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a nice place to stay
VELVET SPRINGS crow wing state forest MN
clear water clarity
pull out couch
back porch also has a lake view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Crosslake, MN
  • Cross Lake Recreation Area
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Crosslake Town Square
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Crosslake Community Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

VELVET SPRINGS Farmhouse on 6 Acres/300 Feet of Private Lakeshore (free pontoon

Perfect for small or large groups. Velvet Lake is a private lake great for swimming and fishing. Free use of our pontoon and we cover the first tank of gas. Room for tents or campers. Campfire area with picnic table. Shuttle service to Crosslake. Bringing your own boat? Whitefish chain public access is only 2.5 miles away and we have plenty of room for parking. Pets upon approval. We can make arrangements for any special needs. Only 2 1/2 hours from twin cities.

Property manager

Larry 218-513-9970 cell phone type flip phone , leave message.
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only
Smoking allowed outside, children must be monitored at all times due to lakeshore, no unregistered guests

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: 5
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Crosslake

Located in Crosslake, this holiday home is in the city centre and 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Crosslake, MN

What's nearby

  • Cross Lake Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Crosslake Town Square - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Kicks on Route 66 - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Pine Lake - 9 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Crosslake Community Center - 12 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪50 Lakes Bar & Bottle Shop - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Manhattan Beach Lodge - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is VELVET SPRINGS Farmhouse on 6 Acres/300 Feet of Private Lakeshore (free pontoon pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at VELVET SPRINGS Farmhouse on 6 Acres/300 Feet of Private Lakeshore (free pontoon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is VELVET SPRINGS Farmhouse on 6 Acres/300 Feet of Private Lakeshore (free pontoon located?

