Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Pillager, MN

Legacy at Cragun's18 min drive
Brainerd International Raceway19 min drive
The Classic at Madden's Golf Course19 min drive
Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)20 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Pricing includes cleaning fees
Sit back, relax and enjoy the view looking over the lush sloping landscape that leads down to the lake, our 2 story + loft cabins leave little to be desired. As you step inside from the screened patio there is a cozy place to watch TV and washer and dryer free for your use. Down the hall, you have a full bath and 2 bedrooms. The second story holds the large dining area, full kitchen with dishwasher, bathroom and 2 larger bedrooms. The overlooking loft is a favorite for kids of all ages. The high ceiling and open layout, creates a great place for large gatherings. The spacious second story deck lifts you into the treetops, and holds incredible views, both day and night. Directly below is the screened patio offering a scenic view of its own & a great space to get some shade or enjoy a meal in any weather. Outside the patio you will find your own personal fire pit, grill, and picnic table.
Price includes cleaning fee; however our expectation is that you will leave the cabin as nice or nicer than you found it. Thank you.

Property manager

Diana

Languages

English

Amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Microwave

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Great place for children. Free beach toys

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

This is your vacation. Enjoy it and let us know if you need anything. We are here for you if you have questions

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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

Pillager

Located in Pillager, this resort is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Gull Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Paul Bunyan Land and This Old Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Pillager, MN

What's nearby

North Central Speedway - 16 min drive
Cragun's Legacy Courses - 17 min drive
Legacy at Cragun's - 18 min drive
Brainerd International Raceway - 19 min drive
The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 19 min drive

Getting around

Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

Casey's General Store - 14 min drive
Taco Bell - 13 min drive
Buffalo Wild Wings - 15 min drive
371 Diner - 14 min drive
Caribou Coffee - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd located?

This family-friendly Pillager resort is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Crow Wing State Park and Mississippi River. Gull Lake and Bay Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Christine S.

21 July 2022

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

We had a great time on the lake.

We loved the paddleboards, kayaks, floating dock, and pontoon. So many fun things to do on the lake. The fishing was good. It was fun to see the turtles too. The deck off our cabin was wonderful to sit on anytime of day, the spaciousness of our cabin was perfect for our family of 5. Our kids all had their own room. The full kitchen made it super easy to make our own meals. My only suggestion would be for more comfortable indoor chairs to sit on, maybe updated beds and bedding, curtains. The curtains were a little thin and the neighbors next to us kept their outdoor light on, which shined into our bedroom at night. Overall we had a lot of fun.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

21 July 2022

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

Large house on an amazing lake

We loved Hardy Lake. It wasn’t too cold. We like the small size. There were so many fun boats to use. The house wasn’t too fancy, but it met our needs. The kitchen was well stocked with cookware. We didn’t know to bring our own towels, oops. The washer and dryer were great to have. Air conditioning worked well.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

15 July 2022

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

Peaceful getaway!

This resort is a little gem! We enjoyed our stay and didnt want to leave. Clean cabin, great views, the beach was so nice with lots to do for entire family, all ages. Diana was a wonderful host and enjoyed visiting with her. Thank you for making our stay so relaxing!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jonathan W.

11 July 2022

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

Overall Great Vacation

Stayed a week on the property with family consisting of 4 children and a toddler. The kids had a blast playing in the lake and trying out the canoes and paddle boards. I'm from out of state so I wasn't quite prepared for the constant onslaught of mosquitos, but that's not the properties problem as this was constant wherever we went. Bring bug spray!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zachary H.

8 Sept 2021

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

Very peaceful

The area was clean and beautiful, the lake was clear and very soothing, and the cabin was comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Diana

We bought this little slice of heaven 28 years ago and still love what we do, provide the opportunity to share with others the uniqueness of Shady Hollow Resort. We purchased it because it was small quiet and close to Brainerd and yet in a very quiet area, the cabins are nicely spaced apart so you get the feel of having your own yard. We have been married 48 years, this was our dream job since we were dating and still is.

Why they chose this property

This was exactly what we were looking for in a resort. We enjoy the small quiet lake and being close to town where there is plenty of shopping, restaurants, a movie theater and more to enjoy, we are on the north end of the lake so we get the great south breezes in the summer. Mostly families come for the quiet family time.

What makes this property unique

We have kayaks, paddle boards, paddle boat, canoe for your enjoyment free of charge. We like that the cabins are nicely spaced and not all lined up on the beach. We have a great lakeshore restoration project with lots of native wildflowers which we have shared with many guests over the years. If you don't know how to make a fire, take off a fish, clean a fish, use a motor or a paddleboard, we can help you with that. Let us know; we are here for you.