Title: Sunset Retreat 4 Seasons Lake Home - Pedal Boat, Canoe & Kayak - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=83655744&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Sunset Retreat 4 Seasons Lake Home - Pedal Boat, Canoe & Kayak Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Sunset Retreat 4 Seasons Lake Home - Pedal Boat, Canoe & Kayak ![Dining - Sunset Retreat 4 Seasons Lake Home - Pedal Boat, Canoe & Kayak (Big Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83660000/83655800/83655744/61c7c866.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Sunset Retreat 4 Seasons Lake Home - Pedal Boat, Canoe & Kayak (Big Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83660000/83655800/83655744/b8538861.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sunset Retreat 4 Seasons Lake Home - Pedal Boat, Canoe & Kayak (Big Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83660000/83655800/83655744/0ccbd4e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - Sunset Retreat 4 Seasons Lake Home - Pedal Boat, Canoe & Kayak (Big Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83660000/83655800/83655744/70865b85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Sunset Retreat 4 Seasons Lake Home - Pedal Boat, Canoe & Kayak (Big Lake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83660000/83655800/83655744/b3bc4f9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Sunset Retreat, a charming four-season cabin with the best sunset views on Big Lake. Enjoy water toys, cross-country skiing in winter or swimming and fishing during warmer months. This cozy two-bedroom home features a wood-burning fireplace, beautiful white oak floors and new custom cabinetry. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61216 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sunset Retreat 4 Seasons Lake Home - Pedal Boat, Canoe & Kayak Welcome to Sunset Retreat! The updated four season cabin offers the best sunset views on Big Lake, plus plenty of water toys for you to enjoy! A charming two bedroom, one bath home with a large dining table for 8, beautiful white oak floors throughout, a wood-burning fireplace and new custom cabinetry. Swing from the hanging egg chair in the dining room and enjoy the spectacular west-facing view. Then step outside to the spacious patio furnished with a bar, dining table, Traeger pellet grill and a Hot Shot stove for a small fire. During winter months enjoy cross-country skiing, sledding and ice fishing at the lake. Big Lake is also a snow-mobile destination, with access to over 230 miles of groomed trails. During warmer months, walk down to the dock to enjoy swimming, fishing, a ride in the pedal boat, canoe, or kayak (included with your rental), or to simply relax and take it all in. You are welcome to bring a boat and tie it up on the dock. The home features two bedrooms: One with a King Sleep Number bed and desk/dressing table, the second with a full-sized bed with memory foam mattress under a twin bunk bed (with stairs). There is a full-sized futon in the common area. The kitchen is equipped with updated appliances, a Keurig, air fryer/toaster oven, new pots and pans, and standard tools/cooking utensils. There is also a full-sized bath, and a washer and dryer. The house is cooled with a newly updated air conditioning unit. Ceiling fans circulate the air in the living room and two bedrooms, plus two additional fans are provided to move cool air into the bedrooms at night. We all love a good time; however, this is a residential area and we ask renters to be respectful to the neighboring houses which are close by. Outdoor quiet hours are 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. in alignment with the City of Big Lake Noise Ordinance. Smoking on the property is strictly prohibited. About Big Lake: Entertainment Lakeside Park - 1.5 miles \- A public beach and park located directly across the lake, includes a boat launch, playground, basketball courts, volleyball courts and a skate park. \- Rent paddle boards or kayaks from Floaters at the park \- Farmers Market on Wednesdays \- Music in the Park on Thursdays McPetes Sports Bar and Lanes + Mini Golf - 1.5 miles \- Enjoy bowling, mini golf, beach volleyball or a game of bags \- McPetes serves lunch and dinner both inside and outside on the patio Sand Dunes State Forest - 8 miles Just a short trek northeast of town visitors can marvel at 5,000 year-old dunes while fishing and exploring the miles of scenic hiking, biking, snow mobiling and horseback riding trails of Sand Dunes State Forest. Snow Mobiling: The state forest includes a portion of the over 230 miles of groomed trails in the area maintained in a cooperative effort through the Sherburne County Snowmobile Trail Association. Find a trail map and conditions on www.snocruisers.org. Ice Skating Rink - 0.5 miles The city skating rink at 160 Lake Street N includes: Benches, parking, restrooms and a warming house. Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge - 12 miles The refuge offers a variety of recreational activities including hiking, wildlife watching, photography, driving the Prairie’s Edge Wildlife. Paddle the designated canoe route to get a different perspective and get off the beaten path by hiking or biking the service roads when the refuge is out of wildlife sanctuary from September 1 through February 28. ERX Motor Park - 14 miles An all-season motorsports facility in Elk River. They host various racing events - from snocross in the winter to car and ATV races in the summer. Check their website for events. (www.erxmotorpark.com) Bars/Restaurants \- Willy’s on the Water \- Lupulin Brewery Taproom (Award-winning beers, check their calendar for live music and food truck info - www.lupulinbrewing.com) \- The Frozen Spoon Ice Cream (+20 flavors, plus homemade treats & fun gifts!) \- Breakfast: Lake Cafe \- Dinner: Willy’s on the Water, Trails, or The Buff \- Pizza Takeout/Delivery: Pizza Factory ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,216 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94940000/94930100/94930036/afd30df6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MINNeSTAY\* Water's Edge Retreat Waverly - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=94930036&PinnedHotelID=94930036&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95050000/95043100/95043009/270-d8ad5aed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy lake cabin with your own private dock. 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Quiet hours are 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. Loud music and noisy gatherings are prohibited. No parties Sunset Retreat is in a residential neighborhood. Please be respectful of neighbors and their property. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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, a first aid kit, and 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 area Located in Big Lake, this cabin is on the waterfront. Monticello Country Club and Pinewood Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Becker Community Center and Wild Woods Water Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wright Technical Center or Cummings Field. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sunset Retreat 4 Seasons Lake Home - Pedal Boat, Canoe & Kayak Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 63 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra M. Oct 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Sunset Retreat was wonderful - the house was great, the view was incredible and Patrick and Anna were great hosts - they answered questions quickly and we absolutely loved the experience. ##### Sandra M. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle B. Oct 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a fabulous time here! It was quiet and cozy, and had everything we needed for our stay and more. The view was fantastic to wake up to everyday, and we very much enjoyed the outdoor space. Had a fun afternoon on the pedal boat. The house was very clean. Thank you for an incredible stay! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/18b95fb0-8f50-4a77-b737-0f82e2b8b357-1759850414430.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Michelle B. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josh S. Oct 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Place was fantastic. Everything we could have needed was there. Check in was super easy and quick. Use of the garage was nice to store extra things we brought. Enjoyed playing board games each night with the fam. Would book again! ##### Josh S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason H., Tampa Nov 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice retreat Perfect stay during a chilly November visit to see family. Great location and very comfortable clean and updated accommodations. Would stay again when in the area!! ##### Jason H. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole J. Nov 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving getaway We stayed while visiting family in town. Convenient location with access to everything we needed for the holidays! ##### Nicole J. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl R. Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday stay Really nice & clean! Would recommend this for anyone looking for a place to stay. Hosts were very friendly. ##### Cheryl R. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura Y. Jan 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Retreat This was the perfect location and amenities for my stay. I'd love to come back in warmer weather and enjoy the lake and outdoor activities. ##### Laura Y. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandee S. Oct 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Lake Front Cabin Just had a fantastic stay. Cabin is perfect! Location to lake and dock access can’t be beat. We used the provided canoe to paddle over to Willy’s on The Lake for some food and brew. ##### Brandee S. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela W. Apr 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Work Stay Beautiful property with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Easy check in and great response time from hosts. Weather was still a little chilly during our stay to enjoy anything water related however, the area looks very inviting and well kept. ##### Angela W. Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary M. Feb 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay We had a fantastic time. We are two quilting ladies, and the cabin was very spacious with open concept which made it easy for us to set up our quilting stations. Everything was clean and worked well. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your cabin. ##### Mary M. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Toni G. Jun 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing weekend in Big Lake! Even though the weather wasn’t the best, we had a great time. The location was perfect & there was something to do for everyone. Patrick & Anna were very communicative providing excellent suggestions for local things to do & places to visit. We would definitely stay again!! ##### Toni G. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy L. Sep 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely retreat A beautiful and relaxing retreat. The boats and campfire added some lakeside fun too. The property is well kept and welcoming. Thanks for sharing your home with us! ##### Cathy L. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan B. May 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Relaxing Spot We had family from out of town stay and it was wonderful for the cousins to get together and fish. House was great but there are stairs. ##### Susan B. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kara H. Jan 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful January Stay! We had a wonderful stay! The view of the lake is gorgeous, house is comfortable and gorgeous, beds are comfortable, and the hosts were great at communicating with us. The different spaces to relax in the house was really nice. We would love to come back in the summer to enjoy the lake more! We appreciated the restaurant recommendations, Willys on the Water was our favorite! ##### Kara H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### shawn s. Jun 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation Property was well maintained and updated. Hosts responded quickly to any questions I had. Property manager was very friendly and helpful during our stay The lake was clear and had a nice sandy beach for our kids to play on, I would definitely stay here again! ##### shawn s. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathryn F. Apr 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Friends Get-together Patrick and Anna were the perfect host/hostess for a weekend to celebrate a friend! The weekend was seamless and everything was perfect! Location and the house was amazing! I will definetly try to return and enjoy the summer fun at this place! ##### Cathryn F. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackie D. Dec 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Getaway Great place to sneak away to during the holidays! Giant TV and comfy couch to watch the holiday classics and a giant dining room table to do puzzles and play board games! I had a little bit of a hiccup with the lock when I arrived since it was new, but I received immediate responses so it wasn't an issue. Thinking about bringing the family during the summer next year! ##### Jackie D. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie E. Aug 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect respite Anna and Patrick’s home is lovely! The photos do not do it justice. It is simple, elegant and well built. The floor plan lends itself to feeling open and spacious. The grounds are well kept and the lake is super accessible! We would stay there again In a heartbeat! ##### Stephanie E. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen P. Sep 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful! It was amazing 😁 The house is beautiful the view is beautiful it was very clean and was exactly how the pictures showed! We will definitely be going back❤️ Thank you ##### Karen P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica T. Aug 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Getaway I would absolutely recommend Sunset Retreat for your family getaway. I stayed at the house with my husband, children and mom and we all had a wonderful time. The house was clean and beautiful. So many fun activities for my kids to do. They swam all day and had fires in the mornings and evenings. It was wonderful! We all feel so refreshed after our weekend trip to Big Lake! ##### Jessica T. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to escape The property is awesome and the communication with the owner was easy. There was an electronic glitch with the entry lock, but all was addressed as the owner called right after seeing the message and made sure there was a plan B if the glitch could not be fixed. Fortunately it was and we had a great girls weekend! Just a wonderful location. The cabin is clean and comfortable. There are restaurants and activities near by. Just an overall great trip! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy C. Sep 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Has It All We had a relaxing and enjoyable time. My husband and I were able to relax and watch the beautiful lake and boaters. The restaurants in town are delicious. We ventured out to within a max of 45 minutes to Albertville, Clearwater and St. Cloud for some great finds shopping and then came back to the quiet of the Lake each night. The house had everything we needed and the communication could not have been better. Thank you for a wonderful stay! ##### Cindy C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert S. Aug 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sunset Retreat is the perfect getaway spot - close to the Twin Cities We had an amazing stay at Sunset Retreat in Big Lake, MN. This beautiful home is located right on the lake, has so much useable/comfortable common space (dining room, living room and great patio) all with amazing lake views. We were only 45 miles from home AND were able to have a great getaway! We had everything we needed from the kitchen to the patio to the water. And the hosts, Patrick and Anna, were perfect - very friendly, provided awesome communication while also ensuring we also had our privacy (so we could enjoy our time together as a family). We even got to see both a bald eagle and a loon right up close during our stay! ##### Robert S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca H. Oct 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exactly what I was looking for This lakeside spot is just what I wanted, and will probably be what you want to! The house is all yours, REALLY all yours and not "all yours but also the owner lives upstairs and grandma lives in the basement". It was truly private! The backyard is huge and the lake access is amazing. My spouse and I sat by the lake for hours and it was the first time I've felt relaxation in years ;) It's beautiful! The house itself has lovely modern interiors, but is very comfortable. Big couches, the sleep number bed is a treat. Check in was easy, communication was easy, highly recommended! ##### Rebecca H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeffrey J. Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very clean, nicely finished home. ##### Jeffrey J. 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