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Minn Haven, lakeside retreat cabin, an hour or so from Cities. Relax... breathe.

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

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South Haven, MN
  • Powder Ridge
    10 min drive
  • St. Cloud State University
    31 min drive
  • St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center
    34 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    42 min drive

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About the area

South Haven

On lake.At this South Haven cabin, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Powder Ridge and 12 miles (20 km) of Millner Heritage Vineyard & Winery. Warner Lake Park and Whispering Pines Golf Course are within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Powder Ridge - 10 min drive
  • Whispering Pines Golf Course - 22 min drive
  • St. Cloud State University - 31 min drive
  • St Cloud Hospital - 31 min drive
  • St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Cloud Station - 35 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Corky's Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪S.O.B.'s - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Triple R Grill and Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bedrock's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mom's Place - ‬8 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.

Minn Haven, lakeside retreat cabin, an hour or so from Cities. Relax... breathe.

A comfortable cabin (Cabin 1 of two) with lake views close to the water on 163" of lakeshore. ... Lakes Louisa-Marie, on Clearwater Chain of Lakes, fed by Clearwater River. Beautiful cabin and meticulously maintained. Tucked on end of private road, shaded by trees, overlooking glittering water. Lake is quiet, not a loud party lake. Eagles reside nearby. Loons. Herons. Ducks. Deer. Otters. Peaceful.

NOW Accepting Reservations for 2022 and 2023. Currently May 1 earliest, possibly early as third week in April. See calendar for openings.

Excellent fishing lake, even right off the dock: Super bass lake, and some Big pike, nice crappies and sunnies, some walleyes of good size. The lake doesn't get too much pressure... most fishing tourists go to bigger and more well-known lakes. This is a lake mainly for the locals and their guests... even though it's on the Clearwater River Chain...

This is a superior weekend (or mid-week, or weeklong) retreat. You can relax here. Minn Haven is available for singles, a couple, or a couple with up to two children. I'd also consider the possibility of a longer-term lease, for a Writer or other artist or intellectual, who wants a private place for some productive time, or a couple of snowbirds-retirees... please do enquire. (Possibly a teacher Sept-May long-term lease...)

Close to the Twin Cities (cabin is about an hour or so from the cities, ten miles west of Annandale, just off Hwy 55 in Kimball). Only twenty minutes south of St. Cloud, but it feels like you're away off in the woods. Reality is: this is much more convenient than Brainerd or other "up north" getaways. Once you see this place, there won't be much reason to drive so far and fight so much traffic on a weekend. Just an hour or so northwest of the cities; it's just seventy miles from MSP airport... easy drive. Relax. Enjoy your time. Spend more time at the cabin and less time on the road.

In addition to the canoe and two kayaks that come free with the place, there also is an aluminum 16' Lund fishing boat with Honda motor for rent. Enquire.

Cedar plank interior siding. Vaulted ceilings with big lake-facing windows. Four zones of heating. Fully furnished. Full kitchen gear. One super relaxing bedroom with excellent queen SleepNumber bed. Sofa bed in living room for kids, perhaps a guest. Living room opens up (literally... large sliding glass doors) to big screened porch, with high-quality furnishings, overlooking the lake. Breezes off the lake. Sit inside, or sit on the sheltered porch; either way, you are gazing at the water. It's mesmerizing, really.

Plenty of peripheral activities nearby. Excellent golf courses, including the inexpensive and very nice Kimball Golf Club (open to public) less than four miles away, nearby. Whispering Pines Golf is thirteen miles, less than twenty minutes, by Annandale. Famous Swappers Meet. Farm markets. Places to eat (even in Kimball... sometimes there's even fishfry and the like happening... also Annandale, St. Cloud...). Basic grocery supplies in Kimball, two miles or so from cabin, or bring 'em with you... there's grocery, like Cub, along the way here. So, go out IF you even want to...

