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Sanctuary at Hay Lake, MN

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Pontoon and Kayaks
Lake View from Deck
24 foot Pontoon Boat included
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Boats

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Ponto Lake Township, MN
  • Lake Ada
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Blackwater Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Little Boy Lake
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bunk room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Forest view, 2 twin XL

2 Single Beds

Lake view king

1 King Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen room

1 Queen Bed

Sleeper sofa room

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Main level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upper level Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upper level Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Sanctuary at Hay Lake, MN

Sanctuary at Hay Lake is situated on just over a half acre of nature's bliss. The house has been meticulously re-designed and remodeled with the vacationing family or larger group in mind. It features 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and very comfortably accommodates 14 people. All of the beds feature memory foam mattresses with an additional memory foam topper so each guest can choose between a softer, or firmer mattress experience. On the upper level three of the bedrooms offer guests the flexibility to choose bed configurations of either two twin extra long (XL), or combined for a single king size bed. In the fourth upper level bedroom we offer two sets of bunk beds to sleep four people. For the comfort of our taller guests all of the twin beds are XL - even the two sets of bunk beds. On the main level we offer two bedrooms, each with queen size beds. For added flexibility and additional gathering space, one of the bedrooms features a memory foam queen size sleeper sofa. The sleeper sofa was specially selected for its sleeping comfort, and features a 6" memory foam mattress and an additional 2" memory foam topper for a combined total of 8" of memory foam sleeping bliss. All four bathrooms include complete towel sets, and body wash/shampoo/conditioner dispensers in the shower. The master bathroom also features a whirlpool bathtub with lake view.
House amenities include a fully stocked kitchen for all your cooking needs, and dining for 14 people. All bedrooms, except the bunk room, offer Smart TV's with cable TV. The house is fully air conditioned, and Wi-Fi internet is available throughout the house. The deck features a screen tent with seating and dining table, and is located directly adjacent to the fire pit. Also included with your stay is use of the 24 foot pontoon boat, and seating for 14 people Including captain. And of course, there are plenty of other water toys including tubes, floating dock, floating dock, a single person kayak, double person kayak, and a lake badminton court!
Hay Lake offers 363 acres of fully recreational waters with truly amazing water clarity - you can see the lake bottom from the house! The lake is stocked by both the DNR and the Hand-Hay Lake Association, and features black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, rock bass, walleye, and many other fish species. Approximately half of the lake shore is completely natural and undeveloped - this is truly Sanctuary at Hay Lake! The lake has no known invasive species -- we thank you for doing your part to keep it that way.
Sanctuary at Hay Lake is professionally managed by Vacation Sanctuary
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Property manager

Jay Gustafson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Air conditioning
Lake view
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Pine River

Located in Pine River, this holiday home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Deep Portage Conservation Reserve and Mule Lake Wildlife Management Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Black Bear Golf Complex.
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Ponto Lake Township, MN

What's nearby

  • Hay Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Ada - 10 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Blackwater Lake - 21 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Rainy Lake - 22 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Little Boy Lake - 36 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 170 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harriet Club - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mule Lake Corral - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪BC's Corral On Mule Lake - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Wabedo Inn - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Mcguire's Inn On Woman Lake - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sanctuary at Hay Lake, MN pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sanctuary at Hay Lake, MN?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sanctuary at Hay Lake, MN?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sanctuary at Hay Lake, MN located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Hay Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Ada and Lake Hattie. Ponto Lake and Big Portage Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

dsenn8044

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

The home had every thing we could want.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our extended family really enjoyed our time at Sanctuary on Hay Lake.

