Family Cabin on Beautiful Bay Lake - Large Lakeside Deck & Yard - Private Dock - Bay Lake

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Large deck for panoramic views of the lake

Desk available if relaxing & working remotely. Gas stove is not operational

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6145 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Dryer

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Deerwood, MN

Mille Lacs Lake13 min drive
Paul Bunyan Land16 min drive
Brainerd International Raceway39 min drive
Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)115 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet

Main Bath with Walk in Shower

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Family Cabin on Beautiful Bay Lake - Large Lakeside Deck & Yard - Private Dock

Enjoy your family or friend's getaway on beautiful Bay Lake in central Minnesota, near Deerwood. ***Weekly rentals only during peak season! Shorter rentals are considered when request is within 30 days of arrival date with a 2-night minimum stay.*** Please call or email with questions 815.677.0110 or email tbunga@sbcglobal.net

Relax and enjoy the outdoors with a panoramic lake view from the spacious deck that overlooks a large level yard for hours of family fun and games. A picnic table, deck chairs and a charcoal grill are provided. The yard is sprayed for mosquitos and ticks to help make enjoyable evenings on the deck or for smores around the lakeside fire pit. A private dock is provided to tie off your boat. The paved driveway has space for your boat/boat trailer parking. NO TENTS OR RVs.

Our cabin is all one level (1564 Sq Ft) with an open floor plan that has all the comforts of home. Sleeps a maximum of six guests (includes children) in two private bedrooms: Bedroom #1 has a queen bed and a twin bed. Bedroom #2 has a double bed and a twin bed. A full bathroom with walk-in shower as well as a 1/2 bath. Couches are NOT pull-out sleepers. All rooms are carpeted, except the bathroom, laundry and kitchen. Amenities include bedding and bath towels, washer & dryer, dishwasher and a large eat in kitchen fully stocked with everything you need to enjoy family dinners; Spacious living room and sunroom porch. This cabin is not air conditioned but has ceiling fans in most rooms and three portable fans are available. 50" Smart TV provides streaming only - No local channels. Sorry – No Pets or smoking allowed (inside or outside on property)!

Bay Lake is in the heart of the Brainerd lakes area and is a 2,435-acre lake filled with several bays, points and islands and is one of the top bass fishing lakes in Minnesota. Don't forget to pack your favorite lures and poles. Enjoy the public beach/sandbar area on the north side of Church Island. Take your rafts for floating and anchor your boat for the day or afternoon. A public volleyball net is also provided.

Suggestions to pack: food and drinks, storage containers to take home leftovers, dish, hand & laundry soap, shampoo/personal toiletries, beach towels, sunscreen, life jackets, water toys, CDs, DVDs, fishing equipment, insect spray, picnic items (napkins, paper plates, plastic silverware), charcoal and firewood.

You and your family will have a memorable and enjoyable stay in this peaceful, relaxing lakeside haven.

Property manager

Matt and Teresa

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Lake view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Family friendly neighborhood-Quiet hours 10pm-8am

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside or on the property

Cancelation Fee of $75 is retained for all cancelations (housekeeping cancelation fee).

*Please refrain from wearing shoes in the house. *Open Fires allowed only at fire pit. *No grilling on or near deck. *No fish cleaning in house.

Respect check-out time of 11am for housekeeping to access property and maintain no person-to-person contact. Late fee charged deducted from deposit.

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: Family friendly neighborhood-Quiet hours 10pm-8am

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

This property does not have any lifts

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Deerwood

Located in Deerwood, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The Lakes and Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Paul Bunyan Land and This Old Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Deerwood, MN

What's nearby

The Lakes - 7 min drive
Mille Lacs Lake - 13 min drive
Farm Island Lake - 15 min drive
Paul Bunyan Land - 16 min drive
Brainerd International Raceway - 39 min drive

Getting around

Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
‪Garrison VFW - ‬11 min drive
‪Bird's Nest - ‬9 min drive
‪Svoboda's Spotlite Family - ‬11 min drive
‪Harbor Inn - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Cabin on Beautiful Bay Lake - Large Lakeside Deck & Yard - Private Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Cabin on Beautiful Bay Lake - Large Lakeside Deck & Yard - Private Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Cabin on Beautiful Bay Lake - Large Lakeside Deck & Yard - Private Dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Cabin on Beautiful Bay Lake - Large Lakeside Deck & Yard - Private Dock located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of The Lakes, Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf and Mille Lacs Lake. Paul Bunyan Land and This Old Farm are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kari K., Otsego

6 Aug 2023

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

Summer Vacation

The cabin was exactly as stated. Clean, spacious, great view to the lake. Nice front yard and a large deck facing the lake. The fishing was also great.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

30 July 2023

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

Quiet location.

