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Cozy Winter Getaway! Family Fun On Elm Island Lake.

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A stunning 2-story living room features a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace.
A 2nd story view of the dining table. Ample seating for your whole family.
Enjoy stunning sunset views for the large wrap-around deck, or lower patio.
A rustic post staircase heads to the 2nd-floor bedrooms and loft sleeping area.
A king-size Sleep Number bed, adjustble lamps, & ceiling fan for restful nights.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Aitkin, MN
  • Lone Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Farm Island Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Mille Lacs Lake
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Loft

1 Queen Bed

Main floor bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Main floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Cozy Winter Getaway! Family Fun On Elm Island Lake.

Imagine escaping to a charming lakeside cabin nestled in the woods on a peaceful dead-end street, this cabin offers a serene retreat any time of the year. Here’s a detailed description of this perfect family getaway:

~First Glance~
Expect to see a well-maintained cabin with charm and a Scandinavian vibe. There is ample off-street parking and an EV charger. Minimal traffic on our road makes this an ideal vacation for families with small children.

~Cabin Design~
The cabin features a spacious two-story great room, flooded with natural light from large windows that offer picturesque views of the lake and surrounding woods. The open layout enhances the sense of space and connection with nature. (Loons, hummingbirds, trumpeter swans, woodpeckers, owls...come and see our visitors)

~Lake Access~
Step outside onto a sandy lake bottom, perfect for swimming and water play. The gentle slope into the lake makes it ideal for children and adults alike to wade in comfortably.

~Outdoor Living~
A large deck (upper level) or patio (lower level) extends the living space outdoors, providing a perfect spot for enjoying meals, lounging in the sun, or simply soaking in the serene atmosphere. Lakeside there is a firepit with ample firewood. Lawn chairs are also provided.

~Lake Toys~
Explore the lake with the canoe or paddleboards. Make water play even more fun by using the water trampoline, splash pad, or floaties.

~Year-Round Appeal~
Whether it's swimming and water sports in the summer, cozying up by the fireplace, sledding in the winter, or enjoying the vibrant colors of fall foliage, this cabin offers a delightful escape in every season.

~Family-Friendly Amenities~
The cabin is equipped with amenities catering to families, such as board games, and books. There is also a crib, toys, and plastic dinnerware. We encourage you to unplug and reconnect. Memories made at the cabin will last a lifetime!

~Local Attractions~
Nearby, discover biking trails, local shops, and dining options, adding to the experience of exploring the area and making memories together.

This lakeside cabin getaway promises a perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and family bonding, making it an ideal retreat for creating lasting memories throughout the year.

Property manager

KRISTA CRAVEN

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
For the health of our septic, please do not flush any feminine products, condoms, or wipes down the toilet. Do not pour bleach or grease into drains.
If your stay includes staying overnight on Tuesday we ask that you have the trash bin at the end of the driveway by 7 am Wednesday. Thank you, kindly!
Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am. Please adhere to this rule as our permit could be revoked.

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

About the area

Aitkin

Located in Aitkin, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mississippi River and Farm Island Lake Wildlife Management Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Northern Pacific Depot and Aitkin County Fairgrounds. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Aitkin, MN

What's nearby

  • Lone Lake - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Sisabagamah Lake - 12 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Hanging Kettle Lake - 16 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Farm Island Lake - 17 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Mille Lacs Lake - 25 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pine Inn - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Inn Pine Inn Loco Eatery - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Beanery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Winter Getaway! Family Fun On Elm Island Lake. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Winter Getaway! Family Fun On Elm Island Lake. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Winter Getaway! Family Fun On Elm Island Lake. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Winter Getaway! Family Fun On Elm Island Lake. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Section Ten Lake, Lone Lake and Sisabagamah Lake. Spirit Lake and Hanging Kettle Lake are also within 9 miles (15 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

Tim N.

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

Quiet weekend away

We really enjoyed the cabin. After the kids shock that there was no tv, we got the chance to do puzzles, play board games, read books and spend a lot of time fishing on the dock. The house is very quiet and large enough for everyone to enjoy themselves. It was a little cold the first day we were there but then warmed up and we got to enjoy all the lake toys.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn H.

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

Scenic cabin that feels like home

Our family of five enjoyed a long weekend away at the Green County Cabin and enjoyed it immensely! The cabin had all we needed and more including phone chargers throughout. We enjoyed the comfortable couches, beds, dock and hours on the paddle boards! We will definitely be back- such a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina P.

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

Another great stay

We returned to Greene Co cabin due to its location. We had a relaxing stay with no need to leave with all the lake activities. Very clean and comfortable. We will definitely return, hopefully for a longer stay. Krista is a great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Brian L.

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

Great cabin, nice dock and beach

We enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It's a beautiful place. Our boys really enjoyed swimming and playing in the water and we enjoyed sitting out on the dock. The only drawback was the bugs. Thankfully, the end of the dock was a good reprieve.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE O.

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

A little piece of paradise!

