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

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace
Property grounds
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Crosslake, MN
  • Cross Lake Recreation Area
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Crosslake Town Square
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Crosslake Community Center
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • 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 are a lover of vintage Minnesota cabins, your search is over! This beautiful cabin has been completely remodeled and includes modern amenities; however, retains all of the cabin charm that is lost in so many new cabins. The cabin was originally built in the 1960's by my grandma's sister and has been in our family since. My wife and I purchased the cabin and completely remodeled it in 2024. The modern kitchen, cozy sitting area around the wood fireplace, and living room all flow to a lakeside deck that is great for taking in the lake, which is just 50' away. Or if you want to be closer to the water, there is an over water deck with firepit that is the perfect spot for a cup of coffee or a cold drink in the evening!! The cabin features a main level master suite with tile shower, as well as two bedrooms upstairs, with the lakeside bedroom featuring a balcony. A second main level bath featuring a tile shower as well can easily be used by the upstairs guests. The rental comes complete with a pontoon boat (2024 Bennington) as well as an aluminum canoe. For those that struggle to disconnect, there is a smart TV in the living room with local cable, as well as Fiber Optic Wi-Fi. And you won't be roughing it, as the 2024 renovation also brought all new mechanical systems including air conditioning, new appliances and a new Kinetico water system.

Situated 5 miles east of the town of Crosslake, crystal clear Lake O'Brien is spring fed with a water clarity of 24', the cleanest lake in the entire watershed district. The lake itself is surrounded by mature pines. There is approximately 5 miles of shoreline, of which about a quarter of the lake is undeveloped state-owned property. During the summer, this recreational lake is perfect for fishing, skiing, wake boarding, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding and any other water-based activities, including floating on an air mattress!! There is a sandbar where you can walk across the lake which is a favorite gathering spot for 'kids of all ages'!! It's location on a quiet tar township road make it perfect for a morning walk or bike ride. During the winter months the lake is perfect for ice fishing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and is a perfect base camp to access the endless miles of groomed snowmobile trails.

Our property is perfect for a family of up to 6 or a couples retreat. We do keep our calendar updated and so if you are seeing availability then it is available. Upon reservation confirmation you'll receive a complete 'what to bring' list so you are prepared for your time up north. Feel free to inquire with any questions you may have and we’ll be prompt to reply! We pride ourselves on keeping our property and structures/equipment pristine and are certain we'll exceed your expectations in that regard. And further, since we also live on this lake, should any questions or problems arise we can respond quickly. In fact, your only disappointment will be when you have to leave!!

The pontoon boat is typically in the water and available for use from mid-May to late September.
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Crow Wing State Forest. You'll find features like laundry facilities. A kitchen and 2 bathrooms are available in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • 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
This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Crosslake cabin is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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

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
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.

Reviews

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

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

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