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*HIGH DEMAND* Cozy Cabin on Rush Lake (Whitefish Chain). PRIVATE Boat Launch!

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A view from inside a room to a patio with a hammock, picnic table, and chairs overlooking a lake.
A cabin with a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A paved driveway leading to a cabin with a covered porch, surrounded by a forested area with a stone border and a small bush.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 5•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Crosslake, MN
  • Place, Rush Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Island Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Ox Lake
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

*HIGH DEMAND* Cozy Cabin on Rush Lake (Whitefish Chain). PRIVATE Boat Launch!

Adorable Cabin on Rush Lake / Whitefish Chain with sandy beach! This 2 bedroom cabin sits directly on Rush Lake with its own PRIVATE boat launching and 2 private docks (one with an electric boat lift) right on the property, private large paver fire pit, and sandy beach. Sleeps 5. Amenities also include: Wi-Fi, washer and dryer, A/C and heat, cable TV with DVD player, regular drip coffee maker, large leather couch in living room ( comfortable for sleeping), large screened-in porch with additional refrigerator, patio seating and gas grill (please bring your own propane), paddle boat, 2 youth kayaks and 2 adult kayaks. Enjoy great pan fishing right at your finger tips directly off the dock or launch your boat with NO waiting in line and fish anywhere on the Chain! ! Every amenity you could want...All overlooking beautiful Rush Lake on the Whitefish Chain of Lakes!

Check in time: 4:00pm
Check out time: 11:00 am

Ice fisherman welcome in winter! Bring your fish house & launch right on the same property.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
Quiet after 10:00pm for respect of neighbors
Please take shoes of before entering cabin
No smoking and No pets

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1417324vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Crosslake

Located in Crosslake, this cabin is on the beach. Crosswoods Golf Course and Golden Eagle Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Crow Wing State Forest. Kicks on Route 66 and Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Crosslake, MN

What's nearby

  • Rush Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hen Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Island Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ox Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cross Lake Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪50 Lakes Bar & Bottle Shop - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Old Milwaukee Saloon & Eatery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Norway Ridge Supper Club - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is *HIGH DEMAND* Cozy Cabin on Rush Lake (Whitefish Chain). PRIVATE Boat Launch! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at *HIGH DEMAND* Cozy Cabin on Rush Lake (Whitefish Chain). PRIVATE Boat Launch!?

As of 31 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at *HIGH DEMAND* Cozy Cabin on Rush Lake (Whitefish Chain). PRIVATE Boat Launch! on 5 Dec 2026 start from £667, 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 at *HIGH DEMAND* Cozy Cabin on Rush Lake (Whitefish Chain). PRIVATE Boat Launch!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at *HIGH DEMAND* Cozy Cabin on Rush Lake (Whitefish Chain). PRIVATE Boat Launch!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at *HIGH DEMAND* Cozy Cabin on Rush Lake (Whitefish Chain). PRIVATE Boat Launch!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is *HIGH DEMAND* Cozy Cabin on Rush Lake (Whitefish Chain). PRIVATE Boat Launch! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crosslake cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Rush Lake, Hen Lake and Island Lake. Ox Lake and Cross Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Solomon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our fourth stay at this incredible property, and somehow it just keeps getting better.The Johns are truly exceptional hosts, and it's easy to see the pride they take in both the property and their guests' experience. The home is situated on what we believe is the best spot on the Chain of Lakes, offering beautiful views, a private beach, dock, and every amenity you could hope for, including kayaks, pedal boats, yard games, and so much more.Everything is always impeccably maintained, from the home itself to the stunning landscaping and pristine beach. We especially appreciated the thoughtful upgrades that have been made since our visit last summer. It's clear the hosts continually invest in making an already amazing place even better.Our children always look forward to coloring in the guest book, and it's become one of our favorite family traditions. This property has become a special part of our summers, and we've already booked our stay for next year.If you're looking for a place to relax, make lifelong family memories, and stay somewhere that truly exceeds expectations, look no further. Thank you again to the Johns for another unforgettable Fourth of July. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location nice clean cabin
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

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

Very nice cabin

Located right on the lake. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tessa M.

