Family-friendly holiday rentals in Brainerd

A Frame-Sauna-Cold Plunge-Fire Pit-Seclusion

✔ Sleeps 4 – Lofted bedroom +pull-out couch (Both Queen Beds) ✔ Cozy & stylish – In-floor heating, A/C, 50” TV ✔ Fully equipped – Kitchen, Combo Washer/Dryer, fast WiFi ✔ Outdoor retreat – Sauna, Private patio, BBQ grill, firepit, string lights ✔ Secluded yet close to Brainerd Book now for the ultimate nature escape! -2 Miles from direct access to Paul Bunyon Trail -6 Miles from Northland Arboretum -7 Miles from Brainerd International Raceway -15 Miles from Crosby -20 Miles from Breezy Point

Private Cottage w/Queen Bed + Lakes, golfing, etc.

Beautiful, cozy cottage located on owner's property. Surrounded by lakes (however not on one), world-class golf, towering pine trees and amazing restaurants and shopping. You will have the cottage to yourself. There is a private bedroom with a queen bed, also a full bath. The living room sofa pulls out to sleep two more. We are walking distance to Pequot Lakes, and just a 10 minute drive to Breezy Point or Nisswa for an amazing shopping experience. We welcome friendly, fully vetted dogs.

Hot tub, fishing, pool table, scenery, privacy!

Great fishing here, summer and winter! 4,200+ sq ft lake home on large private lot(1.5+ acres) 270 feet of lakeshore on Portage Lake within the Crooked Lake Chain. This home is most suitable for families and couples to get away and enjoy peace and nature. NO PARTIES OR EVENTS including bachelor/bachelorette gatherings. Home has beds for 18 vacationers with 5BR/3BA, game room with pool table/ping pong overlay. Hot tub and Pontoon boat avail: volleyball, swingset,corn hole,canoe, SUP boards.

Cuyuna Wattage Cottage. Modern, Clean, Relaxing.

Welcome to the Cuyuna Wattage Cottage! We built this ultramodern cabin to be an energy-efficient retreat for you to enjoy after biking, hiking, snowmobiling, or otherwise exploring this beautiful area. You’ll love viewing a sunrise through two story windows in the main living space or warming up by the fireplace. Located a 1/2 mile away from the Cuyuna mountain bike trail system Yawkey trails. 1/2 to the beach, 2 mi. to Crosby. It is the only house on the street, on seven acres. Great privacy!

Scandinavian Cabin in the Pines w/Sauna & River

NO SERVICE FEES! This Scandinavian-inspired cabin is nestled in a 40-year-old Red Pine Tree Plantation. Built by 2 best friends, it is constructed almost entirely by local lumber. The cabin sits across the street from the gently flowing Pine River. Sweat away your adventures in the sauna, relax by the fire pit, or float the river. If you're a biker, we are 2 miles from the Paul Bunyan trail and 45 minutes from the Cuyuna Lakes MTB Trails. We allow 1 well-trained pet under 40lbs with approval.

Adventure Studio

The Adventure Studio is like stepping into a treehouse that boasts stunning views and a cozy relaxing deck overlooking 200' of shoreline on a great fishing lake. Inside enjoy views from two full walls of windows, a skylight and vaulted ceilings. Well appointed kitchen for a several day stay. A fire pit, pedal boat, paddleboards, wooded acreage, a mile long nature hiking, biking trail and access to other adventures. All on a quiet tree lined road, perfect for peaceful strolls at sunset.

Dog Friendly Up North Private Escape

Welcome to Cabin au Nord; a Scandinavian inspired cabin near Pequot Lakes, MN perfect for your up North summer getaway. Custom designed, every detail has been thought of to promote relaxation. The cabin features one queen bedroom on the first floor, large king room with nature views on the upper level, modern kitchen, spa-like bathroom, work desk area for remote workers, living/dining area with floor to ceiling windows, and an outdoor Solo Stove. 5 mins to Pequot Lakes and 10 mins to Gull.

Spacious lake house w/ room for the whole family!

Perfectly located near downtown Crosby on Rabbit Lake, this 2-acre lot w/ 400 ft of sandy lakeshore is the ideal up-north getaway for groups. All bedrooms are upstairs w/ 1 king bed, 7 Queens, a crib, and a standing desk. The lower level boasts a fully updated kitchen, dining room, game room/bar, & spacious living room w/ a gas fireplace, great wifi, and streaming services! Outdoor dining, yard games, beach/water toys, swim dock, propane grill, fire pit, and a 7-person Jacuzzi hot tub!

Quaint modern cabin set in private woodland

Escape into the forest at the Ursa Minor cabin. Built in 2017, this comfortable and tranquil getaway includes a full kitchen, bathroom with a cedar-lined shower, electric in-floor heat, a wood stove, warm pine siding throughout, and a spacious sleeping loft. A covered porch, fire pit and fully-stocked woodshed are right outside the door. Your stay includes access to more than ten kilometers of trails traversing hundreds of acres of private woodland originating steps from your door.

Lakefront Retreat: 4 Kings+HotTub+Fireplace

Retreat to Leisure Lodge, 2 hrs from MSP or Fargo: • 4 king beds, 4 Twin XLs, sofa queen, portable crib • 3 baths (one on each level) • Fully stocked kitchen w/ indoor & outdoor dining for 10+, coffee+tea, breakfast gift • Spacious year-round home w/ indoor garage parking • Hot tub + fire pit w/ wood provided • Paddleboat, kayaks, lake toys & nearby trails • Cozy gas fireplace & crisp lake views • 150+ five ⭐️ reviews, family-owned/operated •Seasonal dock late spring into the fall

The Nordic - Dog-Friendly - Lake Front - Hot Tub

Relax at The Nordic, where Scandinavian charm meets modern comfort! Enjoy plush bedding, a fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, and luxury finishes. Explore 175 ft of lakeshore, a sandy beach, paddleboards, and a boat dock. Unwind in the 6-person hot tub with lake views or hit the Paul Bunyan Trail for year-round adventure. Perfect for families, couples, or friends. Amenities: Smart TVs, games, washer/dryer, fire pit, ninja course, and more! Book your retreat now!

Quiet Lake Cottage and Cuyuna Mountain Bike Trails

Charming cottage located in the heart of Minnesota’s Up North vacationland! A relaxing retreat on one acre wooded lot, quiet 80 acre lake with no public access. Get out on the lake for a paddle with the canoe or kayak or fish from the dock, catch and release is best. Year round fun, abundant wildlife, and vivid starry skies. Located ten miles from Cuyuna Country State Recreation's excellent single track mountain bike trails and many other lakes.