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3 bedrooms, travel crib, internet, bed sheets
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9.0

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101178 sq ft

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Federal Dam, MN
  • Popular LocationLeech Lake4 min walk
  • Popular LocationNorthern Lights Casino61 min drive
  • AirportBemidji, MN (BJI-Bemidji Regional)66 min drive
  • Popular LocationChippewa National Forest74 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We really liked this property. Great setup to get the group together, get out on the ice, amd find the fish. The kitchen...
Jonathan B.
Feb 18, 2023

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Federal Dam Cabin on Leech Lake-Near Boat Launch!

Get a taste of the lake life during your stay at this vacation rental cabin in Federal Dam, Minnesota! Ideally located steps from Leech Lake, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom waterfront cabin for up to 10 is perfect for anyone looking to get away from it all and breathe in some fresh Minnesota air. The cabin offers over 1,100 square feet of living space, yet still feels nice and cozy inside! You'll love spending days on the lake and returning to roast marshmallows by the fire pit.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, Crib | Bedroom 2: Full Bed, 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds, Full Bed

Upon entering this cabin, you'll instantly notice the wall of windows that look out upon Leech Lake. Sink back in the sumptuous furniture to admire the lake views or bring a book and get lost in a novel. Head down to the lake and have some fun for a relaxing evening.

During downtime, use the wireless internet access to surf the net, get some work done while you're out of the office or look up a new recipe to make for dinner.

There's no need to leave the comfort of your home-away-from-home when hunger strikes. The fully equipped kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and ample counter space to prepare all of your meals. When it's time to eat, gather around the picnic-style table in the dining area to dig in!

On warm evenings, step outside and use the gas grill to whip up a tasty barbecue dinner. There's seating outside for those who'd like to dine al-fresco. After you finish eating, head out to the fire pit to roast s'mores for dinner and tell campfire stories! Look up and admire the millions of stars visible in the night sky.

Dive under the covers of any of the comfortable beds when it's time to call it a night! The first-floor master bedroom has a queen bed and a crib, and the 2 upstairs bedrooms both offer 2 twin beds and a full bed.

-- THE LOCATION --

This cabin is in the perfect for a true lake retreat! Bring your rod and reel and walk right down to the shore to reel in some fish. Other lakes in the area that are great for fishing include Lake Winnibigoshish and Cass Lake.

There's no better way to beat the heat than going for a dip in the lake on hot afternoons! The water is the perfect depth for anyone looking to cool off. This area of Leech Lake has minimal boat traffic - ideal for swimming and just getting some peace and quiet while you relax by the water.

Bring your boat along and launch it down the road at the Leech Lake Recreation Area! Cruise around the lake in style, stopping at some of the lakefront restaurants for a bite to eat and a refreshing beverage.

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Please note the cabin can sleep 11 guests if you are traveling with a toddler who can sleep in the crib
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 1 step to enter

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,178 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Federal Dam Cabin Leech Lake-near Boat Launch
Cabin Leech Lake-near Boat Launch
Federal Dam Leech Lake-near Boat Launch
Cabin Leech near Boat Launch
Federal Dam Cabin on Leech Lake-near Boat Launch! Cabin
Federal Dam Cabin on Leech Lake-near Boat Launch! Federal Dam
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About the neighborhood