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

Fun getaway

We loved our stay here! It was the perfect location and our kids loved playing in the water and beach area. Very clean and well kept lot. We had a great family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect summer getaway for our small group! They had everything that we needed to feel off the grid, but comfortably the whole time. Great communication from the host as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a great girls weekend in Cross lake! We are already planning our trip back next year. Erin was so nice and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew E.

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

Amazing Place

The place was amazing! May family and I really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis G.

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

Great Location -Very comfy

Very peaceful, relaxing comfy cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Rush Lake Get-Away

This “Get Away” is beautiful and clean. It has the perfect walk out to the beach/Lake and bonfire pit. The screened in porch is a bonus with the coolest vintage fridge. We’ve already booked for next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location. . . cozy is the correct word. . . somewhat small interior. . . shared boat launch is convenient; it would be better if there was a closer place to park the boat trailer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Family getaway

Amazing location love the whitefish chain
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Solomon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just returned from our third stay at this wonderful property, and it truly feels like a home away from home. The house is always spotless, beautifully maintained, and equipped with everything (and more) one would need for a comfortable and relaxing getaway. The host Erin is consistently thoughtful, responsive, and makes the entire experience seamless from start to finish.The location is perfect—peaceful, yet close enough to enjoy all the nearby attractions. Each year we find ourselves appreciating new little touches the hosts have added, which shows how much care they put into making guests feel welcome.After three stays, we can confidently say this property is a gem, and we look forward to returning again next year. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Dave and Nancy

Great getaway location on quiet Hen Lake. Convenient, great fishing/boating/restaurants. Hope we can stay here next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

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

Great place!

We were in the area for a family reunion, so the group had several different rentals. This one is delightful, clean, and wonderfully appointed. I highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey F.

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

Great location, cozy cabin!

We had a great stay at this cabin! The location and private boat launch with docking was a major bonus when bringing our boat and 2 year old. Cozy little cabin, well stocked and very clean. Everything we needed and the outdoor space is so relaxing! Host was very responsive. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

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

Cross lake cabin

The property was a perfect fit for the three of us.The cabin is nicely appointed, modern and clean. The grounds are are very well cared for and make the stay enjoyable. One cannot go wrong with a stay at this cabin. Owners very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

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

Great location lots of fish!

Beautiful spot in the bay of Rush lake. 7 year old caught 60 fish in two days off the dock! Good access to two separate docks. We rented pontoon from Your Boat Club and parked it on dock overnight. Owner was very accommodating and Toga the dog was a fun visitor!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Solomon G.

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

The Best Getaway

My family and I discovered this gem last year. The host, Erin, is amazing. She is an awesome communicator and goes above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need for your stay. The property itself has more amenities than one could help for and has an unbeatable view and location on the lake. We are already booking for next year and beyond. Highly recommend! Solomon, Heidi, and Family
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Solomon G.

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

Amazing Hosts, Incredible Place, Perfect Getaway

My family and I were absolutely blown away with our experience staying here. Our host, Erin, was incredible with communication and was very accommodating. The place itself could not be in a better location. It has a stunning view of the lake as well as its own private sandy beach and boat launch, including a dock and lift. The fire pit was wonderful for evening s’mores and family and friend hangouts. We had an absolute blast taking advantage of all of the kayaks, pedal boat, and other accessories. It was exactly what we were looking for (and then some). We will be back! Dr. G
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Inside the property was not comfortable/needs improvements.

The view was great! The bed desperately needs a new mattress, very uncomfortable. the living room furniture was also very uncomfortable - old. The bathtub needs a non-slick pad or other non-slick surface. I fell in the bathtub. There was no laundry detergent for the washing machine, we had to buy some. Instructions on the freg asked us to put the bedding the washing machine and start it - yet no detergent. We obliged and used our detergent. There was constant lawn care and landscaping going on all week, it was difficult to get a good afternoon nap. I would not go back to this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Terra v.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

A cozy place for a lakeside getaway- could be improved a bit!

