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April Discounts!! Come Enjoy Spring in Crosslake - Fireplace, Sunsets, & Porch!!

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Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Crosslake, MN
  • Cross Lake Recreation Area
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Crosslake Town Square
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Crosslake Community Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

+4
8 Single Beds

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

April Discounts!! Come Enjoy Spring in Crosslake - Fireplace, Sunsets, & Porch!!

If you are looking for the 'cabin experience', then you need to visit Sunset Haus! This classic Minnesota cabin won't disappoint. This property was completed June 2020, it is brand new inside and out!!! Done in a true cabin feel, it has a wonderful open floor plan on the main level that features a combined great room/kitchen/living room with a large fieldstone fireplace with plenty of seating for those chilly nights. The main level features vaulted ceilings and a wonderful porch overlooking the lake with panoramic views of beautiful O'brien Lake, including wonderful sunsets. The main level further features 2 bedrooms: a master bedroom with attached bathroom complete with custom tile shower, and an additional main floor bedroom with separate bath and custom tile shower. The main floor has a mud room entry area and laundry closet for your use. The lower level features an additional queen bedroom, a bunk room with 8 built in bunks , and the bathroom is set up to accommodate a crowd, with separate areas for the tile shower room, toilet room and vanity. In addition, the lower level features a game/puzzle table along with a cozy sectional couch and entertainment area with a 75” TV for a rainy day or movie night! The upper level of the cabin has a second Master Suite, featuring a queen bedroom and an attached bath with another custom tile shower. The great room and porch flow seamlessly to a large lakeside flagstone firepit area just steps from the water for those true Minnesotan's (firewood included of course)! For the "grill master" of the family there is a paver grilling area complete with new Weber gas grill and seating to keep the "grill master: company. And lastly, the rental comes complete with a pontoon boat (2020 Bennington) for you to enjoy the lake. For those that need to stay connected, the cabin also includes Wi-Fi and two high definition Smart TVs with cable, and the cabin also has a Sonos Music system, so you can enjoy music while you relax. And don't worry, you won't be “roughing it”, the cabin was done in good taste so along with the granite counter tops, the wood plank floors, and the reclaimed details it also has air conditioning, new appliances, and a Kinetico softened water system.

Situated 5 miles east of the town of Crosslake, crystal clear Lake O'Brien is spring fed with a water clarity of 24', the cleanest lake in the entire watershed district. The lake itself is surrounded by mature pines. There is approximately 5 miles of shoreline, of which about a quarter of the lake is undeveloped state owned property. During the summer, this recreational lake is perfect for fishing, skiing, wake boarding canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding and all water based activities, including floating on an air mattress!! There is a sandbar where you can walk across the lake which is a favorite gathering spot for 'kids of all ages'!! It's location on a quiet tar township road make it perfect for a morning walk or bike ride. During the winter months the lake is perfect for ice fishing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and is a perfect base camp to access the endless miles of groomed snowmobile trails.

Sunset Haus is perfect for a family, or an extended family, and because of the set up It can work for 4 families with kids, a couples getaway weekend, or a small family reunion - the options are many. We have a strict limit of 16 occupants. There are 4 Queen beds (1 per bedroom), 8 single beds (in the bunk area). We do keep our calendar updated and so if you are seeing availability then it's likely available. Upon reservation confirmation you'll receive a complete 'what to bring' list ahead of your stay so you are prepared for your time up north. Feel free to inquire with any questions you may have and we’ll be prompt to reply! We pride ourselves on keeping our property and structures/equipment pristine and are certain we'll exceed your expectations in that regard. And further, since we also live on this lake, should any questions or problems arise we can respond quickly. In fact, your only disappointment will be when you have to leave!!

NOTE: The pontoon is in the water, and use is included in the stated rental rates, from approximately early May - late September.

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Stonetree Properties - Matt and Renae Balmer
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Amenities

Kitchen
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Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Additional Pet Fee Applies
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
~ Maximum of 16 Occupants ~ Smoking inside cabin will result in forfeiture of Damage Deposit ~ Must clean up after your dog (if bringing dog)

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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
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

Crosslake

Located in Crosslake, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Crosswoods Golf Course and Golden Eagle Golf Club 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 Crow Wing State Forest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Crosslake, MN

What's nearby

  • Cross Lake Recreation Area - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Crosslake Town Square - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Kicks on Route 66 - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Crosslake Community Center - 15 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Big Trout Lake - 17 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪50 Lakes Bar & Bottle Shop - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Manhattan Beach Lodge - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is April Discounts!! Come Enjoy Spring in Crosslake - Fireplace, Sunsets, & Porch!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at April Discounts!! Come Enjoy Spring in Crosslake - Fireplace, Sunsets, & Porch!!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at April Discounts!! Come Enjoy Spring in Crosslake - Fireplace, Sunsets, & Porch!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is April Discounts!! Come Enjoy Spring in Crosslake - Fireplace, Sunsets, & Porch!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Crow Wing State Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pine Lake and Adney Lake. Crosslake Town Square and Cross Lake Recreation Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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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

