About Property

Discover the kind of quiet that takes five minutes to sink into at the Next Chapter Family Retreat, a serene escape nestled on a private 5-acre peninsula on Round Lake in Pequot Lakes, Minnesota.

Designed for multi-generational gatherings, this home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating up to 9 guests. The sleeping arrangements include a king bed in the main bedroom, a queen bed in the second, a twin-over-full bunk in the third, and two twin beds in the second-floor sleeping loft. The open main floor seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, creating a natural gathering space for the whole group.

This property is defined by its extraordinary connection to the water, boasting 2,500 feet of shoreline and a private stream known as the "Congo River." This meandering waterway connects to Little Bass Lake, Bass Lake, Star Lake, Little Star Lake, and Kendell Lake, offering an entire water system to explore by paddle.

Key Features & Amenities:

• Private dock and small river dock
• Sandy beach with Adirondack chairs, cedar picnic table, and child's swing
• Canoe, 2 kayaks, tubes, and floats
• John Deere Gator for property exploration
• Big Green Egg charcoal grill and electric griddle
• Multiple fire pits (deck, Sunset Point, and south fire pit)
• High-speed fiber optic Wi-Fi and Smart TV
• Ping pong table, horseshoes pit, cornhole, and croquet set
• Water slide built into the stream
• Sunset Point platform and shelter
• Fully equipped kitchen with commercial coffee grinder and Bunn pot

Located in the genuine small town of Pequot Lakes, you are minutes from the Paul Bunyan State Trail and the local tradition of Bean Hole Days in July. For further exploration, the shopping and dining of Brainerd and Baxter, including Safari North Wildlife Park, are just 20 minutes south, while the charming village of Nisswa is a short drive away.

Practical Info & Rules:

• Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 11:00 AM
• Minimum booking age: 25
• Pets: Well-behaved pets are welcome ($100 fee per pet, per stay; max 2 pets)
• House Rules: No parties or events; no smoking indoors ($300 fee if detected)
• Quiet Hours: 10 PM to 8 AM
• Safety: Bears are active in the area; bear spray, whistles, and horns are provided. Please do not enter the historic trapper's cabin as it is structurally unsafe.

Whether you are angling for walleye, watching bald eagles nest, or relaxing in one of the three property hammocks, the Next Chapter Family Retreat is where your next favorite memory begins.

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