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The Definition of Get-Away-from-it-All!

Beachfront cabin with sauna and Hot tub

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Cain in Summer
Wood fired Sauna
Large hot tub with views of the lake and woods
Outhouse with electric lights
Tranquility

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
0+ bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Lake view

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Waubun, MN
  • Place, Shooting Star Casino
  • Place, Detroit Mountain Recreation Area
  • Place, Itasca State Park
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Loft

2 Single Beds

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Spaces

Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Definition of Get-Away-from-it-All!

Escape to Your Private Lakeside Wilderness Retreat

Imagine unwinding on your own 120 acres of secluded woodland, with an incredible 1500 feet of pristine, native lake shoreline entirely at your disposal. At our unique hideaway, one of the lake's original cabins, you can truly get away from it all and immerse yourself in nature. Situated just 30 feet from the water's edge, you'll feel like you're practically sleeping on the lake!

While offering a tranquil and private escape, please note that our cabin provides primitive amenities for a true off-grid experience. If your ideal vacation includes words like "glamping," "secluded," "get-away-from-it-all," "quiet," and "private," then this could be the perfect retreat for you.

Cozy Cabin Features:

Sleeping Loft: Two twin XL beds (can be combined into a king).
Downstairs: Comfortable sectional couch with an ottoman that converts to a cot.
Basic Kitchenette: Microwave and refrigerator (please note: no running water in the kitchenette).
Primitive Bathroom: An outhouse is provided for bathroom facilities.
Relaxation: Enjoy a traditional wood-fired sauna after your adventures.
Outdoor Oasis (Summer Months): A unique deck with a hot tub and solar shower awaits you.
Entertainment: Big-screen TV, cable, and high-speed internet are available for your convenience.

Explore Your Private Paradise:

Water Adventures: Take advantage of our two kayaks and a paddleboard to explore the tranquil lake. Enjoy easy access to the water from our floating dock.
On-Land Exploration: Discover the trails throughout the 120-acre property at your leisure.
Nearby Thrills: For UTV and snowmobile enthusiasts, find endless routes on over 500 miles of local trails.
Nature Lovers' Paradise: We are conveniently located less than 10 miles from the North Country National Scenic Trailhead on Hwy 113 and approximately a 30-minute drive from both Itasca State Park and Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge.

Important Notes for Your Stay:

Remote Location: The cabin is about a 1/4 mile drive from the main road, with the final 500 feet involving a steep incline. Guests with rear-wheel drive should strongly consider parking at the top of the hill and walking down to the shoreline.
Primitive Living: Please be aware that this is a primitive cabin. You will need to bring your own drinking water.
Cooking: An electric pellet grill is provided for your outdoor cooking needs.
What to Bring: Unless otherwise arranged, you will need to bring your own bedding and linens.
Guest Responsibility: To waive all cleaning fees, we kindly ask that you leave the cabin clean and ready for the next guest. This includes removing all garbage (please pack out your garbage).

Embrace the peace and solitude of our lakeside retreat! Book your unforgettable escape today.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view
Barbecue

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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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Cabin is pack in pack out. We have no cleaning fee so, please take all of your belongings when checking out and leave the cabin rent ready. Thank you

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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
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We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waubun

Located in Waubun, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Itasca State Park and Big Basswood Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Waubun, MN

What's nearby

  • Itasca State Park - 37 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Big Basswood Lake - 49 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Heart Lake - 54 min drive - 45.4 km
  • Itasca State Park - 61 min drive - 59.9 km
  • Mississippi Headwaters - 65 min drive - 60.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mpsc Dineing Hall - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Elbow Lake Store And Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Dave's Cafe - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪The Squirrel Cage - ‬39 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Definition of Get-Away-from-it-All! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Definition of Get-Away-from-it-All!?

As of 16 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Definition of Get-Away-from-it-All! on 17 Dec 2025 start from AU$325.92, 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.

What time is check-in at The Definition of Get-Away-from-it-All!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Definition of Get-Away-from-it-All!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Definition of Get-Away-from-it-All! located?

Situated on the beach, this cabin is 15.4 mi (24.9 km) from Itasca State Park and within 25 miles (40 km) of Big Basswood Lake and Heart Lake. Boot Lake and Itasca State Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.4/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

2.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 95 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jon V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking!!! Perfect "off the grid" R&R place for my wife and I.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desirae Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilyann K.