Located in Crosslake, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, steps from Crow Wing State Forest and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Pine Lake. Crosswoods Golf Course and Crosslake Town Square are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor day week with family 2024
Wonderful lake view, having the pontoon was great to get out on the water and enjoy nature; my chocolate lab mix had a blast roaming around chasing her tennis balls. The landscaping on the property is beautiful, we were kept in supply of firewood for bonfires every night! The Farmhouse itself is very eclectic, quirky, and beautiful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Larry was a very very welcoming host. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
The house was very clean and nicely decorated. We loved the patio where we hung out a lot. The playground was neglected and broken swings. It was great to have the pontoon until the motor stopped our last day. Larry was there and tried to fix it. It was fun running about the lake with the paddle boat. Overall we had a good time. Thanks Larry for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Londa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Velvet Springs
The property, farmhouse and lake/pontoon were as described. Our granddaughters loved fish and release off the dock. The pontoon was alot of fun, everyone enjoyed it!. The farmhouse was immaculate, very clean and as described. Fun and interesting accommodations. Loved the eclectic art and decor. We will be back for a longer stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for a family weekend!
We had the best time here! It perfectly slept 4 couples, my niece and our dogs. We had a great time hanging out in the beautiful yard, swimming in the lake and catching fish off the dock. It was also awesome how close it was to so many great spots in crosslake. Larry was easy to communicate with as well. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kids paradise
The home was just as the pictures showed! The kitchen was easy to cook in, dishwasher great, fridge is large top fridge over freezer. No ice; we bought ice cube trays at DG in town. The eat in area was roomy, we folded the beautiful table clothes up and set them aside~ We appreciated fans in each bedroom! The landscape on the lakeside was perfect for the grandkids to play on their own, peddle boat, and swim! We brought a kayak, also rented some in town, and had our own SUP…the pontoon is like an old crest we had owned in Michigan so we knew how to get her to start and did take a ride in! There were plenty of beach towels in the utility room cabinets for us too. The fishing off the end of the dock was amazing!!! BIG sunfish, bass and even baby walleye! Having a clothesline to hang wet suits, towels and life jackets on was so helpful too. We appreciated the wood for an outdoor fire, and making s’mores! The porch area and seating outside was delightful too. Our only wish would have been for a TV that worked. We had a few rainy periods that the game playing was exhausted and we’d hoped to watch a movie together…We were able to piece together cables to get the basement DVR to work, but it was in B/W. Our only other problem we solved was covering a few windows for sleeping~We did use towels and foil! Thanks for sharing your property with our family! We were refreshed from city life!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Brittany N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
The property was just as described. Use of the pontoon was a highlight of the trip. Tons of fish to catch off the dock and even more off the pontoon. Great swimming on the middle of the lake. Lots of breakable Nick-Nacks but was easily able to put them up higher where the toddlers couldn’t reach. Larry was extremely responsive to any issues or concerns. Only downside is that a realtor and huge family stopped by and wanted to tour the house during our stay - we declined because it felt like an invasion of privacy since our stuff was scattered everywhere. The garage door was opened and if we didn’t have the dogs in the house they might have done it anyways since they said they saw us on the pontoon but we were on our way back. Only recommendation would be to have an updated TV in the basement for movies on rainy days - the TV/VCR wouldn’t work properly. Also, the outdoor grill is older and the heat source isn’t very strong if you plan on grilling anything outside. Loved the stay otherwise!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Velvet Lake
The lake home is roomy. The fish were biting. Close to Cross Lake and Mt biking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hated to Leave
An awesome place for our annual family summer vacation. We were a group of 8, 4 adults, 4 kids (ages 10-6) + 2 dogs. Beautiful well-equipped home with lots to look at and gorgeous lake. Kids had a blast fishing, swimming, playing games, eating s’mores around the fire pit. House was very clean with plenty of a/c and fans. Nearby Cross Lake has a big grocery store with enough of the vegetarian and gluten free options we needed. We hope we can come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Tonya B., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for family stay
We enjoyed the house and the lake very much. It was quiet and peaceful. The house had lots of space inside and outside for the family. The only issue I had was with dog allergies in the house.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Ruth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
2nd Time
Everything was neat & clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Nice and pretty view.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Velvet Springs
We had a wonderful weekend with extended family. The property was beautiful and just as described in the listing. Having the pontoon and paddle boats made it even better. Thank you so much for letting us stay in your wonderfully eclectic home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent family retreat
Wonderful property for generational gatherings. This is our second time for a long Memorial weekend and it felt like coming home this year. Fishing, boating or just enjoying the view, it is perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway
Nice place and great time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience!!!
We all had the best time at the farmhouse! Everything from the post and the pictures were completely accurate! We all loved the vintage vibe! Fishing was awesome ! Pontoon was super fun! We all enjoyed our stay and hope to do it again in the future! Larry was a great host making sure we had everything we needed ! 10/10 would recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time with family!
The fam and 2 pups had a great time hanging out at Larry’s place! The pontoon was awesome and we had a great time playing in the water with our dogs. It was the first time they experienced the great outdoors and they loved it! Had fun by the fire eating s’mores and sharing stories and laughs, and the foosball table was a hit too. Thanks for the memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W., LaCrosse, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Velvet victorian
Quiet, relaxing. Private lake with many fish. Dishwasher did not get dishes clean. Otherwise all the amenities you could want.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family gathering
Outdoor space was great. Plenty of room to set up a volleyball court in the front yard. The lake side yard had two patios, one was perfect for meals and lounging, one had a fire pit. We set up a two tier croquet court,hung 4 two person hammocks, and still plenty of beach area. The dock and pontoon were great and probably the best paddle boat, appeared to be homemade.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun!
We had a great time! The house was very clean and was exactly as listed. Great location … the lake was beautiful. Larry was very responsive to our calls - and Heidi (the dog) was a joy to be around! Having the pontoon boat and paddle boat at the property was awesome! Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place for family
Nice farm house with nice little beach and lake. Nice to have a pontoon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great peaceful spot for the whole family
Well maintained, large lake house that accommodated three generations of our family comfortably. The pontoon is a great feature, the lake is clean for swimming and the fish were biting. We loved the eclectic decor in the house and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grant S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake get away
Very spacious and well equipped home. The garage space for cars and fully gassed comfortable pontoon were very nice touches. The furnishings were whimsical and “antiquey.” The out door patio space was wonderful and separate fire pit area very nice also. The showers and bathrooms could use more soaps and hair products but otherwise adequate. Host communication was excellent and responsive. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Time!
We all had a great time! Very unique home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice lake. Nice house.
Everything was nice, clean and exactly as listed. No complaints and our family celebration went smoothly. The yard was lovely and the pontoon was nice. Fishing was plentiful as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Larry 218-513-9970 cell phone type flip phone , leave message.

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Blacksmith and artist. Retired boilermaker. I breed golden retrievers on a small scale. As a youngster I grew up in pine river MN at our family resort. Julie, my daughter has many years experience in housekeeping and was resident manager of a hotel for two years. Larry raises chickens, sells eggs, feeds song birds.

Why they chose this property

Moved to area in 1989 from Brooklyn Center to live by the lakes and trees. Located in the crow wing state forest.

What makes this property unique

pontoon included, room for camping, picnic tables, fire ring, fire pit, private, secure, park like setting, ideal for large groups. Great view of the lake. fire wood provided for one large one small fire ring. horse shoe area using real horse shoes! directly across the lake is undeveloped state forest land for the ones that like to explore. shopping and night clubs are 2.5 miles away. shuttle service is also available.

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English

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