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Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything

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Wide Open Space w/ warm woods and beautifully refinished 100 year old floors.
Firepit with a view
Oh the views! Dinning by the lake
Interior
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Nisswa, MN
  • Gull Lake
    5 min walk
  • Mount Ski Gull
    14 min walk
  • Fritz Loven Park
    12 min drive
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    36 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lower Nursery (5th bedroom)

1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Madden's Room

2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

The Cragun's Room

2 Queen Beds

The Grand View Lodge Room

1 King Bed

The Quarterdeck Room

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 Downstairs

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything

Newly renovated 4+ Bedroom 3000 sq/ft lakefront cabin perched on top of the western shore of Big Gull Lake. The views from every lakeside room and deck are breathtaking. We will argue the best view on Gull Lake. It's also the perfect location to enjoy Gull Lake and all of the amenities and attractions.
-It's less than a 5 minute walk to the Quarterdeck Resort and Dock 77 Restaurant for meals and drinks anytime. Their large beach can also be used if you want a change of scenery.
-The 26,000 acre Pillsbury State Forest has miles and miles of trails to explore just down the street. Hiking, biking, horse back riding, and snowmobiling.
-Mount Ski Gull is also just a couple minutes away with skiing in the winter and Zip-Line in the summer. If you're a runner, walker or cyclist (like we are) you will be in heaven with all of the options.
-There's also world class golf just minutes away. It's rare to be within walking distance of so many amenities on Gull Lake.

Our 4+ bedroom waterfront cabin is newly renovated with wide open space both up and down stairs. 2 separate living rooms and 2 masters. Our Gull Cabin is ideal for a big family like ours or a couple families. Big kids or small kids. There are 4 big bedrooms plus a nursery/den and it sleeps 12.
-Upstairs. Grand View Room. King Bed
-Upstairs. Cragun's Room. 2 Queen Beds
-Downstairs. Quarterdeck Room. King Bed+Extra Nursery/Study w/ a Twin Bed/Pack n' Play
-Downstairs. Madden's Room. 2 Bunk Beds. XL Twins over Queen Beds
-2 Full Bathrooms. 1 full bath on each level

Huge open kitchen with lots of counter space and new appliances. Great space to prepare big family meals. Fully stocked and everything you need to prepare gourmet meals. There's seating for everybody and a pool table to pass the time if weather keeps you off the lake. There is a large new dock to swim and fish off. You can also tie your boats up with ease in our boat slip. No lift or tie downs available. The water is shallow for the first 30-40 feet with a nice hard sand bottom and then deepens nicely for watercraft and great fishing. We have deeded access to the Quarterdeck Resort's Boat Launch if you bring a boat (or rent one) and need a convenient place next to the house to launch your watercraft. It also includes access to the Quarterdeck's big beach if you want a change of scenery.

Property manager

Kyle Rooney
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
52 steps to lakeshore

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please don't exceed max adults

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking!

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Please don't exceed max adults
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nisswa

Located in Nisswa, this cabin is in the city centre and on the beach. Mississippi River and Gull Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nisswa Family Fun Center and MN Surf Co. Travelling with kids? Consider Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway, or check out an event or a game at Brainerd International Raceway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nisswa, MN

What's nearby

  • Gull Lake - 5 min walk
  • Mount Ski Gull - 14 min walk
  • The Pines Golf Course - 13 min drive
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 17 min drive
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ernie's On Gull Lake - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy*s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cragun's Resort on Gull Lake - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Hunts Point Sportsman's Club - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything located?

