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Cabin on pristine Big Turtle Lake

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A high-ceilinged wooden cabin with large windows offering views of a snowy landscape.
A wooden attic room with a sloped ceiling, large windows, and a wooden deck.
A cozy cabin interior with a dining area, sofa, and TV.
A cabin with a sloped roof, multiple windows, and a chimney.
A two-story wooden house with large windows, a sliding glass door, and a patio with outdoor furniture.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
This cabin accommodates 7 guests with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It offers access to Newburg Bay and the Marcell Family Center.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Bigfork, MN
  • Place, Mike Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Maple Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Bello Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

About this property

Cabin on pristine Big Turtle Lake

Looking for a getaway? Quiet solitude? Maybe a pristine sand beach in crystal clear waters to swim? Shallow and gradual beach, ideal for kids. All the modern comforts of home yet very affordable. This is the place. In the heart of the Chippewa National Forest.

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3282956vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bigfork

Bigfork is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Scenic State Park and Mike Lake.
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Bigfork, MN

What's nearby

  • Mike Lake - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Maple Lake - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Bello Lake - 11 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Horseshoe Lake - 11 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center - 16 min drive - 16.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hayslips Corner - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Pine Cone Soup & Sandwich Shoppe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Eagles Nest Diner - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin on pristine Big Turtle Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cabin on pristine Big Turtle Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin on pristine Big Turtle Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cabin on pristine Big Turtle Lake located?

Situated in Bigfork, this cabin is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Mike Lake and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Bello Lake. Horseshoe Lake and Maple Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was as described and was very relaxing. Worth the price. We hope to come back to this place again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was very impressed! A girls weekend here was wonderful. Very beautiful lake to swim and fish.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Fishing was pretty good and scenery was fantastic. Great place for swimming with comfortable sandy bottom and shallow far out past dock. Great view from the deck!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as listed. Was super hot so I’m glad we brought our turbo fan from home with us . Overall was a great place to stay for our anniversary trip and I would recommend it. Was fun to see deer come right up to cabin! Would love to come back for a winter stay .
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The view from the cabin was beautiful. Getting to the water was a bit tricky if your older or have ambulation issues. I am 66 and have friebergs syndrome so climbing the hill or the stairs without railings was a challenge. Internet was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise. Awesome view, incredible privacy , complete kitchen with everything you need, games galore, very clean, unbelievable supply of chopped wood . An oasis on a clear, clean lake. The water clarity is great.The cabin is up on the hill so it is a scenic adventure to reach the dock . We regretted not having our boat but we had family wedding obligations . Four days was a tease. We can’t wait to return .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful, remote location with everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay. It’s a beautiful spot overlooking the lake. The cabin is cozy with all of the amenities we needed. Communication with the host was excellent. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was clean and communication with owner was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was exactly as advertised and we had an excellent stay here! It has just about everything you need. The water of the lake is clear and cool, plus we caught a couple fish!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Minnesota trip.

Awesome scenery great location. Saw lots of wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

beautiful cabin

beautiful clear lake and pretty cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location-we visited Lost 40 and Scenic State Park. Beautiful views of the lake. Nice and quiet. Grocery store in bigfork. Wood stove was cozy. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful property!

Quiet peaceful property with all of the amenities! Mike the Host had everything we needed for a great getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great stay

Cabin was as described and the lake is beautiful!! Mike is very good to deal with and we had a great time. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great, Cozy Cabin with a beautiful view

We enjoyed the the fishing, kayaking and paddle boarding.The lake is so clear and serene. The cabin is cozy and rustic. This is a perfect place to retreat to for quiet and relaxation. Mike was great at communicating and quick to respond with any questions we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely getaway

The view from the cabin is fantastic. It has everything you need (except AC) and is comfortable and spacious. The lake is lovely and relatively quiet. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Turtle Lake Cabin Stay

Turtle Lake is beautiful. Most cabins on the lake are set back from the water and boat traffic was light. The paddle board and kayak were great to have access to and the dock is a beautiful, spacious place to hang out. Our cabin was very peaceful and we had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Beautiful property, wonderful view, lake access, lovely indoor space, what more could one ask? The property owner was great about communication and had very clear instructions. Would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome views

This rustic property has awesome views as it is perched high on the banks of beautiful Turtle Lake. Great for a guy's fishing trip. Mike was great to work with and communicated all that we needed to know.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin is everything we needed for a true north getaway. If you don’t know what that means, you should try it. We watched eagles hunt, as well as watching an eagle landing in a large white oak on the property to stay the night. The property owner is more than helpful and provides everything you need to unplug from thee fray.
From the cabin
From the dock
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Fishing cabin

This is a decent place for a few guys for a week of fishing. I think most women would probably be disappointed with the facilities. It is a tough walk to and from the water and cabin, so it would be very difficult for someone elderly or just out of shape. We had a blast catching small mouth and rock bass and the place was great for a guys week.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Great view and great location

The cabin was not cleaned before we arrived. FILTHY. A member of our group did a thorough cleaning when we arrived. Dirty toilet, sink, shower,and kitchen. Owner informed us days prior that we will need to being our garbage home. For the amount of money we paid per night plus cleaning fee we were disappointed. Also the stairs to the lake are sketchy and risky. No hand rails, very high off the ground multiple flights. We found out later that there's a walking path. Tough for elderly or young families to access the lake. The view from the cabin was gorgeous. The area was peacefull.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Late spring 2025

Property is real nice. Has all the amenities listed including coffee. Bring water. The well water is real hard and odorous, but cleaning and showering is fine. The towns around are pretty cool and have a lot to offer - Mercel, Deer River, Big Fork. DR and BF have golf courses. DR and BF have large grocery stores. Mercel has a convenience store with food, gas, liquor, fresh bait, and a deli. Friendly people there. He keeps the cabin well stocked with firewood. Be careful with kids going up and down to the lake. It's like a 60 degree drop from the cabin to the dock. There is a wooden walkway built that zigzags from cabin to lake. And a narrow road that runs along the side of the hill. This one is a bit longer, but much safer than the walkway. You can definitely get in shape walking either of these paths a couple times a day. We gave up trying to bring the boat to the dock via the road mentioned above. Just too narrow. Works better to launch your boat at the public access. Didn't have much luck fishing. There's rock bass off the dock that are active. And out on the lake we caught a few bass. Very deep lake. Check it out on DNR before going. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026

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