Expansive Ruth Lake Home w/ Dock, Fire Pit & Beach

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire cabin

8 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 20901 sq m

Popular amenities

Beach view

Parking available

Washer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Emily, MN

Cross Lake Recreation Area
24 min drive
Crosslake Community Center
28 min drive
Gull Lake
52 min drive
Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
33 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.

Book a stay at this 8-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom chalet. ‘Ruth Lake Retreat' sits on a stunning lakefront lot with a fire pit, private beach, boat dock, and sweeping lake views, while the interior is an expansive 9,700 square feet complete with 2 fireplaces, 7 flat-screen TVs, a pool table, Foosball table, and more. With ample accommodations, the peacefully situated vacation rental cabin is the perfect spot to bring all your friends and family for a one-of-a-kind get-together you’ll never forget!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen | Custom Furniture | Free WiFi

Peacefully nestled on the shores of Ruth Lake, this spacious cabin is the perfect retreat for large families and groups of friends wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of the city without losing the luxuries of home.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2 (Lakeview Room): Queen Bed | Bedroom 3 (Bear Room): 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 4 (Raccoon Room): 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 5: Twin/Full Bunk Bed with Twin Trundle Bed | Bedroom 6: Queen Bed | Bedroom 7 (Seasonal): Queen Bed | Bedroom 8 (Seasonal): Queen Bed | Loft: Futon | Great Room Loft: Queen Bed, Futon | Sleeping Porch: Futon

OUTDOOR SPACE: Gazebo, 3 decks, screened porch, charcoal grill, fire pit, outdoor dining, boat dock, beach chairs/towels
INDOOR LIVING: 7 flat-screen TVs, DVD player, home theatre, game room, foosball, pool table, 2 dining tables, 2 fireplaces, rustic decor
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking essentials, breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, toaster, 2 drip coffee makers, dishware/flatware, plates, dishes, pot holders, pots & pans, coffee filters
GENERAL: Washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, central heating, laundry detergent, high chair, iron/board, air conditioning
FAQ: Step-free entry, wheelchair accessible
PARKING: Driveway (8 vehicles), garage (1 vehicle)

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKES: Ruth Lake (on-site), Lake Emily, Dahler Lake, Trout Lake, Lake Mary (surrounding), Cross Lake (13.0 miles), Big Trout Lake (14.2 miles), Lower Whitefish Lake (16.8 miles), Pelican Lake (22.2 miles)
OUTDOOR REC: Emily to Outing Trail (1.6 miles), Washburn Lake Ski Trail (11.1 miles), Nordic Ridge Trailhead (14.2 miles), Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area (20.4 miles)
ON THE GREEN: Emily Greens Golf Course (2.9 miles), Golden Eagle Golf Club (8.6 miles), Crossroads Golf Course (11.7 miles), Whitefish Golf Club (21.1 miles), Deacon's Lodge (22.3 miles), Minnesota National Golf Course (31.5 miles)
DRINK & DINE: Iron Range Coffee House (1.4 miles), Diner’s Chicken Shack (1.5 miles), The Pickled Loon Saloon (5.5 miles), Big Al's Bar and Grill (6.2 miles), The Channel Bar & Grill (8.0 miles), Rafferty’s Pizza of Crosslake (12.0 miles), Moonlight Bay Family Restaurant (13.6 miles)
AIRPORT: Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (30.9 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking inside the house, garage, or gazebo
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The 2 seasonal bedrooms are locked and not available for guest use from October 1 - April 30. They are seasonally available from May 1 - September 30

At this cabin, you'll find features like an arcade/game room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a washer/dryer in the cabin.

Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 3.5 bathrooms
4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Crow Wing State Forest and 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Golden Eagle Golf Club

This cabin offers its guests an arcade/game room. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Emily cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

WiFi available

Parking and transport

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

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Dishwasher
Spices
Coffee/tea maker
Ice maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster

Bedrooms

8 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

3.5 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service
Pool or billiards table
Table football
Games room
DVD player
Books
Games

Outdoor areas

Patio
Charcoal grills
Firepit
Dock

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Phone

Location highlights

On the lake
On the waterfront

Things to do

Water sports equipment
Hunting nearby
Power boating nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hiking 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

General

Unit size: 9700 sq ft (901 sq m)

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.

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 first aid kit

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.

