Cabin in Crosslake, MN
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valueWell priced for this area
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About this cabin rental
If you love classic Minnesota cabins, your search is over. This beautifully restored lakefront cabin blends authentic 1960s charm with modern comforts—something that’s hard to find in newer builds. Originally built by my grandmother’s sister, the cabin has been in our family for decades. We purchased it and completed a full renovation in 2024, carefully preserving its character while upgrading every major system.
The open main level features a modern kitchen, cozy sitting area with a wood-burning fireplace, and a comfortable living room—all flowing out to a lakeside deck just 50 feet from the water. Prefer to be even closer? Enjoy your morning coffee or an evening drink on the over-water deck with firepit, a guest favorite.
Sleeping & Baths
Main-level primary suite with tile shower
Two upstairs bedrooms (lakeside bedroom includes a private balcony)
Second main-level bathroom with tile shower, perfect for upstairs guests
Amenities
2024 Bennington pontoon boat (included; mid-May to late September)
Aluminum canoe
Smart TV with local cable
Fiber-optic Wi-Fi
Air conditioning, new appliances, Kinetico water system
All mechanical systems fully updated in 2024
The Lake & Location
Located just 5 miles east of Crosslake, spring-fed Lake O’Brien boasts an impressive 24 feet of water clarity, the cleanest in the watershed district. The lake is surrounded by mature pines, with approximately 5 miles of shoreline—nearly a quarter of it protected state land.
Summer activities include fishing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, or simply floating and relaxing. A walkable sandbar is a popular gathering spot for kids of all ages. The quiet township road is ideal for morning walks or bike rides.
In winter, the lake transforms into a playground for ice fishing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling, with easy access to miles of groomed trails.
Good to Know
Ideal for families up to 6 or a couples retreat
Calendar is always kept up to date—if it’s available, it’s available
A detailed “what to bring” list is provided after booking
Owners live on the lake and can respond quickly if needed
We take great pride in keeping the cabin, equipment, and property pristine, and we’re confident your expectations will be exceeded. Truly, your only disappointment will be when it’s time to leave.
The open main level features a modern kitchen, cozy sitting area with a wood-burning fireplace, and a comfortable living room—all flowing out to a lakeside deck just 50 feet from the water. Prefer to be even closer? Enjoy your morning coffee or an evening drink on the over-water deck with firepit, a guest favorite.
Sleeping & Baths
Main-level primary suite with tile shower
Two upstairs bedrooms (lakeside bedroom includes a private balcony)
Second main-level bathroom with tile shower, perfect for upstairs guests
Amenities
2024 Bennington pontoon boat (included; mid-May to late September)
Aluminum canoe
Smart TV with local cable
Fiber-optic Wi-Fi
Air conditioning, new appliances, Kinetico water system
All mechanical systems fully updated in 2024
The Lake & Location
Located just 5 miles east of Crosslake, spring-fed Lake O’Brien boasts an impressive 24 feet of water clarity, the cleanest in the watershed district. The lake is surrounded by mature pines, with approximately 5 miles of shoreline—nearly a quarter of it protected state land.
Summer activities include fishing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, or simply floating and relaxing. A walkable sandbar is a popular gathering spot for kids of all ages. The quiet township road is ideal for morning walks or bike rides.
In winter, the lake transforms into a playground for ice fishing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling, with easy access to miles of groomed trails.
Good to Know
Ideal for families up to 6 or a couples retreat
Calendar is always kept up to date—if it’s available, it’s available
A detailed “what to bring” list is provided after booking
Owners live on the lake and can respond quickly if needed
We take great pride in keeping the cabin, equipment, and property pristine, and we’re confident your expectations will be exceeded. Truly, your only disappointment will be when it’s time to leave.
Amenities at Charming 3-bedroom Cabin on Lake O'Brien with Pontoon Boat
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Crosslake, MN
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
The finishes in this cabin are high quality and very impressive. This cabin was clearly renovated with great care. The owners must be very proud of this property. Check in could not have been easier. I text the host with one question and received a very fast response. It is very easy to recommend this place. The comforters are cushy and cozy. I liked the puzzle selection. Even high quality appliances. As we stayed in February, we really loved the wood burning fireplace.
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
This place and hosts are excellent. Quick and responsive communication. This place is decorated so nice, and is clean. We had everything we would ever need, even a huge stack of wood that made an indoor fire heavenly on a cold weekend. The beds were super comfortable, nice towels, showers and spacious kitchen allowed us all to cook and hang out. We loved the record player and collection of music. We wish we would have brought snow boots to walk around the frozen lake. It was a very quiet and peaceful place to stay. We will definitely hope to stay here again. Thank you Jeff and Lindsay for making us feel welcome and comfortable.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
It’s a beautiful space. Thank you for the batteries. The only thing was we only had one roll of paper towel so we ran out and started using tissues. And since we were doing a lot of cooking I brought a lot of kitchen ware. On the app it lists utensils but not specifics. So really nice that you had it all but I wouldn’t have brought my own had I known. Also, the website said no pets but the manual seemed to indicate that was allowed-with conditions? I probably would have brought our very small (cute) dog if allowed…Thanks again. Loved all of the detailed decorations. Used the fire all day/night.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
The Black Cabin was a beautiful long weekend oasis. It is beautifully decorated, comfortable, and had a very well stocked kitchen. Everything was also very new. We loved relaxing by the lake, fishing off the dock, and roasting marshmallows around the fire.The Balmer’s were great hosts. They were very responsive to any questions we had and proactive about communicating our upcoming stay. The cabin was pictured exactly as it was in reality. We would definitely stay again!
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(17 Ratings)
"The finishes in this cabin are high quality and very impressive. This cabin was clearly renovated with great care. The owners must be very proud of this property. Check in could not have been easier. ..."
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