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Balsam Lake Sunset Cabin with WiFi & Sauna!

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Boat House Deck right on the water
7 steps to the lake
Lakeside of Cabin
Bonfire pit with 8 chairs (2 chairs not shown)
View from the Living Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Balsam Lake, WI
  • Place, Apple River
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Loveless Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Double Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

3 Single Futons

Living Room 2

1 Single Sofa Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Red Light Therapy Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spa Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Balsam Lake Sunset Cabin with WiFi & Sauna!

Our year-round west-facing cabin is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath lake home with main floor laundry and a newly built four season room and sauna! Sunset Cabin sleeps 11+ (2 in the king bed, 2 in queen, 2 in double, 1 in twin. For extra guests there are 2 luxe cots, a futon, and a couch.) We are located on the quiet east bay of Balsam Lake. There is easy access to the lake with a public boat landing less than 1/4 mile from the house. There is ample room on the dock for you to bring your boat. Balsam Lake is a 1900-acre lake that will suit all water activities!
Central air and gas fireplace are available. High-speed internet is available as well. This lake home is fully furnished with all bedding, towels, kitchen supplies, a gas grill, fire pit, and a boat house deck! All you need to bring is your boat, personal items, and food. Our new Sauna is up and running—if you are interested in using it during your stay message the owner ahead of time, it’s included!

*We allow Instant Bookings so no refunds are given due to the convenience* If you message us first and we allow you to book, you will be allowed a refund if you cancel 60 days before your check-in date.
$400.00 cleaning fee for all stays
$200.00 Pet Stay Fee $100.00 Returning Renter Discount
*PETS*: Each guest who brings a pet to the property will be subject to a one-time, non-refundable pet cleaning fee of $200 to cover the costs of additional housekeeping required to ensure the safety and comfort of all guests that stay at Sunset Cabin following the presence of a dog or cat. (Any guest who brings pets to Sunset Cabin and does not declare such pets before check-in will be charged a non-refundable $500 penalty fee)

Winter rentals are available on request. Your pet(s) stay free.

Enjoy our beautiful sunsets on your next vacation to Balsam Lake!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Glitter or confetti is not allowed on the property, an additional cleaning charge will apply.

Guests who bring pets and do not declare such pets before signing the rental agreement will be charged a non-refundable $500 penalty fee.

Guests are solely responsible for cleaning up after their pets and pay for any damage caused by pet(s) to property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1330800vb
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Balsam Lake

Located in Balsam Lake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Polk County Forest and Straight Lake Wilderness State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fawn Doe Rosa Wildlife Educational Park and Polk County Fairgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Balsam Lake, WI

What's nearby

  • Apple River - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Long Lake - 13 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Loveless Lake - 14 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Little Bass Lake - 15 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Twin Lakes - 17 min drive - 18.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Balsam Lake Brewery & Market - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Eagle Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blacksmith Shop Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Balsam Lake Lodge & Supper Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪BrowTine - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Balsam Lake Sunset Cabin with WiFi & Sauna! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Balsam Lake Sunset Cabin with WiFi & Sauna!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Balsam Lake Sunset Cabin with WiFi & Sauna!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balsam Lake Sunset Cabin with WiFi & Sauna!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Balsam Lake Sunset Cabin with WiFi & Sauna! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Apple River, Long Lake and Loveless Lake. Townline Lake and Little Bass Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

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 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great week, the house is right on the lake, we could swim off the dock and were able to get our kayaks in the water several times.The home is plenty big and everything worked great. Kelsey was awesome, responsive and professional. Only a couple of miles from downtown Balsam Lake and 20 minutes from downtown Amery, which was very nice.We will look to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much, Paul! Glad you had a wonderful stay ☺️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Excellent spot!

Lovely location, clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept, 2024
Thanks Dave! Glad you were able to utilize the cabin for your business needs on the lake too!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

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

At the lake

I had my out of town family stay here and it was just perfect. It's a great location on the lake, easy to get to both by boat and land.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location and amenities

Location was great, with great amenities (outdoor chairs, table, dock, and lily pad!). Communication w/ host was great as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2023
Thanks Lauren! 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Relaxing Comfortable Stay

Cozy cabin on a nice lake. The patio above boathouse is a great way to spend a quiet evening with a fire table and beautiful lake view. Bedrooms and bathrooms are spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2024
Love hearing that you enjoyed the beautiful views and amenities! Thanks again, Mike!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Domonic A.

