Get away from the noise of the Cities to Little Resort on Big Trade lake, a stunning year-round log cabin on a peaceful 500-acre lake only 1.5 hours away from the Twin Cities. Perfect for swimming, fishing, and boating (pontoon rental available)!
The cabin itself is a beautiful 3 bedroom year round log home on a tranquil 500 acre lake surrounded by woods and wildlife that will instantly provide the relaxing sensation of a deep breath. It is situated on a quiet peninsula that looks out on a beautiful sun lit bay. The yard is very spacious and level with a gentle slope to the lake. No stairs to get to the water! We have a dock that is ready for you to tie up to, and 2 public launches within 2 miles.
In the summertime, our lake is great for swimming, fishing, and boating and is sure to produce an abundance of sunshine-fed smiles and laughter. Use the grill to cook up some steaks, make smores at our lakeside firepit, or just grab a drink and relax on the dock as the loons sing the sun down. The incredible sunsets get even better when you are bathed in the beautiful light while cruising the lake in a comfy pontoon. We are happy to help you coordinate drop-off and pick-up of a rental pontoon directly to and from the dock. Trust me when I tell you that boating does not get any easier than this! If you prefer more relaxed water activities we have a canoe, 2 kayaks, a paddle boat, Life vests, and water toys, for our guests to get out and enjoy the beautiful scenery and wildlife that our lake has to offer. We also provide lawn chairs, badminton, and bean bags to help you take advantage of the large flat yard surrounding the cabin. Did I mention the fishing is great right off the dock? It is! We never fail to get a shore lunch at the cabin :)
The fall offers gorgeous hikes and cozy nights. The colors are truly stunning! For hunters there is thousands of acres of public hunting land available within 15-30 mn of the cabin with plenty of Deer, Grouse, pheasant and Wild turkey around. If you don't want to work so hard for the birds there is a terrific game farm with all the amenities including 5 stand trap in a heated trailer that goes all winter long.
The winter time offers an incredible cozy and relaxing environment with a lot of great ways to get outside and enjoy. Cross country ski, snow shoe, ice fish, Hunt, play boot hockey, take our sleds for a ride, or snow mobile on some of the near by local trails. Down hill skiing and tubbing can be found just 40 minutes from the cabin at Wild Mountain. After you are done with Jack Frost, warm up next to a roaring fire with a warm drink, bake some cookies, play some board games and enjoy family and friends with old fashioned fun that only a log cabin in the country can provide.
The comfortable and well appointed interior of this cabin and the stunning beauty of this place will have you wishing you'd booked longer. We love this place and we would love to share it with you! We hope to see you soon. Please let me know if you have any questions at all.
-John
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Pricing is based on 5 guests. Any guests over 5 is an additional 25.00 per person per night. Children under 18 months are exempt.
If there are groups of people not listed on the reservation that come and use the cabin during the day, an additional fee of 150.00 may be assessed.
Burn only our firewood because of concerns of importing harmful diseases and bugs to our area, and to help keep our chimney clean and safe.
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Property # 1711540vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Grantsburg
Located in Grantsburg, this cabin is on the waterfront. Frederic Golf Course and Chateau St Croix Winery & Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Straight Lake Wilderness State Park and Frederic Tower Site. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake - 58 min drive - 88.7 km
Restaurants
Lock and Load - 12 min drive
Playaz Lounge - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Free Day of Pontoon Sept & Oct! Stunning Waterfront Log Cabin Great For Groups pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Free Day of Pontoon Sept & Oct! Stunning Waterfront Log Cabin Great For Groups?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Free Day of Pontoon Sept & Oct! Stunning Waterfront Log Cabin Great For Groups?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Free Day of Pontoon Sept & Oct! Stunning Waterfront Log Cabin Great For Groups?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Free Day of Pontoon Sept & Oct! Stunning Waterfront Log Cabin Great For Groups located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Big Trade Lake and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Pickle Lake. Round Lake and Pine Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by John Sagstetter
Hi there!
My name is John and I am from St Paul MN
My hobbies are hang gliding, alligator wrestling, and fostering baby kangaroos:)
.......no but seriously my favorite thing to do is just being outdoors, and I will look for about any excuse to make that happen. I bought this cabin in order to have a place to make incredible memories with my family and friends. I love it there because it is one of the few lakes that has not been over developed and still maintains a very natural shoreline with lots of trees. The surrounding country is made up of rolling hills, farms, and forests, and the diversity of wildlife in the area never ceases to amaze me. When we are there life just seems to become much more simple. Phones get put away and we enjoy each other the way we used to before all of the distractions started.
I enjoy being a host because we are not able to be at the cabin full time and I want other people to be able to benefit from it and experience the same kind of bonding experiences with their family and friends that I experience with mine.
Its a very unique spot and we would love the opportunity to share it with you and your family/friends. I Look forward to talking to you soon.
Thanks!
John
Why they chose this property
One thing that I especially love about this place is that it is located on a dead end road near the end of a peninsula. There is no through traffic which makes for a very quiet and Serene experience.
The bay in front of the cabin is also not used as heavily as other areas of the lake. Even on the busiest days there is not a ton of boat traffic.
It's just so relaxing!
What makes this property unique
There are a couple of things that make this property stand out. First is the craftsmanship. This is a genuine log cabin. It's not faced on the outside to look like a log cabin, it is actual logs that have been shaped and stacked on each other to make a home. The fireplace is about 25 ft high and made of real rocks not cultured stone.
There is just something about being in a structure that is made almost entirely of natural materials and embodies old school building techniques that I love. At the same time all the modern conveniences have been Incorporated which is very nice.
The other thing that makes this place unique in comparison to many lake properties is the shoreline. Mostly properties that I have been to in the past require going down steps to get to the water. The cabin has an expansive yard that flows right into the lake. This makes it much safer and more convenient especially for kids and older folks.