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Read the reviews: amazing beach, super clean, kid paradise, majestic! Year’round

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Sunset from the beach
Our lake home is on a natural sand bar - this is your own private beach!
Nestled on an acre of land you have total privacy at your own lake home getaway.
Cozy, brand new furniture! The kitchen is stocked with everything you'll need.
The second living room with piano, gas fireplace and a TV w/cable & 150+ DVDs.

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12301.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Nevis, MN
  • Big Stony Lake
    24 min drive
  • Northern Lights Casino
    34 min drive
  • Itasca State Park
    49 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Convertible bed(s)

1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Extra bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Loft master bedroom

1 King Bed

Lower level bedroom #1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Lower level bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Lower level bedroom #3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Main floor bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Loft

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 - main floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3 - basement

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Read the reviews: amazing beach, super clean, kid paradise, majestic! Year’round

Decorated in a truly “Up North” theme, this luxury home on Lake Belle Taine - one of the clearest lakes in MN - can be rented as a 6 bed/3 bath home that easily sleeps up to 12 people or as a great getaway at a lower rate for just 1-2 couples. Or, do you have more than 12 people? Book our cabin next door too: vrbo # 457505.

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Full kitchen with every amenity you'll need, Central A/C, Handicapped Accessible, fast Wi-Fi, Cable TV, Stereo, 3 Decks with a gas grill, great views & total privacy, Washer/Dryer, Gas fireplace, Powder sand beach, Crystal clear water and much more…

If your family is looking for your own private escape, you've found it.

You will love our 400 feet of private lake shore, a powdery sand beach, and a crystal clear lake just 20 yards out our front door that's great for swimming and even better for fishing. We have two paddle boards, a paddle boat, canoe, 8x8 ft swimming raft, inner-tubes, 3 kayaks and a brand new dock. Boat and jet-ski rentals are nearby. Our gradually sloping property and water depth is great for children - about 5 feet deep at the end of the dock. Our home and property is easy and convenient for someone with difficulty walking too. (This is a weekly rental, but if you are interested in more or less than a week, please message us.)

The entire 3250sf lake home interior is finished with beautiful bass wood on the walls and vaulted ceiling and has custom made pine furniture and is meticulously clean throughout. The master bedroom with a king size bed and private bathroom is in the loft and overlooks the main floor kitchen and living room. The kitchen and entire house is fully stocked. We have lots of kids' indoor and outdoor toys too. A bedroom with two twin beds is on the main floor and a full bathroom is on the main floor too. The third bedroom with a twin over full bunk bed and trundle bed is in the full, finished walk-out basement. The fourth bedroom with a twin over queen bunk bed and the fifth bedroom with two twin over full bunks are also in the basement. The 6th bedroom also has two beds in it.

There are two living room areas on the main floor that have a large flat screen TV with cable, over 150 current movies/DVDs, a grand piano, a puzzle table, a comfy pull-out bed, and an incredible panoramic view of the lake. This spacious but cozy lake home is surrounded by a huge deck that overlooks 1500+ acre Lake Belle Taine, just 20 yards away.

Our lake home is at the end of a peninsula, gets no drive-by traffic and has thick mature trees throughout our property so that you have total privacy. There is central A/C for the really hot summer days. We are one mile from the Heartland Trail (50+ miles of paved trail!) and we are just minutes away from many great restaurants, horseback riding, the Forestedge winery, the biggest 'Paul Bunyan', Itasca State Park, canoe outfitters, golf and unique shopping. After a day of fun you can light up a camp fire in the fire pit (we have lots of dry firewood for you!) and watch the sunset. If you need to login, we have super fast wi-fi. We do Friday-Friday.

Hear the call of the loons every morning and night and see the bald eagle that perches regularly on our point. Your mind and soul will be completely refreshed here during a week's vacation away from the world.

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Property manager

Tim

Languages

German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have four kids under 10 - so YES!

