Last Updated: 2-21-09

The "Carefree Cottage"
on Lake Edward



763-315-1812 or Carefree Cottage E-Mail



Spend your vacation on 100 feet of sugar sand beach on Lake Edward
that is equal to - or better than - any beach in the Brainerd area.



Lake Edward and the Brainerd Lakes Area Offers:

  • 2,032 acres of fishing, boating, swimming, fun, relaxing and great memories.
  • Exceptionally clean waters with water clarity of up to 14 feet.
  • Great fishing for Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Sunfish and Crappie.
  • Shopping in Baxter, Brainerd, Cross Lake, Merrifield, Nisswa or Pequot Lakes.
  • The many great golf courses in the Brainerd Lakes Area.
  • The Paul Bunyan bike, roller blading and snowmobile trail is just 5 minutes away.
  • Plus much more!

    Our Cabin Provides:

  • Peace and quiet!
  • Accommodations for 6 with 2 bedrooms, a full bath, living room, family room and kitchen.
  • 100 feet of private, sugar sand beach the kids will love.
  • Long (50-75 yards), gentle elevation in the water. There are no sudden drop-offs.
  • Abundant wildlife with the opportunity to see deer, listen to the loons and watch the eagles soar.
  • Gentle elevation from the cabin to beach.
  • A nice, private, lakeside yard.
  • A 16’ X 20’ screen porch to enjoy the lake breezes, eat a meal, take a nap in the hammock or take a break from the sun.
  • Charcoal grill.
  • Ceiling fans.
  • Two window air conditioners for those occasional “humid” days.
  • Washer and clothes lines (please bring your own detergent).
  • TV, VCR & DVD player.
  • Dock space for your boat.
  • Bed linen is provided (please bring your own towels).
  • Fire pit for a relaxing evening fire by the sugar sand beach.
  • Boat and/or pontoon rental is available at nearby Cozy Bay Resort.
  • We're in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, 8 miles north of Brainerd and just south of Big Pelican Lake.

    2009 Rental Rates:

    Regular Seasons May 22 - June 26

    &

    August 15 - September 7
    $900 per week, or $150 per night (3-night minimum), for up to 6 persons, with a $250 security deposit.

    &

    $1,050 per week, or $165 per night (3-night minimum), for up to 6 persons, with a $250 security deposit.
    Peak Season June 27 - August 14 $1,150 per week for up to 6 persons with a $250 security deposit.

    or

    $185 per night for up to 6 persons with a $250 security deposit and a 3-night minimum.
    Off-Peak Seasons April 25 - May 21

    &

    September 8 to October 15
    $750 per week for up to 6 persons with a $250 security deposit.

    or

    $135 per night for up to 6 persons with a $250 security deposit and a 3-night minimum.
    Monthly
    (If schedule permits)
    May, June & September $2,000 per month with a $250 security deposit. This rate will be based on a 30-day month. Actual days for the beginning, and end, of a "rental" month will be scheduled around existing rental commitments if possible.

  • Full payment by cash, check or money order is due 3 weeks or 21 calendar days prior to your stay. If full payment is not received 21 days prior to your stay, the cabin will be re-rented and your deposit will be forfeited.
  • Rental rates subject to change.

    Security Deposit & Taxes:

  • A $250 Security Deposit is required by cash, check, or money order, within 1 week of making your reservation to guarantee your reservation. If we do not receive your security deposit within 1 week (7 calendar days) of you making a reservation, the dates you tentatively reserved will be opened up to all other potential renters once again.
  • The Security Deposit holds your reservation and also serves as a damage/security deposit.
  • The Security Deposit is refundable in full upon completion of your scheduled stay without damage, or excessive cleaning to, or loss of property.
  • Upon receiving your deposit, a confirmation, map and information letter will be sent to you.
  • Rates are subject to Minnesota state sales tax (6.5% through June 30, 2009 and 6.875% beginning July 1, 2009) that is not included in the rates shown above. It will be added to your bill and submitted to the State of Minnesota.

    Cancellation Policy:

  • Please notify us immediately if it is necessary to cancel your reservation. The more time we have, the greater opportunity we will have to re-rent the cabin.
  • If cancellation is made greater than, or equal to, 60 days prior to the beginning date of your scheduled stay, your deposit will be refunded to you if the vacancy created by your cancellation is filled in the same capacity as your reservation.
  • If the cancellation is made less than 60 days prior to the beginning date of your scheduled stay, the Security/Damage Deposit will be forfeited.

    Rental Polices:

  • Saturday to Saturday rental.
  • Check in is 3:30 p.m.
  • Check out is 10:00 a.m.
  • Sorry, no smoking.
  • Sorry, no pets.
  • Sorry, no tents, campers, RV’s, etc.
  • No telephone is provided at the cabin so you will need a cell phone. The best reception is down by the lake.

    Useful Links:

  • 2002 Lake Edward DNR Survey: Lake Report
  • Great Information on the Brainerd Area: Brainerd.com

    “Carefree Cottage” Rental Availability Contact Information:

  • Feel free to contact Jon or Deb using the contact information below with any questions you may have. Thanks!


    Phone: 763-315-1812
    E-mail: Carefree Cottage E-Mail


  • Home View from Beach & Lake

    Beach & Lake Right Outside Door

    Beach & Lake View from Home

    Living Room

    Family Room

    Kitchen

    Master Bedroom

    Second Bedroom

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    Wonderful Beach