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Peaceful home on quiet lake – year round fun!

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Escape to the serene Duck Lake, where a family home awaits with a lake-facing deck and spacious yard for outdoor games. Connect with nature on the detached screened porch or by the lake-side fire pit, while enjoying activities like kayaking, paddle boarding, and swimming.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10185 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful home on quiet lake – year round fun!

Welcome to Duck Lake! We are eager to share our family home with you. We're not foo-foo here, just clean and comfortable!! While you’re here, we’re hoping you can connect with your family and friends and enjoy the great outdoors. Duck Lake has only a couple dozen homes and cabins surrounded by forest. Our lake is perfect for families who enjoy privacy. Even though Duck Lake has no public access we are only 1500 feet from the Cross Lake public access and all the excitement the Whitefish Chain of lakes offers. Our entire home and the surrounding 2 ½ acres are available to you.

Outdoor space:
Large lake-facing deck (many lawn chairs available)
Detached screened porch with queen-size Sleep Number bed and pull-out couch (Perfect for those guests who want to get even closer to nature and hear the loons and owls hooting at night!)
Dock and swimming area - kayaks and paddle boards
Lake-side fire pit (Help yourself to firewood.)
Large yard for outdoor games
Charcoal grill

Outdoor activities include:
Kayaking
Paddle boarding
Swimming (Lily Pad and other “floaties” available in screened porch attached to garage)
Biking - biking path is located along West Shore Drive
Nature walks
Birdwatching
Hiking - (Walk through the woods on our “secret path” to swim and fish on Crosslake.)
Campfires - (Free firewood!)
Hunting
Snowmobiling - (Major snowmobile trails traverse our lake. See included maps for details.)

**Feel free to use groceries and other items in the cupboards and refrigerator. If you run out of a certain item please leave a note so we can restock that item. This is a family home so help yourselves! Thanks!

Quiet hours: Sunday-Thursday (10:00pm-7:00am) Friday-Saturday (11:00pm-8:00am)
No smoking
One dog allowed under 50 pounds. (Please keep it off the furniture.)
No parties or events

Television & DVD player - We have a Roku Express so that you can access your major streaming services. Remotes are located on the shelf underneath the television. There is an HDMI cord located underneath the television for direct connection to your laptop. There are also several DVDs available in the closet in the upstairs bedroom.


House rules and departure instructions:
**Upon departure: (Check out is 11:00 am.)
Please place trash bags in the green trash container in the garbage shed in the cul-de-sac. Bags of recycling can be placed on the screened porch. Clean dog feces from the yard.
Run the dishwasher with any dirty dishes.
Rumple the bedding and leave pillows on top of all used beds. You don’t need to strip them. Place used towels in the laundry room.
Turn off air conditioners. Turn thermostats down to 50 degrees.
Return lawn chairs, kayaks and “floaties” to where you found them.
THANKS!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,991 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Map
Crosslake, MN

What's nearby

  • Pine Lake - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Cross Lake Recreation Area - 13 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Kicks on Route 66 - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Crosslake Community Center - 16 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The North Star - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Lounge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Commander Restaurant & Bar - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful home on quiet lake – year round fun! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Peaceful home on quiet lake – year round fun!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful home on quiet lake – year round fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful home on quiet lake – year round fun!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful home on quiet lake – year round fun! located?

This Crosslake holiday home is on the beach, steps from Crow Wing State Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Crosswoods Golf Course and Pine Lake. Cross Lake Recreation Area and Crosslake Community Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Peaceful home on quiet lake – year round fun! Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation spot!

Great spot for a larger family gathering!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful as promised

Gracious hosts offering a cozy home in an ideal setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Duck Lake cabin

We enjoyed our stay at the Duck Lake cabin. Our whole family enjoyed the lake life, kayaking and paddle boarding, fishing and watching the sunset and wildlife.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Duck Lake Hideaway

We enjoyed our relaxing time at Gregg's place! The layout of the house worked great for our family and the views were amazing. Check-in and communication were seamless. We would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful weekend at the lake! The cabin was clean and so comfy, plenty of room for us (6 adults, 1 teen, 2 kids) and the yard and beach were amazing! Spent lots of time swimming off the dock area (SO nice that there’s minimal weeds) did tons of paddle boating and kayaking, and great to have the firepit just off the lake so we could run and cozy up by the fire as soon as we climb out of the lake. The property was tucked away from the busy-ness of Crosslake, yet just a couple minute drive into town for anything we could possibly need. Overall a fantastic experience!! Would definitely book again in the future.
Beautiful lake from the paddleboat
Lots of family game time around the table!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and quiet

We greatly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacay

We had an amazing family vacation on Duck Lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Getaway

Property had all the amenities you could ask for. Fun was had by ALL!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was really relaxing.