Lots of space, nice kitchen to work in, our oldest grandchild enjoyed glamping! We really enjoyed the access to free use of the pontoon and kayaks everyday!! Loved hearing the loon calls daily! Appreciated the prompt answers to our questions by Jay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Property

The reason we chose this house/property was predominantly because of the size (how many people it could accommodate for sleeping). It did not disappoint! There were 7 adults and 7 children (ages 5 thru 14). We all comfortably slept, with room to spare. There was even a glamping tent set up in the yard, inside a screen porch...that was extra that didn't even use for sleeping. We hosted a 50th wedding anniversary one day at this house; an extra 25-ish people showed up. Between the kitchen, living room and dining room...as well as the outside deck and gazebo with mosquito screen - there was plenty of room for all of us to mingle and visit. The kitchen is equipped with pretty much every appliance, pot/pan, utensil that you might need to host a party or just for preparing family meals. A HUGE bonus with this house is the included water toys (canoe, kayaks, floaties and pontoon). We spent most of our days on the pontoon either fishing or towing the kids around the lake on the tube. The kids absolutely loved it! For the fishermen out there; we caught sun fish, blue gill and small northerns right off the dock. In addition we were able to catch a fairly nice sized bass out in the middle of the lake. With just a small hook and a worm, we kept the kids entertained for hours dropping the line in and reeling in sun fish/blue gills. The owner (Jay) is very communicative...he is quick to respond to any and all questions/comments/inquiries that we had. Tremendous property!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra P., MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin for a group

We went as a group of 5 adult couples and this worked out perfect! Communication and check in was very clear and easy. The screened in porch and bonfire pits were really nice. The cabin had a beautiful view, and we really appreciated the pontoon being included! It’s a nice lake. A little weedy by the dock, so some of us who are babies wore our water shoes, but it really wasn’t too bad. Plenty of bedrooms/beds and bathrooms. Just a heads up, this isn’t really close to many restaurants or shops, but we had planned to spend all of our time at the cabin anyway and did enjoy some bloody Mary’s and appetizers at the Harriet Club. Overall great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Anne M., St. Paul, MN

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Family Fun

This was a family gathering of three generations. The accommodations were plentiful, and a couple thoroughly enjoyed glamping. The grandchildren enjoyed the arcade, car racing, and laser tag. We all loved the pontoon for fishing and tubing. There was plenty to do or just relax in the gazebo. It was a quiet lake and out in the woods.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time!

A very well maintained property on a beautiful lake. The owner was flexible, communicated well and was easy to work with. I highly recommend the property. We had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Serene

The listing doesn't do this property justice! The home and area is peaceful, relaxing and well kept. The property had everything we needed for our annual extended family weekend and more. Loved the provided amenities and the comfort of the accommodations! Can't wait to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!!!

We had an amazing time at Sanctuary on Hay Lake! Amazing house and amenities! And the fishing was amazing from the dock and the kayaks! Jay was super a super communicator. We had the best vacation!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Lake Life

Great property for our extended family group of 10. We had everything we needed. The lake is beautiful, nicely explored via pontoon, kayaks, standup paddle board, etc. The glamping tent was a fun extra option for sleeping.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing family getaway

This was a beautiful place to stay. It was very clean and the house was very accommodating. The lake was very peaceful. There was plenty to do for all ages! My kids already want to go back to this house next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sanctuary Stay

We have stayed at Jay’s properties three times and he continues to impress. His communication is flawless and his commitment to the guest experience is second to none. We really enjoyed Sanctuary at Hay Lake and all the amenities. The home is spacious and set up for families. The pontoon and water activities kept everyone happy, but should you need inside activities The Sanctuary has lots of space, games, movies and a gorgeous view! We look forward to our Sanctuary stays in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

trish b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sanctuary is worth the money

Nice outdoor spaces, good mattresses, good water recreation, good host. Had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will book again

Outstanding property. We had everything we needed for our large group. I've never had a check-in or checkout process more smooth. The house was clean and there were extras of everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun time

We had a great time. We went boating, fishing, played games and took out the paddle boat. We were busy all the time with fun stuff to do
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was great!!

