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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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McGregor, MN
  • Lake Minnewawa
    3 min drive
  • Minnesota National Golf Course
    11 min drive
  • Big Sandy Lake
    13 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area

About this property

Cabin Life

Holiday weeks are a 6 night minimum. 2018 Lund fishing Boat and 2 dune buggies included. Atv license required if born after July 1st 1987 . Full tank of gas included in all machines . 2 bars walking distance. Firewood , smoker , BB gun , some fishing gear ,breakfast , s’mores and more included . 2 bars on the lake. Cabin is one block off lake.

Property manager

Chris Nagengast

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Buggies are for the neighborhood , 5 mile radius . No driving at night. They must be at the cabin at sunset
Boat is for minnewawa only , no trailering, no driving at night. Boat must be at the dock at sunset
Pets on a leash at all times when outside .

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

McGregor

Located in McGregor, this holiday home is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of Mississippi River and Rice Lake National Refuge can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Minnesota National Golf Course.
Map
McGregor, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Minnewawa - 3 min drive
  • Minnesota National Golf Course - 11 min drive
  • Big Sandy Lake - 13 min drive
  • Savanna Portage State Park - 18 min drive
  • Kettle River - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bann's Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Prairie River Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Horseshoe Lake Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Roasting House - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin Life pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Cabin Life?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin Life?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cabin Life located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Lake Minnewawa and within 9 miles (15 km) of Big Sandy Lake and Minnesota National Golf Course. Mississippi River is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Summer Get Away
We enjoyed a wonderful relaxing stay at this property. The host was very accommodating and very responsive, any requests for help with the cabin and the toys were promptly responded to. Boat was excellent, and there were fish in the lake to catch. We did some four wheeling which was also a great adventure as there are many paths to take and explore right from the property. Overall, it was a great cabin experience, nice accommodation with plenty for us to do.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
We came up from Chicago and the drive was totally worth it to unwind for the week. The property was perfect and so quiet. Our lab absolutely loved running around and enjoying all the sniffs and sticks he could find. We enjoyed the bonfire one night. We took the boat our multiple times and the atv’s were awesome. Definetly let Chris take you out for a tour of the area. The next time we went the map on our cell phone helped us not get lost. The bonus of a washer and dryer was helpful after our atv rides and Chris leaves you detergent which is a plus. Chris checked in with us each day and gave us options of what to do in the area and made sure we had everything we needed. He left us eggs , bacon and other supplies to make s’mores ! My husband made ribs on a smoker that was there and they were great. Overall we loved our trip and will definetly be back in the future. There is a grocery store about 10 minutes away although we did bring a cooler of some meats we had at home. If you want to relax and chill and zone out and be comfortable this is the place to be. There is cell service along with wifi. Chris thank you for being so accommodating and letting us have an amazing vacation. Hawk is still sleeping it off!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend fishing with family
Chris is a great host, so much more than expected provided inside the cabin! So awesome to have boat use, the lake was great fun and we found enough good fish spots to make a meal. Regretfully never had time to use the atvs- we should have stayed longer! Comfy beds, great space. Highly recommend. (My 4 star for cleanliness refers to the outside, the yard could use a little tidying. Inside was very clean!) Thanks Chris for providing a great place on a Great Lake, with a boat!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
The listing was accurate, no surprises, Chris was amazing to work with. The boat was great, caught and released over a 100 fish in 2 days with 4 people. The buggies were fun to run around in even though we brought our own ATV’s. Would recommend to others and will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

