Welcome to your spacious, rustic retreat on the prestigious Lake Osakis—open year-round and perfect for spring, summer, fall, or winter adventures!
If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this is the ideal place to unplug, relax, and enjoy Minnesota’s natural beauty.
Endless Activities – Every Season
Whether your plans include boating, swimming off the dock, hiking, ice fishing, snowmobiling, or simply unwinding with a lakeside view, the Elan Cabin is ready for you. Lake Osakis is known for excellent fishing, calm waters, and gorgeous sunsets—all right outside your door.
🛏 Sleeps 6–8 Comfortably
Perfect for families or groups, the cabin includes:
2 full-size beds
1 pull-out couch
Bunk beds ideal for kids or smaller guests
Loft space that can sleep additional guests with sleeping bags
Newly Remodeled & Fully Updated
Freshly renovated, the cabin looks, feels, and smells brand new. Enjoy:
High-speed WiFi
Washer & dryer
All new appliances
Comfortable furnishings and updated interiors
Everything you need for a comfortable extended stay is already here.
50 Feet From the Water
Step outside and you’re just 50 feet from Lake Osakis with 66 feet of shoreline to enjoy. Swim, fish, sunbathe on the dock, or relax with a lakeside coffee in the morning.
Bring your boat or fish house—the resort’s launch access is right at the head of the lake. Boat rentals are also available if you prefer to pack light.
We’d love to host you at the Elan Cabin for your next getaway. Book your stay today and experience the magic of Lake Osakis!
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Open for discussion
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Osakis
Located in Osakis, this cabin is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Roger M. Holmes Wildlife Management Area and Big Spruce Wildlife Management Area, while Christie House Museum and Todd County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Erickson's Petting Zoo and Todd County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Authentic Northern Minnesota Cabin • Cozy, Private & Perfect Getaway?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Authentic Northern Minnesota Cabin • Cozy, Private & Perfect Getaway on 21 Jul 2026 start from £280, 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 Authentic Northern Minnesota Cabin • Cozy, Private & Perfect Getaway?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Authentic Northern Minnesota Cabin • Cozy, Private & Perfect Getaway?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Authentic Northern Minnesota Cabin • Cozy, Private & Perfect Getaway?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Authentic Northern Minnesota Cabin • Cozy, Private & Perfect Getaway located?
Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 12 miles (20 km) of Charlotte Lake, Lions Charlotte Park and Roger M. Holmes Wildlife Management Area. Christie House Museum and Long Prairie Country Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Easy check-in & out. Cabin was clean, well appointed with supplies and had wonderful places to hang out….interior areas, screen porch, deck, dock, back patio, and lawn area. Worked really well for our family gathering.
Brian C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2022
Brian and his family we great!
Very nice guests and I would rent to them again.
We had the best time! The cabin was great, the screened in porch was so nice to have on the couple of days it rained! Fishing was excellent! Host was available for any questions. Would definitely stay again!
This home on Osakis was just right for our weekend away. The dock was perfect and the location was just right! The home is much bigger in person than it seems in the listing! Will be back!
We had a fabulous time at Osakis! The cabin and location were perfect for us. The cabin was spacious and had everything we needed. The Lake view was nice. Beautiful sunsets! Thanks, Lance!
Teri L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2021
Teri,
Thanks so much for staying with us!!
We appreciate you and glad you had a nice time!
Lance
We had a great time. The cabin was cute but the lakeshore/dock/swimming area were less than ideal.
Josie P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Thanks for the comments on the cabin it is super special to us! We spend money monthly to keep the lake weed free for swimming and the base of the shore is sand but, I under the depth of the lake is low due to lake of rain which makes it shallow. Please come again! :)
What an awesome cabin on lake Osakis! We had a group of 6 friends and had a great time. The cabin is clean and has plenty of room for everyone. Kids will LOVE staying here, there is a fun loft and they can fish right off the dock. There’s room to tie up your boat on the dock as well. The owner was very responsive and helpful with my questions. I highly recommend!
Nice family vacation cabin! The pictures do not do it justice! We had an absolute blast here, we loved the three season porch, spent all our time not outside in there. Loved the game room stocked with numerous games and there are multiple places for you to hang out in this cabin. Owner was very accommodating and communicated with us regularly. We will definitely stay again.
