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Now Booking Summer 2025!

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Beach
Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 16260.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Merrifield, MN
  • Brainerd International Raceway
    22 min drive
  • Horseshoe Lake
    29 min drive
  • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
    32 min drive
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    21 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bunk House- Extra fees apply for bunk house

+6
4 Single Beds, 4 Queen Beds and 2 King Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main Level Guest bath

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Now Booking Summer 2025!

A beautiful home on Lake Edward with many outdoor amenities great for large groups and entertaining. You can expect to never be bored with countless indoor and outdoor activities across every season. Outdoor activities include paddle-boarding, kayaking, swimming, biking/hiking, basketball, jet-skiing, fishing, kids play set.

Our goal as Hosts is to include as many things as possible in the home to make your stay as relaxing and comfortable as possible. We want you to show up with your family, your food and your beverages and enjoy your stay without having to pack extras like kleenex, zip lock bags, spices, etc. or running to the store all the time to get the essentials you need.

The water is crystal clear and the beach is sugar sand. There is great fishing on the lake- even off the dock. Crappies, Bass, Northerns, and Walleyes can be found on teh 2600 acre Lake Edward.

Home is very well appointed with anything you could possibly want or need on vacation. Chefs kitchen with 6 burner gas range, and large Viking Refrigerator. Kitchen is fully stocked with all the essentials and more to cook and entertain your group on vacation. Coffee options are Keurig single cup or full drip coffee pot. Enjoy your morning cup of coffee in the screened porch in one of the many coffee mugs to choose from- choose your mood for the day.

Crockpots, pancake griddle, magic Bullet and just about any other kitchen gadget you can think of are included.

Built in bar in Dining room has additional beverage fridge and more wine glasses, and drink glasses/mugs than you could possibly need.

Bathrooms are fully stocked with more than enough towels, shampoo and conditioner and body wash and many more essentials.

Smart TV's are located in the Living Room, The Primary Bedroom, and the Bonus Room of the house. Oversized Smart TV in the Entertainment Shed for movie nights or to watch the Big Game.

The bonus room is a great kids hang out or work area with its on Smart TV, large couch, and desk.

The home has Sonos music system to play music in the home, on the patio and in the shed via the Sonos App on your phone or the Tablet provided in the home.

Included in the rental is a detached finished game shed to keep everyone busy on rainy or snowy days. The entertainment shed has games galore- Golden Tee, Pool Table, Air Hockey, Foosball, Shuffleboard, Chess Table, Ski-ball, Giant Connect 4 and Corn Hole. The shed also has a full size fridge, dishwasher, Mini Keurig, Toaster Oven and Microwave for entertaining in the shed.

Also included is Beach towels, floaties for the water, beach games like golf chipping game and floating spike ball. Water basketball with the dock mounted basketball hoop. Coolers and a wagon available for taking food and drink to the beach or to the boat.

Water toys include 2 Paddle boards, 3 kayaks, and a canoe.

A pontoon boat lift is available for use as well as a Jet ski lift. Rent from one of the local rental places and keep boat/water craft on the dock. Renters use the lifts and docks at their own risk.

There are two fire pits for evening gatherings- firewood is included. Watch the amazing sunsets around the firepit closest to the house.

A large Rainbow Play Set is on site as well as outdoor basketball hoop for hours of entertainment for the kids.

We do not allow weddings or events at the Cottage.

Boat rentals close by at Shing Wako Resort.
https://www.shingwako.com/resort-activities-fun/

Dave's Sportland for boat and Jet ski rentals and many other local rental companies that will deliver to Lake Edward public access.

Fish house rentals available for winter fishing as well. Snow mobile trail goes right by the home and snow mobile rentals available:
https://www.boatsandbeyondrentals.com/fish-house-rentals/

Property manager

LeAnn Sather

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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: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Events must be approved by owner, additional fees.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet Time at 10 pm. To be respectful of neighbors, there shall be quiet time from 10 pm to 8 am. No loud music at any time during the stay.
NO SMOKING allowed anywhere on the property. If smoking occurs- renter will be charged fine of $500.

