Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN

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A wooden deck with a railing, a potted plant, and a view of the water.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a large window overlooking a body of water, a sofa with cushions, a recliner, a dining table with chairs, and a lamp.
A room with two black leather chairs, a wooden table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A stone pathway leading to a wooden deck with a view of a lake.
A kitchen with green cabinets, a wooden countertop, a stove, and bar stools.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Park Rapids, MN
  • Place, Big Sand Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Itasca State Park
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Itasca State Park
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Park Rapids

Located in Park Rapids, this cabin is on the waterfront. Headwaters Golf Club and Character Challenge Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crow Wing Chain Wildlife Management Area and Big Sand Lake. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Map
Park Rapids, MN

What's nearby

  • Big Sand Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Itasca State Park - 34 min drive - 43.8 km
  • Lake Itasca - 42 min drive - 56.1 km
  • Northern Lights Casino - 44 min drive - 55.2 km
  • Itasca State Park - 51 min drive - 64.3 km

Getting around

  • Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Iron Horse Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Municiple Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Tavern 203 - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Companeros - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN?

As of 4 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN on 8 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,425, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Sand Lakeside Cabin, Park Rapids, MN located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Big Sand Lake and Little Sand Lake. Lower Bottle Lake and Ojibway Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was clean, had everything we needed and a gorgeous view!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Big Sand Lake! The cabin was clean, communication with the owners was smooth, and the location was just beautiful. We enjoyed watching the sunset every night and swimming right off the dock. We would love to stay again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for leaving the cabin absolutely spotless!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was perfect for our small family. The setting is beautiful. The outdoor space was even better than expected. The host is very thoughtful, responsive & welcoming. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this cabin on the lake. Everything was well thought out and perfect! The proximity to the water is amazing and much better than the photos show. We could hear the lake while falling asleep in our beds. The adults and kids had an amazing time swimming, fishing, and kayaking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay on Big Sand! We would love to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an awesome stay at this cabin on Big Sand Lake. The location is hard to beat - the cabin is literally right on the water, and the views of the lake and sunsets are incredible. The cabin has that classic MN lake - cabin feel and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. Having the dock, canoe, and kayaks available made it easy to spend as much time on the water as possible. If you're looking for a peaceful, old-school lake cabin experience, this place is tough to beat!!We would absolutely stay here again! 5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Stay

Very nice stay, was quiet and peaceful, property was clean and well stocked
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2022
Would love to have you back! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful stay!

Our time at the cabin was wonderful! It’s a quaint little spot for relaxation and fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cabin!

This charming cabin is a great find! Very clean, cozy and right on the water! Great location and close to a lot of things to do! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay! You will be most welcomed back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lakeside getaway

Our family enjoyed our stay on Big Sand, serene & peaceful. Kids loved the kayaks and being right on the water. Hosts were great to work with, would recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2022
So glad you enjoyed your time here!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Beautiful property, the cabin has everything you could need and is very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Your positive feedback about your stay is truly appreciated! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Big Sand - Aug 2021

The cabin and our stay were perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2021
So glad you enjoyed your time on Big Sand!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable stay

Property was very clean. Close to many activities. Owners were easy to work with. We will definitely keep this property on our repeat list.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2022
Can't wait to have you back! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!

Wonderful property as described! And clean😊We enjoyed our stay and wouldn't hesitate to recommend. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2021
Thank you! Wonderful guests we hope to host again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cabin!

This cabin is so charming! Our family of 5 stayed here and it was perfect. Every amenity you could need was available. We loved being right on the water and didn’t mind the steps leading down to the cabin. Will definitely be looking to book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2024
We look forward to seeing you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Get Away Spot

Cozy cabin right on the water includes everything you need for a perfect stay. Very quiet and peaceful, great views. There are quite a few steps but they weren't a problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2024
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin experience

The cabin is very cute, clean and well stocked. Kayaks available to use, very fun and easy. Nice fire pit, deck etc. Owners were readily available via text for questions. The lake is very clear, has many loon pairs!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Literally ON the Lake

I was somewhat concerned about the elevation down to the cabin because I have intermittent vertigo, but I was fine and the path down is very sturdy. My stay was relaxing and fun - I checked out the nearby towns, trails, and kayaked. The amenities were plentiful, the cool lake air was perfect for sleeping, and the sound of waves was meditation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

Super cute cabin with all the amenities we could have hoped for. Bonus was that it was a great place to have our one year old! The lake is just steps away, Jim generously blew up and left get floatie toys for us, and we had a great time in the canoe. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Lakeside Stay

Spent four relaxing nights at this quaint yet wonderful cabin! We appreciated having the fishing boat available to take a tour around the lake. Fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. Our only suggestion is to replace the master bedroom mattress- it is old and rolls you to the center. Thank you for sharing your lakeside retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2021
So glad you enjoyed your stay. We did replace all mattresses last season. We'll flip it over and give that a try!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and clean

Extra care was taken to make our stay comfortable. The coffee station was filled with an assortment of blends plus hot chocolate and tea. There was a s’more package too! So thoughtful, we enjoyed visiting areas we hadn’t seen for years and then relaxing playing games and having a bonfire.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2023
Your positive feedback about your stay makes us very happy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Vacay

Enjoyed the clear water and sandy bottom of Big Sand Lake. The cabin is quaint and well equipped; you could literally just bring your clothes:) Stone stairs from parking to cabin and lake ARE steep but were discussed in the listing. Realizing it IS listed as not handicap accessible, a handrail would've been welcomed by all. Views and beautiful lake made us all forget the steps:) Very serene! Agent very responsive!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time

We were looking for a place to get some undivided time with our busy teenagers. This was just the place. It was an easy drive to Park Rapids where there were great shops (3 for ice cream alone!) and amenities. We had a tough choice between street concerts and a quiet night on the lake and opted for the lake. The host was very accomodating of needs we had. The cabin had every thing we needed even lovely floaties for the water. We kayaked every night. Hope to return
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2022
We would love to have you back! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Spot on the Water

We enjoyed staying so close to the lake; perfect sunsets! Everything we needed was there. We were surprised by the extra deck that was not pictured; giving even more privacy. The stone steps were described accurately going down to the cabin and could be difficult. We enjoy hiking on vacation, so the steps contributed to our daily routine! :) Plus the beautiful area has much to offer. We rented bikes one day from a great bike shop in Park Rapids. Would definitely consider another stay. Thank you, Jim and Shari
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2020
Wonderful guests! So glad you enjoyed your stay! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

There were 4 adults staying in this cabin. The 1st thing we noticed was how clean and organized the cabin was. There was plenty of towels for all of us and the owner even said if we needed more they would be happy to drop them off. The views of the lake are incredible and we enjoyed the daily viewing of the Loons right in front of the cabin. We also appreciated the comfortable furniture inside. It has a large Lazy Boy type lounger, a comfortable sofa, two very comfortable lounge type chairs with ottomans and 4 chairs around the kitchen table, not to mention plenty of seating on both outside decks. We played cards on one of the 2 decks in the evening and enjoyed the peaceful up north feel of the cabin. They even had a bag of marshmallows, graham crackers and Hershey bars for s'mores waiting on the table for us! We definitely enjoyed the week at the cabin!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect lake cabin

I was looking for something close to the clear water with a boat available to rent and this was the perfect spot!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay!
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