Make Memories - Secluded Log Cabin on Marion Lake Channel with Private Dock

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A log cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a cozy seating area.
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A wooden log cabin with a covered porch, furnished with chairs and a table, and a large wheel visible on the left.
A wooden cabin kitchen with a refrigerator, wooden cabinets, a sink, and a bar area with stools.
A log cabin with a porch, a deck, and a dirt driveway leading to it.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Richville, MN
  • Place, Marion Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Pine Lake
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Detroit Lake
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Richville

Located in Richville, this cabin is on the waterfront. ITOW Veterans Museum and History Museum of East Otter Tail County are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Thumper Pond Golf Course and Perham Lakeside Golf Club. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Richville, MN

What's nearby

  • Marion Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Otter Tail Lake - 15 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Little Pine Lake - 18 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Big Pine Lake - 20 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Detroit Lake - 31 min drive - 50.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The DougOut Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Nest - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Pickle Bar And Grill - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Make Memories - Secluded Log Cabin on Marion Lake Channel with Private Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Make Memories - Secluded Log Cabin on Marion Lake Channel with Private Dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Make Memories - Secluded Log Cabin on Marion Lake Channel with Private Dock?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Make Memories - Secluded Log Cabin on Marion Lake Channel with Private Dock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Make Memories - Secluded Log Cabin on Marion Lake Channel with Private Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Marion Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Rush Lake and Round Lake. Fair Grounds and Buchanan Lake 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. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin, great host, great fishing, great family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2026
So happy you and your family had a wonderful vacation!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean cabin. Had everything we needed for a relaxing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2026
Thank you! We are happy you had everything you needed for a relaxing stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, well kept cabin in a beautiful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2026
Thank you for the review! We absolutely love the area as well. There is so much to do in Otter Tail County...or just enjoying the porch and spending time with family. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay at their cabin!! A very peaceful and a relaxing week. They have everything could possibly want for your stay and then some. There was huge porch off the patio door for some great relaxing time. The inside is very modern and beyond clean. We did quite a bit fishing for bluegills and they were everywhere with many 6-8 inchers. The hosts were great if you had any questions. We hope to get back there next year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review…and for taking such care of the cabin during your stay! You touched on two of our favorite things: relaxing on the porch…and fishing! 🎣 We are so happy that you had a wonderful experience. We hope to have you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely getaway! Opening the door, you just dont know what to expect, and we loved it! Clean, welcoming, the coffee area was fun! We had plenty of fish, too. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2026
Thank you! We are glad you had a lovely stay. We love to hear when the fish are biting! Marion is such a great fishing lake.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property location was perfect. Having the option to rent a boat right there couldn’t have been better. My boys loved the lake as did my wife and I. Chris and Amie were fantastic hosts and we couldn’t recommend it more.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful log cabin property with a functional modern kitchen. The host gave us very clear instructions for check-in and enjoying the cabin’s features. We were four adults and we had a lovely stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect vacation

It was so beautiful, there was everything we needed. They thought of everything it was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing cabin

Beautiful property and home! The owners are friendly and helpful! We would love to come back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2024
Thank you! We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to your visit next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nothing beats a real log cabin! Our stay was excellent. The loft was perfect for a fun family sleeping arrangement. Nice coffee bar by the door. Breakfast on the deck. And access to the Lake.Clean and hospitable! No complaints ....
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2025
Thank you for the positive words! We love that you and your family enjoyed the cabin! I agree…the deck is so nice to sit and have a cup of coffee or for visiting with friends and families!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Place

Beautiful place. Suited our needs on Lake Marion. Hosts were accommodating. Very clear property instructions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2024
Thank you for the compliment! We are very pleased it fit your needs.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Turtle Fest Week

Very happy with your house. Felt nicer than home even. Lots of fish in lagoon. Didnt even need the canoe.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2025
Thank you! That is our favorite spot to fish in spring and early summer! 🎣
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Log Cabin in the Woods

Lovely rustic cabin. Well appointed. Easy access and great communication with owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Everything was excellent. Beautiful cabin. A great place for our family of 5 to relax and spend time together. Marion Lake is beautiful with very good fishing. Owners are top notch. Definitely a place we would look forward coming back to.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2024
Thank you! We are so happy that you and your family were able to enjoy the lake and your time together!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Cabin in the Woods

