Private cabin with resort amenities; kayak, paddleboard, pontoon, great swimming

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A room with a large window overlooking a body of water and trees.
A wooden deck with a picnic table and benches overlooking a lake, surrounded by tall trees.
A room with a wooden staircase, a ceiling fan, and a door.
A house with a porch, surrounded by trees and a grassy yard.
A residential area with a grassy yard, a wooden deck, and a house with a sloped roof.

Reviews

9.8 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.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Pillager, MN
  • Place, Crow Wing State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Classic at Madden's Golf Course
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Brainerd International Raceway
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
Price is avg per night

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About this property

Private cabin with resort amenities; kayak, paddleboard, pontoon, great swimming

Come and enjoy the peace and quiet of our intimate, family friendly resort on quiet pristine Hardy Lake. Only 4 cabins. Great place for your family getaway. There is something for everyone:
Our spacious 2 bedroom 1 bath + loft, has become a guest favorite. Whether you are sitting on your deck or standing at your large window. You will have spectacular view of the lake and the native wildflowers cascading down to the majestic lily pad garden. There is also a beach side fire pit at the lake front where you can watch the stars and listen to the loons of Hardy Lake. With central air, Smart TV, and a dishwasher, this cabin gives you a luxurious open airy space to rest and recoup after a long day in the sun.
*Price includes cleaning fee; however, our expectation is that you will leave the cabin as nice or nicer than you found it. Thank you.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Please ensure any items brought into the cabin are taken with you and the cabin is left as you found it. Thank you for your cooperation and for helping to maintain the cabin's charm for future guests.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Sit back and enjoy our beautiful serene location
Please ask if you need anything or any questions I can answer for you

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3864719
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Private cabin with resort amenities; kayak, paddleboard, pontoon, great swimming pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private cabin with resort amenities; kayak, paddleboard, pontoon, great swimming?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private cabin with resort amenities; kayak, paddleboard, pontoon, great swimming?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private cabin with resort amenities; kayak, paddleboard, pontoon, great swimming?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private cabin with resort amenities; kayak, paddleboard, pontoon, great swimming located?

Located in Pillager, this beachfront resort is next to a golf course, 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Crow Wing State Park, and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Mississippi River. White Sand Lake and Lower Whipple Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Private cabin with resort amenities; kayak, paddleboard, pontoon, great swimming Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time on the lake very much. Diana was a very accommodating and personable host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a nice relaxing stay at this cabin.Two comfy queen beds downstairs. Two twin beds for the kids up in the loft.Plenty of beach activities (kayaks, pedal boats, etc) just steps from the front door.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for a relaxing, peaceful and beautiful place to spend some time, this is the place. Family friendly with plenty of things to do. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great mini vacation on the lake! We were looking for something private and quiet so we could enjoy some family time alone. That’s exactly what we got! My boys loved using the paddle boats and row boats to go fishing! The beach was great and we got to enjoy the animal life, loons, eagles, and deer coming down to the water at dusk!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property on quiet lake, clean modern cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Very clean, lovely view of the lake, but minimum kitchen and bath essentials (if traveling from a distance).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Nice people, beautiful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best place to get away!

Could not have asked for a better place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was great. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. It was nice to have a cup of coffee and and sit out on the deck and read.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and lake. It was so peaceful and Diana was amazing. Kids had the best time fishing, swimming, boating and sitting by the fire. Cannot wait to go back sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was clean & very comfortably. The lake is clean & very beautiful. My family joined me for a day if fun in the sun. Kayaking, paddle boating & tubing our day was perfect! Diana is an amazing host! I would highly recommend this resort.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for kids!

Right after we checked in our kids were at the beach playing and swimming! I was impressed with the available toys and kayak/paddle boats to use. There’s also plenty of fish for kids to catch off the dock! The cabin was the perfect size for us and having a deck to sit and see the lake topped it off! Overall I was very happy with our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

August 2019

We really enjoyed our getaway. The cabin was well-maintained with a great view of Hardy Lake and beach access right out the front door. Thank you for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

This was the perfect stay for me, my mom and my 9-year-old daughter. The resort is located an easy distance from Baxter, Brainerd and Nisswa. The cabin has a great loft that my daughter loved - we used a sleeping bag as padding for her to sleep on and she slept under a blanket. My daughter had a great time catching fish off the dock, playing at the beach and doing crafts. Very relaxing location for me and my mom as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Small family friendly cabins

We very much enjoyed our stay at Shady Hollow. Diana was always approachable and accommodating throughout our visit. We loved the proximity to the small sandy beach, with kayaks, paddle boat, pontoon /fishing boats, swimming raft, beach toys and life jackets. We also have small children that enjoyed a woodsy craft session led by Sheila who is an absolute gem. We hope to come back, thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get-away for a family!

The kids had a blast swimming! It was nice to have access to kayaks and paddleboards included in the price! Cabin 4 is right off the beach with an easy view of the lake, beach, and playground equipment. The cabin was in great condition, very clean, and adequately equipped. The two bedrooms plus spacious loft was plenty of room for us and our three boys. The grounds were also well maintained -- love the natural shoreline restoration and many native plants throughout the property. We were looking for a low-key get-away, and this was the right place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we were looking for

Shady Hollow deserves an easy 5 star rating. My husband and I stayed with our 5 children aged 1-8, and it was perfect. We all enjoyed the beach, beautiful lake view, swimming, paddle boards, fishing, pedal boat and kayaks, which was included in the cost. The lake was shallow enough for our kids to play safely and there were plenty of toys on the beach for them to use and build sand castles. Our kids loved going to the office to get a treat and talk to Diana, who was so accommodating. We did need to pack towels and kitchen/bath soaps, but that was communicated prior to booking. We were also glad we packed our kids’ blankets and pillows, as there were not many extras in the cabin. If you are looking for a luxurious stay on the lake, this probably isn’t for you. If you’re looking for a safe, clean, family friendly resort that transports you to simpler times, do not hesitate to book your stay at Shady Hollow!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely getaway

We stayed with our family of 5 and had a wonderful time. The cabin perfectly fit our needs and our kids LOVED the loft upstairs. They chose to sleep on the floor up there rather than in one of the bedrooms because they felt it was like a little hideout. They have everything you need for water fun: canoes, kayaks, paddle boards and even a pontoon rental. The water is shallow enough for little kids and gets deep enough at the end of the dock for bigger kids. There was also a floating dock further out that was a huge hit. Crow Wing State Park is super close and really nice; a great place to learn some MN history. Baxter/Brainerd are within 15 minutes and have all the essentials you might need from grocery stores to restaurants. The resort was nice and quiet and our kids loved wandering around. There are several fire pits you can use for roasting s'mores. We had a great time and it was the perfect pandemic getaway: few people, able to be on our own as a family, clean and safe. The lake view in the morning is just lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great, family-friendly spot to spend a relaxing weekend. The cabin was comfortable and well stocked with great access to lake amenities. We would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

Clean cabin, quiet lake, clean lake and owner nice to chat with, but not overwhelming wanting to chat.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin with a lovely beach!

Great cabin and beach. Would recommed!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful resort and friendly staff.

Booking and payment process was smooth.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place.

Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice family getaway!

We really enjoyed this property for a short family getaway at the lake! We stayed in cabin 4, it was clean and perfect for what we were looking for. The lake was beautiful and the resort beach was welcoming with kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes for use by the guests. The owner of the resort was helpful and welcoming.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and quaint

It was a lovely getaway that was exactly what our family needed. Thank you so much for your hospitality, we'd love to come back sometime!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

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