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Charming 3-bedroom Cabin on Lake O'Brien with Pontoon Boat

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Crosslake, MN
  • Place, Crow Wing State Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cross Lake Recreation Area
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Gull Lake
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Charming 3-bedroom Cabin on Lake O'Brien with Pontoon Boat

If you love classic Minnesota cabins, your search is over. This beautifully restored lakefront cabin blends authentic 1960s charm with modern comforts—something that’s hard to find in newer builds. Originally built by my grandmother’s sister, the cabin has been in our family for decades. We purchased it and completed a full renovation in 2024, carefully preserving its character while upgrading every major system.

The open main level features a modern kitchen, cozy sitting area with a wood-burning fireplace, and a comfortable living room—all flowing out to a lakeside deck just 50 feet from the water. Prefer to be even closer? Enjoy your morning coffee or an evening drink on the over-water deck with firepit, a guest favorite.

Sleeping & Baths

Main-level primary suite with tile shower

Two upstairs bedrooms (lakeside bedroom includes a private balcony)

Second main-level bathroom with tile shower, perfect for upstairs guests

Amenities

2024 Bennington pontoon boat (included; mid-May to late September)

Aluminum canoe

Smart TV with local cable

Fiber-optic Wi-Fi

Air conditioning, new appliances, Kinetico water system

All mechanical systems fully updated in 2024

The Lake & Location
Located just 5 miles east of Crosslake, spring-fed Lake O’Brien boasts an impressive 24 feet of water clarity, the cleanest in the watershed district. The lake is surrounded by mature pines, with approximately 5 miles of shoreline—nearly a quarter of it protected state land.

Summer activities include fishing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, or simply floating and relaxing. A walkable sandbar is a popular gathering spot for kids of all ages. The quiet township road is ideal for morning walks or bike rides.

In winter, the lake transforms into a playground for ice fishing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling, with easy access to miles of groomed trails.

Good to Know

Ideal for families up to 6 or a couples retreat

Calendar is always kept up to date—if it’s available, it’s available

A detailed “what to bring” list is provided after booking

Owners live on the lake and can respond quickly if needed

We take great pride in keeping the cabin, equipment, and property pristine, and we’re confident your expectations will be exceeded. Truly, your only disappointment will be when it’s time to leave.
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Crow Wing State Forest. You'll find features like laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 18.9 mi (30.5 km) from Mississippi River and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Crow Wing State Forest
As a guest of this cabin, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Crosslake cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Canoeing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Charming 3-bedroom Cabin on Lake O'Brien with Pontoon Boat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
The finishes in this cabin are high quality and very impressive. This cabin was clearly renovated with great care. The owners must be very proud of this property. Check in could not have been easier. I text the host with one question and received a very fast response. It is very easy to recommend this place. The comforters are cushy and cozy. I liked the puzzle selection. Even high quality appliances. As we stayed in February, we really loved the wood burning fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heidi N.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place and hosts are excellent. Quick and responsive communication. This place is decorated so nice, and is clean. We had everything we would ever need, even a huge stack of wood that made an indoor fire heavenly on a cold weekend. The beds were super comfortable, nice towels, showers and spacious kitchen allowed us all to cook and hang out. We loved the record player and collection of music. We wish we would have brought snow boots to walk around the frozen lake. It was a very quiet and peaceful place to stay. We will definitely hope to stay here again. Thank you Jeff and Lindsay for making us feel welcome and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s a beautiful space. Thank you for the batteries. The only thing was we only had one roll of paper towel so we ran out and started using tissues. And since we were doing a lot of cooking I brought a lot of kitchen ware. On the app it lists utensils but not specifics. So really nice that you had it all but I wouldn’t have brought my own had I known. Also, the website said no pets but the manual seemed to indicate that was allowed-with conditions? I probably would have brought our very small (cute) dog if allowed…Thanks again. Loved all of the detailed decorations. Used the fire all day/night.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Black Cabin was a beautiful long weekend oasis. It is beautifully decorated, comfortable, and had a very well stocked kitchen. Everything was also very new. We loved relaxing by the lake, fishing off the dock, and roasting marshmallows around the fire.The Balmer’s were great hosts. They were very responsive to any questions we had and proactive about communicating our upcoming stay. The cabin was pictured exactly as it was in reality. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter H., Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin is exceptional, everything is updated and top of line. The location and the lake are excellent. There were no surprises or disappointments, this is a great place for a nice lake getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shari J., Buffalo

Liked: Cleanliness
I’d give more than 5 stars if I could. Communication was great from the start and the cabin was better than we were expecting. The rustic elements with modern touches gives the cabin a cool vibe. Having a turntable with vinyl was a nice touch. Our group enjoyed hanging out on the pontoon and fires on deck over the lake. The kitchen has a nice flow, so you can have several people in there at a time. After a day of enjoying the cabin and lake country you can fall into a very comfortable bed. We look forward to visiting the cabin again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keidra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time staying on Lake O’Brien! The cabin was gorgeous and the amenities were top notch. The pontoon was so fun to have along with the canoe and bonfire area! The kids loved fishing off the docks
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We very much enjoyed our stay at this beautiful and peaceful cabin. Such a bonus to have access to a pontoon. The hosts were very quick to respond with any questions we had. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property; we had a great time! Check in went smoothly, the cabin was super comfortable for 6 people, everything we needed was included.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great cabin getaway

We were impressed with the cabin, it was beautiful rustic yet all the modern conveniences. pontoon boat was perfect. we are hoping to be able to come back for another week of relaxation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin is so warm and cozy and loved all the updated features. Our family truly enjoyed our stay. Granddaughter had a blast fishing off the dock. The hosts Jeff and Lindsey are absolutely wonderful! Highly recommend staying at this beautiful cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a great little cabin. We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was as promised. This is our second stay on Lake O'Brien in one of Jeff and Lindsays properties. Their cabins are highly sought after and most always booked for good reason. We'll be back for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lykkebo! Loved every inch of it. Charming!

Jeff and Lindsay, thanks you! This was an exceptional experience for us. Propertybis beautifully designed. The layout is thoughtfully done, providing comfort and style. Our hosts were incredibly accomodating, quickly responding to any questions we had. We highly recommend this property for anyone seeking a peaceful and luxurious Minnesota getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024