Pros Great fire pit area next to the lake, beautiful place to have a fire! Owners supply wood, they request a donation for the wood you use (at this price, shouldn’t that come with the property?) They have a grill (con is that you need to bring your own propane to hook up... again, seems like it should be included for the price). The weeding machines create a very swimmable spot on the lake. It skims the bottom so there’s space without weeds and you can easily jump off the dock and enjoy a good amount of weed free swimming! The machine does make a constant noise, though. Very quiet road! We took a walk down the peninsula and it was very quiet and easy to walk along the side of the road. Cons No functioning knives- it’s dangerous to use knives as dull as these, mostly serrated knives. For the owner, I recommended a new knife set. For future cabin users, would recommend bringing a knife of your own if you plan to cut (even soft cheese was not easy to cut). Not functioning cutting board- there was a cutting board- it was hard to find, it was the kind that’s made of bumpy glass, and was missing a part, so it wobbles when you use it. Bring a cutting board, also I let the owner know. Couldn’t use the screen porch because of a lot of mouse poop on the cushions. Sounds from the dock’s two weed preventers detracts from the peaceful lake quiet we were hoping for No wifi- not the main reason we came, but would have been nice as phone data wasn’t strong enough to stream music. The queen bed mattress is so old and incredibly uncomfortable. It is really low in the middle and affected my sleeping and gave me back pain. I expected a better mattress. The owner offers very few water excursion options- there’s a peddle boat but it sinks if you are out there too long (holes in the bottom might be missing covers?) and two child kayaks, which don’t help us much since we’re adults. Would have been nice to have two adult kayaks to use- seems like the owners have these items on their property, would be nice to offer a way to borrow them for an hour or two or rent them to guests. That said, the bonfire was right next to the lake and it really was beautiful up there! With a few improvements, would definitely be a 5 star!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2020
Hi, thanks for the review. New knives have been ordered and the cutting boards were located on top of the refrigerator. The kayaks at the property were listed as youth kayaks in the description. The firewood we have the purchase for the cabin renters and we go through a lot so a small donation is appreciated, not required. All vrbo properties that we have personally stayed at as a family have all requested that you bring your own propane to use the grill at each property so we chose to ask the same of our renters. I had not had any issues with the paddle boat until your stay. I have since plugged the holes. The weed blower fan at the end of the dock causes the beach to continue to be sandy and enjoyable for guests. It is not very noisy in my opinion and I have received zero complaints on this besides yours. Thanks for the review and constructive criticism. I have appreciated it and used it to better the enjoyment of our future guests:-)
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura P.

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

Beautiful grounds

The grounds are beautiful! The cabin is small. Just like the pictures. If you have trouble with fragrances as I do, they do use use plug ins and fragranced laundry soap. So the cabin and bedding were overwhelming for me. I believe they might be switching to fragrance free, so check with Erin before you book. Erin was awesome to communicate with…a very gracious person. You will love the fire pit and the beach. Our family really liked the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael d.

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

Anniversary

The cabin is a cozy place on a quiet bay on the Whitefish Chain of lakes. We enjoyed our stay so much we were hoping to book an extra day but cabin was booked. Erin (host) was available and ready with any and all answers to questions we had. We celebrated our 44th wedding anniversary and had three other couples over for a day of boating and relaxing by the lake. We couldn't ask for a better place for our celebration.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

SURPRISE

A main thoroughfare from their cabin to most areas, cross-lakes downtown, ( groceries stores, shops, and restaurants, ect.) is closed off. They didn't tell me that. And the detour to get to those places is 25 minute drive ( instead of under 10 minute drive if the main road was open,) It is not what I would have chosen had I known.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Erin John

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My husband and I grew up in Crosslake and graduated from Pequot lakes High School. We were high school sweethearts! We have 3 beautiful children and 2 friendly Pups, Toga and Stormi!

Why they chose this property

This property has EVERYTHING you could want. From its private boat launching, to gorgeous views to being seconds from Crosslake....Heaven

What makes this property unique

Private boat launch pad with concrete bottom right at the cabin. Year round fishing! Private beach, dock and fire pit. We welcome anglers / and families / couple getaways. Asphalt walking path down our road and seconds from Crosslake.

Languages:

English

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