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Log Cabin on beautiful Howard Lake.

Waterfront vacation home with balcony and fireplace

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Escape to this spacious log cabin on Howard Lake, perfect for family gatherings or friends' getaways. Unwind in the 3-season screened porch with a beautiful view of the lake's sunsets. Inside, enjoy some friendly competition at the pool table, darts and fossball games.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Log Cabin on beautiful Howard Lake.

Plenty of room for the whole family or as a getaway with friends. Log cabin built in 2010. 5 bedroom with sleeping for 17. Howard Lake is a super clean lake. Water clarity 15 feet plus. 5 bedrooms include 2 bunk beds. Pull out couch has another queen.

Lower level has a pool table, darts, and fossball.

Beatiful view from the screened in 3 season porch to see the beautiful sunsets over Howard Lake.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 17
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

Log On Beautiful Howard Akeley
Log Cabin on Beautiful Howard Lake
Log Cabin on beautiful Howard Lake. Akeley
Log Cabin on beautiful Howard Lake. Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Located in Akeley, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Eleventh Crow Wing Lake and Walker City Park, while Woodtick Theatre and Paul Bunyan Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Visit our Akeley travel guide
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MN, Akeley

What's nearby

  • Eleventh Crow Wing Lake
    17 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Woodtick Theatre
    18 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Paul Bunyan Historical Museum
    18 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Tianna Country Club
    20 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Northern Lights Casino
    25 min drive - 21.6 km

Restaurants

  • Zappy's Cafe
    14 min drive
  • Brauhaus German Restaurant and Lounge
    17 min drive
  • Stompin' Grounds
    18 min drive
  • Harold Harris VFW Post 8508
    13 min drive
  • Akeley Muni
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Log Cabin on beautiful Howard Lake. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Log Cabin on beautiful Howard Lake.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Log Cabin on beautiful Howard Lake.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Log Cabin on beautiful Howard Lake. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Eleventh Crow Wing Lake, Tianna Country Club, and Woodtick Theatre. Paul Bunyan Historical Museum and Shingnobee Recreation Area are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Log Cabin on beautiful Howard Lake. Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 143 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Good time.

Log home was very nice and clean. We enjoyed renting the pontoon for a day and the other lake toys there. And we had success catching fish.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

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

Very nice place

Beautiful views and beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

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

Guys trip

The house is perfect for a large group. Bedrooms are spread out on three levels and there is a large living room and dining space for a large group to hang out. Only down side is parking is limited and the driveway is steep. If you are traveling winter i recommend for when drive
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Lovely lake getaway

Beautiful property with lots of room and amenities. Pontoon rental was perfect and we loved using the paddleboards, canoe, and kayak
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H., Park Rapids, MN

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

What a great place to hang out and make memories.

The place was better than the photos! Amazing log structure. Cozy yet spacious. I would book again and again. Thanks for the great place and even better sunsets!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine R.

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

beautiful cabin

we had such a nice time! the cabin was gorgeous, and much bigger than I was expecting! the kids had a blast catching sunnies down at the lake and it was such a perfect environment for a getaway weekend to relax together.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

July Family weekend

Accommodations worked great for our family of 8 adults and 6 children. House was clean. Path to lake was fairly steep. Enjoyed use of dock, canoe, water boards, kayak and lily pads.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

JAE K.

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

Nice for a Large Family Weekend

We had a nice weekend here. The cabin was as described. It has a nice up north log cabin feel and Howard Lake is spectacular. It's the perfect lake for water skiing. One thing to note is the walk down to the lake from the cabin is very steep.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tia H.

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

Great weekend getaway

This is our second time staying at the cabin. Plenty of space for a group of 9. Jake was very timely with questions that were asked. Will definitely return. Check in and check out we’re easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Cabin getaway

The cabin was great was exactly as described, plenty of space, the games were enjoyed by all. Jake was easy to work with, we ended up leaving a knife behind and he worked with us to get it back which was great, would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

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

Awesome Log Cabin

This is a very nice, large, spacious and clean log cabin on a great lake. There was plenty of room for our family. There were lots of things to do in the cabin on rainy days. The lake is very clear and quiet. Perfect for fishing and water sports. Jake (owner) was very attentive to all of our questions/requests. Our family loved our special family time at this great property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

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

Just What We Needed

We booked this beautiful log house for a fishing vacation for our 4 adult children and families. It was just what we needed for the 15 in our party. The place was clean, comfortable and had plenty to do inside and out. We wouldn't hesitate to book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Trudy B.