Property is also known as

425446

Expansive Ruth Lake Home w/ Dock, Firepit & Beach! Cabin

Expansive Ruth Lake Home w/ Dock, Firepit & Beach! Emily

Expansive Ruth Lake Home w/ Dock, Firepit & Beach! Cabin Emily

Expansive Ruth Lake Home w/ Dock, Fire Pit & Beach Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8/10 Good

Matthew F.

3 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

A Great Home that isn’t as accessible as listed

Overall this was a beautiful, spacious home with great views and many places to both gather and to get away. I do want to provide more information on accessibility. The listing shows a step free entry and wheelchair accessible. This is not true. You can get in the house without any steps but you can’t get to any living spaces including two living rooms, the kitchen and dining area, the main bedroom, and game areas without needing to go up two steps. There are not any grab bars anywhere in the house so if you can get up two steps and don’t need grab bars, it will work fine for a wheelchair, but beware. There is also an excessive amount of taxidermy in the house which goes beyond what is shown in the pictures. We didn’t mind it, but go in with your eyes open. Overall we had a very good stay but were disappointed with the items noted.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lue Y., Saint Paul

2 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Home

I had a group of 20 people come stay at the home and it was amazing. Plenty of room for everyone and great amenities. The house was exactly as advertised but the only complaint I have is the lack of trash bags, extra towels, any kind of seasoning (salt, black pepper, etc.) and the communication wasn’t the best. Still a 9/10 overall just make sure to bring your own towels, trash bags and toilet paper as we ran out.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

17 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place for Family Reunion

Incredible home with big kitchen area, huge living room, pool table, tables for games, great flat yard for games outside, awesome dock to pull up a boat! Sleeps a lot of people. We love it and Ruth Lake is gorgeous!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elissa W.

29 Jun 2024

Overall good- slightly overpriced

We were told most rooms have AC when in fact only 3 of the 8 rooms have AC. Only 2 of 6 burners worked on stove. Oven heat inaccurate. Screen windows/doors had holes in them. Not as handicap accessible as we thought. We loved how spacious it was. Never felt cramped. Pool table and fooseball was an added bonus. Reaponse of management team was

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanie L., Le Center

17 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

This place is stunningly beautiful, dock access is close, fire ring is close and the charcoal grill is big enough to accommodate our group of 14! We had a great time and would return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pania V.

30 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

It was perfect, only missing one thing...

It was perfect, but only missing one thing... a boat / pontoon rental. The lake was so nice. The sunset was beautiful... would had loved to be out there. We will definitely return though because location was great and house was beautiful and big for our big family! Some minor issues with bathroom doors not closing or locking, but we made it work. It rained twice on us so the pool table & other games along with the many TVs provided kept us company inside. Had many memorkes at the bonfire too. Yard was big enough for the kids to run around. Like the basketball hoop. Overall, great experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

5 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorial Weekend 2023

Great Place to stay. Had everything it stated it did. We were disappointed that the dock was not in. We were looking forward to a friend coming to get us for a boat ride. But was unable without a dock. The yard was not mowed or kept up. The house was Beautiful and we were all very comfortable with our stay. Just disappointed in the yard and lack of dock.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Chip T.

19 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

After a four year hiatus

We are a group of 15 guys that have been gathering for a weekend of Poker and basketball for 28 years. We've been to the Ruth Lake Retreat for 11 years prior to the change of hands. It was nice to return to our beloved retreat. We will always consider it our home away from home. Obviously there were some changes, like the upstairs bedrooms being closed for the season when we've used them the same time of year many times in the past. Some of the guys had to sleep on couches for their $250.00. The kitchen blew a fuse and had no working outlets using the supplied toasters. Zack was great about plowing the driveway and flipping breakers.. We look forward to another weekend same time next year.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke M., Earlham

29 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

ICE FISHING

Perfect place to stay if you want to hit the ice or just hunker in for some r and r! A couple of nice little bars in town as well!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mallory C.

8 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property!

The pictures of the outside do not do this place justice. It is gorgeous! The house is so big I feel like I did not even see parts of it. The house was exactly what we needed for our annual friends trip. :)

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David L.

16 Jul 2022

42nd anniversary family celebration

My wife and I, by the Grace of God, celebrated our anniversary with family. We were happy with the space provided for our group of 18. It was nice that we could eat all together at the same table. Plenty of space to entertain and relax. And it was nice to have our own private swimming beach and dock.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dimitri M.

