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Farm Island Cabin Getaway near Aitkin MN (8 beds)

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Guest Cabin - great for two families
Deck View
View from Lake
Kayak and Paddleboat
2 New Kayaks for 2021

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6181.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Aitkin, MN
  • Farm Island Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mille Lacs Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • The Lakes
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom Loft

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

Common Spaces

1 Double Futon

Lower Level

2 Single Bunk Beds

Main Level

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Lower Level

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Farm Island Cabin Getaway near Aitkin MN (8 beds)

Great for two families.

A-frame style lake cabin (8 beds) with large outdoor space and 108 feet of shoreline. Cabin is 1,954 sq ft. built in 1996. Farm Island lake is 2000 acres with 13 miles of shoreline approximately 2 hours north of the Twin Cities, near Aitkin. Managed as a walleye lake with excellent fishing, including crappies, northern pike, bass, and panfish.

The space:
- Great space for 2 Families.
- Large open space yard for playing Badminton or yard games, Fishing from Dock, Canoe, Paddleboat, 2 10ft kayaks and small fishing kayak, Porch with picnic table, Gas Grill, TV & Blu-ray Player, PS2, Stereo, Wifi, Board Games and Cards. Great set-up for two families.

Guest access:
- Dock, Paddleboat, Fishing Kayak, Fire pit, Badminton Net, Bocce Ball Set, Horseshoe Pit, Gas Grill

Interaction with guests:
- Call or Text with questions during your stay.

Other things to note:
- 2 public boat ramps on the lake, fishing boat rentals on the lake. Kayak, Standup Paddle board rentals available in nearby town.
- This is our family cabin please treat as if it were your own.

House Rules:
- No smoking
- Not suitable for pets
- No parties or events
- Check-in is anytime after 4PM
- Check out by 12PM (noon)
- Self check-in with keypad
- No shoes in the house
- Quiet Hours at 10pm to respect neighbors
- No frying of bacon or fish in cabin. Please use gas grill or electric fryer outside.

You must also acknowledge:
- Must climb stairs - Basement and Loft
- Security Deposit - if you damage the home, you may be charged up to $300

Cancellation:
- Cancel two months before check-in to get a full refund. Cancel up to one month before check in and get a 50% refund (minus service fees). Cancel less than one month of your trip and the reservation is non-refundable.

Attractions:
Brad’s home is located in Aitkin, Minnesota, United States.
Cabin is located on a peninsula with paved road access. Common place for bike rides and walks during the day.

Located:
Aitkin - 10 miles
Garrison - 15 miles
Brainerd - 30 miles
Cuyuna Lakes State & Mountain Bike Trails - 15 miles

Several recreational attractions in the vicinity: Golf Courses, Bike trails, Girls shopping in Brainerd and Nisswa, Pirates Cove in Brainerd, Movie Theaters in Brainerd, Aitkin, and Garrison, and Antiquing in Crosby.

Safety: External Security Camera of Driveway

Property manager

Brad Holst

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non compliance forfeits deposit.
No shoes in house. No frying of bacon or fish in cabin. Please use gas grill or electric fryer outside.
Quiet Hours at 10pm to respect neighbors. No Fireworks permitted by County. Observe 20mph speed limit on road for safety of frequent walkers.
Driveway/Parking Security Camera: To protect guests and homeowner, a security camera monitors driveway and parking only.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aitkin

Located in Aitkin, this cabin is on the waterfront. The Lakes and Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Farm Island Lake Wildlife Management Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Northern Pacific Depot and Aitkin County Fairgrounds. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Aitkin, MN

What's nearby

  • Farm Island Lake - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mille Lacs Lake - 14 min drive - 16.9 km
  • The Lakes - 19 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Bay Lake - 20 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Grand Casino Mille Lacs - 34 min drive - 38.6 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Joint - Tavern & Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bear Pine Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Auntie M's Kaffeehaus - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Zig's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Ruby's Dining Room - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Farm Island Cabin Getaway near Aitkin MN (8 beds) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Farm Island Cabin Getaway near Aitkin MN (8 beds) ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farm Island Cabin Getaway near Aitkin MN (8 beds) ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Farm Island Cabin Getaway near Aitkin MN (8 beds) located?

