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Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included

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Front of house facing lake
Free Pontoon Including gas!
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10175.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Aitkin, MN
  • Nelson Lake
    1 min walk
  • Brainerd International Raceway
    58 min drive
  • Gull Lake
    61 min drive
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    43 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

Main Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Sleeping Loft

2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included

A peaceful retreat for multi-generational families or small groups of friends to spend quality time together. A beautiful large 20 foot pontoon with a new 25 HP four stroke Mercury outboard motor with tilt and trim, a fishing boat with trolling motor, and 2 kayaks are for guest use seasonally at no additional charge! Note: 20 Foot Pontoon is designed for cruising, fishing, and swimming. It is NOT rigged for tubing or skiing.
This 100-acre private lake has NO PUBLIC OR PRIVATE ACCESS and is deep with up to 42' of water and 2 miles of natural shoreline. GUESTS CAN USE AT NO CHARGE, our 20' pontoon boat, 14' fishing boat with electric trolling motor and 2 kayaks THIS INCLUDES THE GAS! Coast Guard approved life vests are provided in all sizes. Explore the lake/woods, gravel roads, walking/hiking trails, snowshoeing, and biking! Private 1.5 mile round trip hiking trail through woods to Nelson Lake right at bottom of driveway! While there is no sandy beach, a wonderful public, sandy swimming beach is a short drive away on Pelican Lake with clear, shallow water for blocks out into the lake. We do have a swimming platform anchored in 25' of water (no weeds!) out from the dock and 2 kiddie pools for toddlers.
Notes: Swimming dock brought in mid to late September. Pontoon and dock brought in late October
Kayaks and fishing boat available to ice up.
A beautiful, AIR CONDITIONED, CHALET LAKE HOME awaits your visit to the Brainerd Lakes Area. It is situated near Aitkin, MN on Sullivan Lake just over 2 hours North of the Twin Cities. The home has 1,900 finished square feet on three levels, a 22' vaulted ceiling of knotty pine, and three stories of windows overlooking the large deck and lake. The home is very private, wooded and without nearby neighbors. Take a look at the aerial video of the property here on the VRBO site.
The home sleeps 10 in beds with 2 private bedrooms plus a dormitory-style sleeping loft. With the amenities of home-- a washer and dryer, bedding and towels, a kitchen fully stocked with cookware and dishes, a microwave and 2 TV’s and Blue Ray players, and a gas grill outside on the deck. Note: Grill and deck not available winter season.
The home is equipped with 250kbps high speed fiber internet for fast browsing and streaming speeds for both TV’s and your devices.
Yard games include bocce ball, croquet, ladder golf, jarts and horseshoes. There are board games, puzzles, and 2 Blue Ray players for rainy days. Use your Netflix - - -Hulu - Yahoo account to quickly stream content or bring your favorite DVD’s. Enjoy the surrounding woods and yard, bask in the sun or read on the large deck overlooking the lake, relax on the dock bench, or sun and swim from the pontoon or the 8'X8' swimming platform anchored out front of dock in 25’ of water. Golf at one of the many courses around, or spend an evening at the Mille Lacs Casino just 30 minutes away. Additionally, the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area is a few miles down the road in Crosby, MN. There you’ll find miles of the best mountain biking and hiking in MN, as well as a beautiful public swimming beach on Serpent Lake. Shopping, restaurants and other recreation are close by in the Brainerd Lakes Area. Fall is also a great time to visit us with still warm days and crisp autumn nights. Minnesota's fall colors are second to none. New for this year, I’m opening the place for winter rental as well due to requests. Enjoy skiing, snowshoeing, and all the nearby snowmobile trails.
Whatever the season, let us be your Family Vacation Destination!
A security system is installed on the exterior of the property for your safety and security. It includes four cameras located over the parking/fire pit area, down the driveway, behind the house, and by the dock. There are no cameras in the house.
Keywords: Aitkin, Chalet Lake Home, Brainerd Lakes Area, Private lake and Secluded Lake, Firepit, Horseshoes, Lakeshore, Woods, Acreage, Pontoon, fishing boat, kayaks, lakefront, retreat, rustic, spacious, trees, waterfront, lakeview, swimming dock, security system, Crosby, Sullivan Lake

