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Up North Retreat on Lake Waukenabo

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Immerse yourself in the serene lakes and woods of Palisade, Mn at The Up North cabin. Located on Lake Waukenabo's shores, this cozy retreat offers breathtaking views of sunrises and sunsets from its deck. Take advantage of free use kayaks, canoes, a paddle boat for some recreational fun or try your luck fishing with a 14’ Lund fishing row boat. Explore nearby ATV trails or relax by the private fire pit with family and friends.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Water view

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About this property

Entire place

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

Up North Retreat on Lake Waukenabo

Welcome to our second and largest cabin, The Up North. Enjoy the sunrises and sunsets off the deck that's less than 50ft from beautiful Lake Waukenabo! We're located two hours north of the twin cities in the beautiful lakes and woods area of Palisade, Mn. The town of Palisade is an 8 mile drive away where you can find gas stations for fueling up ATV's, a couple of restaurants/bars for a bite to eat or a drink, a city park for the kids to play or picnic, and a church to attend a service. The resort itself has two docks for you to throw out a line or dock your boat. We also offer free use of a 14’ Lund fishing row boat, life vests, kayaks, canoes, and a paddle boat for some recreational fun. Lake Waukenabo is connected to tiny West Lake by boat and if you're feeling adventurous you can kayak or canoe through a channel to Sitas Lake. You can fish for Northern pike, walleye, perch, crappie, sunfish, bluegill, or bass and we have a screened in fish cleaning house for your catch of the day. We have a playground, sandbox, and tree house for the kids. Many families like to bring their bikes to take a stroll along the lake. There is a private fire pit with a removable food grate or a gas grill for your use. We have wood available so you can sit by the fire and enjoy a quiet evening on the lake! Feel free to bring the ATV's as we're near thousands of acres of state forest and ATV trails. The closest bigger town is Grand Rapids and it's a 35 minute drive north. We do not have a swimming beach, but many kids just swim off the docks. If you want a swimming beach, round lake has one down the road. Your cabin (The Up North) has been remodeled with all new pine trim, new vinyl plank flooring, new interior paint, new furnishings, ice cold central AC, and many more things for that comforting "Up North" feel. The cabin has two separate bedrooms with a large bathroom. Towels are provided. One bedroom has a queen bed and the other a full. The living room has a sleeper sofa and a recliner. We have Dish Network for TV and free fiber optic powered Wi-Fi. Our family has been in the resort hospitality business since 1958 and we take great pride in the services we provide. We love the resort and we're sure you will too! 🌲


If you have more family and friends that would like to join you we have an additional cabin available on VRBO.
VRBO Listing ID 1560839

Let the memories begin and look forward to meeting you! Thanks!

10% discount on weekly rental

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property located in a resort

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
We do have another cabin for rent if needed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

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
Note from host: We do have another cabin for rent if needed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Up North Retreat
Up North Retreat On Waukenabo
Up North Retreat on Lake Waukenabo Cabin
Up North Retreat on Lake Waukenabo Palisade
Up North Retreat on Lake Waukenabo Cabin Palisade

About the area

Map
Palisade, MN

What's nearby

  • Minnesota National Golf Course - 23 min drive - 29.3 km
  • Big Sandy Lake - 30 min drive - 40.8 km
  • Farm Island Lake - 39 min drive - 52.9 km
  • Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area - 49 min drive - 63.1 km
  • Pokegama Lake - 56 min drive - 62.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Rustic Trail - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gabby’s - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Palisade Muni - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Palisade Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kelly's Kitchen - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Up North Retreat on Lake Waukenabo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Up North Retreat on Lake Waukenabo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Up North Retreat on Lake Waukenabo?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Up North Retreat on Lake Waukenabo located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Mississippi River and within 20 miles (32 km) of Minnesota National Golf Course and Sandy River Lake. Hill Lake and Riverwood Healthcare Center Hospital are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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