Maurício André H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place.
We loved everything. We will definitely be back. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun Weekend
We had an amazing time! played games, roasted marshmallows in the outside firepit. watched movies and simply enjoyed time telling stories and chatting in front of the family room wood burning fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elevated Cozy Cabin
We LOVED our stay and are already talking about return trip in the future. The bedrooms are clean, spacious, and comfy. The bathrooms and showers were clean with plenty of towels. We loved the style of all the spaces. There is an elevated cabin feel with cool design elements. We loved the mix of wood and eclectic tile. Upstairs features a fireplace, large dining table with benches, and an open concept kitchen. The basement has a big cozy couch and a large TV. We liked having both options--upstairs for board games and the basement for movies and video games. Since we visited in winter, we spent most of our time indoors, but did adventure out onto the snowy, frozen lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Northwoods C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful
Lovely home.Wonderful stay.Excellent hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
This place was great! Marvelous cabin, we really loved the space for kids, nice kitchen and the fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Volha K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday getaway
We had an amazing stay at the cabin! The property is so beautiful, clean and stylish, and was super comfortable for 4 families with kids. We got together for the New Year Eve and had an amazing time. The cabin was decorated for the holidays, and even had a full-size beautiful Christmas tree with lights, that was a pleasant surprise, that we enjoyed on top of all other house decor. The real wood burning fireplace was perfect addition to the festive and cozy holiday atmosphere in the cabin. There was plenty wood provided. The hosts were very responsive and accommodating. We had 7 kids under the age of 11, and they loved the bunkbeds set up downstairs with comfy couches, game table and tv. There were plenty blankets for them to get cozy when playing games or watching the movies. It was a perfect winter getaway, that we all will remember! Thank you, Matt and Renae, for the accommodations, and creating such a great place to enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience
We could not have asked for a better cabin for our extended family Christmas. The ambience, amenities, bedrooms and proximity to town were perfect. The fireplace became the gathering spot each day after activities. Everyone left wanting to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick & Joni B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for family Christmas gathering!
Sunset Haus was absolutely beautiful and had everything we needed for our family Christmas gathering. Everything was as described in the listing and exceeded expecations. We would love to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family retreat celebration
We celebrated our birthdays with all the grandkids and adults and it was one of my best birthday celebrations. I truly was blown away by the decor and comfort level. I would love to be able to stay again. We didn’t want to leave, took our time taking it all in. I was so empresses by the layout of all the rooms. The furniture was top notch for a rental. I loved all the decor and outside layout was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway Fall cabin
Stayed here for a few days to get away up north with friends. Beautiful cabin on a quiet lake. Well provisioned and a great space to cook, play games and enjoy the outdoors! Love the fire pit! Renae was super helpful and the check in and out process was easy. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience
This place is beautiful, clean and the view was amazing!! We all had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Sunset Haus!
This was our third time staying at beautiful Sunset Haus on Lake O'Brien. We can't say enough good things about this lake home which is exactly as described, beautifully decorated, and every amenity you need while up north. We were there with another couple from Oct 12-19 and timed it perfectly with peak fall colors. The guys caught fish every day including a nice walleye! There is so much to see and do in the Brainerd Lakes area. The cabin is perfectly located - easy to get to grocery store, gas station, nearby bars and restaurants - yet tucked in the woods on a quiet lake for peace and relaxation. We love this cabin and would highly recommend to anyone considering a stay. A true up north gem!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin
My family loved this cabin! Room for all of us (13&dog). Such unique decor, beautiful bathrooms, big dinning table, porch with lake view and comfy daybed, the awesome fire pit, the bunk beds were so fun. We used the pontoon on the beautiful small quiet lake and caught crappies, saw eagles, and loons. We try to find different places to rent for our fall family vacation but we all think this might be the place to come back to year after year it was that great!! Great communication with hosts. Definitely a 10.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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Good trip
Excellent in every way
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly Recommend!
My Family and I stayed here and everything about this property was better than advertised. Very Highly Recommend if you are looking for a fun, peaceful and relaxing get away!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Gem
We rent a cabin for a week every summer in the Brainerd lake area. Our requirements are they have to have a pontoon and allow pets! These places are not easy to find, but we did find a little piece of heave. It is a beautiful cabin, nice pontoon and a great place for dogs… I couldn’t ask for more!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a large family
We stayed a week at this house in mid-August. It was perfect for two families (4 adults and 4 children) - and we easily could have invited more people. Communication was super easy around check-in and what to expect during our stay. We brought our own pool/lake floats, and that was a really good addition. I wouldn't expect a house to come with these, but I would recommend them to anyone planning to stay. The kitchen had all the items we would need to host family gatherings. The house supposedly came with a Sonos system, but I didn't find one and couldn't connect to one via wifi? But we brought a portable speaker, so we didn't have a problem. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation in July
Beautiful cabin that was a joy to stay at. Our family had a great trip and had a lot of fun fishing and playing with the little ones at the cabin’s beach area. I would recommend if someone is traveling with little ones, to bring a baby gate as the staircase to lower level is steep. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing family getaway!
We had an incredible week at this beautiful property! The decor, pontoon and setting was fabulous! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation
This was our 2nd stay at Matt & Renae’s priorities. Their properties are excellent and the area is great. The cabin gives you an up North feel but close to town for easy groceries or restaurants. I highly recommend their properties!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family and pet friendly getaway
Our Christmas gift to our adult children, their spouses and new in-laws last year was the gift of spending time together. We rented the cabin Memorial Weekend and had 10 adults ranging from 21 to 85 yrs old. We also had 2 dogs. The cabin never felt crowded and had a really cozy feel. We spent most of our day playing yard games, fishing and cruising on the pontoon. The evenings consisted of large dinners and cocktails around the large fire pit. The owners were most welcoming and answered any questions we had. They also understood how special it was we could bring our furry family members. They treated us with kindness and respect. I hope we will be able to rent again in the future. Our children said it was the best gift they ever received. Memories of time spent together are priceless!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Sunset Haus
This is our 2nd stay at Sunset Haus and we will be returning this fall. This rental home is like living in the pages of MN Cabins magazine! Lake O'Brien is a quiet, peaceful lake without the water traffic on the Whitefish Chain. If you are considering renting this cabin, I would not hesitate as everything is as advertised and the owners are wonderful. Peaceful, relaxing location but still close to groceries, restaurants, trails and many things to do in Crosslake/Brainerd area. Highly recommend -- 5 stars all the way!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mothers Day/Fishing Opener
Great getaway! Great cabin! Great weather! Loved that you allowed our grand-dog to come too. Pontoon was a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cabin get-away
Beautiful cabin and location. We went as a family and had such a relaxing time. Just played games, listened to the loons and other birds, did a little fishing and pontoon-ing. The cabin owners communicated with us well, everything was clean and comfortable. Just had a great time. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cabin
My wife found this as a place to stay for her 50th Birthday. We have our amazing cabin, but always love to rent a few others through out the year for something different. Far more relaxing with no projects. This place was beyond amazing and we really enjoyed the rainy spring weekend to just relax with family. We would certainly rent form this amazing host again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Stonetree Properties - Matt and Renae Balmer

