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Rustic Cozy Cabin on Island Lake w/ Fire Pit, Dock

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Park Rapids Vacation Rental | 5BR | 2.5BA | 3,000 Sq Ft | Stairs to Access
Exterior
Living Room | Free WiFi
Living area
Living area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Park Rapids, Minnesota
  • Evergreen Gifts & Fun Park
    5 min drive
  • Character Challenge Course
    7 min drive
  • Itasca State Park
    16 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Additional Sleeping (Cat Nap Shack, Separate Building)

2 Single Beds

Additional Sleeping (Gazebo, Separate Building)

2 Single Beds

Additional Sleeping (Sleeping Porch)

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Rustic Cozy Cabin on Island Lake w/ Fire Pit, Dock

Leave your stress behind and spend your days swimming and relaxing from this dreamy lakefront vacation rental. Boasting 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and amenities like a fireplace, fire pit, and fire pit, this cabin is ideal for your group. When you’re ready to venture out, explore the trails at Itasca State Park, host a lakeside picnic, or stroll through downtown Park Rapids to discover local shops and eateries! For those who prefer to stay put, this cabin is truly a destination in itself!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Private Waterfront & Dock | 3,000 Sq Ft

Bring the kids or your group of friends for a relaxing lakefront retreat in Park Rapids, where you can enjoy top-notch amenities, water activities, and world-class winter recreation when the seasons change.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Bedroom 4: King Bed

Enclosed Porch Sleeping Nook (Summer Only, Main Cabin): 2 Twin Beds | Gazebo (Summer Only, Separate Building By Beach): 2 Twin Beds | Cat Nap Shack (Summer Only, Separate Building) | Additional Sleeping: Air Mattress

OUTDOOR LIVING: Fire pit, charcoal & gas grill, gazebo, sandy beach w/ seating & dock, large deck w/ dining area, award-winning snowmobile trails access
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffeemaker, Crockpot, coffee grinder, blender, 6-person dining table
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TVs, sauna, wood-burning fireplace
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels/linens, washer/dryer w/ detergent, high chair, first-aid kit
FAQ: No A/C
PARKING: Driveway (5 vehicles), street parking, RV & Trailer parking are permitted

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKES: Island Lake (on-site), Two Inlets Lake (6.9 miles), Eagle Lake (5.2 miles), Potato Lake (11.6 miles), Fishhook Lake (8.2 miles)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Top-notch snowmobile trails, cross-country skiing, and ice fishing, Two Inlets State Forest (10.8 miles), Itasca State Park (14.5 miles), Paul Bunyan State Forest (20.1 miles)
FAMILY FUN: Character Challenge Course (4.1 miles), Evergreen Gifts and Fun Par (2.7 miles), Jasper’s Jubilee Theater (12.6 miles)
AIRPORT: Konshok Field Airport (11.9 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 pets allowed)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property has a strict max occupancy of 10 for safety
- NOTE: Boats are not allowed to be docked at the property. Use public access
- NOTE: The property does not offer A/C

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

Pets

Pets allowed
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Park Rapids

Located in Park Rapids, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center, while Hubbard County Historical Museum and Woodtick Theatre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Evergreen Gifts & Fun Park and Peace Pipe Vista. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
Map
Park Rapids, Minnesota

What's nearby

  • Evergreen Gifts & Fun Park - 5 min drive
  • Character Challenge Course - 7 min drive
  • Itasca State Park - 16 min drive
  • Two Inlets State Forest - 22 min drive
  • Lake Itasca - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Foxy's Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Emmaville Inn - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Rapid River Logging Camp - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Orion's Lodge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Vacationaire Lodge and Supperclub - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Cozy Cabin on Island Lake w/ Fire Pit, Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Cozy Cabin on Island Lake w/ Fire Pit, Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Cozy Cabin on Island Lake w/ Fire Pit, Dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Cozy Cabin on Island Lake w/ Fire Pit, Dock located?

This family-friendly Park Rapids cabin is located on the waterfront, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Evergreen Gifts & Fun Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Itasca State Park and Red Bridge Park. Two Inlets State Forest and Skoe Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

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6.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

marjorie m.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
smell
no response from property manager although we tried the numbers and emailed. there was a sewer smell, toilet in the basement could not be used nor the shower as sewer was coming up in the shower. It is a beautiful spot but this place needs some attention and better management
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Lisa

