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Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything

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Wide Open Space w/ warm woods and beautifully refinished 100 year old floors.
Firepit with a view
Oh the views! Dinning by the lake
Interior
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 123000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Nisswa, MN
  • Place, Gull Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Ski Gull
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, The Pines Golf Course
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lower Nursery (5th bedroom)

1 Twin Bed and 1 Crib

Madden's Room

2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

The Cragun's Room

2 Queen Beds

The Grand View Lodge Room

1 King Bed

The Quarterdeck Room

1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 Downstairs

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything

Newly renovated 4+ Bedroom 3000 sq/ft lakefront cabin perched on top of the western shore of Big Gull Lake. The views from every lakeside room and deck are breathtaking. We will argue the best view on Gull Lake. It's also the perfect location to enjoy Gull Lake and all of the amenities and attractions.
-It's less than a 5 minute walk to the Quarterdeck Resort and Dock 77 Restaurant for meals and drinks anytime. Their large beach can also be used if you want a change of scenery.
-The 26,000 acre Pillsbury State Forest has miles and miles of trails to explore just down the street. Hiking, biking, horse back riding, and snowmobiling.
-Mount Ski Gull is also just a couple minutes away with skiing in the winter and Zip-Line in the summer. If you're a runner, walker or cyclist (like we are) you will be in heaven with all of the options.
-There's also world class golf just minutes away. It's rare to be within walking distance of so many amenities on Gull Lake.

Our 4+ bedroom waterfront cabin is newly renovated with wide open space both up and down stairs. 2 separate living rooms and 2 masters. Our Gull Cabin is ideal for a big family like ours or a couple families. Big kids or small kids. There are 4 big bedrooms plus a nursery/den and it sleeps 12.
-Upstairs. Grand View Room. King Bed
-Upstairs. Cragun's Room. 2 Queen Beds
-Downstairs. Quarterdeck Room. King Bed+Extra Nursery/Study w/ a Twin Bed/Pack n' Play
-Downstairs. Madden's Room. 2 Bunk Beds. XL Twins over Queen Beds
-2 Full Bathrooms. 1 full bath on each level

Huge open kitchen with lots of counter space and new appliances. Great space to prepare big family meals. Fully stocked and everything you need to prepare gourmet meals. There's seating for everybody and a pool table to pass the time if weather keeps you off the lake. There is a large new dock to swim and fish off. You can also tie your boats up with ease in our boat slip. No lift or tie downs available. The water is shallow for the first 30-40 feet with a nice hard sand bottom and then deepens nicely for watercraft and great fishing. We have deeded access to the Quarterdeck Resort's Boat Launch if you bring a boat (or rent one) and need a convenient place next to the house to launch your watercraft. It also includes access to the Quarterdeck's big beach if you want a change of scenery.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
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
52 steps to lakeshore
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please don't exceed max adults
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking!

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please remember to leave behind the garage door openers
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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: 12
Note from host: Please don't exceed max adults
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Nisswa

Located in Nisswa, this cabin is in the city center and on the beach. Crow Wing State Forest and Gull Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nisswa Family Fun Center and Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway. Traveling with kids? Consider Northland Arboretum, or check out an event or a game at Brainerd International Raceway. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Nisswa, MN

What's nearby

  • Gull Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mount Ski Gull - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Pines Golf Course - 12 min drive - 13.3 km
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 16 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 22 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunmire’s on the Lakes - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy*s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stonehouse Coffee And Brewery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sidetrack Bar And Restaurant - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything?

As of Apr 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything on Apr 24, 2026 start from $819, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Waterfront Gull Lake Cabin and Perfect Location Close to Everything located?

Located in Nisswa, this beachfront cabin is in the city center and within a 15-minute walk of Gull Lake and Mount Ski Gull. The Pines Golf Course and Pine Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

KRISTEN H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay--everything was really clean and the cabin was absolutely gorgeous. The location was also ideal for our annual girls trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin with a lake view far enough to feel secluded but close to grocery and amenities. Appreciated the wood burning fireplace in the living room (gas downstairs) and great stocked kitchen. Lots of games for the kids. Wish the stairs down to the lake were accessible in the winter but we made it work. Very comfortable accomodation available last minute in their off season!
Balcony off the living room has a great view of the lake and sunrise.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
We were very happy with our stay. The home was well equipped, and we enjoyed the lake access for swimming, kayaking, fishing, and boating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mickey N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here for a golf weekend with 8 guys. Lots of space, great amenities and close to all the courses in the area. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john b.