Sun room was great. Nice lawn. Easy access for turning boat trailers around.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

9 Aug 2022

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

Excellent rental, nice lake

The house is extremely well-appointed and the host has everything very well organized. There are notes in smart places and a binder with all the details about the home, lake, and surrounding areas. The host was very easy to reach for questions before and during our trip. All appliances worked great, the water pressure was good, and we had plenty of space in the cupboards and refrigerator/ freezer to store supplies for the week. We loved the large 4-season porch and the deck is spacious with shady areas throughout the day. The boat dock is in great shape and easily accommodated our large pontoon. There is an outlet on the yardlight that is close to the dock. The driveway was large enough for us to easily maneuver and store our boat trailer. There is a convenient table and water source for cleaning fish near the shed. Bay Lake is very clean with water clarity at least 14 feet. We enjoyed boating, swimming, tubing, and kayaking on the lake. We caught a variety of sunfish and bass of all sizes, some smaller northern pike and crappie. The lake offers many good fishing locations, even in winds with 30mph gusts. The boat traffic is higher on the weekends than during the week. The neighbors were kind and friendly. It is very convenient to boat up to Hansen's for gas and ice; the store is also walking distance and has many basic convenience items; the staff was very helpful. Garrison and Deerwood are both close and had grocery and hardware stores for the things we needed. Thank you for all of the efforts to provide a wonderful vacation location!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James M.

30 July 2022

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

Great Lake House

Exactly as described. A perfect lakeside home for a week of great fishing on Bay Lake. Easy check in. Nice clean house with everything you need. Would definitely go back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim N.

29 July 2022

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

Great Time at Bay Lake Cabin!

We were extremely pleased with the home and property. The owners clearly wanted their guests to have a great experience, as the cabin and outside areas were well stocked with everything we needed. They also provided excellent instructions to ensure an enjoyable stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Z.

21 Sept 2021

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

Bay Lake

Nice cabin!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Duane B., Princeton

12 Sept 2021

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

Very clean, the home was will equipped with everything you need.

Great location. The home sits on nice flat lot with easy access to the lake. Large parking area that could fit 4 vehicles. Large deck with nice lake view. Bay lake is a clean, clear lake. The home was set up with all our needs. I Would rent again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

14 Aug 2021

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

Another wonderful stay on Bay Lake!

Wonderful cabin and lake to spend the week on! Cabin has everything you would need to feel right at home!! Fishing, boating, swimming, shopping, bonfires! Perfect week up north at Bag Lake!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

4 Aug 2020

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

Great Little Cabin for Get-Away Week

We had a great time in this small family cabin.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jaymi D.

29 July 2020

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

Great family cabin!

Check-in process was great. Loved the keyless entry. We brought our own boat, and it fit nicely between the two docks. Ceiling fans were great and the other 3 fans provided were beneficial. A bit weedy by the dock, so kids weren’t able to jump off the dock and swim. We took the boat out to the middle of the lake to swim. Nice flat roads for running too. I would definitely recommend this place for a nice little getaway!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

matt h.

7 July 2020

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

Great yard and location on the lake

Great for kids and young families

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keith S., Northfield, Mn

22 June 2020

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

Bay Lake visit

My wife and I enjoyed our stay at Bay Lake. We have stayed at Bay Lake before so were aware of the beautiful water. The cabin was very comfortable and very well equipped in the kitchen. Cabin was very clean on our arrival. The beds were comfortable and the ceiling fans were a big plus. The dock worked fine for tying up my boat. The yard was freshly cut before our arrival. Nice paved parking area behind the house. We brought our bikes and enjoyed taking rides each day. Overall a very enjoyable visit.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

31 Aug 2019

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

Perfect vacation!

Our family of four had an absolute blast! We completely unplugged and relaxed and spent our days fishing, swimming, boating, kayaking, and s’mores by the campfire at night. The location and amenities made it so you did not want to leave and we rarely did. We have stayed at many rentals and this one was outfitted the best by far. The kids loved the closet full of board games and the book selection was great. The hammock was a big hit and witnessed several naps during that week. Thanks Theresa and Matt for knowing and truly embracing what cabin life I’d about and sharing it with others.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

16 July 2019

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

Another great experience

Very comfortable cabin. Wonderful huge and I mean huge porch and deck. Every utensil one could fathom using. Ice maker is a life saver! Very clean and just a delight to stay at. Wish the Bay Lake DNR folks would find a way to add a closer public launch site though!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Judie H.

9 July 2019

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

Nice, clean cabin

I worked with Teresa, one of the owners. She was always available for questions and made our stay very pleasant. The cabin worked wonderfully for my family. It was nice and clean. The cabin was also nicely stocked with kitchen equipment. The deck was wonderful and I enjoyed many mornings outside drinking my coffee and hearing the loons call. Highly recommend cabin.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

7 July 2019

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

Felt like home!

Great Cabin on lake. Loved and used the large deck and fishing dock a lot. Kitchen was well stocked just like home! We will be back!🎣🇺🇸😎🚣‍♀️

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Caleb D.

12 June 2019

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

Great Lake property

We loved the location and lake! We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 38 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Russell H.

21 Sept 2018

Great cabin!!!

