BLISSFUL SECLUSION on BLUEBERRY LAKE

Enjoy blissful seclusion on pristine Blueberry Lake in a beautiful, spacious, well provisioned lake cabin for the ultimate Up-North vacation. The main floor has two bedrooms, a full bathroom with a washer & dryer, a great room with a wood-burning fireplace, a kitchen and dining areas, and a family room with a gas-burning fireplace. The expansive window array and vaulted ceiling showcase panoramic vistas of Blueberry Lake and illuminate the main living areas with abundant natural light. Upstairs, a lofted suite includes a half bath and has ample room for additional sleeping. Step outside onto the patio where you can grill, unwind, and entertain. Gather around the firepit area for evening conversations. A private dock provides access to 87-acre 47 feet deep Blueberry Lake. Catch a morning workout in the well-equipped garage gym. Time stands still for us when we are here as we completely forget about the concerns of our normal daily life. We leave feeling rejuvenated and grateful and hope you will too. Detailed descriptions of all features, amenities, and attractions this vacation spot offers are listed below.

For $$$ SAVINGS, see "SELF-CLEANING OPTION" described below (end item).

SETTING & LAKE
Welcome to your blissful secluded stay on Blueberry Lake. Once folks settle in after a day or so of arriving, the thing they say over and over is “I can’t believe how quiet, still, and peaceful it is here.” Blueberry Lake is miles from highly trafficked roads and the cabin is situated off a cul-de-sac, so it makes for a remarkably quiet experience. Amid near silence we often hear loons, frogs, owls, beavers thwacking their tails, and splashes from jumping fish. On moonless nights it is very, very dark which makes for excellent stargazing from the yard, dock, boat, or paddleboard.

A private dock provides access to 87-acre 47 feet deep Blueberry Lake which has NEAR PERFECT WATER-SKIING CONDITIONS. Blueberry Lake has minimal boat traffic and is surrounded by enormous wind blocking trees, wave absorbing reeds and lily pads. All combine to create world-class conditions for long, stress-free sessions from dawn to dusk. We also enjoy swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing, rowing, or just floating in the bay. There is excellent fishing (so we’ve been told). Walleye, Large Mouth Bass, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Black Crappie, and Bluegill are on the menu. The public boat launch is directly across from our dock on the north side of the lake.

GREAT ROOM, KITCHEN & COOKING
The GREAT ROOM has a panoramic view of the lake from the comfort of powered recliners and a wood burning fireplace for those extra cold winter nights. An exquisitely crafted live-edge walnut table with four chairs provides a great place for meals while enjoying a full view of the lake. Lastly, there is a TV with streaming services available set atop a kennel for your dog(s).

KITCHEN & COOKING. This kitchen is modest in design, highly functional, and well equipped; the appliances are NEW or in new condition. Starting with the larger appliances, it has a gas range & oven, microwave, and a large modern fridge. For the smaller appliances, it has a toaster, crockpot, hand mixer, Keurig (pod & pot), Ninja blender, and an air fryer – All NEW. It also has NEW pots and pans of all types and sizes, bakeware, cutlery, utensils, mixing bowls, and cutting boards. If grilling or smoking is something you like to do, we have both options – propane and wood pellets included.

There is ample counter space in this tidy kitchen with great views of the lake while you and your sous chef are prepping on the island. The plates, bowls (S/M/L), silverware, glasses (pint, rocks, and snifter) designs are simple, sturdy, and clean. The dishwasher is rock-solid and cleans dishes very well. WARNING: THE SINK DOES NOT HAVE GARBAGE DISPOSAL. All wastewater is captured by a septic system that does not tolerate food waste. Sink strainers are used to capture food waste in the sink.

BEDROOMS
The UPSTAIRS BEDROOM is oversized and adjoined by a bathroom, equipped with a vanity, toilet, and bidet. This large loft has a NEW luxuriously sized king bed covered by plush cozy linens and includes nightstands, a large dresser, and plenty of room for an airbed on the floor for extra sleeping space. Two large windows provide a good bit of natural light to brighten up the room, or the drapes can be shut for lower lighting.

The DOWNSTAIRS BEDROOMS have NEW queen beds covered by plush cozy linens. Also included are nightstands and cellular blinds that can be drawn if a lie-in is in order (west BR blinds are blackout). Both bedrooms have dressers and closets, stocked with extra blankets and pillows for cold nights and added comfort.

FAMILY ROOM
The FAMILY ROOM is very spacious, furnished with a couch, loveseat, recliner, game table and four chairs, and gas fireplace. This is a perfect place to lounge, relax, play games, take a nap, celebrate holidays and birthdays, or accommodate extra overnight guests on the floor with airbeds. When the door is closed, noise from the FAMILY ROOM is blocked from getting to the bedrooms. Guests or kids can whoop all night long in there and no one in the main cabin areas will hear it.

