Nestled in a tranquil, private woods setting, this Minnesota cabin offers the perfect getaway for up to 4 guests. Enjoy high-speed internet and Roku TVs as you unwind in this cozy retreat with air conditioning/heat and ceiling fans. ATV enthusiasts can take advantage of direct access to over 100 miles of trails while nature lovers will appreciate the peacefulness on 2.5 acres.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
2 bedrooms1 bathroom139 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat in Peaceful Woods near Big Sandy Lake
Year-round cabin for 4 guests in a tranquil, private woods setting. We are your ATV base camp, with direct access to over 100 miles of ATV trails accessed directly from the cabin; no trailering around needed after check in. This is a cozy & quiet "up north" Minnesota getaway in a very nicely appointed cabin that will feel like your home in the woods. You will correspond with a very responsive owner, aiming to ensure you have everything you need for a perfect stay. Here is your chance to truly get away, yet still be within 15 minutes of many dining, bar, and grocery options.
CURRENT DISCOUNTS are: Weekly discount is 10%; Monthly discount is 15%
- Spacious cabin for 4 to spread out in and enjoy high-speed internet, Roku TVs to login to your streaming accounts, air conditioning/heat, ceiling fans, spacious shower, washer/dryer, stocked kitchen - Explore 113 miles of nearby Soo Line Trail - Northern Route on ATV or snowmobile, ATV rental recommendation is available - Just minutes from Big Sandy Lake where you can use public lake access and dine at many nearby restaurants, boat rental recommendations are available - Perfect for ATV/snowmobiling trips, couples weekends, small family getaways, friends retreats, a change of scenery, or to work remotely - Master bedroom furnished with a king size bed and the 500 sq ft loft has two queen size beds. One of the living area sofas also folds out into a double bed. - A heated & insulated 2 car garage is available for your snowmobiles, ATVs, boats, cars - Enjoy wildlife and peacefulness on 2.5 acres of private woods - Stream your favorite series/movies from the air conditioned & heated comfort of the cabin - Weekday remote worker sanctuary with desk/chair option and impressive fiber to the home high speed internet (faster than what owner can get in the Twin Cities!) - Collection of puzzles/games/cards for your enjoyment - Nicely stocked kitchen, breakfast bar and expandable table to have a cabin cooked meal or do a monumental puzzle - Many supplies are provided for guests: paper towels, toilet paper, all linens, dishwasher soap, dish soap, hand soap, laundry detergent, dryer sheets, hangers, shampoo/conditioner, body wash, trash bags, coffee, tea, sugar, cooking spices/supplies, drawer with "I forgot" extras in the bathroom, and more!! - State Park base camp - within a 90 minute drive of 10 state parks/forests - For the winter, we have 4 pairs of snowshoes and get the driveway plowed/entrance shoveled - In non-snow months, enjoy firepit, patio, swings, hammock, and Adirondack chairs
The McGregor / Aitkin county area boasts plenty of treasures: lakes, ATV/snowmobile trails, dark night skies, wildlife, rivers, restaurants, bars, Savannah Portage State Park, the National Golf Course, and downtown shopping/dining in nearby Aitkin | McGregor | Grand Rapids | Duluth.
Book today to enjoy during any season ... the woods are waiting!
Other things to note: For guest safety and property protection, this property has two outdoor-only security cameras. One camera is mounted on the garage, facing the driveway and the home/garage entrances. The second camera is mounted on the exterior of the house, facing the driveway and street entrance. These cameras are to monitor exterior areas only.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Bicycles
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
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 to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Place all trash in the rolling garbage cart that is either in the garage or at the end of the driveway.
Turn off electric fireplace
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Two outdoor security cameras are in operation. No interior cameras are present. Cameras face driveway, entrances, and street approach only.
Pets
Pets not 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in McGregor, this cabin is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of Savanna Portage State Park and Big Sandy Lake can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Minnesota National Golf Course. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging. Visit our McGregor travel guide
Is Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat in Peaceful Woods near Big Sandy Lake pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat in Peaceful Woods near Big Sandy Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat in Peaceful Woods near Big Sandy Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat in Peaceful Woods near Big Sandy Lake?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat in Peaceful Woods near Big Sandy Lake located?
This family-friendly McGregor cabin is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Big Sandy Lake and Sandy River Lake. Minnesota National Golf Course and Shamrock Town Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Wilderness Cabin - Nature Retreat in Peaceful Woods near Big Sandy Lake Reviews
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Cannot say enough good things about this property! Very well appointed, stocked pantry, super clean, and excellent customer service. We even got free Hulu access. When in Northern Minnesota this place is a hidden gem in the woods…highly recommend!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The cabin was easy to find and our host gave accurate and specific instructions for everything we needed for our stay. The cabin was clean and comfortable. We will definitely come back!
