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Nestled beside the serene Sand Lake, this charming cottage offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy modern amenities and step outside to unwind on the full deck with lounge chairs, or by the fire pit with an outdoor speaker system. With a private dock and water toys like paddle boards and kayaks, you'll be spoiled for choice.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis.

  • Escape to our cozy 2-bedroom vacation home in New Auburn and experience the perfect getaway. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, microwave, and coffee maker, allowing you to easily prepare delicious meals. Gather around the dining table and enjoy your culinary creations while taking in the stunning lake views outside.

    Unwind in the comfortable living room, where you can curl up by the fireplace and enjoy your favorite shows on the smart TV. Stay connected with the free WiFi, or challenge your family to a game night with the selection of games provided.

    When it's time to relax, retreat to the cozy bedrooms and refresh with the provided linens and towels. Enjoy the convenience of the in-unit washer and dryer, making it easy to keep your clothes fresh during your stay.

    Embrace the great outdoors and soak up the serene lake views from the comfort of your vacation home. With parking available, you can easily explore the surrounding area and discover the local attractions. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or a fun-filled adventure, our vacation home has everything you need for an unforgettable stay. **2025 Bennington pontoon available to rent. $600/week, $450 for 3 days, or $200 a day. Payment is covered at time of check in.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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 complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Put trash in black bin outside the door
Draw all the blinds down please to help keep it cool.
Store all outside cushions back inside the master bedroom.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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
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 elevators

About the neighborhood

Located in New Auburn, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chippewa County Forest and Ohmart Wetlands State Natural Area. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, motor boating, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our New Auburn travel guide
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WI, New Auburn

What's nearby

  • Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company
    Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company
    41 min drive - 65.3 km
  • Lake Wissota State Park
    Lake Wissota State Park
    45 min drive - 72.1 km
  • Sand Lake
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Long Lake
    6 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds
    41 min drive - 65.6 km

Getting around

  • Eau Claire, WI (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional)
    55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Backwoods Bar & Grill
    15 min drive
  • Max’s on the Lake
    8 min drive
  • Shep's Northshore
    4 min drive
  • Flater's Flambeau Point Resort
    17 min drive
  • Winterhaven
    30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis.?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 2-bedroom modern lake cottage steps off the water just 1.5 hrs from Minneapolis. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Sand Lake, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Island Lake and Chippewa County Forest. Fireside Lakes is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

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Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeside cabin

Great little escape just steps from the lake. Very cozy and comfortable with everything you need to enjoy your stay and the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Moms' weekend Getaway.

The property was wonderful. The owner was very nice and friendly. We loved the views of the lake with the snow. The only disappointing part was that the fireplace was not functional. We chose this property specifically for the lake view and the cozy feel of the heat flames from the fireplace.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Paradise

Our stay at Lake Cottage on Sand Lake was wonderful! My husband & I enjoyed celebrating our 45th Wedding Anniversary at this special, tranquil and peaceful waterfront Cabin. We appreciated and are grateful to Jon for checking in on us, and ensuring that we had the best possible time at our stay on Sand Lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dianne C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Very nice , small home on a beautiful lake.Boat dock was very nice. The deck overlooking the lake was wonderful. The kids had fun fishing from the dock, and getting in a canoe ride. The property sits down hill from the parking area and it’s quite a steep hill to trudge up with all your belongings. Older folks won’t appreciate that.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, inviting lake house

We will definitely be back to this quaint lake house! The view is breathtaking and the pictures don’t give it justice! Jonathan is very friendly and accommodating. Not all hosts I have dealt with are like this. The sound system on the deck and Traeger grill were an added bonus to the beautiful outside area. Hoping to make this a yearly trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will Definitely Be Back

This is a quaint little cottage on Sand Lake in Wisconsin. About a 2 hour drive from the Twin Cities. We stayed here for 5 nights; over the 4th of July holiday weekend. Jonathan, the host, did an excellent job answering all of my questions and he responded very quickly. The cottage was very clean and decorated nicely. Ceiling fans in every room, which is a huge plus. You can’t beat the view. Steps lead down to the lake. In front of the large retaining wall is a grassy knoll for hanging out, room to play frisbee, etc. The lake has a pontoon parade on the 4th which was super cool to see! We at once at Max’s on the Lake. Cute little bar and grill not too far away. We also drive into Bloomer Wisconsin and played 18 holes at the Bloomer Memorial golf course. Nice, relaxing stay. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic cabin with a beautiful view of the water. Very convenient location for a number of the other good fishing lakes in the area. Would highly recommend this cabin, and working with this host, if planning a trip to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property and would rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

Place was perfect for a weekend getaway. Host was fantastic and was always quick to reply to any questions we had. I would definitely book this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Sand Lake

Gorgeous lake view!!!! Lots of good fishing. The cabin has everything you might need. Host stays in close communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jonathan was a great host. The property was as described and has amazing views. The lake is awesome and not busy. We fished and swam every day. The nearby boat landing was very convenient. We would definitely return. Jonathan has an amazing place.
Sunrise
Moonrise
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reasonable for the price

We stayed here a year agoLOVE that it is RIGHT ON the LAKE!!! There aren’t too many places we’ve found directly on the lake.They have an awesome 4th of July celebration on the lake.I let Jonathan know that a few things needed to be cleaner. We also recommended the screen doors needed to be cleaned / changed. Jonathan completely agreed and said he would do that.We missed the kayaks but found out someone had broken them.Jonathan was ON it and within 24 hours had replaced them.Local bars are great! Go to max’s! Don’t let the outside of Kings deter you from entering.Jonathan is a GREAT host!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025