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Booking now - Summer 2025 Enjoy peaceful Miller Lake in our cozy little cabin.

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New deck, grill, & table. Perfect for relaxing in the shade or dining.
Property grounds
Lake
Miscellaneous
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Brainerd, MN
  • Mille Lacs Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Paul Bunyan Land
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Grand Casino Mille Lacs
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Booking now - Summer 2025 Enjoy peaceful Miller Lake in our cozy little cabin.

The cabin sits in deep shade with a beautiful view of secluded Miller Lake. It is located 5 miles NW of Garrison MN and sleeps 4-5 comfortably. There are 2 bedrooms with queen size beds and dressers for clothing storage. Pack & Play available upon request. Open floor plan features living room (queen sofa sleeper) and kitchen with dishes/glassware, pots & pans, utensils, toaster, microwave, coffeemaker etc. Gas & charcoal grill provided. 1 Bathroom (REMODELED/enlarged 2020-pics do not do justice) w/ cool round shower--no tub. A wood burning stove is the only source of heat in the cabin, wood is provided.

Wi-fi, TV with ROKU and DVD player. Property is treated through the summer for mosquitos.

The cabin DOES NOT have cable, laundry, air conditioning --the cabin stays cool in the summer due to the shade. Ceiling fan and bedroom fans are provided.

**Please bring your own beach towels, paper products etc.

Activities: 2 kayaks provided, paddling around the lake in the pontoon paddleboat, row boat, stand up paddle board, swimming, fishing, hiking and of course relaxing! Outdoor fire pit- lots of wood provided for toasting marshmallows and sitting around the campfire. Listen for the loons and barred owls. Go see the eagle's nest at the south end of the lake. Gated launch available for your own boat. NEW dock May 2022, NEW deck and gas grill!

Nearby attractions: Garrison - restaurants, grocery, liquor store, bait shop (3 miles), Garrison VFW -- Thur BINGO, Fri -- Meat Raffle, Brainerd- bike trail, arboretum, theaters, Safari North Wildlife Park, Brainerd International Raceway (20 miles), breweries, launch fishing on Mille Lacs Lake, Grand Casino (15 miles), 4 golf courses nearby, Rogers Berry Farm (1 mile) has u-pick blueberries when in season. Pickleball is free at Rutgers- 6 outdoor courts (6 miles). Crosby (12 miles) is a great little town with pickleball courts, many restaurants, a wine bar, brewery, cute little shops and a Super One grocery store. Don't miss Macdaddy's Donut garage in neighboring Ironton. For more activities there is trail biking and the iron ore pits.

Property manager

Rick Taplin
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Brainerd

Located in Brainerd, this cabin is on a lake. The Lakes and Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Paul Bunyan Land and This Old Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, fishing, and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Brainerd, MN

What's nearby

  • Borden Lake - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mille Lacs Lake - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Paul Bunyan Land - 18 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Grand Casino Mille Lacs - 23 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 41 min drive - 39.1 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bird's Nest - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lonesome Pine Restaurant and Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Green Lantern - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Garrison VFW - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Booking now - Summer 2025 Enjoy peaceful Miller Lake in our cozy little cabin. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Booking now - Summer 2025 Enjoy peaceful Miller Lake in our cozy little cabin.?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Booking now - Summer 2025 Enjoy peaceful Miller Lake in our cozy little cabin.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Booking now - Summer 2025 Enjoy peaceful Miller Lake in our cozy little cabin. located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Wilson Lake and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Lake Westerberg. Hesitation Wildlife Management Area and Borden Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annette F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lake Spot

This spot was great for a quiet vacation right on the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Get Away

Beautiful property! Cabin was very clean and the location was great! Rick and Cindy are knowledgeable about the area and very helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Al S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place

Was a great cabin to stay at, perfect+++
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Lake

Cozy cabin on beautifully landscaped lot. Great dock with rocking chairs. Nice warm lake for floating and relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to celebrate our 31st wedding anniversary.

Very peaceful area & adorable cabin. We enjoyed coffee on the dock, paddle boating, kayaking, fishing, listening to the Loons & watching the Eagles. We found the Eagle's nest. At the end of our adventurous days we relaxed around the fire.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to spend time away from the hustle & bustle of everyday work life

Great experience and time well spent away from busy work life. Hosts are fantastic and we would recommend staying here to anyone! Cabin is setup well, clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Private lake with beautiful clear water. Very little boat traffic so kayaking was wonderful. Great time to teach my 11 yr old grandson. So quiet and peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miles O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Healing, peaceful, perfect getaway from the ills of the world. Will return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It was perfect. My husband used the paddle pontoon every morning to fish. Rick helped us make a fire one night that was great. We sat on the rockers at the end of the dock each day just enjoying the lake. It was truly a cozy and comfortable cabin. It was easy to find and close to things to do. Rick and Cindy are very nice and have a lovely place. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer trip to cooler weather

Cabin was as advervised. Quiet with a good location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

BRUCE T., Lincoln

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time and place ….