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

Balsam Sunset Cabin

Everything was perfect! Cabin was clean, firepit for night time, water was vertually weedless and great fishing right from the dock!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2024
Thank you for the insightful review, Domonic. Happy to hear you and your guests had a perfect stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

Betsy K.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Right by the water.

Beautiful view of the lake with lots of outdoor seating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Indrajeet M.

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

Hidden Gem

We will come back again and is recommended our friends as well. Super responsive host and a beautiful place. We couldn’t have enjoyed fall color better than this location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2024
Appreciate the review, Indrajeet! Glad you enjoyed your Fall stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

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

Fall Break Getaway

We had a wonderful stay! Kelsey did a fantastic job communicating everything. The cabin was just as described, plus many west facing windows overlooking the lake for gorgeous sunsets over the fall colors. Easy drive from Minneapolis. We hope to return in the summer to enjoy the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2025
Thank you Elizabeth!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view and lake access

Really great view, beautiful dock and outdoor area with fireplace. Very happy there was air conditioning on a hot weekend! Interior has older furniture, bedding but overall met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2023
Hi Jessica! Glad you enjoyed your stay, we are slowly updating the cabin but the pictures on VRBO accurately represent what’s inside currently. Although, I have taken note and we’d be more than happy to host you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis A.

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

Sunset Cabin time

The Sunset cabin worked perfect for our group. The kitchen is very well stocked. The view of the lake is very restful both from inside and from outside. The dock and water provided lots of fun for the kids, and the fishing was very good. The response to any question was immediate and we felt well cared for.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2024
Thanks for the perfect review, Phyllis!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami D.

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

Balsam Lake Perfect location!

This location is amazing! Balsam Lake is perfect for boating, tubing, jet skiing, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing. We caught lots of fish right off of the dock. Brought a boat and a watercraft and they both easily fit on the dock. In the evening, the fire pit was great for a sunset bonfire and s’mores and in the am the deck above the boathouse was perfect for watching the loons. Wow! We are hoping to get back there next year!! The cabin was very clean and cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2024
Thanks Tami! We’d love to host you again next year😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

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

Great place to stay!

We went as a family and everyone had a great time! Fishing on the boat and off the dock gave us lots of great stories! The campfire was nice to roast hot dogs and smores! The boat deck is wonderful for watching sunsets and drinking coffee in the morning! The neighbor was very friendly and made us feel welcomed. Sauna looks inviting but never made time to use it. The street is a dead end in both directions which made it safe for walks with the kids. I wish we would of brought scooters or bikes, roads are nicely paved. The location of the cabin on the lake was nice for our family kayakers, not too much boat traffic. Definately going back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2024
Can’t wait to host you next year, Janet!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Clean, comfy and spacious!

This property was a great fit for us. Interesting floor plan that gave 7 people all the space needed inside and out. Beautiful view of the lake! New dock accommodated the two boats that we brought. We made full use of the spacious deck and fireplace. Beds were comfy. We were there for a full week, so it was really a nice touch to have a washer and dryer available to us. Kitchen was fully equipped with everything you need. We felt very fortunate to have had 6 days of beautiful weather and the fishing was super. Everybody went home with a full two-day limit of fish. We will be back! Dan and Karla Klinkhammer
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thank you Dan & Karla, we look forward to your stay with us next year! Michele
Verified

4/10 Poor

Richard L.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Didn't get what was advertised

Property has great potential. When we got there, we found that the air conditioner did not work. When you are charged 300 to 400 dollar cleaning fee you would expect it to be clean. We spent the first hour cleaning up bugs and dog hair in a 83 degree house. We did contact the owner but none of our concerns were resolved. This could be a great rental if the owner took a little more pride in the property and invested in it onstead of just collecting the money. Also found that 3 of the 5 smoke/carbon monoxide detectors didn't work.
Someone came to fix the furnace/air conditioner and left. Never came back to finish the job. Owner never updated us what was going on with it.
Had to also clean outdoor area
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2025
Richard, we were in contact with you throughout your entire stay and the cabin was cleaned professionally. Our furnace unfortunately went out during your stay which was out of our control and totally unexpected. We had a repair man there as soon as one was available. All smoke detectors are working. If you re read the contract it is up to the renter to make sure they are working and to replace the batteries if any aren’t working (batteries are provided as well.) We take IMENSE pride in our property…especially on behalf of my late father. Hence, that’s why we have the great reviews that we do. Sorry your stay was affected by something out of our control. We have followed up with our cleaner as I stated to you separately and will do everything we can to continue to make amazing, memorable experiences for all guests.
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa M.

