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The River Lodge

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A spacious log cabin interior with a central seating area, a dining area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A spacious log cabin interior with a large living area, a wooden staircase, and a cozy seating arrangement.
A wooden lodge with a stone facade, a wooden porch, and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A two-story building with a stone facade entrance, wooden beams, and a dark exterior.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Mississippi River

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Hot tub on site
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Aitkin, MN
  • Place, Gull Lake
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Mille Lacs Lake
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Brainerd International Raceway
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

4 Single Beds

Living Room 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Basement Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Main Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Upstairs Half Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Aitkin

Located in Aitkin, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mississippi River and Crow Wing State Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Aitkin County Fairgrounds and Northern Pacific Depot. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Aitkin, MN

What's nearby

  • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 16 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Gull Lake - 36 min drive - 52.6 km
  • Mille Lacs Lake - 39 min drive - 54.6 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 43 min drive - 62.3 km
  • Grand Casino Mille Lacs - 58 min drive - 68.7 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bridge Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Woodtick Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wrights Quality Fresh Fruit - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪T J's On the Cove - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The River Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The River Lodge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The River Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The River Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The River Lodge located?

This family-friendly Aitkin cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mississippi River and Nelson Lake. Milford Mine Memorial Park and Crow Wing State Forest are also within 9 miles (15 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. 182 out of 190 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 190 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 190 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 190 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second year staying as the River Lodge. It worked great for our large group! The house has everything you need for a fun and relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had our wedding here and it was absolutely stunning. Everything from the check in process, accommodations, communication, location, price, etc. was amazing. Definitely worth the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is beautiful! Clean, easy check in, the owners responded quickly and also checked in on us to make sure everything was going great. We had 14 adults in our group and there was more than enough room for all of us. We were also far enough in the country that we brought a karaoke machine and had a karaoke night without feeling like we were bothering anyone. Going in the fall was wonderful! Beautiful view of the river and perfect weather to sit and relax on the deck or by the fire. Definitely recommend this house for a family vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 beautiful spot ! We just had our wedding there and it was the perfect spot for our special day
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We've been coming here for years, and we will keep coming back. Love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay and great host!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of our favorite places to stay. Perfect for a large family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip, as always! Very responsive and accommodating. Wonderful place for a girls weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful large home. Plenty of different areas to socialize and relax. Clean and well stocked with lots of tags everywhere so you don't have to dig for stuff. Hosts responsive. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super easy to check in and such a lovely property!! The kitchen had everything we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property that held our big family! So much sleeping space, and areas to gather together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a perfecr venue for my small bavkyard wedding. The hosts were flexible and easy to work with, property was gorgeous!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

We always have a wonderful experience here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2023
Always a pleasure to host you and your family! Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

The River Lodge is such a beautiful space! Very clean and we had everything we needed for our 3 night stay. We would love to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay at The River Lodge! We are so happy to hear it was everything you needed and look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We brought our group home individuals here for a little getaway. The house was very spacious and accommodated everyone perfectly! The house is beautiful and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cabin

We loved this beautiful cabin and it had plenty of space for our extended family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2023
Thank you for staying at the lodge and we hope to be able to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andrew and Joy were great hosts, they left a amazing welcome basket and easy directions for the weekend!!! Such a beautful and amazing property! We have a Group of 12 ladies going on girls weekends for 30 plus years and the lodge is definitely near the top! It had everything we needed, space, a amazing view, comfort in every corner, and truly felt like home for the weekend! Love the extras- hot tub, ping pong, (which we crowned a champion team of the group) and other games! Definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual Family Trip

Our group had a great time at the River Lodge. We loved the large gathering spaces, both inside and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2023
Thank you so much for choosing the River Lodge! We are so happy that you enjoyed your time and look forward to having you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning home on a beautiful piece of property. Quiet, peaceful, and super clean! Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family vacation

This was our second stay at the Lodge. It works so perfect for our family with 7 bedrooms and numerous
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property

The River Lodge was as advertised if not better! Andrew and Joy were excellent hosts and very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2023
Thanks for choosing to stay at the River Lodge! We are so glad you enjoyed your time here!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our summer getaway

Our family has been staying at the River Lodge for the past 4 years and we all love it. The host is extremely responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a get together

This is a great spot for a get together, this is our 3rd time using this location for a friends get together and are looking forward to coming back. The hosts are great with responses and working with you to make the stay easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2023
Always a pleasure to host you all! We look forward to next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was a beautiful place huge house with lots of room for everyone.

Overall we love it got everything we need it for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2023
Thank you kindly! We are happy to know you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent getaway

This is a great spot for a family, or multiple families. A nice alternative to lakefront properties.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2023
Thanks for choosing The River Lodge! We hope to be able to host you again in the future!
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