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PARADISE NORTH: LOG HOME CABIN IN BRAINERD, MN

Lakefront cabin with water park and Hot tub

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Welcome to Paradise North!
View as you pull up to cabin.
Cabin and structure to left is a shed.
View of cabin and main entrance from driveway.
Main Entrance

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91352 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Brainerd, MN
  • Place, Long Lake Upper
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Paul Bunyan Land
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, This Old Farm
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Lofted Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Loft Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Main Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

PARADISE NORTH: LOG HOME CABIN IN BRAINERD, MN

Log Home Cabin livin'. Welcome to Paradise North! Come enjoy all the Brainerd lakes area has to offer at Paradise North.

Want a calm & quiet area to relax?
Breath in the fresh northern air while listening to loons calling and gazing at the stars above...all while in our hot tub, on our patio grilling, or roasting s'mores at our bonfire!

Looking for more action?
Head out on the Lake, go snowmobiling/4-wheeling/biking/running on the many trails, walleye fish on Mille Lacs (20 mins), or head to Brainerd (18 mins) for tons of entertainment options for everyone year round!

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INSIDE
Open the door to our log cabin and smell that fresh pine scent. This log home is filled with classic cabin decor and modern amenities to make you feel cozy and right at home. The open floor plan with a loft (with two comfy queen log beds) that over looks the main living area and kitchen space creates a great vibe. Put the kids up top while the parents take the spacious master bedroom on the main floor. Just you and your significant other? No problem, this layout works great for a couple or a family! A full bathroom is located on the main floor and also in the loft that are pridefully kept spotless, along with the rest of the unit. In the kitchen I have included all the essentials to make and/or enjoy a meal inside and outside. There is also a table next to the kitchen and on the patio for dining or computer work while using the fast wifi. Need to relax and just want to hang? Or maybe it's raining outside...No worries, grab a seat in the living room on the cushy couch next to an electric fireplace, play one of our many games, surf the internet, or stream your favorite shows on the TV that is ready for you to connect to with your favorite streaming accounts. Upstairs in the loft, there are a number of DVDs for adults and kids as well.

Oh, and I almost forgot to mention, THE MAIN FLOOR OF THE CABIN HAS A HEATED FLOOR! Sure to create a cozy vibe come winter time.

Consumables Included: During your stay there will be fresh towels, shampoo/body wash, hand soap, dish soap, dishwasher soap, paper towels, toilet paper, laundry soap and bleach, coffee, coffee filters, creamer, sugar, salt, pepper, oil, assortment of spices, trash bags, makeup remover and pads, cotton swabs.

Conveniences: air conditioning and fans, coffee maker, blender, toaster, hair dryer, hair curler, hair straightener, full length mirror, TV with DVD player in loft, assortment of DVDs that appeal to adults and kids, board games. Also, water in home is well water. BUT, all water in home passes through a water softener AND whole home water filter and is thus ready to drink!

OUTSIDE
Paradise North has a large patio with a built in grill for entertaining family and friends. Not eating? Sit on the patio picnic table while getting some work done or just simply enjoying a great book and cup of coffee. A hot tub is located just outside the back door and is wonderful for stargazing at the end of the day year round. There is also a bonfire area with plenty of seating for cozying up and roasting s'mores with your companions.

NEARBY
Less than a 5 min walk or quarter mile down the road is the only bar/restaurant on the lake. Paradise Bar & Grill is a classic northern dive bar that has great food and drinks, a pool table, darts, and pull tabs. Additionally, it has a large patio with seating in the summertime and routinely has events going on through out the year. (Check out their FB page to see what's coming up next.) This bar stays busy in the winter time as well as it is at the intersection of multiple snowmobile trails and serves as lunch spot for those passing through. This bar is fantastic when you don't feel like cooking, need a drink, or just looking for something to do during your stay.

So, want a little time away? Sick of your four walls? Come on up and experience the "Up North" vibe, the loons are calling you :)

Things to consider bringing with you
-firewood
-ziploc bags/tupperware
-yard games
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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 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
Property Registration Number 157650

About the area

Brainerd

Located in Brainerd, this cabin is near theme parks and on a lake. WonderTrek Children's Museum and Roundhouse Brewery 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 Telef Paulson Wildlife Management Area. This Old Farm and Paul Bunyan Land are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Brainerd, MN

What's nearby

  • Long Lake Upper - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Paul Bunyan Land - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
  • This Old Farm - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Lake Ossawinnamakee - 25 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 38 min drive - 39.1 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Lantern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Oak Lawn Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Shores - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Char's Bar at Paradise Shores Resort - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dennis Drummond Wine Company - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PARADISE NORTH: LOG HOME CABIN IN BRAINERD, MN pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PARADISE NORTH: LOG HOME CABIN IN BRAINERD, MN?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PARADISE NORTH: LOG HOME CABIN IN BRAINERD, MN?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PARADISE NORTH: LOG HOME CABIN IN BRAINERD, MN located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is steps from Long Lake Upper and within 9 mi (15 km) of Telef Paulson Wildlife Management Area and This Old Farm. Paul Bunyan Land and Portage Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 68 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shaya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Super cool cabin and the hot tub was perfect for a fall evening
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kim U.

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

Family weekend

We had a very enjoyable time a a cute little cabin in brainerd, perfect size for our little family. Enjoyed s’mores at the campfire every night
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

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

Beautiful Property

The propertly is located in a beautiful area. The restaurant is within a couple minutes walk away. There are dishes, utensils, pots and pans, games, towels, and anything else that you may need while staying.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

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

Girls weekend

Comfortable and fun place to stay for a much needed getaway. The hot tub was a wonderful amenity. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody H.

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

Great getaway spot!

