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Cabin on Lake Byllesby Minnesota Birding, Boating, Biking, Hiking, Colleges

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Property grounds
Morning Glory!!!!
Evening wind down. Enjoying the stars, crickets and frogs.
Sunset view from looking out from the cabin
Take a scenic canoe ride right from the cabin to find one of two river entries.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6123.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Cannon Falls, MN
  • Summit Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Lake Byllesby Regional Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Lake Byllesby Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cabin on Lake Byllesby Minnesota Birding, Boating, Biking, Hiking, Colleges


This lovely, newly remodeled cabin on the hill top of Lake Byllesby is a great get-a-way or vacation only 40 minutes from the Twin Cities and 45 minutes from Rochester. We are 15 minutes from North Field. The home Carleton and St. Olaf colleges. We are about 10 minutes from Cannon Falls. Red Wing is around 30 minutes away. Our winter guests enjoy skiing at Welch Village which is about 30 minutes away.

The lake is a hidden gem for sailing, fishing and boating. We have an incredible view from the cabin that overlooks 2000 acres of undeveloped boy scout property. The left side to our property is a public park with boat landing. This makes it a quiet and private lot on the lake. In the winter months, the lake is popular for ice fishing.

Public beach is located across the lake.

Relax on the deck with a book and binoculars to watch soaring eagles, woodpeckers, blue birds, Herons and White Pelicans.

Birders from all over the area come to our shore to see rare and unique migrating birds . The lake is a man made lake created by a dam. Water levels are higher in the summer and start decreasing around the time of the first freeze.

We have 2 kayaks, 1 canoe and a paddle boat for our guests. I get many pictures of our guest on the paddle boat. Many family laughs. Life jackets are included. We also have beach shoes. Our shore line is rocky. There is a bike trail that goes all around the area. It is one of the most beautiful trails in the country. You and your family can ride your bikes from Northfield all the way to Redwing.

There is an outdoor dining table with 6 chairs, 2 lounge chairs with cushions, 4 adirondak chairs and a hammock for your use. Walk down to the dock for some sunning, canoeing or fishing. Enjoy the warmth of the fire pit overlooking the lake, toast marsh mellows, tell stories and simply just relax under the stars.

The layout of the cabin is very clean and simple. 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, laundry area, heated sun room, living room and kitchen. The yard is big enough to play football, badminton, volleyball, bean bag toss. We have all of these games available for our guests.

There is also a flower garden and herb garden for your use.

Watch the incredible sunrises with your morning cup of coffee.

Near by attractions:
45 minutes from Valley Fair
45 minutes from St. Paul and Mpls
Treasure Island Casino
Welch Village Ski and Snowboard Area
Large bike trail system beautiful during all seasons.
Cross country skiing.
Snow shoeing
Fishing
Historic towns of North Field and Redwing
Numerous near by state parks

We have had the cabin for 10 years. Each year we find more adventures nearby.

Property manager

Dawn & Mike Snow

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Case by Case basis for dogs.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Cannon Falls

Located in Cannon Falls, this cabin is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nerstrand Big Woods State Park and Lake Byllesby Regional Park, while Frog Creek Pottery and Cannon Falls Area Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cannon Falls, MN

What's nearby

  • Summit Golf Club - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Lake Byllesby Regional Park - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Lake Byllesby Beach - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Cannon River Winery - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Cannon Valley Trail Cannon Falls Trailhead - 18 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tilion Brewing Company - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin on Lake Byllesby Minnesota Birding, Boating, Biking, Hiking, Colleges pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cabin on Lake Byllesby Minnesota Birding, Boating, Biking, Hiking, Colleges?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin on Lake Byllesby Minnesota Birding, Boating, Biking, Hiking, Colleges?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cabin on Lake Byllesby Minnesota Birding, Boating, Biking, Hiking, Colleges located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Byllesby Regional Park, Lake Byllesby Beach, and Summit Golf Club. Cannon Country Club and Frog Creek Pottery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

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

Rachel R.

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

Beautiful Peaceful Getaway

It was a beautiful property with so many fun wonderful things to explore in the house. The rooms were so beautiful. We absolutely loved how stocked the house was. There were games, pens, paper, scissors, towels, washcloths and soap. They were throw blankets and plenty to stay warm at night. We were able to take long walks and see the beautiful Creek nearby the lake and all the ice houses would light up each night. Watching the sun come up from the porch window. We also got to see natural wildlife. We seen chickadees, an eagle soaring above us, deer tracks and even walked out on the ice. It was a wonderful vacation spot with plenty of space to socialize and to do a big puzzle on the kitchen table. They had tons of cooking utensils and helpful condiments if you forgot yours. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

Great cabin on the lake!

Dawn and Mike did a great job supplying everything we needed for our stay. The cool/fun decor of the cabin fits the lake and the area. Would recommend to anyone looking to stay on the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige C.

