Cabin in Ogema, MN

Classic American Summer in a Lakeside Cabin - Strawberry Lake Cabin

Classic American Summer in a Lakeside Cabin - Strawberry Lake Cabin

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Wall of windows, deck and screen porch - cabin looks out onto Strawberry Lake
Picture yourself on the deck with a drink, taking in the views of the lake
Sunrise at Strawberry Lake
View of our dock with the canoe at dusk
Twilight view of lighted cabin and deck

Overview of Classic American Summer in a Lakeside Cabin - Strawberry Lake Cabin

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Ogema, MN
  • AirportDetroit Lakes, MN (DTL)47 min drive
  • Popular LocationDetroit Lake48 min drive
  • Popular LocationShooting Star Casino55 min drive
  • Popular LocationItasca State Park63 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom-Loft 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Classic American Summer in a Lakeside Cabin - Strawberry Lake Cabin

A Minnesotan summer is a quintessential American summer.

And on the banks of crystal-clear Strawberry Lake in the far Up North, our one-bedroom, one-bath Strawberry Lake cabin will entice even the most digitally connected guests to step away and enjoy the great outdoors like kids on summer vacation!

Built by local craftsmen in 2013, our Strawberry Lake Cabin sits at the edge of Strawberry Lake, which is beautiful in all seasons but holds a special charm in summertime. The air is warm, the sun shines bright and clear, and the deep green foliage dapples the glassy lake. Enjoy all this lush scenery from the spacious deck under the trees at Strawberry Lake Cabin—from morning coffee to evening glass of wine.

Inside, an open common area, including a fully stocked and gleaming new kitchen, faces cathedral windows overlooking the deck, the woods, and the lake. These windows span the width of the house, all the way up to the lofted sleeping area, which is perched just at the tree line.

A RETREAT FOR COUPLES & FRIENDS; MOREOVER, A PLACE TO REUNITE WHERE EVERYONE CAN SPREAD OUT

Couples love it here at our Strawberry Lake Cabin—no matter the season.

Experience the easy romance of tucking into nature together and shaking off the stresses of everyday life. From the loft bedroom, views of an unpolluted Minnesota sky full of stars will lull you into a deep sleep, and the green woods filled with birdsong will greet you first thing in the morning.

Friends’ getaways—complimented by a bottle of Minnesota wine, maybe? —find a wonderful setting here, as well.

And small families appreciate our Strawberry Lake Cabin—as well as the many family-friendly activities on the property and nearby. To make your family retreat easy, we provide a highchair, a baby crib, and a washer/dryer for warm, fresh clothes for the family mid-week.

No matter who you’re traveling with, we highly recommend a canoe trip out on Strawberry Lake. We will provide the canoe for you! And the water here is calm and peaceful, with less motorboat traffic than on many of the lakes in this area. Not to mention the water clarity: spring-fed Strawberry Lake is so clear; the DNR’s 2022 lake survey measured water clarity at 21 feet!

In summer, the Tamarac Lake National Wildlife Refuge, located just three miles away, comes alive and is a spectacular place for a hike or a bike ride. When you get back from outdoor adventuring, heat up the gas or charcoal grill and get your energy back with a perfectly cooked lakeside burger. Or maybe you'd like to be pampered and treated to a local homemade catered breakfast, lunch, or supper - we can help make that happen.


As the sun starts to sink and the stars pop out, prepare the fire pit for a heavenly dessert of—what else? ~ gooey toasted s’mores over a crackling flame. The cool air of Minnesota summers makes fireside chats comfortable long into the evening.

MAKE NEW MEMORIES WITH US

There’s a timeless quality to Strawberry Lake and Northern Minnesota. As the setting for many of my own happy childhood memories (and the place where I proposed to my wife), the woods and lakes Up North hold a special place in my heart. I love being able to share the magic of this place with others—at a cabin built by people who live here in the area, too.

We’ve decorated the house with items that mean a lot to us, collected locally and around the world.

Be charmed by Strawberry Lake Cabin and the wild places of Minnesota!

NEW BOATING EXPERIENCE

Past guests have asked us if we had a boat they could use. Now, we are excited to announce we have the option of a boat and motor to help you explore and fish Strawberry Lake. Available for rent is our 14 ft. fishing boat and 9.9 hp motor at a flat rate.

Our complimentary canoe continues to be available for you to enjoy.

