Cozy, Vintage, Cottage, Dock, Paddleboat, Screened Porch | Lawrence Lake Lookout

Escape to this classic little red cabin nestled on the shores of Lawrence Lake in Balsam, Minnesota. With beautiful lake views framed by large windows throughout the home, this cozy retreat is the perfect place to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy lake life year-round.

The cabin comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests and features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, making it ideal for families, couples, or a relaxing getaway with friends.

Enjoy peaceful mornings and sunset evenings from the spacious screened-in porch overlooking the water. Spend your days fishing from the long private dock, exploring the lake in the paddleboat, or simply relaxing by the shoreline. Life jackets are provided for guest use.

Inside, you’ll find a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, comfortable gathering spaces, and all the essentials for an easy stay — including on-site laundry.

Whether you’re looking for quiet cabin mornings, fishing adventures, or classic Minnesota lake memories, this charming lakeside retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort and simplicity.

Please note: Security Cameras monitor the exterior of the cabin.

Lawrence Lake Lookout has everything needed to make you feel at home in the perfect lakeside retreat

- Paddleboat, Canoe and life jackets are provided so you can enjoy the peace of Lawrence Lake
- Have fun fishing right off the dock, or take advantage of the fantastic fishing opportunities through the lake
- Access Itasca County’s vast snowmobile trail system directly from the house either just north of the cabin. There is plenty of room in our driveway for your trailer and it’s only a short ride to access the trails
- Access Itasca County’s vast ATV trail system from the Balsam Store just one mile up the road from the cabin
- Three bedrooms plus our sofa beds provide space for your entire group
- Two bathrooms one on the main floor and one on the lower floor
- Full washer and dryer
- Enjoy a cozy fire in the outdoor wood firepit
- Fully stocked kitchen and all linens supplied
- Grill provided
- Sparkling clean space
- Smart TVs with access to all of your favorite streaming services
- Fast Wifi
- All of the extra details that make your stay special

Shorter or longer stay options sometimes available upon request, cleaning fees will be adjusted accordingly. Contact us for more information!

Please don`t hesitate to ask us any questions about the area or for more info! We are here to make your stay as enjoyable as possible!

You will have easy access with a keypad for self check-in. The full property and house are available for your use so please make yourself feel at home! A portion of the garage is available for storing your outdoor and sporting equipment but please refrain from parking cars or trucks inside the garage. The small boathouse by the dock is not available at this time.
Please be sure to review all house rules when booking! This home is located in a peaceful & quiet lake community. All guests staying at the home must be considerate of others in the neighboring area. Noise disturbances will not be tolerated.(quiet hours are between 10pm-7am)
Please respect check-in and check-out times (unless we have agreed on other arrangements)
All Guests must be registered, if the size of your party changes please contact us Additional Guests (beyond 8 guests) may be allowed with permission and for an additional fee - Please contact us with questions. Extra guest fees will be charged if more than noted guests stay the night as cleaning/laundry costs go up
No parties or events
No Illegal Substances
Please park only on the gravel and cement areas and under the pine trees, do not park on the grass
Smoking is allowed outdoors take care to dispose of any smoking related refuse responsibly - a $200 penalty will be charged for violations or debris discovered and disposed of by our cleaning crew
We are sorry but we can NOT accommodate your Pets
Please use the dryer to dry any wet beach towels and swimsuits, please do not leave wet items sitting on the floor.
No Candles
No Fireworks
All outdoor fires must remain contained in the fire pit - and no more than 3 feet tall
Please check the MN DNR fire warnings and restrictions before burning and adhere to any burning limitations or restrictions as needed. We thank you for helping us protect our forests!
Please DO NOT flush anything except toilet paper down the toilet
No cooking oil down any drains
No sporting equipment allowed inside the cabin
Please return all furnishings to their original positions
Please clean grill if you used it during your stay
Use only firewood that is provided or firewood you purchase. ABSOLUTELY NO cutting of firewood on the property or adjacent properties is allowed.
No burning of trash or any other materials besides firewood.
Please be courteous when engaging in outdoor sports - especially mountain biking - and shower before going to bed. Some of the local soil is very mineral rich and those minerals love to stain our bedding. Thank you!
Any game or fish cleaning must be done outdoors. CLEAN UP thoroughly after any fish or game cleaning activities. Dispose of entrails away from the cabin or double bag and freeze until your departure. Please cooperate with this as it draws in unwanted animal activity that can be extremely destructive. A $200 fee will be charged for any evidence of breach of this rule.
PLEASE BE CAREFUL NEAR THE LAKE AT ALL TIMES
SWIMMING AND LAKE USE AT YOUR OWN RISK - NO DIVING
FOLLOW ALL WATER SAFETY LAWS