Blissful Seclusion on Blueberry Lake

NEW DOCK! Enjoy seclusion, fishing, waterskiing, paddle boarding, 100ft. pines on Blueberry Lake in a beautiful, spacious, cabin -- the ULTIMATE UpNorth vacation. Panoramic lake vistas illuminate cabin with natural light. 3 BR & 2 living rooms sleep 9. 2 fireplaces. Well provisioned kitchen. Full bath. W/D. Loft BR has 1/2 bath. Patio/yard lead to dock/lake. Firepit/wood. Well-equipped gym. The space BLISSFUL SECLUSION on BLUEBERRY LAKE Enjoy blissful seclusion on pristine Blueberry Lake in a beautiful, spacious, well provisioned lake cabin for the ultimate Up-North vacation. The main floor has two bedrooms, a full bathroom with a washer & dryer, a great room with a wood-burning fireplace, a kitchen and dining areas, and a family room with a gas-burning fireplace. The expansive window array and vaulted ceiling showcase panoramic vistas of Blueberry Lake and illuminate the main living areas with an abundance of natural light. Upstairs, a lofted suite includes a half bath and has ample room for additional sleeping. Step outside onto the patio where you can grill, unwind, and entertain. Gather around the firepit area for evening conversations. A private dock provides access to 87-acre 47 feet deep Blueberry Lake. Catch a morning workout in the well-equipped garage gym. Time stands still for us when we are here as we completely forget about the concerns of our normal daily life. We leave feeling rejuvenated and grateful and hope you will too. QUALITIES & AMENITIES Summarized descriptions of the numerous qualities and amenities this vacation spot offers are listed below, followed by detailed descriptions of all features and attractions. SETTING & LAKE: 100% NORTHERN MN. SECLUDED. SILENT. NATURE. ENORMOUS PINES, OAKS, MAPLES, BIRCHES. GLASS CALM WATER. SUNSETS. STAR GAZING. NEAR PERFECT WATER-SKIING. SWIMMING. PADDLE BOARDING (2). KAYAKING (1). CANOEING. EXCELLENT FISHING – WALLEYE, LARGE MOUTH BASS, NORTHERN PIKE, YELLOW PERCH, BLACK CRAPPIE & BLUEGILL. PUBLIC BOAT ACCESS. GREAT ROOM: PANORAMIC LAKE VIEW. POWERED RECLINERS. WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE. TV W/STREAMING SERVICES. DOG KENNEL. KITCHEN & COOKING: WELL EQUIPPED. GAS RANGE/OVEN/MICROWAVE, GRILL, & SMOKER. NEW APPLIANCES, COOKWARE & DINNERWARE. POD/POT COFFEE. GOOD COUNTER SPACE. LARGE MODERN FRIDGE/FREEZER. FAMILY ROOM: SPACIOUS. SLEEPING SPACE. COUCH. LOVESEAT. RECLINER. GAME TABLE. GAS FIREPLACE. NOISE PROOF. BEDROOMS: 3 BEDROOMS. NEW BEDS/LINENS (K/Q/Q). EXTRA BLANKETS & PILLOWS. CELLULAR BLINDS & CURTAINS. CLOSETS. DRESSERS. NIGHTSTANDS. BATHROOMS: MAIN – TILED SHOWER/TUB, VANITY, TOWEL CLOSET, WASHER/DRYER, TOILET, BIDET. UPPER – VANITY, TOILET, BIDET. BOTH NEAR BEDROOMS. OUTDOORS: DOCK. GRILL. FIREPIT. ADIRONDACK CHAIRS (6). GLIDERS (2). FOLDING CHAIRS (6). YARD GAMES. HAMMOCKS (4). SHADE. SMOKER. ACCESS: GATE. KEYLESS ENTRY. PARKING: 4-6 SPACES. CAR TURN AROUND. GARAGE GYM: SQUAT RACK. BENCH. BUMPER PLATES. CHIN-UP BAR. CONCEPT2 ROWER. EXERCISE BIKE. BACK EXTENSION. JUMP ROPES. RESISTANCE BANDS. FOAM ROLLER. PETS: ONE DOG < 50lb. $75/STAY. WILDLIFE: LOONS. OWLS. BALD EAGLES. HERONS. DEER. SQUIRRELS. GROUSE. BEAVER. GEESE. DUCKS. SETTING & LAKE Welcome to your blissful secluded stay on Blueberry Lake. Once folks settle in after a day or so of arriving, the thing they say over and over is “I can’t believe how quiet, still, and peaceful it is here.” Blueberry Lake is miles from highly trafficked roads and the cabin is situated off a cul-de-sac, so it makes for a remarkably quiet experience. Amid near silence, we often hear loons, frogs, owls, beavers thwacking their tails, and splashes from jumping fish. On moonless nights it is very, very dark which makes for excellent stargazing from the yard, dock, boat, or paddleboard. A private dock provides access to 87-acre 47 feet deep Blueberry Lake which has NEAR PERFECT WATER-SKIING CONDITIONS. Blueberry Lake has minimal boat traffic and is surrounded by enormous wind blocking