Located in Nisswa, this beachfront cabin is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Gull Lake and Mount Ski Gull. The Pines Golf Course and Pine Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Week
Great location near Quarterdeck, great layout for our family and friends. I was thankful for the slip for the boat and the boat launch at Quarterdeck. Everything you need for cooking and grilling. No complaints. Communication with the property host was also good. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay!
Amazing and comfortable home, would it yearly. Need to get to know the lake, tough to fish. Hit cold front perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacy s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
8 of us, 3 generations for 5 days. We had plenty of room in the house and enjoyed the fire pit area a lot as it easily accommodated all of us. Kids enjoyed swimming and jumping off the dock. There is a nice bike path across the road from the house where we walked
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Everything was wonderful minus the 60 steps to the dock and 60 steps back up !! The downstairs was a great place for all 10 of us to watch tv and the dining room table was great for games for all of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nick F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Gull Lake Cabin
Property is clean and had plenty of space for our large group. Good communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2024 Summer Getaway
Loved the home and the location on the lake. We are boaters, so we were out on the lake everyday. The home is well furnished and has plenty of sleeping arrangements. The dock allowed for overnight tie up of our boat, but the stairs down to the water are real. Our family enjoyed 5 days we spent here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy comfort
A very comfortable space for our 3 families to gather with lots of ways to have fun and relax together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property
Our 2nd annual stay for our golf trip. Everything was clean and as advertised. Great option if looking in the brainerd lakes area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Constance R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return visit
Our family enjoyed a return visit. We used every inch of space. The accuracy of listing is detailed well. This visit we had smaller family members with us. The steps to the lake are difficult for small children, elders or if you have knee issues. As mentioned in summary of listing the Quarterdeck beach is easy walking distance and has restaurant /patio dining. If someone could share where the walleyes are....that would be helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for family vacation
House had enough space to fit 2 small families comfortably - enjoyed all the space the home offered. Views were great and location was fantastic. Stairs were a lot but not a deal breaker. Kid friendly home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin fun
We so enjoyed our stay at the Gull Lake Cabin. This cabin has everything you need! We enjoyed cooking most of our dinners during the week. The kitchen is fully stocked. We did bring a few of our favorite kitchen utensils, but that was just so we could use what we were use to. They have both a Keureg and a regular Mr coffee drip coffee maker. Gas grill. We only ate out for a few lunches, just to change things up. We took advantage of the 2nd refrigerator in the garage as well as the beverage refrigerator in the basement. That was nice as we had several meals packed in our coolers! We played many card games and other games on the game table in the basement. We loved the spectacular view of Gull lake from the deck and we ate out on the deck many times. Beds were super comfortable and accommodating for all our guests. Lots of options to stop and get a snacks on Gull Lake. Quarterdeck is just a short walk away, but there is Maddens, Craguns, Grandview Lodge as well as Ernie’s and Zorba’s restaurants. We rented a tri-toon boat from Lake Fun Rentals. Very nice, newer boats. Our adult kids could waterski, wake board and tube behind the boat! We did it all! Will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
The Cabin on Gull Lake was great, clean with a great kitchen for our family dinners. The beds were very comfortable, at least the ones we used. The owner was very responsive and supported our vacation and questions. Was great to have a dock to tie our ski boat for overnight storage. Overall a great place for a family gathering.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friend's Trip
Overall was a fantastic experience. The cabin was just as great as advertised. Would definitely stay there again..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ice Fishing Trip
The home was beautiful and easy to book! Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great Little Christmas Getaway
My family stayed at this cabin during the Christmas holiday. It was in a beautiful location right on Gull Lake with fantastic views. The cabin itself was spacious, clean and comfortable. We did encounter one little hiccup. The first night there, xmas eve, we discovered there was no running water, In a bit of a panic, we tried to get in touch with the property manager and the owner's by calling/texting. After several attempts and an hour plus later, we were able to get in touch with the Owners. They were apologetic and quick to direct us to the mechanical room where we were able to flip a switch and turn the water back on. Thankfully, a quick fix to a potential crisis! This particular week had plagued the state with dangerously cold temps and we were told that the water had likely been shut off so as to not freeze the pipes. The owners were very nice and very helpful, even offering up their suggestions for things to do/see in the area. Our only complaint is that we never at any time heard back from their property manager. While we didn't need his help any longer, it was a little disappointing that he never returned our messages regarding the incident. Overall the cabin, was a delight! It had all the comforts of home, was in a great location and was a fantastic place to enjoy our holiday! We would definitely stay again! Couple minor recommendations: -There was no firewood for our use. I believe it was advertised that there was wood on the premises. We ended up having to run out on xmas day to get firewood -The downstairs was very cold and seemed to not hold the same temp as the upstairs. Not sure how to regulate this, but something to consider if you plan to have large groups, including kids during the winter months
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sabine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Thankgiving Spot
We had an amazing time with family and our two retrievers. Best stocked cabin kitchen we have ever seen! Watched the sunrise every morning and enjoyed fireplaces and game collection. Truly a treasure in the woods.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gull Lake beautiful house
This house was very nice. It was clean and comfortable with great views of Gull Lake. The whole group was impressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House
Great property, close to Brainerd attractions. Clean, easy, and top notch experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to get together, place was clean. Beds were uncomfortable safety issues with steps.
Really nice place plenty of room to spread out. Beds are uncomfortable, there a step down in kitchen to dining room and living space that blends in and a hazard. The steps going down to the lake are steep, slippery and rickety. Fire pit is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Bonnie J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Lake Cabin
We enjoyed our stay at this cabin. Overall, the cabin worked well for our group of adults and a toddler and baby. The kitchen and the island were great. The view is amazing and the steps to dock were in good shape and the dock as advertised with lovely lake view and no beach. Was an easy walk to the nearby Quarterdeck beach. The inside was a bit smaller than we anticipated but still worked okay. A fun collection of toys for the toddler. The outside deck area and fire area were in shabby condition (could use some paint and loving care) -- but we still enjoyed using them. . We had a good long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vern C., Little Falls, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gull Lake Family Vacation
This was our second year vacationing at this cabin on Gull Lake. Plenty of space for our family...9 adults and 3 kids...with room to spread out for games, reading, puzzles, and relaxing. Spacious kitchen with ample counter space facilitated our family meal time. We also had a blast swimming off the dock which included space for our pontoon. This property has all the amenities of home with a beautiful overlook of Gull Lake. The stairs down to the lake are a bit challenging, but not to the point of being inconvenient. Check in and check out was easy and convenient and Kyle was very easy to communicate with when we were planning our stay. We would highly recommend this property for families and groups looking to get away and spend some quality time together while enjoying the comforts of home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property!
Loved everything about this property; great location, beautiful house with enough room for 5 adults and 5 kids, dock for 2 boats, swimming and fishing at your fingertips and great outside campfire area. Quick response from owner when emailed, manager stopped by to see if we needed anything and gave us some fishing tips... all-in-all great property and would definitely rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Ashley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming Home. Safety is an issue. Roku ready. Can house many guests.
Safety is an issue in this home. We went with a nanny, an 11 month old, 2 year old, 74 and 80 year old in-laws, and 13 year old lab. Nice property, but its aging and requires some maintenance. We spent the first few days trying for my 80 year old in-laws to not fall down the 1-step sunken living room step. The baby gates are ESSENTIAL in this home. The safety lock on the sliding doors are ESSENTIAL. We put away many knick knacks and choking hazards and kitchy stuff immediately to prevent damage. Minimal space in the front entry to maneuver with a team coming in and out. We walked our aging pup around the side of the house rather than use the very steep steps. Love that they are pet friendly bc that made our week. We let her go swimming at Quarterdeck in the boat landing. Quarterdeck allowed my kids a space to play outside to get them away from the in-home dangers. The steps down to the lake are a work out. That's fine. The issue is the bottom steps are wobbly and slanted down toward the lake. There is plywood instead of dowels. This is UNACCEPTABLE. None of the bannister spacing seems up to code on the deck, over the stairs, and along the stairs. Please do some maintenance on your stairs. I meant to write this to the owner separately instead of in the review but I don't have a lot of spare time. The provided towels were scratchy. Bring your own. The provided supplies like TP, paper towels, detergent, soap, salt n pepper were bare bones. No olive oil. Cooking equipment was bare bones. All appliances worked well including the coffee maker. They have a Keurig if you want to bring your own cups. The fire pit had a dismal feel and lacked comfort. My husband is a fire bug. he didn't even want to have a fire. The nursery room was FREEZING 66F when the rest of the house was 72F but it was also dark and quiet so it was very nice to have. VRBO never sent us the front door lock code or information for check-in and check-out. I had to contact the owner who was prompt and helpful. He had VRBO send again but it was just the check in/out times without the important info. I've never had that happen before. Nice washer and dryer. Beautiful sandy beach. Beautiful dock with slip to rent a boat. We used Lake Fun Rentals and they were AMAZING. Quarterdeck was nice for sandy beach, lunch, cocktails, a walk, dog swimming without stairs, getting elderly in-laws onto the boat safely. The folks there were so friendly and I believe we made their Facebook page.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blake H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing Trip
Had a great time, excellent place and view of Gull.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kyle Rooney