Stacie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2022
The guests we fabulous to have stay at the Elan Cabin. They kept the cabin clean and well cared for when they stay with us. I would rent to them anytime. :)
We loved so many aspects of this cabin. The many gathering spaces made it enjoyable for our family. Large refrigerator and lots of cookware/dishes. The mattress in our bed was a little uncomfortable, plus the cushions in the screened porch were flat. Otherwise, a great place to stay!
This cabin is wonderfully located just feet from the lake and a perfect location for fishing at the head of the lake!! We enjoyed one full day of just playing all the games in the cabin. We appreciated cooking with all the pots and pans and other kitchen utensils provided. The best part was the wood burning fireplace. We will be back for our annual tradition of fishing on Lake osakis for New Year’s!
I haven’t done many VRBO rentals so I’m always a bit nervous about the whole process. Lance did a great job communicating with me and this cabin was everything plus some of what we were looking for! Super cute and plenty of space for all of the kids. The only thing that was disappointing was the fish were being stubborn and wouldn’t bite our hooks!
Loved this property! The cabin layout and its location on the lake was absolutely perfect for our family for boating, walleye fishing and just enjoying the beautiful sunsets. Hours of fun catching sunnies from the dock. The large loft was a hit with our grandsons. Beds in every room, including the queen sofa sleeper were very comfortable. Everyone enjoyed the game room, screened-in porch with tabletop firepit and family room. Would highly recommend---you won't be disappointed. Thank you, Lance!
Dave & Denise
Denise M.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2021
We are so pleased that you loved the Elan Cabin!! :)
It is a peace of Heaven on earth and we love to share that with our guests.
Please come back again year after year!
Lance
We spent a week in August 2022 with our kids, their spouses, pets and our granddaughter at the Cabin on Lake Osakis (6 adults, 1 child and 2 dogs). We had a great time!
The cabin and property were as advertised and the floor plan worked excellent for sleeping, cooking, eating, relaxing, reading, pets, walks and access to Osakis and Alexandria.
5 Stars for the cabin.
We were really disappointed in Lake Osakis
2 Stars for the lake as it really didn't have a great beach (one at Head of the Lake Resort and one in Osakis) and the lake is very weedy and has poor clarity.
On top of this we were made aware that the owner had troubles with (1) their boat lift and (2) their pontoon boat the day ahead of when we were to arrive. We were told via email that neither of these would be available for us for our week. The owner told us we could rent a pontoon from the nearby resort. We were able to rent a pontoon for one of the weekdays from the Head of the Lake Resort (very nice folks) but the timing of this news was too close to the weekend already and thus boats weren't available.
The kayak at the property is very nice. (FYI..no life jackets).
Also, the lake is very weedy and dirty...a better fishing lake than a swimming lake for sure. This is not a show stopper but we were hoping to swim in front of the cabin or on a nice beach but we cannot recommend this lake for anyone desiring to swim alot and do water sports except for in the middle of the lake.
I will say that Lance responds quickly to questions and the renters needs. In our case the news wasn't good news (boat issues) and I am not sure anyone would have received this information positively. Stuff happens...
The property was great. Perfect for families or a group of friends. So many hang out areas and very nicely remodeled.
still felt like a cabin, with updates.
Very nice place! The house is beautiful and very clean Kitchen is well supplied with everything you need. Nice size bedrooms with good sized closets for your clothing. The screened in porch with gas fire pit was a huge hit for our family, it was a nice place to just relax. The view of the lake was just beautiful and the neighbors were very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be going back!
Andrea k.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2021
Thank you so much You're so happy that you stayed with us at the Elan Cabin.
Look forward to seeing you next year!
We found this to be a very nice place to stay. The kitchen was well stocked with appliances and everything else needed to run a kitchen. The new deck is awesome, so handy. Everything was great, no complaints.
Marianne C.
About the host
Hosted by Lance P Moretto
Why they chose this property
This property was built in the 1950's and was added onto in the 1980's. It is very spacious with a full kitchen, 2 bathrooms, great room, four season porch, screen porch and soon to come, a new large deck over looking the lake, a new patio in the back for grilling and sitting plus all new landscaping. It is a little peace of heaven on earth.
What makes this property unique
Close to the main lodge called head of the Lakes, if you want to take your family there for pizza or to play games. Close to long prairie MN where you can get all your essential items like groceries or misc things you may need also, we are 15 minutes to ale