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

Summer Vacation

This place was perfect! My partner and I enjoyed taking the paddle boards, kayak, and peddleboat. It was clean when we got there and while we say some comments complaining about the outhouse it wasn't bad at all. Thank you so much for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 3rd stay at the Hilton Tilton. First stay though in several years. Several upgrades had been made and the place keeps getting better. Caught several walleyes and Northerns off the dock. Really enjoyed the kayak and used the paddle boat. Fired up the wood fired sauna several times for a good sweat and at night we relaxed in the hot tub. Outhouse was very clean and did not detect any bad odors. Weather was perfect for our stay. Check in and out was very smooth. We will be back for a 4th time in the future. Great location and great lake for activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

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

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Remote and quiet. Good fishing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is amazing we had a blast !!! A couple grill tools , a paper towel rack in kitchen would be great! The lift upstairs is a bit tight but we made it work . Overall everything it said it was !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke F.

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

Beautiful Getaway

You are all by yourself and we loved it. Quiet lake and a hot tub that took away all our aches and pains. We will definitely be back. The true definition of being Alone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher K.

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

Only stay 4 hours

I didn't see the email until it was too late to cancel. Drove out to the place, Hunter/fisherman paradise. Family expecting running water in the house or dressing area. Not so much. The only family members that had fun was the toddler, and the dog. I think because they didn't have any idea what was going on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. Everything you would expect from a Minnesota Cabin. The lake was nice and caught several nice fish...we put them back so they're still in there. Dog loved it. Too hot for the hot tub but looked well kept and perfect for cooler weather. We'd go back again. Friendly neighbors/people passing by on the lake. There was one restaurant about 15 minutes away. Brought a George Foreman and that worked out nice for cooking. There was a grill but never used it/looked at it. Cabin/Outhouse was clean. The hill down to the cabin is sandy/washed out a bit but i have a jeep so this wasn't an issue...you'd need 4wheel drive to get all the way down to the cabin..but plenty of room to park/trailer at the top of the hill. Super fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

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

Anniversary trip

We got away and fished and relaxed 😌 Had a great just us trip !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Barry K.

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

Vacation

Very remote place to get away. Beautiful location. Enjoyed my time there.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry C.

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

Perfect Sanctuary

This was a perfect quiet getaway for us! Didnt want to leave!!!! Will definitely be back for a more extended stay next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn N.

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

Vacation with the Dogs

It was perfect. I didn't see any people for days and I loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Christine M.

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

Meh

Nothing to brag about. Go camping instead.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephanie w.

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

GLAMPING at its finest

We needed a little getaway and this was the perfect place for it! I actually loved that it doesn’t have indoor plumbing or running water. It felt like camping in the middle of winter. But camping at its finest! The hot tub and sauna were amazing! The property is beautiful. The beds were comfortable. Make sure to bring your own sheetsThe owners were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krystal J.

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

Winter wounderland

A friend of mine and I stayed at the end of February. There was alot of snow, so not being able to drive up to the cabin, even with 4 wheel drive, make it very difficult to pack out. Besides difficulties packing in and out it was a amazing trip. We spend the day fishing, catching some nice sized pike and the night relaxing in the hot tub. The cabin is cozy and the perfect size for 2 people. We are "outdoor" enthusiasts so we really enjoyed the primitive aspect and quite nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stella S.

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

Phenomenal

This was our second stay at this amazing cabin and spectacular property! If you truly are an outdoor enthusiast whatever the weather and love exploring the woods and the amazing trails whether it’s walking or sledding THIS IS THE PLACE FOR YOU!! The cabin was perfect to warm up and relax in and the bonuses of a sauna and hot tub were superb.. The best was laying on the frozen lake and looking up at stars . Such a surreal feeling! The owner Sara is amazing and so friendly so happy we got to meet her and thank her for sharing her cabin with us!! We are definitely looking forward to visiting many many more times!! Thank you again Sara for another amazing memory filled trip !!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Loved it!!

our cabin stay was wonderful!! We sold our cabin last fall -so this was a great stay to be back in the woods. We saw lots of wildlife and the relaxation was great. We brought our blowup camping mattress ( as we didn't want to navigate the steps upstairs) I didnt mind the out house- but I did bring a camping potty for latet nights. The dogs loved to be able to swim up and down the shoreline. The hot tube was a relaxing addition to our stay. We will definitely come again-or if we bring more family - we might rent the other cabin you have. Thank you !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Dana J.

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

Winter getaway

My fiancé and I spent a long weekend at the cabin with our dog. The cabin was as advertised in the listing. One thing I wish I would’ve known is the cabin doesn’t get as warm as I would have expected. It does have heat however the cabin still had a chill to it the whole time we were there. The cabin is right off of the lake and the snowmobile trail goes right by the cabin. This cabin is secluded and has plenty of land to it - however the cabin is more exposed than we were expecting. The sauna and hot tub were great! Hot tub was cleaner than I was expecting considering I wasn’t sure the last time someone had been there or how well it was maintained. I would recommend bringing your own wood for the sauna as there wasn’t really wood there for it. If you are a snowmobiler and considering renting this property, I would highly recommend! Right off of the state trail, and the ability to relax and warm up in the hot tub and sauna afterwards was great! Overall it was a great experience and the land is beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Natalya D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly Surprised by Positive Reviews

