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Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included

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Exterior
Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10175 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included

A peaceful retreat for multi-generational families or small groups of friends to spend quality time together. A beautiful large 20 foot pontoon with a new 25 HP four stroke Mercury outboard motor with tilt and trim, a fishing boat with trolling motor, and 2 kayaks are for guest use seasonally at no additional charge! Note: 20 Foot Pontoon is designed for cruising, fishing, and swimming. It is NOT rigged for tubing or skiing.
This 100-acre private lake has NO PUBLIC OR PRIVATE ACCESS and is deep with up to 42' of water and 2 miles of natural shoreline. GUESTS CAN USE AT NO CHARGE, our 20' pontoon boat, 14' fishing boat with electric trolling motor and 2 kayaks THIS INCLUDES THE GAS! Coast Guard approved life vests are provided in all sizes. Explore the lake/woods, gravel roads, walking/hiking trails, snowshoeing, and biking! Private 1.5 mile round trip hiking trail through woods to Nelson Lake right at bottom of driveway! While there is no sandy beach, a wonderful public, sandy swimming beach is a short drive away on Pelican Lake with clear, shallow water for blocks out into the lake. We do have a swimming platform anchored in 25' of water (no weeds!) out from the dock and 2 kiddie pools for toddlers.
Notes: Swimming dock brought in mid to late September. Pontoon, dock, kayaks, and fishing boat brought in late October. Fire pit not available winter season starting November 1st.
A beautiful, AIR CONDITIONED, CHALET LAKE HOME awaits your visit to the Brainerd Lakes Area. It is situated near Aitkin, MN on Sullivan Lake just over 2 hours North of the Twin Cities. The home has 1,900 finished square feet on three levels, a 22' vaulted ceiling of knotty pine, and three stories of windows overlooking the large deck and lake. The home is very private, wooded and without nearby neighbors. Take a look at the aerial video of the property here on the VRBO site.
The home sleeps 10 in beds with 2 private bedrooms plus a dormitory-style sleeping loft. With the amenities of home-- a washer and dryer, bedding and towels, a kitchen fully stocked with cookware and dishes, a microwave and 2 TV’s and Blue Ray players, and a gas grill outside on the deck. Note: Grill and deck furniture not available winter season.
The home is equipped with 250kbps high speed fiber internet for fast browsing and streaming speeds for both TV’s and your devices.
Yard games include bocce ball, croquet, ladder golf, jarts and horseshoes. There are board games, puzzles, and 2 Blue Ray players for rainy days. Use your Netflix - - -Hulu - Yahoo account to quickly stream content or bring your favorite DVD’s. Enjoy the surrounding woods and yard, bask in the sun or read on the large deck overlooking the lake, relax on the dock bench, or sun and swim from the pontoon or the 8'X8' swimming platform anchored out front of dock in 25’ of water. Golf at one of the many courses around, or spend an evening at the Mille Lacs Casino just 30 minutes away. Additionally, the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area is a few miles down the road in Crosby, MN. There you’ll find miles of the best mountain biking and hiking in MN, as well as a beautiful public swimming beach on Serpent Lake. Shopping, restaurants and other recreation are close by in the Brainerd Lakes Area. Fall is also a great time to visit us with still warm days and crisp autumn nights. Minnesota's fall colors are second to none. New for this year, I’m opening the place for winter rental as well due to requests. Enjoy skiing, snowshoeing, and all the nearby snowmobile trails.
Whatever the season, let us be your Family Vacation Destination!
A security system is installed on the exterior of the property for your safety and security. It includes four cameras located over the parking/fire pit area, down the driveway, behind the house, and by the dock. There are no cameras in the house.
Keywords: Aitkin, Chalet Lake Home, Brainerd Lakes Area, Private lake and Secluded Lake, Firepit, Horseshoes, Lakeshore, Woods, Acreage, Pontoon, fishing boat, kayaks, lakefront, retreat, rustic, spacious, trees, waterfront, lakeview, swimming dock, security system, Crosby, Sullivan Lake

Property manager

Dave Radant, Manager/Owner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,888 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 27

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Chalet
Dramatic Chalet Lake Home
Dramatic Chalet Lake Home (FREE PONTOON FISHING BOAT Included)

About the area

Map
Aitkin, MN

What's nearby

  • Nelson Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 28 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Mille Lacs Lake - 42 min drive - 45.8 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 58 min drive - 57.7 km
  • Gull Lake - 61 min drive - 53.8 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 43 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included located?

This family-friendly Aitkin chalet is located on the waterfront, steps from Nelson Lake and within 12 mi (20 km) of Mississippi River and Depot Museum. Riverwood Healthcare Center Hospital is 11.8 mi (19 km) away.