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Events must be approved by owner, additional fees.
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

About the area

Merrifield

Located in Merrifield, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The Pines Golf Course and Nisswa City Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway and Nisswa Family Fun Center. Travelling with kids? Consider MN Surf Co and Wildwedge Golf & Mini Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Merrifield, MN

What's nearby

  • Gull Lake - 18 min drive
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 22 min drive
  • Horseshoe Lake - 29 min drive
  • Legacy at Cragun's - 34 min drive
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harpo's Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mission Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Northwoods Inne - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Andy's Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Merrifield Diner - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Now Booking Summer 2025! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Now Booking Summer 2025! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Now Booking Summer 2025! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Now Booking Summer 2025! located?

This Merrifield holiday home is on the beach, 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Mississippi River, and within 12 mi (20 km) of The Pines Golf Course and Traditional Golf Course. Whitebirch Golf Course and Gull Lake are also within 12 miles (20 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

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Vacation
Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Heather A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice stay on Lake Edwards
The property itself is very nice…it’s close though to a pretty major road, that had car noise on it all the time. Main house is well stocked with all the extras you typically bring along to a VRBO, so that was super nice. Beach is great - we had wonderful weather too, so that made it even better. It’s quite a hike between the shed, the main house and the beach… So if you have someone who is not very mobile, keep that in mind. My only complaint would be that I think the listing is very misleading with all of the photos that they show, and the fact that the rooms in the shed are additional on top of the already expensive daily nightly rates. There were 14 of us, and the listing says that it can accommodate 16 people… So we assumed we had the entire property. Upon checking in, we were informed that they assume 16 people can sleep in the main house. That means that two people are sleeping in each of the five full beds and that 14 of the houseguests are all upstairs, sharing one bathroom. I would just recommend considering all of this when booking the property… The bunkhouse looks fabulous, and that was part of what we loved, for the grandkids to be able to stay together and have a fun time. It was quite a disappointment when we found out that was going to be significantly more each night and ended up having to go purchase air mattresses to accommodate our sleeping needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome spot
Great house and location, 2nd annual trip for our group and looking forward to next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bachelorette/ Bachelor Party
It was such a beautiful location and plenty of fun games. Would highly recommend staying there!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter trip
Had a great winter break. Property was great for a family and friend get together. Entertainment shed was great for kids and adults. House had plenty of space for all (6 kid, 6 adults)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Vacation
This property was very beautiful, even covered with snow. Although the recommended vendors within the property listing for winter activities were no longer offering their services this year, my group was able to find ice fishing elsewhere to salvage the weekend. I will absolutely consider returning to this property in the summer months. Very nice property with a ‘home’ feeling!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Retreat
Perfect family get away
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Property
Everything was perfect! The 80s Ladies enjoyed our weekend at this beautiful home. Highly recommend this home for a family or friends get away. They had towels, spices and coffee to name a few. There was even shampoo, soap, Qtips and makeup pads. This is probably my favorite property I’ve stayed at! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi R., St. Bonifacius, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect family weekend
This house is fantastic! It has everything you need and more. We loved the special touches like the variety of drinking glasses and coffee mugs, the multitude of dishes, the blankets, etc. so home-like and welcoming! The shed was the real MVP, however. We spent many hours playing games and listening to music. It was the perfect spot for our grown children to hang out (ages 18-25). The bathrooms were the only things that were slightly awkward. While the second floor sleeps 16 people, it only has one bathroom. Not a deal breaker by any means, but something to think about. Overall, an amazing place! We have already talked about a return visit. 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful autumn lake trip
The home was fantastic. Very spacious, well appointed with everything you need in the kitchen, and just a comfortable place to spend time with family. Thanks to LeAnn for the smooth checkin process. One important note, the first floor is very accessible for people with disabilities. My brother is in a power wheelchair and was able to get in and around the house without issue. Finally, the property really has a lot of natural beauty in and around it. We had some really amazing sunsets both from the back patio and the dock.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place!
My work group had a great time, what an awesome house and pole barn. Listing is very accurate, tons of household essentials so you don’t have to worry about packing extra stuff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous home, beautiful setting, lots of amenities!
Our family had a wonderful time staying at this beautiful home. It's decorated very nicely. The game shed which had every "bar game" imaginable was a fun spot for our family reunion...The kids loved the playground, too. There were many water toys for us to use - lily pad, kayaks, paddle boards, sand toys.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Fun
We had the best time!! Carefree days for the grandchildren ♥️ Lots of time on the lake, fishing, surfing, waterskiing etc…. Beautiful sunsets!! Love Minnesota!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family getaway!
We spent a week at this wonderful house with our family over the 4th of July, and had a fantastic time! The house was stocked with everything we could possibly need, and we saw the most amazing sunsets on the beach. It was a week of swimming, boating, campfires, and laughter, and we enjoyed every moment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Edward Vacation
All that is advertised and more. My best VRBO to date.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Home
Home was so cozy and had all necessity items for baking/cooking. Beds/pillows were SO comfy. Worth the drive for our Family Christmas
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Beautiful ... perfect for family gathering!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Like a dream
It’s hard to put into words how magical the property was for a small wedding. We had originally planned for an early fall outdoor wedding, trying to take advantage of all the wonderful views and fun activities on the property, but it rained ALL weekend instead. We moved everything into their AMAZING shed and had a blast nonetheless. The main house, shed, and beach area were such a hit for all who came. The entire experience could not have been better. LeAnn was a great host, answering all my questions and phone calls right away. My husband and I loved it so much that we decided to rent here again in the future as a new anniversary tradition! That is… if there’s availability. I have a feeling this property is going to be booked years out :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K., Waconia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House!
This house was incredible. They had EVERYTHING you could ever need! I will definitely be coming back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morgan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Perfect atmosphere and property overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, even better lake
This VR was perfect for us! A beautify home with tons of space and activities to do. The beach was immaculate and the water crystal clear. Large dock gave options for watercraft rentals we arranged for. Very accommodating and great communications with owner. Would absolutely return back for another vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

