Charming Lake Home on Ox Lake

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Aerial View Looking West Over Part of Whitefish Chain. Ox Lake in Foreground

Waterfront with diving raft, dock, and water mat.

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11232.3 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Barbecue grill
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen

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Crosslake, MN

Big Trout Lake
‪9 min walk‬
Crosslake Community Center
‪4 min drive‬
Cross Lake Recreation Area
‪7 min drive‬
Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

5 Single Beds

Sunroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Charming 1920's lake Home on 270 acre Ox lake with no public access. Great fishing! 28 foot water clarity and 72 feet deep. With a canoe you can portage over beaver dam to Little Ox Lake.Home is on 1 acre lot with 100 frontage on Ox lake.

Lot is 500 ft. deep and very quite. Many mature pine tree's. Great view of island from Home. Neighboring cabins both over 100' away.

Home is over 2400 finished sq. ft, Newly remodeled including new kitchen, baths, and lower level walk-out game room with bar. Beautiful natural woodwork and hardwood floors, deck overlooking lake, living room with fireplace, dining room, sunroom, 3 bedrooms, and large kitchen.

Kitchen has new appliances including dishwasher, laundry on lower level, porch, and garage.

Keywords: Lake Home

Property manager

kent peterson

Languages

English

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Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 first aid kit

About the area

Crosslake

Located in Crosslake, this holiday home is on the beach. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway and Wildwedge Golf & Mini Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Crosslake, MN

What's nearby

Big Trout Lake - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Crosslake Community Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Kicks on Route 66 - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Cross Lake Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
Crosslake Town Square - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪50 Lakes Bar & Bottle Shop - ‬13 min drive
‪The Wharf - ‬5 min drive
‪Zorbaz - ‬6 min drive
‪Old Milwaukee Saloon & Eatery - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lake Home on Ox Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Lake Home on Ox Lake ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Lake Home on Ox Lake ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Lake Home on Ox Lake located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crosslake holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Big Trout Lake, Crosslake Community Center and Crow Wing State Forest. Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway and Kicks on Route 66 are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Laura B.

29 Aug 2024

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

Peaceful and comfortable

I was pleased and surprised at how quiet and peaceful this lake was. Even on the weekends we rarely saw boat traffic or heard others. It was such a relaxing experience! The house was very comfortable and spacious. The online listing didn’t do it justice! Our only disappointments were that we were not able to use the hot tub (best to remove that amenity from the listing if you don’t want renters to use it); the dishes in the dishwasher were not clean; and the downstairs toilet was clogged with a wad of paper towel. These were all easily resolved by us so we didn’t contact the owner. We definitely have moved this place to the top of our list for next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JANE S.

26 Aug 2023

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

Two Weeks at Ox Lake

Loved the lake home! Great 1920's "cottage," decor, and landscaping. Comfortable beds. GORGEOUS kitchen! Lots of room for everyone. The sunroom was our gathering place for meals and cards and other games. The furniture outside offered us an opportunity to watch the sun rise over the lake while enjoying our morning coffee. We had six seniors in our group, so it would have been nice to know that there are 78 steps from the door of the house down to the dock. Although, it did get easier to navigate as the week went on. Also, the toilets are so low for seniors, especially the two of us with new hip replacements, so we brought along a toilet seat extender. Interesting spiral staircase in the middle of the house. We arrived on a Saturday afternoon to a house that had not been cleaned, but we put our "gloves" on, and my niece cleaned both bathrooms and I washed and dried 4 loads of sheets and towels. I think the house needs a good "spring/fall" cleaning, and the housekeeper should be reminded to dust all surfaces. We had a great show by three pileated woodpeckers who were working on a log in the wood pile: my grandnephew said it was such a thrill. It was a lovely two weeks. I have been coming down from Alaska to do these trips with family for the past 15 years and this truly was my favorite "lake home" of all. I feel that there is some interesting history in this home and location. Would love to sit with the owner sometime and hear what stories this house has to tell. Thank You

Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

11 Aug 2023

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

Ox Lake Vacation

We enjoyed a great week on Ox Lake. We were able to use all of the water toys provided including the fishing boat, kayaks and paddle boards. The inside fun included the pool table and late night poker with the son-in-laws on the poker table. The house was very comfortable for our family of 9 including a 1 year old toddler. Kent the owner was very helpful and responsive.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette T.

