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Lake Home, 5 min to Nisswa, Close to Paul Bunyan State Trail! Near shops & golf!

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Living area
Private kitchen
Open floor plan that includes the kitchen, dining room and main living room
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Pequot Lakes, MN
  • Nisswa City Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • The Pines Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Gull Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

4th Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

5th Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs shared bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Lake Home, 5 min to Nisswa, Close to Paul Bunyan State Trail! Near shops & golf!

This beautiful lakefront retreat offers breathtaking water views, a serene setting, & convenient access to everything you need!
Features you'll love:
- Spacious Layout - Upstairs & downstairs living & spacious bedrooms
- Lakefront Bliss – Enjoy direct access to the water for kayaking, fishing, or simply relaxing!
- Outdoor Living – A deck and patio provide the perfect spot to soak in the lake views!
- Prime Location – Close to state bike trail, golf courses, and downtown shopping & dining!


Pine Cone Cottage is a spacious 2,600 sq. ft property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.
The kitchen is stocked with all major appliances and utensils for homemade evening meals, as well as the essential coffee pot (regular drip coffee pot) for guests to enjoy with complimentary coffee from a local roastery to enjoy! There is a dining room table that comfortably seats 6 guests (4 chairs and a bench) and two additional bar stools.

The upstairs family room boasts great views of the lake, as well as comfortable seating in front of a stone fireplace. Enjoy walking out to the deck and listening to the morning loons while enjoying a cup of coffee or tea!

The downstairs family room provides a spacious and comfortable experience for all ages. There are games provided that will be sure to create instant laughs and lasting memories, as well as a newly added ping pong table!

In the master bedroom, there is a full-bath as well as a king size mattress and walk-in-closet.
The other four bedrooms provide a cozy and comfortable queen size mattress and closet space in each room.

There is a beautiful and spacious laundry room located right off of the main entrance door on the first floor.

The downstairs family room provides a spacious and comfortable experience for all ages. There is a ping pong table and games provided that will be sure to create instant laughs and lasting memories.

Outside deck includes a table and chairs, grill. A fire pit also available with ample firewood provided for use!

Property manager

Emily Bitter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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: 24
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking, including vaping in the house or on premises No drug use, including marijuana
According to local regulations, quiet hours are between 10 PM-7 AM each day
No fireworks/hazardous materials

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Pequot Lakes

Located in Pequot Lakes, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Mississippi River and Crow Wing State Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include MN Surf Co and Nisswa Family Fun Center. Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway and Wildwedge Golf & Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Pequot Lakes, MN

What's nearby

  • MN Surf Co - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Nisswa City Park - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Nisswa Family Fun Center - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • The Pines Golf Course - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Gull Lake - 8 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lucky's Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy*s - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hunts Point Sportsman's Club - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Home, 5 min to Nisswa, Close to Paul Bunyan State Trail! Near shops & golf! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Home, 5 min to Nisswa, Close to Paul Bunyan State Trail! Near shops & golf!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Home, 5 min to Nisswa, Close to Paul Bunyan State Trail! Near shops & golf!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Home, 5 min to Nisswa, Close to Paul Bunyan State Trail! Near shops & golf! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Nisswa City Park and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from MN Surf Co. Pequot Lakes Dog Park and Fritz Loven Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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

Fall get away

we had a great time . House was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

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

Very nice property

We had a very comfortable stay. The neighborhood is quiet and beautiful. The space wasn’t quite as clean as I hoped. There was sticky stuff on the counter, crumbs on the dining table, and some leaves and pine needles on the floor. I cleaned it up and we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Great Girls Weekend Up North

5 gals who travel together had a wonderful time at Pine Cone Cottage. It was so close to Nisswa and Pequot Lakes. The house was spacious, and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

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

Wonderful Spot!

Already talking with friends about coming back next year. Great spot, great location, great water access (we swam and kayaked), great host. The only tiny comment is that it is close to 371 and you can hear a bit of traffic. Not a big deal, and we’d come back again, but it is there. All good!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Orlan H.

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

Motorcycle Trip to the Drag Races

Property was very nice, location worked very well to take daily motorcycle rides and good location for going to B.I.R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nicki A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home but lake is lacking

My kids and I enjoyed our stay. We were happy with everything except the lake, it was full of lily pads and weeds all around the dock The area where the provided kayaks can enter the lake was also full of lily pads and weeds. We expected that the kids would be able to jump off the dock and swim, but this was not the case. Based on the amount they charge per night, we expected the lake to be nicer than it was!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lue G.