This family-friendly Aitkin cabin is located on the waterfront, steps from Farm Island Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Farm Island Lake Wildlife Management Area and Spirit Lake. Cedar Lake Wildlife Management Area and Mallard Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Peaceful lake beautiful cabin

Family had a great time enjoying the water the big yard and the ping pong inside. Everything was great would definitely visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

An absolute GEM on Farm Island lake

Look no more! Fantastic home, fantastic lake and fantastic host! We enjoyed our stay greatly the house was well appointed and very very clean with a beautiful yard and view of the lake! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

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

We would love to stay here again!

This was a top five vacation for our family. Loved the property, loved the area and the lake. It was beautiful, clean, quiet and had everything we needed and more. Our grandkids had a ball and so did we. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth Q., Shoreview

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

Great Summer Cabin!

Our family of 5 had an excellent time. Great weather most days made lake time super fun! Kayaks and the paddle boat were a big hit. House was great too. Several times our kids said "This cabin is awesome!". The neighborhood is great too. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John j.

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

Perfect family getaway!

Brad was a great host, answered all of my questions and communicated with me throughout the stay. Property is great. The lake is beautiful! We spent most of our time on the water since we brought our boat with. The shore was clear for swimming and even the dock was great for fishing! I would give this stay a 10/10 easily!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

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

Perfect cabin with lots of toys!

We couldn't have been happier with the Holst cabin! We especially loved all of the extras: paddle boat, canoe, kayak, life vests, kid fishing poles, pool table, ping pong, badminton and tons of board games... I'm sure I'm leaving some out! The yard was flat with lush grass and the house was spotless. We liked the privacy the cabin offered along with the ease of access to a few decent restaurants. The lake was a great size too. We hope to come back one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

shaun S.

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

Awesome place

Everything lived up to the expectations, looking forward to visiting again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

Amazing location

We had an amazing time at this property while on vacation with our family of four. The house was exceptionally clean, and plenty of room to spread out! Beautiful location on the lake with plenty of fish to catch! The house came with everything we needed to be comfortable. I absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a lakeside vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D.

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

Something for everyone!

We had a relaxing time. Fishing from the kayaks, swimming, walks, Badminton, ping pong and carpet ball. We didn’t do the basketball or pool table since we have those at home. A baby snapping turtle somehow made its way onto the top stairs heading towards the driveway. A friendly chipmunk was curious about us visiting. We had nice weather too. A beautiful cabin with everything we needed. We Appreciated the washer and dryer the last night as the kids left all of their wet suits and clothes in the basement shower. Thanks for allowing us to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B., EAST BETHEL

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

Relaxing weekend!

We so enjoyed our long weekend at this home! The owner, Brad was very attentive when we had a couple questions and the home is situated in a very quiet neighborhood. We brought our boat but didn’t need it for fishing as we caught many Sunny’s off the dock! The home is very comfortable with plenty of sleeping spots! The kitchen was fully equipped with dishes and plenty of room to allow a few cooks in the kitchen at one time! We will definitely plan another trip to this cabin as it was a perfect place to relax and enjoy a quick getaway as it’s not a far drive from the cities!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon H., Minneapolis

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

Absolutely Perfect - Not One Issue

We booked this cabin for a "Guys Fishing Weekend". We had 6 guys all mid 30s. There was not one thing that we had an issue with. House was great - lots to do inside and out! We had some luck fishing and enjoyed sitting by the fire in the evening. The home is private, with a huge yard and had everything we could need. Remove any doubts booking here - one of the best I've stayed at! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

Great quiet location

Great view and yard. Our daughter enjoyed the sandy beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Terry M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location, decent house.

