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Crosslake/ Whitefish Chain: Big Trout Lake

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Exterior
Miscellaneous
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Crosslake, MN
  • Place, Big Trout Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cross Lake Recreation Area
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Gull Lake
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Loft

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Crosslake/ Whitefish Chain: Big Trout Lake

The lake house is completely remodeled in Nordic style. It sits just off of one of the most desired lakes in Minnesota, Trout Lake, on the Whitefish Chain. There are plenty of boating opportunities on these lakes, so many of our guests bring a boat or will rent for their stay. There are several restaurants you can boat in and out of on the lakes, making it a wonderful destination for those that want that experience.
Located on the property, there is a large dock area to relax and visit, as well as a back deck with a grill and chiminea/ solo stove option. We also have a fire pit for use down below at the water's edge.
We also have 4 bicycles, 4 paddleboards, one kayak, and two child-size kayaks for use, along with a full training gym in the garage area. There is also a wonderful bike and walking trail that runs along the property and is about a 4 mile loop.
Inside, there are 2 bedrooms on the main floor with attached bathrooms, and an upstairs open loft with a king size bed and 2 twin beds. It also has a bonus room above the garage, complete with a large couch, TV, and poker/ card table. The kitchen area is fully stocked. We have this place for ourselves, so anything we use, you can use.
This is our special place we love to come back home to; Lisa grew up in MN on the lakes, and now lives and works in real estate in Nashville, TN. If you have any questions on golf, entertainment, restaurants, etc... we are happy to help!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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
Trash pickup is every Monday morning, trash and all recycling to be placed at end of driveway Sunday evening.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 562277vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the area

Crosslake

Located in Crosslake, this cabin is on the waterfront. Crosswoods Golf Course and Golden Eagle Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway and Kicks on Route 66. Waterskiing, water tubing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Crosslake, MN

What's nearby

  • Big Trout Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cross Lake Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Gull Lake - 34 min drive - 52.7 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 41 min drive - 62.4 km
  • Northern Lights Casino - 60 min drive - 83.5 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪14 Lakes Craft Brewing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Old Milwaukee Saloon & Eatery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Andy's Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Norway Ridge Supper Club - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crosslake/ Whitefish Chain: Big Trout Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Crosslake/ Whitefish Chain: Big Trout Lake?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crosslake/ Whitefish Chain: Big Trout Lake on 18 Sept 2026 start from £755, 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 Crosslake/ Whitefish Chain: Big Trout Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Crosslake/ Whitefish Chain: Big Trout Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crosslake/ Whitefish Chain: Big Trout Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Crosslake/ Whitefish Chain: Big Trout Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Big Trout Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway and Crosslake Community Center. Crow Wing State Forest is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

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. 37 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregg & Rita A.

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

Great Stay!

We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time in this cozy, comfortable house. Everything was clean & well organized. Our entire family appreciated the many amenities available & the easy access to beautiful Big Trout Lake. We all especially enjoyed the fitness equipment in the garage. Lisa, our host, was quite helpful & friendly.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly I.

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

Family Lake Weekend

We had a great time at the lake! The space worked well for us. The house had everything we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

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

Perfect getaway

We had a great time on our long weekend getaway. Close to town, Best lake on the chain, the house had anything you could need. Very spacious. Thanks Lisa and Greg!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
You guys were wonderful and hope to have you back! Glad we could accommodate you and have a nice getaway at the lake.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Big Trout Lake

Love cabin, great location. Lot of steps down to the lake, but that is the case for many properties on the lake. THANK YOU Lisa!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Family Gathering

Two families with kids shared this property for a family wedding. It was as listed, nicely stocked with everything we needed. Plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. Kids enjoyed the games, paddle boards, and kayaks. Kitchen amenities were great and we were able to prepare all our meals easily. We had a wonderful trip and it was a convenient location to uses our home base.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robbie j.

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

Memorable family time😊

Our stay was simply lovely! Beautiful home, great setting, numerous amenities. Lisa was available to answer any questions we had. We pontooned, kayaked, fished, paddle-boarded, used the sauna, went deer looking, ate well and relaxed! Thank you Lisa so very much😊 Robbie & Stephen, Cam & Marissa and our little Maddox and Dylan and Cydney~
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Fair and accurate as presented

The property is as good as it looks on the website. Our grandson and his fishing partner were contestants in a Minnesota State High School fishing tournament. We knew we would have to pull the boats everynight. Yhe access is just across the bay. Perfect . The area above the garage gave the boys a place to relax in the evenings. The home is well stocked , comfortable and an excellent setting. Lots of wildlife!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maren L.

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

Amazing location and space!

Such an amazing property and space! Great for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Amazing place

This place was absolutely amazing! We really enjoyed our stay and loved the game nights in the loft above the garage
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

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

Amazing Lake Getaway

This property was gorgeous. The owners have redone everything inside the house and it was beautiful along with very clean. Trout Lake is our favorite lake on the Whitefish Chain. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donnell K.

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

Weekend getaway

We had a great weekend at Lisa’s property! Very well stocked and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

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

Wonderful Cabin

We thoroughly enjoyed our time in the cabin. The kitchen was well stocked and everything was easy to use. The view of the lake was great and the kids enjoyed the beach and dock. There are a lot of stairs (my daughter counted 67) so if anyone in a group has trouble with stairs, something to consider, but was just fine for our group. The house was very clean and the space is used efficiently. There is a game room over the garage which my kids did not use very often but is a nice separate space. My kids used the basketball court a ton and there was a nice sidewalk loop down Manhattan that we were able to walk and run on without worrying about cars. We would definitely stay here again - it was hard to leave!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug and Ann C.

