Vacation rentals in Upsala

A Frame-Sauna-Cold Plunge-Fire Pit-Seclusion

✔ Sleeps 4 – Lofted bedroom +pull-out couch (Both Queen Beds) ✔ Cozy & stylish – In-floor heating, A/C, 50” TV ✔ Fully equipped – Kitchen, Combo Washer/Dryer, fast WiFi ✔ Outdoor retreat – Sauna, Private patio, BBQ grill, firepit, string lights ✔ Secluded yet close to Brainerd Book now for the ultimate nature escape! -2 Miles from direct access to Paul Bunyon Trail -6 Miles from Northland Arboretum -7 Miles from Brainerd International Raceway -15 Miles from Crosby -20 Miles from Breezy Point

Fairy Lake Cabin with Lakeshore Frontage

Come stay at this peaceful cabin on Fairy Lake by Sauk Centre, MN. Great outdoor space to enjoy swimming, fishing and boating. Bring your boat or kayak and enjoy the outdoors. Fairy Lake also has a large public beach across the lake. Sauk Centre has three golf courses & a 6-screen movie theatre downtown. Sauk Centre has great bar & grills, fun downtown shops and the 510 Art Lab. Great Parks & in July we celebrate Sinclair Lewis days. SC has murals painted all around town by local artist.

The Hurlen Hytte (cabin, in Norwegian)

This cozy, Norwegian inspired cottage is literally steps away from Smith lake and is located between Alexandria and Osakis, Minnesota. The interior features, rustic knotty pine, hardwood floors, stone fireplace and sunlit porch. Step outside to the layered deck, grill, fire pit, log swing and dock. Enjoy our assortment of lake toys, or just sit back, relax and watch the fish jump. Rediscover the charm of simpler times and create lasting memories by booking your stay today! Douglas Co lic#2225

Cozy Cabin in Krons Bay on the Horseshoe Chain

This cabin is ideal for a getaway year round. Set in a peaceful, wooded, quiet bay on Horseshoe Lake on the Chain of Lakes. This cozy, inviting cabin has a gorgeous shoreline with a sandy beach, stunning sunset views, a dock that is perfect for fishing (or jumping in!), a raft to swim to, hammocks to lounge in, and a large bonfire area to end your day. Endless outdoor activities year round! This cabin has everything you need for a memorable, relaxing vacation! No detail has been overlooked.

Cozy Log Cabin at the Lake

***Maximum of 8 guests NO EXCEPTIONS. Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Great for a big family looking to take an extended getaway. Great fishing, beautiful sunsets, good times on the water during the summer. Get away with your family and enjoy the lake with all the luxurious amenities needed to work remotely including Gigabit high speed internet, dedicated workspace with a beautiful view of the lake. *Note - onsite hot tub is explicitly off limits per county ordinance.

Adventure Studio

The Adventure Studio is like stepping into a treehouse that boasts stunning views and a cozy relaxing deck overlooking 200' of shoreline on a great fishing lake. Inside enjoy views from two full walls of windows, a skylight and vaulted ceilings. Well appointed kitchen for a several day stay. A fire pit, pedal boat, paddleboards, wooded acreage, a mile long nature hiking, biking trail and access to other adventures. All on a quiet tree lined road, perfect for peaceful strolls at sunset.

Quaint modern cabin set in private woodland

Escape into the forest at the Ursa Minor cabin. Built in 2017, this comfortable and tranquil getaway includes a full kitchen, bathroom with a cedar-lined shower, electric in-floor heat, a wood stove, warm pine siding throughout, and a spacious sleeping loft. A covered porch, fire pit and fully-stocked woodshed are right outside the door. Your stay includes access to more than ten kilometers of trails traversing hundreds of acres of private woodland originating steps from your door.

Stoney Ridge Treehouse

Our tree house is on 50 acres in central Minnesota, about two hours north of the twin cities. The tree house sits 18 feet off the ground on a ridge over looking Rock Lake. Its surrounded by our 50 acres and 500 acres of state land. The treehouse has two bedrooms, a full bathroom, kitchen, a sitting area in both the loft and the main level. There is a wrap around porch on three sides and a deck out front, To access the tree house you will walk over a thirty foot covered bridge.

Pleasant Lake Home

Nestled in a serene and picturesque setting, it offers a fully modernized, renovated retreat. Enjoy the tranquility of peaceful surroundings, all while being just 10-15 min from the heart of St. Cloud. 1 mile - Public Boat landing a couple min walk - Lions Park (Playground) 15.7 mi – Powder Ridge (downhill skiing) 9.6 mi – St. Cloud State University 10.3 mi – Munsinger Gardens 5.4 mi - Ledge Amphitheater 4.6 mi - Quarry Park and Nature Preserve 12.5 mi – St. John’s University

Treehouse (LOTR) Stargazer Skycabin

Our LOTR themed treehouse, along with our LOTR Wizard's Cottage, have been described as a "love letter to Tolkien himself." We have been featured on PBS and WJON radio. A manager lives on the acreage, about 200 ft. from the Wizard's Cottage and very far from the treehouse, which is located on the back part of the acreage. It has a fenced-in portion that makes up the Shire Garden. Down the hill is our nod to Mordor. Feel free to visit and dare to open the "Mor Do(o)r."

Farmer's Cabin - Serene Views, SAUNA, peaceful

Nestled at the end of a quiet dead-end road, our newly renovated, farm-themed cabin offers the ultimate cozy lake escape. Wake to peaceful water views, sip coffee on the large patio, and enjoy a flat sandy shore perfect for swimming and playing. We provide a raft, lily pad, paddle board, tons of water toys, and a relaxing sauna. Inside, everything is fresh, bright, and filled with charm — a perfect private retreat to unwind, recharge, and make lasting memories.

Bayside Hideaway on the River

Wake up to tranquility and wildlife at this bayside location on the Mississippi River. Uniquely perched at the water’s edge, the fresh bright interior design provides modern comfort and stunning views of the private bay and river through expansive windows. If you are looking for a quiet respite and a change of scene, this cozy gem shuts out the noisy world and allows nature to remind you how important it is to rest and reset.