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Updated cabin on Big Trout Lake Whitefish Chain MN Crosslake

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Bill & Char's Family Legacy ~ Where Vacation Memories are Made!
Lots of warmth and character in the original tongue & groove paneling.
Extended dock for this shallow north west end of Big Trout. Photo credit-guest
Beautiful refurbished deck (2018) with glass panels for an unobstructed view.
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Big Trout Lake
  • Place, Crosslake Community Center
  • Place, Cross Lake Recreation Area
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Updated cabin on Big Trout Lake Whitefish Chain MN Crosslake

We are pleased to offer you our family cabin on Big Trout Lake for your summer rental. One of the best locations on the Whitefish chain. Beautiful views. Cabin was updated in 2018 with new siding, flooring, windows, large deck, and AC/Heat. Extended dock for boats, swimming, and relaxing in the sun. Each of the three bedrooms has 2 twin beds. 1 bath. Washer & Dryer. There is Dish Network TV and Wifi for those rainy vacation days and can't miss events you might want to catch while enjoying your vacation.

Nearby Golf Courses include:
Golden Eagle Golf Club
Whitefish Golf Club
Crosswoods Golf Course  
Emily Greens Golf Course

Family Pets are welcome (+$100) & the VRBO Property Damage Protection policy is required for vacationing pets.

Please respect the following rules; No outside tent camping, no RV's or tent trailers on the property. No fireworks. No campfires other than the firepit. No loud music outside. No parties.

Please do not use the inside fireplace.

Please respect the surrounding property owners, they are family.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

No events allowed
Absolutely no parties, bachelor/bachelorette, etc
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs - Pet addendum required
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest Agreement must be acknowledged and signed to secure booking. Quiet hours:10pm-7am Sun-Thurs; and 12am to 7am Fri. Parking only near the court.
2024 Update - USe Dedicated Firepit Only. No Fireworks or other Campfires. No loud music. Please DO NOT use the fireplace inside the cabin.
There is no trash pick up. Please be prepared to haul your garbage away. There are directions for drop off in the guest binder.

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
Note from host: Absolutely no parties, bachelor/bachelorette, etc
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pine River

Located in Pine River, this cabin is on a lake. Crow Wing State Forest and Upgaard Wildlife Management Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway and Wildwedge Golf & Mini Golf. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing adventures can be found near the property.
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Pine River, MN

What's nearby

  • Big Trout Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Crosslake Community Center - 22 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Cross Lake Recreation Area - 25 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Crosslake Town Square - 26 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Crosswoods Golf Course - 26 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wharf - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Norway Ridge Supper Club - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Maucieri's Italian Bistro & Deli - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Lake Country Crafts & Cones - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Updated cabin on Big Trout Lake Whitefish Chain MN Crosslake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Updated cabin on Big Trout Lake Whitefish Chain MN Crosslake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated cabin on Big Trout Lake Whitefish Chain MN Crosslake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Updated cabin on Big Trout Lake Whitefish Chain MN Crosslake located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Big Trout Lake and Arrowhead Lake. Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway and Crosslake Community Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

S W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Very peaceful setting. Very nice lakeside location. Big Trout Lake is a gem.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jed M.

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

Fantastic trip!! Great place!

Very easy and super friendly owners! We had a great weekend at the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

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

Relaxing and enjoying the lake

Weather was great, fishing was good and so nice to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob J.

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

Fishing Trip

Property was very clean. It included all necessary items for the stay and had a great view! Great communication with the host and we very much enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

David F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A week at the WhiteFish chain of lakes…

Nice location on chain of lakes, quiet and roomy. Cozy cabin feel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby C.

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

Perfect trip up north with family!

Everything about the cabin was fantastic! Great view, good fishing, and great dock to park a pontoon. Parking the trailer to the pontoon was a little tricky but we made it work. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda J.

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

Such a peaceful trip

This cabin was such a perfect place to stay for our family and friend annual trip. The cabin was so clean and it had everything we needed! Thank you so much for sharing your cabin with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jillane H.

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

Great cabin on the lake

Great place to stay on the whitefish chain. We have stayed here several times. Great space for the entire family. Cabin is very homey. Trout is the best lake on the chain.--- super clean and fairly quiet. Love it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

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

The place was awesome. Nice and cozy for a fall getaway.

Our experience at this VRBO was one of our favorites that we have ever done. The place had everything that you would need to enjoy a fall getaway. Thanks so much for sharing it with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Lindsey m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nostalgic and quiet

The property was in a great location. It was remote and quiet, yet a quick 10 minute trip to town. The cabin was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the large deck and fishing off the dock. It definitely helped to make countless memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven B., Englewood, CO

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

Labor Day Weekend Getaway!

All I can say is all of the checkboxes were hit for us on this one. We had an amazing trip and really enjoyed our stay. Best of all the hospitality of the host was on point. REsponsive, accomodating, and very friendly. The gift bag was a nice treat and completely unexpected. All of our expectations were exceeded!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Amazingly perfect!