trees, wave absorbing reeds and lily pads. All combine to create world-class conditions for long, stress-free sessions from dawn to dusk. We also enjoy swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing, rowing, or just floating in the bay. There is excellent fishing (so we’ve been told). Walleye, Large Mouth Bass, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Black Crappie, and Bluegill are on the menu. The public boat launch is directly across from our dock on the north side of the lake. GREAT ROOM, KITCHEN & COOKING The GREAT ROOM has a panoramic view of the lake from the comfort of powered recliners and a wood burning fireplace for those extra cold winter nights. An exquisitely crafted live-edge walnut table with four chairs provides a great place for meals while enjoying a full view of the lake. Lastly, there is a TV with streaming services available set atop a kennel for your dog. KITCHEN & COOKING. This kitchen is modest in design, highly functional, and well equipped; the appliances are NEW or in new condition. Starting with the larger appliances, it has a gas range & oven, microwave, and a large modern fridge. For the smaller appliances, it has a toaster, crockpot, hand mixer, Keurig (pod & pot), Ninja blender, and an air fryer – All NEW. It also has NEW pots and pans of all types and sizes, bakeware, cutlery, utensils, mixing bowls, and cutting boards. If grilling or smoking is something you like to do, we have both options – propane and wood pellets included. There is ample counter space in this tidy kitchen with great views of the lake while you and your sous chef are prepping on the island. The plates, bowls (S/M/L), silverware, glasses (pint, rocks, and snifter) designs are simple, sturdy, and clean. The dishwasher is rock-solid and cleans dishes very well. WARNING: THE SINK DOES NOT HAVE GARBAGE DISPOSAL. All wastewater is captured by a septic system that does not tolerate food waste. Sink strainers are used to capture food waste in the sink. BEDROOMS The UPSTAIRS BEDROOM is oversized. It is adjoined to half bathroom, equipped with a vanity, toilet, and bidet. This large loft has a NEW luxuriously sized king bed covered by plush cozy linens and includes nightstands, a large dresser, and plenty of room for an airbed on the floor for extra sleeping space. Two large windows provide a good bit of natural light to brighten up the room, or the drapes can be shut for lower lighting. The DOWNSTAIRS BEDROOMS have NEW queen beds covered by plush cozy linens. Also included are nightstands and cellular blinds that can be drawn if a lie-in is in order (west BR blinds are blackout). Both bedrooms have dressers and closets, stocked with extra blankets and pillows for cold nights and added comfort. FAMILY ROOM The FAMILY ROOM is very spacious, furnished with a couch, loveseat, recliner, game table and four chairs, and gas fireplace. This is a perfect place to lounge, relax, play games, take a nap, celebrate holidays and birthdays, or accommodate extra overnight guests on the floor with airbeds. When the door is closed, noise from the FAMILY ROOM is blocked from getting to the bedrooms. Guests or kids can whoop all night long in there and no one in the main cabin areas will hear it. BATHROOMS The DOWNSTAIRS BATHROOM is adjacent to the bedrooms and living area. It is equipped with a nicely tiled shower/tub, vanity, medicine cabinet, towel closet, washer/dryer, toilet, bidet, and NEW maple floors. The UPPER BATHROOM is adjoined to the upstairs bedroom and is equipped with a vanity, toilet, and bidet. OUTDOORS The dock is accessed by a gently sloped well maintained boardwalk. Nighttime walks to and from the dock are guided by tiny minutely lit string lights that indicate the boardwalk handrail. The gas grill is on the patio just outside the kitchen door, accompanied by pairs of gliding and Adirondack chairs. The patio, yard, and fire pit areas have the best lake views and remain shaded for most of the day by 100-foot pines, birches, maples, oaks, and