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Private Retreat - Great for families! Now taking Reservations for summer & fall

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Big windows looking out at large private yard and lake. Gas grill provided
Great view of the lake, seating for 6 in swivel rocker, 2 recliners, full couch
Great TV viewing in the leather recliners
Welcome to The Boathouse!
Flex area in corner of living room is your place to work or keep a puzzle going

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Brainerd, MN
  • Long Lake Upper
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Paul Bunyan Land
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Brainerd International Raceway
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Den

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Private Retreat - Great for families! Now taking Reservations for summer & fall

You will love your get away to 'The Lake' when you stay at our cabin, The Boat House, directly on Upper South Long Lake. All the amenities you want mixed with classic cabin comforts like knotty pine interior, quilts, and being lulled to sleep by the loons calling.

The living room addition and connected dining room a provide panoramic view of the lake. The living space features a natural stone gas fireplace, 1 rocking swivel chair, 2 leather recliners, a full couch with 2 recliners, and a 52" high definition TV, cable connected. The dining room has a full size table with 6 chairs.

The kitchen and bath are fully updated. Two generous sized bedrooms plus a separate den sleep 6 comfortably.

Great private lot with huge shade trees, large yard for yard games, and 200 feet of private lakeshore. The lakeside deck includes a dining table with chairs, and glider. Such a great spot for reading, an afternoon nap, watching the loons, a memorable meal, and catching a glorious sunset.

Enjoy the day swimming, boating (canoe is provided), and fishing right off your private dock. Bring along your own boat and waterskiing, wakeboarding, drifting in the sun, and serious fishing are yours. Please note that the dock is out of the lake from around October 1st to around May 15th - check with us if the dock is important to you.

Evening bonfires, roasted marshmallows, shore lunch, the call of the loons, and a lake full of fun will all become a part of your family memories.

While our place is very private it is just a short walk to a local bar and restaurant to enjoy a beer and great burger.

We are just a few miles east of Brainerd for shopping, antiques, and nightlife. Enjoy all the sites, attractions, golf and restaurants in the Brainerd Lakes area! Lake Mille Lacs is a few miles away.



Keywords: lakeshore, private, lake home, cottage, cabin, summer home, knotty pine, families

Property manager

Tom and Linda Herzog
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Good for families
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Events

No events allowed
6 person maximum at any time
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
2 dogs max- Addl charge. No puppies.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at all
1) No fireworks, firecrackers, sparklers, or anything related of any kind at any time
2) No parties of any kind are allowed
Quiet hours 10 pm to 8 am

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
Note from host: 6 person maximum at any time
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brainerd

Located in Brainerd, this cabin is on the waterfront. WonderTrek Children's Museum and Roundhouse Brewery 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 Telef Paulson Wildlife Management Area. This Old Farm and Paul Bunyan Land are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Brainerd, MN

What's nearby

  • Long Lake Upper - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • This Old Farm - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Paul Bunyan Land - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Lake Ossawinnamakee - 20 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 28 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Lantern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Oak Lawn Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dennis Drummond Wine Company - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Green Lantern - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Retreat - Great for families! Now taking Reservations for summer & fall pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Private Retreat - Great for families! Now taking Reservations for summer & fall?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Retreat - Great for families! Now taking Reservations for summer & fall?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Retreat - Great for families! Now taking Reservations for summer & fall located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Long Lake Upper and within 9 mi (15 km) of Telef Paulson Wildlife Management Area and This Old Farm. Paul Bunyan Land and Portage Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 147 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nikia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Enjoyed our stay and all the cabin had to offer! Great location and was perfect for the short drive to the BIR on Sunday.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, family friendly property
Our family enjoyed our stay and liked being able to use the canoe and dock to fish from.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay on the Lake
This house is so well positioned - back from the shore of the lack in the trees - giving privacy and easy lake access. The lake was pretty clear and great for a swim. The house is well-equipped and has everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

tara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place for a family!
We had a wonderful stay with our two kids. They loved swimming in the lake and jumping off the dock. The cabin was clean and very cozy. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Great setup to relax. Very quiet setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
late September Get Away
Nicely appointed cabin on a beautiful lake. Local bar and grill a short walk from cabin which had live music. Took the canoe out a couple times. All appliances worked well, gas grill was good for the steaks, all amenities were as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private, relaxing
Very nice, private, relaxing cabin very close to attractions. Hosts were very helpful sending info as needed. Cabin was clean and comfortable. Great weekend get away!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

