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SHINGOBEE RETREAT

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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On Shingobee Island, this newly remodeled 3 bedroom 3 bath home offers a cozy retreat. Take a short stroll down the road to enjoy great food and entertainment at the Shingobee Bar and Grill. With its prime location next to paved bike/walking paths, snowmobile trails, and ice road access, this fully furnished home is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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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.

SHINGOBEE RETREAT

Come enjoy this newly remodeled 3 bedroom 3 bath home located on Shingobee Island! Walk just down the road to the Shingobee Bar and Grill for some great food and/or a little slot machine action. This fully furnished home is located right next to the paved bike/walking path, snowmobile trail and ice road access. Right across the street is the boat landing.

Sorry, no pets allowed as owner is allergic to dog and cat hair.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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

Rules

No animals of any kind allowed on or in the property.
No smoking allowed inside.
Please respect island tenants and keep volume levels low after 11pm.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Located in Walker, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Woodtick Theatre and Paul Bunyan Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tianna Country Club and Shingnobee Recreation Area. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling, ice skating and sledging. Visit our Walker travel guide
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Walker, MN

What's nearby

  • Sunset over Leech Lake
    Leech Lake
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Northern Lights Casino
    2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Rainy Lake
    30 min drive - 38.8 km
  • Cedar Lakes Casino & Hotel
    38 min drive - 50.3 km
  • Woman Lake Wildlife Management Area
    42 min drive - 43.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Northern Lights Casino & Hotel
    3 min drive
  • Shingobee On The Bay
    4 min walk
  • Portage Brewing Company
    4 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
    5 min drive
  • Benson's Eating & Drinking Emporium
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SHINGOBEE RETREAT pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at SHINGOBEE RETREAT?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SHINGOBEE RETREAT?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SHINGOBEE RETREAT?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SHINGOBEE RETREAT located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Leech Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Northern Lights Casino and Tianna Country Club. Walker City Park and Shingnobee Recreation Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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SHINGOBEE RETREAT Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Family Vacation

We had a great time. Enjoyed the view of Leech Lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan N.

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

Summer Vacation

Cabin was very clean when we arrived and had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

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

Friends Weekend

We had a great stay on the lake. The home was clean and stocked with what we needed for preparing meals. Communication with our host was wonderful, we had all our questions answered promptly. The fishing was fantastic right in the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick M., North Mankato, Minnesota

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

Close to everything

We spend a few days fishing every fall and the Shingobee Retreat was the perfect spot. Boat launch across the highway, 5 minutes from downtown, and a great location on the lake. Super clean and organized. Seamless check-in/out, welcoming hosts. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

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

Great trip on Leech Lake

We had an amazing trip to the Shingobee retreat lake property. The property was spotless, host/hostess were amazing to work with and very quick to respond. Dock on the lake was easy to tie our boat to with very little wind on this side of the lake plus the boat launch is across the street from the property. Convenient store within walking distance and the kayaks were a perfect addition to. Perfect trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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

Excellent for fishing vacation!

This house was perfect for our annual family fishing trip. Easy access to Leech Lake and dock is protected when the winds are strong. We easily got two 19 foot boats along the dock. Wonderful, responsive, and friendly property owners. House was extremely clean and we will certainly book again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frannie R.

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

Very Nice & Clean Winter Escape

We (6 adults) came to the area for a pool tournament at No Lights Casino. When we walked in we were impressed by the cleanliness and tasteful furnishings of the house. It was the perfect location, layout and aesthetic for our diverse group. Host is very communicative and has made the place a welcoming and comfortable. 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

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

Leech Lake Family Vaca

The house is really nice and roomy and It’s very up to date. The basement gets a little warm in hot days but the nights cool off nice. It’s within a block of a marina and restaurant and it’s like 5 minutes from Walker. It’s close to the highway so there’s some road noise. The house sits right on the shore line so there’s not a ton of yard but enough for bean bags or a small tent. The owner is close and very helpful. We popped an electric breaker and she was there within minutes to reset it. There’s a long dock and you can park a boat. Overall, we had a great time and are happy :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay at the Shingobee Retreat, great spot to stay when you are fishing Leech Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabe P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and amazing host!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, house fit 6 guys and dock fit two boats without any issues, communication was excellent from hosts, property was in excellent condition
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carrol H.

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

80th Birthday party/family reunion

We loved the house and the beautiful view of the lake,
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my first experience booking a VRBO. The home and property were even better than the pictures! Our cousins from Texas were also impressed with the home. We hosted family dinner each night in a spacious kitchen and dining area with extra seating on the shaded deck. We docked our boat and took nightly boat rides with the family. The home was very clean and comfortable!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

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

Great Spot for Fishermen

Close to town and close to the launch, with easy access to wide range of great fishing spots.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey C.

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

Great Place

Clean, quiet, and easy access to the highway. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

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

Good location and clean property

Good location and clean property. Worked great for family getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon D., Shakopee, MN, USA

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

Great Location

Had everything we wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal E.

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

Very nice place

Stayed here and road utv trails in the area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dolly P.

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

great place for family stay

Great communication, very nice house, very roomy and comfortable. (missed having a dishwasher though for accommodations for 12 people 😉)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison J.

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

Great stay!

We had a great long weekend at Kelli’s property. The space was great and it was so nice to have 3 full bathrooms for all of us. Kelli was responded very quickly with any questions that we had that I really appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Annual Fishing Trip

Awesome house, great location, great communication with Kelli and Jason. Good time had by all. Next time to Leech lake I would definitely come back to this place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

Beautiful home with amazing lake views!

Fantastic and spacious home that accommodates multiple families! Very clean and well maintained. Kelli us an amazing host! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place, location & owners

Clean, comfortable beds, with a prime waterfront location on the main road close to downtown Walker. Owners are very friendly and take good care of the property. Dock fits two fishing boats nicely. (Can rent them right out of DT Walker and keep over night). Worked out great for our fishing trip. Bonus, the pub next door (walking distance) serves good food.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Just a simple process, great house and location

A fun weekend ice fishing with friends. The location was perfect for hitting the local lakes, bars, and restaurants. The house was very clean and the process simple. Thanks, Brian
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022