Cabin on Lake Byllesby Minnesota Birding, Boating, Biking, Hiking, Colleges

This lovely, newly remodeled cabin on the hill top of Lake Byllesby is a great get-a-way or vacation only 40 minutes from the Twin Cities and 45 minutes from Rochester. We are 15 minutes from North Field. The home Carleton and St. Olaf colleges. We are about 10 minutes from Cannon Falls. Red Wing is around 30 minutes away. Our winter guests enjoy skiing at Welch Village which is about 30 minutes away.

The lake is a hidden gem for sailing, fishing and boating. We have an incredible view from the cabin that overlooks 2000 acres of undeveloped boy scout property. The left side to our property is a public park with boat landing. This makes it a quiet and private lot on the lake. In the winter months, the lake is popular for ice fishing.

Public beach is located across the lake.

Relax on the deck with a book and binoculars to watch soaring eagles, woodpeckers, blue birds, Herons and White Pelicans.

Birders from all over the area come to our shore to see rare and unique migrating birds . The lake is a man made lake created by a dam. Water levels are higher in the summer and start decreasing around the time of the first freeze.

We have 2 kayaks, 1 canoe and a paddle boat for our guests. I get many pictures of our guest on the paddle boat. Many family laughs. Life jackets are included. We also have beach shoes. Our shore line is rocky. There is a bike trail that goes all around the area. It is one of the most beautiful trails in the country. You and your family can ride your bikes from Northfield all the way to Redwing.

There is an outdoor dining table with 6 chairs, 2 lounge chairs with cushions, 4 adirondak chairs and a hammock for your use. Walk down to the dock for some sunning, canoeing or fishing. Enjoy the warmth of the fire pit overlooking the lake, toast marsh mellows, tell stories and simply just relax under the stars.

The layout of the cabin is very clean and simple. 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, laundry area, heated sun room, living room and kitchen. The yard is big enough to play football, badminton, volleyball, bean bag toss. We have all of these games available for our guests.

There is also a flower garden and herb garden for your use.

Watch the incredible sunrises with your morning cup of coffee.

Near by attractions:
45 minutes from Valley Fair
45 minutes from St. Paul and Mpls
Treasure Island Casino
Welch Village Ski and Snowboard Area
Large bike trail system beautiful during all seasons.
Cross country skiing.
Snow shoeing
Fishing
Historic towns of North Field and Redwing
Numerous near by state parks

We have had the cabin for 10 years. Each year we find more adventures nearby.