Ethel's Cottage-on the shore of Gull Lake Nisswa MN

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9.6Outstanding
(14 Ratings)
Beautiful cabin with spacious layout and lovely surroundings. Perfect for enjoying the lake, bird watching, and campfires on the beach.
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9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(14 Ratings)

Cabin in Nisswa, MN

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

About this cabin rental

****Please note that we request weekly rental or longer during the summer and winter seasons. We will consider weekend or shorter stay rentals within 14 days of requested dates. We will also accept shorter stays the months of September, October, November, March, April and May.


Enjoy premier Gull Lake with a sandy beach, sunshine, and beautiful sunsets at this charming cottage. Within walking distance, and quick access to the public areas (coffee shop, ice cream and candy shop, restaurants) of the historic Grand View Lodge, Minnesota’s premier golf and spa resort, makes this the perfect location. Spa treatments and golf option available to public.

This charming cottage includes 3 bedrooms (two bedrooms with a queen size bed, and one bedroom with full size bed, and twin over full bunkbed) and 1 bathroom, full kitchen, stackable washer and dryer, lake front deck, private dock with swim ladder and boat lift (accommodates up to a 22" runabout style boat or a pontoon) and detached 1 car garage (used for storage of items such as beach chairs, grill, water toys. etc.). If you are looking for a real cabin feel, this cannot be beat!

This is a historic cottage built in the 30's, and is located on the "gold coast" of Gull Lake. This cottage has been in our family for over 50 years, and was Ethel's full time residence for over 10 years.

Neighbors of long-standing border each side of the property in this residential community, and it's an ideal accommodation for families and couples for a relaxing vacation.

Outdoor recreation opportunities abound in the Brainerd Lakes Area, whatever the season.
Gull Lake is great for all water sports, water skiing, swimming, sailing and there are several restaurants on the lake as well (Bar Harbor, Zorbaz, Lost Lake Lodge, Ernie’s, Grandview Lodge and other resort restaurants).
Gull Lake is rated among the top 80 fishing lakes in the United States, with bass, walleye, northern pike, and pan fish. It's a fisherman and outdoor lover's paradise!
If you love golf, be sure to check out some of the area’s top-rated golf courses in the country, all located within close proximity.
There are many local attractions within a few miles of the cottage. The shops and eateries in downtown Nisswa, local favorites include Chocolate Ox (also one located on the Grand View property) Rafferty's Pizza, Big Axe Brewery, Stonehouse coffee shop. There are also numerous fun family activities - water parks, Nisswa Turtle Races, Brainerd International Speedway and the paved Paul Bunyan Trail (biking, skating, jogging and walking trail), mini golf, go carts, zip lining, fishing guide services, water equipment rentals, and so much more.

Whether this is your first trip to Minnesota’s Brainerd Lakes Area, or an annual vacation, the relaxed feeling of this beautiful cabin will tempt you back year after year.

Key Residence Features:
- Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, wireless internet access, 1 55” TV with internet TV, washer/dryer, gas grill, sandy beach and access to some of the Grand View Lodge facilities
- Private dock with swim ladder and boat lift (accommodates up to a 22" runabout style boat, fishing boat or a pontoon). PLEASE NOTE THERE IS AN ADDITIONAL FEE TO USE THE BOAT LIFT.
- Fantastic level waterfront location on Gull Lake with spectacular sunset views.
-Two Paddleboards available
-Onsite Massage Available (inquire for more information)
-Private Chef / Catering Available (Inquire for more information)

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Amenities at Ethel's Cottage-on the shore of Gull Lake Nisswa MN

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(14 Ratings)
review starsSummary of reviews
Beautiful cabin with spacious layout and lovely surroundings. Perfect for enjoying the lake, bird watching, and campfires on the beach.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
Exactly what we were looking for! Most important to us was that we could bring our dog along and the location was perfect for us!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2024
What a wonderful cottage! It had the look and feel of what a lake cottage is all about! Nothing fancy but we had a great time!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2024
We had 5 guys on a golf trip. This cabin has an old charm and coziness to it that’s so relaxing. Very easy to unwind here and enjoy a wonderful stay on the shores of beautiful Gull Lake. Very clean throughout as well. Located conveniently for short boat rides to Zorbaz or Ernie’s for lunch/dinner. The owners were very thorough with the entire process. They were prompt in their replies any time I had questions. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
6.0 / 10.0Average·Jul 2017
The location, lake and the beach are fantastic. The cabin could use a good cleaning and much yard work. (mowing, weeding, trimming, tree trimming) Some of the windows did not open, some had no screens or torn screens. In the informational book on the cabin, the owners wrote that some of the windows did not open "good luck". Windows were extremely dirty. Shower curtain has not been changed in a long time. The shower did not drain well and we resorted to cleaning out the drain ourselves. We could not see the lake from the deck because of the untrimmed tree/bush. There were cobwebs under furniture. Within the 2 weeks we were there, we found a wallet and a checkbook from 2 previous renters. The washer and dryer could be updated or repaired since the dryer door is held shut by duct tape. My family enjoyed the 2 weeks at the cabin. We will rent from VRBO in the future but no this property. I do not feel that I am overly picky, but I do like a clean, well kept and maintained rental property.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cabin?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Ethel's Cottage-on the shore of Gull Lake Nisswa MN. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Ethel's Cottage-on the shore of Gull Lake Nisswa MN pet friendly?

Yes! This cabin is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Ethel's Cottage-on the shore of Gull Lake Nisswa MN?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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