6 Aug 2023

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

Great week at lake

Our family group of 8 had a great stay at Ox Lake. Had everything we needed to have fun at the lake for a week. Loved the kayaks, canoes and paddle boards. Would definitely recommend to other families looking for the full Minnesota lake experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline G.

4 Sept 2022

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

Wonderful post Covid reconnection with family.

The cabin had everything we needed. The location and setting was gorgeous. The recreational equipment was perfect for us. It was peaceful and quiet. Sleeping arrangements were good with comfortable beds.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Suzanne P.

23 Aug 2022

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

Family Vacation

It was a lovely lodge in a beautiful setting and our family had a wonderful time.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joandearc S.

3 July 2022

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

Beautiful location

Great place for a family vacation!

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet S., Frederick

15 Sept 2021

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

Very Comfy Place!

We were very pleased with the home and its situation on Ox Lake. The amenities were perfect for us, including the selection of watercraft, the pool table, and the Netflix access. We had a small plumbing problem, and within an hour after we called the owner there was a very friendly handyman on scene who took care of the problem. Thank you, Kent Peterson, for providing us with just what we needed in vacation accomodations!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

8 Sept 2021

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

Great house, lake and fun. We will return

This was our second time at this property. We love it! It includes absolutely everything you need including the row boat, kayaks, canoes and paddle boards. We hope to make this property an annual tradition! Lots of room and fun for rainy days as well with ping pong, pool table, etc. The lake is crystal clear. Very quiet and relaxing enjoying nature.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

18 Aug 2021

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

Peterson’s Island View

Beautiful old house full of character, charm, furnishing and details that fit in just right with the North woodsy setting. Views were magnificent. Plenty of supplies. Owner responded quickly. Plenty of fun things to do on both lakes. Good location, close to Crosslake but still out in the wilderness. .

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy M., Stillwater, MN

14 Aug 2021

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

Vacation at a cabin in the Woods

There is much to do at the Crosslake cabin. Nestled in the woods, there were kayaks, a fishing boat, paddle boards and a floating pad on Ox lake. We enjoyed them all. There was also many comfortable patio chairs on the dock to just relax and enjoy the loons calling or watch the Eagles fish. With a boat dock on Loon Lake, we used our 18' boat for grandchildren to use our raft and explore the many other lakes. At night we had a bonfire up by the cabin in the fire pit as many of us had S'mores for dessert. The cabin itself is large with many seating areas, including downstairs where we all enjoyed a few pool games, or foosball fun. The whole cabin is decked out in spectacular fashion with furnishings, a well stocked kitchen, and lovely flowers that attracted humming birds all day. My whole family loved the large cabin, surroundings and many choices of Lake toys. Very special place worthy of a vacation! Thanks to the owner who was very responsive to any questions we had.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

26 June 2021

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

Spacious cabin, beautiful lake!

We experienced the full range of Minnesota weather during our week stay. We enjoyed the wood burning fireplace while playing games during the cooler days and then the floaty dock, lily pad and paddle boards on the warm days. Lots to do! And plenty of room!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynne O.

20 June 2021

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

Beautiful views of the lake

Beautiful view of Ox Lake and great access to Whitefish chain. Plenty of room to spread out with 3 levels. I grew up spending summers on Crosslake we couldn’t ask for a better vacation. Felt like I was home again. Kent was an excellent host and we were provided with everything we needed for a memorable vacation. I just love the ambience of the place it’s how a cabin should be. All the modern conviences but it looks like the lake homes I remember. Lynne June 2021

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

15 June 2021

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

Great spot!!

Loved the cabin. Great fishing and relaxing area on Ox Lake and good access to the Whitefish Chain. Great spot for a family trip.

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

7 Sept 2020

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

Best lake house ever - quiet, clear lake, everything you need here

The property is wonderful. Great view from the house, and extensive shoreline. House is large and has everything you need for great days on the lake as well as non lake activities. We really enjoyed having the kayaks canoes and paddle boards included on site. Also lots of non lake activities as well pool table, ping pong, etc. We will return to this special place. Lake is quiet. Not much boat traffic. Lots of space inside and out.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

