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Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 455.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Park Rapids, MN
  • Headwaters Golf Club
    21 min drive
  • Character Challenge Course
    21 min drive
  • Itasca State Park
    39 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN

Looking for a true getaway that reminds you of the vacations you took when you were a kid?
We can provide that, with a 2 bedroom cabin 10 feet from the shores of Big Sand Lake, Park Rapids, Minnesota. Big Sand is one of the areas premier fishing and recreational lakes. 1800 acre lake with 35-foot water clarity, hard pack sand bottom, gradual slope out, and no weeds!! Fantastic swimming off the end of the dock. The cabin is a rustic two bedroom with a large deck and lakeside fire pit. There is a double bed in one bedroom. The other bedroom has a bunk bed with full mattress on the bottom and twin on top. Beautiful setting among towering white and red pines, right on the water, with a fabulous fire pit overlooking a natural rocky shoreline. This cabin faces west for the best sunset views in Hubbard County.
The cabin is NOT handicap accessible, and people with mobility issues will find the steps difficult. There are 35 stone steps down (from parking) to cabin and waters edge.
There are no hard-wired phones, but there is wifi and internet access.
Our cabin is part of an old resort, so there are nearby neighbors and we kindly ask that you respect their privacy if they happen to be in residence.
We have a canoe and 2 kayaks for you to enjoy that are included with the cabin rental. There is also a 16-foot Lund fishing boat with 40hp motor, live well, and depth finder available for you to rent for $300 for your entire stay. We also have for rent a 20-foot Premier pontoon boat with 60hp motor - $500 for your entire stay. Motorized boat rentals will be charged outside of VRBO - please contact Jim - the owner/property manager if interested prior to your check in.

**If your date is blocked please contact us as there may be owner weekends available.**

Property manager

Jim Emerson

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Park Rapids

Located in Park Rapids, this cabin is on the waterfront. Headwaters Golf Club and Character Challenge Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Big Stony Lake and Red Bridge Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Park Rapids, MN