Weekend stay
Space is nice, could use some up keep and cleaning. Didn't expect the strong iron in the water. Enjoyed the scenery and wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Sheryl V.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
The property was in poor condition. Towles were hard to find and were also in poor condition plus there were no linens in the kitchen area except for one very dirty sponge! The Gazebo and dock were over a block from the cabin-not conducive for a family to enjoy-plus the dock was in terrible condition. OUr older grandsons did swim to the swimming platform but found it covered in green moss!! Very disappointed with this VRBO-and the cost of the additional charges from Evolve were way too extreme-doubt I will do this again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MacKenzie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Woodland Cabin – A Perfect Lakeside Escape
Our stay at the cabin in the was absolutely delightful. This spacious retreat proved to be perfect for all ages, including our dogs, who had a fantastic time exploring the wooded area and playing freely. The cabin's accommodating nature made our stay comfortable and enjoyable for everyone. One of the highlights was the easy access to ATV trails right across the road, which provided endless adventure and fun. The location was also ideal for visiting nearby tourist attractions, with plenty of activities to keep us entertained throughout our stay. Initially, we were a bit skeptical due to some reviews about cleanliness, but we found the cabin to be just what we expected for a lake place in the woods. It was spacious inside and out. The beach, though a bit weedy, featured a floating dock. We had a great time using the canoe and pedal boat to go back and forth to the dock. The serene lake setting added to the charm and tranquility of our vacation. Our experience was so positive that we wished we had booked for more days. Everyone enjoyed the cabin so much that we have decided to make this our yearly vacation home. We can't wait to come back and create more wonderful memories at this beautiful cabin in the woods.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Shirley U.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Itasca
The place was in a very good location. Loved the area, restaurant and bar very near. There were not enough supplies like toilet paper, paper towels, dish clothes and no dish soap. Lots of spider webs and a big hornets nest on the lake side of house. With some work this would be a really nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jack L.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Below expectations
The online pictures looks great but the actual property does not meet the expectations. And lack of maintenance and supports.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Victoria F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Rustic and charming
Unfortunately there was miscommunication between the management and cleaning crew, as the property was not taken care of before we arrived. Cleanliness was a Issue in kitchen and bedrooms. The charming outer area building, gazebo and small cabin were not prepared for guest therefore, unusable. Other than cleanliness, the property is charming and spacious. The property is beautiful, wooded on the lake. Despite the initial problems my concerns were addressed with the management company Evolve, who compensated me for the initial troubles.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nell K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hallmark xmas
Wanted to bring my kids to a quaint cottage and celebrate Xmas together. Gorgeous cabin, decorated so cute. Beds sooo comfy. We will b back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Karry C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Could be amazing
Get to the front door, cobwebs and something that ran down the door and dried on it. Walk in carpet is disgusting. Since you allow pets, remove carpets. Carpet under dining room table has duct tape around, which was all messed up. The fridge and freezer has not been cleaned in years. Pots, pans and cooking utensils are horrid. Dirty towel in upstairs bathroom. For the price we paid and the cleaning fee, we expect the house to be clean and have proper cooking utensils. So disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Diana J.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Not for Summer
The cabin home is nice, and spacious. However, it is full of “belongings”. There was even food left in the refrigerator, and the pantry cupboards full of “stuff”. It was also record breaking hot temperatures. I tried to reach the “contact” people to ask questions prior to our arrival, I couldn’t reach anyone until the day before our stay. No Air Conditioning…We had to search all over for fans. Found 2 extremely dirty box fans and 2 ceiling fans, one only worked on low. The worst part of our trip, they had taken the docks out! (Found this out 1day before our arrival, so couldn’t cancel) The whole reason we rented this cabin so far away was because it stated lake front, lake access with dock and sandy beach. The kids could not even swim! All weeds, muck and leeches! We had to leave this expensive property and drive to a beach. That was the most disappointing wrong thing to remove the dock prior to our stay. There were other slightly bothersome things too as stated in other reviews in regards to floor dust, & cleanliness. I had to clean off thick, old cobwebs and dirt from the deck table and chairs prior to using, and the deck stairway was boarded up also. We even had to clean out the gazebo in order to use it.Disappointing 🙁 stay just not worth the money charged. I would say it would be a nice winter ice fishing getaway. Not a summer place…
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
We loved this property. Lots of space, very clean and the property manager communicated really well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
We stayed in this home for an extended family weekend away. The property and home were beautiful and provided plenty of space for us to be together. The hosts were flexible and kind. I’d gladly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amie A., Alexandria MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great cabin for our family for the weekend! Nice being right on the lake for some ice fishing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Greg

Terrible
We rented a cabin in November in Minnesota with a fireplace. When we got there it was dark out half the light switches did not work there was no Dura logs for the fire. The cabin was dirty.