Loved waking up to the loon calls and the peacenees of the lake and sounds of the animals. Neighbors were nice and the ppl up there were nice. Great area to stay in.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

William S.

6 Sept 2018

Great property on a great lake!

We stayed at 4 different cabins on 4 different lakes this summer, all in this same general area. This property was easily the best one we stayed at. First off, it felt more like a home than a cabin, which means it was clean, well-stocked, and had plenty of room. The deck out back overlooking the lake was great, and the fishing on the lake itself was also excellent. We really appreciated all the little touches, which made it clear the owners know what they are doing. They were quick to respond to questions and easy to deal with.

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

7 Aug 2018

Perfect "Up North" Getaway!

We had a great time at our stay! The cabin had everything we needed for our stay. It was very clean, comfortable, and charming! Communication from the owner was great as well, no surprises! *One note... and this is no reflection of this cabin/owner: if you are renting a boat on Bay Lake, double and triple confirm your boat reservation. We had issues with two seperate boat rental outfits at Bay Lake. They are both "old school" pencil & paper reservation "systems". Our vacation could have been utterly dissappointing, but God is good and things worked out.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

11 July 2018

Great get away!

Overall the property was very good. The lake is right there for the enjoyment of same. Very comfortable cabin. Very tastefully decorated and accommodating. Porch and deck facing the lake were awesome to use. Highly recommend the cabin. Unless of course I am trying to schedule a stay!!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

22 Oct 2017

Enjoyable fall week in MN

Enjoyable fall week in MN. Leaves were at peak color and temperatures were in high 60's. Couldn't have asked for better weather. We were also was able to attend Ruttger's Oktoberfest while here. Home was very comfortable and cozy. Had everything we needed. Highly recommend.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

31 July 2017

Perfect Family Get-a-way

The owners of this rental are wonderful. They worked with us when we had trouble figuring out the VRBO site and were very prompt with getting our deposit back. The cabin is clean and spacious. It has everything you need. My husband and I loved sitting out on the deck every morning enjoying the lake view and a great cup of coffee. The cabin is only a short way from town - so if you need anything you can get it. The lake is right there! The lake is just the right size. My boys loved skiing and tubing and we caught our limit in bluegill and enjoyed catching rock bass and small mouth bass too. My husband enjoyed relaxing in the hammock. The owners sprayed for ticks and mosquitos (so awesome!) so you can enjoy a fire without getting eaten alive. Thank you for helping us make such wonderful family memories!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Derek E.

25 July 2017

4th of July 2017 on Bay Lake

We all enjoyed our stay at this wonderful spot on Bay Lake. The place is very well kept and has some nice updates too. I would stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy H.

17 July 2017

Perfect, clean and great location!

This was the perfect place to unplug and enjoy nature. We loved the spacious home with a sun room that fit a queen air mattress for the teens to sleep 'outside'. Spent a lot of time on the lake with local affordable boat rentals. Spent time at the local resort - Rutger's for dinner and the Lonesome Pine is also a great dinner out. Took a trip to Crosby for amazing state parks, biking and more fishing. Nights were spent by the fire or playing one of the many board games at the house. Having a washer dryer was a big plus along with a fully functioning kitchen, just bring your spices for cooking. Overall, wonderful, peaceful and memorable vacation for the family. Might do this as a couples trip next year! Thank you for sharing your lovely home!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

About the host

Hosted by Matt and Teresa

Our family has enjoyed vacationing on Bay Lake since 1940 - 6 generations of memories. We have made many memories and many friends here in the area. Our Bay Lake friends have become our second family.

Why they chose this property

After spending many, many years at Woodland Beach Resort on Bay Lake, we could not pass up the opportunity to own a lake front home in 2014. We are looking forward to making many more Bay Lake memories with family and friends for years to come.

What makes this property unique

The public access boat launch is just 6 miles away. Need to rent a boat? Bay Lake Marine (located next to the public access launch) and Hansen's Sports offer affordable rentals. Church Island pontoon shuttle is available at 16257 Brighton Point Road, about a 7 mile drive. Take the pontoon shuttle to the island and enjoy outdoor church services, open to the public, held each Sunday Memorial Day - Labor Day. Shuttle starts running at 9:30am. The Brainerd Lakes area offers something for everyone: Heartland Hockey camp is just 6 miles away. Mille Lacs Lake, Minnesota’s premier Walleye factory, is a short 10-minute drive and also 16 minutes from Mille Lacs Grand Casino. A variety of golf courses, tennis courts, restaurants, movies, antique shops, amusement parks, miniature golf courses, museums, and shopping are all a short drive away. Enjoy the world class 25-mile mountain bike trails, covering 800 acres in the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area near Crosby. Other activities in the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area include scuba diving and fishing for Rainbow and Brook Trout. Into auto racing? Brainerd International Raceway is just 30 minutes away. Take a short 1 1/2-hour drive to Duluth on Lake Superior to see the large iron ore boats come in on the ship canal and tour the famous lighthouses of Two Harbors and Split Rock.