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Sunset Retreat Lake Home - Pedal Boat, Canoe & Kayak Included

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6113 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Big Lake, MN
  • Mississippi Drive Park
    6 min drive
  • Pizza Factory
    15 min walk
  • Big Lake Station
    6 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    29 min drive

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About the area

Big Lake

Located in Big Lake, this cabin is on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Mississippi Drive Park and Mississippi River. .This cabin is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Monticello Country Club and 5.9 mi (9.4 km) from Freeway Fields.
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What's nearby

  • Monticello Country Club - 9 min drive
  • Wild Woods Water Park - 17 min drive
  • Albertville Premium Outlets - 17 min drive
  • St. Cloud State University - 33 min drive
  • Venetian Indoor Waterpark - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Big Lake Station - 6 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Nordic Brewing Co - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sunset Retreat Lake Home - Pedal Boat, Canoe & Kayak Included

Welcome to Sunset Retreat! The updated four season cabin offers the best sunset views on Big Lake, plus plenty of water toys for you to enjoy!

A charming two bedroom, one bath home with a large dining table for 8, beautiful white oak floors throughout, a wood-burning fireplace and new custom cabinetry. Swing from the hanging egg chair in the dining room and enjoy the spectacular west-facing view. Then step outside to the spacious patio furnished with a bar, dining table, Traeger pellet grill and a Hot Shot stove for a small fire.

During winter months enjoy cross-country skiing, sledding and ice fishing at the lake. Big Lake is also a snow-mobile destination, with access to over 230 miles of groomed trails.

During warmer months, walk down to the dock to enjoy swimming, fishing, a ride in the pedal boat, canoe, or kayak (included with your rental), or to simply relax and take it all in. You are welcome to bring a boat and tie it up on the dock.

The home features two bedrooms: One with a queen Select Comfort (single chamber) bed and desk/dressing table, the second with a full-sized bed with memory foam mattress under a twin bunk bed (with stairs). There is a full-sized futon in the common area.

The kitchen is equipped with updated appliances, a Keurig, air fryer/toaster oven, new pots and pans, and standard tools/cooking utensils. There is also a full-sized bath, and a washer and dryer.

The house is cooled with a newly updated air conditioning unit. Ceiling fans circulate the air in the living room and two bedrooms, plus two additional fans are provided to move cool air into the bedrooms at night.

We all love a good time; however, this is a residential area and we ask renters to be respectful to the neighboring houses which are close by. Outdoor quiet hours are 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. in alignment with the City of Big Lake Noise Ordinance.

Smoking on the property is strictly prohibited.

About Big Lake:
Transportation
The Northstar Line offers service between Big Lake and downtown Minneapolis, stopping at stations in Elk River, Ramsey, Anoka, Coon Rapids, and Fridley. With bus service to and from St. Cloud. Check the website for the most up to date schedule. www.metrotransit.org/northstar

Entertainment
Lakeside Park - 1.5 miles
- A public beach and park located directly across the lake, includes a boat launch, playground, basketball courts, volleyball courts and a skate park.
- Rent paddle boards or kayaks from Floaters at the park
- Farmers Market on Wednesdays
- Music in the Park on Thursdays

McPetes Sports Bar and Lanes + Mini Golf - 1.5 miles
- Enjoy bowling, mini golf, beach volleyball or a game of bags
- McPetes serves lunch and dinner both inside and outside on the patio

Sand Dunes State Forest - 8 miles
Just a short trek northeast of town visitors can marvel at 5,000 year-old dunes while fishing and exploring the miles of scenic hiking, biking, snow mobiling and horseback riding trails of Sand Dunes State Forest.

Snow Mobiling: The state forest includes a portion of the over 230 miles of groomed trails in the area maintained in a cooperative effort through the Sherburne County Snowmobile Trail Association. Find a trail map and conditions on www.snocruisers.org.

Ice Skating Rink - 0.5 miles
The city skating rink at 160 Lake Street N includes: Benches, parking, restrooms and a warming house.

Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge - 12 miles
The refuge offers a variety of recreational activities including hiking, wildlife watching, photography, driving the Prairie’s Edge Wildlife. Paddle the designated canoe route to get a different perspective and get off the beaten path by hiking or biking the service roads when the refuge is out of wildlife sanctuary from September 1 through February 28.