When my husband and I read the reviews on the cabin property, we were very surprised at the high rating which we didn't encounter the same experience during our stay. We figured this cabin is ideal for spring/summer season. We were in awe how low maintenance the cabin was upon our arrival. Here's the list that we didn't expect them coming and quite disappointed with our large expense on this cabin for our honeymoon: -hundreds and hundreds of flies and ladybugs continuously flying around during our whole week of stay -a lot of dead flies and ladybugs laying on both XL-Twin beds and we couldn't sleep there -there were no pictures of the upstairs bedroom on the VrBo website and when we arrived, it was too claustrophobic to see how low the attic roof above us while dealing with flies flying around -the indoor temperature wasn't warm enough during the month of Dec stay -the outhouse bathroom's smell was too much to handle...I am not sure when the last time the host hired someone to clean it up -per the description how primitive the cabin was and advised us to bring our own drinking water. We thought it meant to bring our filtered water that we are able to drink and use the provided water at the cabin with the sink faucet running water (with your picture shown on your VrBo website) for washing dishes purpose -microwave, refrigerator, countertops were extremely stink, so we had to clean deeply before putting our foods there -when I asked the host for a reference to tow our vehicle, we appreciated her assistance but we ended up having this terrible towing service that didn't want to get their regular pick up truck (NOT towing truck) stuck in the snow. Those 3 people who helped us were smoking and didn't even bring their own towing equipment which forced us to use the property's supplies such as shovels and buckets to get our vehicle out on our end of day stay. It was a disaster for us. We had to pay extra for their service. We read a few negative reviews through this page during their winter stays and we encountered similar situations. We have advised the host to please elaborate in the cabin's description and high maintenance on the cabin's property, especially during winter seasons.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was absolutely amazing! My boyfriend and I were looking for a cozy fall getaway, and this cabin was exactly what we needed. Between the hot tub and the sauna, we stayed warm while enjoying the cool, crisp autumn air. One of our favorite moments was stargazing right from the hot tub — it was magical. We did notice that the jets turned off after a while and didn’t come back on, which might be a small malfunction, but it didn’t take away from the experience.Listening to the swans flap their wings and call out over the water was truly breathtaking. The cabin itself was perfect for taking in the view. We loved the setup — especially pulling the mattress down from the loft so we could relax and watch TV before bed. The Fire Stick made it so convenient to log into our streaming services.One tip for future guests: I’d recommend bringing a pair of “indoor” shoes, as there were quite a few Asian beetles that made their way inside. A few even crawled on me while I was sleeping!Reading the guest book and seeing stories from previous stays was heartwarming and made us even more excited to return. Thank you for sharing such a special space with us!
Views of the star from in the hotub
Sunset from cabin patio
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth T.

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

Wonderful Weekend Getaway

This is a great place to unplug and unwind for the weekend. My husband and I enjoyed our stay. The hot tub and sauna were wonderful perks to the "glamping" getaway we were seeking.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Fall Respite

A peaceful, quiet & secluded retreat. The land is beautiful, lots of birds and wildlife to see and hear. Hot tub and sauna were awesome. We would have loved a pull-out couch on the main floor.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

This place is not for everyone.

I loved it personally. And I will most likely be back! I reached out to Sara, and got zero response back. Wow! Really?? and it was just a question. There are some super simple and cheap stuff that could make this rental so much more user friendly. A coat rack to hang coats. ($10 bucks at the Fleet) Perhaps a drop down counter space on the east side of the cabin to the right of the kitchen nook for extra surface area. $100.?? Why not put a few screws to the current sink and countertop so it doesn't slide around. This rental is not for anybody that has mobility issues. AWD/4x4 will be a positive. My Boy Scout mentality is to leave any place that I reside better then I first came across it apples to this location. Michael
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

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

Tiny cabin getaway in the woods

It's was a great little property, the weather wasn't great but I'm looking forward coming again in the summer! The loft has a pull down ladder and we decided we didn't want to climb up and down the ladder at night so we pulled the mattresses down which was fine since it was just the 2 of us! The hotub was AMAZING! You truly felt like your in the middle of the woods! I would recommend if you have anything other than a 4 wheel vehicle to park up on the last hill before the cabin, we drove our van down and almost didn't make it back up the hill! Overall it was a great... Remote.... Experience!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sara

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Why they chose this property

Jeremy and I grew up in Minnesota, but now live in North Dakota. When we began looking for a lake cabin, we knew we wanted that 'up north' feel. When we walked on this property, we were awe-struck. You will be amazed by the changes in elevation, the pristine shore-line, and the peace and quiet.

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