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Historic 1904 cabin on Clark Lake in Nisswa: JUNE - JULY - AUGUST available!

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Property grounds
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Nisswa, MN
  • Place, Nisswa Family Fun Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, The Pines Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Gull Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the area

Nisswa

Located in Nisswa, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Nisswa Family Fun Center and The Pines Golf Course. .This vacation home is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Mississippi River and 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from Mollie Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Nisswa Family Fun Center - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • The Pines Golf Course - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • MN Surf Co - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Gull Lake - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Nisswa City Park - 9 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dunmire’s on the Lakes - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Iron Waffle - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Freddy's Grille - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy*s - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic 1904 cabin on Clark Lake in Nisswa: JUNE - JULY - AUGUST available!

Step back in time in this charming 1904 lake home that is featured in the local history books! Conveniently located a quarter mile from a public boat landing and the Paul Bunyan Trail. It's an easy 3 mile bike ride or walk to downtown Nisswa for shopping and dining.

Enjoy swimming off the dock, boating, and watching the sunset on peaceful Clark Lake. There is a gas grill, paddleboat, kayaks, lily pad raft, firepit, yard games, swing set for small children, and beautiful flower gardens around the 1 acre property for you to enjoy.

The first floor has a full bath and one bedroom with a lake view (queen bed). Upstairs there is another bathroom with a shower and two bedrooms. The largest room overlooks the lake and sleeps 4 (queen bed, twin daybed and trundle). The second upstairs bedroom sleeps 3 (queen bed, twin). Additionally, there is a built-in daybed (XL twin) in the living room. The little boathouse is the perfect place to nap or relax with a glass of wine and listen to the loons.

The house has been carefully renovated to maintain all its historic charm while providing modern amenities including wifi, smart tv, washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave, and AC units in all bedrooms. There is also a record player, board games, puzzles and lots of books for guests to enjoy.

There are lots of pontoon rental businesses in the area for guest who would like to rent a boat and park it at the dock. Bikes can also be rented in downtown Nisswa.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as gas grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Historic 1904 cabin on Clark Lake in Nisswa Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the Labor Day weekend with family at The Historic1904 Cabin. People went fishing, paddle boarding, swimming, biking, and making snores around the campfire. The home was perfect for our crowd and we loved the historic, natural beauty of the entire property. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay in n ideal home

Beautiful cabin on the perfect lake. The home is decorated in a delightful and whimsical way. The amenities made for an amazing experience for the whole family. Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie C., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway

We (5 adults and a toddler) had a great week at Grey Gables on Clark Lake. The cabin is comfortable, charming and rustic in a way that makes you feel like you're really getting away to a lake and the Northwoods. We really appreciated being close to Nisswa for groceries, shopping and when we didn't feel like cooking and the Paul Bunyan State Trail for bike rides. The hostess was very responsive to our questions and provided helpful recommendations for the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

Beautiful big house on the lake. Very cozy and plenty of space to spread out! Close to Nisswa which is a perfect town for shopping. Hostess is awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Step back to a quieter time

The cottage is quaint and obviously well loved. We felt honored to be allowed and welcomed into such a historic family home. Its old and mismatched furniture and decor fits perfectly into this setting from another era. The house is clean and the owner was very accommodating—prompt to reply and beyond gracious in handing a few minor issues that arose. We are all senior citizens and the stairs are steep,; the path down to the lake uneven and there are lots of small level changes and small steps on the first floor. If you have mobility issues, this could be a problem. The view, the charm, the quiet and the flowers made our quiet sibling reunion just what we were looking for.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extended Family Fun!

