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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.

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.

New Home on Serpent Lake in Cuyuna area!
Looking for the ultimate large family or group getaway? This brand-new, stunning lakefront 4-bed, 3.5-bath home in Deerwood, MN is situated on the shore of Serpent Lake, minutes from Cuyuna Mountain Bike Trails! Features amenities like 2 primary suites, huge screened porch, large yard and patio, 60-ft dock and over 200 feet of shoreline! When you're not on the water, the luxury 2,400-square-foot open-plan comfortably accommodates 10 guests with an open floor plan and a fully equipped kitchen!

Fallen Oak on Silver Lake near Brainerd!
Log home privately located on Silver Lake. The cabin sports a large yard. Fish off the dock or take advantage of the canoe and kayaks for use on the lake. The lake has a shallow bottom ideal for kids to play nearshore. The home is pet friendly (inquire). Winter sports fans the Merrifield to Crosslake snowmobile trail is accessible from the property. We have a heated garage too! Paul Bunyan trail and the Cuyuna County Recreation Area are nearby. Near Brainerd, Nisswa, Crosby and Crosslake.

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.

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!

Private Lake, Fall fires | Hot tub & Sauna
For families and friend groups squeezing every drop out of lake season, Border Point Lodge is your private slice of Fawn Lake — beach, hot tub, and barrel sauna steps from the door. Kayaks, paddleboards, and firepit s'mores are packed for you, and guests say they hear loons every day. Just 10 minutes to Crosslake dining and the Whitefish Chain, with the Paul Bunyan Byway close by when the leaves turn. Book your late-summer week — or claim a fall-color weekend now.
Popular amenities for Brainerd family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

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