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Dock & Fire Pit: Shamineau Lake Retreat!

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Motley Vacation Rental | 3BR | 1BA | Steps Required | 1,263 Sq Ft
Backyard | Private Dock | Fire Pit
Back Deck | Kayak | Paddle Boards
Loft | Smart TV | Game Consoles
Living Room | 1st Floor | Queen Futon | Free WiFi | Smart TV | Desk w/ Monitors

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6117.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Motley, MN
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Gull Lake
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Brainerd International Raceway
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Dock & Fire Pit: Shamineau Lake Retreat!

Kayak & Paddle Boards Provided | Family Game Nights | Pet Friendly w/ Fee

Let the adventures begin at this 3-bedroom, 1-bath lakefront vacation rental in Motley. Start your mornings with coffee on the deck, then hit the lake to catch walleye and pike from your private dock or take the kayak out for a spin. Come evening, gather around the crackling logs under Minnesota’s starlit sky. Whether you're lake-bound or lounging inside, this cabin offers a getaway packed with memory-making moments.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed, 1 twin bunk bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 queen futon
- Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Deck w/ lake view, gas grill
- Kayak, paddle boards
- Dock seating

INDOOR LIVING
- 2 Smart TVs w/ Netflix
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Ceiling fans

KITCHEN
- Electric stove/oven, microwave
- Drip coffee maker, toaster
- Cooking basics & spices, knife set
- Trash bags/paper towels

GENERAL
- Linens/towels
- 2 A/C units (kitchen & living room)
- Washer, dryer
- Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story cabin
- Stairs required to access
- Bedrooms & bathroom on 1st floor

FAQ
- No barrier between home & water's edge
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)

PARKING
- Driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Shamineau Lake on-site: swimming, canoeing, fishing
- 1-5 miles to Crookneck Lake, Fish Trap Lake, Lake Alexander West Access
- 3 miles to Pine Ridge Golf Club
- 8 miles to MotoCity Raceway
- 12-13 miles to Turtle Lake & Lake Alexander Woods Scientific and Natural Area
- 32 miles to Eagle’s Landing Golf Course & Three Bear Waterpark
- 139 miles Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story cabin requires stairs for access. While the bedrooms and bathroom are on the 1st floor, an additional interior step is required to access them
- There is no barrier between the home and the water's edge. Child supervision is strongly recommended

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
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Pets

Pets allowed
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Motley

Motley is home to this cabin. The Vintage at Staples and Pine Beach are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Beauty Lake and Memorial Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at North Central Speedway or Brainerd International Raceway. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and canoeing adventures can be found near the property.
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Motley, MN

What's nearby

  • Bay Lake - 33 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Legacy at Cragun's - 44 min drive - 46.5 km
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 45 min drive - 46.5 km
  • Gull Lake - 48 min drive - 41.5 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 49 min drive - 59.8 km

Getting around

  • Staples Station - 21 min drive
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪2 Tall Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Landing - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Castaway Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hennen's Bar On Shamineau - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dock & Fire Pit: Shamineau Lake Retreat! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dock & Fire Pit: Shamineau Lake Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dock & Fire Pit: Shamineau Lake Retreat!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dock & Fire Pit: Shamineau Lake Retreat! located?

Situated in Motley, this cabin is within 20 miles (32 km) of Beauty Lake, Memorial Park and Staples Community Center. Bay Lake and The Vintage at Staples are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our wknd! The home was perfect for our group of 6 adults/3 teens.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

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

Thank you for a great location and stay.

This was a nice cabin with beautiful view. We enjoyed staying as we had a class reunion locally and got to enjoy time together in this perfect location and space.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

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

Great cabin!

We stayed here with some family members as we were in the area for a wedding. The cabin was great, had many amenities. The lake was perfect-calm, clean, and the boys had fun fishing. Would definitely book again if we decide to stay on that area again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandee O.

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

Family weekend

We had such a great time. This was my 1st time renting a vacation home, i brought so much extra stuff, and the house was stocked with everything you would need! We made great memories here! And will definitely look into renting it again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful in the fall!

I came here with my three children (5, 3 and an infant) and we loved every minute of our stay. The day before we came a friend had told me that this part of the lake has experienced flooding over the last several years, so I was nervous what we would be walking into. I was pleasantly surprised! You can really tell the owners have put effort into making this a beautiful and welcoming lake home. The views of the fall trees across the lake were spectacular. Highly recommend and I would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

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English, French, German, Spanish