29 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Northern Minnesota Getaway

The property and cabin were incredible! So much space and everyone had a bed to sleep in. The property was clean and stocked with the basics. The cabin is right on the lake and has incredible views. The sunsets were straight out of a painting. Loved every day we spent there and would rent it again if it’s a available.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angelica E.

22 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Family and Friends

We had made reservations last minute and they were more then accommodating! This place is very true to the pictures and the people we worked with were great and very fast to respond. Would definitely suggest staying here and will probably be back next year.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

16 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin for a big family

Such a big private cabin with many rooms to fit the whole family! The kids were excited how roomy and spacious it was. My 10 month year old son walked around freely! The view of the lake was great to see every moring!! The Charcoal grill was so huge that it took us once to finish all the cooking. (My husband enjoyed it and is thinking about getting one himself!) 😄 The only downfall I would say is the bathroom sinks took a while for the the water to drain. Which that is a very minimal issue and am sure it could easily be fixed. Wish we could've plan for the summer because it was a bit chilly, but that didnt stop us from jumping into the lake. 😊 We will definitely come back to this beautiful cabin during the summer time!!!💖💖💖

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Kong X.

23 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Not All Amenities Available

We booked this cabin because of the propane grill, but it was nowhere in sight. The seasonal rooms were also listed as available year round, and our guests were prepared for this. However, once we arrived we once again were surprised to found out they were completely locked and sealed off. Had we were made aware of these two things beforehand, we would have cancelled this trip. The host did reply to our texts, and encouraged us to go purchase a grill. We would be reimbursed for up to $200. However, we didn’t think it was our responsibility nor should our time be used to fix this problem for the host. We had to adjust and ended up making our burgers and steaks on the stove. As for the rooms, we were told there were many futons and we can just “crash on the couch”.. which is exactly what we wanted to avoid and the reason for booking this cabin with multiple rooms. Our guests who came after we arrived, ended up bringing their air mattresses and slept in areas with no privacy. A few more things: There is only one bathroom upstairs and one bathroom downstairs (this door was severely broken) for the entire house. The rest are located within the rooms. The house is full of animals and pictures of Native Americans. It looks fancily decorated in the photos, but it may be unsettling for some people in real life. I made the host very aware with the implications we met on the first day of our trip, and I still had to bring these up to him in order for him to consider giving us a discount for a later check out time. It felt like he didn’t take my complaints seriously until I repeated them again and again. One of our guests also lost something at the cabin & I asked the host to keep me updated. Whether it was found or not, I did not get an update until I asked for another one. As the host for my friends and family, I wanted this to all go well but we made so many adjustments since day 1.. overall our guests loved that there were multiple couches, a large dining table, and the pool table. We’d have to take a lot into consideration before we decide to book this place again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

10 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Gathering

Beautiful spacious home. It was large enough to accommodate everyone comfortably. Thank you for sharing your home with my family.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ali S.

2 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Weekend at the Lake

The property manager was quick to respond and return my call when I had questions. The home was beautiful and clean, and the property itself was amazing. I would gladly stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paoye C.

25 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous!

The property was huge and beautiful. Luke was awesome and responded quick through out our stay. Best place for the price!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

31 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

GUYS WEEKEND

This rental was even better than the pictures could show. We had an absolutely amazing time and stay here. The north woods was something incredible to experience and even saw the northern lights just from off the back patio! Would highly recommend, 5 out of 5 for sure!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jordan M.

2 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

As great as it looks

We've stayed here a couple times and enjoyed it both times. Everything generally looks and functions as described!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

9 Feb 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Saleena T.

6 Nov 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Definitely a place to be!

This is a BEAUTIFUL cabin with so much space. My friends and I rented this cabin for our annual cabin trip and it was by far the best we’ve had. Check-in was extremely easy and the guest contact was available at all times, but we didn’t need to reach out because everything was perfect and in place for a successful weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

31 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Good times

Great stay at this property. We had our annual get together here and enjoyed it immensely. Wish there was central air throughout the house, but we made it work. Thanks for the stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

30 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

We enjoyed our stay very much! Very spacious and plenty of room to play. The lake was amazing too!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Jenny S.

19 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Deceiving

Should not be labeled handicap accessible. No fans on hot July days, dock to small, burners on stove did not work properly, small refrigerator for this size property, pavers need fixed. Loved Northern Minnesota but will be finding a different place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020