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Lookout on Big McDonald, Dent MN

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Stroll through a beautifully landscaped garden, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a serene body of water.
Cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating area, and large window.
Stroll down to the dock and enjoy the serene lake views surrounded by lush greenery.
Stroll up to this charming two-story home, surrounded by a lush lawn and vibrant flowers.
Enjoy meals in this dining area with a table for four, surrounded by a chandelier and a scenic view.

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Dent, MN
  • Maplewood State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Detroit Lake
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Detroit Lake Beach
    ‪50 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.

Lookout on Big McDonald, Dent MN

Welcome to Big McDonald Lake! Lookout is a cozy home overlooking the water! Walk down the steps right to the water and landing.

This 3 bedroom, one bath house has been redone recently with nice finishes. Spacious front living room, Kitchen, and dining combo, with attached sitting room with fireplace. Walk down the hallway to the 3 bedrooms and bathroom. Laundry onsite. Lake views are amazing. Stone deck off the living space. Plenty of parking. Leashed pets are allowed at this property with a pet fee. Sleeps 6+.

All of the essentials for your stay are provided. Linens, Towels, Toiletries, Hand soap, dish soap, Laundry soap for 2 loads, Coffee Maker, Toaster, Crock Pot, Blender, Hair Dryer.

Big McDonald Lake is approximately 992 sq acres (4.0 sq km) in size with 6 miles (9.3 km) of shoreline. Big McDonald Lake is approximately 46 feet (14.0 m) at its deepest point.

Anglers can expect to find a variety of fish including Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Brown Bullhead, Burbot, Carp, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Pumpkinseed, Rock Bass, Walleye, Yellow Bullhead, and Yellow Perch in Big McDonald Lake. Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Blacknose Shiner, Bluntnose Minnow, Hybrid Sunfish, Johnny Darter, Mimic Shiner, Spottail Shiner and White Sucker.

Rent a boat or pontoon from Sota Lake Properties for your stay.
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to East Spirit Lake. Laundry facilities are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a patio in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and patio
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from West Silent Lake and 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from East Spirit Lake
This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Dent cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Darin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 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
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

385049

Lookout on Big McDonald, Dent MN Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Valerie H., Boise, ID

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointing lake vacation

The first thing we noticed upon arrival was all the grass was dead. So our children could not run and play in the grass. The Lookout view was gorgeous, however, the 40 stairs to get down to the water were unsafe and poorly maintained. The dock was hazardous and you had to be careful where you stepped to avoid going through the dead rot boards. The water had thousands of dead snail shells but there was sand and clear water after we raked away the shells and dead reeds. There was good fishing off the dock and we caught multiple blue gill and bass. Inside the cabin had the bare minimum of everything we needed for our stay, but if you are staying for more than 3 days you will need trash bags and dishwasher soap. There have been updates, but the house is in rough shape. The grill did not work well despite a pull gas tank. I would not recommend this cabin for small children and it is not handicap accessible.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025