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Slow Down & Stay Awhile | Bay Colony Lower Condo | Sleeps 8

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Slow Down & Stay Awhile | Bay Colony Lower Condo | Sleeps 8

Some vacations recharge you. Bay Colony 761 is that kind of place — a relaxed, ground-floor retreat where the lake is just a short stroll away and the only thing on your to-do list is deciding whether to hit the beach or the firepit first.

Why Guests Love It
1. Steps to Gull Lake's sandy beach
2. Great for Family Reunions and Large Groups
3. Community Amenities Including Grills, Firepit, Playground, and Firepit

The Space
Simple, comfortable, and just right. Two queen bedrooms — four queens total — each tucked behind their own private en-suite bathroom, so your group never has to share. The fully stocked kitchen is ready for everything from morning coffee to big group dinners, and the in-unit laundry means you can live out of your suitcase a little less. Ground-floor living makes coming and going with kids, coolers, and gear completely effortless.

Sleeping Setup
Bedroom 1: 2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 2: 2 Queen Beds
Total: Sleeps 8

Amenities
1. 1,000 Feet of Private Sandy Beach
2. Kayaks & Lily Pad
3. Pontoon Rentals & Boat Lift Rentals
4. Two Community Firepits & Gas Grills
5. Playground & Cornhole

The Neighborhood
You're in Nisswa, MN — one of the Brainerd Lakes Area's most beloved destinations. Explore charming boutique shops, top-rated restaurants, championship golf courses, hiking trails, and world-class fishing, all within minutes of your door.

Whether you're making new memories or continuing beloved family traditions, Bay Colony 761 is your home base on Gull Lake.
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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
*Pets are strictly prohibited in or on the premises of our properties. Service animals are always welcome; however, they cannot be left unattended.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Nisswa

Located in Nisswa, this condo is on a lake. Mississippi River and Crow Wing State Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nisswa Family Fun Center and Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Brainerd International Raceway or North Central Speedway. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Nisswa, MN

What's nearby

  • Gull Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Pines Golf Course - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Lake Edward - 16 min drive - 21.1 km
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 25 min drive - 23.7 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gas Can Bar And Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunmire’s on the Lakes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy*s - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sidetrack Bar And Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Slow Down & Stay Awhile | Bay Colony Lower Condo | Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Slow Down & Stay Awhile | Bay Colony Lower Condo | Sleeps 8?

As of Apr 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Slow Down & Stay Awhile | Bay Colony Lower Condo | Sleeps 8 on May 13, 2026 start from $280, 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 Slow Down & Stay Awhile | Bay Colony Lower Condo | Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Slow Down & Stay Awhile | Bay Colony Lower Condo | Sleeps 8?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Slow Down & Stay Awhile | Bay Colony Lower Condo | Sleeps 8 located?

Situated on a lake, this condo building is steps from Gull Lake and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Nisswa Family Fun Center. North Long Lake and The Pines Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 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 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawna M.

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

Fabulous weekend of R&R

This property was wonderful for our Mom's weekend of rest and relaxation! Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Great place!

Great place to stay. This rental is close to Brewery and grocery store for convenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great property, beautiful lake!

We enjoyed our stay and will definitely think about booking there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

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

Family Christmas

Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon V.

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

Great stay! Will be staying for again.

Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Great spot!

Beautiful property with a beautiful view!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Perfect for our family

This appt was nicely updated and perfect for our family holiday celebration. Comfy and spacious!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

Girls weekend

We had a great time. The staff was quick and responsive to a couple of small issues. A convenient location to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joanne S.

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

Better than expected

Even thought units are in close proximity, it still felt very private! Loved the grounds, view of the water & interior very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Great place to reconnect with Friends

Very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denessa K.

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

The perfect getaway

My friends and I loved staying here at Gull Lake. It was absolutely beautiful! My favorite part was watching the sunset while sitting buy the fire. And once night fell, an Arora Borealis appeared over the lake! It was absolutely stunning!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

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

Sister Get Away

Property was great. Severe weather on our full day there but we enjoyed staying in and playing games and watching t.v.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

The Wild girls

What a great place to stay! Our unit and the grounds around us were in immaculate condition. Everything written about it was true. Employees were very friendly. We hope to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

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

Memorial Day

Everything was good. The upstairs group was kind of loud though.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace C.

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

Great Location

We loved the condo and the location. Very clean and spacious. We did have an issue with our code not working on the second night which was frustrating but one employee came from their home to let us in and stayed to reset a new code and make sure it worked.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

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

Girl's Getaway

The place is amazing, and very comfortable. The weather was too cold and windy for a fire, but in October you take your chances. I would consider booking in the warmer weather in a heart beat.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracy M.

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

Always fun to be in the Gull Lake Area!

We had a great time girls weekend at Bay Colony. We were welcomed with beverages too, which was so nice! I rated this a 4 only due to some updates in the first room needed (missing blind, bathroom grout and door issues). I did report this, but it didn’t make our stay unmanageable. The people upstairs were loud (banging), but not an issue of the property owner at all. Overall, it was a great getaway on the coldest weekend of the winter (fireplace was wonderful)!! Thank you so much for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Family Reunion Vacation

It was a treat to stay at such a nice, spacious, clean, modern place with central air on the lake. The kitchen is adorable, the beds amazingly comfortable, great shower. Us kids are in our 50s and parents 80 so it was wonderful to hang out together. Loved the propane grills. The beach/grounds are well taken care of too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

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

wonderful getaway

golfed the weekend in Brainerd, and had nice fires each night by the water. Unit was clean, welcoming and as expected. Top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Leah W.

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

Great spot, nice beach

Stayed with my adult kids, enjoyed beach, great local lakeside dining. Well stocked, great staff, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Gull Lake Beach Resorts

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No pets shall be allowed in/on the premises. Detection of a pet will result in removal from the rental and a $150 cleaning fee.
Smoking is not permitted in any Property Management Company properties. If there is any tobacco smell in the cabin after your departure, you will be charged a cleaning fee. Oil lamps and incense are not permitted due to the long-lasting odor. If these policies are violated, there will be a minimum $250 charge for excessive cleaning and potentially an additional cleaning fee.
Do not put any feminine products in the toilet. Plungers are provided if a clog occurs. Please do not pour grease down the drain.
No house parties, excessive alcohol use or loud noise. Quiet hours are between 11 pm and 9am. Any complaints filed with the police will result in expedited eviction.
Tenant is to maintain the property in a safe, clean, sanitary condition.
Dispose of all rubbish and garbage as directed in the check-in instruction.
Do not render inoperable any smoke detectors; they are for your safety.
Guest must use the appropriate parking spaces provided for Property Management Company properties.

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