Entire cabin

Free Boats - 3 Lakes + River - 50 Feet to the Lake

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Aitkin

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Free Boats - 3 Lakes + River - 50 Feet to the Lake

A room with a large window overlooking a lake and grassy area.
Property video
A house with a pond in the front yard, surrounded by trees and a dock.
A house with a large bay window, a deck, and a pond in front.
A spacious living room with large windows, a fireplace, and a cozy seating area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

View in a map
Aitkin, MN
  • Place, Hanging Kettle Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Spirit Lake
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Brainerd International Raceway
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Aitkin

On lake.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Aitkin cabin, you'll find Spirit Lake and Hanging Kettle Lake. Also, Lone Lake is within 3 miles (5 km) and Hammal Lake is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Hanging Kettle Lake - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Spirit Lake - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Grand Casino Mille Lacs - 35 min drive - 31.8 miles
  • Gull Lake - 54 min drive - 53.1 miles
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 59 min drive - 52.9 miles

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪40 Club Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Joint - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 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.

Free Boats - 3 Lakes + River - 50 Feet to the Lake

Lake Life on a Peaceful 3‑Lake Chain. Available Year Round!
Free kayaks, canoe, paddle boat, paddle board, lily pad & floats — plus 100 ft of private shoreline just steps from the deck.
Wake up in a modern lakefront home designed for slow mornings, full lake days, and firelit nights. Only 10 minutes to Aitkin and 25 minutes to the world‑famous Cuyuna MTB Trails. This is the place to take in all 4 of Minnesota's Seasons all you have to do is pick you dates!

Built for Families, Groups & Easy Lake Living
Designed so you relax the moment you arrive. Cozy, Modern, Beautiful and equipped for a perfect stay.

No steep stairs — shoreline is just steps from the deck

Gentle slope for easy water access

Open layout for families and groups

Pack‑n‑play, highchair, and kid essentials included

Smart TVs in every bedroom for downtime

Everything about this Lake Place is thoughtfully set up so your time at the lake is effortless.

Cuyuna MTB + Northwoods Adventure
Only 25 minutes from the Cuyuna Mountain Bike Trails — world‑class red‑dirt singletrack, flow trails, and scenic mining lakes.

Stay Here & you get the rare combo:
Ride all day → Return to a private lake → Swim, paddle, unwind by the fire.
Adventure and recovery in one stay.
We have a locking shed to store your bikes. We also have a hose ready for you to rinse that iconic red dirt off your bikes after a great day on the Cuyuna MTB Trails.

Fishing Basecamp on a 3‑Lake Chain
A true fishing setup — not just a waterfront view.
Direct access to:

Diamond Lake

Ripple Lake

Hanging Kettle Lake

Ripple River system

Cast from the private dock, explore quiet water, and clean your catch at the dedicated outdoor fish cleaning station with running water.

Location
10 Minutes to Aitkin, Minnesota with access to:

Cuyuna MTB Trails (25 min)

Excellent multi‑lake fishing

Boating, kayaking, river exploration

Year‑round recreation

Small‑town dining & supplies

Boat Access
Bringing your own boat? — launch your boat at the Hanging Kettle Public access on hwy 169 and enjoy a scenic 5–10 minute ride through the ripple river channel into Diamond lake and pull up to the private dock 50 feet from the lake house.

Hosted With Care
We’re local owners committed to a clean, accurate, and well‑prepared lake home available year round. Arrive, unpack, and enjoy the lake immediately — everything is ready for you. Your vacation is within reach all you have to do is book it.

Important Details
Self check‑in with smart lock

Must be 25+ to book

No pets, no parties, no indoor smoking

Dock: seasonal (spring–mid October)

Outdoor shower: mid‑May–mid‑September

Similar properties

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: No smoking or vaping in the cabin.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

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
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Quiet Time 10:00 pm to 8:00 am No Fireworks or Shooting of Firearms Camp Fire must be attended by an adult at all times. Extinguish Fire when done.
*Swimming is at your own risk, No Life Guard On Duty. *Please attend to all children while they are swimming *No Diving off the dock.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking or vaping in the cabin.

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number fbl-4525-66537

Frequently asked questions

How close is Free Boats - 3 Lakes + River - 50 Feet to the Lake to the airport?

This cabin is 32.8 mi (37-min drive) away from the Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Free Boats - 3 Lakes + River - 50 Feet to the Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Free Boats - 3 Lakes + River - 50 Feet to the Lake offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Free Boats - 3 Lakes + River - 50 Feet to the Lake?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Free Boats - 3 Lakes + River - 50 Feet to the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Free Boats - 3 Lakes + River - 50 Feet to the Lake?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Free Boats - 3 Lakes + River - 50 Feet to the Lake have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Free Boats - 3 Lakes + River - 50 Feet to the Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Free Boats - 3 Lakes + River - 50 Feet to the Lake to downtown Aitkin?

This cabin is 5 mi away from Aitkin.

Free Boats - 3 Lakes + River - 50 Feet to the Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, comfortable, spacious, family friendly, and the host was very accessible and accommodating. Really enjoyed our stay here. Lots of good info about the cabin and the Aitkin area too. Thank you Rob and Brandee!!
The lake view is amazing!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t have asked for a better spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026