DAVID C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
mom's picnic
Chris was a great host and wish I had the time to enjoy the cabin, lake, boat and ATVs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna K., Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay again!
This was the 2nd time me husband and I stayed, Chris was a great host and it was much needed time away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
We will be back! Chris was an amazing host that went above and beyond!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time!
We really enjoyed our stay. Nice house not too far from the lake. All kinds of fun stuff available (dune buggies, fire pit with smores supplies, etc.). Boat's available to use; really enjoyed riding around the lake. Chris was a great host, totally recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation cabin
Chris was a great host! Had so much fun with the ATVs and boating on lake minnewawa! He includes almost anything you need for a great vacation and is a wonderful host! Second time there and will definitely be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway
Great weekend getaway, we had a great time at Chris’s place, he is very responsive. Any questions we had he responded within just a few minutes and everything was just as listed. We had fun using the four wheeler‘s and a great boat ride on the lake. I will definitely be using Chris again next summer and I would recommend his place to anyone who’s looking to get away and have some peace and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean and Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value
What a great place to stay with plenty of things to do thrown in. The house is a cabin near the lake, with a boat dock a short walking distance away. The boat held us 4 comfortable and was fully equipped for fishing and playing on the water. Would be great with kids as well with the tubes. There are 2 bedrooms with beds and another bed in the second living area, which was perfect for us. The house was well stocked with everything you could need and more. We needed a filet knife and texted the owner, who showed up 3 minutes later with the knife. The owners are very attentive and responsive and check in by text daily to see if you need anything. The go carts are great fun with the trails that start right on the property and go throughout the community. This place was unlike any other we have stayed in and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Billy Jo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent choice
Chris was an excellent host, good communication, cabin has everything you need, kids and dog approved!! Loved it there wish my stay was longer.. can’t wait til next year to stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melinda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great stay. Had fun fishing and riding in the dune buggies
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good getaway
The cabin was pretty much what you would expect to find in a cabin in the woods. Many amenities included in the price, boat, dune buggies, tunes, etc. Chris even left some eggs and fresh bacon in the fridge for us as well as toys for our dogs! Does not have A/C so could get stuffy and pretty warm on hot, humid days
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Urelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway!
We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the serene cabin, and the fun buggies and boat! We'll be booking again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I'd give 10 stars if I could!
This is the 2nd year we have stayed at this property and hoping it will be annual vacation we do every year. Our family can't rave enough about it. Chris made improvements to the layout which makes the cabin feel even more roomy and comfy. There isn't anything that is NOT included. Boat and dune buggies come will full gas tanks (which saves tons with the gas prices right now!), smores and breakfast kits, all the fishing gear you need, plus much more! Chris was very helpful with daily activity suggestions. We took him up on his suggestions of a meat raffle one night and bingo the other night which was tons of fun. We ended up catching the max amount of fish we could keep so will be a trip to remember! Highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cabin and host goes above and beyond
I just want to reiterate what others have said, namely that Chris is a great host, the amenities are awesome, and the pictures don't do the cabin justice. We all had a great time. It was our 15 month old's first time on a boat and he just loved it. We even caught a couple Northern! Our dog loved the neighbors and everyone was very tolerant of her snooping around. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heidi O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet family fun
We had a great stay! Chris was super welcoming and helpful, checking in to see if we needed anything. We enjoyed the area, time outside, delicious restaurants, and some downtime together. All in all, a very nice trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nothing short of amazing!
I will rent this cabin again in a heartbeat! Pictures don't do it justice, he did a nice job making it nice. Boat and dune buggies were a blast!! Bar/Restaurant is within walking distance, the lake is a 2-minute walk and the fire pit in the back is very private and in the middle of the woods. Chris is very nice and hospitable. 5 stars had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great host, great memories!!
Chris met us at the property and showed us around, everything you need (and would want) is here. The dune buggies were a lot of fun, the boat was great! Chris had great communication and was very friendly! We will be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aston K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Chris goes above and beyond. Not only did he have the Dune buggy and boat available. There was bacon eggs and hashbrowns in the fridge. Smore stuff for the kids. Everything ready to build a fire. He really made our time away enjoyable. I hope Chris gets more properties and applies the same effort he puts into this one. If your looking for a country getaway this is the place. Thanks again. I'll be back this winter for the snowmobiles and ice fishing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Jennifer W.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Family get away
The owner was extremely helpful. He had a lot of activity options for us to do which was great, go carts, paddleboard, boat, horse shoes, etc. He was available anytime we had a question.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded Expectations!
Our family had a fantastic stay. Chris met us upon check-in to show us the cabin and how to run the dune buggies/boat. He even left us a s’mores and breakfast kit! This cabin has everything you need to have a great Up North vacation. Very clean and was better than the pictures described. Will definitely be renting here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin Life
Quiet, small town outdoor living. Lakeside and onshore fun for the sportsman and their family. High marks.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun!
The cabin and amenities included are great. My two teenage sons loved the buggies and the boat. We had a lot of fun driving around on the gravel paths, and spending time on the lake with the very nice boat. Chris was very hospitable and helpful. He was always just a text away with any question, and glad to help with whatever. We had plenty of firewood for the fire pit, and the kids had a great time with the slingshot, BB gun, and bow and arrows. We caught a few fish, using both our gear, and borrowing some from the cabin. The cabin is by no means perfect or pristine, but is clean. It was also fully stocked with bedding, towels, and kitchen equipment, and even some basic food items and spices! Thanks for the great stay Chris! We really appreciated spending part of our summer vacation there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Chris Nagengast

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I was lucky to be born into the Cabin Life. My Grandparents bought and built a cabin before I was born. I know what it takes to have fun at a cabin and that is why I provide you with everything I require to have a good time.

Why they chose this property

This is the best value on the Market! I don't Nickle and dime you to death. Oh, you want a boat ? That's $200 a day. You want a helmet? that's $20 a day. You want firewood? Buy 5 pieces for 6 dollars at the store. You want a off-road vehicle. that's $200 a day. You want to bring your dog? that's $50. This is a all inclusive cabin. Almost everything is provided and included.

What makes this property unique

toys,toys,toys If you just want to read a book by a fireplace or bring your own toys ,there is plenty of cabins on here that offer nothing but a bed and they will be a better value for you since my pricing reflects everything.

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