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Sanborn Lake Cabin Rental (480 Sq Ft + Loft)

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Exterior
2 Car Garage
View of Sanborn Lake from Patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Backus, MN
  • Place, Sanborn Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rainy Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Portage Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

loft

1 Double Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Sanborn Lake Cabin Rental (480 Sq Ft + Loft)

1 bedroom, 1 bath w/ loft; sleeps 4 on main level w/additional 3 beds (2 queen, 1 double) in loft plus futon. 155 feet of lake shore w/new dock. Cabin is located on lake next to public access. Located on Sanborn Lake in Backus, MN, 2 miles east of Hwy 371 on Hwy 87. 23 miles to Leech Lake/Walker and 40 miles north of Brainerd. 2 miles to the scenic Paul Bunyan State Trail system. Sanborn Lake is a 230 acre lake that has 2.46 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 48 feet. Sanborn Lake offers opportunities for anglers seeking a variety of species. The lake has historically been known for its bass and panfish along with good numbers of Northern Pike. The clarity of the lake is anywhere from 15 to 25 feet during the entire season.
Note: No single renters under the age of 25. This is a family cabin rental.
No Pets Allowed. No Exceptions.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
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

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Backus

Located in Backus, this cabin is on a lake. While the natural beauty of Deep Portage Conservation Reserve and Mule Lake Wildlife Management Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Black Bear Golf Complex. With kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Backus, MN

What's nearby

  • Sanborn Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rainy Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fawn Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Big Portage Lake - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Lindsey Lake - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Corner Store, Restaurant & Gun Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Harriet Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Willard's Saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Salty Dog Saloon & Eatery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Backus American Legion - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sanborn Lake Cabin Rental (480 Sq Ft + Loft) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sanborn Lake Cabin Rental (480 Sq Ft + Loft)?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sanborn Lake Cabin Rental (480 Sq Ft + Loft)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sanborn Lake Cabin Rental (480 Sq Ft + Loft) located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Sanborn Lake, Rainy Lake and Fawn Lake. Deep Portage Conservation Reserve and Big Portage Lake are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is great! Handy grocery stores close. Nice cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Rita K.

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

Great Lake Location!

Loved everything about our stay, especially the location! Lake Sanborn is beautiful and so peaceful. Fishing was great too! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Cabin on Sanborn

Had a great time. Kathy was very responsive to requests made! Nice little cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ruben g.

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

Sanborn Lake

Pete and Kathy are wonderful people and their cabin is well equipped very charming.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

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

Had a great time

My husband, our 3 kids and myself stayed over the 4th of July and had a great time! The lake is very nice, the other people around seem very kind and the owners were very nice and helpful with suggestions of events in the area. The spiral staircase was a little scary with our youngest, but other than that the place was perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan V.

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

Peaceful and private

Loved this place. And want to stay again next year. Better deal than a resort and have privacy of your own dock. Huge yard. Amenities were perfect. And getting a hold of the owner was easy and simple. Owner replied right away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bao X.

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

Great cabin

Great cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathey F.

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

Nice gem in the woods

This property is nestled in the woods with a great view of Sanborn Lake. The house is well decorated with up north decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel I.

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

Quiet Area ,Nice Lake, and Wildlife to greet you. Great Hosts!

One evening a Doe greeted us. Seemed to be curious about what we were doing. We got as close as 20 feet away. She turned her head and stared at us awhile and slowly went on her way. Awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marian M.

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

Impressed

My family truly enjoyed their stay. Beautiful cabin, decor great and beds very comfortable. Enjoyed the lake and fishing off the dock. Kathy was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun 2021
Marian and her family were great renters. Thanks for renting from us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cora A.

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

Loved our stay! Little piece of heaven.

This cabin is amazing. Very clean, beautiful views, lake clarity is unbelievable. We could not have been any happier with our stay. Wonderful hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2021
Cora and her family were great renters. Place was immaculate when they left. No problems at all. Thanks again for renting from us. Kathy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

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

Had am amazing Memorial Day weekend!

Our stay was excellent. We enjoyed as much time on the water as possible. My son fished off the dock and caught 7 bass over the course of 3 days along with crappie and sun fish. The house was perfect for us and the kids loved sleeping in the loft. The owners we’re very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

Loved our stay...Perfect location and getaway!

I wish the best of luck to Peter and Kathy, both wonderful people and were very accompanying. This cabin is just the right fit for a small family and has everything you would need for your trip. The cabin is just a short walk to the lake, which is a very easy lake to fish if you have boat access. The location of the cabin is also just a short drive from Hwy 371 and minutes from a large grocery/hardware store. The cabin is very clean and in new condition, and has it's own water system with plenty of hot water. The price to rent this for a week was very reasonable, and I would definitely recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Dusten W.

Perfect vacation home!

Everything was updated and the house was perfect for our family of 4. The lake is a typical northern mn clear water lake, couldn't ask for better water. Very minimal bugs also. We would definitely return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen C.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Peter and Kathy Sherrard

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We have been property owners on the Lake for the last 20 years. Purchased an additional property on Lake and remodeled property for rental.

Why they chose this property

Located 40 miles north of Brainerd and 20 miles south of Leech Lake/Walker. Just 2 miles East of Hwy 371 in Backus, MN. WIthin 2 miles of the Paul Bunyan Trail System.

What makes this property unique

Small quiet lake area with good fishing and nice hard bottom swimming area. Small cozy cabin with loft. Will sleep 6 comfortably.

Languages:

English
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