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Effie Oasis: Enjoy a peaceful 2-bedroom home on 40 acres.

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A single-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by a grassy yard and trees.
A grassy yard with a gravel path, a swing set, and a covered structure.
A single-story house with a covered porch, a small attached garage, and a well-maintained lawn.
A park with a playground area, including a swing set and a climbing structure.
A bedroom with a wooden paneled wall, a bed with a patterned blanket, a desk, a dresser, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Effie, MN
  • Place, Scenic State Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Marcell Family Center
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, McCarthy Beach State Park
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Effie Oasis: Enjoy a peaceful 2-bedroom home on 40 acres.

Welcome to our freshly remodeled cabin nestled into 40 beautiful acres of Aspen, Balsam, and Spruce forest. Unplug from technology and enjoy wandering our 2 miles of trails, curl up with a book on the oversized furniture, or play a game with the family at the kitchen table. Cap off the evening with a bonfire and some steaks on the grill! Remodeled in 2021!

Other things to note:
- Large driveway, plenty of room to park an RV, Boat, ATV UTV or Snowmobile Trailer.
- State snowmobile trails are only a couple miles away.
-Well behaved dogs are welcome in home, but not on furniture or beds. There is a $50 pet fee. Please be sure to include the pet in your booking.
-Enjoy access to entire home and trails throughout the property, except for a handful of cupboards we have locked. (Garage not available.)
-Weber charcoal grill available. Please bring your own charcoal and lighter fluid.
-The home is not air conditioned, however it stays relatively cool, and there are ceiling fans throughout the home.
- There is no wifi service at the property.
-Screen porch to slip away from the bugs when they come out.
-Large private yard for a game of catch!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Not on furniture or beds. There is a $50 pet fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2916922vb
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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
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 and a first aid kit
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

Effie

Located in Effie, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Scenic State Park and Horseshoe Lake.
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Effie, MN

What's nearby

  • Scenic State Park - 30 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center - 36 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Marcell Family Center - 37 min drive - 49.9 km
  • McCarthy Beach State Park - 51 min drive - 73.7 km
  • Bowstring Lake - 52 min drive - 75.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Effie Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tavern On The Edge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Neighborhood Tavern - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Effie Oasis: Enjoy a peaceful 2-bedroom home on 40 acres. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Effie Oasis: Enjoy a peaceful 2-bedroom home on 40 acres.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Effie Oasis: Enjoy a peaceful 2-bedroom home on 40 acres.?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Effie Oasis: Enjoy a peaceful 2-bedroom home on 40 acres.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Effie Oasis: Enjoy a peaceful 2-bedroom home on 40 acres. located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly holiday home is within 20 mi (32 km) of Scenic State Park, Horseshoe Lake and Mike Lake. Maple Lake and Burns Lake are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is very clean and is a great place to disconnect from technology and spend more time with your travel guests or a good book
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

Nice place, had everything you could imagine you might need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Spotlessly clean, everything worked
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cozy north woods cabin ideal for our annual grouse hunting trip. Had everything we needed plus more.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house and property

Very beautiful home and property that provides a true get away from it all. The property manager was great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Only a couple minor issues. The front door was hard to close and lock. Also more fans would be helpful for better airflow in the heat. Other than that it was a great stay. Look forward to possible future stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Effie

Had a great time at this property. It was quiet and peaceful love the screened in porch.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Effie Stay

The property was very cute and comfortable! The kids enjoyed having the swings and the screened in porch was great for sitting with a book and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rest and Relaxation

The Effie Oasis is an incredible retreat space. The house was clean and stocked and the land, filled with named walking trails, gave space to explore and be in nature!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Spot!

Great location only about 15 minutes from Big Fork. Pretty buggy but what else do you expect being up north and luckily they have a screened in patio to still be able to enjoy the outdoors. They have everything you need and all of the furniture is super comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2024
Thanks for the review Samantha! We also LOVE the screened in patio! To help combat the bugs I recently treated the yard and noticed a significant difference.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy Country Cabin

It was great to spend some time with friends at Bob’s cabin. The trails are beautiful, the property is well kept, and the cabin is cute and well equipped! Lawn games, fire pit, perfectly clean,comfortable beds, etc. It’s a great place, and Bob is a terrific host.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

House in the Woods

Nice private modern house with a wooded setting. Saw several deer, grouse and rabbits. Grouse were drumming. We enjoyed our 5 day stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice property

The owners were in communication and the instructions were very clear for the property. Beautiful walking paths through the woods with bunny and deer sightings along the way. Very peaceful and nice to unplug while there. The decor is very cozy and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Awesome place to get away

Beautiful property and beautiful home. Everything inside was very nice-furniture, appliances, kitchen utensils, dishware, bedding and towels. I really appreciated the hiking guide with the map-nice touch. And we loved the fire pit as well. I thought it was odd that Jehovah’s Witnesses showed up on the doorstep our first morning there since we were a few miles outside of Effie, and even further away from where I saw their church in Big Fork. Other than that weird encounter, my friend and I were extremely satisfied with the accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Bob & Kali Barlau

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We're a husband and wife duo with a growing family of our own, and a heart for people to get away and create some memories here in northern MN! We hope you feel the peace and beauty that we do while you're here :)

Why they chose this property

Our favorite parts about this property are:
-40 acres of beautiful trails that look gorgeous any time of year
-Open concept floorplan, great for spending time together as a group!
-Deep tub for relaxing bubble baths
-No internet! Yes, really. When we spend time here, we look forward to unplugging and being present with each other and the space we're in. (Service for your phone may come in and out, we usually can send and receive texts if patient. The Effie Cafe is 5 minutes away and has service you can tap into.)

What makes this property unique

Our favorite parts about this property are:
-40 acres of beautiful trails that look gorgeous any time of year
-Open concept floorplan, great for spending time together as a group!
-Deep tub for relaxing bubble baths
-No internet! Yes, really. When we spend time here, we look forward to unplugging and being present with each other and the space we're in. (Service for your phone may come in and out, we usually can send and receive texts if patient. The Effie Cafe is 5 minutes away and has service you can tap into.)

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