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

Girls weekend

Our stay here was very nice. It was clean and spacious. The only negative was the highway noise when we were on the deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis A.

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

One of the best

The best stay we’ve ever had! This location had it all. And the property manager was very accommodating and a pleasure to communicate with. Would definitely recommend to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Girls Weekend

The place was very clean and had all the essentials we needed! Would recommend this place for anyone with a lake view!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Shawny L.

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

2023 Brainard ice tournament

Nice, clean, and spacious. Great for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Beth J.

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

Family Christmas weekend

The property was easy to find and looked just as the photos had advertised. The downstairs beds were not very comfortable but we made it work by having some people sleep on couches. Would have been nice to have extra pillows and blankets available for the beds. It was clean and the host was very responsive! Beautiful views too!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K., Maplewood, Mn

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

Family wedding in Nisswa

Our family needed a place to stay for a family wedding happening in Nisswa. It was only 4 miles away so it was convenient to the Catalyst event space. My grandkids loved the VRBO..especially the ping pong table! Plenty of space for the entire family of 10. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

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

Girl's Weekend

Wonderful place for a girl's weekend! Clean, spacious, and perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

Great place to stay

We had a great time as a family. The place was clean, beds comfortable, as well as the seating areas in the living room and downstairs. We enjoyed a fire one night roasting hot dogs and smores. Thanks so much for the firewood. Thank you for a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Rhonda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Beautiful Cabin

Beautiful cabin with lovely amenities. If you are planning on spending time there on the deck be aware of traffic noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

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

Family getaway

Great location to many sites around Nisswa and Pequot Lakes. Spacious house with room for all. Fun time, looking forward to returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

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

Relaxing stay.

Very nice home on a lake with clear water for swimming, and fishing. We had 10 adults. Plenty of room...we have done a VRBO trip with our famil
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

cathy M.

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

Exceed Our Expectations! It Deserves 10 Stars!

We are are a national auto racing series and rented the property for our staff supportin an event at nearby Brainerd Int'l Raceway. This property was very well appointed, the host was a delight to work with (very responsive), home was equipped with everything we needed and more and is so conveniently located on a very gorgeous and peaceful lake. We will for sure be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madisen U.

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

Great place!

The house was wonderful, plenty of room for each of us to have our own space, but lots of areas for us to enjoy together! The location of the property was not far from places to eat and enjoy :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

Enjoyable time at the lake

We enjoyed the property and amenities such as the dock and kayaks. House is very well kept. We caught fish and watched a family of loons. Traffic across the bay is slightly noisy but you get used to it. Had an excellent time. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kirsten B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Family Vacay

Location is perfect for getting around Nisswa and Brainerd activities. The home was perfect for a large family and very clean. However, the basement was freezing and we were not able to adjust the temperature. Also, we were very disappointed in the actual lake and lakeshore, full of rocks and weeds, not appropriate for swimming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

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

Wonderful Family/Friendly House

The house is very nice and clean. We enjoyed the backyard fishing and fire pit. The house is nicely located in the middle of some nice cities. The air didn't work when we got there, so it was very warm, but Emily had someone out there right away to get it taken care of.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

CARL H.

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

Birthday Bash

Very good. For a house that sleeps 10, there should be more dinning room chairs. Need more heat in the basement.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

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

Girl's Trip

The property was exactly as advertised, clean, and well maintained. We stayed in the winter so we couldn't enjoy the outside area as much as if it would of been in the warmer months. Great location with a short drive to downtown Nisswa. A couple of suggestions would be to update bath towels and kitchen towels as all were really worn along with providing hotel sized shampoo/conditioner and shower gel/soap. We would definitely stay again at Pinecone Cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

Cozy Cabin

Great location with room to spread out. Only issue we had was the icy road and driveway made carrying stuff in and out difficult but it’s been an icy winter. Great communication with the owner!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Emily Bitter

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My husband and I lived in the Brainerd Lake Area (BLA) for three years and fell in love with it! Work took us away from the area, but we still find ourselves visiting regularly! We wanted to share this hidden gem with many travelers and encourage exploration of what the BLA has to offer. We hope you find it peaceful, beautiful and relaxing during your stay!

Why they chose this property

It is a quiet dead end road with only a handful of neighbors on the peninsula.

What makes this property unique

This location and proximity to so many local BLA attractions is few and far between. This cabin is right on the lake, yet only minutes from downtown Nisswa and Pequot Lakes, MN. Enjoy the cabin year round with various activities and events depending on the season!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests