Plan an unforgettable stay in this cozy cabin nestled in the pines. Perfect for a solo trip, romantic getaway, or for a few friends comfortable in close quarters. Watch beautiful sunsets, stargaze, roast marshmallows over an open fire, or relax to the sounds of nature in the screened gazebo. A 10 minute drive brings you to the Hinkley Casino or to downtown Pine City, where you will experience quintessential, small-town Minnesota. The space Pine County License A-576249. Per my license, this is a pet-free property. The cabin is 720 square feet. It is efficiently furnished to make the most of its small footprint. There are no closets and very limited floor space so pack light! It is best suited for parties of 1-4 with a maximum occupancy of six that is strictly enforced by Pine County licensing. Living Room: Window A/C unit, petite sectional, 32” TV with DVD and Roku where you may login to your streaming service. YouTube TV is provided. Kitchen: You will have everything you need in the well-equipped kitchen with a gas stove/oven, microwave, and refrigerator/freezer. The kitchen is fully stocked with pots/pans, utensils, spices, crockpot, and toaster. Enjoy your complimentary morning coffee (ground/K-cups) with the use of a combo coffee pot/K-cup machine. Please note there is no dishwasher. A small dining table seats three with additional barstool seating for two at the counter. Or better yet, enjoy your meals al fresco in the backyard with table seating for four! Bedroom 1: Guests rave about the cozy Queen bed! The ceiling fan and stand-alone fan will provide comfort on hotter days. The side door leads to a private deck where you can relax with a garden view. Please note the door to this room is not a standard door but an accordion door. There is one, small step down when entering the room. Bedroom 2: Queen bed with small writing desk. Bedroom 3: The bunk bed nook! (For safety, children under six are not allowed on top bunk and max weight is 175 pounds). Bathroom: Full-sized shower with small water heater. Please be mindful of shower time so no one is left in the cold! Blow dryer, TP, towels, and toiletries provided. Outdoors: Weather permitting, this is where you will likely spend most of your time! Enjoy the fire pit, Blackstone, gas grill, and screened gazebo surrounded by woods. The fire pit comes with a small supply of wood. Additional bundles may be purchased for $4. If you let me know in advance I can have it delivered before your arrival. In under a minute, you can walk the wooded path to the dock. Cast a line in Crappy Cove, build a fire, and enjoy the sunset. With prior arrangements, you may dock your boat using the public boat launch. Please note, this is a small, shallow bay and it does not accommodate large boats. The bay is not suitable for swimming due to unpredictable algae blooms. 2024 Pine City Events: May 11 - City-Wide Garage Sale June 1 - Pride in the Park June 29 - Freedom Fest July 20 - Art fest July 31 - Aug 4 - Pine County Fair Aug 30 - Sept 1 - Pine County Rodeo Guest access You may access the full property with the exception of the outdoor sheds. The dock is available with prior arrangements. Other things to note We like to be as transparent as possible about the cabin so there are no surprises! We do live next door, but give you privacy to enjoy your stay. We are available to assist, answer questions, or fix issues you may encounter. You confirm by booking this property, you have read the entire listing and agree to the house rules. The cabin is not handicap accessible. There is a small staircase with six steps to enter the cabin and narrow doorways on the interior. Children are welcome but the property may not be suitable for infants and toddlers. There are stairs, elevated decks, uneven ground, a firepit, and absence of child safety features. The bathroom is shower only. The property is not fenced and a creek borders it leading to the bay. It is imperative that little ones are supervised at all times! The cabin has a shallow well. It is fine for bathing, but not suitable for drinking. A gallon of complimentary water is provided but please bring ice and drinking water for each person for the duration of your stay. No central air!! There is one window A/C in living room, which cools the front of the cabin. Evening temps drop and with the windows open, bedrooms are typically comfortable for sleeping. Each bedroom has a stand-alone fan to assist with air circulation. The cabin is equipped with a furnace in the rare event it is needed during summer months. There are two motion activated BLINK cameras that are on at all times. The cameras record short audio/video clips. One is located on the path that leads to our house. It partially covers the driveway of the cabin. The other camera is located by the dock. By booking this property you acknowledge and accept the presence of these cameras. There are no other cameras located on the cabin property. This is a seasonal property and only available for a limited time during the year. Every booking is important and there is a firm cancellation policy. You are strongly encouraged to purchase trip insurance in case of bad weather, car trouble, illness, flight delays, etc. There are NO refunds for canceling outside the policy. We can't control the weather, allergies, bugs, lake level, the green algae, or the fish not biting! We do everything we can to keep the cabin pest free, but keep in mind this is a wooded environment. There are lots of critters in the neighborhood including wild turkeys, rabbits, squirrels, deer, turtles, loons, and the occasional bear sighting. If you are lucky, you will catch the magical glow of fireflies and hear the hooting of our favorite resident, Owl Pacino. If you check out the bay, you may see the biggest beaver this side of the Mississippi, known in the neighborhood as GNAWS!