David C., Bloomington

1 Sept 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Rough Start but Nice Place

We arrived to dirty dishes in the dishwasher and an extremely strong mold/musty smell in the laundry room with a stack of dirty towels on the floor and wet laundry in the washer. We called Kent right away and he contacted the cleaning company which came out a couple hours later. They took the laundry and did dishes but later on we found more cleaning issues. We also needed a maintenance guy to come out for the shower head upstairs not working, bees all over the dock and in paddle boat and to look into the smell in the laundry room. Not a great start. We ended up doing a lot of cleaning and laundry ourselves, since we did not have enough clean towels to last a day. That aside the lake was great. Clear with excellent fishing, neighbors seemed nice. Our kids had a great time. The place was stocked with everything we needed to cook and clean. Playing pool, ping pong and Foosball each night was a blast. Overall there were too many issues to justify the 3k a week we spent since we've gotten more for less on VRBO/Homeaway. The owner contacted maintenance/cleaning when we had issues but never followed up with us to see how we were doing or offered any kind of refund. We literally got sick from trying to air out the smell in the basement the first night. We had fun but would not stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet J.

30 Aug 2020

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

Fantastic Escape to Lake Country

2 grandparents, 2 parents and 2 children (6 and 9) loved this lake with paddle boards. Kayaks, canoe and of course the floating dock and mat. Very calm lake. Accommodations excellent!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andraya T.

18 Aug 2020

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

Great cabin

Great location and cabin. Really well-equipped kitchen. Beautiful lake is clean and quiet. Lots to do with kayaks, paddle boards, swim pad, pool table, foose ball, games. Netflix passed our stormy day easily. An easy 20-25 bike ride into Crosslake with minigolf and ice cream. A great cabin set up where there are spaces to be with your family and plenty of little spots to get away, as well. I highly recommend this cabin and would go back again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andreea H.

10 Aug 2020

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

Peaceful and fun getaway

We had such a wonderful time at this property. House was at a perfect location with access to two lakes and close to grocery store and restaurants. There was always plenty to do on the lake and at nights read a book or watch a movie. Many selections available at this property in terms of classic movies and great books. Kids loved swimming, the lily pad along with playing ping pong, fooseball and lots of uno.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

8 July 2020

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

Lovely Lakefront Loon Lodge

Our family enjoyed a lovely getaway at this house. Kitchen is well stocked with pans and pantry essentials. We spent several days putting together a puzzle in the sunroom overlooking the lake. We enjoyed kayaking around the lake and the kids loved the floating mat and sunbathing float. Loons called across the lake every evening. Lake is perfect size for kids just learning to waterski or for kayaking. Owner extremely responsive and mailed forgotten items to us, charging us only for postage. We would love to return if our plans allow us to be in MN again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ed S.

21 Aug 2019

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

Island View Retreat

This property has everything we could expect for a family vacation. Plenty of space to visit, to prepare and share meals, spend time on a peaceful and beautiful lake, taking a boat, a canoe, a kayak, or a paddle board for an adventure or a quiet paddle. The cabin itself is beautiful and accommodating, with touches both old and new: fieldstone foundations, fireplace, gorgeous woodwork, stone tile and hardwood floors, and a large kitchen. The cabin also boasts recreational equipment for indoor activities in its own game room. Outdoor spaces included a generous fire ring, adirondack chairs for reading and admiring the beautiful lake views, a deck, hammock, and a large lakeside dock. We all enjoyed this place's many amenities.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

6 Aug 2019

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

New favorite vacation spot

This property has the warmth and charm of my favorite childhood vacation spot. Not fancy but relaxing and homey. Beautiful clear lake and great dock and water toys

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Liz G.

30 July 2019

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

Ox Lake

This is a beautiful area with lots to do! We enjoyed our stay and came home rested

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

30 June 2019

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

Wonderful place-a MUST!

Beautiful property, lake and plenty of toys and the tranquility is indescribable. The home is very clean, and well appointed with plenty of room to spread out. This is a must stay for larger groups.

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

23 Aug 2018

Relaxing property and lake

Cabin and property provides many nice places to relax and enjoy quiet time or table activities. Lake is very quiet and great for fishing, kayak, swimming. Raft offshore was a favorite place to hang out. Cabin is older but in great shape and has a lot of charm. Single bathroom on the main floor should be considered if thinking about larger groups. Would return to this property without concern.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by kent peterson

70 years old. Own and manage residential income properties in St. Paul, MN.

Why they chose this property

I started coming up to the Crosslake area in the early 1960's when I attended a summer camp on Trout Lake and have been visiting ever since. I purchased the home on Ox Lake in 2002 because of the setting of the property and its access to the two lake areas.

What makes this property unique

The most enjoyable benefit has to be the view of the island. The beautiful tree's and the quite location are hard to beat. Ox Lake is a very clear lake and with no public access and its not to busy and the fishing is great.

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