We will plan on going again….caught nice pike and bass off the paddle boat…..exercise and fishing at same time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Peaceful Retreat

This property is absolutely beautiful and provided us with a week of relaxation and beauty. The cabin gave us all that we needed and was extremely clean and attractive. The hosts accommodated our every need and provided us with great dining suggestions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, cool

We escaped the heat wave and enjoyed cool breezes and great sleeping weather at this quiet, picturesque little cabin. Just what we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelia M.

Gorgeous!

We had a wonderful week at this cabin! It was perfect. Couldn't have asked for better hosts. Very accommodating will definitely go again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

BRUCE T., Lincoln

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful fall getaway!

very QUIET lake after Labor Day!! loved being to fish off the paddle boat provided. Location is excellent to go to many different lakes to fish and explore the many unique surrounding towns. Definitely going back next year
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

ned r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

My family and I had a wonderful time. Relaxed, swam, and fished. Caught sunnies off the dock. Also caught Northern and Bass on the pontoon. The hosts were wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S., Cannon Falls, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet

We enjoyed our Mom/Sister extended weekend getaway. We caught lots of fish paddling around the lake on the peddle pontoon. This was also a great location close to our favorite shops in Nisswa and Brainerd. Rick and Cindy are great hosts and have a beautifully maintained property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

LeRon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

Beautiful clear lake, awesome peddle-boat and kayaks. Had the lake to ourselves. Had a lot of firewood for the toasty wood stove and fire pit. Great glider on the dock for watching the sunrise and magnificent stars. Very relaxing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little piece of paradise

Fun family vacation. Cabin fit our family of 5 perfectly. Fishing was good, our girls loved fishing off the dock and swimming. Our son enjoyed taking the kayak out to fish the rest of the lake. Water was nice, warm and clean. Great shallow swimming off the dock for our kids. Thank you Taplins' for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen T., Hampton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brainerd

Everything was great. This was the second time staying here and it diy disappoint.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restful Vacation

The property is very well maintained with convenient access to the lake. You can swim right off the dock. We used the provided paddleboat and kayaks frequently. The lake itself is clean and very quiet. The hosts were welcoming and the cabin had everything we needed. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful fishing spot

This place was beautiful. So much shade! Plenty of places to sit and enjoy the views of the lake or fish from the dock. Paddle pontoon was so fun. Loons and eagles were cool to watch. Bass fishing was great. Caught several pike and lots of sun fish. Hosts were super nice! Would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a quiet fishing spot or a peaceful place to relax and read a book. Word of advice though: bring mosquito repellant! If you make sure & wear it you'll be fine but if you forget it they can be bad.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin

The cabin was perfect for our family. It was spacious and very clean, the bathroom was probably the nicest bathroom I have seen in a cabin. The lake was clean and the kids loved swimming off the dock. We also caught several fish right off the dock. We enjoyed going out in the paddle boat and the kayaks as well. There was space around the cabin for the kids to run and play and the fire pit next to the lake was great. Would highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

6/10 Okay

Frank B.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Not for old people or people with any disabilities.

To close to the host! Hard to get your belongings in the cabin, as was too many steps. Sign says Please do not drive or park on the grass. The host was always out in the yard doing yard work or using leaf blower and cutting wood. We are in our 80’s.The place was given a 10 and said exceptional. Needs more info. on information. He did help us unpack, but not when we left, supplied us with wood for the stove. Kayaks were out two days and then he put them away.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility

This was an ideal spot for peace and quiet. The cabin was very clean and comfortable. We loved the pontoon paddle boat! This is what we used to go fishing and we paddled around much of the lake. We also enjoyed the kayaks and floaties. The glider swing at the end of the dock was the perfect place to enjoy our morning coffee. It was a wonderful vacation away from the Cities!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Rick Taplin

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Hi! We are Rick & Cindy Taplin. We have owned the property since 1996. We have recently retired and our home is next door to the guest cabin. We love it up here and hope you enjoy your time here as well! We have 2 grown children, 2 grandsons and 2 granddaughters--who we love to visit in the Twin Cities. Rick is an avid runner and I enjoy pickleball. We also enjoy gardening, fishing, spending time on the lake and bonfires with friends. Please join us!

Why they chose this property

Miller Lake is a quiet, private lake since there is no public access. The water is very clear and you can catch panfish right off the dock or from the paddleboat. At night you can fall asleep listening to the loons and owls. It's an easy drive from the Twin Cities but has an 'up north' woodsy feel.

What makes this property unique

The cabin and landscaped yard are clean and well kept. It is easily accessible to grocery stores etc and attractions around Brainerd.

Languages:

English

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