Cute, clean, quiet and comfortable home. We enjoyed the hot tub, walking to the nearby bar/restaurant and snuggling in to watch a movie while it lightly snowed outside. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aleksander S.

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

We had a great stay here!

The cabin is beautiful, exactly as advertised. Everything was well kept and every amenity you could ever need is provided! The cabin is nicely secluded but still close enough to Brainerd that you can run to town for dinner or groceries whenever.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

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

Fun getaway

Nice and quiet lace to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Anna A.

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

Nice weekend getaway!

Super nice, tucked away little cabin. Hot tub was great to use and the rest of the place was really comfortable! Sometimes water pressure got a little iffy, but that’s just part of having a mid-size group of people using one well. Overall, very pleased with the stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mik N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Review

Very nice interior, great place to stay with friends, lots of room in the backyard for yard games.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

vicki s.

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

Beautiful cabin

Beautiful cabin! I felt at home and relaxed. Garrett was polite and helpful, responding quickly to questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

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

Great cozy cabin

We stayed here over Christmas and it was perfect. Just what we wanted. Everything was just as pictured. Clean, cozy cabin! We played games (some that were provided) and watched moves. We enjoyed the hot tub 2 of the nights. I would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista E.

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

Clean and cozy

Perfect get away to see the fall colors. Enjoyed a short car ride to Nisswa. The cabin was perfect for a friend gathering. The hot tub and grill were amazing perks. Cabin was clean, comfortable, and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

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

Clean and Cozy

My family stayed at Paradise North in March and it was the perfect getaway to relax and spend time together. The cabin had everything we needed and more. It was extremely clean and so cozy but with modern touches. The hot tub was amazing especially since it was snowing during our stay which made it even more exciting. Garrett was very responsive and accommodating to our requests and questions. We would highly recommend this cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessie H.

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

spring break 2025

Cabin is ADORABLE! Beds comfy. Hot tub and grill are great additions. this cute place has everything you could need.1min walk to fun cute bar, we had fun getting apps & playing darts. Took us an hr to get up the driveway, as we came during a mn snowstorm but we were happy to find shovels lol. if u hot tub it in eve the deer come through the back yard and its a fun show
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael W.

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

Just close enough

We enjoyed our stay at Paradise North. The cabin is a short but enjoyable drive to Brainerd. We walked down to the Paradise Resort Bar a couple times for a beer and a game of pool. The cabin is nicely setup. It had coffee, toilet paper, paper towels and fresh bath towels. We had an issue with the spa, but Garret was quick to respond and took care of the issue. I would stay here again but I do wish the cabin had direct lake access.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

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

Perfect Winter Getaway

Our family of 4 (2 adults, 2 kids - ages 7 & 4) had a winter getaway to Paradise North - and it was perfection. The house was clean, well-equipped with all staples including some key pantry items (spices, coffee & creamer, olive oil, etc), and it had so many lovely features (a heated floor throughout the main level!!). Despite massive amounts of snow - we really enjoyed the hot tub and even grilled one evening. Otherwise we hunkered down - plenty of space & games to keep us busy. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donovan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property and had a great time there
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super nice. Clean home. Hot tub was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed another relaxing weekend as a family here! We took advantage of the hot tub as the temperatures have started to drop, and I think we played cards and Battleship (available at the cabin for use) at least 20 times each :)This is our second stay at this cabin and it was just as clean, tidy, and welcoming as our first visit. We truly feel like we are home away from home when we stay here. THANK YOU!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin in a quiet area - this was a perfect spot for a quick weekend away. The cabin itself had everything you could need, and was also just down the road from a neat bar for a Saturday night. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Perfect for a weekend up north!

Some friends and I decided to get away for the weekend and stay at this wonderful cabin. Everything was as advertised and we had a great time. The restaurant/bar down the street is perfect for quick food and drinks and the space in the back is great for yard games. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent vacation at Paradise North in Brianerd! All around comfortable and smooth check in process. Enjoyed our stay and hope to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilla D.

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

Great location

Had a wonderful peaceful stay at this property. Close to bar and grill and great lake. The cabin was beautiful and very well stocked. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful scenery! We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn K.

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

Great experience

The cabin is awesome and the hot tub was great! The living room / space seemed a little bigger in photos, but still fit is comfortably! There is an air mattress and pump provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Garrett Faust

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Hello, my name is Garrett and I am the property manager for this VRBO. I enjoy hosting because it allows me to share my favorite areas with others and enables them to make their own memories in the cities I love with the people they love.

A little about me, I am from the Twin Cities and grew up spending many summer weekends up north at the cabin. My family didn't own a cabin so my visits up north were always dependent on my parents scheduling a family vacation or getting the invite from friends. I had so much fun and made so many memories at the cabin growing up that I made it a goal of mine to own a cabin of my own some day.

So, here we are many years later and this is how it manifested. Short term renting has made it sustainable to obtain a property that family, friends, and I can enjoy as well as share it with others who are looking to make similar memories to the ones I made growing up. I'm so proud of this slice of northern paradise and I am excited to share it with you. So, please, enjoy your time here and make your own cabin memories with friends and family!

Why they chose this property

Gorgeous northern setting with modern, cozy amenities.

What makes this property unique

Hot Tub, Bonfire Area, Deck with Built-In Grill as well as a Picnic Table. Fantastic for enjoying time with a significant other, family, or friends in a beautiful/relaxing area.

Also, perfectly located equidistant to Brainerd (Northwest 18 mins) and Garrison/Mille Lacs (East 20 mins)

This property is relevant year round with tons of summer, fall, winter, and spring activities to do at the property or in nearby Brainerd or Mille Lacs.

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English

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