We all enjoyed the stay, if it would have been warmer it would have been better. But this way we talked and enjoyed old friends. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

October on Duck Lake

We had a great time at the cabin on Duck Lake. October was fabulous this year with warm sunny days and cool nights. Fall colors, families of trumpeter swans and wood ducks and an occasional bald eagle made our stay special.Cabin met all of our needs and then some.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cross lake

Had a good time
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall a pleasant experience and nice proximity to everything

Everyone enjoyed the home and the proximity to Cross Lake and city and amenities. Home was comfortable and functional for everything we needed. Thank You
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay

The cabin was exactly what we were looking for and wanted and the host was wonderful with checking in with us to see if there was any questions/concerns and was very prompt getting back to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Our group of friends enjoyed the location, quiet atmosphere, and comfortable home. The property is not “perfect,” because it’s clearly been well-used by its owners over the years. it is the sort of place where you can relax and not take yourself too seriously.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

With the heat didn’t get much kayaking or fires in Tried secret path to Cross lake but horseflies found us first. That’s summer in the woods though Enjoyed our stay plenty of room for everyone
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Gem

This is a diamond stay. Amazing lake views. FULLY STOCKED SUPPLIES. AMAZING BEDS. There are not enough words to describe how amazing this gem was for our multigenerational family vacation. The water toys, the property, the fishing, all of it was amazing.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable & Homey

My two adult daughters and I were looking for a quiet, comfortable place to spend time together. We felt very much at home, and the host family generously invited us to help ourselves to whatever was available. Greg responded immediately when there was a problem with the fridge. The mattresses were great! We enjoyed looking around the small towns nearby, especially Crosby. A good carpet cleaning is recommended, but that's like home, too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Our stay at Gregg's cabin was fabulous. We had seven family members and there was plenty of room for everybody. The cabin was just as advertised, no surprises. We enjoyed our time kayaking, paddleboarding and just sitting in the water soaking in the sun. There is ample yard space to play yard games too. The cabin is located on a quiet lake and quiet road so our time there was very peaceful. There was plenty of water inflatables provided and generous amounts of coffee, spices and condiments we could use. I highly recommend Gregg's cabin for a nice getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Drexler/Haukos

Very comfortable beds, access to much wildlife & scenic lake viewing. Heating kicked out on the colder nights and the A/C when needed was sufficient. Clean & organized. Priced right too! Great owners that responded to questions asap. Jacqueline H
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is nice, not fancy (older finishes, carpeted floors, and two shared bathrooms), well set up for families with young kids. The layout works well: four bedrooms (three with a queen or full bed; one with two kid beds) plus an extra sleeping area with three more beds, one bathroom upstairs and one downstairs, and a well-equipped kitchen. There was also plenty of firewood and we had bonfires by the lake most nights.The lake access is ideal for young kids — a sandy beach with shallow water under two feet deep all the way to the end of the dock, plus a lily pad to play on. You can see it all from the nice deck off the kitchen/dining and living room on the lake side. Nice big lawn. The water in the dock area is sandy, with some weeds further out that deeper-water swimmers will need to navigate. Access to two kayaks, a stand-up paddleboard, and a paddle boat is included. Wildlife sightings included turtles, loons, bald eagles, osprey, and even an owl. We didn't try fishing on Duck Lake but pontooned and caught several northerns on nearby Cross Lake.Just a couple suggestions: neutral 2700–3000K LED bulbs instead of the glaring 5000K ones in several fixtures, a cleaning of the upstairs sink and shower drains, and life jackets for kids above 50 lbs. And it would be nice to have an option to use or rent a boat on Duck Lake. Overall, though, it’s a great spot for a family-friendly lake trip — and we may well book it again. Thanks, Gregg!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay!

We loved the quietness of Duke lake! The kids (and adults!) really enjoyed the lake toys- Lilly pad, 3 kayaks, paddle boat, paddle boards and floats! Plenty to keep us ALL entertained while enjoying g the lake! We did some fishing and caught a few perch, bullheads and a northern! The home was more than enough space for us to sleep comfortably and enjoy meals together! Definitely recommend this property. The only small con was that after a day on the lake, there was only enough hot water for one of us to take a warm shower. We did quick rinses the rest of our stay- and that was just fine for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb S., Anchorage

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

We enjoyed our stay very much. The house was very comfortably set up for our group of 7. We enjoyed Duck Lake, and liked the secret path to Cross Lake even more. At Cross Lake the swimming and fishing were just terrific. The owners both rent and use this property, so their personal belongings are here and there but not in an discomforting way. There was plenty of shade on sunny days. And ways to find sun if you wanted it. The fire pit area was wonderful. Kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023