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Allowed with previous permission.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Allowed with previous permission.
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

About the area

Nevis

Located in Nevis, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Headwaters Golf Club and Skoe Park 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Evergreen Gifts & Fun Park, or check out an event or a game at Character Challenge Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Nevis, MN

What's nearby

  • Northern Lights Casino - 34 min drive
  • Tenmile Lake - 35 min drive
  • Leech Lake - 38 min drive
  • Itasca State Park - 49 min drive
  • Lake Itasca - 58 min drive

Getting around

  • Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Iron Horse Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Brauhaus German Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Northwind Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Companeros Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Read the reviews: amazing beach, super clean, kid paradise, majestic! Year’round pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Read the reviews: amazing beach, super clean, kid paradise, majestic! Year’round?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Read the reviews: amazing beach, super clean, kid paradise, majestic! Year’round?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Read the reviews: amazing beach, super clean, kid paradise, majestic! Year’round located?

Nestled on the beach, this Nevis holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Woodtick Theatre, Headwaters Golf Club and Big Stony Lake. Red Bridge Park is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) away.

Reviews

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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

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Belle Taine
Beautiful setting with great facilities. Good fishing from the dock and boat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely getaway!
We had a great time here for Memorial Day weekend. The lake is beautiful and so much cool wildlife with loons, bald eagles, and herons in the dock. The sandy beach and swimming area is perfect for little kids.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Clean
Nice place, perfect for families with small children. Parking for snowmobile groups is a little tight but we made it work
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
O’Neill’s Paradise!
We cannot say enough about our stay at this wonderful home! It is so cozy and roomy! We were here over Christmas and it truly fit everyone’s wants and needs. Super comfortable furniture…and lots of it to lounge and read or sit and visit. Well stocked kitchen for our holiday meals. Tim was super easy to communicate with. Would stay again in a minute! Katie Smith
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reed B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Stay!
This is our second time staying here and like before everything was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, comfortable, spacious!
This was the absolute perfect place to stay with a group of friends, to play games, relax, cook, and enjoy the lake. The cabin is large, well-appointed, and comfortable. The host was more-than-accommodating and communicative. I would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday getaway
Awesome views, so much space for our party of 8, really enjoyed the outdoor fire pit and deck, we had a great weekend made better by the cabin atmosphere. Thank you so much! Definitely a trip to remember
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cabin for young kids
Given that it was late fall and we weren’t sure what the weather would be, this turned out to be a perfect cabin getaway that is very kid friendly. It’s a relatively short ride to lake itasca which is absolutely worth the trip. So many amenities here it would be an amazing cabin to visit in the warm months
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula K., St. Cloud, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home - Beautiful View
This home was everything it promised to be in the listing. It is welcoming, spacious, and comfortable. It was the perfect spot for our group of 9 to celebrate our 14th annual get together. The views from the deck are so beautiful! We loved sitting out on the deck in the morning taking it all in. We highly recommend this property - you won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As expected!
For our family with 4 young kids age 6 and under, they really provided everything needed to keep them entertained inside and outside. We appreciated the all the water toys and the accessibility of everything. The rooms were nice and gave us options for sleeping arrangements. Tim is great to communicate with, very prompt responses. We'd recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terry S., Omaha

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Vacation
This property was perfect for our family. The lake was exceptional for wakeboarding and tubing. We had plenty of room and the house was fully stocked and well maintained. Communication with Tim was easy and extremely timely. There were no surprises with this rental. Everything was just as he stated. Thanks for everything Tim.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beyond expectations
We had a small family gathering to celebrate our son’s 10 birthday. Since it was his second socially distanced birthday we wanted it to be special. This rental went well beyond our expectations. Tim was an outstanding host and communication before, during, and after our stay was easy and helpful. The rental was immaculate and was cleaned the day of our arrival. The kitchen was fully stocked and made it easy to make great birthday feasts! There was still ice on the lake, but we loved waking up for beautiful sunrises and enjoying the view. We’d love to return in the summer to enjoy all that the lake home has to offer! Ping pong and the grand piano were favorites for the whole family! We had a wonderful time at this rental and can’t wait to return for summer time adventures!

