VELVET SPRINGS Farmhouse on 6 Acres/300 Feet of Private Lakeshore with pontoon

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A covered patio with outdoor furniture, a grill, and a view of a lake.
A two-story house with a garage, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and garden.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a dishwasher.
A traditional living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. There is a dining table with chairs in the background.
A living room with a large window, a piano, and a coffee table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • 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.

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Crosslake, MN
  • Place, Crow Wing State Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Brainerd International Raceway
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Legacy at Cragun's
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Crosslake

Located in Crosslake, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Mississippi River and Crow Wing State Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kicks on Route 66 and Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Crosslake, MN

What's nearby

  • Crow Wing State Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gull Lake - 31 min drive - 48.8 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 38 min drive - 58.4 km
  • Legacy at Cragun's - 51 min drive - 70.9 km
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 51 min drive - 72.0 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Yellow House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪50 Lakes Bar & Bottle Shop - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is VELVET SPRINGS Farmhouse on 6 Acres/300 Feet of Private Lakeshore with pontoon 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 VELVET SPRINGS Farmhouse on 6 Acres/300 Feet of Private Lakeshore with pontoon?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at VELVET SPRINGS Farmhouse on 6 Acres/300 Feet of Private Lakeshore with pontoon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at VELVET SPRINGS Farmhouse on 6 Acres/300 Feet of Private Lakeshore with pontoon?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is VELVET SPRINGS Farmhouse on 6 Acres/300 Feet of Private Lakeshore with pontoon located?

This family-friendly Crosslake holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Crow Wing State Forest, Goodrich Lake and Pine Lake. Kicks on Route 66 and Crosslake Town Square are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 94 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely place and experience will hope to be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were up there with 5 people and we had a great timeWe were rained out 1 day but used the 2 stall garage to play some bean bag toss ( cornhole ) game and just hang outCross Lake MN is a 6 minute drive away and the town has everything you could need from a grocery store to bars restaurants etc.We hope to go back next year
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great and the lake was fun. The house was open when we arrived. Felt very welcoming. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great summer get away for the whole family (including doggies)!Room for everyone and fun on the pontoon! What I especially liked was that it’s a private lake with no public access and not over populated. Hardly anyone out, so it was super peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2026
a good winter spot too. am open year round.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great retreat

Had a great family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
thank you for revue,
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice stay

Nice and pretty view.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent family retreat

Wonderful property for generational gatherings. This is our second time for a long Memorial weekend and it felt like coming home this year. Fishing, boating or just enjoying the view, it is perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Large group gathering

Simply amazing, isolated, close to crosslake, everything you would want for a weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
fantastic , hope to see you back at the farmhouse.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Stay

We loved the property. The lake was wonderful for fishing. Having the pontoon available was super. Larry was very responsive to our questions. The house is very interesting.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer stay

Loved having the pontoon boat and the pedal boat. The dogs had a great time. Everyone had their own bedroom.Daughter said her sheets on her bed were wonderful. Had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2025
thanks for keeping the house clean. Larry & Julie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location. Great house!

Very nice, well kept, clean and spacious house with all of the amenities you'd want for your stay. Great Beautiful lake that is great for fishing. Pontoon was definitely a bonus which we enjoyed so much. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to my friends. Thanks Larry, it was nice meeting you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
your welcome, thank you for posting your review.
Archival

8/10 Good

Was perfect for our large group. Having access to the boat was awesome.

Easy access to everything we needed in Crosslake. Beautiful, quiet lake with great dock and boat for our use when ever we wanted. Caught plenty of fish for dinner several nights. Kids loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
we still have fish in the lake here. I am happy for hearing and sharing of your stay at Velvet springs farmhouse. Larry
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place for family stay

We enjoyed the house and the lake very much. It was quiet and peaceful. The house had lots of space inside and outside for the family. The only issue I had was with dog allergies in the house.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Velvet Lake

The lake home is roomy. The fish were biting. Close to Cross Lake and Mt biking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay for a family weekend!

We had the best time here! It perfectly slept 4 couples, my niece and our dogs. We had a great time hanging out in the beautiful yard, swimming in the lake and catching fish off the dock. It was also awesome how close it was to so many great spots in crosslake. Larry was easy to communicate with as well. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2024
thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Velvet Springs

We had a wonderful weekend with extended family. The property was beautiful and just as described in the listing. Having the pontoon and paddle boats made it even better. Thank you so much for letting us stay in your wonderfully eclectic home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Fun!

We had a great time! The house was very clean and was exactly as listed. Great location … the lake was beautiful. Larry was very responsive to our calls - and Heidi (the dog) was a joy to be around! Having the pontoon boat and paddle boat at the property was awesome! Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our stay at Velvet Springs

The property, farmhouse and lake/pontoon were as described. Our granddaughters loved fish and release off the dock. The pontoon was alot of fun, everyone enjoyed it!. The farmhouse was immaculate, very clean and as described. Fun and interesting accommodations. Loved the eclectic art and decor. We will be back for a longer stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2024
open year round , book a stay today.to leve your cares behind
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

2nd Time

Everything was neat & clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family summer lake vacation

We had such a great stay at Larry‘s house. It is like a museum like another person said about their stay. There is so much room for everyone. Lots of entertainment for all. Larry is also an amazing artist. Please check out his art on the walls. We would surely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2022
If I keep getting good revues like this I will be nation wide.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time with family!

The fam and 2 pups had a great time hanging out at Larry’s place! The pontoon was awesome and we had a great time playing in the water with our dogs. It was the first time they experienced the great outdoors and they loved it! Had fun by the fire eating s’mores and sharing stories and laughs, and the foosball table was a hit too. Thanks for the memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2022
book another stay , the pup"s will love it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Labor day week with family 2024

Wonderful lake view, having the pontoon was great to get out on the water and enjoy nature; my chocolate lab mix had a blast roaming around chasing her tennis balls. The landscaping on the property is beautiful, we were kept in supply of firewood for bonfires every night! The Farmhouse itself is very eclectic, quirky, and beautiful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Larry was a very very welcoming host. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2024
vary nice revue made me smile
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A breath of the north.

Amazing time! Kids developed an itch for fishing after countless pan fish were caught. The accommodations were as expected and we were all very happy. 3 dogs ran themselves tired dodging in and out of the woods and water. 10/10 would like to experience it in January!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2022
see you for winterfest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hated to Leave

An awesome place for our annual family summer vacation. We were a group of 8, 4 adults, 4 kids (ages 10-6) + 2 dogs. Beautiful well-equipped home with lots to look at and gorgeous lake. Kids had a blast fishing, swimming, playing games, eating s’mores around the fire pit. House was very clean with plenty of a/c and fans. Nearby Cross Lake has a big grocery store with enough of the vegetarian and gluten free options we needed. We hope we can come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2023
I am truly impressed how clean and orderly everythig was after you left thank you . Larry
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Velvet victorian

Quiet, relaxing. Private lake with many fish. Dishwasher did not get dishes clean. Otherwise all the amenities you could want.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2022
yes thanks for sending a revue. after you left we began to look at the dishwasher, and found the fix. and replaced the water supply line. I almost bought a new dish washer, but it"s a Maytag them last a long time.
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