We had a wonderful time! The views are amazing, and it is so peaceful and very quiet. The home has everything needed for your stay. The host were extremely helpful from beginning to end! We spent very precious time with our adult children we have not seen for 2 years! Thank you for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

2nd Annual Girl's Weekend

This was our 2nd time for girl's weekend at this cabin and it was just as great as it was last year! All the amenities are fabulous. Great living space and kitchen! The outdoor space is fantastic! Plenty of room on the dock for chairs. We will stay again! Thanks Krista!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy K.

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

Can’t wait to go back!

We rented this cabin for an end of summer getaway and to celebrate my birthday. I can’t imagine a better place to spend this family time! Everything we needed was available, communication was fantastic, the loons were calling and the stars were shining. We spent time playing on the Big Joe, swimming, eating at great places close by in Aitkin, played board games at the gorgeous table and watched the hummingbirds. Very relaxing, I’d highly recommend this beautiful cabin!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark H., Kasson, MN

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

Comfortable and quiet

Our family had a great week at Green County Cabin! It was very intentional to have a peaceful setting and to simply enjoy the lake-this place hit the mark perfectly. The multiple sleeping areas allowed all of us to have our own space. The kitchen was very well stocked with everything needed for home-cooked meals. The dining room table is plenty large to accommodate larger families or simultaneous activities. When cleaned off, we used it for ping pong- it was awesome! The deck overlooking the lake has a large table as well that we used frequently. As for the lake, we didn’t see any boats during the week, and only a couple on Saturday. Very quiet for mid July with ideal weather. Our teens enjoyed the paddle boards and Big Joe. Our son easily caught fish off the dock. The host is very responsive to any questions, but really, we didn’t have very many. We enjoyed our stay and would like to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brent C.

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

Family Getaway

We were looking for a place to bring our three kids to get away for a family weekend prior to school starting. This was the best choice we could have ever made. The cabin is beautiful and private, however it was close enough for us to find restaurant options and shopping. The lake does not have a lot of use, making it perfect for swimming, fishing, paddle boarding and canoeing. We built fires every night, making it that much more comfortable. We have rented many VRBO properties in the past and have found some owners to be slow with response. I didn't wait longer than a few minutes to get answers to any of my questions. Which really helps when you are trying to navigate a new place with three kids chomping at the bit to do things. The beds are comfortable, lots of kitchen tools for cooking of all meals, along with grilling as an option. It allowed us to cook big breakfasts and solid dinners. This property had everything we were looking for along with responsive owners. Our kids were already planning another trip to go back before we were out of the driveway. It was a perfect way to end the summer. I would recommend this property to anyone looking to unwind and enjoy the people they are traveling with!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

Weekend with old friends

We have stayed here with this group before and have always had a great time. Thanks for another great trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn H.

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

Relaxing getaway

Greene County cabin is a great place to stay and relax! We enjoyed our time on the water and indoors playing games. Such a comfortable setting - just feels like home!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Better than advertised!

WOW! What a fabulous find! This place was super clean, it had everything you would need in the kitchen, it was spacious inside and out! We will definitely be booking again for next years girls weekend. Krista got back to me super quick when I had a couple of questions. Overall, FABULOUS! Five stars from us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenna M.

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

Perfect!

A beautiful, peaceful spot to have girls Christmas weekend! Would definitely recommend and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

Friends weekend

We had a wonderful weekend. The communication was great. The cabin was perfect for what we were looking for and was also clean and well equipped. I would absolutely recommend this for a trip to the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristina P.

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

Peace on the water

We just returned from five nights at Greene Co Cabin on Elm Island Lake. The setting is secluded with a wonderful beach and the cabin offers all the comforts of home away from home. Check in, check out and communication with the owner was excellent as she was able to answer any questions for us during our stay. The kitchen is well equipped for meal preparations. There are large windows facing the lake with beautiful sunset views and a deck to relax on. The beach is sandy, which is great for swimming, and the use of the canoe and paddle boards made the time in the water especially fun. Fishing off the dock and around the lake was great as we caught (and released) many fish. The trip into Aitkin is about 10 minutes for groceries and town activities. We had a great time at Green Co Cabin and will book again when our travels take us back to the lake country of MN.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by KRISTA CRAVEN

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My name is Krista. My husband, Andrew, and I live in St. Paul, MN. We have three kids. Our oldest is married, and they farm an hour north of the Twin Cities. Very exciting! We have a daughter who is in college and our youngest son is just finishing high school.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this cabin just as the pandemic was starting and shortly after I lost both of my parents. The cabin and its beautiful setting was a welcome distraction and a lovely place to heal as our family grieved the loss of my parents and also navigated the challenges the pandemic brought to our kids. We hope that those renting the cabin will also be blessed by this amazing, beautiful, peaceful place!

What makes this property unique

A quiet lake, great for fishing!
A peaceful neighborhood on a dead-end road.
Did I mention the breathtaking sunsets?!?!

Languages:

English