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Relaxing retreat on Rice Lake! Quiet lake views w/full deck, fire pit, & hot tub

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Smart TV, fireplace, books, computer monitors
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books, computer monitors
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • 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.

Relaxing retreat on Rice Lake! Quiet lake views w/full deck, fire pit, & hot tub

A quiet lake retreat for the whole family!

THE HOUSE - RICE LAKE RETREAT

This home is located on a quiet bay of Rice Lake, which feeds into the Mississippi River, great for fishing, swimming off the boat, and river cruising.

Bedroom #1 on the main level features a queen bed and 44" smart TV. Bedroom #2, also on main level, includes a queen bed, 50" smart TV, and incredible lake views. The full bathroom on the main floor includes a tub/shower combo.

Enjoy making meals in the full kitchen, which includes dishes and cookware, a dishwasher, refrigerator and beverage fridge, oven and range, eat-in breakfast table, and massive island for dining, food prep, and games.

The living room includes a large sectional sofa and 55" smart TV, with direct access to the back deck where you can enjoy outdoor dining and seating areas. The sun room is the star of the main floor, boasting stunning lake views, a work station with extra monitor, and gas fireplace - a room begging for coffee in the morning and a good book in the evening!

The walk-out basement includes Bedroom #3, which has a king bed, 50" smart TV, and extensive closet space, along with lake views. Nearby Bedroom #4 has a twin over full bunkbed, along with a 44" smart TV. The full basement bathroom boasts a double vanity and full tub/shower combo.

The basement family room includes a 65" smart TV, gas fireplace, and section recliner sofa with 3 push button reclining sections. Adjacent to the game room, with a large high top table for food, games, puzzles, this area is perfect for entertaining as well as relaxing.

You will also have access to the full laundry room in the basement, including a utility sink.

Going outside from the basement will put you right next to the hot tub and on to the patio, leading to the beautifully landscaped stairs to the fire pit and dock. For the kids, the side yard includes a lofted playhouse, along with a swing set in the front yard.

THE LAKE

Rice Lake is 434 acres, feeding directly into the Mississippi River. While this house does not have a swimming beach, the lake gets up to 25 feet deep, and is great for pontoon cruising and swimming. There is also a public swimming beach and boat launch at nearby Lum Park.

Any anglers looking for a place to drop a line will find a bounty of walleye, northern pike, muskie, and smallmouth bass, among others, and the river access makes trolling a breeze. We are happy to make boat rental recommendations, including a company that has offered special rates to Rice Lake Retreat renters.

THE AREA

Located just east of downtown Brainerd, Rice Lake Retreat is centrally located to offer easy access to the full Brainerd Lakes Area. To our east, Crosby is 10 minutes away and offers a bevy of new restaurants, boutique shopping, and over 50 miles of world-class biking and hiking trails in the Cuyuna County State Recreation Area.

To our west, Brainerd and Baxter give easy access to multiple grocery stores, Target, Wal-Mart, Costco, and a myriad of chain and local restaurants, as well as the 120-mile Paul Bunyan bike trail. To the north, Nisswa and Pequot Lakes are a 20-minute drive away and offer hundreds of holes of best in class golf (Madden's, Cragun's, Grandview, and more), along with small town charm and seasonal festivals.

In the immediate area, Dunmire's Bar & Grill is a 10 minute walk, and it's a 5 minute drive to Cub Foods and Starbucks.

THE RULES

Rice Lake Retreat does NOT allow:
- pets
- large gatherings or events
- bachelor or bachelorette parties
- smoking of any kind, including vaping, indoor and outdoors
-Quiet hours are from 10pm-7am Sunday-Thursday, 11pm-7am Friday and Saturday

We require a 3-night minimum stay from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and a 2-night minimum the rest of the year. Extended stay rates (1 month or more) are available upon request for off-season stays.

Property manager

Randy and Sandy Ahlberg

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

About the area

Map
Brainerd, MN

What's nearby

  • Lake Ossawinnamakee - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Paul Bunyan Land - 17 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 18 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Gull Lake - 23 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Legacy at Cragun's - 28 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing retreat on Rice Lake! Quiet lake views w/full deck, fire pit, & hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing retreat on Rice Lake! Quiet lake views w/full deck, fire pit, & hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing retreat on Rice Lake! Quiet lake views w/full deck, fire pit, & hot tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing retreat on Rice Lake! Quiet lake views w/full deck, fire pit, & hot tub located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Mississippi River, Lake Ossawinnamakee and Buster Dog Park. Northland Arboretum and Buffalo Hills Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Relaxing retreat on Rice Lake! Quiet lake views w/full deck, fire pit, & hot tub Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Talia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful lakeside retreat!
Stayed here with my family, and it was an absolutely amazing, relaxing weekend! Randy and Sandy were incredibly easy to communicate with, the beds were comfortable, everything was so clean, the kitchen had everything you needed, and the backyard/hottub/lake view was incredible. Great location too to Crosby and Brainerd.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Retreat - Beautiful Location
We had a wonderful stay. Everything was as advertised and the place was very clean. Would happily stay again. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect up north getaway
The property was wonderful!! The set-up was perfect for families with multiple bedrooms, a beautiful sitting area overlooking the lake for morning coffee and a great basement for games and relaxing! The hosts were very friendly and attentive to our needs. All the basic needs were beyond fully stocked (towels, toilet paper, etc). We would 💯 stay here again next summer! Had a GREAT time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation!
We all had a fantastic time at this lovely home. Randy was great and met our every need. We also rented a pontoon that made for fun days on Rice Lake. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Fun
Great house and wonderd hosts. Would definitely stay again and recommend to friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue C., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Minnesota Retreat
Great place to stay! We used it as home base for biking, hiking and kayaking rivers and lakes in the area! At the end of the day, was wonderful place to relax in the hot tub, read a book overlooking the lake. Hosts were great to work with!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024