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Our young family of 6 lives in the Twin Cities and we head up to our Gull Cabin every chance we can. We're very active and take advantage of all the actives around our cabin. From the zip-line course at Mount Ski Gull to hitting the trails for our daily jog. We like to start our day with coffee on the deck overlooking the lake. Then end the night with Ice Cream at the coffee shop and drinks at Dock 77 Restaurant less than a 5 minute walk down the road. The cabin is heaven for us and we love that we put the car in park when we arrive at our cabin and don't use it again until we leave.

Why they chose this property

We bought this Cabin because of the spectacular views and proximity to Gull Lake amenities. We love the 1.2 acre lot that provides 100 ft of lakefront privacy and convenience to restaurants, resorts, state parks, and even Mount Ski Gull where you can ski/snowboard in the winter and zip-line in the summer. We're in love with our Gull Lake Cabin and hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

Few Gull Lake Cabin Rentals have this much to offer within a short walk.
-Quarterdeck Resort (5 min walk)- Their big beach in front can be used at any time.
-Boat Rental and Private Boat Launch (5 min walk)
-Quarterdeck Beach Grill (5 min walk)
-Coffee Shop and Ice Cream (5 min walk)
-Pillsbury State Forest Hiking & Biking Trails 25,000 acres (5-10 min walk)
-Mount Ski Gull- Zip Line Course and Winter Skiing (0.7 miles)

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