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

Weekend, getaway of golf and boating

We enjoyed our stay there. It is a wonderful home and very accommodating. Has everything you need. The location is excellent. we definitely would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan D.

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

Family Summer Vaca

Excellent summer vacation on Gull Lake. Had some weather, but was still a great time with our family. The cabin, dock and boat tie-up were perfect. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

State Am tournament

Excellent. It worked out great for the State Am week. Very close to the event.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Perfect getaway

The house and location were perfect for our family! Very comfortable, lots of space and we had everything we needed all weekend. I would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Ice Fishing Trip

The home was beautiful and easy to book! Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

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

Perfect stay!

Amazing and comfortable home, would it yearly. Need to get to know the lake, tough to fish. Hit cold front perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

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

Friend's Trip

Overall was a fantastic experience. The cabin was just as great as advertised. Would definitely stay there again..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Great Property

Our 2nd annual stay for our golf trip. Everything was clean and as advertised. Great option if looking in the brainerd lakes area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Nick F.

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

Gull Lake Cabin

Property is clean and had plenty of space for our large group. Good communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah G.

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

Cozy comfort

A very comfortable space for our 3 families to gather with lots of ways to have fun and relax together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Family Vacation

The Cabin on Gull Lake was great, clean with a great kitchen for our family dinners. The beds were very comfortable, at least the ones we used. The owner was very responsive and supported our vacation and questions. Was great to have a dock to tie our ski boat for overnight storage. Overall a great place for a family gathering.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan J.

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

Great spot for family vacation

House had enough space to fit 2 small families comfortably - enjoyed all the space the home offered. Views were great and location was fantastic. Stairs were a lot but not a deal breaker. Kid friendly home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stacy s.

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

Family vacation

8 of us, 3 generations for 5 days. We had plenty of room in the house and enjoyed the fire pit area a lot as it easily accommodated all of us. Kids enjoyed swimming and jumping off the dock. There is a nice bike path across the road from the house where we walked
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

2024 Summer Getaway

Loved the home and the location on the lake. We are boaters, so we were out on the lake everyday. The home is well furnished and has plenty of sleeping arrangements. The dock allowed for overnight tie up of our boat, but the stairs down to the water are real. Our family enjoyed 5 days we spent here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail F.

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

Beautiful home

Everything was wonderful minus the 60 steps to the dock and 60 steps back up !! The downstairs was a great place for all 10 of us to watch tv and the dining room table was great for games for all of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

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

Wonderful Week

Great location near Quarterdeck, great layout for our family and friends. I was thankful for the slip for the boat and the boat launch at Quarterdeck. Everything you need for cooking and grilling. No complaints. Communication with the property host was also good. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Constance R.

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

Return visit

Our family enjoyed a return visit. We used every inch of space. The accuracy of listing is detailed well. This visit we had smaller family members with us. The steps to the lake are difficult for small children, elders or if you have knee issues. As mentioned in summary of listing the Quarterdeck beach is easy walking distance and has restaurant /patio dining. If someone could share where the walleyes are....that would be helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David K.

Very nice house to spend a week on vacation

Plenty of room for our extended family of eight. Large family rooms with comfortable seating and good televisions on the main floor and in the lower level. Plenty of space to get-away if needed. Lots of varied dining locations including dinette area near kitchen, formal dining room, 2 deck tables. Very clean throughout. Nice gas grill with propane included enabled outdoor cooking. We enjoyed the nice firepit. Gull Lake is a nice sized lake to explore but not so large that we needed to travel a long distance to catch fish. I would have given 5 stars if not for: (1) 73 steps from the dock to main floor deck; (2) lawn service started mowing the grass Wednesday at 7:30 AM and then followed up with blowing leaves and seeds off the roof at 8:00 AM; (3) the two queen beds on main floor were comfortable but squeaked loudly. All in all, our family very much enjoyed the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen K.

