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Beautiful Year Round Historic Cabin on Big Birch Lake

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Melrose, MN
  • Birch Lakes State Forest
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Lake Sylvia Wayside
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Big Birch Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful Year Round Historic Cabin on Big Birch Lake

Year round views like no other! Beautiful historic cozy cabin. Perfect for family holidays, couples getaways, or friends. Full front windows looking at beautiful Big Birch Lake. 40 minutes from St Cloud, 1 1/2 hours from Minneapolis, 20 minutes (9 miles) to Sauk Centre. Paved driveway and parking off of a quiet paved road. Summer fun, fall colors, winter snowmobiling, ice fishing. Any time of year is amazing! Comfy couches, nostalgic hard wood floors throughout. Two bedrooms, one bath, kitchen, dining area that seats 8. Sleeps 6 very comfortably with a queen bed, a twin over double bunk bed, a twin daybed with twin trundle, can sleep 8 with the big couch looking out at the lake. Fully stocked kitchen with stove, fridge, microwave, pots, pans, dishes, utensils, towels, coffee maker, French press, toaster, crock pot, paper towels etc. Bath towels and linens included. Minutes from Big Birch State forest with hiking and biking trails galore. Bring your boat or rent our pontoon boat. You will have a dock out front. All of the water toys like floaties, kayaks, and a lilypad are available for your fun! Bring your snowmobile or rent snowmobiles right on the lake! Great ice fishing!
We live next door and share our small beach with you. There is a breezeway connection between the two homes, but the cabin is in no way connected to our house. It is completely separate. You will have a fire pit, wood & a propane grill. If you have any requests, just ask, and we will do our best to accommodate you!
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be within walking distance of Birch Lakes State Forest. The cabin includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, fireplace and living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Birch Lakes State Forest and 9 minutes from Lake Sylvia Wayside
Beautiful Year Round Historic Cabin on Big Birch Lake offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Melrose cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Dawn

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,305 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Note from host: Children must be supervised at all times!

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: Please let us know about events prior to booking!
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Beautiful 2 Bedroom Cabin on Big Birch Lake
Beautiful Year Round Historic Cabin on Big Birch Lake Cabin
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Beautiful Year Round Historic Cabin on Big Birch Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location on Big Birch lake
The house was great and provided everything we needed, the hosts Dawn and Rocky were great and very easy to communicate with. Definitely will be staying with them again when in the area!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
Peacefull, serene, relaxing. Comfortable stay with all the needed amenities. Hosts were warm and friendly. Make no mistake, youre staying next to full time resident owners, but they were great. un comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mchael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place on BBL
Dawn was great, and the cabin was awesome!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronna E.

Liked: Cleanliness
View cannot be beat!
The entire backside of the property is windows overlooking the lake - what a lovely spot to sit and enjoy! Dawn could not have been easier to work with - she was quick to respond to any question I might have. The cabin is just what we needed - we rented the boat, did some fishing (there is a spot to clean fish on the side of the house), had a fire, ate outside overlooking the lake - we were only inside to sleep. The kitchen was well supplied, plenty of towels in the bathroom - there was even some beach towels situated by the back door.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer 2024
The cabin was clean and full of accommodations and spectacular views of the lake. Dawn and Rocky were great hosts and tended to all of our needs. The area was super quiet and peaceful. The lake was full of fish. Caught some crappie, sunny, walleye, and bass. Definite must stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, clean, convenient
Property is exactly as listed. Very clean, great view from the living room. The property owners are fast to respond to any needs, and were great to work with. The water, and beach are literally steps from the front door. If we were ever in the area again, we would definitely come back here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Big Birch Getaway
We had a lovely stay at this cabin! Dawn was friendly and communicative as a host. The house was clean, and had beautifully large windows that overlooked the lake. It was a fantastic view! Comfortable couches for lounging, fast wifi, and an enjoyable grassy area right outside the door for the kids to run around and play. We especially loved the little beach area and that we could use the host’s lilypad, lifejackets, and other outdoor items. Nearby in town we found some really fun playgrounds for the kids and a yummy ice cream shop. We would 100% stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had a great vacation on Big Birch Lake. The cabin was clean and had what we needed. Everything from check in to check out went smoothly. A great place for an outdoor vacation, making memories at the lake!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
What a relaxing stay! The cabin is just as it advertised. It had everything you needed to have a great stay. The owners next door were so kind and accommodating. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant M.

