Straddled over the Mississippi River, Minneapolis is a bustling city in the state of Minnesota that has plenty to offer to the discerning traveler. Together with its neighboring St. Paul, which is the state capital, they form the famous “Twin Cities.” Minneapolis serves as a popular hub for art, as evidenced by its landmarks that include the Minneapolis Institute of Art, Walker Art Center, and Weisman Art Museum. Nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts can have a great time hiking and biking at the scenic park of Minnehaha Falls. For a quiet, peaceful stay close to the city, check out the best cabin rentals near Minneapolis, Minnesota below.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 12, 2024.
1. Owasso Marina (from USD 185)
Sitting on the shores of Lake Owasso, this is a lovely cabin that can sleep up to five people and offers peace and tranquility while being close to local parks and Rosedale Mall. The rental is fitted with a heater and air conditioning for a comfortable stay no matter the weather. Take advantage of the water toys, such as a kayak, paddle bikes, paddle boats, and floaties, to explore the lake waters.
There’s a stylish kitchen with up-to-date appliances and an oversized peninsula.
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this house is very comfortable extremely clean and well equippedhome was very clean and accommodatingHost:
erika is an amazing hostthe host erika went out of her way to make our stay perfecterika was a great host and went above and beyond to make our stay specialerika was an amazing and caring hostthe cabin is very well appointed and the manager erika was very accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
we had so much ease in being close to home with packing
2. Gorgeous one-story cabin close to Twin Cities (from USD 300)
Check out this gorgeous property on the shores of Forest Lake - a cabin that is about 30 minutes from the Twin Cities. The rental is suitable for eight travelers, featuring three cozy bedrooms and two full bathrooms. There is a fully furnished kitchen where you can prepare delicious meals.
Here, you can use your leisure time to indulge in fishing and boating. You can also enjoy magical sunsets over the lake while chilling out at the bonfire pit.
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all amenities in the kitchen nice yard games firewoodit was so relaxing and the perfect amount of room for 8 girlsa vacation within an hour of the twin cities family friendly comfortable beds and a great porchCleanliness:
2 bathrooms was great - nice clean upgraded homeHost:
the hosts were welcoming and helpfuldoug was so kind and accomodatingthe owner even set up the outdoor jenga for us and explained how to play2 bathrooms was a big plus for 8 women and the owners we very helpful and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
close to many towns for shopping trips and enjoy the outdoorswould highly recommend this location
3. Lakefront cabin for two (from USD 148)
Perfect for duo travelers, this charming cabin comes with two spacious bedrooms and one stocked bathroom. It features a nice living area with comfy sofas and a stone fireplace. The main bedroom is furnished with a large bed, a stone fireplace, and a flat-screen TV for entertainment.
You can savor a glass of your favorite wine while you enjoy the breathtaking view of Lake Minnetonka, which is almost at your doorstep. The cabin also has a full kitchen that includes a breakfast bar.
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clean and comfy place to stay while visiting with family in the areaHost:
anton is a great hostanton answered questions immediately and was very helpfulthis was a really unique cabin with great service by the hostwhat an amazing host he even celebrating my husband's 81st birthdayamazingly friendly and helpful owner helped make our stay memorableRead more reviewsLocation:
location worked out great for bike trailwalking path was wonderfulit's a great place to relaxgreat place to relax and unwind
4. Remodeled cabin with lake views (from USD 163)
Offering direct access to Forest Lake, this beautiful cabin for six is a great launching spot for water activities, such as fishing and boating. Here, you will have access to two bedrooms, a fully functional kitchen, and two bathrooms. The living room has a stone fireplace to keep you warm as you unwind on the sofas watching movies on TV.
You can also relax on the deck while enjoying your meals. There’s WiFi to ensure that you stay connected with family.