8/10 Good

Elizabeth O.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake property.
Private location with access to a lake. Main house offered lots of space, many bedrooms and several baths. Large deck. Well stocked kitchen. Could have been a little cleaner and there was some maintenance it's that should have been done. Still, lovely property that met our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Leiah G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Have had better!
I sent a message requesting check-in information when we were about 3½ hours away. I still haven't received that info. Luckily, my borther in law was able to get the key box open so we could get it in. There was an incredible amount of dirt on the floor, as if it hadn't been swept in between guests. The walkways into the property from all entrances are made of dirt so some dirt is expected, however, the need to sweep was immediate upon our arrival, despite a carpeted foyer area. The place was muggy and musty smelling especially in one of the downstairs bedrooms (it was equipped with a dehumidifier). What appeared to be mold was visible along the baseline of the downstairs hallway. We have mold allergies and all 8 of us had allergy spikes after the first night. There were piles of animal hair visible in the corner behind the chair when we were sitting on the floor playing with our baby. Trash from other guests found under the beds when checked for any of our belongings as we were packing up. The deck has several broken boards exposing potentially dangerous nails. We call these "toe catchers" where I'm from. The deck is very slippery when wet. The coffee pot was dirty inside where the filter goes and inside the carafe. Also, be sure to switch it off as there is no auto turn off feature. The dock space was nice to hang out on. You can get in the water from the shoreline but it's full of plants, algae and lake scum. I am not new to lake life so I understand how the shores are often unpleasant to play in and my expectation was that the water would be accessible to splash around in based on the listing description. There is carpet underneath the dining table that is rolled up in the edges creating trip hazards for all. The lighting in the kitchen is poor since most of the under counter lights did not work. Be sure to bring your own toiletries. None were provided. I was grateful that plenty of toilet paper and linens were provided. The hand soap in one bathroom was watered down despite there being a giant refill bottle under the sink. The kitchen iknives are dangerous with the wooden handles being broke around the trivets holding the handle together. We travel frequently and stay in a variety of vacation rental homes and are also hosts of vacation properties in beach and woodsy areas. This was sub par in comparison to others I've stayed in and to our standards as a host. I can say with confidence that we left the place better than we found.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher Pavey

The Cabin of Cabins!
This is THEE place you want to stay if you want the best of cabin experiences, views, and close proximity to Itasca State Park! The cabin comes with everything you need and tons of ambiance. The cabin is very spacious with with a main master bed on the main floor with master bath, as well, as an additional half bath. In addition, there is a 4-season heated porch with 2 more single beds with couches to also lounge on to enjoy the amazing views. The kitchen is spacious and the table can seat 8. The views from the deck odd the kitchen were wonderful and where we spent a lot of time, there is also a table for 6 outside and 3-burner nice sized gas grill that we used without issue. 3 bedrooms are located on the basement level where you will find a full bath with steam shower, sauna and walk out door to the hot tub over looking the lake! There is also a washer and dryer. The beds were all very comfortable and we slept extremely well. Outside, you can take the path down to Island Lake and go to the left for a short walk to the dock and gazebo with 2 beds and working stone fireplace where you can enjoy the sunsets or make s'mores in the stone bonfire area! The sunsets are amazing and we enjoyed many from the dock. We did not have a boat with us, so please review other reviews on this subject nor did we swim in the lake. Just beyond the gazebo is the Cat Nap Shack where 2 more can sleep, note there is no running water at the gazebo or shack but there is a small fridge. Wetayed 5 nights here and loved it and will be back again! Note: If you plan to go to Itasca State Park be sure to these things for sure: 1) Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center, we wished we had done this first as there is so much to read about and learn with all the interactive exhibits. Really well done. 2) Be sure to take the Lake Itasca Boat Tour, we LOVED this. 3) Have lunch or dinner at Douglas Lodge for sure and the walk over to the Forest Inn store and for some more history. 4) Walk across the Mississippi on the large rocks and then go to the Mary Gibbs Mississippi Headwaters Center.

6/10 Okay

Mary M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed in the cleaning. Cob webs. Garbage in between cushions moldy sheets in Dryer.
The cabin is older but has a great interior. Plenty of room for the 8 of us. However we will not be back because of the cleanliness.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snowmobiling
Great place to stay for a larger group snowmobiling.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great facilities
We had a wonderful time at this property. Lots of space and a great location not too far from Park Rapids.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gwenia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and low maintenance
The location was gorgeous and easy to navigate. Only sounds around we’re from the woods.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wesley V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
great location. Fit our needs well.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Chau L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time
Great location. Clean towels were not readily available. Had to clean off dog hair from beds. Outside of this, we had a good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

S M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lot in the woods for privacy
Pros: nice location tucked back off road surrounded by trees-huge lot, lake view. Living areas were nice size with door separating 4 season porch for noise reduction. Northwoods feel. Most bedrooms were on lower level which was nice for keeping sound down if others were still up. Only 10 minute drive from Park Rapids and 15 minutes to Itasca State Park. Cons: advertised as 5 BR was only 4 with some beds in the 4 season porch. For the amount being charged as cleaning fee the house should have been spotless, it wasn't and is in need of some maintenance. No window coverings in bedrooms for privacy(there are no other homes around but when other people in your group are outside and you are in your room trying to change clothes etc. can be awkward) and for keeping morning light out to sleep late. The gazebo, fire pit and bunk building were a ways down a path away from the main home which could be a pro or con depending on if you planned on someone sleeping out there(far away from bathroom in house-path not lit) Check in instructions gave inaccurate location for lockbox but we figured it out pretty quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

Cody G.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Good cabin, poor communication
Property itself was great. We had a couple minor issues that needed the property managers guidance. Texts, calls, and emails all went unreturned for multiple days. Never did receive any communication from the Property Manager at any point.

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