Liked: Cleanliness
45th anniversary
Very nice. Everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Birch Lake
The hosts were great to work with. The lake is beautiful and clear. We enjoyed the fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Great hosts and place on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 Stars!
We walked into this cabin and the first words out of my mouth were “WOW!” The scenery cannot be beat, our hosts were incredibly helpful and kind, and the cabin quickly felt like a second home. Anyone who stays here will never want to leave the tranquility and peace that being here will bring you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
Our family had an amazing vacation at this property. The owners went above and beyond and everything was great. I would highly recommend staying at this location/rental if you are looking for chill, relaxation, and a fun beach area and memories to be made with your family!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Cabin!
This is a great cabin right on the water! Wonderful amenities. Our family enjoyed our time on Big Birch Lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Birch Lake
Dawn was SUPER helpful and accommodating. The View from those windows in the cabin is UNBEATABLE. The beds were more comfortable than mine at home. Lots of antiques and historical decor really made it feel like stepping back in time, and yet every modern convenience is there.The lake has some good hot spots for fishing and many boat ramps for launching. Recomend driving your boat to the other side of the lake and docking for a meal and drinks at the Historical Rock Tavern. Also, if you are fishing get your bait in Sauk Center at Fletchers bait shop, Mr. Fletcher is very knowledgeable. Over all it was a great place with hosts who really care. We WILL be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

bill m., Denver, Colorado

fishing trip
The cabin does have a dock and a fishing cleaning table with water hose. It does have a fire stick for TV etc. Dawn is the host with Rocky her husband and they were very helpful in all things. The fire pit was supplied with all the wood you wanted.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away
The house was well furnished and decorated so quaintly. Even though there's a breezeway that attaches the rental to the owner's home, it was very private; basically just like any next door neighbor. The hosts were very hospitable and available, but not intrusive at all. The lakeside setting was peaceful and the big windows have a stunning view of sunsets!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it.
Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed
We had a great an enjoyable stay. The hosts are very accommodating. The cabin is nice and very well setup. We had family come to visit us and they too enjoyed the property for the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend at the cabin
It was really relaxing and the kids loved the little beach. Host was very responsive
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vintage Cabin
It was a nice quiet relaxing stay. The cabin was quaint and rustic. Very vintage inside. Felt like I was back in the 1950’s. Bed was comfortable. The view of the lake was spectacular! Kitchen was nice and had a nice dining table. Bathroom was small but it did the job. My only complaint was the Air conditioning wasn’t working properly so it did get warm inside. And the owners dogs would come visit periodically and loved to crap on the grass in front of the cabin in the mornings. Had to becareful where you walked. The check in process was easy and quick. Overall we had a nice stay with family. Of course it rained both days lol
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cabin feel
Very nice cabin. All the amenities that you need. Great view of the lake. Dawn and rocky were awesome. Definitely rebooking!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden little gem
My wife and I invited another couple for a weekend to get away and celebrate his birthday. The place was in between where we each live and very easy to find from the Twin Cities. The cabin is attached to the owner’s home yet felt very private. The place was well stocked with supplies so no real need to bring anything other than food. The place was warm, cozy and had a great view of the lake. Really enjoyed just sitting and watching the wind blow snow. Went out snowshoeing in the afternoon and enjoyed the walk and viewing all the homes around the lake. Our last night, we ran into a small issue with the home and our host did a terrific job in dealing with the issue and accommodating us. Overall, an excellent experience and would come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice lake spot
Good location and hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022