ERX Motor Park - 14 miles
An all-season motorsports facility in Elk River. They host various racing events - from snocross in the winter to car and ATV races in the summer. Check their website for events. (www.erxmotorpark.com)

Bars/Restaurants
- Willy’s on the Water
- Lupulin Brewery Taproom (Award-winning beers, check their calendar for live music and food truck info - www.lupulinbrewing.com)
- The Frozen Spoon Ice Cream (+20 flavors, plus homemade treats & fun gifts!)
- Breakfast: Lake Cafe
- Dinner: Willy’s on the Water, Trails, or The Buff
- Pizza Takeout/Delivery: Pizza Factory
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Patrick and Anna

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Basketball nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1216 sq ft (113 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 27

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Sunset Retreat Lake Home - Pedal Boat, Canoe & Kayak Included Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Getaway
Great place to sneak away to during the holidays! Giant TV and comfy couch to watch the holiday classics and a giant dining room table to do puzzles and play board games! I had a little bit of a hiccup with the lock when I arrived since it was new, but I received immediate responses so it wasn't an issue. Thinking about bringing the family during the summer next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
It was all we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice place
it was great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what I was looking for
This lakeside spot is just what I wanted, and will probably be what you want to! The house is all yours, REALLY all yours and not "all yours but also the owner lives upstairs and grandma lives in the basement". It was truly private! The backyard is huge and the lake access is amazing. My spouse and I sat by the lake for hours and it was the first time I've felt relaxation in years ;) It's beautiful! The house itself has lovely modern interiors, but is very comfortable. Big couches, the sleep number bed is a treat. Check in was easy, communication was easy, highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely retreat
A beautiful and relaxing retreat. The boats and campfire added some lakeside fun too. The property is well kept and welcoming. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
I would absolutely recommend Sunset Retreat for your family getaway. I stayed at the house with my husband, children and mom and we all had a wonderful time. The house was clean and beautiful. So many fun activities for my kids to do. They swam all day and had fires in the mornings and evenings. It was wonderful! We all feel so refreshed after our weekend trip to Big Lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Everything was great. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay…
We had a great stay with a few friends. Couldn’t ask for anything to be better… just a great place to stay and responsive hosts when we were looking for rain day ideas. Thanks! We will be back for a third stay sometime for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolene L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Everything that was there. The kitchen had way more than what was expected. It was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing weekend in Big Lake!
Even though the weather wasn’t the best, we had a great time. The location was perfect & there was something to do for everyone. Patrick & Anna were very communicative providing excellent suggestions for local things to do & places to visit. We would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

shawn s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Property was well maintained and updated. Hosts responded quickly to any questions I had. Property manager was very friendly and helpful during our stay The lake was clear and had a nice sandy beach for our kids to play on, I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great visit at this home. Perfect spot, perfect weather, perfect home. Thanks to the hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Relaxing Spot
We had family from out of town stay and it was wonderful for the cousins to get together and fish. House was great but there are stairs.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Work Stay
Beautiful well equipped home. A little cold for water activities however, the area looked welcoming and well kept. Having the washer/dryer was so nice since we were working during our stay. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Work Stay
Beautiful property with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Easy check in and great response time from hosts. Weather was still a little chilly during our stay to enjoy anything water related however, the area looks very inviting and well kept.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Get-together
Patrick and Anna were the perfect host/hostess for a weekend to celebrate a friend! The weekend was seamless and everything was perfect! Location and the house was amazing! I will definetly try to return and enjoy the summer fun at this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to escape
The property is awesome and the communication with the owner was easy. There was an electronic glitch with the entry lock, but all was addressed as the owner called right after seeing the message and made sure there was a plan B if the glitch could not be fixed. Fortunately it was and we had a great girls weekend! Just a wonderful location. The cabin is clean and comfortable. There are restaurants and activities near by. Just an overall great trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful January Stay!
We had a wonderful stay! The view of the lake is gorgeous, house is comfortable and gorgeous, beds are comfortable, and the hosts were great at communicating with us. The different spaces to relax in the house was really nice. We would love to come back in the summer to enjoy the lake more! We appreciated the restaurant recommendations, Willys on the Water was our favorite!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C., Mpls

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot in Big Lake!
Perfect mini break at this getaway that’s only 45 minutes from Mpls.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas with our family
Property was very clean and well taken care of. We apologize for setting off the fire alarms with our cooking lol! Thanks for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving getaway
We stayed while visiting family in town. Convenient location with access to everything we needed for the holidays!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason H., Tampa

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice retreat
Perfect stay during a chilly November visit to see family. Great location and very comfortable clean and updated accommodations. Would stay again when in the area!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lake Front Cabin
Just had a fantastic stay. Cabin is perfect! Location to lake and dock access can’t be beat. We used the provided canoe to paddle over to Willy’s on The Lake for some food and brew.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful!
It was amazing 😁 The house is beautiful the view is beautiful it was very clean and was exactly how the pictures showed! We will definitely be going back❤️ Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Has It All
We had a relaxing and enjoyable time. My husband and I were able to relax and watch the beautiful lake and boaters. The restaurants in town are delicious. We ventured out to within a max of 45 minutes to Albertville, Clearwater and St. Cloud for some great finds shopping and then came back to the quiet of the Lake each night. The house had everything we needed and the communication could not have been better. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023