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Big Pelican Lake Private Retreat

2.0 star property
Beachfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds - Big Pelican Lake Private Retreat (Detroit Lakes)
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Property grounds - Big Pelican Lake Private Retreat (Detroit Lakes)
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Big Pelican Lake Private Retreat (Detroit Lakes)
Located on Big Pelican Lake, this cozy cabin offers a serene lakeside escape. With over 400 feet of shoreline and a private lot, you can unwind with bonfires, play yard games or simply relax at the dock.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

Big Pelican Lake Private Retreat

AFFORDABLE BIG PELICAN LAKE CABIN RENTAL!!

2 BR 1 BA cabin (with a 3rd bed pullout couch) on large 2+ acre private lot on Big Pelican Lake available now. Over 400 feet of lakeshore frontage. Flat lot perfect for yard games. Great spot for bonfires, horse shoe pit, easy access to the Pelican Lake sandbar, and plenty of privacy and space. Dock with ability to tie on a boat. No lift available. Pets are ok with prior permission.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

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

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No use of wood stove inside the cabin without prior written approval.
No access to the garage or land across Fish Lake Road without prior written approval.

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

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

About the neighborhood

Map
MN, Detroit Lakes

What's nearby

  • Tamarack Lake - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Crystal Lake - 15 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Shady Hollow Flea Market - 21 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Detroit Lake - 24 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Detroit Lake Beach - 28 min drive - 29.9 km

Getting around

  • Detroit Lakes Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zorbaz on Pelican Lake - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Tj's Booze & Bistro - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cornfield Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Cormorant Pub - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Tri Lakes Roadhouse Bar & Grille - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Pelican Lake Private Retreat 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 Big Pelican Lake Private Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Pelican Lake Private Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Pelican Lake Private Retreat located?

Situated on the beach, this cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Tamarack Lake, Crystal Lake, and Scambler Wildlife Management Area. Pikes Bay Sports Area and Cormorant Lions John&Vi Welton Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Big Pelican Lake Private Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Fish Lake

Perfect little spot for a family of 4!We’ve stayed on the larger part of Big Pelican previously but preferred this location as it was tucked around on Fish Lake. The place had everything we needed to enjoy our vacation and host was responsive with questions.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete J.

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

Awesome host. Stay was everything advertised

Cabin was awesome. Had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Talon B.

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

Summer Stay

House was clean and in a very quiet area by the lake.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete J.

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

Great place!

Host was great to work with. Super flexible and responsive. House was exactly as advertised. Nice property. We will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Brad H.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Interior unfinished

Bedroom was actually the mechanical room with dresser and the bed was jammed in a corner! Only 1 outside garbage can that was completely full when we arrived and still full 4 days later. Had to pile ours on top. I asked how many steps down to dock, 'No steps, just a path to the dock' was the response. Turned out to be quite steep - my spouse unable to get to the dock. The dock was little more than a few floating pallets. After towing our boat 180 miles we had no place to tie-up! Very sad. Have pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024