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Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included

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Front of house facing lake
Living area
Winter Nighttime
Winter Wonderland
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10175.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Aitkin, MN
  • Nelson Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Cuyuna Lakes Trail
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

Main Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Sleeping Loft

2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included

A peaceful retreat for multi-generational families or small groups of friends to spend quality time together. A beautiful large 20 foot pontoon with a new 25 HP four stroke Mercury outboard motor with tilt and trim, a fishing boat with trolling motor, and 2 kayaks are for guest use seasonally at no additional charge! Note: 20 Foot Pontoon is designed for cruising, fishing, and swimming. It is NOT rigged for tubing or skiing.
This 100-acre private lake has NO PUBLIC OR PRIVATE ACCESS and is deep with up to 42' of water and 2 miles of natural shoreline. GUESTS CAN USE AT NO CHARGE, our 20' pontoon boat, 14' fishing boat with electric trolling motor and 2 kayaks THIS INCLUDES THE GAS! Coast Guard approved life vests are provided in all sizes. Explore the lake/woods, gravel roads, walking/hiking trails, snowshoeing, and biking! Private 1.5 mile round trip hiking trail through woods to Nelson Lake right at bottom of driveway! While there is no sandy beach, a wonderful public, sandy swimming beach is a short drive away on Pelican Lake with clear, shallow water for blocks out into the lake. We do have a swimming platform anchored in 25' of water (no weeds!) out from the dock and 2 kiddie pools for toddlers.
Notes: Swimming dock brought in mid to late September. Pontoon, dock, kayaks, and fishing boat brought in late October. Fire pit not available winter season starting November 1st.
A beautiful, AIR CONDITIONED, CHALET LAKE HOME awaits your visit to the Brainerd Lakes Area. It is situated near Aitkin, MN on Sullivan Lake just over 2 hours North of the Twin Cities. The home has 1,900 finished square feet on three levels, a 22' vaulted ceiling of knotty pine, and three stories of windows overlooking the large deck and lake. The home is very private, wooded and without nearby neighbors. Take a look at the aerial video of the property here on the VRBO site.
The home sleeps 10 in beds with 2 private bedrooms plus a dormitory-style sleeping loft. With the amenities of home-- a washer and dryer, bedding and towels, a kitchen fully stocked with cookware and dishes, a microwave and 2 TV’s and Blue Ray players, and a gas grill outside on the deck. Note: Grill and deck furniture not available winter season.
The home is equipped with 250kbps high speed fiber internet for fast browsing and streaming speeds for both TV’s and your devices.
Yard games include bocce ball, croquet, ladder golf, jarts and horseshoes. There are board games, puzzles, and 2 Blue Ray players for rainy days. Use your Netflix - - -Hulu - Yahoo account to quickly stream content or bring your favorite DVD’s. Enjoy the surrounding woods and yard, bask in the sun or read on the large deck overlooking the lake, relax on the dock bench, or sun and swim from the pontoon or the 8'X8' swimming platform anchored out front of dock in 25’ of water. Golf at one of the many courses around, or spend an evening at the Mille Lacs Casino just 30 minutes away. Additionally, the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area is a few miles down the road in Crosby, MN. There you’ll find miles of the best mountain biking and hiking in MN, as well as a beautiful public swimming beach on Serpent Lake. Shopping, restaurants and other recreation are close by in the Brainerd Lakes Area. Fall is also a great time to visit us with still warm days and crisp autumn nights. Minnesota's fall colors are second to none. New for this year, I’m opening the place for winter rental as well due to requests. Enjoy skiing, snowshoeing, and all the nearby snowmobile trails.
Whatever the season, let us be your Family Vacation Destination!
A security system is installed on the exterior of the property for your safety and security. It includes four cameras located over the parking/fire pit area, down the driveway, behind the house, and by the dock. There are no cameras in the house.
Keywords: Aitkin, Chalet Lake Home, Brainerd Lakes Area, Private lake and Secluded Lake, Firepit, Horseshoes, Lakeshore, Woods, Acreage, Pontoon, fishing boat, kayaks, lakefront, retreat, rustic, spacious, trees, waterfront, lakeview, swimming dock, security system, Crosby, Sullivan Lake

Property manager

Dave Radant, Manager/Owner
Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please clean all dishes, turn off fans, lights, A/C, empty refrigerator, doors locked and return key to lock box on front door.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aitkin

Located in Aitkin, this chalet is on the waterfront. Mississippi River and Crow Wing State Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Aitkin County Fairgrounds and Northern Pacific Depot. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Aitkin, MN

What's nearby

  • Nelson Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 28 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Cuyuna Lakes Trail - 35 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 58 min drive - 57.7 km
  • Gull Lake - 61 min drive - 53.8 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 43 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included located?

