Rustic Cozy Cabin on Island Lake w/ Fire Pit, Dock

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Good

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Park Rapids, Minnesota

Evergreen Gifts & Fun Park
5 min drive
Character Challenge Course
7 min drive
Itasca State Park
16 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

a little update on exterior, paint and trim

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

About this property

Entire place

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

Leave your stress behind and spend your days swimming and relaxing from this dreamy lakefront vacation rental. Boasting 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and amenities like a fireplace, fire pit, and fire pit, this cabin is ideal for your group. When you’re ready to venture out, explore the trails at Itasca State Park, host a lakeside picnic, or stroll through downtown Park Rapids to discover local shops and eateries! For those who prefer to stay put, this cabin is truly a destination in itself!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Private Waterfront & Dock | 3,000 Sq Ft

Bring the kids or your group of friends for a relaxing lakefront retreat in Park Rapids, where you can enjoy top-notch amenities, water activities, and world-class winter recreation when the seasons change.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Bedroom 4: King Bed

Enclosed Porch Sleeping Nook (Summer Only, Main Cabin): 2 Twin Beds | Gazebo (Summer Only, Separate Building By Beach): 2 Twin Beds | Cat Nap Shack (Summer Only, Separate Building) | Additional Sleeping: Air Mattress

OUTDOOR LIVING: Fire pit, charcoal & gas grill, gazebo, sandy beach w/ seating & dock, large deck w/ dining area, award-winning snowmobile trails access
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffeemaker, Crockpot, coffee grinder, blender, 6-person dining table
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TVs, sauna, wood-burning fireplace
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels/linens, washer/dryer w/ detergent, high chair, first-aid kit
FAQ: No A/C
PARKING: Driveway (5 vehicles), street parking, RV & Trailer parking are permitted

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKES: Island Lake (on-site), Two Inlets Lake (6.9 miles), Eagle Lake (5.2 miles), Potato Lake (11.6 miles), Fishhook Lake (8.2 miles)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Top-notch snowmobile trails, cross-country skiing, and ice fishing, Two Inlets State Forest (10.8 miles), Itasca State Park (14.5 miles), Paul Bunyan State Forest (20.1 miles)
FAMILY FUN: Character Challenge Course (4.1 miles), Evergreen Gifts and Fun Par (2.7 miles), Jasper’s Jubilee Theater (12.6 miles)
AIRPORT: Konshok Field Airport (11.9 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
- Pet friendly with $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 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: This property has a strict max occupancy of 10 for safety
- NOTE: Boats are not allowed to be docked at the property. Use public access
- NOTE: The property does not offer A/C

During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Evergreen Gifts & Fun Park. A kitchen and a washer/dryer are available in the cabin.

The cabin offers a kitchen, a washer/dryer, and 2.5 bathrooms
Onsite recreation includes a sauna and a playground
Just a 5-minute drive from Evergreen Gifts & Fun Park and 7 minutes from Character Challenge Course

As a guest of this cabin, you'll find a sauna and barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Park Rapids cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Sauna

Internet

WiFi available

Parking and transport

Limited on-site parking (max. 5 spaces)
Street parking available
On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Dishwasher
Coffee/tea maker
Ice maker
Coffee grinder
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Blender

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

2.5 bathrooms
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace

Entertainment

Outdoor areas

Patio
Gas grills
Firepit
Dock

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

On the waterfront

Things to do

Hunting nearby
Power boating 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: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are 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

New! Cabin on Island Lake W/pvt Beach Dock!

Cozy Lakefront Cabin With All-seasons Amenities! Cabin

Cozy Lakefront Cabin With All-seasons Amenities! Park Rapids

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Rustic Cozy Cabin on Island Lake w/ Fire Pit, Dock Reviews

7.8

Good

6.8/10

Cleanliness

6/10 Okay

marjorie m.

28 Oct 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

smell

no response from property manager although we tried the numbers and emailed. there was a sewer smell, toilet in the basement could not be used nor the shower as sewer was coming up in the shower. It is a beautiful spot but this place needs some attention and better management

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Sheryl V.

13 Aug 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

The property was in poor condition. Towles were hard to find and were also in poor condition plus there were no linens in the kitchen area except for one very dirty sponge! The Gazebo and dock were over a block from the cabin-not conducive for a family to enjoy-plus the dock was in terrible condition. OUr older grandsons did swim to the swimming platform but found it covered in green moss!! Very disappointed with this VRBO-and the cost of the additional charges from Evolve were way too extreme-doubt I will do this again!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MacKenzie M.