House was clean! Grounds are beautifully maintained and so inviting. It was a very warm week and the window a/c units in the bedrooms kept up. Kitchen fully stocked and had everything we needed. Great selection of books! Only note was the lake is shallow at the dock and the kids didn’t like the feel of the plant growth and debris that came in from the lake maintenance work for swimming. Beach nearby was a hit. Totally fine for paddleboarding and other lake activities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal lake cabin experience

We felt right at home in the cabin from the moment we arrived. Everything we needed for an extended family stay in a well appointed cabin was thought of and in place. We enjoyed bon fires, fishing from the dock, and being on the lake. Maja is very responsive and checked in to make sure all was going well. We will be back!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley A., Durham, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful 1904 cabin in Nisswa

This cabin is the perfect fit for a lake vacation with extended family! There are three ample bedrooms and 2 full baths. The decor is lovely(an unusual situation for most cabins where faux leather recliners are the usual). This is the kind of space one wants to stay forever. The lake is lovely and there are lots of boats and boards to use. Loons ! The Paul Bunyan Trail is a short walk away. We rented bikes and rode every day. Internet is so strong it even reaches the dock! Because of the age and charm of this cabin... it's reminiscent of cabin life in the good old days... definitely an extra special experience! But, now there are all the modern conveniences! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

We didn’t want to leave!

Our stay at this magical home felt way too short. Minnesota has become a favorite destination for our family and we cannot wait to make it back to Grey Gables!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Picturesque escape for a girls weekend!!

My friends and I booked this beautiful VRBO for a girls weekend and it was PERFECT! The photos do not even begin to capture how beautiful this property is, inside and out! There was plenty of space for 10 adult women to sleep comfortably, and we really enjoyed the space in the sun and dining rooms to play games and share meals! Thee weather one day was perfect to use the lily pad, paddle board and kayak!! I would rent this house again in a heartbeat! It was truly lovely. Also, access to the Paul Bunyan trail is so close!! A few of us brought our bikes and enjoyed a quick 10 mile loop one morning. I’d highly recommend taking advantage of the proximity!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lane H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long weekend at Grey Gables

What a wonderful place to enjoy time with family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness

What dreams are made of…

I fell in love with the pictures and even more so when I saw it in person. The boat house on a rainy summer afternoon was magical. The attention to detail the owner has taken restoring this house property, down to the hidden garden surprises is truly an adventure we had every day just walking around. The path to Nisswa was fun for our family to enjoy together. The lake at the end of the dock is very shallow which was reassuring as a mom with 2 small kids. Close to the exciting Gull lake nearby, but a quiet lake to escape to after a busy day. Every amenity we needed was provided. Some stuff for our 4 and 6 year olds, some great reading material, and… comfy beds! We would love to go back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy and Comfortable

Maja's home is comfortable yet chic and has all of the amenities you need to enjoy your time at the lake! If feels more like a home and less like a rental. We were very happy and settled in from the moment we checked in. Thank you Maja for a wonderful experience on Clark Lake!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice location

Played golf at Preserve, Deacons, Classic. Central location in Nisswa. Quiet spot on Clark Lake. Very Comfortable accommodations for our foursome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trina Marie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pure Magic

This cabin was so amazing. It is old and historic while managing to be comfortable and the things needed in this day and age. There were so many historic features to take in and appreciate. It was meticulously clean and had all the basic amenities one would expect to find in a rental. The character was so so charming and every space was large and comfortable. There was AC units in every bedroom. And even during the day the areas without AC stayed remarkably cool despite 80+ degree weather. Beds were comfortable and I wasn't missing my bed while we were there! The lake is fairly shallow, but that was great for our group of 3-9 year olds to swim off the dock. Lake had good fishing and an area of deeper water for water activities. The bonus of a paddle board, lily pad, and paddle boat were perfect and provided hours of entertainment. The boathouse was a charming little place to feel the breeze off the lake and play cards. The owner was very attentive and relaxed. You can tell the time and care that goes into the upkeep of this beautiful cabin and property. We were very very pleased with both the cabin and the owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place to Stay With Friends

I was so lucky to find this listing before it gets completely booked up. The pictures online are accurate, but almost don't do the place justice. It is so well manicured, decorated, and the owner has thought of everything to make our stay wonderful. We had 8 girlfriends there for a 40th birthday party celebration and it was the perfect place to stay. There were enough beds, it was nice and peaceful, and Nisswa wasn't too far for us to go shopping or have dinner and drinks. We have a couple more friends turning 40 this year and will definately book here again if it is available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023