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

3 generations reunion

The process was straight forward and simple. The property had all that was promised. However, up keep on the property was not outstanding. Closet doors were missing screws and hanging loose. Hand rail posts were missing from the staircase to the dock. Poison ivy bordered the yard so that a ball might roll into it. There was dog waste from the last renter still in the grass. This is quite a list but really overall the property met our needs and provided a great place for us to spend some time together and have fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

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

Cabin fun

We so enjoyed our stay at the Gull Lake Cabin. This cabin has everything you need! We enjoyed cooking most of our dinners during the week. The kitchen is fully stocked. We did bring a few of our favorite kitchen utensils, but that was just so we could use what we were use to. They have both a Keureg and a regular Mr coffee drip coffee maker. Gas grill. We only ate out for a few lunches, just to change things up. We took advantage of the 2nd refrigerator in the garage as well as the beverage refrigerator in the basement. That was nice as we had several meals packed in our coolers! We played many card games and other games on the game table in the basement. We loved the spectacular view of Gull lake from the deck and we ate out on the deck many times. Beds were super comfortable and accommodating for all our guests. Lots of options to stop and get a snacks on Gull Lake. Quarterdeck is just a short walk away, but there is Maddens, Craguns, Grandview Lodge as well as Ernie’s and Zorba’s restaurants. We rented a tri-toon boat from Lake Fun Rentals. Very nice, newer boats. Our adult kids could waterski, wake board and tube behind the boat! We did it all! Will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

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

Great Little Christmas Getaway

My family stayed at this cabin during the Christmas holiday. It was in a beautiful location right on Gull Lake with fantastic views. The cabin itself was spacious, clean and comfortable. We did encounter one little hiccup. The first night there, xmas eve, we discovered there was no running water, In a bit of a panic, we tried to get in touch with the property manager and the owner's by calling/texting. After several attempts and an hour plus later, we were able to get in touch with the Owners. They were apologetic and quick to direct us to the mechanical room where we were able to flip a switch and turn the water back on. Thankfully, a quick fix to a potential crisis! This particular week had plagued the state with dangerously cold temps and we were told that the water had likely been shut off so as to not freeze the pipes. The owners were very nice and very helpful, even offering up their suggestions for things to do/see in the area. Our only complaint is that we never at any time heard back from their property manager. While we didn't need his help any longer, it was a little disappointing that he never returned our messages regarding the incident. Overall the cabin, was a delight! It had all the comforts of home, was in a great location and was a fantastic place to enjoy our holiday! We would definitely stay again! Couple minor recommendations: -There was no firewood for our use. I believe it was advertised that there was wood on the premises. We ended up having to run out on xmas day to get firewood -The downstairs was very cold and seemed to not hold the same temp as the upstairs. Not sure how to regulate this, but something to consider if you plan to have large groups, including kids during the winter months
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kyle Rooney

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Our young family of 6 lives in the Twin Cities and we head up to our Gull Cabin every chance we can. We're very active and take advantage of all the actives around our cabin. From the zip-line course at Mount Ski Gull to hitting the trails for our daily jog. We like to start our day with coffee on the deck overlooking the lake. Then end the night with Ice Cream at the coffee shop and drinks at Dock 77 Restaurant less than a 5 minute walk down the road. The cabin is heaven for us and we love that we put the car in park when we arrive at our cabin and don't use it again until we leave.

Why they chose this property

We bought this Cabin because of the spectacular views and proximity to Gull Lake amenities. We love the 1.2 acre lot that provides 100 ft of lakefront privacy and convenience to restaurants, resorts, state parks, and even Mount Ski Gull where you can ski/snowboard in the winter and zip-line in the summer. We're in love with our Gull Lake Cabin and hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

Few Gull Lake Cabin Rentals have this much to offer within a short walk.
-Quarterdeck Resort (5 min walk)- Their big beach in front can be used at any time.
-Boat Rental and Private Boat Launch (5 min walk)
-Quarterdeck Beach Grill (5 min walk)
-Coffee Shop and Ice Cream (5 min walk)
-Pillsbury State Forest Hiking & Biking Trails 25,000 acres (5-10 min walk)
-Mount Ski Gull- Zip Line Course and Winter Skiing (0.7 miles)

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