Manitoba, a Canadian province popular as the home of polar bears, is also known for its friendly towns & cities, outstanding museums, one-of-a-kind festivals, and lovely lakes. It’s nicknamed as the polar bear capital as every winter, the bears and beluga whales migrate to the icy tundra of Hudson Bay. Visitors also travel to Northwest and Yukon territories and Churchill to see the Northern Lights creating magic in the sky. Manitoba has a diverse terrain and population. There are about 750,000 people in the capital city of Winnipeg alone and over 200 languages prevail in the province. Join any of the unique festivals celebrated in the province, such as Icelandic Festival of Manitoba, one of the oldest festivals that celebrate the area’s diverse ethnicity.
As the province boasts about 100,000 water bodies, living by the lakeshore is part of Manitoba culture. Scroll down to find the top lakefront cabins in Manitoba, Canada, and experience what this lovely province has to offer.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to a lake. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. The Inspiration Station, Riverton (from USD 132)
This lovely log cabin overlooks the lake shores to the north of Winnipeg. During summer, you have a soft sandy beach at your disposal. It has a dock where you can sit and sip coffee while watching the sun rise over the waves. During winter, the lake freezes and becomes a perfect spot for ice fishing and riding your snowmobile.
This upgraded cabin provides cozy lodgings for families on a fishing trip or on a fun holiday. It features self-catering facilities with indoor and outdoor dining and living areas. The rental is surrounded by a lush garden with a firepit area where you can sit on Adirondack chairs and roast S'mores. This cabin also comes with a wraparound deck, perfect for lounging while admiring lake views.
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rooms are individually temp controlled and comfortable bedswe three friends found our stay at this cottage as very welcoming beautiful and cozythe house is beautifully decorated and well equipped furniture & beds are very comfortableCleanliness:
house is clean and comfortablethe cabin is nice and cleanthe cabin was great clean and had all the required amenitiesmy group raved about the comfortable beds and clean accommodationsHost:
the host is extremely helpful and always available for questionsgreat place great communication great host we especially loved the wood stove and all the available woodRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location with access to beach and lakesuch a peaceful relaxing place to stay at
2. Luxurious cabin with lovely lake views, Falcon Beach (from USD 289)
This luxurious lakefront cabin is built on the southern shores of Falcon Lake. The self-contained three-bedroom property boasts elegant wooden interiors and capacious rooms, along with indoor and patio dining options. The open living area features high cathedral ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows offering splendid lake views. Enjoy the same view while soaking in the tub in the master bedroom’s ensuite bathroom.
The cabin is equipped with strong Wi-Fi and an office should you need to work remotely. You have opportunities for water sports, hiking, golfing, fishing, boating, and cross-country skiing in the areas nearby.
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great hosts had a wonderful staylovely cottage and really responsive ownersandrew was an excellent host very responsive and accommodating
3. Retreat 95, Pelican Lake (from USD 183)
Six guests have full access to this three-bedroom home that’s near the beach and a golf course. This lovely modern cabin rewards you with picturesque views of Pelican Lake. You can admire the lake from the balcony and from inside the house through the bay windows.
Aside from its self-catering facilities, it also features a game room for indoor entertainment. Watch the sunset while immersed in the on-site hot tub, or sit around the fire pit to keep warm while relishing the surroundings. The property is also close to lots of walking trails through the surrounding woods.
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very comfortable beds a lovely view of the lake and enjoyed the hot tub and ping pong tableCleanliness:
place was clean and host accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to stay and anne seas great to deal with
4. Edgewater Escape, Oakview (from USD 184)
Escape to this lakefront cabin with exclusive access to the lake near The Narrows. The lake has a shallow part that is clean and safe for kids to wade in. Further down the lake is the area that’s ideal for fishing, boating, and water-based activities. The rental comes with a boat dock where guests can launch their boats.
For those who would rather stay indoors and avoid the bugs, there’s a screened deck and a furnished screened-in sunroom overlooking the lake. This three-bedroom self-contained cottage hosts nine guests comfortably. It has dark wooden interiors with cathedral ceilings with a mix of modern and country motifs.