5 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Woodland Cabin – A Perfect Lakeside Escape

Our stay at the cabin in the was absolutely delightful. This spacious retreat proved to be perfect for all ages, including our dogs, who had a fantastic time exploring the wooded area and playing freely. The cabin's accommodating nature made our stay comfortable and enjoyable for everyone. One of the highlights was the easy access to ATV trails right across the road, which provided endless adventure and fun. The location was also ideal for visiting nearby tourist attractions, with plenty of activities to keep us entertained throughout our stay. Initially, we were a bit skeptical due to some reviews about cleanliness, but we found the cabin to be just what we expected for a lake place in the woods. It was spacious inside and out. The beach, though a bit weedy, featured a floating dock. We had a great time using the canoe and pedal boat to go back and forth to the dock. The serene lake setting added to the charm and tranquility of our vacation. Our experience was so positive that we wished we had booked for more days. Everyone enjoyed the cabin so much that we have decided to make this our yearly vacation home. We can't wait to come back and create more wonderful memories at this beautiful cabin in the woods.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Shirley U.

21 Jul 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Itasca

The place was in a very good location. Loved the area, restaurant and bar very near. There were not enough supplies like toilet paper, paper towels, dish clothes and no dish soap. Lots of spider webs and a big hornets nest on the lake side of house. With some work this would be a really nice place.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jack L., Maple Grove

14 Jul 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Below expectations

The online pictures looks great but the actual property does not meet the expectations. And lack of maintenance and supports.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Victoria F.

20 Jun 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Rustic and charming

Unfortunately there was miscommunication between the management and cleaning crew, as the property was not taken care of before we arrived. Cleanliness was a Issue in kitchen and bedrooms. The charming outer area building, gazebo and small cabin were not prepared for guest therefore, unusable. Other than cleanliness, the property is charming and spacious. The property is beautiful, wooded on the lake. Despite the initial problems my concerns were addressed with the management company Evolve, who compensated me for the initial troubles.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nell K.

3 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Hallmark xmas

Wanted to bring my kids to a quaint cottage and celebrate Xmas together. Gorgeous cabin, decorated so cute. Beds sooo comfy. We will b back next year!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Karry C.

10 Oct 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness

Could be amazing

Get to the front door, cobwebs and something that ran down the door and dried on it. Walk in carpet is disgusting. Since you allow pets, remove carpets. Carpet under dining room table has duct tape around, which was all messed up. The fridge and freezer has not been cleaned in years. Pots, pans and cooking utensils are horrid. Dirty towel in upstairs bathroom. For the price we paid and the cleaning fee, we expect the house to be clean and have proper cooking utensils. So disappointed.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Diana J.

16 Sept 2023

Not for Summer

The cabin home is nice, and spacious. However, it is full of “belongings”. There was even food left in the refrigerator, and the pantry cupboards full of “stuff”. It was also record breaking hot temperatures. I tried to reach the “contact” people to ask questions prior to our arrival, I couldn’t reach anyone until the day before our stay. No Air Conditioning…We had to search all over for fans. Found 2 extremely dirty box fans and 2 ceiling fans, one only worked on low. The worst part of our trip, they had taken the docks out! (Found this out 1day before our arrival, so couldn’t cancel) The whole reason we rented this cabin so far away was because it stated lake front, lake access with dock and sandy beach. The kids could not even swim! All weeds, muck and leeches! We had to leave this expensive property and drive to a beach. That was the most disappointing wrong thing to remove the dock prior to our stay. There were other slightly bothersome things too as stated in other reviews in regards to floor dust, & cleanliness. I had to clean off thick, old cobwebs and dirt from the deck table and chairs prior to using, and the deck stairway was boarded up also. We even had to clean out the gazebo in order to use it.Disappointing 🙁 stay just not worth the money charged. I would say it would be a nice winter ice fishing getaway. Not a summer place…

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

24 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

We loved this property. Lots of space, very clean and the property manager communicated really well.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

19 Jun 2023

Great experience

We stayed in this home for an extended family weekend away. The property and home were beautiful and provided plenty of space for us to be together. The hosts were flexible and kind. I’d gladly stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amie A., Alexandria MN

15 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great cabin for our family for the weekend! Nice being right on the lake for some ice fishing.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth O.

18 Sept 2022

Beautiful lake property.

Private location with access to a lake. Main house offered lots of space, many bedrooms and several baths. Large deck. Well stocked kitchen. Could have been a little cleaner and there was some maintenance it's that should have been done. Still, lovely property that met our expectations.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Leiah G.

29 Aug 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness

Have had better!