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

Trout lake vacation in Minnesota

Great Lake and wonderful cabin.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

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

Great lake property

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sheila m.

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

Memories

This home was fabulous, everything we wished for, spectacular sunsets, quiet, lake so clear, fishing. Home had everything you could possibly need, and more, so cozy, beds so comfortable. Lisa so attentive, to all your needs and questions, so kind. Would rent again. Memories, priceless.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele E.

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

July 2021 Visit

Everything about this home was perfect. It is a great layout and accommodated our group of 6 perfectly. The lakeshore is pristine as well. The host was very responsive and we would definitely stay again. Michele
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

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

Great property and Lisa gave us some great tips!

Family loved it and had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

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

Much needed vacation

We loved this cabin for our family get away and the Crosslake area has so many fun antique shops and restaurants. Location is great. We loved the large, well equipped kitchen, decks, sunroom and dock. There is also a huge family room above the garage. Great dock for our boat and we made a lot of memories teaching the kids how to fish off the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant P.

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

lake week

We had a good time , week went way to fast.. I would rent this property again, but there is 67 stairs to the lake so if older or out of shape be carful... Good Times !! Loved it!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Amazing time!

Loved everything about our stay. The cabin was so convenient, cute, and comfy. We loved the property, the views, and all the amenities provided. It was the perfect size for our family of 7. Lisa was very easy to work with and accommodating. We hope to stay again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Very nice lake home in a beautiful area.

The Big Trout and the Whitefish chain of lakes provide plenty water fun. The lake stayed very active our entire stay. The nice dock provided a place to relax, tie up our boat, and something for our daughter to cannonball off of into the lake. The fire pit had plenty of seating for our entire family. There are a lot of stairs from the house to the lake but we managed the trips. The house was very clean, nicely furnished and very comfortable for our family. Some blinds or darker curtains would have helped keep out the early morning sun. The owners were very nice and responsive to our questions. Overall we loved our stay, would recommend it to anyone, and hope to come back again. Thanks, Mike R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sheryl F.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Poor choice!

Friends of owners were at the lake when we arrived & had used cabin. They had to take their personal belongings and remove food from the refrigerator. Soon found the coffee maker dirty, dishwasher full of dishes & dryer full of towels. Under the couches, filth. Cabin was spot cleaned at best. Owner, Lisa, never responded to her friends being at cabin. Not worth the money we paid!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
In response, we had a cleaner there as soon as the last renters left, which was the morning prior to the original check in time of 3pm. I received a text from Sheryl asking why there was a car in the driveway at 1pm (this is very typical as a cleaner and her daughter were there). I cannot answer to the issue with a friend being there but assumed this may have been the cleaner trying to finish everything up. I spoke to the cleaner about the situation, she said they arrived early as they were still cleaning, and apologized for leaving towels and the coffee filter. As a cleaner, she owns a local resort in the area and cleans for them on a weekly basis and is more than qualified to take care of these details. Our standards are extremely high and I was only there to hear one side of the story and apologize for this as it is not a normal experience. I made a point to be there for the departure of this family and the place was left in bad shape, as assessed by the cleaner and myself. We want to assure everyone we have not had any issues after this and we will be more selective going forward on who we will be renting to. If there are ever any issues such as this I would expect the renter to call me and let me know and I would have no problem getting a cleaner (I have 3 available) over to take care of any issues immediately.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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

Long weekend getaway

Working with Lisa to plan our trip and throughout our stay was such a gift. She was helpful, available and felt like a friend, which makes being in a rental property all the more cozy and special. The house was charming and the loons on the lake were magical. I highly recommend the Davis house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
Thank you Katie, we were happy to have you all and hear that your stay was great. It sounded like you had a wonderful time and we are always happy to help with any recommendations and all else!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela J.

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

Great family stay on a beautiful lake

We had a wonderful time at this place with our family. It is a fantastic cabin with all the amenities one could want for and the lake was stunning. Greg was fantastic navigating real time through some storm related issues and otherwise it was a peaceful, fun-filled week at the lake. Loved all the Scandinavian touches. 😊. Good work out on the stairs down to the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Davis

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I grew up in Brainerd, MN, BRD airport, operated by Delta airlines. I am in real estate in Nashville, TN. I played golf in college down in Nashville and really haven't left there since. We are avid golfers and have worked around at all of the courses in the area, it is a wonderful destination for the sport as well. Hard to decide between lake and golf time :)

Our daughters are growing and go to school in Nashville. We try and spend as much time in MN as possible during the summers, but the schedule really doesn't allow it like it used to.

Why they chose this property

Best chain of lakes in MN, and Trout Lake is truly a special lake. The color and depth is beyond any of the other lakes, and the sunset is absolutely breathtaking.
We plan on using this property for years to come with our family and decided to open it up to others when we are not around simply because we don't want it to go to waste. At this stage of our lives, we have only been able to use it one month out of the year at best.

What makes this property unique

Big Trout Lake is very special and anyone familiar with the area will agree. Great swimming and clear water (rock bottom), beautiful sunsets, and boating opportunities. It is lake of choice for us and many others. We prefer the Whitefish Chain because it is a little further north than Gull Lake area, great boating, beautiful pine trees, great people, and beautiful elevation and views in comparison to other areas and lakes. There are so many options for what to do, we end up realizing we didn't get around to everything most trips!

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