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Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, travel cot, bed sheets
Books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • 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.

Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat

This quiet property sits at the end of a dead-end road and is surrounded by water on three sides. Huge windows in both the living room and family room display gorgeous lake views. Three bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms can accommodate up to 8 people. The house is stocked with games, books, cozy chairs, and even a piano. A small walking path winds through the property woods. There is a canoe, and kayaks for guest use as well as a fire pit, grill, and lake-facing patio.

Property manager

Laurie Musselman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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
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 first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Giant Oak Cabin - A Perfect Lakeside Retreat Glenwood

About the area

Map
Glenwood, MN

What's nearby

  • Princess Minnewaska Burial Mound - 3 min drive
  • Minnewaska Golf Club - 7 min drive
  • Lake Minnewaska - 8 min drive
  • Pope County Historical Museum - 8 min drive
  • Peter Sunset Beach Resort - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 132 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Minnewaska House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gather Coffee + Bristro - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Princess Minnewaska Burial Mound and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Minnewaska Golf Club. Lake Minnewaska and Pope County Historical Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surprising large cabin on peninsula, so very private
Roomy cabin, super clean and quiet. Loved the 8 track player with tapes, it brought back fond memories. Well stocked kitchen and comfy beds. Canoes kayaks and life vests available to use. Sadly it rained so we will have to come back to give those a try.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the lake house, being able to just walk outside and go fishing, canoeing or kayaking was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable
Nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Gathering Spot
The aging Camper Girls decided to Glamp this year and what a great spot we found. Gorgeous lake views, a fire ring for our camper pies and s'mores, a bed for all and running water! We loved it.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Berton O.

Liked: Cleanliness
it was ok
place could use some repair and updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Marie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty view
We needed a place to stay fir a wedding, it worked well. Watched osprey and bald eagles and saw some pelicans on the lake. Kayaking was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous views and quiet, peaceful getaway.
Family of 3 enjoyed this beautifully secluded cottage for a long summer weekend. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen contained everything we needed for the weekend. Communication with the owner couldn’t have been smoother or easier. The location was excellent with expansive views of the lake from several rooms. The canoe/kayak equipment was excellent and gave us the opportunity to tour the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Giant Oak Cabin
We enjoyed our time. The cabin fit our needs. Who needs television and Wi-Fi! There was so much to enjoy: the lake, the kayaks and canoes, the fire pit, the books, the games, the stunning sunrises and moon over the lake and the privacy of a clean, well maintained cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
Property was everything they said it was. Very nice setting. Wish I could have spent more time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shari K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy memories!
Wonderful vacation home! We enjoyed the convenient kitchen, the book shelf and nice chairs, the piano to sing around in the evening and the comfortable beds to sleep in. We have many happy mrmories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
Nice relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unplugged and peaceful
This property was very peaceful and calming. It's at the end of a road in a point. It has neighbors but, you can't see them or hear them from this place. The house is a little dated, but well kept. No TV or WiFi, just nature and family. We really enjoyed our stay. We saw so many turtles, from snappers to painted, lots of fish, good fishing off the dock, even see carp spawning right on the shoreline of this place. The bird house was full of baby birds, lots of pelicans, geese and goslings, and even a green heron. The kayaks and conoes were a big hit with the family as well. It's nice to not have to bring our own to fully enjoy this lake. The house has everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Kitchen was pretty well stocked with what we needed to cook with. Nice charcoal grill. The beds were nice and comfortable. The hosts were very prompt and courteous. We had a coffee pot stop working and they were there within 20 with another one. All in all, if you want a peaceful place to enjoy nature and relax, this is a great place to stay. We really hope we can stay here again next year when we come to this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pelican lake
On vacation from Alaska, enjoyed the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful lake home!
We had a wonderful family vacation. The home was beautiful and stocked with everything you need for a vacation away! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marty C., Oshkosh

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay
Came to Glenwood for our annual visit and once again stayed at the Giant Oak Cabin. Such a great place to gather with family! Already looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warren J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Lovely place. Wish we had time to stay longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin by the lake
The view and location is beautiful. The cabin is spacious and clean. The furniture is dated but honestly it added to the charm of a real lake cabin vs some rentals full of ikea furniture. If we're in the area we would 100% stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

dawn M j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
The cabin is at the end of the road so felt very private with great views of the lake. Hoping to bring the grandkids maybe next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Sandy S.

Great cabin for a family
Had lots of room in this cabin. Outdoor space was nice fur a bonfire and taking out the canoe. There is no Wi-Fi or TV in this cabin so be sure to have enough for kids to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful lake house!
We stayed for 4 days- a family of 5 ages 21 to 90 years of age. The property was delightful. We enjoyed the views both inside and outside. Beds were extremely comfortable. We took the canoe on the lake, barbecued meals, and overall just had a great experience. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marty C., Oshkosh

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay!
Third time staying at this property. We absolutely love it and are already planning our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was very nice.
We were very happy with the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun in the winter, too!
Our family rented this place for Christmas, and it worked out great! There is a good amount of space both upstairs and downstairs for entertaining. We enjoyed sledding down the hill and ice skating on the lake, too! The views of the lake and sunrise are amazing, and the abundance of windows allowed our older family members to watch the kids sledding and skating from the comfort of the indoors. The outside lights were bright enough to light up the lakeshore and allow sledding and skating after dark. The lack of WiFi and Television were a concern for some of the guests, but there was plenty to do without them. Access to WiFi might make the property a better option for a longer winter getaway for those who might want to get away, but still need to stay connected for work. Overall, a great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marty C., Oshkosh

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great visit
Another great visit - we especially enjoyed our morning coffee in front of the large picture window(s) while watching a deer graze in the yard. Looking forward to our next visit in April!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Be prepared!
As listed in many of the other reviews this is a very nice piece of property is very quiet at the end of a dead end Road. The boat landing is very close so easy to get your boat in and over to the private dock. Although the wind was a factor when we were there my husband was still able to get some fishing in! Town was very close and convenience if there are things that you need or simply want to get something to eat. Overall the house is very nice, there are a good amount of stairs to get down to the lake which may be difficult for older guests or those with mobility issues. The bedrooms do indeed fit 8 people although the bunk beds do not have a ladder and the top bunk does not have a railing so my daughter chose to sleep on the floor since she did not feel safe up top.( I did mention this to the property owner) like many Lake homes the basement is a little musty smelling but nothing overbearing. The couple of surprises that we got was that the kitchen was not well-enough equipped with pots and pans and things for cooking so I ended up having to cook part of meals and then do dishes so that I could complete the cooking process. For grilling be sure to bring charcoal and lighter fluid. Also this property does not allow smoking anywhere, even Outdoors and they do not permit disposal of any cigarette butts or products in the garbage cans. One of our guests had luggage that had very strong cigarette smell which despite our efforts still left the room smelling slightly smokey and was notified afterwards of a potential charge to clean that smell out. So this property is for non smokers only!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021