Escape to Tranquility on Ross Lake: A Perfect Getaway!

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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 9134.7 sq m

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Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Aitkin, MN

Nelson Lake
‪15 min drive‬
Cross Lake Recreation Area
‪42 min drive‬
Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
‪44 min drive‬
Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Book your stay at this beautifully three-bedroom, two-bathroom cabin on the serene shores of Ross Lake. Ideal for families and friends, this retreat offers:

Upstairs Comfort: One king bedroom with an additional twin bed, a cozy queen bedroom, a fun bunk room that sleeps four, and a convenient bathroom.

Main Floor Convenience: Open floor plan featuring a modern kitchen, dining area, and living room. Two lakeside walkouts lead to a spacious deck where you can savor your morning coffee, grill dinner, or enjoy a glass of wine while watching breathtaking sunsets over the lake.

The large private yard gently slopes towards the lake, providing perfect spots for campfires, yard games, or lounging by the water. Ross Lake is a tranquil haven, ideal for fishing, boating, and recreation. Bring your own boat and dock it at the cabin, or explore the water with provided SUPs, a paddle boat, or kayaks.

Just across the street, hiking trails await, offering the chance to spot local wildlife, including deer. The cabin is also close to Blind Lake ATV trails and less than 30 minutes from golf courses and the Cuyuna mountain biking trails. If the weather turns, enjoy indoor entertainment with a selection of movies, streaming channels, books, an Xbox, and family board games.

Conveniently located just minutes from Aitkin and Crosby, you’ll find ample opportunities for shopping, tourism, mountain biking, and weekend events. Stay connected with Fiber Optic internet, and rest easy knowing the property is treated by Mosquito Squad throughout the summer.

Don't miss out on this peaceful lakeside retreat—book now for an unforgettable escape!

Property manager

Taylor J. Fitterer

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Please discuss with property manager for details.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

Note from host: Please discuss with property manager for details.

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 deadlock

About the area

Aitkin

Located in Aitkin, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mississippi River and Nelson Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Northern Pacific Depot and Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Aitkin, MN

What's nearby

Nelson Lake - 15 min drive - 8.8 km
Cross Lake Recreation Area - 42 min drive - 32.8 km
Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 44 min drive - 32.7 km
Gull Lake - 69 min drive - 64.9 km
Brainerd International Raceway - 73 min drive - 69.9 km

Getting around

Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wolfhound Bar - ‬25 min drive
‪Big Al's Bar and Grill - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to Tranquility on Ross Lake: A Perfect Getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Escape to Tranquility on Ross Lake: A Perfect Getaway!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to Tranquility on Ross Lake: A Perfect Getaway!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escape to Tranquility on Ross Lake: A Perfect Getaway! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Nelson Lake and 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Mississippi River. Depot Museum and Northern Pacific Depot are also within 16 miles (25 km).

9.8

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sara O.

24 Aug 2024

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

Beautiful Location

This was a great place for our family vacation. We had 4 adults, a 3 year old & 10 month old twins. The kitchen was set up well, there was plenty of room inside and outside. Nice little beach area for little kids to "swim" and the lake was wonderful. We had pretty good luck fishing and the bay we found for swimming was great. Not a super busy lake at the time we were there, so that was a plus! Would definitely recommend this location to others!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Leonie M.

19 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

11 Aug 2024

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

Peaceful

If you are looking to relax on a quiet lake this is the place. Very beautiful lake where you can swim, fish or kayak. Neighbors are very friendly. The walking trail across the street is a lot of fun, but you definitely need bug dope. The water toys and equipment are super fun. It's nice that they rake a little beach area so it isn't so weedy. We didn't have the best weather, some days were rainy, but we had games to play indoors. The outdoor firepit looks nice, but it was too rainy and windy for us to get a chance to use it. The house was very clean and the beds were super comfortable. Plenty of space for a peaceful, relaxing beautiful vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

18 July 2024

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

Nice lake house

House was clean and comfortable. We had a great time and I would definitely stay again

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter N.

1 July 2024

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

Great area!

Everything was spot on and I had no questions and it was super smooth after they sent the email with all the info. Thanks a lot!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy T.

29 June 2024

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

Kid Free Weekend

My wife and I had a great second time staying at this property. The lake is great with lots of toys to use in the water. The cabin has everything a family would need. Great place to stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

28 Aug 2023

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

Family Stay

Great

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

26 Aug 2023

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

Home on the lake

We had a very relaxing time at this lake house. The water toys were put to great use! So thankful the toys were there to use. The house was very clean and spacious for our little family. The back deck was so relaxing to drink coffee and watch the lake from, I even saw two humming birds staring at me:) However there were many mosquitoes in the evening that it was impossible to enjoy our fire. That was ok though because we were able to watch a movie all together. Enjoy our stay in Minnesota.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jason L.

15 Aug 2023

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

Information

The only issue was that the book that is left to read about our stay and the information on the VRBO website was different. For example the information for Wi-Fi hook name and password was different.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Renee M., Holdingford,MN

9 Aug 2023

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

Quiet setting

Our family had a good time. The place is clean and it is a very quiet setting. Having more wood available for campfires would be nice so we don’t have to haul any from home.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

21 July 2023

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

Secluded and quiet

We had a very peaceful and quiet time. The home fit all 9 of us in our family easily, although we had to be a little creative to get everyone around the tableat meal times. Beds and furniture were comfortable, and the main level with the 2 patio doors looking onto the lake was such a nice view! The home, though close to other properties, feels secluded and private as trees separate the homes. Another review commented on the distance to towns/shopping, and it does take about 20 min to reach the nearest town. The lake was quiet, and during the week we only saw 2 or 3 boats each day. We definitely used the kayaks and paddle boat to their full potential. Our kids enjoyed swimming by the dock. It is a gradual slope in the water, so kids could touch long past the end of the dock. I enjoyed the quiet walking trails, but definitely needed bug spray for those! Overall it was a relaxing and peaceful stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

5 July 2023

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

Nice lake house!