What's nearby

  • Red Bridge Park - 17 min drive
  • Character Challenge Course - 21 min drive
  • Itasca State Park - 39 min drive
  • Northern Lights Casino - 45 min drive
  • Lake Itasca - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Iron Horse Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪George's Barn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bogey's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Emmaville Inn - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 12 miles (20 km) of Big Stony Lake, Headwaters Golf Club and Red Bridge Park. Character Challenge Course and Skoe Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cabin!
This cabin is so charming! Our family of 5 stayed here and it was perfect. Every amenity you could need was available. We loved being right on the water and didn’t mind the steps leading down to the cabin. Will definitely be looking to book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Get Away Spot
Cozy cabin right on the water includes everything you need for a perfect stay. Very quiet and peaceful, great views. There are quite a few steps but they weren't a problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin!
This charming cabin is a great find! Very clean, cozy and right on the water! Great location and close to a lot of things to do! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin experience
The cabin is very cute, clean and well stocked. Kayaks available to use, very fun and easy. Nice fire pit, deck etc. Owners were readily available via text for questions. The lake is very clear, has many loon pairs!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jayne e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Beautiful property, the cabin has everything you could need and is very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and clean
Extra care was taken to make our stay comfortable. The coffee station was filled with an assortment of blends plus hot chocolate and tea. There was a s’more package too! So thoughtful, we enjoyed visiting areas we hadn’t seen for years and then relaxing playing games and having a bonfire.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tessa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay!
Our time at the cabin was wonderful! It’s a quaint little spot for relaxation and fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect lake cabin
I was looking for something close to the clear water with a boat available to rent and this was the perfect spot!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean K., Saint Peter, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Lake spot
Our family of 5 rented here for a 4 night stay. We were there mid week and most people nearby were gone which made it extra peaceful. We brought our boat and fished a lot with moderate success. Caught northerns, rock bass, perch, sunnies but never got into the walleyes. Sunsets and fires were the highlight along with coffee on the deck in the morning. The owners provide everything you need. Parking worked for us as we put extra car and boat trailer at bottom of hill. Nice it’s so close to Zorbaz and Dorset. The stairs are a hike if u pack a lot like we do with 3 kids but a little stairs never hurt anyone :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
We were looking for a place to get some undivided time with our busy teenagers. This was just the place. It was an easy drive to Park Rapids where there were great shops (3 for ice cream alone!) and amenities. We had a tough choice between street concerts and a quiet night on the lake and opted for the lake. The host was very accomodating of needs we had. The cabin had every thing we needed even lovely floaties for the water. We kayaked every night. Hope to return
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakeside getaway
Our family enjoyed our stay on Big Sand, serene & peaceful. Kids loved the kayaks and being right on the water. Hosts were great to work with, would recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
Property was very clean. Close to many activities. Owners were easy to work with. We will definitely keep this property on our repeat list.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
Super cute cabin with all the amenities we could have hoped for. Bonus was that it was a great place to have our one year old! The lake is just steps away, Jim generously blew up and left get floatie toys for us, and we had a great time in the canoe. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sybil P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Literally ON the Lake
I was somewhat concerned about the elevation down to the cabin because I have intermittent vertigo, but I was fine and the path down is very sturdy. My stay was relaxing and fun - I checked out the nearby towns, trails, and kayaked. The amenities were plentiful, the cool lake air was perfect for sleeping, and the sound of waves was meditation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Stay
Very nice stay, was quiet and peaceful, property was clean and well stocked
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandie B., Fargo, ND, US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we were looking for
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin was the perfect size for our family, it was clean, had great amenities, and we absolutely loved the location being right by the water. Definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Little Cabin, Beautiful Lake
Everything was as planned. Super clean and cabin was stocked perfectly- even ice in the freezer and ingredients for smores were left. Quiet and peaceful setting - a wonderful getaway close enough to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Sand - Aug 2021
The cabin and our stay were perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Wonderful property as described! And clean😊We enjoyed our stay and wouldn't hesitate to recommend. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exhale.....
Wonderful, peaceful, relaxing. Crystal clear water, quite evenings, beautiful mornings. Cabin was welcoming and spotless.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Spencer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Lakeside Stay
Spent four relaxing nights at this quaint yet wonderful cabin! We appreciated having the fishing boat available to take a tour around the lake. Fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. Our only suggestion is to replace the master bedroom mattress- it is old and rolls you to the center. Thank you for sharing your lakeside retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erwin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cabin on the lake!
We had a great week at this quaint little cabin. It was clean and had everything we needed. Nice big deck, firepit, charcoal grill, and a pontoon and boat that we rented which made it perfect! Drinking coffee on the deck in the morning enjoying the beautiful sunrise was a treat for us, but also the gorgeous sunets on the lake!! They were spectacular!! The steps going down to the cabin are a little treacherous, but we made it with no incidences. It would be nice to have a handrail to help yourself along, but we are in our 50s and 60s....and appreciate those things at our age. Even so.....we had a wonderful time and want to thank Jim and his staff for a great week on this beautiful clean lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cozy Cabin
Property was just as described. The lakefront location is awesome! We were there during the week and practically felt like we had the lake to ourselves. The cabin was clean and adequately furnished, and there was plenty of room for us three adults. The hosts were very responsive. We hope to return again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wayne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary trip
I hadn't been to Minnesota in many years and my wife had never been to the lake country. We were both thrilled with the cabin and location steps away from the lake. We felt right at home. It was everything it was advertised to be in a beautiful setting. The Emerson's were very accommodating and helpful. We highly recommend this property for your next getaway. Wayne and Pam
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Cabin vacation
Great spot right on the water(need to watch little ones closely, but totally worth the unique location!) Beautiful little cabin with just the right updates and everything we needed, perfect for a family of four. Jim and Shari were accommodating and quick to respond to any questions we had. We loved that we had the option to rent the pontoon to enjoy the gorgeously clear lake. Sunnies abound, enjoyed some fresh catch for dinner one night! Aaannnddd the sunsets were STUNNING!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Jim Emerson

Host profile image
Hi, we're Jim and Shari Emerrson. Jim is from Iowa and began vacationing on Big Sand Lake in the mid 60's when he was six years old, and was fortunate enough to buy a cabin there in 1994. Shari is from Park Rapids and we met for the first time at the cabins, and ultimately got married there. This is our personal cabin and we have spent many summers enloying the beauty of Big Sand Lake with family and friends. We hope that you enjoy it as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

My family has been vacationing on Big Sand Lake since the early sixties and when the opportunity came up to buy these special cabins at Coolridge, I couldn't resist. It is the perfect spot to get away and now that I have my own son to spend time here, it has just come full circle.

What makes this property unique

Incredible sunsets. The call of the Loons. Fabulous fishing. Night time fires lakeside.

Languages:

English
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