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Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat

Surround yourself with peaceful nature sounds while paddling across the lake. Enjoy cozy nights in by the fire pit under starry skies.

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Terrace/patio
Books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Books
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat

This quiet property sits at the end of a dead-end road and is surrounded by water on three sides. Huge windows in both the living room and family room display gorgeous lake views. Three bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms can accommodate up to 8 people. The house is stocked with games, books, cozy chairs, and even a piano. A small walking path winds through the property woods. There is a canoe, and kayaks for guest use as well as a fire pit, grill, and lake-facing patio.

Property manager

Laurie Musselman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Arcade/game room
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Giant Oak Cabin - A Perfect Lakeside Retreat Glenwood

About the neighborhood

Map
Glenwood, MN

What's nearby

  • Princess Minnewaska Burial Mound - 3 min drive
  • Minnewaska Golf Club - 7 min drive
  • Lake Minnewaska - 8 min drive
  • Barsness Park - 8 min drive
  • Peter Sunset Beach Resort - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud) - 132 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Minnewaska House Brewing Co + Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gather Coffee + Bristro - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Princess Minnewaska Burial Mound and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Minnewaska Golf Club. Lake Minnewaska and Pope County Historical Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Giant Oak Cabin - A perfect lakeside retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the lake house, being able to just walk outside and go fishing, canoeing or kayaking was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property
Nice relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surprising large cabin on peninsula, so very private
Roomy cabin, super clean and quiet. Loved the 8 track player with tapes, it brought back fond memories. Well stocked kitchen and comfy beds. Canoes kayaks and life vests available to use. Sadly it rained so we will have to come back to give those a try.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Lovely place. Wish we had time to stay longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marty C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay
Came to Glenwood for our annual visit and once again stayed at the Giant Oak Cabin. Such a great place to gather with family! Already looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable
Nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pelican lake
On vacation from Alaska, enjoyed the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shari K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy memories!
Wonderful vacation home! We enjoyed the convenient kitchen, the book shelf and nice chairs, the piano to sing around in the evening and the comfortable beds to sleep in. We have many happy mrmories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Gathering Spot
The aging Camper Girls decided to Glamp this year and what a great spot we found. Gorgeous lake views, a fire ring for our camper pies and s'mores, a bed for all and running water! We loved it.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful lake home!
We had a wonderful family vacation. The home was beautiful and stocked with everything you need for a vacation away! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Property was everything they said it was. Very nice setting. Wish I could have spent more time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

sharon b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and View
We enjoyed watching and hearing the martins in the backyard, we saw pelicans on the lake when we were kayaking (happy to have 3 provided), we played games on the game table and enjoyed hiking, disc golf and wineries in the area. It was a great get-away location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Marie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pretty view
We needed a place to stay fir a wedding, it worked well. Watched osprey and bald eagles and saw some pelicans on the lake. Kayaking was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sandy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin for a family
Had lots of room in this cabin. Outdoor space was nice fur a bonfire and taking out the canoe. There is no Wi-Fi or TV in this cabin so be sure to have enough for kids to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Giant Oak Cabin
We enjoyed our time. The cabin fit our needs. Who needs television and Wi-Fi! There was so much to enjoy: the lake, the kayaks and canoes, the fire pit, the books, the games, the stunning sunrises and moon over the lake and the privacy of a clean, well maintained cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous views and quiet, peaceful getaway.
Family of 3 enjoyed this beautifully secluded cottage for a long summer weekend. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen contained everything we needed for the weekend. Communication with the owner couldn’t have been smoother or easier. The location was excellent with expansive views of the lake from several rooms. The canoe/kayak equipment was excellent and gave us the opportunity to tour the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful lake house!
We stayed for 4 days- a family of 5 ages 21 to 90 years of age. The property was delightful. We enjoyed the views both inside and outside. Beds were extremely comfortable. We took the canoe on the lake, barbecued meals, and overall just had a great experience. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Berton O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
it was ok
place could use some repair and updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Deb D., Otsego

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Fun Family Weekend
Cabin was nice with a beautiful view of the lake out 3 sides. I would consider the cabin a "true cabin", meaning there wasn't a lot of luxury, but what we had did keep us comfortable, clean and dry. It felt like staying at grandma's cabin (in a good way). They had an eight track player with a variety of tapes to play, that was a blast from the past. Fun to see the pelicans on the lake in the evening, saw a deer wonder through one morning. Fishing was good right off the dock, but was nice to have a boat there also. All in all this is nice place to stay and would come back for another weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us.
We rented the Giant Oak Cabin for a guys weekend get together and it couldnt have been more perfect. The process went very smoothly with the owners being good communicators. We arrived and although definately an older home, it was good sized with plenty of room. Now if you want TV or Wifi, this isnt for you but if you want a place that is surrounded by water on three sides with lots of room for outdoor games, then this is perfect! As a group we just wanted to hang out by the lake, grill out, play some bags and have a campfire. This property checked all those boxes. The large dining room table was perfect for cards at night as well as was large enough for 7 of us to eat meals together there. The views of the lake are fantastic! The only negatives were that the water was definately "lake water" and the cabin smelled like an older cabin, but neither of those are deal breakers, you are staying at the lake, its what we expected. We would definately stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unplugged and peaceful
This property was very peaceful and calming. It's at the end of a road in a point. It has neighbors but, you can't see them or hear them from this place. The house is a little dated, but well kept. No TV or WiFi, just nature and family. We really enjoyed our stay. We saw so many turtles, from snappers to painted, lots of fish, good fishing off the dock, even see carp spawning right on the shoreline of this place. The bird house was full of baby birds, lots of pelicans, geese and goslings, and even a green heron. The kayaks and conoes were a big hit with the family as well. It's nice to not have to bring our own to fully enjoy this lake. The house has everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Kitchen was pretty well stocked with what we needed to cook with. Nice charcoal grill. The beds were nice and comfortable. The hosts were very prompt and courteous. We had a coffee pot stop working and they were there within 20 with another one. All in all, if you want a peaceful place to enjoy nature and relax, this is a great place to stay. We really hope we can stay here again next year when we come to this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin by the lake
The view and location is beautiful. The cabin is spacious and clean. The furniture is dated but honestly it added to the charm of a real lake cabin vs some rentals full of ikea furniture. If we're in the area we would 100% stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

dawn M j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
The cabin is at the end of the road so felt very private with great views of the lake. Hoping to bring the grandkids maybe next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marty C., Oshkosh

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay!
Third time staying at this property. We absolutely love it and are already planning our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very nice.
We were very happy with the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022