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

November Cabin Stay

We were very pleased with our stay at the cabin on Lake Byllesby! We were on the property for an extended stay over the Thanksgiving holiday. It was a beautiful, private location. There was plenty of yard space for our Great Dane, plus additional grassy area next door at the public boat launch. The cabin is about 20 minutes to Northfield, 5 minutes to Randolph and 10-15 to Cannon Falls, so there were plenty of options for grocery shopping and restaurants. The cabin had absolutely everything we needed, from linens and towels, to cleaning products, pet supplies, games and entertainment! We didn't need to bring anything with us...it was great. For those looking to work remotely, the internet connection was fabulous; we didn't have any issue with video calling or live streaming. Dawn and Mike were excellent hosts; they were very responsive when we had questions regarding the home. You can tell they take great pride in their little cabin and simply want to share its pleasures with others. We can't speak much to water activities, as it was a little chilly. However, the lake views are beautiful, kayaks readily available and fishing access very easy. We're so happy to have stayed in this cozy cabin - we did a lot of R&R.
Stayed 20 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Peaceful and Beautiful Slice of Heaven

We absolutely enjoyed our stay at this little slice of heaven. All the special touches and decorations in every room are so fun. Coffee in the morning on the patio sitting on the yellow glider chairs, overlooking the lake and listening to the birds was the best! We had fun playing cornhole and my husband enjoyed the kayak. The dusk to dawn lights were so cool. Great place, would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin O.

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

Annual Family Lake Trip

This was the fourth year in a row we have stayed at the cabin. We always have a wonderful time and are always able to relax and decompress. We loved seeing (and using) the new appliances in the kitchen! Thank you Dawn and Mike for always making your cabin so homey and comfortable for our stay. We had great luck fishing this year as well which made it so fun! We always love being able to use the kayaks, the canoe and the peddle boat. The convenience of the public boat ramp next to the cabin is also always a plus! And watching the birds and squirrels eat off the feeders is a highlight for my elderly mother (and the rest of us)! We look forward to going back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

renae S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

CeCe W.

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

Peaceful lake time

We had a wonderful stay at this lovely lakefront property! The view of the lake is beautiful, the house and kitchen well-stocked and the neighborhood very quiet and peaceful…just what we wanted! Our host was very helpful and quick to communicate. Loved swimming in the lake and grilling out. Would return anytime for great RnR!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

SHANNON I.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

It was ok

I have stayed at many many many rentals but this one I would not come back too Cons- 1- the laundry room smelled awful 2- very cluttered with stuff needs less personalizing 3- doors are some what crooked 4- getting down to the dock not the best needs improvement 5- need to use boat landing for kayak 6- mosquitoes were so awful. You could not sit outside including using the fire pit 7- waterfront needs a lot of TLC. It could be something really nice to sit by and overlook the water 8- The money you spend to stay there should go back into the property then it will be a very nice place to stay PROS- 1-overlooks the water 2-The beach down the road is was very nice 3-The grocery store in Cannon Falls was priced very nicely 4- very peaceful area 5-The bedrooms were a very nice size
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

Perfection!

The cabin was absolute perfection; the listing pics do not do it justice! Everything you need for a comfy stay was provided. It was just beautiful, both in appearance and location! The view from the deck is amazing. Very nicely decorated, immaculate and hosts Mike and Dawn were very friendly and helpful. Even though the weather was uncooperative, we had a great time and will definitely be returning when w next in Minnesota!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Gorgeous lake view!

We very much enjoyed our stay at this cozy lake house! So much attention was paid to the details of decorating, and little extras in the kitchen (spices, coffee/tea, enough pots/pans, etc). REALLY enjoyed that the AC is central air, not noisy window units. The firepit was great! Remember to bring bugspray, and you need to bring/buy your own firewood (local stores sell). Absolutely gorgeous sunrise view over the lake was such a treat to wake up to!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pattie N.

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

Nice family time

We really enjoyed our 4-night stay visiting family. It’s a lovely lake with low traffic and an incredible view. House is very well-appointed. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dave and Vicki S.

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

If you like birds

Very well equipped. Nice all one level for older folks. But hard to get down to the lake. Nice sitting area outside with a fire pit. Lots of bird activity in the water and the trees.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

judy s.

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

Perfect lakeside rstreat

This is our second stay at this lovely cabin on the lake. The house is cozy and perfectly equipped. The outdoor space is fabulous. We loved the lake view, especially the sunrises, watching the duvks, geese, pelicans, eagles, and other wildlife, and sitting by the fire. We are already looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evette E.

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

Stay at Cabin on the Lake

The view from the property is beautiful!! We had a lovely stay and would love to return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly G.