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the cottage was beautiful and comfortable and the views were awesomesnuggly vibes inside including super comfortable bedsthe central air conditioning was an especially nice touch comfy bedsCleanliness:
the place was very clean and immaculately keptthe cottage is wonderful clean and very comfortablethe cottage is clean everything is in places and has everything that you needthe cottage was clean and was exactly as posted on the sitethe cabin is sparkling clean and very comfortable for big families it have everything that you needHost:
she is very thoughtful and welcoming hostsuper friendly hosts toogreat host and beautiful getawayhost even more amazingeasily one of the best hosts i have experiencedRead more reviewsLocation:
great location on the beachvery nice cabin in a great locationperfect place to get away and relaxthis cabin is beautiful and in a great location hidden from the noise of the town and highwayoverall great place to stay for a nice get away from the city
5. Country cabin with home-style comforts, Beaver Creek (from USD 169)
This country cabin offers home-style amenities right on the shores of Lake Winnepeg. It’s located near restaurants and a golf course. It’s surrounded by trees, but you still have a pleasant view of the lake from the deck and from the big-picture windows surrounding the open living area.
This single-level three-bedroom cabin is spacious enough for six guests and fully equipped for long-term stays. Enjoy family bonding indoors by watching TV or playing video games. There’s a fire pit on the lawn where you can gather around and roast marshmallows. A short path through the trees leads to a secluded beach where you can sit on loungers while watching the sunset over the waves.
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we enjoyed campfires swimming and great viewsplenty of room for activities in the yard and garage and of course the beach was greatCleanliness:
it is very clean and homeytotally awesome and very cleanthe cabin is so clean and well maintainedthe cabin was clean and had everything we neededthe house is very clean and had everything we neededHost:
comunication with the host was excellent and responses were always quickfrancis is a great hostfrancis was a very helpful host and replied immediately to any questions i hadthanks to the hostsfrancis is definitely a super hostRead more reviewsLocation:
a truly beautiful location to get away & relaxthis cabin and location with the small private beach area was ideal for our family with young kidssuch a great cabin so close to the watergreat place to get away from the daily hustle and bustlebeautiful cabin beautiful location it was the perfect getaway
6. Lakefront cabin with a sunroom on Grand Beach, Grand Marais (from USD 220)
Enjoy a long weekend in this lakeside home surrounded by trees and overlooking Lake Winnipeg. This three-bedroom home hosts six guests but can accept a few more for an extra fee. It has a wraparound deck where you can grill and enjoy barbecues or lounge on Adirondack chairs while watching the water.
If you prefer the indoors but also crave some sun, you can relax in the sunroom, which has a pleasant view of the beach. The property has a dining area and a bar with access to the deck. You can whip up family meals in the cozy chef’s kitchen which shares the open layout with the living area.
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we also enjoyed the wifi and netflixit was cozy serene and topped off with a jaw-dropping lake view right off the wrap around porchit was a comfortable cabin with a great sunroom looking out onto the waterCleanliness:
the cabin was clean and fantastic viewRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is beautiful right on wateran easy short walk to the beachall in all a great place
7. Lovely rustic cabin in Grindstone Provincial Park, Hecla Island (from USD 101)
This rustic lakefront cabin is a short walk to the beach and a short drive to a golf course and Hecla Resort. Its self-catering features and modern amenities make it a lovely place to visit any time of the year.
The living room has a hearth and baseboard heating that will keep you and your family warm during winter. Cook a heartwarming meal in the kitchen and enjoy eating with your family in the adjacent dining area. Outside, there is a firepit you can sit around and roast hotdogs on cold nights.
During summer you can grill barbecues and chill out on the deck surrounded by the lovely scenery of trees and the lake. There is no Wi-Fi or live TV, but you can enjoy fishing outdoors for entertainment. Be aware that the nearby beach is rocky but it’s a good area to explore with your dogs.
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no live tv or wifi but fairly good cell coverage inside living roomnice living/dining room with huge tv and blurayHost:
owner was very friendly and helpful and answered promptlyRead more reviewsLocation:
loved the quiet neighborhood the short walk to the lake the fire pit the well-equipped kitchen and awesome hosts
8. Capacious all-season cabin for 10, Grand Marais (from USD 164)
This property is a massive cabin near the lake in Grand Marais, offering unobstructed lake views. It’s a wonderful place to go if you like ice fishing or gliding down the snow on skis or a snowboard during winter.
