Little McDonald Lake, Perham! Sandy Beach, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Beautiful View

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A waterfront deck with a metal railing, overlooking a body of water and a distant shoreline.
A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a blue armchair, a TV, and a patterned rug.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and pendant lighting.
A living room with a television on a wooden stand, a floor lamp, a small table, and a blue sofa.
A kitchen with a dining table, chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • On beach
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Perham, MN
  • Place, Berger Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Walde Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Perham Library
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Living Room

1 Single Futon

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Primary Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Secondary Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Perham

Located in Perham, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Maplewood State Park and Sucker Creek Preserve, while ITOW Veterans Museum and History Museum of East Otter Tail County are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Perham, MN

What's nearby

  • Walde Lake - 3 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Berger Lake - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Krauss Park - 7 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Fair Grounds - 8 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Perham Library - 8 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Detroit Lakes Station - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The DougOut Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Michaelangelos Take and Bake - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Billy's Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Loon's Nest Restaurant - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little McDonald Lake, Perham! Sandy Beach, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Beautiful View pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Little McDonald Lake, Perham! Sandy Beach, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Beautiful View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little McDonald Lake, Perham! Sandy Beach, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Beautiful View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little McDonald Lake, Perham! Sandy Beach, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Beautiful View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little McDonald Lake, Perham! Sandy Beach, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Beautiful View located?

Nestled on the beach, this Perham holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Berger Lake and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Walde Lake. Sybil Lake and Marion Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.2/10

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
Enjoyed being able to bring our dog to the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! Very friendly and commutative host!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a long family getaway. Communication was great, the place was exactly as described and pictured. Finding a place that allows pets can be difficult, so that was a big plus too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent every morning exploring the area walking trails, mountain biking, etc. but unexpected loved the beach and clear water of the lake so much we spent every afternoon and evening on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The weather was pretty warm while we were there but the large deck up in the treetops always had a shady spot to watch birds and enjoy a view of the lake. We took advantage of the paddleboat, paddle boards and kayaks to explore and enjoy the water and wildlife. Our group included people from ages 2 - 87 and we all had a lovely time. The host was very responsive and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent quite get away for family

Overall had everything needed to enjoy a family get away lakeside venue.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Would recommend the cabin

Our family had good vacation at this cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, exactly as advertised! Host was very responsive when needed. Plenty of room for the whole family. Beach was great; enjoyed the clear water, kayaks, and paddle boards provided. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little McDonald stay

Great location and the lift to the beach was nice to have
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was everything we hooed for in a lake home stay. Very clean and right on the lake! Great views! We took advantage of the kayaks and paddleboards. Will be coming back next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owner was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our stay on little mac

While we didn’t get as much time as we wanted here it was a great place to stay and relax. Everything was as advertised and we would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great sunsets

Very nice place, clean well kept up, great view of the lake!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

Beautiful location! Crystal clear/warm water to swim in. I would definitely come back to stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fun family trip

We had a great time playing in the water with our kids and paddling around on the lake. Looney Days was so fun! The host was kind and very responsive.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy lake getaway!

We had an awesome stay! The beach was super clean, and the mattresses and pillows were so comfy. Trevon was super responsive, and we found everything we needed for cooking, plus beach towels, kayaks, and even drinking water. Everyone had a great time and really enjoyed the relaxed vibe. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Sweet Stay

We were pleased with the accommodations provided - very clean, plenty of towels and cooking supplies provided. The tram to the lake worked great, and we took several walks on the nearby paved paths. The view at sunset was gorgeous, and there was a nice breeze on the porch. We were happy drinking water was provided as the sulfur smell from the sinks and showers was overwhelming, but the property is well maintained and overall we had a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
I'm glad you all enjoyed your stay! I apologize for the sulfur smell, but thank you for bringing it to my attention. I will have a plumber check out the water heater immediately to see what's going on. Have a blessed rest of your summer!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The VRBO was located on the lake, which was nice. There was an elevator that would take you down to the beach. The views were lovely. The rooms were spacious, and all the family members who stayed slept in them. The owner (Trevin) was very attentive and responsive to any issues. The one issue that prevented me from giving it a 5-star rating was that the water pressure in the primary suite was extremely weak, and the water would barely drip out at times.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall a very nice place for the price range. It was really nice that there were 2 inflatable kayaks and also 2 paddle boards available for use.The only thing that would have been nice is if the dock had some cleats on it to tie a boat off to. We made due, but it just seems silly that they weren't there.Otherwise, everything was just as advertised with no surprises. The lake itself is fantastic! Trevin was very responsive to questions as well.Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, Incredible views, Fun water activities, Exceptional host

My husband, son, and I wanted a few days of quiet time on a lake to fish, float and relax with a few days of extended family time with aunts, uncles and cousins for water sports, splashing, S'mores and fun. This property delivered well for both with plenty of indoor and outdoor space, two fire pits, extra chairs and water activities (SUPs, kayaks, floats, etc.). The lake water is unbelievably clear and clean, which was a big bonus for us. Check in and departure were easy as it gets and perhaps the cherry on top was the fact that our host was incredibly welcoming, understanding and 100% accessible and responsive if and when we needed anything. We feel like we've found our favorite new spot for renting any time we get back to the Ottertail Lakes region.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An unforgettable lakeside escape!

We had the most amazing time at this beautiful lakefront property. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the peaceful surroundings and the view of the lake. The home itself was large, clean and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The host was incredibly responsive and welcoming, offering great local recommendations and making sure we had everything we needed. We had the best time on the lake! We spent our days kayaking, paddle boarding and fishing right off the dock (the host provided kayaks and paddle boards, which was amazing). The water was so clear and perfect for swimming. Evenings were spent watching the beautiful sunsets on the lake, sitting around the fire pit roasting marshmallows and stargazing.If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway with a great lake and all the comforts of home, this is the place. Highly, highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mallard Loop

My kids and I stayed at Trevin’s place and had a wonderful time! From check-in to check-out our stay was great. Trevin was a very gracious host and had great communication. The views of sunrise and sunset were beautiful. The decks made time outside more enjoyable and being right on the lake was fun. I’d say the only downside was that the yard is a bit small. My kids are free range and used to excessive space, but still has a great time in the yard that is available. The walking trail being literally right out the door more then made up for the small yard. Would highly recommend staying.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Lake Cabin

This was the best weekend ever. We could not have asked for a better location for our family end of summer get together. The place has it all. Padldeboards, kayaks, and a great dock, with elevator access. In addition the kitchen is well equipped for post lake family meals. Plenty of dishes, cups, and cook ware. The bedrooms all have brand new beds, linens, and pillows. Very comfortable! Also - Tevin's place was immaculately clean! Best vacation rental cleaning ever!!!. Tevin was very communicative, and made us feel welcome in this home! If you're looking for a lake cabin, with fantastic views, that feels like home, then this place is very comfortable, and has everything you'll need.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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