I sent a message requesting check-in information when we were about 3½ hours away. I still haven't received that info. Luckily, my borther in law was able to get the key box open so we could get it in. There was an incredible amount of dirt on the floor, as if it hadn't been swept in between guests. The walkways into the property from all entrances are made of dirt so some dirt is expected, however, the need to sweep was immediate upon our arrival, despite a carpeted foyer area. The place was muggy and musty smelling especially in one of the downstairs bedrooms (it was equipped with a dehumidifier). What appeared to be mold was visible along the baseline of the downstairs hallway. We have mold allergies and all 8 of us had allergy spikes after the first night. There were piles of animal hair visible in the corner behind the chair when we were sitting on the floor playing with our baby. Trash from other guests found under the beds when checked for any of our belongings as we were packing up. The deck has several broken boards exposing potentially dangerous nails. We call these "toe catchers" where I'm from. The deck is very slippery when wet. The coffee pot was dirty inside where the filter goes and inside the carafe. Also, be sure to switch it off as there is no auto turn off feature. The dock space was nice to hang out on. You can get in the water from the shoreline but it's full of plants, algae and lake scum. I am not new to lake life so I understand how the shores are often unpleasant to play in and my expectation was that the water would be accessible to splash around in based on the listing description. There is carpet underneath the dining table that is rolled up in the edges creating trip hazards for all. The lighting in the kitchen is poor since most of the under counter lights did not work. Be sure to bring your own toiletries. None were provided. I was grateful that plenty of toilet paper and linens were provided. The hand soap in one bathroom was watered down despite there being a giant refill bottle under the sink. The kitchen iknives are dangerous with the wooden handles being broke around the trivets holding the handle together. We travel frequently and stay in a variety of vacation rental homes and are also hosts of vacation properties in beach and woodsy areas. This was sub par in comparison to others I've stayed in and to our standards as a host. I can say with confidence that we left the place better than we found.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Mary M.

20 Feb 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed in the cleaning. Cob webs. Garbage in between cushions moldy sheets in Dryer.

The cabin is older but has a great interior. Plenty of room for the 8 of us. However we will not be back because of the cleanliness.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

16 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Snowmobiling

Great place to stay for a larger group snowmobiling.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

John K.

17 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great facilities

We had a wonderful time at this property. Lots of space and a great location not too far from Park Rapids.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gwenia F.

13 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and low maintenance

The location was gorgeous and easy to navigate. Only sounds around we’re from the woods.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wesley V.

11 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

great location. Fit our needs well.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Chau L.

4 Dec 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Time

Great location. Clean towels were not readily available. Had to clean off dog hair from beds. Outside of this, we had a good time.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

S M.

20 Oct 2020

Great lot in the woods for privacy

Pros: nice location tucked back off road surrounded by trees-huge lot, lake view. Living areas were nice size with door separating 4 season porch for noise reduction. Northwoods feel. Most bedrooms were on lower level which was nice for keeping sound down if others were still up. Only 10 minute drive from Park Rapids and 15 minutes to Itasca State Park. Cons: advertised as 5 BR was only 4 with some beds in the 4 season porch. For the amount being charged as cleaning fee the house should have been spotless, it wasn't and is in need of some maintenance. No window coverings in bedrooms for privacy(there are no other homes around but when other people in your group are outside and you are in your room trying to change clothes etc. can be awkward) and for keeping morning light out to sleep late. The gazebo, fire pit and bunk building were a ways down a path away from the main home which could be a pro or con depending on if you planned on someone sleeping out there(far away from bathroom in house-path not lit) Check in instructions gave inaccurate location for lockbox but we figured it out pretty quickly.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

Cody G.

7 Sept 2020

Good cabin, poor communication

Property itself was great. We had a couple minor issues that needed the property managers guidance. Texts, calls, and emails all went unreturned for multiple days. Never did receive any communication from the Property Manager at any point.

8/10 Good

Christa P.

24 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved this place!!

Will never go through this company again! They double booked, and wanted us to leave a day early. My family had rented jet skis, a 4 wheeler, and a golf cart. We were not leaving because they double booked. They had the police come out. Great! I showed them I was paid in full. They left. So our last day there was so stressful! On our way home I got an email saying they were taking another $285 out of my account. No explanation. I had to cancel my debit card. Crooks!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lairdie K.

20 Jun 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorial Day

We had a wonderful time. The entire property has a very "up North" feeling. Plus the group had good luck fishing and caught some of the biggest crappies I've ever seen.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Devon D.

11 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Exquisite & Tranquil Nature Retreat

Where to even begin? I brought a group of 12 friends and family to this gorgeous place for a girls getaway this past weekend, and WOW! Every single one of us was blown away by the experience. Let's start with the undeniable natural beauty of the setting: the main cabin and additional smaller sleeping cabins are nestled into the most peaceful woods imaginable. The gorgeous outdoor fire-pit is located on a private slice of beach with a long dock that reaches far into the still, reflective waters. The property is huge! So many wonderful spaces to sleep and spend time together. Each of the bedrooms is unique and offers a different experience, all of them have the coziest bedding and feature some sort of beautiful view. The living room and kitchen are spacious and warm, giving you a true cabin feel. Let me also mention the steam shower and sauna in the basement... they were just PERFECT and really offered us a chance to relax and decompress. The grounds themselves are so expansive, as someone who lives in the city I was astounded by the peaceful stillness and silence that we got to enjoy in this space. We loved hearing birds singing each morning and felt totally immersed in nature! Cleanliness, check in, and communication with the property manager were all top notch. I really can't recommend this place enough! We are already planning our next trip back. Hope you book this place and have the opportunity to enjoy as much as we did!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019