Family Cabin with all the views on Big Sandy

Winter update:

Escape… completely!

Enjoy a well-deserved getaway – winter is the perfect time to stay at The Cabin on the Hill!


Gather by the fire, relax, connect, and unwind in the utter peace and quiet of Big Sandy Lake. Watch the snow fall through the two-story picture windows, watch your favorite streaming in the radiant-heated lower-level. Decompress in the eight-person sauna, and perhaps even catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights! If the Up North Winter Wonderland is your thing: ice fish on Big Sandy Lake, rent snowshoes at nearby Portage State Park, or explore the 600 miles of maintained snowmobile trails throughout Aiken County.

**On-premises parking for up to four vehicles and sled trailers!

Private, spacious, Big Sandy Lake retreat. Located on the “Gold Coast” of Big Sandy Lake, this cabin is the perfect getaway for friends and family. This chalet style cabin encompasses 3+ bedrooms, 2 baths, loft facing the lake, a sauna, 2 large and open living spaces, floor to ceiling windows and a very well appointed kitchen. There is plenty of space for 10 people to gather or find some privacy when needed. The cabin has over 100 feet of sandy beach shoreline, docks and a swim platform. There is a pontoon boat that is an optional rental as well; bring it up when booking if interested. Several fire pits on the property and all the wood you need for hanging by the fire making s’mores with the loved ones. Towering pines adorn the property with the rear of the cabin bringing in the resident eagles. Your likely to catch a glimpse of them while enjoying coffee on the wrap-around deck facing the lake.

Only 2-2.5 hours from the Twin Cities makes getting here a snap. There are several restaurants directly on Big Sandy, which you can boat to, and several other land-locked restaurants nearby. Groceries, gas, coffee shop, bakery, ice cream and the occasional “hardware” needs are within a few minutes drive.

Hiking, fishing (great Walleye and Northern lake – you can catch them right off the dock), ATV and Trail riding (bring your own), and all the water sports you can imagine; swimming, splashing, floating, kayaking, etc. When, and if your crew tires of water fun, we also have provided an assortment of lawn games, Corn Hole, Spike Ball, Ladder Ball, frisbees, etc. And, if the weather turns sour, we’ve got you covered with High-speed internet, a cozy indoor wood burning fireplace (with all the wood you need), in-floor radiant heat on the lower walk-out level, and ALL THE STREAMING services with a 70 inch tv and surround sound, a sweet little Sauna (again), and an assortment of board games and puzzles. Lastly, for golfers, Minnesota National Golf is just around the corner (10 min drive) and is an outstanding course bring all that Upper MN Golf has to offer.

It’s our deepest hope that anyone who books with us, wants for nothing, enjoys their stay, and leaves refreshed and more connected to those they shared the cabin with, than when they arrived.

As a guest of this cabin, you'll find a sauna, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. The family-friendly cabin also features a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This McGregor cabin is smoke free.