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Completely remodeled Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake

Completely remodeled Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake

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Front exterior of cottage
Love this spot when grilling at night
Beautiful cottage just steps from the beach
The coziest loft with lots of beds! Sleeps 8 up here!
Built-in extra long twin bunk beds! New mattresses. Great for kids and adults!

Overview of Completely remodeled Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake

Reviews
4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Ortonville, MN
  • Popular LocationBig Stone Lake State Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBig Stone Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationOrtonville Municipal Golf Course14 min drive
  • AirportWatertown, SD (ATY-Watertown Regional)77 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Loft

+2
4 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Main Floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Completely remodeled Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake

Welcome to our Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake! We hope this is a home where you can find rest and relaxation away from the busyness of life. Whether you come for fishing and boating, ice fishing, a girl's or guy's weekend away, or time with family and friends, we hope you leave feeling refreshed. This space was designed with intentionality to provide everything you need for a relaxing, fun stay at the lake. It was completely remodeled and is like a brand new home so you can relax whether you're inside or outside! There is a master bedroom on the main floor with queen bed, and huge loft upstairs with 2 extra-long twin bunkbeds and 2 queen-size beds. One of the couches in the living room area also includes a pull-out bed! Enjoy making meals in the brand new kitchen and spending time together in this large, remodeled, open-concept space. Curl up with a good book in the sitting area while kids enjoy the spacious space to play upstairs!

Accommodations for children: we have 5 children of our own, and so we wanted to make sure that this space made taking kids along as easy as possible. We have provided a pack n play for little ones with extra sheets, a sound machine upstairs, and a portable highchair. We have a few games, puzzles, books, and toys so that you don't have to take any extras along. The beach is even close enough to the house, that you could lay your little ones down, and have a monitor down by the beach while you keep in constant contact with them inside. The upstairs loft is a dream for kids and adults alike, but has enough space to play if you need a bit of separation, with a separate bathroom up there. We also made sure to put a bathtub on the main floor b/c we know how important it is to have a bathtub when trying to bathe little ones.

Amenities away from the cottage: If rest and relaxation is what you came for, you won't need to go any further, especially if you enjoy cooking a meal in the fully functional and furnished kitchen. If you need to get out for a bit of exercise, this cottage is on the quietest road that stretches both directions right next to the lake. It is actually inside a state park, and if you want to find more trails to hike, or if you have friends who want to camp, you can go just down the road to Big Stone State Park. There are also a couple trails just feet from our property into the state park. There is a boat ramp about 1/4 mile down the road if you'd like to take a boat along for your stay here. In addition, there are several restaurants nearby if you'd prefer to go out to eat a night or two. Please contact us and we'd be happy to share!

There is space for everyone inside, but outside the accommodations are also spectacular! Enjoy the highly sought-after beach area on the property with the excellent shade trees. Feel free to take a ride on the kayaks or paddle board! Finish off the day with a bonfire outside on the new patio by the lake, and curl up in a cozy bed for the evening. This place is truly special with it's modern cottage feel, and we created it to be a pristine space that feels like a true retreat from the chaos of life, so you could enjoy time with the people you love.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No loud noise after 10 PM and no parties are allowed.
We have a strict 10 person MAX policy. If your party is over 10, please talk to us about it first. This is in the rental agreement as well.

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

About the area

Ortonville

Located in Ortonville, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Big Stone Lake Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Big Stone Lake State Park and Big Stone National Wildlife Refuge.

What's nearby

  • Big Stone Lake State Park - 1 min walk
  • Big Stone Lake - 1 min walk
  • Central Park - 14 min drive
  • Ortonville Municipal Golf Course - 14 min drive
  • Big Stone Lake Museum - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Watertown, SD (ATY-Watertown Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lakewood Lodge - 12 min drive
  • Shady Beach Grill House And Pasta - 38 min drive
  • Off The Green - 13 min drive
  • Lakewood Supper Club - 12 min drive
  • Pizza Ranch - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Completely remodeled Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Completely remodeled Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Completely remodeled Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Completely remodeled Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ortonville cottage is just steps away from Big Stone Lake State Park and Big Stone Lake. Ortonville Municipal Golf Course and Central Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

amyfarris3@hotmail.com

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place!
We had a fantastic stay! The cabin is beautifully decorated and had everything we needed. (My sister loves to cook/bake and brought some of her own kitchen prep tools along but the main items needed were provided.) We loved the kayaks and paddle board and had some great campfires in the evenings. We rented a pontoon for a day and enjoyed exploring the lake (originally booked with Lakeshore RV park but rained on our rental day so rented from Schmitt’s landing the next day…both places very easy to work with). Other things that we loved: the built in bunks for the kids, the huge dining room table for the whole family, and the board games on a rainy day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, Again...
Such a fabulous "cabin" with everything you could need! This was our 2nd stay here and just as wonderful as the first. Beds are super comfortable, kitchen very well appointed, quiet neighborhood, very close to walking trails. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage!
The cottage worked well for our group. A little warm upstairs on the warmest days of our stay but manageable. The open layout of the kitchen and the seating areas for a group is very nice. The location on the lake is close to some great fishing this time of year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning home and view
Beautiful home and immaculately clean. Lake is peaceful and we enjoyed using the kayaks and firepit. We hope to come back next year! Make sure you bring life vests, firewood and any specialty groceries you’ll need. The town is adorable, but it is a long way to a big city. The hike is worth it. You’ll find QUIET and lots of wildlife. Thanks to the owners for a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Nichole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Ladies Weekend
9 of us (age 35-65) stayed in this beautiful cottage for a fun fall weekend of games, long walks at the state park across the street, fun meals made in the beautiful kitchen, and lots of wonderful conversation in the cozy living room and beach! This was such a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Your host

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We are a family of 7 who love the outdoors and have always had a love for being on water. We wanted a fun place where we could slow down and be present with our 5 children, and we truly hope that this space provides you with this same experience. Life is busy, and sometimes it takes a getaway to be forced to put away the things that grab our attention and instead enjoy the people we love.

Why they chose this property

We were looking for a place that could be a year-round getaway, and my husband has always loved fishing. He was initially drawn to the lake because of the legendary fishing he had heard about, but I was drawn to the lake for it's peacefulness, and specifically this lot b/c it was large, it had so many trees, and it was a unique cottage retreat that seemed like the perfect place to spend a long weekend or vacation. We ended up doing more remodeling then what we had initially planned, but we are thrilled with the result, and we believe it combines the cottage character that it originally had but now with modern appeal.

What makes this property unique

We absolutely love everything about this property. Many properties on the lake do not have the walk-in entrance to the lake or a beach, and with young children, this was very important to us. We love that it's a very unique home with tons of character, so a rainy day inside is still a treat to relax, read, play games, or catch a show on TV. The property is quite private, and it's on a very quiet road that is great for walks at any time of day.
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