the cabin. A snug fire is always nice at day’s end. Seating around the firepit is plentiful and comfortable – four Adirondack chairs, a bench near the firepit, and six folding chairs ensure that everyone has a comfortable seat around the fire for smores, drinks, or conversation. If you’re pooped or just need a 20-minute catnap, lay in one of the four hammocks, or play any of the yard games we have. RECREATION ITEMS OUTDOOR: PADDLE BOARD (2). KAYAK (1). FLOATING TUBES. LIFE JACKETS. HAMMOCKS (4) YARD GAMES INCLUDING: CORN HOLE. LADDER TOSS. LAWN DARTS. INDOOR: WIFI. SMART TV. STREAMING SERVICES. BLUETOOTH SPEAKERS. BOARDGAMES. BOOKS. PUZZLES. KID’S TOYS. GARAGE GYM (photos coming in 2024). Program your day for success, starting in the gym. While most remote vacation rentals lack exercise facilities, we have equipped our garage with many essentials – a stow-away squat cage, bench, barbell, bumper plates, clamps, chin-up bar, Concept2 rower, exercise bike, back extension, jump ropes, resistance bands, and a foam roller. Wanna train for a triathlon? Plot your own course starting/ending from our dock, hop on our bike or yours, then hit the road for a run. This gym/lake combo makes for a pretty solid training camp for your next event. PETS: We allow one dog < 50lb for an additional cost of $75/stay. PARK RAPIDS. A lovely little town of just over 4,000 people, Park Rapids is just 20 minutes away. PR has several grocery options, a farmer’s market, great restaurants, multiple coffee shops, specialty candy and popcorn, a local brewery, liquor stores, shopping, golf courses, a movie theatre, and hospitals. PR hosts arts and cultural events including Thursday night summer street music, multiple seasonal festivals, live music, dances, and other events throughout the year. PR hosts a spectacular Independence Day celebration including the Firecracker Footrace, a parade, and fireworks. Put your training to the test in the Northwoods Triathlon, Firecracker Footrace, Headwater 100, or other local races. The Heartland Trail is a 49-mile multi-use trail from Park Rapids to Cass Lake, intersection with the Paul Bunyan State Trail near Walker. This trail is great for road biking, running, and walking. Itasca State Park, headwaters to the Mighty Mississippi, is a short drive from the cabin. Other things to note KEYLESS ENTRY. PARKING. ROAD. KEYLESS ENTRY. A keypad is used to unlock/lock the patio door or garage man door. A unique code is set for each guest. In the event the keypad malfunctions, a backup spare key will be provided to guests. PARKING. There are AT LEAST four parking spaces for full-sized cars, trucks, or SUVs; two south of the patio and two in the driveway. The patio spaces also serve as a turnaround. ROAD. The road to the house is topped with well-maintained class 5 gravel. The road can become rutted or form a ravine after heavy rains and/or heavy use. Deteriorated road conditions can be exacerbated by stops and starts on the road, especially while going up the road. We ask our guests to - Travel DOWN the road forwards, slowly (approx. 2-3 mph). Stopping is okay, as long as it’s not abrupt. - Travel UP the road forward (approx. 5-10 mph). If a stop is required, back down the road and start again from the concrete driveway. Starting from a full stop anywhere in the middle of the road will likely lead to tires spinning out which will leave a rut in the road or may lead to the vehicle slipping off the road. Spinning out on the road while going up it is much more likely if the vehicle is front wheel drive. SUMMARY: Drive forwards going DOWN or UP the road. While going DOWN, drive cautiously and slowly. While going UP, use modest speed and let momentum carry you up the road while avoiding stopping. SMOKING. Smoking or vaping of any substances (tobacco & clove cigarettes, cigars, e-cigarettes, vape pens, marijuana products, incense, etc.) on the property or in the house is not permitted and will result in loss of rental privileges and security deposit.