Federal Dam

Located in Federal Dam, this cabin is on the waterfront. Shingnobee Recreation Area and Tianna Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Leech Lake and Lake Winnibigoshish. Motor boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Leech Lake - 4 min walk
  • Lake Winnibigoshish - 36 min drive
  • Cedar Lakes Casino & Hotel - 60 min drive
  • Northern Lights Casino - 61 min drive
  • Chippewa National Forest - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Macharts's Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Federal Dam Cabin on Leech Lake-Near Boat Launch! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Federal Dam Cabin on Leech Lake-Near Boat Launch!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Federal Dam Cabin on Leech Lake-Near Boat Launch!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Federal Dam Cabin on Leech Lake-Near Boat Launch! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Leech Lake and within 32 mi (52 km) of Mississippi River and Lake Winnibigoshish. Little Boy Lake and Wabedo Lake are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Fun
We really liked this property. Great setup to get the group together, get out on the ice, amd find the fish. The kitchen was well stocked with cookware and utensils. The hosts were really helpful and helped with any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Steven F., Elwood, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Good time
Nice place
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Spot
It was a beautiful house and great location on the lake. Very clean and had everything we needed to get by. We didn’t know about the wifi limitations but we mostly fished so not big deal. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice fall getaway
Nice clean cabin. Lots of sleeping room and comfortable beds. Kitchen was well stocked with supplies/utensils. Beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Decent property, terrible communication
I tried reaching out to the property management company right after we booked to ask them some questions to help us plan ahead. We didn't hear back from them for 3 months. Finally heard back 3 days before we were supposed to leave, with the email of the actual property owner. We emailed the property owner and didn't hear back until an hour after we checked in. This made things incredibly hard to plan. Overall the house was nice. The location is VERY remote, and nothing really around it besides other houses. I don't recommend staying here with little kids. It would be OK to stay here with a group of guys to go fishing though.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Robyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake getaway
The cabin was very nice and the lake was amazing! It was so nice to walk right of the cabin and swim with the kids (bring water shoes it is rocky). The sunsets were stunning. We had a blast! The only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars is because the description is a little misleading. It says 2 bathrooms and it’s not two full bathrooms, one has a bath/shower and the other is just a toilet. The kitchen only has the bare minimum, there is only one fry pan, no mixing spoons, the only cups are small kids cups. There were barely any supplies: like half a roll of paper towels, and hardly any hand soap. So just be prepared to bring everything you need to cook and eat. We stayed a week and the closet grocery store is 30 minutes away, it would of been nice to know the kitchen cabinets were mostly locked without space to store food and to bring more cooking essentials. Otherwise the cabin and location were super nice and we had a lot fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

Matt A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice Location horrible experience
The cabin is beautiful for the most part and in a decent location with a nice view overlooking the Leech Lake. We arrived 30 minutes after check in time after driving 4 hrs to location. We tried our access code and it wouldn’t accept it. We reached out to the guest contact multiple times and after multiple voicemails and getting ahold of the Evolve team we finally got in after waiting 2 hours. Never heard from our guest contact at all. The location isn’t bad except in the pictures it doesn’t show that the cabin is within 25 feet of the neighbors cabin. No where in the details does it say you can’t dock a boat over night only found that out after arriving to find it posted on the dock and in the cabin. The walls, doors, porch and grill were filthy and the cleaning was sub-par at best. There is a ton of damage to the walls and doors. The refrigerator hardly kept our food cold the entire weekend. The water dispenser on the fridge didn’t work. The lake trampoline was no where to be found even though the listing says it would be in the water June thru August. The shower handle leaks when the shower is running. We had a good stay otherwise never long enough per usual with weekend getaways. I would like to give a big shoutout and thank you to the evolve team as their customer service was awesome!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin on the Lake with Beautiful Views
We stayed through the polar vortex we had in Feb 2021. The cabin kept us warm, but we also went out walking on the lake sometimes. We loved the large windows which looked over the lake, and the sunsets over the lake were beautiful. I only had one issue which was a minor issue checking in, but I called the manager and the issue was resolved in 5 minutes and we were in! I would like to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claire R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect ice fishing cabin
This cabin was perfect for our group. We were a group of guys that game up to ice fish,play poker and drink a few beers. It’s a nice, basic lofted cabin. Not real fancy but suited our needs well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Minimalist Home for Quiet Times and Lake Fun
Let me start by saying we love this place. It had exactly what we needed, was not fussy in any way, and was perfect for some quiet days. We're really excited about coming back in warmer months to enjoy being in the lake. There are a couple of things we hope they'll change in the future. The loft area could use a little more furniture. It's such a cool space with a great lake view, but we didn't use it very much because there wasn't any place to comfortably sit up there. We also noted the big room runs a bit cooler because it's harder to heat. We're hoping they have in-floor heating at some point or a fireplace. This place has great bones and we really enjoyed our stay. We'll be back! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clint P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Four day fall fishing trip
Nice home. Well stocked, on a quiet area of the lake. Gentle lot with a great fire pit we enjoyed nightly. Fishing spots close by. Would be a great place for a family also.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Property manager was very helpful with pre trip questions I had about the property. Plenty of firewood available for our evening fires in the fire pit. He even left us extra propane for the grill when I asked about that as we did grill pretty much every meal. The kids absolutely loved the rave water inflatable out in the water! Lake is pretty rocky until you get past the end of the dock, but fine if wearing water shoes. The deck area was always in the shade and was a great place to cook and eat meals. Would rate as 5 stars but could use a few updates. Furniture was pretty tired looking in living area, but we didn’t spend a lot of time indoors anyway. Kitchen needs a griddle pan and more fry pans. Was only 1 fry pan available but again we managed without. There are 2 bathrooms in the house but only 1 shower, I probably overlooked that. Biggest reason for 4 vs 5 stars was cleanliness. Beds, kitchen, bath were all good, but under beds and under furniture was not as good. I lost a grape under stove and pulled out bottom drawer on stove to pick it up, and found lots of lost treasures from past guests. Was lost toys, old food, and clothing items under beds upstairs. Overall none of the bad outweighs the good. Hopefully cleaning person will do a more through cleaning soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome find
We had an amazing family vacation at this cabin this past week. The cabin itself is very well kept and cozy. The yard is relatively flat so easy access to the waterfront. Plenty of beds and general amenities provided. A few notes: -there are no TVs so If this concerns you bring tablets for kids at night etc. We were glad we did. - we felt there was a bit of a limited selection of glasses in particular. We struggled to find much outside of a few coffee mugs and small plastic cups for kids. Not a big deal but maybe bring a few of your own. -The nearest town with groceries is 25 or so minutes away, so stock up when you make your trip(s). - The beach is rocky instead of sandy. Our older two still swam but the younger ones didn’t really enjoy the beach as much because of this. - The gate on the dock was very handy to keep our two younger ones from running out there. - the waves get pretty intense on windier days because of the size of the lake but on the calmer day we had it was great. - the sunsets were out of this world every single night. We really enjoyed watching the pink sky linger for so long and the bright stars once the sun finally set. - the outdoor seating on the covered patio was great - a table for kids and one for adults. - the water bongo was a nice bonus that we enjoyed, kids and adults alike. - The owner was very responsive the couple of times we had questions. Overall we definitely enjoyed our stay and would recommend this place to anyone. We would absolutely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