If you’d like to capture the essence of that “feeling of premium,” we’d love to have you here to experience our version of paradise at Strawberry Lake!

Don & Cheryl Aamodt, Owners
P.S. - Are you looking for a laptop-friendly workplace away from home?... we have year-round, fiber optic high-speed internet.








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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Water view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Portable crib and ciao! baby highchair available.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sunday check in time is 4:00 p.m.
During the summer season (June 7 - September 2), there is a 3 night minimum stay. All other seasons have a 2 night minimum stay.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ogema

Located in Ogema, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Lyle Crovisier Memorial Park and Detroit Mountain Recreation Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge and Detroit Lake Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Red Willow and Whitehouse Interiors, or check out an event or a game at Kent Freeman Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge - 20 min drive
  • Detroit Mountain Recreation Area - 47 min drive
  • Detroit Lake - 48 min drive
  • Shooting Star Casino - 55 min drive
  • Itasca State Park - 63 min drive

Getting around

  • Detroit Lakes Station - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fish House Man - 15 min drive
  • Berry's Bar - 9 min drive
  • Minwanjige Cafe - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic American Summer in a Lakeside Cabin - Strawberry Lake Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic American Summer in a Lakeside Cabin - Strawberry Lake Cabin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic American Summer in a Lakeside Cabin - Strawberry Lake Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Classic American Summer in a Lakeside Cabin - Strawberry Lake Cabin located?

This family-friendly Ogema cabin is located on a lake, 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Red Willow and Whitehouse Interiors and Detroit Lake Beach. Lyle Crovisier Memorial Park and Detroit Lake are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!!
We LOVED the cabin and our stay!! It was very clean and cozy and was just the place for my wife and I! Perfect setting with everything one needs for a comfortable stay! We will absolutely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin
We had a fantastic weekend getaway, my husband and I. It had everything we needed to make meals and more. Wonderful hosts. Nice cozy cabin on a wild winter weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin Ease
Was a cute and cozy cabin for a weekend trip! Comfortable temperature even in the winter (the heated floors were fantastic!)! Beds were comfortable water pressure and water temps were stellar, and if we're back in the area would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allyson B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just What We Needed
What a beautiful cabin in a lovely area. Clean and well maintained with owners and property managers that care. We will absolutely stay here in the future! We enjoyed a quiet, cozy hygge weekend with friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Don Aamodt

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As a farm boy raised on an apple orchard in Stillwater, MN, I grew up loving the outdoors. With my father and grandfather, I spent my childhood hunting, fishing and camping in the woods 'Up North.'

Though my wife (who grew up in Sonoma, CA wine country) and I now live in the Central Valley farming region of California, our love for woods and waters of Minnesota ensures that we make time for yearly visits to Strawberry Lake Cabin. With its tucked-into-the-trees setting next to sparkling, spring-fed Strawberry Lake, we've found no better place in the world for slowing down and recharging together. And, we think you'll agree.

Don't hesitate to contact us with questions about the cabin and the surrounding area of Detroit Lakes - we're happy to help!

What's most important to us is helping you create happy and hopefully lasting vacation memories. If there's any possible way, we can enhance your vacation experience at our property please contact us by phone, text or email...we aim to provide you a first-rate service.

Don Aamodt, Owner






Why they chose this property

When I came to see the lot on Strawberry Lake, I was hooked. This lakefront property - though overgrown and in the need of TLC - captured everything I loved about my youth in Minnesota: a thick cover of trees to mark the passing of the seasons and to keep the cabin secluded, a sandy lakefront for launching canoes, and acres of crystal-clear water. The cabin itself is a newer construction - built in 2013 - and provides lots of amenities we didn't have back in my days of camping in the MN woods, including a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a downy bed for restful nights, radiant heated floors/wall and A/C mini-split system.

What makes this property unique

Too many to name! Mostly, we love its Off-The-Beaten-Path secluded feeling, in the dense trees, the big front deck facing the water, the private boat dock, and the lofted bedroom that feels like a treehouse - a place where you can escape the rest of the world for a while.
Two fun lake fishing & exploring benefits:
1) 14 ft. Lund fishing boat with a 9.9 hp 4 stroke Honda motor for you to rent at the following flat rates:
2-3 night stays - $80.00 (1st tank of gas free)
4 or more night stays - $180.00 (1st tank of gas free)
2) Complimentary 14 ft. Old Town Canoe, with seat backs; paddles (including child's paddle) & life jackets provided

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