Property manager

Dave Radant, Manager/Owner
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 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please clean all dishes, turn off fans, lights, A/C, empty refrigerator, doors locked and return key to lock box on front door.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aitkin

Located in Aitkin, this chalet is on the waterfront. Mississippi River and Nelson Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf and Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Aitkin, MN

What's nearby

  • Nelson Lake - 1 min walk
  • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 28 min drive
  • Mille Lacs Lake - 42 min drive
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 58 min drive
  • Gull Lake - 61 min drive

Getting around

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included located?

This family-friendly Aitkin chalet is located on the waterfront, steps from Nelson Lake and within 12 mi (20 km) of Mississippi River and Depot Museum. Riverwood Healthcare Center Hospital is 11.8 mi (19 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
The property and house were lovely! We all had a great, relaxing time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing getaway
My family had a wonderful stay at the cabin! The property was so beautiful and had all of the amenities you could want or need. We had non stop fun fishing off the dock, taking the pontoon out and evening fires - would 100% stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation home experience
Easy to set up my stay, which I enjoyed very much. The cabin is in a quiet area surrounded by woods; very rural. Small lake, pretty to look at.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DJ D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place and fun fishing
The place was great. Had everything you needed. My son loves to fish so we spent a lot of time on the pontoon. We caught a ton of fish, and kept 10 for a meal. A limetless supply of 7-10in Perch, smaller Bass, Bullhead, and a few nice Sunfish. The house is secluded and peaceful, and we only saw 2 other boats on the lake during our entire stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing private retreat
Clean comfortable privacy with enough beds for a big group but affordable enough for just 2. Great quiet lake and neighborhood. Very responsive host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable Stay
Relaxing, out of the way, pretty countryside with access to all kinds of outdoor activities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Rental
This was a great rental. The cabin has lots of space, the lake is a bit weedy by the dock but we took the pontoon out and swam/floated in the lake. The swimming platform was so fun for the kids to jump off of. The best well stocked rental we have EVER stayed in. Extra towels, bedding, kitchen was amazing. Very private yet not too far from town if you needed anything. Dave was a great host, provided all information needed and ideas of what to do in the area as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation
Great accommodation. Listing was accurate with detailed instructions for each item. Everything was well laid out. Would recommend for anyone looking for a private place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Great experience!! Very peaceful the whole family had a good time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We had a nice time staying here. The house was spacious and well kept up. We enjoyed watching the pelicans and other wildlife on the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great value in a peaceful spot
The property is as advertised on a very quite lake. We really enjoyed the pontoon boat watching the wildlife with pelicans, swans, and loons adding to the wooded beauty with no other boats. Fishing was mostly perch and catfish along with one Northern. A wet spring made the mosquitoes challenging but all the more reason to be on the boat in the lake with a breeze. Beds were comfortable and the house was well stocked. Definitely a great spot not far from the Twin Cities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome cabin
This cabin was the perfect place to relax and have fun with the family. The inside was clean and had plenty of room for everyone. The outdoor space was beautiful and had ample room for the kids to run and play. The host was very easy to reach about any question we had and made sure we enjoyed our time while we were there. Thanks again for an awesome weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Weekend
We had a great time enjoying nature with our family. Beautiful cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice,quiet spot
The house was well kept and clean. We had everything we needed for cooking, cleaning and relaxing. The fishing was a little disappointing this weekend but a nice quiet lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sanela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin!!!
Beautiful cabin, clean, big and peaceful! We were 2 families with teenage kids and had a wonderful time at this cabin. Cabin is very spacious and equipped with everything you may need or want for your stay. Pantoon was a huge plus. Kayaks were fun for kids and adults! Lake is clean and deep and very enjoyable! David the owner is responsive and helpful. We would love to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Becky A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good experience
This is very much as shown in the pictures. It is very secluded, which is nice. I had a few questions before and during my stay and David was very responsive and helpful. The lake is small but the pontoon is nice and clean. It ran well, no problems with starting or anything. We didn't use the raft but it looked fine. The steps down to the lake are longer than I thought, but the slope (or grade) is very gentle so that’s very nice. The kitchen is well stocked with just about any pot or pan you could need. Knives were the only downside of the kitchen. There are a lot of knives, so there may be a good one, but we didn’t find any. He has a very thorough listing of what to bring, which he emails to you before your stay. It was really helpful. In general, everything was in good shape, clean and not worn out. An exception is the mattress in the downstairs bedroom. Our son said it was the worst mattress he ever slept in, and he’s slept in some 3rd world countries. The bed down there and couch were fine and that’s where they slept the other nights and left the big bed to a 4 year old. The only other negative was the grill. It wouldn’t start and it turned out the drip pan was full and needed to be emptied. It wasn’t clear how to empty this and my husband tipped the pan which spilled greasy, watery junk on my husband’s shirt and a lot on the patio floor. The floor was easy to wipe up, I don’t have the stain off my husband’s shirt yet after 2 cleanings.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away
The cabin was exactly as advertised in the opportunity do use. The pontoon was a pretty fantastic thing. Just love being out water for a spin around the lake or to drop a few lines and catch some fish. Appreciated the space, quietness and the owners timely response on any questions we had. Our family enjoyed the time we had here it would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great remote getaway
Took a family trip with my wife, father, sister and kids. The property worked great for what we needed and given when we booked it. If I had any critiques it would be the distance from town and other attractions (although this was very clearly communicated upfront), And the lake was quite small but the pontoon was a great amenity and ultimately the selling point. Very clean and great communication with the owner. Would recommend for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5-stars
Great home, owner, and location!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Fun Week in MN
We rented this lake house for a week while we visited my brother who lives in Aitkin. Our group included 5 adults and 4 kids and the variety of sleeping arrangements on the main floor, basement and loft worked really well for us. We made use of all the boats and also did some swimming in the clear water. There is no beach access but we used a boat to ferry swimmers out to the swimming platform and that worked fine. The house and property were exactly "as advertised" and everything in the house worked and was in good repair.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time for everyone.
The cabin is nice and secluded with very few if any other people using the lake. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to relax and enjoy being with your family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
We wanted to take a trip with the kids to do some fishing. Cabin was great had everything we needed and wasn't far from alot of lakes to fish.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Amy G.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Not a fishing lake and no lake views
This is a beautiful cabin and I would recommend if you are not looking to fish or expect a lake view when you are not on the dock. Host clearly takes pride in the home but there are signs all over the home that make it feel a bit less welcoming. I understand the reason for the signs, it’s just la bit much. Would suggest a book with rules and also offer suggestions for nearby amenities etc. I’m sure the host will post something to make my review seem unreasonable- I wish I would have noticed that trend in the reviews before I booked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H., Savage

