[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room Family-friendly vacation home on the beach, with hot tub ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94890000/94881000/94880913/f61e98a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94890000/94881000/94880913/add504e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94890000/94881000/94880913/0dd394d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94890000/94881000/94880913/7dfff8d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94890000/94881000/94880913/7788bed2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and an arcade/game room. With amenities like a beachfront location and sun loungers, this vacation home is the perfect place to soak up the sun. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 162400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room 🔎Looking for a relaxing vacation by the lake? Stay at Life is Good Lodge, a spacious lakefront vacation rental that can comfortably accommodate up to 14 guests. Enjoy breathtaking views of the lake, unwind in the large and cozy home, and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Book your stay now and experience the perfect lakefront getaway at Life is Good Lodge; set up to ensure you have an amazing time making memories. This beautiful 🏡cabin provides all the comforts of home. Bring the whole gang to the Life Is Good Lodge on peaceful North Long Lake (over 6000 acres) in the Brainerd Lakes Area which is known for its great fishing and recreational fun. We have 150' of private, sugar sand beach 🏖️ with a shallow water entry - perfect for kids to splash and 🏊🏻‍♀️ swim and a level yard with no stairs to the beach! This colorful and fun tri-level boasts room to spread out both inside and out. Perfect for extended family and multiple families. There’s a bunkroom for the kids and 3 other 🛏️ bedrooms. The kids can enjoy their own living space with a large flat screen 📺 TV in the 2nd living area. The home is stocked with family ♟️🎲 games, 📚books, and some toys. We have also stocked it with an additional queen-sized air mattress and bedding for additional guests. There’s plenty of space for the whole family including two comfortable 🛋️ seating areas for games, 🎬 movies, and relaxing. There’s a fully stocked and equipped kitchen with bar seating. A gas 🔥 fireplace in the upstairs living room with amazing views of the lake, a custom wet bar with seating for 6 with an additional bar seating for 4. The home has a 🏓 ping pong table, 🎱 pool table, foosball table, ladder ball, cornhole, and plenty of games to keep the whole family entertained. Have fun on the lake with our 🛶 kayak or stand-up paddle board. Or, choose to relax around the 🔥 fire pit and make S’mores after a great dinner from the wood-fired 🍕pizza oven. We have a fully stocked home ready for your use: Fully stocked kitchen Bathrooms have towels, hair dryers, shampoo, conditioner, body soap Bedrooms are stocked with linens and hangers Plenty of beach toys and outdoor furniture for relaxing We are very close to trails for UTVs. There is plenty of level parking for 🚤 boats and ATV trailers with a circle drive in front of the cabin. You will want to bring your family and friends back to the Life Is Good Lodge for many years to come. We are centrally located; close to everything! Take a quick trip to explore the cute towns of Nisswa, Breezy Point, Crosslake, Pequot Lakes and more! \*🏌️‍♂️ Golfing \* ⛷Skiing (Mount Ski Gull) \* Snowmobile trails/ATV trails \* 🥾Hiking \* Zip lines \* 🍽Restaurants \* 🍻Breweries \* 🚲Bike trails \* 🏁Brainerd International Raceway \* ⛳Miniature Golf \* Paul Bunyan Land \* 🐯Safari North Wildlife Park 👶For children, we have a pack n play portable crib, portable highchair, toddler dishes and utensils, an exersaucer, children's books, and toys, baby gate, and outlet covers. There's also a wagon, stroller, and children's life jackets. ✔We can help you make this a trip to remember. Just ask us for referrals or help setting up any of the following (these would be additional charges): \- Ice fishing house rental and set up \- Sauna at the house for your stay \- Photographer (get those family pictures updated) \- Catering/private chef \- Boat rental \- Bike rental \- Paint and wine night at the house \-Massages at the house This is a perfect rental if you’re attending any of the great festivals/events in the area such as: Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza Lakes Area Music Festival Lakes Jam Crow Wing Viking Festival NHRA Lucas Oil Nationals Crow Wing County Fair ✅Make sure you 🧐follow our social media pages for great 🎥videos of the area and fun events 📆coming up, just search for Life Is Good Lodge Brainerd. Important: We are committed to protecting our properties and keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations, which is why you will be asked to complete our independent verification. Please note: Before your booking begins, you will need to verify your details with us to complete your booking. You will be contacted via email and/or text to complete the verification. You will also be given the choice between paying a refundable deposit or buying a non-refundable damage waiver. We suggest you buy the damage waiver as this protects you in case you cause accidental damage during a booking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Visual alarms in hallways - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Bicycles - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Kayak - Table tennis - Water sports equipment ### 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 ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Bicycles - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 2,400 square feet - Water dispenser - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421900/106421815/2b100783.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW - The Boardwalk on North Long Lake Brainerd with Hot Tub, Pet-Friendly Brainerd - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=106421815&PinnedHotelID=106421815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95040000/95039700/95039640/88e4fa19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pontoon Rental, Great Fishing, Guest House, Swimming off of Dock, & More! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as 572117 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C46.45530%2C-94.23860&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bhStWQp3hdOnf34snZh2jkWSE4Y=) First Assessment, MN #### What's nearby - Gull Lake - 9 min drive - 7.6 km - Brainerd International Raceway - 11 min drive - 10.8 km - Cragun's Legacy Courses - 24 min drive - 21.5 km - Legacy at Cragun's - 29 min drive - 24.8 km - The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 30 min drive - 26.6 km #### Getting around - Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Gas Can Bar And Grill - ‬11 min drive - ‪Dunmire’s on the Lakes - ‬9 min drive - ‪Sidetrack Bar And Restaurant - ‬11 min drive - ‪Freddy's Grille - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Woods - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room? > As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room on Oct 6, 2025 start from CA $627.84, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Brainerd-Hotels-Life-Is-Good-Lodge-Lakefront-With-Sandy-Beach.h94880913.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Life Is Good Lodge lakefront, private beach between Brainerd & Nisswa, game room located? > This Brainerd vacation home is on the beach, steps from North Long Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Gull Lake and Mollie Lake. Crystal Lake and Twin Lakes are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? 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