Place, Federal Correctional Institution, Sandstone
24 min drive
Grand Casino Hinckley
Place, Grand Casino Hinckley
33 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Willow River
This cabin is located 1.2 mi (2 km) from Kettle River and within a 10-minute drive of Banning State Park. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
Federal Correctional Institution, Sandstone - 24 min drive - 15.8 miles
Grand Casino Hinckley - 33 min drive - 26.8 miles
Restaurants
Finlayson Bar - 12 min drive
Squirrel Cage - 8 min drive
Dave's Cafe - 9 min drive
End Zone Bar - 3 min drive
Crazy Mary's - 12 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.
Welcome to Shangri-Lodge.! Your 2 cabin retreat on a family friendly lake.
Stay comfortably in Willow River on Long Lake at Shangri Lodge! Shangri Lodge is nestled right at the shores edge with a large, quiet sand beach and 2 separate cabins so larger families can have their own space. Upper cabin has 2 large bedrooms both with amazing window views of the lake. 2 full bathrooms, open kitchen design attached to a cozy living room with a sliding glass door that leads to a large deck, all with fantastic views of the lake. The living room has a wood burning stove & smart tv on the wall. The amazing lower cabin can sleep a total of 8 people. This has 1 master bedroom with 1-queen size bed, queen size futon, a sliding glass door onto a large deck with bonfire & lake views. A unique office with a separate storm door entrance facing the lake, sky light and a trundle bed with 2-twin size beds. Large bathroom and separate "cave-like" shower room. The basement room has 1- trundle bed with 2-twin size beds, wood burning stove, small table seats 2, walk out sliding glass door facing the lake. It also offers additional sleeping options, guests will have plenty of room to relax and unwind. The large kitchen design is open to the living room. The living room has an electric fireplace set on the wall below a smart tv. Both cabins have a laundry area, equipped with a full size washer and dryer, dishwashers, electric stoves, gas grills and full sized refrigerators. Their are 2-docks set in place to create a safe swimming zone and a walk in private sand beach. Their is a brand new wood sauna with a small deck on the property facing the lake for your pleasure. At night, the lake gets as calm as glass, the stars brighter than ever, and if you sit real still you might get a visit from the local otters. In the morning you might see a mist covering the lake, here and see a loon or two. Grab a paddleboard or hop on the pedal pontoon and have some lake fun. Shangri Lodge will help you feel at home while you're getting away from city life in Willow River.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Things to do
Boat
Gym
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
Rules
Quiet time: 10:00pm - 8:00am
Please be respectful of others on the lake at all times.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: pets are allowed but must remain on a leash.
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 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 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: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
There are no elevators.
Frequently asked questions
Is there parking available at this cabin?
No, there isn't parking available at the cabin.
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.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Welcome to Shangri-Lodge.! Your 2 cabin retreat on a family friendly lake.?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this cabin, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each cabin with some featuring beach views.
Does Welcome to Shangri-Lodge.! Your 2 cabin retreat on a family friendly lake. have a hot tub?
No, but this cabin does have a sauna.
Does this cabin offer breakfast?
No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.
Are there connecting rooms at this cabin?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cabin.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Welcome to Shangri-Lodge.! Your 2 cabin retreat on a family friendly lake.?
Yes, every cabin at Welcome to Shangri-Lodge.! Your 2 cabin retreat on a family friendly lake. comes with a deck with some featuring beach views.
Welcome to Shangri-Lodge.! Your 2 cabin retreat on a family friendly lake. Reviews
Reviews
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Wonderful
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Josh T.
Aug 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The property is amazing for a big group. We had an Amazing time, and would recommend to anyone.
Josh T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melanie S.
Aug 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time here.There was plenty of room for our 2 families, indoor and outdoor. Enjoyed all the water toys they provided, that was a big plus. Fishing was good, catching crappies, northern, large mouth bass. Nice quiet lake.Plenty of wood for campfires and beautiful sauna provided. Pictures are exactly what you get.There are toys and games for the kids also.We will be back next summer!
Melanie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Sam E.
Aug 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Overall we liked the cabin. WiFi was weak at the other cabin.
Sam E.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Curtis H.
Aug 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice. There were 13 of us (two could not make the trip) from three families and everyone loved it there. The two cabins had comfortable sleeping for all of us. The lake was calm and clear and there were more watercraft at the house than were ever used at one time.The kitchen facilities made preparing large quantities easy to do.Highly recommended.
Curtis H.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danielle B.
Aug 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The cabins were very spacious & clean, I highly recommend this beautiful lodge!!
Danielle B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Trisha J., Mankato, MN
Aug 1, 2025
Family Cabin Weekend
We stayed at Shangri Lodge for our annual family cabin weekend. We are a large group of 17, including ages 4-65. Overall this property worked for our group. The outdoor space of this property was wonderful. There are two docks that are large and in good shape. There is a swimming area in between if you don’t mind weeds and a bit of muck. The lake is small and very brown. The fishing wasn’t great but we did catch some small sunfish and a couple bass. The yard was perfect for lawn games and the kids loved the ropes course. There were several kayaks and paddle boards available and they got used our whole stay. We also brought our boat, there is a public access but it is tiny and doesn’t have a dock. The cabins are spacious and had enough beds for our whole party. The large cabin only has one bedroom with a door though so it wasn’t the most ideal for the rest of those that stayed in it. There was also only one bathroom in the big cabin. The smaller cabin had plenty of space and each bedroom had a bathroom which was nice for those that stayed in that cabin. The pans, utensils, etc were limited in both cabins. There were some but not many so if you need something particular, I would recommend bringing it. There were several dirty dishes in the cupboard in both cabins, some not clean and some just seemed like it hadn’t been used much so it had dust or bugs on it. We just had to inspect everything before we used it. Other than one dirty dishes, both cabins were clean and tidy.
Trisha J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan B.
Jul 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was a wonderful stay. The yard and lake were great and the cabins cozy!
Megan B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alexander A.
Jul 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and great host.
Alexander A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
josie p.
Jul 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
josie p.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah K.
Jul 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect lake weekend
This rental was great! We used it for a weekend with friends. We had 12 adults and it’s slept everyone comfortably! I loved the canoes and paddle boards.
Sarah K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Noah R.
Jun 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Noah R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
4/10 Poor
Lisa O., St.Paul
Jun 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
There were several issues that i plan on addressing. Small house no heat. 55 degrees! Danielle was notified. I understand from my family that someone did come. Nothing fixed, no communication not even a heater was offered. I was able to borrow a heater for the kids in the unit. Not our responsibility. Large house has a sewer smell. Then when you use the shower the septic backs up into the kitchen sink along with a symphony of noises and waste. The sauna would not work. Peace of mind and family time disrupted. Beautiful place but vrbo was zero help and frustrating to communicate with. Insisted on pictures being sent when i was not connected to the internet and you had to stand in 1 spot to make a phone call. When you spend this kind of money i expect things to be maintained. I owned a 5 star vrbo on Rush lake believe me i never had any issues everything was checked to make sure it was operating prior to guests arriving.
Lisa O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael K.
Jun 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it here very beautiful and owners were very communicating with our stay and very quick at responding.