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Cozy Cottage Steps From the Water

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A lakeside cabin with a dock, boats, and a grassy area with trees.
A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, and microwave, wooden walls, a dining table with chairs, and a small seating area with a lamp.
A cabin with a dining area, a sofa, and a view of a lake.
A playground with swings, a slide, and a small wooden house.
A cabin with a brown leather couch, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a window overlooking a lake.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Emily, MN
  • Place, Lake Mary
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gull Lake
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Brainerd International Raceway
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Emily

This cabin places you next to Lake Mary and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Ruth Lake. The cabin includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Lake Mary - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 27 min drive - 26.5 miles
  • Cross Lake Recreation Area - 28 min drive - 22.1 miles
  • Gull Lake - 47 min drive - 49.0 miles
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 54 min drive - 55.0 miles

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pickled Loon Saloon of Emily - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Red Pine Cookhouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Village Inn - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Log Cabin Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Duke's Cafe - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Cottage Steps From the Water

New on AirBNB, but operating in Emily MN as a premier resort for over 20 years! This charming cabin is located just steps from the lake, offering breathtaking views from the large, picturesque front window. Inside, it features two cozy bedrooms, a comfortable living room, a full kitchen and bath. The cabin has been recently updated with new windows and siding throughout, ensuring a fresh and modern feel. It can comfortably accommodate up to 4 guests.

Our scenic property offers something for everyone. With 150 feet of pristine sandy beach, guests can enjoy hours of family fun and activities. The lakes provide excellent fishing opportunities, with Walleye, Northern Pike, and a variety of Sunfish, Crappies, Perch, and Bass caught by our guests each season right from the dock!

The property also features a private boat launch and two docks, one with a bench where you can relax and enjoy the stunning view of Lake Mary. Paddle boats, kayaks, and horseshoes are just a few of the activities available. Additional amenities include a children’s play area, a regulation-sized sand volleyball court, tetherball, a fire pit, and a fish cleaning station. For your convenience, picnic tables and outdoor grills are also provided for your enjoyment.

These amenities are shared among three modern housing options, ensuring a fun and comfortable experience for all guests.

Our resort is located just 35 minutes from Mille Lacs Casino, with neighboring towns such as Nisswa, Outing, Walker, Crosby, Cross Lake, and Brainerd nearby. These towns offer a wide variety of shopping, dining and entertainment for all ages.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. The cabin also includes a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Property is also known as

471431

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this cabin?

This cabin is located in Emily, just steps from Lake Mary. You'll also find Emily Lake and Ruth Lake within a short drive.

Is this cabin adjacent to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

How close is the airport from this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional), which is about 26.7 mi away.

Cozy Cottage Steps From the Water Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! I would stay again for sure! The view of the lake is amazing and my kids loved playing in the sand the whole time!Some things to note if you stay here!We were given one thing of toilet paper, so maybe bring some from home too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view. Right on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026