Sand Lake: Memories from A-Z | House in Britt
5 Bedroom House in Britt
Enjoy this peaceful lake property for a relaxing up-north getaway. This 2,700 sq. ft year-round home on Sand Lake is set on a one-acre private wooded lot with breathtaking lake views, 100 feet of lakeshore, and a sandy, shallow entry to the lake. This retreat is an easy 3 hour drive from the Twin Cities, making it far enough to disconnect yet close enough not to spend all your time traveling. On your drive up, feel your daily life stresses melt away as the beauty of lake country recharges you.
The Space
This home has a full kitchen and multiple areas of living space including a rec room, screened porch, living room, and upstairs den.
SLEEPING
Bedroom 1: One King size bed, deck access, desk, lake views, upstairs
Bedroom 2: Queen size bed, upstairs
Bedroom 3: Twin bed over full bunk plus an additional twin bed, lake view, upstairs
Bedroom 4: Queen size bed, main floor, lake view
Bedroom 5: Queen size bed, main floor
BATHROOMS
Bathroom 1: Upstairs tub/shower, sink, and stool
Bathroom 2: Main level shower, sink, and stool
Bathroom 3: Main level off rec room shower, sink, and stool
KITCHEN
This full kitchen features a stove, oven, refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, silverware, cooking utensils, 12-cup drip coffee maker with hot water for tea, Keurig single-serve coffee maker, blender, toaster, dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, potholders and dish towels and bakeware.
ACCESSIBILITY
There are three steps required to enter the main level of this home.
GENERAL AMENITIES
Free WIFI, washer/dryer, keyless entry, linens/bath towels, room fans, free parking on paved areas.
Guests receive a starter pack of the following: toilet paper and paper towels, coffee, tea, cream, sugar, dish soap, dishwasher soap, shampoo/conditioner, bath soap, laundry soap.
One portable travel crib and one baby gate is provided.
INDOOR LIVING SPACE and ENTERTAINMENT
The main living room, back rec room, and upstairs den all have smart TVs. There is plenty of space for groups up to 12 people to spread out and find a quiet corner to cozy up with a book or puzzle. Guests of this property have access to the entire home. The screened porch offers places to relax and eat. The cozy rec room has space to curl up by the gas fireplace and offers an air hockey table plus a game table for board games and puzzles. An assortment of games and puzzles are available onsite, as well as a Little Free Library of books and puzzles just down the road.
DEDICATED WORKSPACE
This property features a dedicated workspace with a desk and free WIFI for those times when you have to combine work and play.
PARKING
Paved driveway with room for four vehicles. Please park only on the paved area. Do NOT park on any grassy areas. Garage access is available upon request for an additional fee.
TAP WATER
The tap water on this property is tested annually and is safe to drink. However, please note that our well water may taste different from your home water.
OUTDOOR AMENITIES
This property features a screened porch with an eating area, outdoor dining and grilling area, a hammock, fire pit, cornhole game, a swing plus a sandy, shallow lake entry, a boat dock, various non-motorized water toys, and a limited number of life vests. We recommend bringing your own, properly-sized personal floatation devices (life vests) for each guest.
This home is at the doorstep of miles of ATV and snowmobile trails. Bring your toys for hours of adventures and exploring. There is enough room to park trailers in the driveway.
FIRE PIT and WOOD
Dry firewood and lighters/matches are provided free of charge. Please use the designated fire pit for any outdoor fires.
GRILL
A charcoal grill, grilling tools, and lighters/matches are provided. Guests must provide their own charcoal and lighter fluid.
LAKESHORE, DOCK, and WATER TOYS
This property has two adult kayaks, one child kayak, a rowboat, and a limited number of personal floatation devices (life vests) available for guest use during the summer months. We recommend bringing your own, properly-sized personal floatation devices (life vests) for each guest.
The clear and sandy shoreline along this property makes it easy to launch kayaks and other non-motorized water toys. Summer guests also have access to 60 feet of private dock space that can accommodate your own watercraft (power boat, pontoon boat, jet ski, etc.). See information on the next page regarding boat launch options for motorized watercraft.
BOAT LAUNCH FOR YOUR OWN WATERCRAFT
There is no public boat launch at this property or on Sand Lake. However, Voyageurs Sand Lake Resort across the lake from this property provides a fee-based boat launch and offers various watercraft rentals. Contact Voyageurs Sand Lake Resort directly for more information. We are not responsible for any issues related to launching or operating your personal watercraft.
Guests have access to the entire home and yard. Note: Garage access is available upon request prior to your arrival for an additional fee. Guests will NOT have access to locked closets, garage, and outbuildings.
We hope to greet you and make sure you have everything for your stay. Our property manager lives on the lake and is available if needed.
We have immediate neighbors on both sides of us but are in a rural area. The closest large shopping is 15 minutes away. Restaurants are within 5-10 min
LOCATION SUMMARY:
Nearby Points of Interest (Approximate driving times)
Giants Ridge: 33 minutes
US Hockey Hall of Fame: 22 minutes
MN Discovery Center: 28 minutes
International Wolf Center: 57 minutes
Ely: 52 minutes
Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park: 40 minutes
Big Aspen Trail: 10 minutes
Lake Ore-be-gone Beach: 26 minutes
David Dill/Taconite & Taconite State Trails: 25 minutes
Vince Shute Bear Sanctuary: 43 minutes
Lake Leander picnic area and beach: 8 minutes
Boundary Water Canoe Area (BWCA) entry points: 45 minutes
Shopping/ Groceries: Virginia 15 minutes
Birding at Sax-Zim Bog nature preserve: 58 minutes
BIKING OPTIONS
- Mountain bike trails: Red Head Park, Giants Ridge, Lookout Mountain, and Maple Hill.
- Paved bike trails: Mesabil Trail, over 150 miles of paved trail from Ely to La Prairie.
SNOWMOBILE TRAILS:
Access right across the lake to 1,000 miles of groomed, well-marked trails.
ATV and OHV TRAILS: Direct access to a network of trails throughout the Iron Range.
GOLF OPTIONS
Wolf Ridge: 16 minutes
Giants Ridge–two courses available: 34 minutes
Eagle Ridge: 60 minutes
Babbitt: 41 minutes
The Wilderness at Fortune Bay: 30 minutes
DISC GOLF OPTIONS
Chisolm: 26 minutes
Mountain Iron: 24 minutes
Virginia: 15 minutes
Giants Ridge: 33 minutes
Judson Mine pit course: 24 minutes
Eveleth: 15 minutes
Sand Lake: Memories from A-Z is located in Britt. Sand Lake: Memories from A-Z provides accommodation, featuring Internet, Ocean View, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Internet, Ocean View, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Sand Lake: Memories from A-Z has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 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 House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, 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. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Britt has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Britt, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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Toilet paper
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3 bathrooms
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Hair dryer
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Soap
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Towels provided
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Shampoo
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Bathtub or shower
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5 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Fireplace
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Dining room
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Paper towels
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Dishwasher
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Coffee/tea maker
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Microwave
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Refrigerator
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Toaster
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Stovetop
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Oven
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine and dryer
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Beach towels
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Onsite parking
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Pet friendly
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Welcoming dogs only
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2 total pets
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Handrails in stairways
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Smoke-free property
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Cycling nearby
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Boat on site
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Kayak on site
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Books
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Arcade/game room
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TV
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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Composting
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Recycling
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Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
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Comprehensive recycling policy
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Desk
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's books
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Children's games
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Playground
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Travel crib
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Iron/ironing board
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WiFi available
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Firepit
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Balcony
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
Policies
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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
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