Wow and wow! This place is the perfect getaway. We are a family of six and the place was just right for our weekend of trail riding. Amy, Joe and Julie are super responsive to all questions. The cabin is just as it’s listed and the deck is amazing. It was great to sit out there and just relax after a long day. We will definitely be back. Thank you for sharing your vacation home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Martha M., Minnesota

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

Charming cabin with sensational view.

The cabin on Big Trout met our expectations and was a good size for two people or family of 4-6 people. All single beds, but that was fine for us. Kitchen small, but okay for two people. Deck is spacious and could use more furniture. Shoreline is rocky, weedy and shallow. We did not mind as we were not looking for a sandy bottom and our small fishing boat was fine in the 2–3-foot water depth. Some sort of cart with wheels would be a nice addition to haul items from car to cabin. Overall we loved our stay and will book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

D K., St. Paul, MN

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

Quiet and private with great view

We just spent a week and rotated two of our kids and their families during it. We all had fun and the cabin grew on us. Great views from the deck. We have been coming to the Whitefish Chain for decades and first time on trout. It was nice to "base" in the middle of the chain. We put 212 miles on our boat during the week. Chris was available and responsive. The dock is a little old, but we were glad it was not wobbly with so many grandkids using it. I liked the rustic road in. Neighbors were very friendly and kind and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean property, friendly hosts, great location on beautiful Trout lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Absolutely loved our stay!

Great communication with the owners! The drive in through the wilderness set the tone, and we were greeted our first night by two curious deer right outside the window. The cabin was spotless, cozy, and stocked with everything we needed. We explored the area, shopped in Cross Lake, and enjoyed fantastic meals at Ox Lake Tavern, Norway Ridge Supper Club, and Mad Rabbits. But our favorite moments were on the deck, coffee in the morning, wine at sunset, and endless lake views. A perfect, peaceful getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at the cabin this past week. It was peaceful and relaxing. The cabin was absolutely lovely and had everything we needed. We will certainly return again if the opportunity arises.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

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

Awesome trip

Clean and comfortable. It got our family back on the Whitefish Chain. We did boating, fishing, swimming, skiing, shopping, eating out. So much fun.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnna Z.

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

Just like grandma's

We loved this little sweet cabin. As soon as i walked in i was rushed memories of staying at my grandparents cabin. Though it was small with only 1 bathroom it worked very well for our group of 5. The family room had tons of seating with seperate desginated areas. We didnt have great weather so it was nice to have a puzzle going on the kitchen table and snacks at the bar and another area for movies. Location is perfect! The deck was huge and perfect for a game of yard yatzee. The view of from the inside and the deck was nearly unobstructed, difinately facing the best part of the lake. Pickle ball court was a fun bonus. You can tell the owners have kept up on maintenance. Would difinately stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

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

The best ever

The weather, cabin, fishing, scenery and attractions couldn’t have been any better.This place just makes you feel at home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jessi W.

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

Nice and quiet

We really enjoyed our stay for the weekend. Wish we could've stayed longer. The cabin was very clean. There is a nice selection of pots and pans and pretty much any other basic kitchen things. The back patio is pretty decent sized. It was nice for relaxing. The bedrooms were cute. The whole cabin gave the feel of being at my grandparent's. The lake was nice. Temp was perfect. The only downside were all of the weeds. Didn't make for a good swimming experience. Overall we really enjoyed our stay! The host was also very prompt with responses to any questions I had. Would Def stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

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

great location!

a rustic and charming cabin, perfect for some guys who need a place to sleep between golfing and boating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Great stay on Big Trout

Our family loved our stay here. The cabin was extremely clean. Not having to leave our dog at home was a nice part of the trip, as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicea S.

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

Great July Stay

This is our second summer staying in this little log cabin. We love that it feels secluded down the dirt road. We spent a lot of time on the dock fishing (perfect and prolific for little kids) and brought some floats this year to get out a bit deeper from the weedy shore. We rented a boat from Bertha's Boatworks for a few days and really enjoyed exploring the chain! Cabin is rustic and small but that is what our family looks forward to!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Amy, Joe, Chrissy & Julie

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Our Great-grandfather purchased this land long ago to build cabins for his three sons. Our grandparents owned this cabin and now we are the fourth generation of our family entrusted with the piece of Trout Lake history and are excited to offer this freshly refurbished yet very original pristine cabin on the north shore of Big Trout Lake, Mn for your summer enjoyment.

Why they chose this property

Southern views from the north shore of Big Trout (the gem on the Whitefish chain!) equates to extended hours of sunshine! Big Trout is a wonderful recreation lake for swimming, boating, fishing, sailing, kayaking, SUP and more. You are opposite the lake from channel traffic, but if you're a boater the channel to the Whitefish Chain gives access to many lakes, marinas, restaurants and Dairy Queen!

This property boasts an extended dock that reaches past the shallow grade. No drop off here which makes for great swimming and peaceful raft floating.

The knotty pined interior, log cabin is set on a peaceful, pine-lined lot. Enjoy your meals on the round oak dining table, or even better, the newly renovated deck. Bring your food and beverages and the amenities are turn-key - vacation ready!

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