Holidays 2025 in Winter Wonderland: Create wonderful moments with family

If you are looking for a true Northwood’s experience on a pristine lake Minnesota Lake, a feeling of peace and calmness but with all the modern comforts you are accustomed to, this is it.

The location:
Ten Mile Lake is located in Hackensack, Minnesota. It is the third deepest lake in Minnesota, with a maximum depth of 209 feet and a surface of approximately 5,000 acres. It is spring-fed and has high water clarity, perfect for swimming, fishing, or any of your favorite water activities. It was named for its distance, 10 miles, from the Indian Agency on Leech Lake Indian Reservation.

Hackensack is located in Cass County, Minnesota, 171 mile North of the Twin Cities. There are 127 lakes in a 10-mile radius from Hackensack; the Foothills State Forest, The Chippewa National Forest, the North Country walking Trail, and the premier Paul Bunyan Biking trail runs right through the center. And with a population of only 294 (2021), it has a very quaint and cozy feel, yet it offers great amenities to residents and visitors alike.

Spend your day on the water, or bring your bikes or rollerblades and head up to the Paul Bunyan trail for some family fun. If you’d like to explore a larger town where you can find more stores, restaurants and some spas, head out to Walker. It’s a 20 minutes drive or a 1hour and 15 minutes bike ride on the Paul Bunyan Trail.

** Please note that the $1000 Property Fee is 100% refundable. It is a security deposit that will be refunded after your check out. Keep that in mind when comparing rental costs with other rentals **

The house:
Ten Mile Lake House is a spacious half-log home located on 200 feet of private shoreline on Ten Mile Lake. The 4,590 SF home with 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests. There is a large yard on the lakeside with plenty of space for lawn games and relaxing on the edge of the water.

Inside you will find all the modern comforts of home with a twist: a cozy and laid-back cabin feel. Start your day with your hands wrapped around a warm cup of coffee or tea as you contemplate the lake splendor while sitting on the dock, the 3-season porch, or through the large windows of the living room.

Spend your day playing lawn games, water games, swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, biking, rollerblading, or just reading a book in the hammock. As the daylight slowly dims, make yourself a cocktail and prepare one of your favorite recipes in the fully equipped kitchen or better yet, put your sous-chef to work on the BBQ. Gather with family and friends around the large dining room table that comfortably seats up to 12 people, and share a delicious meal. You can also enjoy a meal al fresco on the patio. Afterwards, settle with a book and a glass of wine in the 3-season screened porch ( my favorite spot!), head to the lower level for a foosball tournament or watch a movie, or head back out and settle by the campfire to roast some S’mores and gaze at the stars.

Main Floor:
On the main floor, tucked away from the open-space kitchen / dinning / living area, you will find a master suite with a king-sized bed and full bathroom, as well as a second bedroom with a queen-size Murphy bed and a ¾ bathroom. The two bedrooms on the main floor have lake views. There is also a mud room where washer / dryer are located.

Second Floor
On the second floor you will find two additional bedrooms and a 3/4 bathroom: one bedroom with a king-sized bed and the second bedroom with two twin XL beds. The two bedrooms on the second floor have lake views. Both bedrooms have large closets to store all of your belongings.

Lower Level
On the lower level you will find the TV room quipped with a comfortable couch, a wall-mounted 75" smart TV, as well as two additional bedrooms. One has 2 sets of full-size bunk beds, which can accommodate 4 people. The other one has a Queen size bed. There is also a ¾ bathroom.

Inside Amenities:

6 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
Central AC
Wood fireplace
Fully equipped kitchen
Foosball Table
Several board games, books and magazines
Smart TV for your streaming accounts
DVD player
Washer and Dryer
All linens provided, ** except Beach Towels**

Outside Amenities:

200 feet of private shoreline
Large cedar docks with plenty of space to lounge around by the water
Outdoor Shower
Fire pit
Lawn Chairs
2 paddle boards
2 kayaks
Life jackets in various sizes
Firewood
Corn Hole game
Volleyball set
Badminton set
Ladder Ball set

** Please note that the $1000 Property Fee is 100% refundable. It is a security deposit that will be refunded after your check out. Keep that in mind when comparing rental costs with other rentals **

** After booking, you will receive a personalized rental agreement that you must review and sign to secure your reservation **

** There is a Shoremaster 4010 DVS boat lift available ( 4000 lbs max. 120 wide). It's equipped with regular boat bunks, and cannot accommodate a pontoon boat. There is no boat included in the rental. Our neighbor has a pontoon boat to rent based on availability and you can make arrangements directly with him **

** There is a minimum 7 nights stay during peak summer season ( June to after Labor Day) with a check in/ check out on Fridays **