Comfortable lake house on a great fishing and swimming lake near Brainerd attractions. It is a little drive to to the nearest town (about a half hour) so come prepared. There is also public water access on the far north end of the lake for bringing your own boat. Our group was 4 adults and 5 children ranging from ages 3-11 and everyone was very happy with the stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

21 June 2023

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

Nice secluded location on Ross Lake

Overall we enjoyed the stay. The kitchen was well appointed, containing a very nice collection of pots and pans and food storage containers. It could have used some more food prep materials such as mixing bowls and spatulas/spoons. The beds were firm, but comfortable. The linens provided were more than sufficient for our stay. The water toys were used a lot! The kayaks, paddle boards and lilly pad were great to have, especially when a fishing lure got caught in the weeds. The lake bottom around the dock was very mucky, nearly stealing sandals off feet. The location around the dock is not great for swimming, but the sand beach would be sufficient for small kids. The lake is reasonably quiet with lots of pontoons, but not a lot of speed boats. Bring bug spray because it has been a long time since I've had to deal with such an influx of mosquitoes - unbelievable amount of bugs. The listing mentioned there may or may not be firewood - there was very little available. There was a neighbor advertising free firewood, so we grabbed some from them. The listing also noted that there was a charcoal grill available, but there wasn't one on the property. The gas grill worked fine, but we had planned some meals around the charcoal grill. Understand if you book this place that it is about a 30 minute drive to Aitkin or Cross Lake - Emily is about 20 minutes away. If you need something from a store, plan to have to travel. Overall it was a good stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nate B.

13 Aug 2022

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

Awesome stay

We had a great stay! Kids loved the Lilly pad!! Thanks

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie T.

5 Aug 2022

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

Water toys make the trip!

This is a great spot, very secluded on a heavily wooded lot. The best part were all the awesome water toys - a lili pad, paddle boat, paddle board and kayaks. Kept the kids super busy and we all had a lot of fun. Highly recommend and would definitely visit again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlene V.

29 July 2022

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

Great location

Listing was as described. Love the the location!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

19 July 2022

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

Nice, clean home.

Very quiet location, a nice secluded setting.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miranda M.

26 June 2022

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

Family Fun

Beautiful property, fantastic lake that doesn't have hardly any traffic. Water toys are so much fun. Peaceful relaxing vacation. Couldn't ask for any more. Be aware of the mosquitoes they don't mess around...bring lots of bug spray(they spray the property, would be afraid what it would be like if they didn't).

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

8 Aug 2021

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

Very nice, quiet location.

It was a nice area and nice lake.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Tamika B.

31 July 2021

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

Disliked: Communication

Great memories made!

The home was nice and clean. The beds were very comfortable. The boys enjoyed the water sports. We will come back again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carissa B.

26 July 2021

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

Great Weekend Away!

Beautiful property. All sleeping rooms are on the second level, which was really for kids - the kids could be upstairs napping while we were on the main floor. Nice large yard so the kids could play. There is a small, clean beach next to the lake. The kids had fun playing in the sand. The lake was really muddy so not much time was spent swimming in the lake. Would stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Boyd B.

23 July 2021

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

Week at Ross Lake

We really enjoyed our time here. It was clean and comfortable for all of us. The lake area was easy for kids to enjoy. The kids really liked the lily pad, and my daughter now wants a stand up paddle board of her own. The only thing that was negative was that we couldn’t get the WiFi to work in the beginning. It worked after rebooting, and we located the correct password (it was not the same as was emailed to us).

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

16 July 2021

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

wonderful retreat!

we had a great retreat with our family here! thanks for everything!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mandy B.

7 July 2021

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

Comfortable & clean, great lake

This was a great, relaxing location for 5 adults and 1 adventurous 20 mo. old. The house was clean, spacious and provided enough activities for when we wanted to be indoors. We appreciated the large kitchen, selection of movies and games, and the deck. The bedrooms were good sized and relatively sound proof so we didn't have to worry about loud talking or music if someone was sleeping in or napping. The yard is nice. Beautiful views all throughout the day and easy to find sun or shade for outdoor activities. The beach and water toys were a huge bonus. The water was about 2.5-3 ft deep at the end of the dock which was great for wading or floating. The bottom is rather mucky, so sandals with straps or Crocs work well, but water shoes are best if you prefer to keep your feet covered. We had great fishing as well. Bass and panfish off the dock, as well as bass, northern and panfish all around the lake. It was not difficult to find fish! No complaints, a wonderful place to make some vacation memories with family.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

4 July 2021

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

Great getaway in northern MN

We spent a week at this location for our summer getaway and would book it again for future trips. The location is great, it’s very quiet and for the week before the 4th the lake traffic was surprisingly low. The house it itself is very comfortable and we felt at home right away. It is as advertised, and it was very clean. We made most of the SUP & kayaks, spent every afternoon on the water. Lake is very clean. 5 star location all the way around.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Taylor J. Fitterer

Managing Weekly rentals in the area since 2013. Our only rule is.......to have fun!!

What makes this property unique

Quiet, peaceful neighborhood. Walking trails, great lake for all activities.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

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Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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