Historic Ponderosa Family Resort on West Fox Lake

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Aerial view
TV
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Fifty Lakes, MN
  • Golden Eagle Golf Club
    7 min drive
  • Big Trout Lake
    8 min drive
  • Crosslake Community Center
    13 min drive
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    49 min drive

Room options

About the neighborhood

Fifty Lakes

Located in Fifty Lakes, this farm stay is on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway and Golden Eagle Golf Club. .This farm stay is 19.5 mi (31.4 km) from Mississippi River and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Big Trout Lake.

What's nearby

  • Golden Eagle Golf Club - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Big Trout Lake - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Crosslake Community Center - 13 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Cross Lake Recreation Area - 15 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Crosslake Town Square - 16 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪50 Lakes Bar & Bottle Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Manhattan Beach Lodge - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Historic Ponderosa Family Resort on West Fox Lake

Escape the bustle and rekindle simple pleasures at Historic Ponderosa Family Resort, an enchanting woodland retreat on pristine West Fox Lake. Nestled on 8 acres of towering pines and offering over 220 feet of private shoreline, Ponderosa hearkens back to cherished summers of yesterday.

Wake to loons calling across the water and the aroma of crackling campfires. Cozy, rustic cabins exude historic charm while offering modern conveniences. Find adventure fishing for walleye and bass off the dock or paddling kayaks on the glassy lake. As night falls, stargaze and roast s’mores beachside before retreating to your snug cabin under a thick quilt, soothed by the sounds of the woods.

The heart of Ponderosa is a grand log lodge where up 25 guests can eat, laugh and linger together. Feast on home-cooked meals at the spacious table and challenge each other to games in the great room. As the fireplace glows, share stories and songs, or simply enjoy the peace of togetherness in nature.

Escape the trappings of modern life and forge bonds as timeless as the pines. Historic Ponderosa Family Resort offers a place for unplugging, reconnecting and crafting enduring memories. We invite you to experience the simple indulgence of life in the slow lane. Come rekindle the magic of bygone summers on the shores of West Fox Lake.

Five historic cabins offer:

🏠 Cabin 1 (Main Cabin) has 1BR with King bed, full kitchen and additional sleeping on sofas. Gather with up to 25 guests in the great room.

🏠 Cabin 2 has 1BR with a Queen bed plus a loft with 2 full and 1 twin bed, and 1 bath; Sleeps 8-10 including sofas. Generally the best cabin for a bunch of kids in the loft.

🏠 Cabins 3-5 are all 2BR 1BA, with a living room and kitchenette. Each have a Queen bed and a bunk bed. Sleeps 4-6 including sofas.

🏠 All cabins include: Upgraded interiors with rustic pine decor. AC, linens, towels and fully stocked kitchens.

🌲🌊 Enjoy: 220 feet of private lakefront with dock and boat lift included, Wooded trails, Fire pit, Bocce, cornhole, and gas grills as well as an outdoor brick fire kitchen. There is a canoe for guests to use as well bring your own boats or we can refer you to a rental company.

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Above & Beyond Homes | RE/MAX Results
35287 County Road 3
Crosslake, MN 56442

Each office independently owned and operated. Equal Housing opportunity member and advocate. Licensed broker in the State of MN.
Short-Term Rental House Rules

1. Quiet Hours – The use and enjoyment for all property owners is important to us. Please respect your neighbors, quiet hours are between 10:00 PM-7:00 AM.

2. Parking information – We all need to do our part to not impede emergency responder’s duties. Parking cannot restrict access by emergency vehicles or the traveling public, and cannot encroach neighboring properties.

3. Garbage – Help keep our area beautiful for all to enjoy. Garbage, refuse, or recycling must be stored completely enclosed within designated refuse containers.

4. Septic – Please help us protect our environment. If you observe raw septage leaking or seeping out of the ground contact us immediately

5. Protect our Lakes – Help us keep our lakes clean and free of Aquatic Invasive Species. Please review all AIS material provided prior to launching any watercraft.

We want you to enjoy your stay here in Crosslake. Please be aware that these are the most common complaints to which our law enforcement agencies must respond. Following these simple courtesies will make your visit more enjoyable for everyone.

If any guest violates the house rules by causing disturbances to neighbors, damages to the property including personal items and fixtures, the entire security deposit shall be forfeited.
A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Above & Beyond Homes | RE/MAX Results - Crosslake

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
Anything you can think of to do is within 10min. Perfect place for large group. Perfect location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M., Ruthton

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation spot
Our family had a great time at the Ponderosa!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
The Ponderosa was a great place for our family to come together The beach area was nice. The water was shallow and did not drop off suddenly. Our small grandchildren loved it. They even fished from the dock and were excited when they caught fish. We rented a pontoon for a couple of days and the older boys went fishing and caught quite a few fish! Making s’mores at night around the HUGE fire pit was great. Had lots of chairs around it. We enjoyed the big outside area where the kids could run and play and where we played several yard games. Over all it is a great place for large families. We all enjoyed it alot
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024