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the beds were very comfortable and soft with pretty linensmy younger son loved the room that karen made up for himCleanliness:
it is a very clean cabin and in a nice quiet neighborhoodit's meticulously clean and recently updated in a very tasteful and comfortable mannerthe cabin is just like coming home: very clean cozy and comfortablethe cabin was comfortable and clean and the lake was just out the back door for easy accessHost:
the owners are totally accommodating and the absolute bestso welcoming accommodating caring and responsivethe neighbors are very friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful home in a beautiful locationthe cabin is tucked away in the country but reasonably close to the city for attractionsthe location is beautiful the cabin is wonderful and karen is absolutely the bestperfectly located: forest lake lindstrom stillwater and taylor falls provide much to explore: hiking shopping wineries and diningit has come to have a very special place in our hearts
5. Beautiful cabin on Little Waverly Lake (from USD 257)
This is a wonderful four-bedroom cabin that offers direct access to the lake, making it a great launching place for water activities, such as swimming, fishing, and rowing. Its interior features wooden floors and high ceilings with exposed wooden beams. There is a nice office space where you can work as you admire the scenic lake views. The cabin has a fully equipped kitchen for easy preparation of meals. The bedrooms are beautifully decorated and furnished with comfy beds.
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there is no tv but lots of games and books to enjoythere are games and books to pass some time and the ac kept the house very comfortablewonderful house on little waverly plenty of room to spread out and relax with family and friendsloved the beautiful scenery next to the lake with wide open hall/living roomCleanliness:
inside was nice and cleannote that whatever used to clean the bathroom floors are very slick; at least with socks onHost:
amazing host and place for large groupsthe host was very gracious and communicated welllorri was responsive and helpful during our staycabin had pretty much everything you need for great stay owner was really responsive with any questionslorri answered some questions before the trip which was super helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
it is spacious and has a great location on the lakewonderful place i would definitely come back and stay herethis place is so beautiful and perfectly laid out for our large group
6. Lovely lakefront cabin with sunset views
If your family consists of four adults and three kids, then this is a great place for you to set camp for your Minnesota getaway. Nestled on the shores of Coon Lake, the property comes with a sled and swing set where the kids can play. There is also a dock on the property where you will have fun catching fish.
Each morning, you’ll be greeted by magical sunrises and beautiful lake views. In the evening, you can relax by the fire pit admiring the gorgeous sunsets over the lake.
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the house was cozy neighborhood was quiet and the view to the lake was greatHost:
it was fun to chat with the owner who was very helpful friendly and humbly eager for feedbackRead more reviewsLocation:
it’s located in a beautiful and quiet neighborhoodan ideal place to relax and enjoy some family timewe also loved the canoe the location was great and within 6-10 minutes of several stores and restarauntsgreat place to stay for a good priceperfect location just a short drive from the cities we loved our stay
7. Pet-friendly cabin for off-grid retreats (from USD 546)
Bring your family to a tranquil lakeside getaway in this cabin that’s spacious enough for 12 travelers. You can have some bonding time with your loved ones over board games or barbecue cookout while relaxing and soaking up wonderful sceneries. The property is pet-friendly, so you won’t have to leave Fido behind when coming here. With no WiFi or television, this is a great place for those who wish to go off-grid and experience the healing powers of Mother Nature.
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communication was excellent; house was clean; location was fantasticHost:
this is it debbie is also an amazing host so friendlydebbie was so kind and welcomingit's really a beautiful place easy to access and debbie was a friendly and very responsive hostRead more reviewsLocation:
this unique home provided the perfect scenic location for a long weekend getawayvery nice location right next to a lake with lots of room and places to see
8. Sprawling cabin with a private pool (from USD 1000)
Are you planning a special event, such as a wedding or a birthday? You won’t find a better venue in Minnesota than this riverside charmer. This is a sprawling cabin set on the point of Grey Cloud Island where you get to feast your eyes on magical views of the Mississippi River. Perfect for large groups, the cabin can accommodate a maximum of 16 people with its five spacious bedrooms and four bathrooms.