fran h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet retreat
Loved the privacy and quiet of cabin setting. The lake was clean but had rocky, uneven bottom that was difficult to walk on and filled with weeds. Cabin was well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great place!!!
We loved the privacy. Super clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boat House Stay
We had a wonderful stay at The Boat House. Tom and Linda have a well- stocked cabin that provides everything you need to feel like you're home away from home. We enjoyed the private yard, fires with smores and lake time. We spent our days fishing, paddling and swimming. Thanks again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly S., Saint Cloud, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet cabin
We really enjoyed our family vacation. The cabin was well equipped and the yard was fantastic to play in with our baby.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Clean, comfortable and has everything needed. We really enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family trip
We had a lovely trip. The cabin was clean, quiet, and private. We enjoyed time at the lake, games, puzzles and campfires. My son spent hours and hours fishing off the dock and caught lots of fish. There was a loon family that spent time every day near the dock and there was an eagle family nearby that we watched flying and fishing. It was a great time. Everything we needed was supplied. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica M.

Peaceful family getaway
We had a great time!! The lake was so peaceful and quiet. We were hoping for more of a beach area by the lake but it all worked out great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for our family!
We stayed at the cabin with our family and dog and it was great. Easy to bring our boat, put it in at the public landing and leave it at the dock at the cabin. Nice fire pit and wood provided. We had a good time and would go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

colleen l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location.
Access to beach would be hard for the elderly.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darcy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family fun times
We enjoyed the cozy cabin, warm campfire and clear water. It was exactly what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Up north cabin
The cabin is exactly how it appears in the photos. Is super clean and comfortable, and has everything you need. The property and lake provide lots of great outdoor activities. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edwina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Beautiful property. Very private and relaxing.
Stayed 57 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy Breezy Boathouse
We had a lovely 4 night family stay. The cabin was a perfect, quiet retreat. We loved walking down to the private dock to fish, swim, launch our kayak, or lay in the sun. It was an easy walk to the Paradise Pub for a couple of our dinners. We had a few meals in Brainerd and Baxter. We used the puzzles and games during our down time while enjoying some AC. The owners have clear communication for reservations and checking out. Thanks for sharing your peaceful place to add to our family experiences.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family reunion.
Seniors staying to enjoy reunion as widow used to have a cabin on nearby lake. Got to visit old friends & reminisce. Wonderful property for our stay. Very well-kept cabin with all the conveniences for any ages (even though we were seniors).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peaceful haven
Beautiful location, well-thought-out cabin design with everything you need to be comfortable. Would happily return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin on a quite beautiful lake
Great property. Our family had a wonderful relaxing week at the cabin. Clean, and perfect size for a family. Easy check in and check out process. Thank you for sharing your cabin, we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darren W., Portland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boat House R&R
Our sixth time staying at the Boat House. Another fantastic week of relaxation with some swimming, canoe rides, campfires, and daily visits from the local wildlife. Thanks again to Tom and Linda for sharing their great property and supplying everything you need to enjoy the experience. We hope to be back again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th Birthday Weekend
We had a great time celebrating our 50th birthdays with longtime friends and classmates!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tom and Linda Herzog

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Tom and Linda have been vacationing on Upper South Long Lake for many years. We met at a bonfire party on the lake and have raised 3 kids with loads of summer lake adventures! We are excited to share our cabin with you. As a matter of fact you might see us on the lake as we enjoy 'Up North' at our place on the same lake!

Why they chose this property

We have been vacationing on this Lake for over 40 years. We love it up here so much this is our second home on the same lake. Wildlife, long walks, eagle spotting, loon calls, water sports, sunsets, talks and s'mores around the campfire are all woven into our family fabric. You'll be happy when they are part of yours!

What makes this property unique

We take a lot of pride in our cabin so you will find it neat and clean. We have made many improvements that you will appreciate. You will love the privacy provided by our 200 feet of lakeshore, big front yard, lakeside deck, and the wooded lot. From many windows of the cabin you can not see our neighbors. On bad weather days there is lots of space in the cabin for family card games, movies (small library included) or a check on the current sporting event on the big screen TV. Up to 2 dogs can stay with prior approval and additional fee paid

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