Sullivan Lake Chalet - Free Pontoon included Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
The property and house were lovely! We all had a great, relaxing time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing getaway
My family had a wonderful stay at the cabin! The property was so beautiful and had all of the amenities you could want or need. We had non stop fun fishing off the dock, taking the pontoon out and evening fires - would 100% stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation home experience
Easy to set up my stay, which I enjoyed very much. The cabin is in a quiet area surrounded by woods; very rural. Small lake, pretty to look at.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DJ D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place and fun fishing
The place was great. Had everything you needed. My son loves to fish so we spent a lot of time on the pontoon. We caught a ton of fish, and kept 10 for a meal. A limetless supply of 7-10in Perch, smaller Bass, Bullhead, and a few nice Sunfish. The house is secluded and peaceful, and we only saw 2 other boats on the lake during our entire stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing private retreat
Clean comfortable privacy with enough beds for a big group but affordable enough for just 2. Great quiet lake and neighborhood. Very responsive host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable Stay
Relaxing, out of the way, pretty countryside with access to all kinds of outdoor activities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Rental
This was a great rental. The cabin has lots of space, the lake is a bit weedy by the dock but we took the pontoon out and swam/floated in the lake. The swimming platform was so fun for the kids to jump off of. The best well stocked rental we have EVER stayed in. Extra towels, bedding, kitchen was amazing. Very private yet not too far from town if you needed anything. Dave was a great host, provided all information needed and ideas of what to do in the area as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
Great accommodation. Listing was accurate with detailed instructions for each item. Everything was well laid out. Would recommend for anyone looking for a private place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Great experience!! Very peaceful the whole family had a good time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny G., Elk River, MN USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We had a nice time staying here. The house was spacious and well kept up. We enjoyed watching the pelicans and other wildlife on the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed P., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
A great value in a peaceful spot
The property is as advertised on a very quite lake. We really enjoyed the pontoon boat watching the wildlife with pelicans, swans, and loons adding to the wooded beauty with no other boats. Fishing was mostly perch and catfish along with one Northern. A wet spring made the mosquitoes challenging but all the more reason to be on the boat in the lake with a breeze. Beds were comfortable and the house was well stocked. Definitely a great spot not far from the Twin Cities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome cabin
This cabin was the perfect place to relax and have fun with the family. The inside was clean and had plenty of room for everyone. The outdoor space was beautiful and had ample room for the kids to run and play. The host was very easy to reach about any question we had and made sure we enjoyed our time while we were there. Thanks again for an awesome weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Weekend
We had a great time enjoying nature with our family. Beautiful cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice,quiet spot
The house was well kept and clean. We had everything we needed for cooking, cleaning and relaxing. The fishing was a little disappointing this weekend but a nice quiet lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sanela R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin!!!
Beautiful cabin, clean, big and peaceful! We were 2 families with teenage kids and had a wonderful time at this cabin. Cabin is very spacious and equipped with everything you may need or want for your stay. Pantoon was a huge plus. Kayaks were fun for kids and adults! Lake is clean and deep and very enjoyable! David the owner is responsive and helpful. We would love to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Becky A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good experience
This is very much as shown in the pictures. It is very secluded, which is nice. I had a few questions before and during my stay and David was very responsive and helpful. The lake is small but the pontoon is nice and clean. It ran well, no problems with starting or anything. We didn't use the raft but it looked fine. The steps down to the lake are longer than I thought, but the slope (or grade) is very gentle so that’s very nice. The kitchen is well stocked with just about any pot or pan you could need. Knives were the only downside of the kitchen. There are a lot of knives, so there may be a good one, but we didn’t find any. He has a very thorough listing of what to bring, which he emails to you before your stay. It was really helpful. In general, everything was in good shape, clean and not worn out. An exception is the mattress in the downstairs bedroom. Our son said it was the worst mattress he ever slept in, and he’s slept in some 3rd world countries. The bed down there and couch were fine and that’s where they slept the other nights and left the big bed to a 4 year old. The only other negative was the grill. It wouldn’t start and it turned out the drip pan was full and needed to be emptied. It wasn’t clear how to empty this and my husband tipped the pan which spilled greasy, watery junk on my husband’s shirt and a lot on the patio floor. The floor was easy to wipe up, I don’t have the stain off my husband’s shirt yet after 2 cleanings.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away
The cabin was exactly as advertised in the opportunity do use. The pontoon was a pretty fantastic thing. Just love being out water for a spin around the lake or to drop a few lines and catch some fish. Appreciated the space, quietness and the owners timely response on any questions we had. Our family enjoyed the time we had here it would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great remote getaway
Took a family trip with my wife, father, sister and kids. The property worked great for what we needed and given when we booked it. If I had any critiques it would be the distance from town and other attractions (although this was very clearly communicated upfront), And the lake was quite small but the pontoon was a great amenity and ultimately the selling point. Very clean and great communication with the owner. Would recommend for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
5-stars
Great home, owner, and location!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Fun Week in MN
We rented this lake house for a week while we visited my brother who lives in Aitkin. Our group included 5 adults and 4 kids and the variety of sleeping arrangements on the main floor, basement and loft worked really well for us. We made use of all the boats and also did some swimming in the clear water. There is no beach access but we used a boat to ferry swimmers out to the swimming platform and that worked fine. The house and property were exactly "as advertised" and everything in the house worked and was in good repair.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonny B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time for everyone.
The cabin is nice and secluded with very few if any other people using the lake. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to relax and enjoy being with your family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
We wanted to take a trip with the kids to do some fishing. Cabin was great had everything we needed and wasn't far from alot of lakes to fish.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Amy G.

Not a fishing lake and no lake views
This is a beautiful cabin and I would recommend if you are not looking to fish or expect a lake view when you are not on the dock. Host clearly takes pride in the home but there are signs all over the home that make it feel a bit less welcoming. I understand the reason for the signs, it’s just la bit much. Would suggest a book with rules and also offer suggestions for nearby amenities etc. I’m sure the host will post something to make my review seem unreasonable- I wish I would have noticed that trend in the reviews before I booked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H., Savage

Liked: Cleanliness
It was awesome
Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin week
Our family had a great time hanging out at the cabin for the week. The property was exactly as describes and our Kids made tons of lifelong memories. The cabin was remote and quite and the pontoon perfectly fit our needs for a family with young kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022