Cuyuna Gnome Home - Walk to Crosby’s Serpent Lake!
Head to the Land of 10,000 Lakes for a stay at this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath vacation rental in Crosby, perfect for mountain bike enthusiasts or fans of any watersport! Explore the expansive biking trails in the area, with access less than a mile from home, or pick one of the lakes within the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area for aquatic adventures. Meanwhile, you'll find everything you need to unwind at 'Cuyuna Gnome Home,' including a wood-burning fire pit and a cozy cottage-style interior.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Gas Grill (Propane Provided)
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin Bunk Bed, Full Bunk Bed
ON THE WATER: Serpent Lake - Crosby Memorial Park (0.4 miles), Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area (2 miles), Portsmouth Mine Public Water Access (2 miles) MOUNTAIN BIKING: Cuyuna Lakes Mtn Bike Trails (0.8 miles), Cuyuna Mountain Bike Park (4 miles), Cruser's Kettle Mountain Bike Trail Head (5 miles) FAMILY ATTRACTIONS: Cuyuna Rolling Hills (5 miles), Paul Bunyan Land Amusement Park (16 miles), Brainerd International Raceway (22 miles) AIRPORTS: Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (11 miles), St. Cloud Regional Airport (81 miles), Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (139 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $150 fee (+ fees & taxes) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This 2-story home requires 2 steps to enter. All bedrooms are located on the 2nd floor and require stairs to access - NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera above the front door facing the front sidewalk and yard. The camera is outward facing and does not look into interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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
Crosby
Crosby is home to this holiday home. Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf and The Lakes are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Crow Wing State Forest.
Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Cuyuna Lakes Trail - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Croft Mine Historical Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Gull Lake - 43 min drive - 52.4 km
Getting around
Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Dairy Queen - 6 min walk
Cuyuna Brewing Company - 14 min walk
Bridge Tavern - 8 min drive
Burritos California - 14 min walk
Woodtick Inn - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cuyuna Gnome Home - Walk to Crosby’s Serpent Lake! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cuyuna Gnome Home - Walk to Crosby’s Serpent Lake!?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cuyuna Gnome Home - Walk to Crosby’s Serpent Lake! on 12 June 2026 start from AU$206, 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.
How much is parking at Cuyuna Gnome Home - Walk to Crosby’s Serpent Lake!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cuyuna Gnome Home - Walk to Crosby’s Serpent Lake!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cuyuna Gnome Home - Walk to Crosby’s Serpent Lake!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cuyuna Gnome Home - Walk to Crosby’s Serpent Lake! located?
Situated in Crosby, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Crosby Memorial Park and Cuyuna Lakes Trail. Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area and Croft Mine Historical Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you for the review, we appreciate it! We hope to host you again in the future.
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10/10 Excellent
Laura
24 Aug 2025
Girls trip-biking!
Had a great time staying at this cute, cozy house! Had everything we needed and close to downtown and trails. Comfy beds and nice spot to hang out.
Laura
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2025
Thank you for the review! We are happy that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again in the future! We also appreciate the feedback, thanks!
From the owner: "Hi Stephen, thank you for the feedback! We aim to provide an excellent stay for all guests. If there is anything we can do to deliver a 5-star experience, please do not hesitate to reach out!"
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4/10 Poor
Brittany L.
15 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
It was clean but the bathroom is situated so weird it is hard to use and there are no extra blankets. The garage is only for cars and small suvs and this needs to be noted.
Brittany L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2026
We’re pleased to hear that you found the home clean. We appreciate your feedback, as we’re sorry the size of the bathroom and garage caught you off guard. We are looking into what happened with the extra blankets to ensure they are available for all guests, and we will also look into updating our listing to better communicate these details moving forward. Thank you for helping us improve the experience for our future guests.
Cute, cozy house with great access to downtown Crosby and Cuyuna trails. Had everything we needed for a girls weekend biking. Comfy beds, cozy family room, cute kitchen. We had a great time!
Laura D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2025
Thank you for the review! We are happy that you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again!
The location is an easy walk to Crosby and Ironton and a short ride to trails. The garage is a great amenity because you don’t need your car. The house has a good size kitchen and dining space but the bedrooms and bathrooms are tiny with no fans in the bathrooms or functioning windows.
Mark K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2025
From the owner: "We’re glad that you enjoyed your stay!"
Great stay for 2 families (4 adults amd 4 kids). Rooms and bathrooms are small but it adds to the charm of the gnome house. Dog-friendly with fenced in yard!Great spot for walking trips for donuts, coffee, candy, ice cream, shopping, and parks on top of the bike trails. Really close to everything but quiet too! Upstairs can get warm but each room has great fans in ceiling and tabletop. Having the garage for safe bike storage was a huge plus!
Alison C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you for the review Alison! We are glad that you enjoyed the “Gnome Home” and look forward to hosting you again in the future.
House worked great for our 6 guys in Cuyuna to ride the winter trails. House was clean and warm upon arrival. Check in was super smooth. House is within walking distance of downtown Crosby with food and brewery options and also within riding distance to the main trail head. Management was very responsive. Fully recommend the gnome home.
Stayed with family.. was a nice stay. House is as shown in photos. Nice area. Bathrooms are small but functional... shower curtain had no liner so shower curtain just got wet. No screens on bathroom window... was no fan so opened window a bit for ventilation. Nice fridge..kitchen well stocked with essentials. Was a pleasant stay.