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Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd MN.

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, toilet paper
TV, DVD player, books
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Pillager, MN
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  • Popular LocationBrainerd International Raceway19 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Classic at Madden's Golf Course19 min drive
  • AirportBrainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)20 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Pillager

On lake.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Pillager resort, you'll find Crow Wing State Park and Mississippi River. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Bay Lake and Gull Lake.
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What's nearby

  • North Central Speedway - 16 min drive
  • Cragun's Legacy Courses - 17 min drive
  • Legacy at Cragun's - 18 min drive
  • Brainerd International Raceway - 19 min drive
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store - 14 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 13 min drive
  • Buffalo Wild Wings - 15 min drive
  • 371 Diner - 14 min drive
  • Caribou Coffee - 14 min drive

About this property

Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd MN.

Cleaning fee is included in the price.
Come and enjoy the peace and quiet of our intimate family friendly resort on quiet pristine Hardy Lake. Only 8 cabins and a small campground. Great place for your family getaway. There is something for everyone:
We have 2 different cabins available; Cabin 4 or Cabin 5. These cabins are basically the same. Check our website at Shady Hollow Resort for further information. If there is one you prefer over the other, let us know and we will try to accommodate your wishes. If it is still available it just means there is at least one of these open for the dates you are requesting.
Our spacious 2 bedroom 1 bath + loft has become a guest favorite. Whether you are sitting on your deck or standing at your large window. You will have spectacular view of the lake and the native wildflowers cascading down to the majestic lily pad garden. There is also a beach side fire pit at the lake front where you can watch the stars and listen to the loons of Hardy Lake. With central air, cable T.V., and a dishwasher, this cabin gives you a luxurious open airy space to rest and recoup after a long day in the sun.
Price includes cleaning fee; however our expectation is that you will leave the cabin as nice or nicer than you found it. Thank you.

Property manager

Diana

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Books
  • Games
  • Kayak
  • Playground
  • Water park

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper

Outdoor space

  • Patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd MN. to the airport?

This resort is 13.7 mi (21-min drive) away from the Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd MN. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this resort.

Does Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd MN. offer free breakfast?

This resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd MN.?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd MN.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd MN.?

Free parking is not available at this resort.

Does Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd MN. have a pool?

This resort does not have a pool.

Does Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd MN. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd MN. to downtown Pillager?

This resort is 7.1 mi away from Pillager.

Small Family Friendly Lake Front Resort only minutes from Brainerd MN. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alise R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we were looking for
Shady Hollow deserves an easy 5 star rating. My husband and I stayed with our 5 children aged 1-8, and it was perfect. We all enjoyed the beach, beautiful lake view, swimming, paddle boards, fishing, pedal boat and kayaks, which was included in the cost. The lake was shallow enough for our kids to play safely and there were plenty of toys on the beach for them to use and build sand castles. Our kids loved going to the office to get a treat and talk to Diana, who was so accommodating. We did need to pack towels and kitchen/bath soaps, but that was communicated prior to booking. We were also glad we packed our kids’ blankets and pillows, as there were not many extras in the cabin. If you are looking for a luxurious stay on the lake, this probably isn’t for you. If you’re looking for a safe, clean, family friendly resort that transports you to simpler times, do not hesitate to book your stay at Shady Hollow!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small family friendly cabins
We very much enjoyed our stay at Shady Hollow. Diana was always approachable and accommodating throughout our visit. We loved the proximity to the small sandy beach, with kayaks, paddle boat, pontoon /fishing boats, swimming raft, beach toys and life jackets. We also have small children that enjoyed a woodsy craft session led by Sheila who is an absolute gem. We hope to come back, thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best place to get away!
Could not have asked for a better place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Misty B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
This was the perfect stay for me, my mom and my 9-year-old daughter. The resort is located an easy distance from Baxter, Brainerd and Nisswa. The cabin has a great loft that my daughter loved - we used a sleeping bag as padding for her to sleep on and she slept under a blanket. My daughter had a great time catching fish off the dock, playing at the beach and doing crafts. Very relaxing location for me and my mom as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Nice people, beautiful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get-away for a family!
The kids had a blast swimming! It was nice to have access to kayaks and paddleboards included in the price! Cabin 4 is right off the beach with an easy view of the lake, beach, and playground equipment. The cabin was in great condition, very clean, and adequately equipped. The two bedrooms plus spacious loft was plenty of room for us and our three boys. The grounds were also well maintained -- love the natural shoreline restoration and many native plants throughout the property. We were looking for a low-key get-away, and this was the right place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Clean cabin, quiet lake, clean lake and owner nice to chat with, but not overwhelming wanting to chat.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin with a lovely beach!
Great cabin and beach. Would recommed!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful resort and friendly staff.
Booking and payment process was smooth.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely getaway
We stayed with our family of 5 and had a wonderful time. The cabin perfectly fit our needs and our kids LOVED the loft upstairs. They chose to sleep on the floor up there rather than in one of the bedrooms because they felt it was like a little hideout. They have everything you need for water fun: canoes, kayaks, paddle boards and even a pontoon rental. The water is shallow enough for little kids and gets deep enough at the end of the dock for bigger kids. There was also a floating dock further out that was a huge hit. Crow Wing State Park is super close and really nice; a great place to learn some MN history. Baxter/Brainerd are within 15 minutes and have all the essentials you might need from grocery stores to restaurants. The resort was nice and quiet and our kids loved wandering around. There are several fire pits you can use for roasting s'mores. We had a great time and it was the perfect pandemic getaway: few people, able to be on our own as a family, clean and safe. The lake view in the morning is just lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020