The Cabin at Lake Francis

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A house with a covered porch, outdoor seating, and a hammock.
A single-story house with a front porch, a star decoration, and a welcome sign.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a granite countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden accent wall, a fireplace, and a floor lamp.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and large windows with curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Elysian, MN
  • Place, Lake Francis
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Tustin
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Elysian
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Nut House Bedroom One

1 Queen Bed

Nut House Bedroom Three

1 Queen Bed

Nut House Bedroom Two

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Nut House Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

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About the neighborhood

Elysian

Located in Elysian, this cabin is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Murphy Wildlife Management Area and Sakatah Lake State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Indian Island Winery. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Elysian, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Francis - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Tustin - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lake Elysian - 5 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Minnesota State University - 25 min drive - 38.1 km
  • Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center - 29 min drive - 39.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Classic's Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Beaver - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Corner Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tucker's Tavern - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Fisher's Corner Bar - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cabin at Lake Francis 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 The Cabin at Lake Francis?

As of Nov 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cabin at Lake Francis on Nov 13, 2026 start from $299, 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 The Cabin at Lake Francis?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cabin at Lake Francis?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cabin at Lake Francis located?

Nestled on the beach, this Elysian cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Francis and Lake Tustin. Lake Elysian and Lily Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little get away place. We loved the community and the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place in a great location! Very clean and well maintained. Thoughtfully appointed for guests with charging outlets, beach towels, comfy indoor and outdoor seating, etc. Excellent communication with host.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very nice with a great water view from both the house and the large multi-tiered patio. The entire house appears to have been redone and updated fairly recently.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 no notes. The cabin is cozy and comfortable with a nice location on the lake.It was clean and supplied with good brands. No low end store brands.The host was very prompt in answering questions.We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Weekend Stay

Well supplied cabin on the lake. Had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There isn’t another spot in the area where you can sit right by the lake and relax. Comfortable house. Clean. Well appointed. Small but has everything you need. Pete was great to deal with and the neighbors were very nice. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My dream getaway..on the lake!

Just what we wanted for our vacation. A patio right on the lake, bonfire pit, comfortable chairs, very nice dock to walk on and nicely decorated house..very comfortable!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular!highly recommended!

Comfortable accommodations! Plenty of beautiful patio spaces to lounge and have a fire too. Loved the lake from the house. fully equipped kitchen. The host was really helpful and quick to response to our questions. Quiet and peaceful stay We would go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding Weekend

We stayed at "The Nut House" after our daughter's wedding at Ahavah. The house was super clean, beds comfortable, great outdoors area; where we were able to catch many fish right off the dock. We will book again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Two or three times a year we rent homes both in MN and WI. Your property is by far more up to dat with new appliances, living room furniture, fireplace, etc. Even a garbage disposal!Very clean, each room individually decorated and comfortable. No doubt excellent accommodations and a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Nice lake access

Paved patio and fire ring area nice with great trees for shade. Access to lake good with nice docks. Owners could be more flexible with fewer rules. Focus on guests enjoying time with family at lake instead of what makes things better for owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 14, 2024
Thank you for your positive comments. Our house rules are provided, and agreed to, at the time of registration and are designed with the comfort, safety and well being of our guests and neighbors in mind. While we try to be flexible, there are times where doing so would compromise those goals. We are sorry if that negatively impacted your experience. Thanks again for your comments and have a great summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun wedding getaway

We stayed close to the venue our friend was getting married at. 3 minute drive to be exact. The rest of the wedding party was a half hour away in a hotel, and they were jealous of our accomodations. Sitting out by the lake was just so beautiful. It fit us perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded Expectations!

This was our first experience with an online booking and we were beyond pleased. The accommodations were first class, the neighbors were friendly and the weather was perfect! Looking out over the lake in the morning with a cup of coffee in hand or watching the sunset in the evening while contemplating the laughter and joy of the day was everything we had hoped for. A perfect way to reset!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Break from the heat

We enjoyed all the things that cabin life provides. Sitting on the deck with the shade and lake breeze to the grandkids swimming in the shallow waters. Tried fishing from the boat but found more sucess from dock. Late night fires and just relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacay at the lake

Great view of lake. Great back deck area. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Above and Bond

Definitely want to book for next year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin on a great lake

We had such a great week at the lake. Everything was perfect. I loved the breeze off the lake, listening to the lap of the waves and following the moon glow across the water. It was lovely. Thanks.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Stay on Lake

Great place to stay if you are looking for peace and quiet. Also good fishing off the dock—little kids would love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

We had the absolute most fabulous time at your lake house! It was exactly what we were hoping for! Inside was cozy for 6 adults and a dog and the outside shaded deck levels provided for a lot of fun and relaxation! We kayaked, swam, floated, and fished! We loved this place! Thanks for having everything we needed! We hope to be back again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a small get together!

Relaxing weekend on the lake with family! Great amenities and view of the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend on the Lake

This house was perfect for our Bachelorette weekend getaway. Right on the water and the lake was very clean and great for kayaking. We all had an amazing time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean & tidy getaway

My 2 friends and I enjoyed our "guys' time" in this neat little cabin. Everything was clean and as described/depicted in the listing. Cozy, too – great for hanging out and watching the Masters on TV. Host was on top of pre-trip communication. We'd stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Peaceful Retreat

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Nut House. It was spacious enough for us to enjoy the living room and fireplace, the high-top table for games, and the outdoor space for grilling and making s'mores. We appreciated all of the amenities and found it to be a peaceful retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake francis cabin

Everything was very clean. Beautiful location overlooking the lake. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean, comfy lakeside home

We were impressed how clean and well-appointed the cabin was! Literally everything we needed (even a funnel!) was in the home. The beds were so comfy and the fire was already built for us! We highly recommend this lakeside home and the gorgeous view is a bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
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