But there's a kitchen and an excellent newer Weber gas bbq at the cabin, all the utensils and quality pots and pans and even some spices and such, and it's really quite nice here, so it's entirely possible you won't feel like leaving once you get here. Just stay put and cook! Enjoy the sunset. Go to bed early... or drink wine out on the screen porch... whatever ;)

Panasonic plasma TV (yes, real quality plasma) with big diverse video library of several hundred movies of all types and dozens of TV series on DVD, if it's raining or night or whatever. Smart TV: stream netflix. Stream music from your Pandora app bluetooth to the integrated Pioneer sound system. Yes, free WIFI, of course. Guest internet laptop (15" Chromebook) for email, etc., provided for your use. (Just take care of the nice stuff, is what I ask; I spent a lot of time and effort to pick out the best stuff for the place.) So, all that kind of tech thing if you even want to use it. Maybe you might want to just stare at the water and listen to the breezes through the trees, though, instead... it's up to you.

And... ahhh.... good books to peruse.

You would be renting Cabin 1. There are two cabins on the property, and the rooflines and porch system were integrated when Cabin 1 was added, though the cabins are separate: no shared walls of cabins, and privacy wall makes your porch your own. Cabin 1 is the newer guest cabin, with four zones of heating; Cabin 2, the older cabin, is the owner's cabin when he is there. The owner lives in California, but visits this beautiful Minnesota property for the same reason you do: rest, relaxation, stress-relief, health.

NOTE: Much of the summer I, the owner, will stay in the older cabin (Cabin 2) on the property, so there might be some modestly shared areas, like the yard, the dock, There's separation and privacy, but we'll probably see each other a little bit and just say "Hi" or chat. During summer, there also will be two cats, Ranger and Tiger, on premises; they love the screen porch and they like people and are quite friendly IF you'd like to share. Be aware the cats are there, doing their cat lives, though they don't have to come into your porch or Cabin. My family also might be here occasionally with me in my cabin, enjoying lakeside. The screen porch and other the space is divided. I have my own separate porch on other side of complex. I have my own bbq. That being said, I am a conscientious nice person and would expect you to be as well. And, if I'm at my cabin (Cabin 2) at property, I won't need to hang out with you, though the cats would like to if you want; I have my own areas. Both cabins have their own privacy, so it hasn't been an issue, for most people. I have had a couple guests come and then be "surprised" when there's cats, or when they realize the cabins rooflines are interconnected although the cabins are separated like it says here in my description and that I might, and during the summer months probably will be, there in my own private Cabin 2... even though I had already stated such (see the paragraph below). For full disclosure, I want you to know and know clearly. Summers, I'm probably around but not intrusive, just a friendly quiet neighbor. Unlike a resort, there aren't other renters around.

> If you are allergic to cats or to the idea of the owner being in Cabin 2, then look elsewhere.

So, spring, fall, I might or might not be there in Cabin 2 next door, on the weekend. In summer, I most likely WILL BE there in Cabin 2 with my cats and my books, maybe my own guest or guests, enjoying life at MinnHaven. If you desire absolute privacy isolated in some cabin all alone in the woods, look elsewhere, is what I'm saying. For the price and for what this is, if you can realize that on this double lot the quiet scholarly -but-relatively-friendly owner and his own guest or couple of guests might be staying in cabin 2, a separate older structure but with an integrated roofline, then go ahead and book and enjoy yourself at this beautiful property. I'm not trying to fool anybody about anything here, I don't need the money that badly, I just do VRBO on the side, so if you have any other questions please do ask before you arrive.

If you're an intelligent cool tolerant person or couple looking for an extraordinarily nice and affordable place to unwind, and are fine with a similar neighbor next door who also happens to be the owner and can thus also help you if things come up, then you are welcome to book here. You will like it very much, I believe... but if you're a self-entitled narcissist, then you need to not book this cabin because I deal with that stuff at work. This is Minn Haven, the Place of Peace, as one honest reviewer noted.

Even if I am staying in Cabin 2 next door, though, this property is way more private and quiet than most resorts, and far more beautiful and serene than most, and cheaper than most, too. [And, most of the spring (April/May) and most of fall (Sept, Oct) I'm only there on a limited basis. I probably will be there from June- Aug, in Cabin 2.]