Cozy cabin, very clean, exactly as advertised. Loved the Oso Verde theme. Host was responsive. Brought a boat and spent the day on Big Sandy. Would definitely stay again.
Jessica was so helpful and communicative, offering great suggestions for area eats and treats, local trails, amenities etc. The well stocked pantry items were such a great surprise! Incredibly comfy beds and awesome walk in shower were also much appreciated! Truly a great place with some thoughtful perks (puzzles, games, Nintendo, cozy throw blankets…) to make it even more special. Would highly recommend staying here and enjoying the area!
This was the perfect place for us three girls to getaway on a wintery cold weekend. The place was very clean, and the owner communicated quickly with us. The only advice I would give if you decided to book here in the winter is to bring some slippers because the floor is cold. Would love to come here again sometime!
This was our 2nd stay. We love this property! It’s one of the most well thought out rentals we have ever stayed in. We booked it for revolving overflow guests that our lake cabin is to small to accommodate. The beds are comfortable, the kitchen is well stocked, and the grounds are so peaceful. We will be back.
We stayed at the property to go fishing on Big Sandy. Very close to the public access on the south side. Fishing was not great but the cabin was a very nice and comfortable place to go to after fishing all day.
Wow, we sure got lucky with this find. The cabin is just fantastic. Beautiful woodwork inside, great layout. The space was just perfect. The location is also awesome, plenty of privacy in the woods to just relax but close enough to get to what you need. The host Jessica did a great job of communicating and providing info on the area for attractions, restaurants and parks. Do yourself a favor and just book this place. You can thank yourself later. Loved it!!!
We had an amazing time at oso verde. The space was very clean and cozy. We brought our atv up and the location was absolutely perfect. We didnt have to haul the atv anywhere as you could hop on trails right from the property. There was an atv run up there the weekend we went up and the locals were very welcoming and helpful with giving us tips and showing us around.
We spent our mornings sipping coffee and watching the birds from the patio. We were able to make all of meals at the cabin as it was well stocked with everything you would need.
Thank you Jessica for sharing your beautiful cabin with us!
Had an amazing time at Oso Verde… after a busy week of business in Chicago, this was an amazing place to unwind and get back to nature. While our stay was a working vacation, we delighted in the little things like coffee and tea selections… multiple Sherpa blankets, toiletries, a swing in the yard, bird feeders everywhere, squirrels on our doorstep. So many things to delight in. Works definitely recommend this place. Jessica was fantastic in communications! Very friendly and welcoming. Thank you for sharing your beautiful p
Retreat with us.
We stayed at this property in the winter. The location is great! Very close to Big Sandy, but also secluded, peaceful and beautiful. The home was as advertised. We found it comfortable, easy to use and appreciated the thoughtful touches. Things were clearly labeled, a handy guide was available and it was easy for us to get comfortable. Paper products (paper towels & toilet paper) were available and good quality. Extras like a tea and coffee center, salt and pepper, and games and blankets made our stay very comfortable! We did need to contact the owner a few times and received a quick response each time. We would stay again!
My best friend and I enjoyed a very relaxing wkend at your cabin scrapbooking. The weather was cool, overcast and drizzly, so perfect time to stay inside and craft. There were some nearby local restaurant's we could run to for a bite, which was nice. We enjoyed Zorbaz. The only little comments we would have is there is one bathroom, and it's on the main level, with 2 doors, between one bedroom and a hallway, so you have to open/shut 2 doors, plus on the other side is someone's bedroom. The other one would be the TV. It would be nice to have local channels available to watch the news, vikings games, etc. but we got by. We look forward to spending another wkend here!.
Jessica's cabin in the woods was the best short term rental we have ever had. It actually matched the listing, was impeccably maintained, and was even cuter in person than in the pictures. Plus there has been so much attention to detail all over the cabin! Hooks where you need them in the bathroom, pantry essentials, a drawer of little "forgot them" items, labeled light switches (more owners should do that, it was so helpful!), even birdseed for the feeders! To top it off, Jessica was a fantastic host. She provided a ton of information about the area, ideas of things to do, and answered questions. (And just seemed so nice too!) This cabin really feels loved by the owners, and was such a great place to have a campfire & make s'mores with your family, play games, and just have a relaxing time together. We are so glad we ended up there, and will be recommending it to anyone looking for a place in northern Minnesota!
One of the most beautiful rentals we have experienced. Everything was as stated in advertisements. Host thought of everything you would need for the perfect stay just down to detailed instructions and places to go. Definitely would stay there again.
Koreen L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lois
12 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really enjoyed our stay. Very nice and welcoming. My grandson loved filling the bird feeders each morning.