fishing was good. Overall a wonderful weekend escape.
Everything was accessible and very straightforward. Cabin was nice and comfortable, with several amenities and the dock was perfect. With 4 adults staying, this place was the perfect getaway!
Great location for a long weekend with family. Cabin was spacious for our group of 6 adults. The dock was nice for parking or 16’ boat with electricity close for charging. Excellent outdoor space for grilling and outdoor family dining and good to hang out and enjoy the lake view. Nights were spent around the fire pit. Overall-great place to enjoy family time and fishing!
Property is very user friendly, clean, and a great location. It’s located in a protected bay, so boat did not smash on the dock when parked overnight. I would highly recommend
My husband, our 3 boys and I stayed for about 3 days. It was such a nice quiet getaway. The dock was great for a little fishing that my boys had fun doing. Was very close to most things that we wanted to do. Had such a great time!
we loved this property: the location at the end of the block, with garage adding some privacy. The beds were very comfortable! and everything was well thought of throughout the house and property!!
And Thankyou so much for your assistance with our boating needs!!
Ann and Ken
Beautiful area. Nice place to get away with the family. Just an FYI that should be better noted is that there are no TVs in any bedroom. It would have been nice to have. The weather wasn’t great for us so having TV time for unwinding is something we assumed was a norm to have.
The communication from the property manager was very good. The property itself was nice with plenty of space for five adults. Comfortable beds and nice kitchen. It would have been nice if the listing stated the dock was across a road. Very weedy so challenging to swim. The cabin could use a few little updates - lots of cobwebs and scuffs on the wall, missing lightbulbs, not many mirrors. All in all it was a very fun weekend.
Our family had a great time staying in this cabin. Everything was clean and had went above and beyond what we expected to be included in our rental. Everyone had a great review for this property except one person, I leaned on the side of caution and regret the unnecessary extra packing I did. Everything is there that you would need. Towels, spices full kitchen with air fryer, blender, etc household products. The property manager communicated well during our trip and was there when we needed him or had questions 10/10! Would love to go back! Thanks for a great time
Amanda M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Christine
18 August 2025
Nice place but very strong mildew/musty smell
Although the cabin is very spacious and we love the high ceilings and beams we just couldn't get over the strong musty/mildew smell throughout the cabin. A Damp Rid container is in the laundry/bathroom area and a dehumidifer with a long extension cord is there for you to use - neither helped the smell. Seems to be worse in the bathroom. I didn't notice there were no reviews since August 2024 when I booked - I only looked at the star rating so something must have happened in the last year. We were there for 3 nights and really couldn't wait to leave. This is our first stay at an Evolve place and probably our last. I've never left a review anywhere like this but I just have to warn others because I would have loved to have been for warned. Otherwise the beds are comfortable and you have what you need in a cabin.
Christine
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Jodi H.
20 July 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Very Disappointing!
The front screen door latch was broken, and the entire outside of the house was covered with grass, dirt, bugs, and cobwebs. The broken screen door would slam every time we used it.
Once inside, it was obvious that the place had not been cleaned possibly all summer.
I cleaned the filthy bathroom before we felt it was usable. The dirt I got off the floor alone was sickening. The bedroom carpets had not been vacuumed and we swept behind the living room chair to find gobs of dust, dirt, and even food wrappers. Every lamp was full of cobwebs, and dust was thick throughout the place.
The lighting in the place was terrible, especially in the kitchen and dining areas. The kitchen had so many missing light bulbs that it was difficult to see after dark. We found spare light bulbs, none fit the lights in the kitchen or over the sink, where they were needed most.
The floor throughout the home was so unlevel, that we had to be careful not to trip, especially in the dining area, where there was a sinkhole near the side wall. The supplies they provided were a joke. There were four bath towels and four washcloths for two people for 7 nights, no hand soap in the bathroom, no spare trash bags, no dishcloths, and two rolls of toilet paper for the week. We had to buy toilet paper, trash bags, hand soap and antibacterial wipes ourselves.The igniter on the grill was broken. Outdoor furniture not usable.Internet very weak!
Jodi H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2024
Hi Jodi, thanks for taking the time to review your stay. After reading your feedback, the homeowner wanted to share the following:- We apologize for the cobwebs. Being in Northern MN, occasional cobwebs and bugs are inevitable, but we do get the house power-washed when necessary.- Our property undergoes thorough cleaning after each stay. We're sorry that our cleaning crew missed some spots, as this was a back-to-back booking. We wish you had reached out during your stay so we could've rectified any issues immediately. - We have addressed the kitchen lighting issue by adding bulbs and plan to replace the kitchen fan after the summer season. There is a slight grade to the floors near the corner of the home as a result of the cabin's age, but they are safe and have passed inspection.- The supplies were replenished immediately after being informed by the subsequent guest. Additional towels were in the cabinet outside the bathroom.- The grill igniter can be unreliable, but we provide a long torch lighter for ease of use. - The outdoor furniture cushions are stored in the box next to the furniture.Once again, we appreciate your feedback, as it helps us improve the guest experience.
Beautiful cabin and truly enjoyed our stay! Just a couple things to keep in mind with two families (8 people) the grill was a little small and the pictures didn’t show a road on between the lake and cabin which wasn’t an issue but would have been nice to know with little kids because cars and golf carts came by often.
Still loved our stay, location and beautiful views! Would definitely consider staying here again!
We had such a great time! The owners were very responsive and kind. The location was perfect! We will be returning. Thank you so much for a great family weekend!