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

Girls getaway

The space was enjoyable with ample space for comfortable sleeping. We were able to prepare meals with their kitchen space and loved the deck to soak up the early March sunshine. A great spot for a quiet weekend by the lake with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

judy s.

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

Perfect retreat setting

What a lovely place for our family to gather. Everything was just as described and then some. The home was clean, cozy, and comfy. The outdoor space is beautiful - lake view, big yard, fire pit... perfect! We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm R.

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

Peaceful Stay

Very quiet and peaceful; great view; beautiful sunrise. Everything we hoped for while we were there. Thank you for sharing your property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff h., Nicollet

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

Nice property

Nice quiet location. Cabin was very comfy, had nice decor and in a great neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Beautiful setting

Very cozy home with a beautiful lake view. Nice dock. Everything we needed was there. We didnt get an opportunity to get out in the kayak or canoe but it was available. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin O., Richmond, Texas

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

Great Getaway

This is the third summer in a row we have stayed at this cabin. My brother and I bring our mom here for a getaway out of the city and she LOVES it. The location is excellent (not a far drive from the Twin Cities), and everything you could need is available at the cabin. We stayed a week and loved every minute of it. Each year we stay longer! The only potential improvement I could think of would be to have the area down at the water next to the dock cleared out for easy access to the water like a 'beach'. But other than that, we love this cabin and enjoy making family memories here each time we stay. Looking forward to going back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dorrie P.

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

Lake Byllesby Cabin August 2023

Perfect size cabin for four adults. Parents with adult son and daughter-in-law, plus grand-dog. We stayed three nights. The two bedrooms are good size and comfortable. Bathroom has what you need and there is room to move around. Kitchen, dining and living room are very nice and have ALL the things needed for great stay! The sunroom doesn't have a/c so would not be a comfortable room for sleeping. This is important -- Everything was very clean! The deck and patio/firepit are excellent and afford a perfect view of Lake Byllesby. I hosed down the table and undersides of chairs. There are a lot of spiders, well, because it is the outdoors and spiders bite. A gas grill was available but we brought our blackstone. We did not use the firepit because evenings were to hot. Only downside is the path to the dock is very overgrown (but it is an easy, paved, slope to walk on). The shoreline, just to the side of the dock, is filled with cattails and brush so we couldn't launch the kayaks or play in the water. We might have been able to sit on the edge of the dock and drop in to the water, but we would not have been able to get back out of the water. It would not work for young children. If 4-5' of shoreline brush could be cleared, the water would be accessible. Overall, we liked this home and would recommend it as a VERY NICE and VERY CLEAN place to get away, enjoy family time, and RELAX.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maellyn H.

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

Can’t Wait to Go Back!

We loved our stay at the Lake Byllesby Cabin! The cabin was comfy, clean and extremely well stocked. The decor was so cute and the outside spaces very inviting. And the view, gorgeous! The kitchen was so well stocked. We brought our crockpot but didn’t need to because there were 2! If anything, it’s too well stocked that there wasn’t room for our groceries so we had food piled on top of the fridge, table and counters. You will want to bring your own serving bowls and platters as those were in short supply. Our teens appreciated the fast internet and smart TV as well as the yard games and boats. And we’ve had to buy Yahtzee for home because they loved the game so much. Our littles loved running around in the big yard, the cute animal decor, going for boat rides, the amazingly soft rug in the living room and making s’mores around the fire pit. I never could figure out how to put the hammock up, the lake access was overgrown and the dock is old and rickety but those didn’t deter us from having a great family vacation. We’re already talking about going back (likely in June next summer before the lake gets a little green) or maybe even going up to enjoy the lake in the winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy C., Luverne, MN

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

Cozy cabin

Great cabin. Lake was very peaceful. Love the yard for bird and animal watching
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JeriAnn A.

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

Quick get away

We loved it! What a great view of the water! The flowers were beautiful as well. We watched birds including a hummingbird, butterflies and in the evenings fireflies! We biked the trail in town and rented kayaks in Welsh Village. Loved it all. Really loved the 45 minute drive instead of hours up north!! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dawn & Mike Snow

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We enjoy the great outdoors, family, friends and our pets. We fell in love with the Cabin on Lake Byllesby, the local area and the friendly people. We live in Austin, MN. We have local contacts that help us keep our cabin beautiful.

Why they chose this property

Centrally located to casinos, culture, hiking, wine country, water-sports, antiquing, the Minneapolis / St. Paul area, Rochester, Northfield (St. Olaf & Carleton), snow-mobile trails, hiking, skiing, golfing etc.

What makes this property unique

Love the easy access to the beach and lake living. It is 3 minutes to the best of golf courses. Wine tasting is right in town. We enjoy just BBQing, making a fire and relaxing. In the mornings I love to take the dogs for a walk to the park and along the nearby hiking trails right out the door. Watching the deer, golden finches, cardinals, humming birds.....

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English