Shady Crest a Lake Home in Brainerd. Sleeps 16. Booking through 2025.
Brainerd, Hamilton County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Shady Crest a Lake Home in Brainerd. Sleeps 16. Booking through 2025. Welcome to the Shady Crest. Gorgeous lakeside views at this spacious home located on peaceful, private Grave Lake. This home is perfect for your extended family get-together or a quiet get away with your own family. Conveniently located between Brainerd and Garrison. Enjoy the lake with kayaking and swimming, or relax and watch...
Shady Crest a Lake Home in Brainerd. Sleeps 16. Booking through 2025. Welcome to the Shady Crest. Gorgeous lakeside views at this spacious home located on peaceful, private Grave Lake. This home is perfect for your extended family get-together or a quiet get away with your own family. Conveniently located between Brainerd and Garrison. Enjoy the lake with kayaking and swimming, or relax and watch your favorite sports, play board games or a game of pool, roast s'mores by the bonfire, or just curl up with a book by the gas fireplace - this rental has everything! The spaceThis lakefront home boasts many family-friendly spaces complete with a pool table and bunk room with a Lego table! Shady Crest is a two level home which can sleep 16 people. There are 5 bedrooms, including a Lego/ Bunk room, and 3.5 Baths. Enjoy the open floor plan, fireplace, wall of windows and deck looking over the lake and the peace and quiet you would expect with a property at the end of the road, next to the woods and on the lake. The yard contains a small apple orchard - late summer and early fall guests are welcome to pick and enjoy!** Coming new for summer 2025 - a newly completely bedroom in basement. This room with offer another king and 2 twin beds. Maximum capacity of 16 guests will not change due to permit restrictions. **Fully stocked kitchen. Double oven and an extra full size fridge make cooking for a large group a breeze. A large island is perfect for cooking and gathering. There are plenty of place settings include drinking glasses, wine glasses, coffee mugs, kid friendly dinnerware, pots and pans, cooking utensils, mixing bowls, baking dishes, pizza pan, cookie sheet, toaster, crock pots, Instapot, can opener, wine opener, measuring cups/spoons, and coffee maker.Indoor entertainment includes 4 smart TVs (family room, living room and both of the king bed-only bedrooms). These TVs are equipped with Rokus, Direct TV, Prime Video, and Disney Plus. Feel free to bring passwords to other accounts such as Hulu or Netflix - just be sure to logout when you leave! The high speed internet access is perfect for streaming as well as that work meeting you just can’t miss. The basement family room features a pool table and high top table for board games. The bunk room includes a well stocked Lego table for the kids and the kids at heart. We also have a large assortment of board games.Outdoors you will have a taste of MN wilderness. Fox, beavers, deer and the occasional bear will visit the backyard. The lake is great for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. Kayaks and a canoe are stored near the lake, paddles and an assortment of life jackets are stored in the garage. Enjoy some S’mores around the bonfire after your day on the lake. The deck features a 6-person table and a gas grill. We have a spare propane tank onsite. If the tank runs out, please contact me and I will get you access to the spare tank.To make traveling a bit easier with young children we have two pack-and-plays, a high chair, booster chairs, stools in the bathroom, toys (including Little People and Magformers). Guests have access to a full sized washer and dryer.Guest access:Guests have access to the entire house, yard and attached garage with the exception of the locked owner’s closet/ utility room. The three car attached garage has many yard toys and is available for parking. The detached garage is not accessible to guests.Other things to note:Summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day) has a 3-4 night minimum. Labor Day - Memorial Day is a 2-3 night minimum. Please note this house is in a quiet neighborhood. It is a private dirt road with a speed limit of 15mph. Please be respectful of our neighbors who are permanent residents.Grave Lake is a private lake with no public boat launch. We have kayaks and a canoe for guest use. We have great swimming. The water starts out about 12 inches deep (no real beach) and get gradually deeper, it is about 4 feet deep at the end of the dock. The bottom is hard sand with rocks and occasional weeds. The water in Grave Lake is tea colored due to tannins in the water. The tannins seep into the water from the roots of the trees around the lake and stain the water. It is safe to swim and boat. The water indoors is treated to remove tannins and iron to prevent damage to laundry.There is plenty of room to park your boat if you would like to explore nearby lakes. Nokay Lake is just across Hwy 18. Upper South Long and Bay Lake are also near by. Mille Lacs, Gull and Pelican are popular options but a bit of a longer drive.Home is located one mile from the "18 Run Trail" which allows easy access to many county trails on snowmobiles. There is plenty of room in the driveway and garage to store snowmobiles and trailers when not in use. Check out midweek pricing if your schedule allows in the off season. The exterior of the property is monitored by three cameras. One monitoring the front entrances of the home (located on the detached garage), one monitoring driveway (located on front of attached garage) and one monitoring the rear entrance to home (located on back of attached garage). All cameras record audio and video.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach towels
- Kayak / canoe
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
- Garage
- EV car charger
Safety
- 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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Cabinet locks
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Lake view
Nearby activities
- Zoo
- Theme parks
- Swimming
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Cross-country skiing
- Sledding
- Snowmobiling
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Gambling casinos
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Lake view
- Parking available
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- English
Beach
- Beach towels
Ski
- Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Family friendly
- Baby monitor
- Children's books
- Children's games
- Highchair
- Travel cot
- Cabinet locks
- Children's dinnerware
- Children's toys
- Stair gate
Kitchen
- Blender
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
- Coffee grinder
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Bathtub or shower
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- Books
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a hospital
- On a lake
- Near a zoo
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Bicycle parking
- Billiards/pool table
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Snowmobiling nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Winery tours nearby
- Bicycle storage
- Kayak
- Casino nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Bicycle storage
- Electric car charging station
- Unit size: 3,550 square feet
- Bicycle parking
- Double-glazed windows
- Garden
- Water-efficient showers
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Families love it for
- Kitchen, skiing nearby, games and toys, washer and dryer
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- 3 Exterior cameras in use to monitor property. Located on detached garage facing front of house, on attached garage facing driveway and rear of house.: 3 Exterior cameras in use to monitor property. Located on detached garage facing front of house, on attached garage facing driveway and rear of house.
Important Information
- 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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Brainerd
Located in Brainerd, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Mississippi River and Northland Arboretum reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Paul Bunyan Land and This Old Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Buster Dog Park and Traditions at Cuyuna Falls Mini Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Paul Bunyan Land 4 min drive
- This Old Farm 4 min drive
- Lake Ossawinnamakee 17 min drive
- Horseshoe Lake 20 min drive
- Brainerd International Raceway 26 min drive
Getting around
- Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) 19 min drive
Restaurants
- The Green Lantern 8 min walk
- Oak Lawn Tavern 7 min drive
- Green Lantern 6 min walk
- Log Cabin Arts 20 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shady Crest a Lake Home in Brainerd. Sleeps 16. Booking through 2025. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Shady Crest a Lake Home in Brainerd. Sleeps 16. Booking through 2025.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Shady Crest a Lake Home in Brainerd. Sleeps 16. Booking through 2025.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Shady Crest a Lake Home in Brainerd. Sleeps 16. Booking through 2025. located?
This family-friendly Brainerd holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Paul Bunyan Land and This Old Farm. Buster Dog Park and Lake Ossawinnamakee are also within 12 miles (20 km).