Bigfoot's Bungalow on Beautiful Lake Placid

Escape to peaceful lakeside living in an authentic log cabin on Lake Placid with access to the Crow Wing River. Perfect for families, couples and outdoor lovers. Spend your day swimming, exploring nature, kayaking and relaxing by the water, listening to the loons; then unwind with beautiful sunsets and cozy evenings by the outdoor fire pit. The south facing deck provides outdoor eating and beautiful views of the lake. Conveniently located it’s the perfect place for your Brainerd Lakes Area stay.

- Bigfoot's bungalow is a peaceful place to get away and relax. Accessible ramp provides stair-free access to the cabin, main floor and deck. The main floor living room, kitchen and dining area have lake views. The master queen bedroom and full bathroom are also located on the main level, along with a ¾ bath and laundry room. Upstairs a loft overlooks the lake and includes a private lake view bedroom with a queen bed and twin bunkbed. The space is equipped with all that you need to relax and unwind – high speed internet, 2 smart TVs, board games, puzzles, outdoor gas grill with grilling utensils, full kitchen stocked with the basics: pots and pans, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, baking sheets, roasting pan, coffee, and spices. An outdoor eating space is just outside the kitchen on the deck. Relax in your Adirondack chair by the lakeside firepit. (firewood can be purchased locally at the gas station and free at Manion Lumber).

- Guests have access to the log cabin, private lakeshore, private deck, grill, yard, firepit, dock, two kayaks, paddle boat, life jackets, yard games and weed and mud free swimming area.

- No motorized boats are included with the rental; however, the Lake Placid public water access and boat landing is located 3 minutes away from the property.

Note: the cabin is well suited for couples or small families.
Note: please no parties, special events or large family gatherings.
Note: no pets are allowed.
Note: to respect our neighbors and to comply with local noise ordinances and permit requirements we use noise monitoring technology inside and outside to ensure noise levels do not become excessive or disruptive.

Explore all the opportunities below within a 15-to 30-minute drive:

-Golfing, eight courses, including Maddens on Gull, Cragen’s Legacy Courses, The Classic at Madden’s, The Pines Course at Grand View Lodge, Pine Ridge and The Vintage.

-Families can explore Paul Bunyan Land, horseback riding, mini-golf, go-cart racing, Northland Arboretum and trails, and military museum.

-Zoos – Safari North Wildlife Park and Pine Grove Zoo.

-Brainerd Zip Line Tour

-Biking, hiking and roller blading the Paul Bunyan paved trial, over 120-miles.

-Brainerd International Raceway

-Fishing and Ice Fishing, dozens of lakes with the Brainerd Lakes Area.

-Muskie Fishing, world class Lake Alexander and Shamineau Lake.

-Explore the Crow Wing River State Water Trail, from this lakefront property. Or, try paddling any of the dozens of lakes or rivers nearby.

-The property is located within the Lake Alexander-Camp Ripley Important Bird Area, a 155,500
acre biologically diverse landscape. Top places to birdwatch, are: Lake Alexander Preserve, Lake Alexander Woods Scientific and Natural Area, and Pillsbury State Forest.

-Snowmobile – local access to a network of over 1,200 miles of groomed trails.

-Skiing, Snowboarding, and snow tubing – Mount Ski Gull.