10 people will fit snugly in this rustic wooden cabin. Kids can stay free of charge if your group is below the 10-people limit. This self-contained home is equipped with modern comforts such as heating, air-conditioning, and Wi-Fi, making it ideal for extended stays and for all four seasons of the year.
When it’s sunny, you can enjoy barbecues on the deck, and at night, feel free to roast hotdogs on the fire pit surrounded by lush green scenery. The rental is close to restaurants if you would like to eat out, and a 20-minute drive to the casino if you want some entertainment.
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the air conditioning was appreciated during the record breaking hot weatherCleanliness:
found the property clean and organizedit was very clean great location and was everything it said it wasHost:
heather(the landlord) is very easy to deal with and is a fantastic hosthost was great and always available if neededheather was a great host and very accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
great location on the water
9. Wonderful winterized waterfront cabin, Steep Rock (from USD 140)
This winterized cabin is big enough for a group of eight guests who want to destress and disconnect. It features high cathedral ceilings, wooden interiors, a loft on the upper floor, and four spacious bedrooms spread across two floors.
It has modern conveniences such as air-conditioning and heating. However, note that the cabin lacks a cellphone signal, and water & Wi-Fi capacities are limited. Instead of streaming movies, you can play board games or hang out with your pets outside to bond as a family.
The chef’s kitchen has sliding doors that open to a furnished veranda and a patio deck overlooking the lake. Near the deck are the sandy shores of the lake where you can sit by a bonfire to keep warm while watching ducks float by.
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the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and the place was very neat & tidynice and cozy inside when it was raining and a lovely backyard to enjoy whenever it wasn'tCleanliness:
clean with everything you needgreat beach very clean everything you would needeverything was clean and leoz was very responsive when we had inquiredthe cabin is clean and has everything you needthe cabin was clean easy to find and had everything we could have needed and moreHost:
great hosts with quick answers to any questionsgreat spot and great hosthosts are very friendly accommodating and are very quick to replyan absolutely stunning cabin with a fantastic hostleoz was a fantastic host very accommodating and easy to communicate withRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location on the water and close to the town of steep rockgreat location on the water and quietbeautiful location with incredible sunsetsgreat location it has everything we needed during our staya great place to relax
10. Charming and secluded year-round cabin, Petersfield
This charming lakefront home is steps away from Lake Winnipeg’s sandy shores. It’s ideal for a family fishing trip or a couple’s getaway with lakeside activities. You can go fishing and sunbathe on the beach on bright summer days. During winter, you can opt for ice fishing or snowmobiling.
Outside the cabin, there is a deck where you can sit on Adirondacks or grill barbecues while enjoying lake views. The home is also perfect for long-term stays as it comes with an equipped kitchen. Kids and pets are accepted here. Little ones will definitely enjoy the swing set by the lake.
Petersfield, Manitoba, Canada
71.11 km (44.2 mi) from Hecla-Grindstone Provincial ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 8
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the beds were very comfortable and we loved the recliners in the living roomreally great spot quiet beautiful great private beach for swimming top-notch amenitiesCleanliness:
cute place clean and great communicationan amazing opportunity to stay in a beautiful clean stylish cabin in an incredible locationHost:
we are definitely returning and recommend this place to anyone who needs a holiday of any kindperfect location for it great hosts responded to our questions very quicklyeverything was perfect andy and brenda are very friendly and very helpful when answering questionsone of a kind definitely try itthe cabin they are hosting is nice and cozy with a part of the beach all to yourselvesRead more reviewsLocation:
what a wonderful location with two beachesgreat location right by the water and very close to winnipeg i had a great timewhat a fabulous location it was easy to get to and such a cool placethe cabin is really lovely and well organized the location was also serene and quietthis place is the perfect getaway
A relaxing holiday by the lake
Living by the lake has a lot of benefits. You can enjoy lovely scenery all day long and engage in fun water activities whenever you want. Spending a few days in one of these lakefront cabins might just complete your dream vacation in Manitoba. Book one for your next trip!
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