scott f., Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even better than advertised
I highly recommend this property for the most discerning of renters. We have been renting high end places in the Brainerd area (Whitefish Chain and Gull Lake) for 20 years and this was our best experience yet. We spent a week on Lake Edward with our family this summer. The home was conducive to family time: A+ kitchen and dining area for meals, expansive screen porch for every occasion, campfire spot for evening s’mores roasting, and super comfy beds. Clean, well appointed, and homey. The dock and sandy beach (no swimmers itch!) were great for adults and kids alike. Lots of supplied toys (kayaks, paddle boards, canoe) made recreating easy and fun. There is a lift to dock both a pontoon and jet ski, which we rented from a local outfitter that was easy. The capper might have been the bunkhouse. It’s a separate structure that is immaculately done. Our kids stayed there and had their own haven to enjoy bonding time. LeAnn was the consummate hostess. She was responsive to our needs and gracious with her time. We would love to come back. Thank you to the Sathers!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Want for nothing
This property is amazing, there is nothing it does not have! We had a wedding to attend with family. We decided it had been a long time that we spent time together. There was a lot of room, relaxation, space to be alone. I would not hesitate to rent again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kostantina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Lake Vacation
I was a little worried booking this property. The listing was new and there were no reviews when I booked. I've read horror stories about people showing up to ghost listings. I was so relieved when we showed up and the property looked even better then the listing photos. We stayed a week and our group was made up of 6 adults, and 5 kids (11yrs to 10months). There was plenty of space for everyone to spread out in the home. The amenities were exceptional! LeAnn provided everything you might need or forgot while packing and more. The game room was a hit with everyone and she even provided items to use at the beach or on a boat. The best part of the house in the kid's opinion was the lake or maybe their own private playground or maybe the kid sized room under the stairs. The lake was sandy, warm and shallow which allowed even the 1 year olds to sit in the water and play. We had a slight issue with one of the toliets, but LeAnn had someone out within a few hours to remedy it. The only small downside in my opinion was that the bathtub was a little slippery so the kids had issues standing or moving around. Overall we were all very pleased with our stay and would happily stay there again when back in Minnesota.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th of July Stay
This is a beautiful property with all amenities that one would need. It was very clean and well maintained. We loved this spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by LeAnn Sather

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Our family is a busy family of 6 with 4 teenagers and crazy busy sports schedules. We bought the Cottage at Lake Edward because it is perfect for our big family and extending family of cousins, and grandparents and friends. We love all water sports and fishing. We also love winters at the Cottage with ice fishing, snowmobiling, and snow shoeing.

Because our family schedule is so busy we are able to share our beautiful property with Guests like you to enjoy. We have so many amazing memories at the Cottage and we have learned that memories with family are the best gift!

What makes this property unique

When we were searching for our lake home- 6 things were important to us:

1- Sandy Beach for swimming
2- Good fishing lake
3- Plenty of room for our large family and our friends
4- Plenty of activities for everyone to enjoy
5- A Chef's kitchen for entertaining because we love to cook
6- Most important- SUNSETS!!! We have the best sunsets!
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