melanie h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent and Fun Place for Family
Very peaceful.....not a lot of noise around us. Very relaxing. Owner was very quick to respond or communicate if needed. We will DEFINITELY be renting again!

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin on a beautiful lake
The cabin is very nice and has everything you need. The lake is clear with a rocky bottom and suitable for our 3 young children to swim by the dock. We drove down the road a mile and rented a pontoon from a resort and explored this amazing lake. It is so large I think we only saw half of it. I would definitely recommend this cabin.

10/10 Excellent

Shane R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to get away.
As described very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

Josh H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house.
House was nice and basically as described in the listing. Didn't like that I wasn't given the address until 15 days prior to arrival as we were planning a fishing/snowmobile trip and an exact address would have been helpful when planning with multiple people. Furniture and beds were comfortable and the house overall is very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

donna b., Oakdale MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome cabin and lake!
Very responsive answering calls and emails. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

This Cabin is very nice, well maintained, very clean!!
This is my first time to rent a cabin, This was a GREAT experience!! The cabin was nice and warm when we arrived, it was very clean, no problems with anything. I would recommend this cabin to anyone! Would stay here again!! Hopefully a warmer weekend next time, -28 degrees for the air temperature was too cold!! But the cabin was warm!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Troy H.

Beautiful property
Excellent location Million dollar view Inviting and cozy Only issue is the cleaning charge - not sure the property is being cleaned as well as is should for that price of additional cleaning. The floors were dirty and there were pop cans under the beds upstairs. We tidyed up as requested on the action items. Regardless, of the mess here and there the cabin was in excellent shape. Please note: I have been on hold for over a 1/2 hour to VRBO to try and let them know we locked our keys in the truck.... and that we are unable to vacate the property at 10:00 am. Unable to access evolve account. Thank you for everything else.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Quiet and cozy cabin!
We had a great stay at this beautiful cabin! It was warm and cozy. We would love to come back in the Summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Hannah I.

Beautiful cabin
We enjoyed our stay. The property manager was wonderful to work with, quick to respond to questions we had and very nice. The cabin was very nice and clean! Only “complaint” is property is next to swampy area and it was very buggy. if you’re bringing own boat, sugar point resort down the road is extremely accommodating. Overall enjoyed our stay. Would reccomdend and we would book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018