Classic Minnesota Cabin Retreat on Scenic Lake Sylvan! Pontoon Available! | Cabin in Pillager

10.0 (57 Reviews) |   5 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Pillager Cabin | Classic Minnesota Cabin Retreat on Scenic Lake Sylvan! Pontoon Available!

5 Bedroom Cabin in Pillager

This beautifully decorated and cozy five-bedroom, three-bath cabin is the perfect place for a lake getaway with family or friends. Fully renovated in 2018, the property includes 160 feet of level elevation shoreline. And the cabin itself--which sits just 50 feet from the water's edge--has a wonderful open floor plan on the main level that features a combined living room, kitchen and dining room with a large fieldstone gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings and panoramic views of beautiful Lake Sylvan. The dining table seats 10, with additional indoor seating at the nearby kitchen island. The main level also features a master bedroom (king) with an attached bathroom with shower, two additional bedrooms (queens) with generous closet space and amazing views of the lake, and a second bathroom with shower/tub combo. The lower level features two additional sleeping areas, including one bedroom (queen) with views of the lake. The lower level also includes a third bathroom with double vanity and shower/tub combo, and a large great room with a sectional couch and big screen TV. A laundry room with washer, dryer, utility sink, and a second fridge/freezer can also be found on the lower level.
Outside you will find a large lakeside deck with rockers, a lakeside fire pit area just steps from the water (firewood included), outdoor dining area with propane grill (gas included), and a great sand beach. The rental comes complete with free use of 2 kayaks. In addition, a 2022 Bennington pontoon boat with 115 HP Yamaha motor is onsite and available for rental (send us a note to inquire about availability and rate). For those that need to stay connected, the cabin includes free high-speed Wi-Fi, three high definition smart TVs with internet access, and a Blu-Ray DVD player.
For those looking for a cabin experience with modern day comforts, the 2018 renovation brought all new finishes and mechanical systems, including: central air conditioning, stone counter tops, custom tile bathrooms, wood floors, new appliances, wine fridge, water softener and reverse osmosis drinking water system. The cabin is also fully furnished and includes all linens, kitchenware and essentials.
Located approximately 10 miles west of Brainerd/Baxter and just a couple miles from famed Gull Lake, Sylvan Lake is close to shopping, dining, recreation and entertainment, and is a convenient trip from Minneapolis/St. Paul (130 miles), Fargo/Moorhead (130 miles), and St. Cloud (70 miles). At just over 800 acres, Sylvan Lake is one of Minnesota's clearest lakes with a water clarity of 20 plus feet, and features a rolling, wooded shoreline. Sylvan Lake also sits on the doorstep of Pillsbury State Forest, Minnesota's first designated state forest.
During the summer months, this quiet recreational lake is perfect for fishing (known especially for its outstanding bass and pan fish), skiing, boating, kayaking, swimming, and all other water based activities. In fact, "keeper" pan fish and bass are regularly caught from the end of our dock. If you enjoy golf, Sylvan Lake sits just a few miles from Cragun's Legacy golf courses and Madden's The Classic/Pine Beach golf courses, which together offer over 100 holes of golf. If you'd rather spend your days biking, the nearby Pillsbury State Forest has mountain bike trails, and the Cuyuna Mountain Bike Trails are located just 20-30 miles from this property and offer 25 miles of mountain bike trails. Access the more leisurely Paul Bunyan Bike Trail--which offers over 120 continuously paved miles--just a few miles from our front door. All of these trails are known for providing amazing views of Minnesota fall colors. The Pillsbury State Forest also offers trails for horseback riding.
During the winter season, Sylvan Lake is great for ice fishing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and serves as a good base camp for accessing miles of cross country ski trails and groomed snowmobile trails in the area, including in Pillsbury State Forest. The cabin is also located just 15 miles from Mount Ski Gull, which offers winter downhill skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing.
This property is perfect for a single family looking for extra space or a few couples or families. Upon reservation confirmation you will receive information and a list of items to bring so you are prepared for your time on the lake. Please feel free to let us know if you have any questions.
Sylvan Township Permit Number STR-02-19

Classic Minnesota Cabin Retreat on Scenic Lake Sylvan! Pontoon Available! is located in Pillager. Classic Minnesota Cabin Retreat on Scenic Lake Sylvan! Pontoon Available! provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This Cabin features Bedding/Linens, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Classic Minnesota Cabin Retreat on Scenic Lake Sylvan! Pontoon Available! has 5 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Pillager has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Pillager, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Toaster
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
General
  • Unit size: 2488 sq ft (231 sq m)
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • On the waterfront
  • On the lake
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 30
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Lisa P.
Jun 17, 2025 11:03:34 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Cabin is beautifully done and plenty of room for 9 of us. Also neighbors are further away so get complete privacy. Lake/dock was right behind which made it really easy accessible. The owners are really nice and gets back to you right away with any questions you may have.There was a store mabe 6 minutes away that sold bait / gas station and adult beverages on other half. Or had a bait shop and shopping places about 25 minutes away.Will keep this cabin info when ready for another little get away.
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