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As Crosslake “natives” both Renae and I have lived in Crosslake our entire lives. My family, starting with my Great-Grandmother, has been on O’brien Lake since the 1930’s - in fact our kids will be the 5th generation to enjoy the magic waters of O’brien Lake. While Renae grew up on nearby Cross Lake, we reside permanently on O’brien Lake, and also own and operate 2 rental cabins on the lake, and have 3 active kids (2 sons and a daughter) that we chase around Minnesota most of the year to their various activities (hockey, barrel horse racing, etc, etc). We are proud to be native “Crosslakers” and are certain you will fall in love with the beauty of both O’brien Lake, and more generally the entire Crosslake Area.

Why they chose this property

Sunset Haus is a newly constructed cabin on the shores of beautiful O’brien Lake. This "modern rustic" cabin – completed in July of 2020 – features a gentle elevation to the lake with west facing views that include breathtaking nightly sunsets as the sun falls below the towering pines across the lake. Perfect for a family getaway, or larger extended family or groups, this home has 4 bedrooms (2 of which are suites), 4 bathrooms, plus a bunkroom with 8 bunks for the kids. And there is plenty of room to spread out between the porch, the main level great room, and the family room in the lower level. The Sunset Haus features a real stone woodburning fireplace, a wonderful lakeside screen porch to relax and dine in, a large outdoor flagstone firepit area, and all the conveniences such as wireless internet, a modern kitchen, and a Sonos sound system. AND, all late spring, summer, and early fall rentals include full use of the pontoon boat pictured in the listing - but be prepared, O’brien Lake is magical and you will fall in love with it!! Sunset Haus is perfectly located just 5 miles east of the town of Crosslake on a quaint (tar) road perfect for morning walks, a run, or bike rides.

What makes this property unique

We have 1 other rental property on O’brien Lake (Lazy Pines – Vrbo# 692976). Located about 1 mile from Lazy Pines, the 2 properties can be reserved together to allow multiple families, or larger groups, to stay in close proximity to one another.

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