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TV, foosball, stereo
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

13 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 237000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Roosevelt Township, MN
  • Whitefish Lake
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Mille Lacs Lake
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Grand Casino Mille Lacs
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hillman

On waterfront.Stay at this Hillman vacation home and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Roosevelt Wildlife Management Area and 9 miles (15 km) of Camp Lake. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Humbolt Lake and Whitefish Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Whitefish Lake - 18 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Mille Lacs Lake - 23 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Grand Casino Mille Lacs - 27 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Paul Bunyan Land - 44 min drive - 23.4 miles
  • Lake Ossawinnamakee - 55 min drive - 32.1 miles

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Up North Bar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Little Whitefish Resort - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Grand Buffet - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪NORTHWOOD HILLS GOLF COURSE - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Off The Grid - ‬24 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Indoor pickle ball + sauna at lakeside 13BR house, Lakeside Property with Indoor Pickle Ball!

Welcome to Hillman Retreat House, the ultimate destination for large group getaways, family reunions, corporate retreats, or wellness weekends—available year-round. With 13 bedrooms, multiple gathering spaces, and a long list of amenities, this peaceful lakefront property offers both space to spread out and plenty to do indoors and out.
🛏 Sleeps up to 27 guests
🌲 Private lake access & dock
🎾 Indoor pickleball court + game room
🔥 Fire pit, beach area, paddle boards & more
🧘‍♀️ Yoga room with lake views
🧖 Indoor Sauna for 6–8 guests
🛏 Sleeping Arrangements (13 Bedrooms)
11 bedrooms with king beds (1 includes an adjoining room with a twin bed)

1 room with 2 twin beds

1 room with 1 twin bed

Additional full-size futon

🛁 Bathrooms (6 Total)
4 full baths with walk-in showers

1 additional shower in the sauna area

Fresh towels + shampoo, conditioner, and body wash provided

🍽 Fully Stocked Kitchen
2 full-size refrigerators

36” electric stove

Microwave, dishwasher

Cookware, utensils & plenty of storage

🎯 Indoor Amenities
Private indoor pickleball court (in separate Field House)

Game room with pool table, foosball, TV & lounge

Sauna with shower + washer/dryer

Yoga/movement room with 15 mats + props

Media room with big screen smart TV

Creative/art room with board games, puzzles & supplies

Additional quiet sitting room for smaller gatherings or solo time

🌞 Outdoor Fun
96-ft dock with lake access + bench seating

6 stand up paddle boards, canoe, pedal boat, kids kayak

Fire pit, beach area, and shallow swimming zone (4–5 ft deep)

Disc golf course with 4 holes + discs

Kickball field and open space for outdoor games

Bar area and Bluetooth sound system in the Field House

Wi-Fi in both buildings

📍 The Property
Tucked behind a quiet, rarely-used church, Hillman Retreat sits on 800 feet of private shoreline on a peaceful lake with minimal boat traffic—perfect for swimming, paddling, or fishing.
✅ Good to Know
We have a very high rebooking rate – we open our calendar one year out, and returning guests have first dibs on the same dates before we open it up to new guests

Ideal for multi-generational families, workshops, or team-building retreats (weekday rates are especially great for groups of 10-12 who all want their own bedroom)

Strong Wi-Fi, large gathering spaces, and privacy for both connection and quiet

Ready to book your unforgettable group stay? Hillman Retreat House has everything you need to relax, play, and reconnect.

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 13 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 7,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 and 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Indoor pickle ball + sauna at lakeside 13BR house, Lakeside Property with Indoor Pickle Ball! to the airport?

This vacation home is 27.5 mi (34-min drive) away from the Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Indoor pickle ball + sauna at lakeside 13BR house, Lakeside Property with Indoor Pickle Ball! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Indoor pickle ball + sauna at lakeside 13BR house, Lakeside Property with Indoor Pickle Ball! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Indoor pickle ball + sauna at lakeside 13BR house, Lakeside Property with Indoor Pickle Ball!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Grand Casino Mille Lacs (23-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Indoor pickle ball + sauna at lakeside 13BR house, Lakeside Property with Indoor Pickle Ball!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Indoor pickle ball + sauna at lakeside 13BR house, Lakeside Property with Indoor Pickle Ball!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Indoor pickle ball + sauna at lakeside 13BR house, Lakeside Property with Indoor Pickle Ball! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Indoor pickle ball + sauna at lakeside 13BR house, Lakeside Property with Indoor Pickle Ball! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Indoor pickle ball + sauna at lakeside 13BR house, Lakeside Property with Indoor Pickle Ball! to downtown Hillman?

This vacation home is 11.5 mi away from Hillman.

Indoor pickle ball + sauna at lakeside 13BR house, Lakeside Property with Indoor Pickle Ball! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place had so many options for our large group! So many spaces to explore, so many activities to do!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!

We had a fabulous family get together. Everything was as described. Very well stocked for large group. Great communication. We loved all the space, games, and the pickleball court was a hit! Any minor issues we had were addressed right away. Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very good experience

It was a great retreat location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great large group space!

