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Balsam Lake Cabin and Pickleball Retreat

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Back yard, patio, fire pit & deck
Large yard with plenty of room to play games & enjoy the outdoors
Dining
Front entry & dining or game table
Main level living room with open floor plan to kitchen, dining & entry.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Balsam Lake, WI
  • Place, Apple River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Loveless Lake
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bunk Beds

1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Balsam Lake Cabin and Pickleball Retreat

Looking for a great cabin that has been fully renovated near a premier lake to spend time with your family and friends? Only 1 hour from Mpls/St. Paul (Cities)
This property is NOT right on the lake, but has full lake and dock access to store your boat or fish or swim off the dock. It has a very large yard with bonfire pit for many family activities. It is just a short 200 foot walk from the patio to the lake. We do have a golf cart available upon request to use going to & from the house to the lake.
We also have a brand new outdoor pickleball court set up for your group to enjoy during your stay. There is also a large indoor two court pickleball available to our guests. Just another short walk to this building.

Large open Kitchen and Living Room upstairs to cook and relax at the lake
3 bedrooms all with queen size beds
2 bathrooms
Bunk Beds that have a single over a full
Foose ball table and lounge chairs in the basement.
Nice four season porch for escaping the bugs. Nice place to set up your camping chairs
Sleeps 9 comfortable.
Nice walkout basement with a patio
Lots of great summer and winter activities in the area.
Fishing, Boating, Golfing, Wineries, hiking, shopping, mini golf, casino, bars and restaurants on the lake
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 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
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: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Balsam Lake

Balsam Lake is home to this cabin. Polk County Forest and Joel Marsh Wildlife Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fawn Doe Rosa Wildlife Educational Park and Polk County Fairgrounds.
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Balsam Lake, WI

What's nearby

  • Apple River - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Long Lake - 14 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Loveless Lake - 15 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Little Bass Lake - 16 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Interstate State Park- Wisconsin - 23 min drive - 25.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Balsam Lake Brewery & Market - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Balsam Lake Lodge & Supper Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Eagle Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blacksmith Shop Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪BrowTine - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Balsam Lake Cabin and Pickleball Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Balsam Lake Cabin and Pickleball Retreat?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balsam Lake Cabin and Pickleball Retreat on May 18, 2026 start from $352, 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 Balsam Lake Cabin and Pickleball Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balsam Lake Cabin and Pickleball Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Balsam Lake Cabin and Pickleball Retreat located?

Set in Balsam Lake, this family-friendly cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Apple River, Long Lake, and Loveless Lake. Little Bass Lake and Polk County Forest are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 31 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home! Loved the pickleball, pontoon, great lake views, well-stocked, very comfortable. Hosts were super helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelly f.

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

Great home

Enjoyed the home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Perfect place

Nice sized yard and house to spread out a bit. Great place to relax and enjoy the lake with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori K.

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

Nice spot

We enjoyed the stay very much. Would recommend to everyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Ski trip

Beautiful house, lots of room, sleeping areas were great!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Family Christmas

This property was a great place for 3 generations at Christmas time. Spacious and comfortable and great communication.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

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

Wonderful spot!

This was a great property. Beautiful yard with bonfire pit. Everything we needed was there. Beds were comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

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

The house felt new. The dock area was great along with the huge yard.

Even though it’s not on the lake directly l would still highly recommend it with the access to the lake that we were given.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

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

Couples weekend

Awesome time. Would have been nice to have WiFi for TV but everything else was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

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

Fantastic Birthday Weekend

We booked this cabin for a birthday getaway with some friends. The home absolute met our expectations, was conveniently located to anything we needed and made for a phenomenal weekend away. We would absolutely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MatthewJena M.

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

Perfect place for family

This place is the perfect vacation home for a family getaway. It's in a quiet neighborhood with a huge yard! Close to the lake, a fire pit with a cute little s'mores set up, and beds for everyone! It was my husband, our two boys, my in laws, and my sister in-law, her husband and myself and it was wonderful even though our stay was short. Thank you again for all the memories that were created when we stayed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim F.

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

Summer time on the lake

Great Experience! The owners answered all questions we had and met us on arrival. They gave us tips and information about the lake, restaurants, and shopping .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

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

Family week

Second year renting. Great spot, super clean. Owners are very easy to work with. Will rent again 100%
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

May Seng C.

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

Short weekend with friends

The property is small, yet spacious and open! We didn't even make it downstairs to play games! Loved the layout of the house! Just a minor delay with the last bit of information, but it worked out at the end. We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Beautiful cabin!