This family-friendly Aitkin chalet is located on the waterfront, steps from Nelson Lake and within 12 mi (20 km) of Aitkin County Fairgrounds and Northern Pacific Depot. Mississippi River and Aitkin City Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
We had a great Christmas family holiday and this property was perfect for our group. Everything we needed to cook meals and enjoy our time was provided. Hope to stay again in the summer months.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
The property and house were lovely! We all had a great, relaxing time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable Stay
Relaxing, out of the way, pretty countryside with access to all kinds of outdoor activities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing getaway
My family had a wonderful stay at the cabin! The property was so beautiful and had all of the amenities you could want or need. We had non stop fun fishing off the dock, taking the pontoon out and evening fires - would 100% stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation home experience
Easy to set up my stay, which I enjoyed very much. The cabin is in a quiet area surrounded by woods; very rural. Small lake, pretty to look at.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Weekend Getaway
This was a great cabin for a short weekend getaway from the Twin Cities. A quiet cabin off the lake, we saw deer and lots of birds. We heard moose and other animals across lake. The sunrise over the lake was beautiful. The owner Dave was highly responsive and super friendly. Highly recommend this place for your next getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing private retreat
Clean comfortable privacy with enough beds for a big group but affordable enough for just 2. Great quiet lake and neighborhood. Very responsive host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Thanksgiving Get-away
Was familiar with the area as owned hunting land just north of Ross Lake for 13 years. Did not know about this quiet little lake. Very well-maintained, well-equipped year-round cabin / home. Was especially cold during our stay, but cabin heated up very nicely. Lake maybe not visible during summer months as per other reviews, but great view in the winter! Great location from which to head to Crosby, Cross Lake, Emily & Outing. The kitchen was well equipped for our meal preparation. A very enjoyable trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Great experience!! Very peaceful the whole family had a good time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We had a nice time staying here. The house was spacious and well kept up. We enjoyed watching the pelicans and other wildlife on the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation
Great accommodation. Listing was accurate with detailed instructions for each item. Everything was well laid out. Would recommend for anyone looking for a private place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DJ D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place and fun fishing
The place was great. Had everything you needed. My son loves to fish so we spent a lot of time on the pontoon. We caught a ton of fish, and kept 10 for a meal. A limetless supply of 7-10in Perch, smaller Bass, Bullhead, and a few nice Sunfish. The house is secluded and peaceful, and we only saw 2 other boats on the lake during our entire stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Weekend
We had a great time enjoying nature with our family. Beautiful cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Rental
This was a great rental. The cabin has lots of space, the lake is a bit weedy by the dock but we took the pontoon out and swam/floated in the lake. The swimming platform was so fun for the kids to jump off of. The best well stocked rental we have EVER stayed in. Extra towels, bedding, kitchen was amazing. Very private yet not too far from town if you needed anything. Dave was a great host, provided all information needed and ideas of what to do in the area as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing! Just what we needed!
This was our second time staying here and it was just as we had remembered. Great relaxing family vacation! We will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation
Our family had a great time hanging out and playing games. The cabin was awesome and the kids loved the loft.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome cabin
This cabin was the perfect place to relax and have fun with the family. The inside was clean and had plenty of room for everyone. The outdoor space was beautiful and had ample room for the kids to run and play. The host was very easy to reach about any question we had and made sure we enjoyed our time while we were there. Thanks again for an awesome weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5-stars
Great home, owner, and location!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
We wanted to take a trip with the kids to do some fishing. Cabin was great had everything we needed and wasn't far from alot of lakes to fish.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time for everyone.
The cabin is nice and secluded with very few if any other people using the lake. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to relax and enjoy being with your family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great value in a peaceful spot
The property is as advertised on a very quite lake. We really enjoyed the pontoon boat watching the wildlife with pelicans, swans, and loons adding to the wooded beauty with no other boats. Fishing was mostly perch and catfish along with one Northern. A wet spring made the mosquitoes challenging but all the more reason to be on the boat in the lake with a breeze. Beds were comfortable and the house was well stocked. Definitely a great spot not far from the Twin Cities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin week
Our family had a great time hanging out at the cabin for the week. The property was exactly as describes and our Kids made tons of lifelong memories. The cabin was remote and quite and the pontoon perfectly fit our needs for a family with young kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice,quiet spot
The house was well kept and clean. We had everything we needed for cooking, cleaning and relaxing. The fishing was a little disappointing this weekend but a nice quiet lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away
The cabin was exactly as advertised in the opportunity do use. The pontoon was a pretty fantastic thing. Just love being out water for a spin around the lake or to drop a few lines and catch some fish. Appreciated the space, quietness and the owners timely response on any questions we had. Our family enjoyed the time we had here it would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sanela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin!!!
Beautiful cabin, clean, big and peaceful! We were 2 families with teenage kids and had a wonderful time at this cabin. Cabin is very spacious and equipped with everything you may need or want for your stay. Pantoon was a huge plus. Kayaks were fun for kids and adults! Lake is clean and deep and very enjoyable! David the owner is responsive and helpful. We would love to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dave Radant, Manager/Owner

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I very much enjoy my lakehome but as a business owner I am busy and use it very little. Instead of leaving it vacant most of the time I wanted to make it available to you to have an alternative to the mundane 'same old thing' resort style vacation. Stay at my home year round as I'm sure you'll enjoy it as much as I do.

Thank You,
Dave

Why they chose this property

My father purchased the land in 1956. He was enamored by the property's beauty, the tremendous fishing, and the privacy. In 1996 I tore down the old cabin and built the three level Ski Chalet-Style Lake Home with an open loft to facilitate the 'togetherness' that a 'cabin' is supposed to convey. Since I am so busy with work and I use the place only a couple weeks per year, I decided to share it with you!

What makes this property unique

I enjoy all aspects of the place including peace and quiet, all the wildlife in the woods surrounding the house, great fishing, swimming, the large deck overlooking the lake, all of it. It's also the rarity to have such a large private lot on such a nice lake with no neighbors. It makes me glad I purchased those additional lots adjacent to the property. To me, there is no replacement for seclusion and privacy and this place really delivers.

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