Waterfront Escape on Caribou Lake: Dock + Fire Pit

We had a great time on Caribou Lake! The property had plenty of space for all of us to spend some time alone - loved the screen porch for coffee in the morning! We also loved the large common space for both a movie night and playing games! Of course, it was great to be able to spend time on the water. We also got in a little fishing right off the dock!!

We've stayed at many different rental properties on the lake. This is the best in almost every way. A true log cabin with a spacious open floor plan, a huge outside deck overlooking the lake and an adjacent three season porch. But what sets this cabin apart from others we've stayed in on the lake are the bedrooms. An abundance of room in the master bedroom on the main floor and the multiple beds on the loft and basement levels. Good areas of natural light even on the basement level. A large landscaped firepit is in the back. To us everything has a new feeling to it. A bonus is that we didn't have to haul our garbage several miles into town which was a refreshing change to some of the other places we've stayed. From the kitchen to the bathrooms everything was very well equipped.

Good experience - just wished we knew they were building a home next to our rental. Difficult being in the woods and the noise you hear is pounding all day long.

Inside, the cabin is VERY clean, and well maintained. Large, several beds, plenty of dishes, silverware, pots, pans, bakeware, etc. The owners provide clear information and instructions throughout the cabin. Beds were comfortable with fantastic bedding; not old cabin bedding, but what appeared to be new coverlets, pillows, etc. Towels were soft and we were provided plenty of all types of towels (including kitchen). As noted in the listing, there is no air conditioning so it can get quite warm during the day especially in the loft. We found 2 fans in the cabin that helped although we needed to clean the larger fan as it had thick dust on the blades. Two of the bedrooms with doors and bunk beds are in the lowest level/basement. Beds look nice, but one room has a concrete floor. I say this for parents who have kids that may not be willing to sleep in the "basement" or you want them closer as the primary bedroom is on the main level. One of the basement rooms with bunks also has a queen sized bed. Outside is a different story and disappointing for such a well maintained inside. Deck that faces the lake was not an area we felt comfortable on as my husband noticed a few concerning spots. Screened porch has some gaps around the screens and doors, screen on one of the porch doors was held on by several push pins/tacks. Steps on porch were in the same condition as the deck and porch furniture was old with worn/stained cushions. Fire pit had plenty of good chairs to sit and enjoy a fire. However, the entire grounds around the cabin is over run with weeds including weeds coming up through all of the pavers around the fire pit. Kayaks provided (with life jackets) however, the area around the dock is very rocky so water shoes and ability to carry them up and down the stairs and launch them over rocks if you want to use them at the property. Appreciate they are available though! Small dock on the lake with a gorgeous view of Caribou Lake. Unfortunately because of the trees, you don't get the a good view from the cabin. You can see the lake, it just could be better with some tree care. If you don't care about the outside of the cabin and want a large space with several beds - this is a great cabin. I just don't know if the value is there for the price per night just for the inside. It is such a shame that the outdoor area has not received the same care as the inside.