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS or CONCERNS, please JUST ASK.

so, NOTE: I am no longer accepting reservations from groups of adults like people who start with four guests and end up brining six, or drinking buddies - men or women - who are looking for a "friends weekend away" to party and then complain that actually the owner is at the property in the other cabin like he said he would be, and he has cats shockingly. So, new criteria is this property is for singles, one couple, or one couple with up to two children ONLY. (Thank the only people with whom I had any problems: like the lady who wanted "privacy" and showed up w six people and were allergic to cats after all Surprise!!! or the guys who "are not big drinkers" who drank and played music on the porch til 3a.m., or the "girls weekend away" who decided that geee having Curt there in his own cabin next door wasn't what they had in mind after all even though they knew in advance that I would be there...) Sigh... anyway.

Conscientious owner wants you to be happy. 2020 was my fourth season, with this VRBO, AirBnB thing, and I'm always working to improve, but I am an experienced property owner/landlord other places too... MinnHaven is a beautiful quiet well-equipped place, and I'm happy and grateful to be the owner. Possibly, I could rent out both cabins, too, for two families sometimes, when I or my family aren't using it... With the two separate spaces, the property would be awesome for a two-family get-away, or just two couples each with their own cabin. Enquire about such scenarios. Ask about anything, in advance, and pretty quickly I'll answer you as best as I can.

Sincerely, Curt

Property manager

Curt Riesberg

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: I have two cats on premises for most of the summer

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Must be supervised, quiet - no loud teenager music

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
Note from host: No loud "music parties" or lots of guests.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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. Note from host: No loud "music parties" or lots of guests. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Minn Haven, lakeside retreat cabin, an hour or so from Cities. Relax... breathe. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 95 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thana H.

Love this lake and the view
We love coming here. Fishing is great and very relaxing. The available boat is a huge plus!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful get away
Lake view and screened porch are amazing. The host is very responsive and accommodating. We enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 42 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect quiet hideaway
That screen porch says it all. We wanted a quiet and relaxed space with a lake view. For us, it was perfection
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul L., Fort Calhoun, US

Liked: Cleanliness
A Hidden Haven: Lakeside Cabin
My stay at Cabin 1, nestled on the shores of Lakes Louisa-Marie, was an exceptional retreat from the hustle and bustle. The cabin, shaded by trees, offered captivating lake views and utmost tranquility. Its location on a private road further enhanced the peaceful ambience. Our host, Curt, displayed in-depth knowledge of the area, which added a personal touch to our visit. His warm personality matched the inviting charm of the cabin itself. The highlight was certainly the excellent fishing off the dock. From bass to crappies, this lake was a fisherman’s dream. It wasn’t crowded like the larger, well-known lakes, making it feel like a secret spot reserved just for us. In summary, if you’re seeking a comfortable, nature-filled retreat with great fishing and a fantastic host, look no further than Cabin 1. I’m already looking forward to my next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Minnesota Cabin vacation
Wonderful cabin, beautiful view of the lake, very quiet. Cabin has a wonderful enclosed front porch. Games, binoculars, many dvds, too many tv channels, a private lake front with firepit and chairs. Excellent choice for a quiet vacation. We had a blast. The locals in Kimball are very nice also. 5 Stars
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay & great host
Very quiet and peaceful location. We did a lot of fishing and had some great catches including a 5 pound largemouth bass. Great Mexican restaurant in town that we actually ate at twice because the food was so good! Host was available if we needed anything and very flexible in allowing us to check in early and stay later than the original check out time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Lou Ann P.