Beautiful updated cabin! Even though it’s not right on the lake it was a great week on Balsam. The golf cart was perfect for hauling coolers and bags down to the boat. We had the pleasure of meeting one of the owners on our way in, she was so helpful and gracious giving us some specifics and tips on the place. Thanks for a wonderful week. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

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

Wonderful cabin with lots of activities, great for families

My wife, daughter and I had a great long weekend at this cabin. It was very clean, is in a quiet neighborhood, and has a lot of great outdoor space. There is a golf cart available that is great for driving around the property and to the lake just across the street. There was a small motor boat for fishing and a pontoon available for rent, which was great for exploring Lake Balsam. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Tim P.

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

Family stay at Balsam 2023

Nice updates to property. Enjoyed the large yard . wi fi should be provided since slow local connections with phone Providers make downloads or use of hotspot impossible much less the hdtv Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric Y.

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

Great place to enjoy with friends!

Wife and I wanted a weekend away with friends and this place was perfect. The inside has a nice open plan to hang out and entertain. We were able to rent a pontoon for the day which allowed us to explore the lake and enjoy all of Lake Balsam. We only had 4 people and 2 dogs staying at the property, but it can easily accommodate 8 people and the perfect spot for a mini-getaway with friends. Jason (property manager) and Jeremy (owner) were available if we needed anything and very friendly guys.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason & Jodi R.

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

Very nice long weekend

Thank you to the host for a wonderful weekend in your rental! We had a great time and loved being able to rent the pontoon located right at the dock. Use of the golf cart to haul our stuff from the rental across the street and through a yard to the dock was definitely handy! The little extras with so much supplied was wonderful (trash bags, dishwasher detergent, shampoo, etc). Wonderful memories made!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

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

Balsam Lake Home

My family and I stayed at the house for a long weekend. We enjoyed our stay and had everything we needed. The host was very quick at replying to my questions, the house was clean, and the kitchen was stocked with what we wanted. We had a fire one day, the supplies for smores were furnished along with the fire wood. We had an awesome time, beautiful fall weather and perfect house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kayann B.

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

Quaint spacious home to relax

We stay in several VRBO homes each year for long weekend getaways in MN and WI, and this place met our expectations: clean, spacious, good location, yard space, comfortable beds, and good kitchen amenities. Family of 5 all enjoyed ourselves. Note: This is an older home that’s been remodeled (except upstairs bathroom), but if you’re expecting brand new, higher-end you probably would be more comfortable somewhere else. If not, I highly recommend and would consider staying here again for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Beautiful Balsam Lake Cabin

This cabin is a lovely getaway near the Twin Cities. The cabin has been remodeled with modern updates, is comfortable, dog and kid friendly (though our kids are all adults now) and a short walk to the dock. The water is great for boating and swimming. We rented the pontoon for a day, and it was waiting for us at the dock in the morning. The cabin has everything you need. Owner was quick to respond and checked in with us via text. We would rent it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla B.

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

Amazing getaway

Our family enjoyed a wonderful weekend at this beautiful cabin! The weather didn’t cooperate with us to be able to enjoy the outdoors much, but that didn’t stop us from having a fabulous time. Our family all loved just sitting together, playing games and being together all in one space. This cabin has just about anything you could need. The golf cart was an added bonus for hauling all our gear down to the lake! We would definitely recommend staying here and plan on coming back! Thanks for the wonderful stay Jeremy and Amy!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

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

Beautiful property

This is a beautiful house! It was clean and the communication with the host was prompt. Lots of bees had built nests around all entrances and they had someone out within an hour to take care of it. There is a fire pit and they had a basket full of s'mores stuff which was a cute touch. I wish there had been a Bluetooth speaker so we had some music, but that was the only thing lacking! I would definitely recommend this rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at this VRBO property was well-aligned with our expectations! The listing was accurately represented, and the host maintained clear, timely communication throughout the booking and check-in process. The property was clean, functional, and thoughtfully stocked with essentials.Highlights of our stay:• Location: situated near Balsam Village, quiet community, made for a restful getaway.• Comfort: Beds were comfortable, linens fresh, and climate control worked reliably.• 🧼 Cleanliness: The property was spotless on arrival, with no overlooked areas.• Amenities: Wi-Fi coverage was excellent, kitchen appliances were in good working order, the indoor & outdoor pickle ball courts were a bonus. Both courts are amazing - these are better than any public courts out there - hands down!! Access to a golf cart was great as well, for the short drive across the road to the lake. We We were able to easily slip our boat & jetski which was super convenient. We enjoyed the fire pit and host provided s’mores. • Host Communication: Very Responsive, professional, and proactive. If you’re looking for an experience that leaves you longing to come back time and time again - that’s what you’ll experience at this VRBO! The hosts are highly focused on the guest experience, they want to ensure guests have the most enjoyable/ memorable getaway possible!
On the Lake!
Early morning view down by of the lake!
Huge yard for the dogs!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

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