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
We had a wonderful time. This is a clean and spacious home with a responsive and friendly host! We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Reed B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fall get away!!
Everything was great from beginning to end for our stay here! the location is great, the lake is amazing, and the house was perfect for the 12 of us (6 adults and 6 kids under 9). Thank you Tim!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream vacation place
Our vacation was like a dream... 🍁🍁🍁Spending time with my family is always good... 😊doing it in a perfect venue such as your Nevis home makes the experience a lot better 👍. Thanks for sharing your place with us. God bless 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall fishing trip
We rented this place because it had 10 separate sleeping beds. It worked out great. Layout is nice and there was room to hang around the large dining table or spend some quite time in another room. We had 3 boats and could dock one and pull the others up on the beach located on the property. Caught enough fish for a fish fry on our last day. Our group has stayed at many places over the years and this one we can highly recommend. Thank you for sharing your lake home. Out group had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for families!
This property was perfect for our large family. It had everything our kids (1yr-7rs) might need and had plenty of space for everyone! We enjoyed waking up to watch the sunrise off the dock, fishing for sunnies on the lake and ending the night by the fire. Tim, the owner, was fantastic! We didn’t have any issues that needed addressing, but he was very responsive to all our questions. Would definitely stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Lynn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
End of Summer Trip
We had a wonderful time at this lake house! The lake is crystal clear and the outdoor space is ideal for large groups. Nice eating area on the deck and many additional nice added benefits for families with kids (indoor and outdoor toys). The fire pit, kayaks/paddle boat/canoe and ping pong was fun for the entire group. Tim is very responsive and welcoming. The house is very well set up with clear directions. One thing to consider is that some of the mattresses might need to be replaced. We would definitely look to potentially come back next summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

David Z., Coon Rapids

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring fishing trip
Place was excellent for our spring fishing trip. A lot of room everything in working order. New easy to walk stairs to the lake. Would be a great spot of large family with kids of all ages. Tim was easy to work with and responded to text quickly. A suggest Tim, add a 6 foot hose to your outside water for rinsing feet and proved a table for fish cleaning. Well be considered for a return stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L., Omaha, NE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Weekend in Minnesota
The O’Niell cabin is absolutely stunning! We had the pleasure of staying there while visiting Minnesota for a friend’s wedding. The location is perfect, close to several attractions and restaurants (start your day with a delicious breakfast at the Great Northern Cafe!) The house was incredible. The lot was much bigger than we thought from the pictures, truly breathtaking!! Looking out over the lake and watching the sunrise is such a peaceful way to start your day. Would stay there again, highly recommend this property for families of all sizes and ages. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandy shores
Property was beautiful. Pontoon rental was very convenient. Lake is clean with Sandy beaches. Golf course in Park Rapids was wonderful. Would definitely go back!

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family up north getaway location!
Perfect Minnesota cabin nestled in the woods up against a beautiful lake. Perfect set-up for all ages! Beach ideal for the kids to make sand castles and wade or swim. A house perfect for gathering and hanging out - just as presented on the site. Thanks for sharing this little treasure with others! The Lynch Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

O’Neil house
We had a wonderful time staying here. The house is beautiful and has lots of room. They have everything that you could need there. Unfortunately the weather was not good but we made the best of it. We would definitely go back there. Thanks Tim for opening your home to us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Winter Fun Days!
We’re back again and have turned this amazing lake home into our Annual Family Winter Fun Days Trip! The lake home is top-notch, with so much space. The place stayed toasty warm and there’s a cozy fireplace in the living room. The kitchen has everything you need to cook and has a spectacular view from the dinner table. We had good luck ice fishing, which was a bonus! The giant snow covered white pine trees were beautiful. The lake home’s location is a cross country skier’s dream! Snowmobiling and Snowshoeing would be fun too. We plan on heading to the nearby Itasca State Park when we stay at this lake home next winter. The owners are great, highly recommended! Thank you!!

10/10 Excellent

Cody J.

Winter Wonderland
We (5 adults/1 child) spent our Christmas here and are already thinking about a return trip. Everything we needed was within reach and all necessities were provided saving us a ton of time and energy before our stay even began. There are a ton of sleeping options and arrangements so the young ones have the excitement of choosing a room and those less agile can find comfort and convenience all on the main plane. We had a very enjoyable stay in the dead of winter so a summer visit is certain to be an absolute treat. . . Highly Recommended!

About the host

Hosted by Tim

Host profile image
We live in Mpls, but vacation here year around. Loon Point is a magical escape!

Why they chose this property

Our family has vacationed on Lake Belle Taine in Nevis for 40+ years! This lake is one of the clearest and natural sandy bottomed lakes you'll ever see. It really is paradise.

What makes this property unique

Peace and quiet on a crystal clear lake with great restaurants nearby.

Languages:

German, Spanish
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