The house was great - used the space for a small, early spring off site work meeting. The kitchen and coffee bar had everything we needed, nice bedrooms and linens, and lots of comfortable break out spaces for relaxation and small group conversation. The field house could use a bit of additional renovation but amenities were as advertised. Wonderful dining table for a large group, great fire pit area, and a great host to work with! Instructions were clearly posted and made the stay easy. Thanks for a memorable few days!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artur S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for large group.

Very nice and helpful host. Nice and unique property with plenty of options to have a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well maintained- Awesome stay!

Such a great time. Place was very clean, the rec center with pickleball was a blast. 5 out of 5 stars. Would absolutely stay again. Would love to try out the property in the summer as the location near the lake seems like it would have even more to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Our Family

We had 20 family members across three generations spend an early Christmas at the property. The number, variety, and spacing of the rooms were great for such a large and varied group. The kitchen was able to accommodate cooking all of our meals. The teenagers and parents loved the pool table, foosball table, sauna, and pickle ball court. We also enjoyed cross country skiing on the lake (1.5 miles). This was the perfect place for us to all get together for the first time since COVID. We look forward to coming back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Christmas

The property turned out to be the perfect place for our Family Christmas. I appreciated the convenience of having enough beds for everyone. The dining room worked great for the family meals. It was perfect combination of group space and quiet alone time space and all the kids absolutely loved the Fieldhouse. It gave them a chance to burn off some energy. The host was very friendly and responded quickly to all our questions. Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing find!

The Hillman House was amazing place for our multigenerational family reunion. Lots of space to connect, and room for everyone to eat together at the extended size kitchen table. Large number of private bedrooms to accommodate all is very unusual to find and beds were very comfortable with quality linens. Had lots of fun in the indoor gym playing pickleball and other games. The paddleboards were great for on the lake and there was a nice sandy beach area for the little kiddos to play. Can't say enough about this place, even better than the pictures!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alli W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

We loved our reunion weekend. The house easily accomodated our extended family of 22 people. We played pickle ball, fished, played games, cooked a ton, had a craft night and generally just played together. We had an amazing time and can’t wait to cone back! If you aren’t an early riser, bring eye shades otherwise everything you could need was there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family fun!

This is a beautiful property with everything anyone could need for their large group. We especially enjoyed the building with the pickle ball court!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terese V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Family Girls' Weekend

The Hillman House was a great place to stay & play! It is so spacious, clean & has room for yoga, pickleball, lots of puzzle & game challenges & plenty of room to sleep 20+ people! Also, the property manager was very accommodating - thank you from all of us!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for groups

This location was perfect for a board of directors retreat! It was secluded enough that we could get away from our daily lives to focus on our work but there was still plenty to do in the area. The space was large and had several places for group gatherings and small areas for smaller groups of people to meet and work. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. You could tell that a lot of work had been put in to make this place updated and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Team Bonding Trip

The Hillman Retreat House was perfect for our team bonding trip this year. Plenty of room for all the players, coaches and chaperones. A nice big kitchen for making meals. Loved the large table so everyone could eat together. The clincher for our group was the many large spaces for doing activities. We will be back to this great property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marquita S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Don’t tell anybody but…

We don’t want to give a glowing review because we don’t want to compete against others when we try to rent this property again. IT.WAS.FABULOUS! Our family (21 adults and 3 kiddos from Alaska to North Carolina, New Mexico to MN) LOVED this property. We played endless pickleball games, held a Pickleball tournament, used the paddle boards for jousting, held rousing foosball and billiards competitions, spent countless hours laughing and talking in the spacious kitchen (including a hymn sing), and other sitting areas. DON’T come to this place if you want to be bored. And don’t interfere with our plans to rent it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot for large gatherings!

My siblings and our children used this house for a long weekend. There was an incredible amount of space for us all to be able to spread out when we wanted. There were also large rooms for us to gather together. We enjoyed all being able to eat together, and we enjoyed all being able to use the craft room to play board games. There were plenty of activities inside (including the field house) for us to use when the weather wasn't great. When the weather was great, we enjoyed getting on the lake and using the included canoe and paddle board. Everything was clean and worked well. The house was also stocked well with all supplies we needed for cooking and entertainment. Lilly was great about communicating with us and answering any questions. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ryan s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Title: A Perfect Getaway with Unforgettable Activities and an Incredible Host! Review: We recently had the most incredible experience during our stay at the charming Vrbo property. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by an exceptional host who went above and beyond to ensure our vacation was nothing short of extraordinary. One of the highlights of our stay was the wide range of activities available to us. As avid fishing enthusiasts, we were thrilled to find that the fishing in the area was fantastic. We spent countless hours casting our lines and reeling in some impressive catches. We indulged in the freshest and most delicious fish. But the excitement didn't stop there. The property also boasted amenities that catered to all of our interests. We spent countless hours playing frisbee golf, enjoying friendly competitions and laughter-filled moments. The pickleball court provided endless entertainment, and we couldn't resist challenging each other to spirited matches. As the sun set, we gathered around the inviting fire pit for unforgettable evenings. And what a stroke of luck! On one particularly clear night, we were treated to a breathtaking display of the northern lights dancing across the sky while we sat mesmerized by the warmth of the fire Furthermore, the host's attention to detail and genuine hospitality truly set this experience apart. They were readily available to answer any questions, offer recommendations, and ensure our every need was met.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023