Cozy Cabin Retreat
Very cozy cabin for two. We loved the screen room and spent most of our time there. Beautiful and quiet small lake with lots of wildlife. Would have loved going out in a boat, but recent hip injury prevented that. Kitchen, bathroom and bedroom were immaculate and well equipped but the living room upper windows need cleaning and some screen room furniture cushions need cleaning or replacement.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

amanda p.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Little Bit Of Peace
We enjoyed Minnehaven, for the second time. Lake Louisa was wonderful to kayak. We caught many fish, right off the dock! We are hoping to get another weekend booked at this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele & R., De Soto, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place for R&R
We had a lovely stay over the Labor Day weekend at Curt's place on the lake. Sunrises & sunsets were beautiful! Fishing was fun! The lake was beautiful & the grounds were very well kept as well as the inside of the cabin. Lovely antiques, nice touches throughout & everything we needed was there! Very comfortable! I cannot say enough nice things about our stay. Exactly what 2 nurses needed to get away from work & city life for a weekend. Thank you so much Curt!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and peaceful!
Everything was amazing! WiFi is a little weak but not terrible. Living room couch was a little uncomfortable but the recliner was where it's at. The screened in porch is heaven and we never wanted to leave it. An amazing kayak ride around the lake. Peaceful relaxing mornings on the lake. Would absolutely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacyf A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice relaxing stay
The lake was nice but the water did not look inviting. I think the lake needs to be replenished with minnows, sun fish and crappie's.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Althera and Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quiet, relaxing retreat!
Very private, quiet, nicely furnished cabin on a lovely setting! Beautiful lake and nice grounds. We loved the screened porch for sitting and reading. We would come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randall M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and quiet
We thoroughly enjoyed our brief stay. The place was comfortable and peaceful. There were times when it was absolutely silent! We loved the large screened in porch. The kitchen was well equipped and the bed was comfy. We ate at some restaurants in nearby Kimball: Son of A Butcher Bar & Grill and Triple R Grill and Bar. Both had excellent food.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
Wonderful cabin right on the lake. Caught a ton of sunnies. Listened to the owls at night. Had campfires. Kayaked for the first time. Very relaxing. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G., Kansas City

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation
The cabin is a lovely place to unwind and enjoy the lake. We fished, swam, listened to the owls, and hung out on the lovely screened in porch. It was the perfect way to spend 3 days, and I’d happily spend longer if time allowed. The cabin is not fancy, but it’s comfortable, clean, and perfect for summer days by the lake. Planning to return next summer if schedules allow!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lois W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful “Piece of Quiet” 😊
My plans for this weekend were ever changing and I thought about canceling. So happy that I decided to stay. When I saw the “Because Nice Matters” sign I knew I’d made the right decision ( I have the same exact sign in my own home). I have family living nearby and I was able to spend some quality time with them. A much needed retreat and relaxing time for me. Yes indeed, a Piece of Quiet😊. I’m looking forward to a return visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely get-away spot
There were a few issues; power to lamps on the porch plus a large tree fell down behind the cabin my 1st night. But Curt immediately took action to resolve. Very cozy, super comfortable bed, will definitely go back. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Place to Stay
We had a wonderful vacation here. We didn't get to meet Curt, but he was quick to answer any questions we had. The property is beautiful and well maintained. I love the screened in porch. The swivel chairs on the porch are genius! And there's a nice table and chairs where we could eat and also work puzzles or play games. We caught lots of fish off the dock. Mostly sunnies, but a few large mouth bass. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
Minnhaven was a wonderful, quiet lake getaway. The cabin was very comfortable and had everything we needed. The lake was calm and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Restful
We really enjoyed the screen porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect quiet get awag
Our whole experience at this cabin was perfect. Thank you, Curt. We hope to see you again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

mary c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fine
nice weather
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Sandy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation with a View
We had a peaceful, relaxing stay at this property. Curt was respectful of our privacy, but available if we had questions. My husband caught nice sized bass, walleye and a crappie right off the dock. The view from the screened in porch was lovely. We'd stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thana H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great lake view!
My husband and I had a very good time. We caught lots of bass and enjoyed the lake view. Curt has a boat for daily rental and that was a game changer for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Cabin
We LOVED our stay at Curt's cabin. The lake is beautiful and the cabin was so peaceful. We can't wait to make it back when we get a chance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022