BATHROOMS
The DOWNSTAIRS BATHROOM is adjacent to the bedrooms and living area. It is equipped with a nicely tiled shower/tub, vanity, medicine cabinet, towel closet, washer/dryer, toilet, bidet, and NEW maple floors. The UPPER BATHROOM is adjoined to the upstairs bedroom and is equipped with a vanity, toilet, and bidet.

OUTDOORS
The dock is accessed by a gently sloped well maintained boardwalk. Nighttime walks to and from the dock are guided by tiny minutely lit string lights that indicate the boardwalk handrail. The gas grill is on the patio just outside the kitchen door, accompanied by pairs of gliding and Adirondack chairs. The patio, yard, and fire pit areas have the best lake views and remain shaded for most of the day by 100-foot pines, birches, maples, oaks, and the cabin. A snug fire is always nice at day’s end. Seating around the firepit is plentiful and comfortable – four Adirondack chairs, a bench near the firepit, and six folding chairs ensure that everyone has a comfortable seat around the fire for smores, drinks, or conversation. If you’re pooped or just need a 20-minute catnap, lay in one of the four hammocks, or play any of the yard games we have.

KEYLESS ENTRY. PARKING. ROAD.
KEYLESS ENTRY. A keypad is used to unlock/lock the patio door or garage man door. A unique code is set for each guest (key provided if keypad malfunctions). PARKING. There are AT LEAST four parking spaces for full-sized cars, trucks, or SUVs; two south of the patio and two in the driveway. The patio spaces also serve as a turnaround. ROAD.

SMOKING. Smoking or vaping (tobacco & clove cigarettes, cigars, e-cigarettes, vape pens, marijuana products, incense, etc.) on the property or in the house is not permitted and will result in loss of rental privileges and damage deposit.

RECREATION ITEMS
OUTDOOR: PADDLE BOARD (2). KAYAK (1). FLOATING TUBES. LIFE JACKETS. HAMMOCKS (4) YARD GAMES INCLUDING: CORN HOLE. LADDER TOSS. LAWN DARTS.

INDOOR: WIFI. SMART TV. STREAMING SERVICES. BLUETOOTH SPEAKERS. BOARDGAMES. BOOKS. PUZZLES. AND KID’S TOYS.

GARAGE GYM (photos coming in 2024). Program your day for success, starting in the gym. While most remote vacation rentals lack exercise facilities, we have equipped our garage with many essentials – a stow-away squat cage, bench, barbell, bumper plates, clamps, chin-up bar, Concept2 rower, exercise bike, back extension, jump ropes, resistance bands, and a foam roller. Wanna train for a triathlon? Plot your own course starting/ending from our dock, hop on our bike or yours, then hit the road for a run. This gym/lake combo makes for a pretty solid training camp for your next event.

PARK RAPIDS. A lovely little town of just over 4,000 people, Park Rapids is just 20 minutes away. PR has several grocery options, a farmer’s market, great restaurants, multiple coffee shops, specialty candy and popcorn, a local brewery, liquor stores, shopping, golf courses, a movie theatre, and hospitals. PR hosts arts and cultural events including Thursday night summer street music, multiple seasonal festivals, live music, dances, and other events throughout the year. PR hosts a spectacular Independence Day celebration including the Firecracker Footrace, a parade, and fireworks. Put your training to the test in the Northwoods Triathlon, Firecracker Footrace, Headwater 100, or other local races. The Heartland Trail is a 49-mile multi-use trail from Park Rapids to Cass Lake, intersection with the Paul Bunyan State Trail near Walker. This trail is great for road biking, running, and walking. Itasca State Park, headwaters to the Mighty Mississippi, is a short drive from the cabin.

WILDLIFE: LOONS. OWLS. BALD EAGLES. HERONS. DEER. SQUIRRELS. GROUSE. BEAVER. GEESE. DUCKS.

SELF-CLEANING OPTION. Self-cleaning is GREAT VALUE FOR GUESTS. Cleaning fees can be nontrivial, so we've given guests control over their expenses. Self-cleaning is a LOW BURDEN, particularly if guests avoid making messes during their stay; because self-cleaning guests understand they’ll be leaving and cleaning soon, they tend to employ “cleaning-as-you-go” strategy which makes for a speedy final clean. FRUGAL & PROUD. Some guest types will ask themselves “Why throw my good money away when I can clean up after myself for free!?”

Guests review our cleaning instructions before choosing this option. We accept them based on previous reviews and the guest’s competence. Developed for those completely unfamiliar with our cabin, our instructions are clear, concise, and exact. 2-3 guests can clean in 2½ - 3 hours. CLEANING CHECKOUT is done via a video walk through. If you are not confident that you can do a good job, don’t sign up for this. Though our threshold is not extraordinarily high, it must be met.