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

Beautiful spot

Beautiful property and landscaping. Well equipped outdoors--3 seating areas outside-- 2 decks & fireside; wonderdul gas grill; excellent dock and steps to the dock & graduated hill-- easy access. Clear water--Balsam is the lake to be! Love this East end as it's not as busy with boat traffic. Nextdoor neighbors on both sides friendly and generous. Dog- Friendly; make sure yours is if you have one; they all run free super sweet!Kitchen was very clean and really well-stocked. The whole place was comfortable and clean; (although it could've used a deeper clean, under beds and cushions, especially if you're bringing toddlers or dogs.) Also, mind the basement door; it opens to the steps. The only thing(s) we would change is the mattresses. Memory foam mattress toppers can be an excellent, quick fix. The bedroom with a full/queen (not master bdrm) was the most comfortable of them all. There are a couple windows in need of window coverings. Nothing too terrible, but bring eye covers if you don't want to wake up with the sun in the master bdrm.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

tram s.

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

Great views of lake and sunset, clean, well stocked, good layout of cabin

The cabin was a great layout for my family. My family consisted of 3 couples, my mother and my daughter. The activity room that has the futon works as a separate room as it has french doors that close off but still has access to the bathroom that is a "jack/jill style" that can be accessed from one of the bedrooms. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking pots, cutlery, plates, toaster, and various other items. Michele called me to let me know that per WI rental rules we needed to bring all items that were to be ingested including sugar, cooking oils, salt/pepper etc. This was great info prior to arrival so we could pack accordingly as we prepared all meals there. The grill they provided was really nice as well. There were extra linens for the futon. All the bedding looked new and there were plenty of towels. Two small things that could be improved and are easily solvable are: 1) Faster response time on communication 2) Making a binder that includes essential information on cabin, check-out requirements (stripping sheets etc), and helpful insider tips in the area (Jonzy's if you forget bare essentials) Today with cellphones, I'm used to responses to be within a minimum of 48 hours from my experience of other owners. Currently Michele's daughter's number is on the listing and so it was slow to get responses. I would advise the decision maker to be the listed. Once I got Michele's direct line it was very quick responses. Having the binder just enables renters to be able to know in advance of check-out what is required. I texted Michele and it was bare minimum of what needed to be done which was nice but just easier to have in book. Overall a very pleasurable experience and the two call-outs can be very easily improved.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thank you Tram, you were great guests. I appreciate your feedback. I am working on the binder & it will be in place for the next guests. Also, I'm taking over the communications with guests exclusively as my daughter is busy with school & work. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! Respectfully, Michele
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie T.

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

Excellant

The rental was very clean. It was just what we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan G.

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

Balsam Lake rental

All was well prepared for renters. Well maintained and very clean. For chef-wannabe's groovy kitchen set-up. Great eat-out nearby. Really a professionally prepped and offered rental.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Great time at the cabin with family.

Very fun and nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nyki b.

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

Wonderful

We went with another family and everything was great! We would stay again for sure :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rich j.

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

Great getaway for the family!

We enjoyed a very relaxing stay at the cottage and hope to return again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Road trip 2015 n.

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

Great Cabin for Making Memories

We wanted a cabin to make more family memories with our kids and grandkids and the cabin had all we needed to do just that! The views from the new boat deck and house deck are beautiful. The steps off of the dock for the grand kids to swim worked just great. Lots of room to gather together or the kids to have their own space and TV! This cabin sure meet our needs! Comfy with beautiful views!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

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

Family fun at the lake

This lake home exceeded our expectations. There was plenty of areas for separation both inside and out. We started our mornings on the boathouse deck and ended the afternoons playing games on the house deck. Several evenings we had a fire in the fire pit with wood that was cut and split for our use.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Great Stay

We stayed here twice this summer for a long weekend with our kids ages 12-20. Property was nice and clean. No issues so no need to contact property manager/owner. Great spot on Balsam Lake and Boat house porch was perfect to watch sunset and drink coffee in the morning overlooking the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Michele or Kelsey Heininger

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***NEWLY ADDED SUNDECK ON TOP OF THE NEWLY REMODELED BOAT HOUSE***
We have taken so much time and have so much pride already in our cabin that we can assure you that this lakefront home/cabin experience is one that you will want to come back to!

Why they chose this property

*Clean home* right on the lake with a breathtaking view of the sunset every night. Beautiful yard and newly remodeled kitchen!

What makes this property unique

Beautiful upgraded backyard and kitchen, It's a very CLEAN cabin!

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