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was awesome
Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin week
Our family had a great time hanging out at the cabin for the week. The property was exactly as describes and our Kids made tons of lifelong memories. The cabin was remote and quite and the pontoon perfectly fit our needs for a family with young kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Dave Radant, Manager/Owner

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I very much enjoy my lakehome but as a business owner I am busy and use it very little. Instead of leaving it vacant most of the time I wanted to make it available to you to have an alternative to the mundane 'same old thing' resort style vacation. Stay at my home year round as I'm sure you'll enjoy it as much as I do.

Thank You,
Dave

Why they chose this property

My father purchased the land in 1956. He was enamored by the property's beauty, the tremendous fishing, and the privacy. In 1996 I tore down the old cabin and built the three level Ski Chalet-Style Lake Home with an open loft to facilitate the 'togetherness' that a 'cabin' is supposed to convey. Since I am so busy with work and I use the place only a couple weeks per year, I decided to share it with you!

What makes this property unique

I enjoy all aspects of the place including peace and quiet, all the wildlife in the woods surrounding the house, great fishing, swimming, the large deck overlooking the lake, all of it. It's also the rarity to have such a large private lot on such a nice lake with no neighbors. It makes me glad I purchased those additional lots adjacent to the property. To me, there is no replacement for seclusion and privacy and this place really delivers.

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