We very much enjoyed our stay at the Marion Lake cabin! What a charming and welcoming space with all the amenities! Our hosts were beyond accommodating and helpful…in constant communication! We enjoyed the lake via the provided canoe and available pontoon. The property was beautiful and the cabin was spotless! !The trip exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2024
Thank you for the kind words! We are happy we exceeded your expectations and enjoyed your vacation! 🍁
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin on Marion LakeAll we can say is, wow!My wife and I booked this cabin from Wednesday through Sunday to spend quality time with our 13-year-old granddaughter and 10-year-old grandson. I can honestly say the photos don't do this property justice. The cabin is absolutely beautiful! It's the perfect size for couples or families, tastefully decorated, and stocked with everything you need for an unforgettable getaway.The lake is a phenomenal fishery. We spent several mornings catching fish nonstop. The crappies and bluegills are huge—I haven't experienced panfishing like this in over 40 years. We were catching large bluegills in 17 feet of water, with the fish suspended just 4 to 5 feet below the surface. It was incredible.The lake was also perfect for tubing with the kids. Even on Saturday, boat traffic was light, so we never felt crowded. There are also a couple of sandbar areas with shallow water where you can anchor your boat and spend the day swimming and playing.Chris and Amie were fantastic hosts. Their communication was excellent, and they were extremely helpful both before and during our stay.My wife and I highly recommend this cabin getaway. We made some amazing family memories that we'll cherish for years to come, and we can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review. That is so cool that you were able to spend this time with your grandchildren and make such beautiful memories! We look forward to hosting you and your family in the future. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

No corners cut!

All the bases were covered. Everything you need or even don't need is available. Very thorough! Very clean! Excellent communication!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2024
We are happy you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the wonderful review 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An Ottertail County Oasis

I always say Ottertail County is magical and good for the soul, and this hidden Oasis simply confirms that. It sits on a quiet, wooded property, surrounded by the sounds of nature. The log cabin is beautiful, and it leaves you wanting for nothing. The owners have thought of everything, and it has all the amenities you could possibly need, and they immediately responded the one time we did have a question. We made memories to last a lifetime, as we always do on this trip, and this cabin made them even more special. Thank you Chris and Amie for a beautiful weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun, 2025
Thank you for the kind words, Ron! We agree, Otter Tail county is completely magical and so many great things to do. We are so happy that you all enjoyed the cabin! Chris and Amie
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Relaxing!

My family of four and parents enjoyed a six day stay at the Lake Marion cabin. The cabin was comfy and had everything we needed. We loved sitting out on the porch for coffee. It’s definitely more of a woodsy cabin than lake cabin but still enjoyable! Would be stunning in the fall. Our only wish that of course no one can control is that there had been less algae on the canal. It was covered which made it hard to fish off the dock, but we still managed to catch a few small ones. The kids enjoyed the stock of games and coloring too!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent property for a family getaway

We just completed our vacation at this property and it was excellent! The cabin and property are in great condition, the location is private, and the hosts were very responsive to any questions that came up before and during our stay! The cabin was well equipped, had comfy beds and furniture, the kitchen had all of the pots and pans, bakeware, small appliance, griddle, etc that are needed to get through being away from home for a week. The cabin was very well taken care of, and the hosts have done a great job making it easy for renters to come in (light switches were labeled, nightstands with USB outlets and electrical outlets built in to make charging easy, etc). The lake was excellent for swimming and for fishing, and the pontoon was a great option that we took advantage of. I highly recommend this property, you will not be disappointed! You can tell that the hosts enjoy their propery and they have thought out the rental process well! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2024
Thank you so much for the great review! We are so happy that you enjoyed the cabin and the lake 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect storm

Excellent privacy. We had bad storm hit the area the first of our stay and lost all power before 11 pm and were without power and water for 33 hours. I notified the owners in the morning of the situation and how we both need to use our cpap machines to breath. Chris and Amy then traveled 3 1/2 each way to bring us generator fuel and water and supplied us electricity to run an air conditioner our cpapmachines and refrigerator. It made a huge vdifference in our stay. We had lots of good memories with our kids and grandkids. Thanks to Chris and Amie
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2024
We are so happy that your family vacation was filled with great memories (besides the 33 hours after the storm, that is 😉)!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2026
Thank you! We are glad you enjoyed it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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