You can enjoy a relaxing dip in the private pool or the private hot tub after a fun-filled day.
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we all marveled over the view of the mississippi and enjoyed the poolmy wife loved the huge kitchen complete with a second prep sink (her dream ha)the coffee station was amazing and all of the bedding was new and very comfortablewant pancakes or waffles for breakfast? there was pancake mix as well as a waffle ironour kids especially enjoyed the arcade and 85" tvCleanliness:
very clean with lots of amenitiesthe host christina has very high standards for cleanliness so i felt perfectly safe coming herethe cabin is spacious and very comfortable with many places to relaxHost:
overall had a great experience and appreciated the quick responses from the hostsgreat home and amazing property christina and her husband ted were so kind and super accommodatingchristina was a fantastic host with quick and thoughtful communication from check-in to check-outRead more reviewsLocation:
this place is huge -- 15 acres highly recommendi rented this property as a place to get away and celebrate my husband's 50th birthdayi can't imagine that there is another spot like this so close to the twin cities
9. Charming cabin with spectacular lake vistas (from USD 175)
This cabin is a welcoming, fully appointed rental that boasts a nice porch with breathtaking views of Lake Owasso. There is a hammock under the trees by the lakeside where you can relax as you read your favorite book. Its interior features a plush living room with eclectic and cozy furniture, as well as wonderful lake views. There’s also a fully functional kitchen where you can conveniently whip up delicious meals.
A short walk takes you to sites such as US Bank Stadium and Xcel Center.
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all the furniture was comfy and relaxing and the beds just perfectgreat cabin with great amenities to make it a comfortable staythe house is tastefully decorated with comfortable furnishingsCleanliness:
the cabin is very clean and very comfortablevery clean and sally was super helpful and informativeprivacy: located on a cul de sac with little traffic; cleanliness and great lake house decor without being "kitchy"the cottage is very quiet and super cleanHost:
an excellent stay and hostthe owners were very pleasant to work with and always glad to answer questions promptlysally is a delightful host she gave great suggestions for shops playgrounds and activitiessally is a very kind thoughtful and attentive hostour host sally was always there making sure everything was going greatRead more reviewsLocation:
great lake location close to great shopping and restaurantsgreat cabin and great locationi highly recommend this location to otherswonderful lake house in prime locationgreat quiet lake place so close to the city
10. Roomy cabin on Maple Lake
Located about forty minutes from the Twin Cities, this roomy cabin with one bedroom and a single bathroom can comfortably take in eight guests.
The cabin is suitable for families who are looking to enjoy a quiet stay amidst nature. There is a large deck overlooking the lake where you can use the gas grill to prepare a barbecue. The outdoor space also includes a private back patio and a fully fenced backyard. Here, you’re free to stay with your pet.
68.71 km (42.7 mi) from Central ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
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the amenities (air wifi tv kitchen and outside seating) made the stay even betterCleanliness:
very clean with just about anything you could need of wantplenty of fire wood fenced in yard for the dog clean and a very peaceful lakeclean quiet and a perfect place for a family to spend a week on the lakewe loved this cozy clean and adorable cabin great locationHost:
we enjoyed using the the lily pad the owners had available by the dockmaria was a great host and very easy to communicate withmaria and mark are caring hosts and made us feel very welcomedmaria was a great host we hope to stay here again and again and againthe lake is very clear and comfortable for any kind of lake activitiesRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for a mid week get away with friendsperfect location right off the lakerelaxing lake location with cute little cabin that retains feeling of original cabinthe place was fantastic and the location was perfect for a little weekend getawaywe had a great weekend so close but feeling so far from the cities
Enjoy a serene getaway near Minneapolis
Blessed with a wide array of family-friendly attractions, Minneapolis and its neighborhood offer guests a wonderful vacation destination throughout the year. There are plenty of activities for you to enjoy here, such as swimming, fishing, and boating. Stay in one of the best cabins listed above for a serene getaway near Minneapolis.
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