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Fantastic Fishhook home w/PONTOON on premier sport & fishing lake! Pet Friendly!

Family-friendly holiday home in Park Rapids

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Property grounds - Fantastic Fishhook home w/PONTOON on premier sport & fishing lake! Pet Friendly! (Park Rapids)
Perched on 2.5 acres of serene waterfront property, Riverbend Retreat offers a tranquil escape with its spacious deck and large water-front gazebo perfect for lounging or barbecuing. Enjoy the outdoors with access to the river, nearby hiking trails, and local attractions like Itasca State Park.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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.

Fantastic Fishhook home w/PONTOON on premier sport & fishing lake! Pet Friendly!

Full kitchen, complete with service settings for 8, free Wifi, electric fireplace. Spacious downstairs bedroom. Yhe second bedroom is located upstairs with a large loft, which has two beds. Deck includes patio table and chairs (furniture is seasonal), patio furniture (seasonal), fire table with a gas grill. There are also 4 adirondak chairs under the gazebo at the lake. Property sits on 21/2 acres, with lawn. woods and river access also. There are trails within 1/4 miles. Itasca State Park, Headwaters to the Mississippi River and The Heartland Trail are nearby for more outdoor sports. The house is an all season place. Fishhook lake is known for it's fishing, boating and skiing. The house is centrally located so the towns of Dorset and Nevis are close.

A welcome packet will be provided with info about restaurants and attractions, with discount coupons to local restaurants included.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet
  • Vegetarian dining options

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Do not drive on the grass at any time. Doing so may damage septic system.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Note from host: Additional deposit required for any 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
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

Park Rapids is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Itasca State Park and Crow Wing Chain Wildlife Management Area, while Hubbard County Historical Museum and Paul Bunyan Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. Visit our Park Rapids travel guide
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Park Rapids, MN

What's nearby

  • Red Bridge Park
    6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Hubbard County Historical Museum
    7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Fresenius Medical Care at St Joseph North
    8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Skoe Park
    8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Headwaters Golf Club
    9 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Bemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Great Northern Cafe
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • A&W Restaurant
    7 min drive
  • Espresso 34
    8 min drive
  • Y Steak House
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fantastic Fishhook home w/PONTOON on premier sport & fishing lake! Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Fantastic Fishhook home w/PONTOON on premier sport & fishing lake! Pet Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fantastic Fishhook home w/PONTOON on premier sport & fishing lake! Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantastic Fishhook home w/PONTOON on premier sport & fishing lake! Pet Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fantastic Fishhook home w/PONTOON on premier sport & fishing lake! Pet Friendly! located?

Set in Park Rapids, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Red Bridge Park, Skoe Park and Eagle Lake. Headwaters Golf Club and Hubbard County Historical Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Fantastic Fishhook home w/PONTOON on premier sport & fishing lake! Pet Friendly! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john b.

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

Great cabin for an ice fishing trip.

Clean, beautiful, and perfectly located. The host was awesome. We definitely will be booking again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Wonderful Vacation Spot!

We enjoyed our stay in this roomy and well equipped vacation home. It was very clean and pleasant. The furniture was comfortable. We especially enjoyed spending time on the porch and the dock.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine W.

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

Lake retreat

We were up for the weekend. House has been refurbished and is lovely. Plenty of room for a large family and even though you have road between the house and lake, you still have great access. We were down on the lake in the gazebo every evening and watched fish jumping, ducks and pelicans swim by and even had a Bald Eagle sitting on the deck one morning! We enjoyed our stay! Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn B.

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

We loved it!

We loved this house and property! Had a great time relaxing on the porch watching the lake and the river alongside the house was a bonus for birdwatching. We could hear the loons calling. The pontoon was perfect for some of us to get a chance to go fishing. Very peaceful and well maintained. Communication with the owner all went smoothly. We look forward to booking this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sher Q.

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

Beautiful lake home

Comfortable and picturesque - especially the little dock on the creek. Abundant wildlife. Kind of cold when we were there. Having a boat and kayaks to tour the lake was a bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Amazing

Our stay was great. The house, boat and lake are fabulous. Communication was great. The pictures don't do this one justice. We will defiantly stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Family Christmas

Cabin was used for additional family members during Christmas celebration nearby. Space was great; with sections to view tv & fireplace. Kitchen, dining area was spacious & well equipped. Bedroom on main floor was located away from active areas so privacy was allowed. Loft upstairs with 3 beds was roomy but area was open with no walls for privacy. Beds were very comfortable. Adults enjoyed use of games provided. Adequate heating for our winter stay; plenty of blankets & cozy pillows to use. Word of caution about steps into back door; very icy and difficult to carry belongings up the steep incline.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory & Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Celt very welcome and had plenty of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and quiet place. Very comfortable and a great view
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great set up had everything our family needed! Beautiful views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

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

Loved it!

Great place. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the house, and the pontoon. We enjoyed our stay. Kristi was a great hostess, and got right back to me, when i had any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Great location on Fishhook Lake

This was our second time staying at this property. No issues and everything was as expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

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

Great host and home

Kristi was a great host. She responded to questions immediately. The house was spotless and was supplied well. Kristi left us a fruit basket. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

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

Fun stay!

We loved the property. It was set up nicely for our group. Our host was more than generous when the septic system froze. She let us stay for the rest of the weekend and refunded our money. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

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

Very spacious

Great place to stay. Had an issue with the lock box upon arrival and the Host resolved this in minutes. I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

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

Fabulous Comfortable Retreat

Our family (all adults 18) had a wonderful time at this Fishhook Lake home which was impeccably clean and spaciously comfortable! The home provided all the amenities needed for a restful stay. We especially enjoyed the well-maintained pontoon for time on the lake and the private back porch complete with lots of seating and a fire table. Located in an area near many fun things to do: Itasca State Park, Forestridge Winery, etc. Communication with the host was excellent and the lovely fruit basket was a special touch that made us feel most welcome. Note: There is a 30 mph road between the home and the lake.
Many seating areas: kitchen, dining room, enclosed front porch, outdoor back porch, beachside gazebo, living room with fireplace and TV areas
View from the front enclosed porch to the lake area with gazebo, kayaks and pontoon.
Private back porch
Lake time on the pontoon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Desiree B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very nice and clean. Was very nice gesture to have the fruit basket and toy for the dogs. Pantoon was nice but were a few issues. The gas was empty in one tank and almost completely empty in the other. Was dissapointed with this . Host was kind to bring gas but shortened are time to use pantoon. Feel gas should have been full the day we arrived. Canopy top is missing 2 screw/ clips to hold it in place. Also would have been nice to have a anchor. Overall nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Make sure you have the amenities verified!

It’s a nice place and the host was nice. However air conditioning was advertised as being available — and it wasn’t. It was the hottest week of the year and incredibly humid which left the cabin like a sauna, so we left. We would not have booked the property with A/C especially with two little kids who got hot quickly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024