Good location, large yard for games, nice boat dock. House could have been cleaner, had mildew in the basement shower. The gas stove flames were minimal, even on high, took forever to cook. House could use updating throughout.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chad T.

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

Wonderful Week

My family (wife, 3 grandparents, 2 young children) and I had a wonderful week at this cabin. Everything is as described and pictured. The cabin itself is nice and well stocked with everything you should need. The yard is HUGE. We had fun playing frisbee, bocce ball, and horseshoes (all there for your use). Near the lake there is an excellent fire pit which we used most nights. The beach area is small, but it was just fine for our young kids. There is a great sandbar on the lake that we visited a few times to get in a little more swimming. Brad (host) was quick to respond to a couple notes I sent him. Overall the cabin is a great place to stay and our family had a memorable week. One additional note: we rented a pontoon for our stay from Bay Lake Marina and that was a good experience too if you're looking for a boat to rent during your stay. They deliver it to the lake for you and the pontoon was very nice. Don't hesitate to book this cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

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

Lovely time at Farm Island Lake

Lovely time at Farm Island Lake. We really enjoyed our visit to your cabin. The accommodations were wonderful. The weather could’ve been better, but that was out of your control! Thank you very much for sharing your cabin with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

On golden pond.

Very smooth.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy, Lake Elmo, MN

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

Great place on a great lake near the Twin Cities

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay - house was perfect for our needs with 5 adults and 2 children (ages 1 and 3). Rented a pontoon boat for the week from Bay Lake Marine, which was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Family get together

Great lakefront property with numerous amenities. Kayaks and paddle boat were amazing. Excellent communication by owners. Would love to stay again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Beginning of June

We enjoyed the huge yard for kids to play yard games. It was far enough from the water, I didn't need to worry about kids getting too close to water whem no one was looking. The kids enjoyed the paddle boats and Lily Pad and fishing off the dock. Everything was clean and organized. It was nice that the cabin had towels, bedding, kitchen utensils, etc. We had a wonderful time, beautiful lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

ALISHA H., Boyce, LA

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

Perfect home away from home!

The Holst Cabin was an amazing vacation rental for our family of five. We used the house as a base camp of sorts for many fishing adventures for our family. We played in the kayaks and paddleboat at the house and made good use of the pool table downstairs. I highly recommend this cabin to any family. The location and its amenities made our trip one to be remembered for many years to come. The propane pit outside and the gas stove made cooking a pleasure. The owners made our stay and checkin as easy as it could possibly have been. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dina M.

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

Great getaway!!

Beautiful cabin and property! Well maintained, clean, great variety of activities available, perfect for family and friends vacation. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Fantastic Fall

We had a great time at the property. Beautiful back yard, sturdy dock, and amazing lake view. House was great and our large family of 6 had room to play and not feel cramped at all. Our family thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The boats and fire pit were a definite hit. The back yard is full of birch. Gorgeous.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bev E.

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

Fun with friends

Great spot for some fun with outdoor games and some fishing. Everything was really nice. 3 couples for a 4 day weekend. We all had a wonderful time. Would recommend this spot for a nice relaxing time. Had everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Monica W.

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

Girl's weekend

The property was very nice. We had a furnace issue, but the owner was very responsive to the issue.

10/10 Excellent

casey m.

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

Family Vacation

We had a great vacation and experience staying at this property. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Brad Holst

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Brad and Vicki Holst family (4 kids)

Why they chose this property

Love this property. Build some memories.
- Best bay on the lake if you want to ski or tube
- Can fish off the dock for kids, great fishing lake for walleyes, northern pike, bass, and panfish. Bass tournament held on lake.
- Can swim in small area next to dock or boat over to two sand bars to swim
- Open yard play area for kids
- Game room for kids

What makes this property unique

Lots of Amenities!!!
- Paddleboat, Canoe, 2 10ft Kayaks and Small Kayak
- Horseshoes
- Badminton
- Pool Table, Ping Pong, Carpetball Table
- Lawn Games
- Basketball Hoop

Languages:

English