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

Large cabin for groups

Overall, our group of friends enjoyed our stay. It's a neat cabin with traditional big log construction, a nice porch and plenty of beds to accommodate 10-12 comfortably. The kitchen was well stocked. It is nestled in the trees which is cozy but the view of and access to the lake is somewhat limiting. The host was easy to contact and very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela R.

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

Family Lake Time

We absolutely loved this beautiful cabin. The accommodations are lovely! The lake is a great size, not too big so that it is really busy, but big enough to enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing- we definitely took advantage of the watercraft that Jake made available to us! The setting is so serene and close to wonderful hiking trails and beautiful forests. The little town of Walker is charming with cute shops, coffee shops and restaurants. We highly recommend a visit!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

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

We enjoyed our stay

The property was clean and comfortable. Lots to do in the downstairs play area with pool table, games, darts. We rented the pontoon and it was large and easy to drive. The path to the lake is very steep. A few of us had a hard time getting down to the lake. But the property was very nice with a firepit and nice area around the fire. There could be some updates done to the property but all-in-all we had a good vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

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

A day in the woods

We had a great time; the cabin was perfect for the group we had (5 couples). Parking was kind of tight if you have a trailer but very manageable if you unload on the road and back in. We did have 6 Jeeps and a truck/trailer combo and was able to park all of in in the parking space provided. The lake was very quiet on our weekend making the morning coffee on the deck seeing the fog lift on the water, listing to the Loons and watching the Eagles.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

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

This Place Has It All and More

This property is settled in a quiet, wooded neighborhood with the lake just beyond the trees. The house is beautiful with the wooded, cabin feel. Each bedroom is roomy, the beds were comfortable, and two of the five bedrooms had a private bathroom. The kitchen is well stocked with what you need to fix whatever you bring. The dining table fit our family. The entertainment available between board games, bar games, and movies was fun! We enjoyed sitting around the campfire, bean bags on the lower patio, sitting on the upper deck, and inside the screened in porch. This place has it all and more! We will certainly be returning to this house. The owner was quick to respond to my few inquiries prior to arriving.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry G.

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

Family Get Together

My wife and I stayed here with our 3 adult children, their spouses and our 7 grandchildren. The house was as advertised with many available activities. There was plenty of room in the house so we did not feel cramped. Very nice view. We brought UTV's to enjoy the local trail system and the parking got a little tight, since we had 3 trailers, but was not unmanageable. The only negative would be the one neighboring property was a little sketchy, but you really only notice it when driving in and out. We would stay here again, for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty E.

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

Christmas Memories

This home was beautiful, spacious and inviting. A few minor issues with the 18mo finding random blueberries on the floor. (We didn't bring blueberries) Three of my four boys made the trip with your kids. The other one was at the hospital delivering his first baby. My 7th grandchild. Everyone had a great time, opening presents, playing games, eating wonderful food and playing downstairs in the basement with all the fun activities and games that were there. The owner was easily reached and accommodating. Take pictures when you arrive of any damage you see, we forgot and are being charged for a small hole in a wall we didn't cause. No worries, I'll get it paid, not worth the fight. Would stay here again. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

mcna0073 U.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Akeley, MN

First impression: This was a beautiful lake home. It looked like it would serve us well. Pre-arrival communications with the host welcoming. So far so good. But the first problem was the thermostat, which was unmanageable. I contacted the host for instructions; he agreed it's a problem. We never made it work; we instead used the electric fireplace, and no one was particularly comfortable. Kitchen: There were NO DISHES! Heavy crockery plates, too few of them for the 17 guests that the listing promises to accommodate, and NO drinking glasses. Okay for wine glasses, okay for rocks glasses, but for water? juice? We had to go to the store to buy paper plates, drinking cups, and eating utensils. Cleanliness: This home needs a serious deep clean. Dead mice in the basement mousetraps, and mouse droppings on the floors next to which extra linens were stored. We removed couch cushions looking for a missing hat, and found crumbs, tissues, napkins, food scraps on the couch platform that had clearly been there for a very long time. Beds: We were a party of far fewer than the 17 potential guests that the home promised to accommodate, but four of those beds were in a bunk situation in the master bedroom; an odd configuration for a master, and not a particularly private room. We had a nice time, but not excellent, and not up to the standards that the listing promised, and that we expected. Very nice host; nice house, but not A+.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sviatlana T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend rest in this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

sue h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was roomy and had something for everyone. Plenty of sleeping options.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice property. Kids & adults enjoyed all of the games. Was roomy enough for all of us!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwenda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay!! Private, peaceful, huge. Check in was very easy. The owner was quick to answer my questions. It had all the necessities for our cooking needs. Lots of games and entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue O.

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

O’Fallon vacation

Beautiful place had a great three days with family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024