My family enjoyed all the games and lake!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

This was a perfect place to bring family and friends. There is something to do for everyone and always something to do. Our stay went by fast.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

We enjoy the family time because busy lives and work make such occasions rare. The children enjoyed the swimming, especially the floating dock, the fishing and the pontoon boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Cabin We've Ever Had!

My family and I stayed from Sunday to Monday (8 days), and had a wonderful time! It includes a pontoon boat that is right there - no need to rent one! There are a bunch of kayaks and floatees to use as well. There was room for my daughter's and son-in-law's fishing boat to dock there too! We caught crappies, northerns, sunnies, and good-sized bass. We rented two Jet Skis and had a blast on Friday - all day long! The bedrooms are very comfortable and have TVs. There's a Ms. Pacman arcade game in the living room - I went nuts on that thing! That's my high score on Ms. Pacman 1 (59,620). The kitchen has EVERYTHING! I cannot say enough about this fantastic vacation home! Hope to come back again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt Cell

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay At Hay Lake

Our family of 11 stayed at this property for a long weekend recently and the home met all of our needs. Facilities were all clean, the kitchen was very well-equipped; the bathrooms complete with plenty of towels, bath essentials, etc.; the family games were enjoyed by 'kids' of all ages (especially the Pac-Man) and even the beach had all of the floaties, kayaks and life preservers (in the pontoon) needed. The floating dock was an unexpected plus for swimming and to have full access to the pontoon was great! Hay Lake is extremely clean, peaceful and our children enjoyed catching fish both off the dock and from the boat. We did have some adults enjoy a nap (or two!) to try out the glamping option, but no takers overnight.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Gathering

We had a such wonderful time with so many activities on site. We enjoyed our time on the lake as well as plenty of inside activities to accommodate a group of all ages. They offered a glamping experience which was a big hit for our family. I would highly reccomend staying here!! We give it a 5 out of 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cabin Getaway

I highly recommend this getaway! The location is beautiful and host was super nice and accommodating. It's even better than the photos. We have a large family and the cabin was super spacious and fully equipped with kitchen supplies, extra towels, pillows, and blankets. There is a washer and dryer in unit along with detergent. Cleaning and bathroom supplies were plentiful. The host even went as far as setting up a "glamping" tent outside that had running AC. There is a large pontoon included for boat rides and plenty of kayaks and gear for fun on the lake. Nighttime was so blissful underneath the stars and in the gazebo. This is now the top of our list to visit during the summer. If you have more people than is suggested, write to the host and he does his best to work with you. This place deserves 10 stars! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends Summer Vacay

Very nice property with number of water toys and the use of a pontoon boat included which set this place apart from many others. Host/owner was very responsive both prior to and during our stay. Small maintenance issues were attended to within hours of contacting him; and maintenance man was great as well. Owner brought in a small extra frig for our use without us even asking for it. Very quiet and secluded area and lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend!

We had multiple families stay for a birthday party. Everyone enjoyed their stay. There isn't anything we could think of that the owner hasn't already cared for. Plenty of bedrooms/beds, the outdoor space is nice with the screened in deck and glamper, and the lake is unbelievable. We used the pontoon for fishing and just riding around the lake to enjoy the scenery. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

M G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great find!

This place not only has great space for family groups (6 bedrooms!) but also had all the extras for fun in the water so we didn’t have to bring anything. Kayaks, pontoon, floaties - it had it all. A glamping tent was also a fun bonus! This allowed enough space for early-to-bed folks and the all-nighters. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyler H., St. Cloud, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We found this VRBO to be one of the best we have stayed at. Everyone of us (age 15 to 73) found a plenty to do with inside and outside activities. The waterfront was the center of activity for most of the time with the large variety of water toys and of course the pontoon for fishing, tubing, and just a nice slow cruise around the lake. Inside there was plenty to do with many games too. We found the sloping lot to be somewhat limiting for our elderly family but great exercise for the rest of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

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Hosted by Jay Gustafson

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