Stay at Island View Resort in Spring Lake, MN. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking, kid-friendly amenities, and nearby attractions like Cut Foot Sioux Lake and Lost 40 Area.
Guests highlight the resort’s rustic charm, relaxing lakeside setting, and attentive, friendly hosts. Ideal for those seeking a peaceful getaway with family-friendly activities and outdoor recreation.
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Situated on Sand Lake in the North Woods of Minnesota, Island View Resort offers a rustic retreat with a focus on relaxation and nature. This small resort hotel features a handful of clean, cozy cabins that provide limited modern amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and free parking, but no TV or strong cell phone signal, inviting guests to unplug and enjoy the outdoors. The property is kid-friendly but does not accommodate pets, making it suitable for families seeking a quiet lakeside vacation.
Guests can spend their time fishing, canoeing, kayaking, or relaxing on the sandy beach between the docks. Outdoor yard games including horseshoes and sand volleyball add to the recreational options directly on site. Multiple reviewers highlight the friendly and attentive hosts, as well as the well-maintained grounds, contributing to a welcoming and peaceful atmosphere that appeals especially to returning families and those familiar with the area.
The resort is located at 52246 S Center Rd, Spring Lake, Minnesota, and is accessible by car within roughly an hour from nearby airports such as Bemidji Regional and Range Regional. Visitors interested in regional outdoor activities can explore nearby natural attractions like Cut Foot Sioux Lake and Lost 40 Scientific and Natural Area, both highly rated spots for sightseeing and recreation.
Check-in is available from 5:00 PM with check-out by 9:00 AM. Given its quiet setting and rustic style, Island View Resort suits guests looking for a peaceful getaway in nature rather than those seeking modern resort amenities. The property consistently earns strong reviews, with many guests returning year after year, suggesting it holds particular appeal for those valuing tradition, tranquility, and a connection to the surrounding environment.
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Good place for dinner. Nice inside eating area with mosquito netting. Fun outdoor yard games such as horseshoes, sand volleyball, nice beach.
My parents have been coming here for 36 years and I have been off and on for that long! Elaine is absolutely amazing! Resort is clean and cozy and I would recommend this place to anybody!
Awesome place to get away from work. You can relax, fish, hang out on the beach, or whatever. No TV, limited cell phone service, a great place to unplug. Cabins are clean and rustic. Lisa and Karmen are great hosts and are happy to attend their guests needs.
Our family has been coming to Island View since 1991, more than 25 years. We have shared our time with extended family on Sand Lake at Island View and it is the peace and joy that we judge our other vacations. We live in Austin, TX and have for 20 years, the more than 1100 driving miles to get to Island View is always worth it. We have enjoyed our piece of heaven here and Elaine is the BEST of resort keepers. This year brought the next stage of the next generation of kiddos to play in the sand, have parades, share wonderful meals, canoe, kayak and paddle board and enjoy our time in the beautiful North Woods of MN.
The 4 days I spend here each year make the other 361 days of the year survivable. My family has gone to Islandview annually for decades. The fishing on the lake is good, the cabins are built well, and every time we visit some improvement has been made to the already cozy, quality atmosphere. The cabins we get have a few beds and a couch that can be converted into a bed as well (some cabins sleep more than others). The owner (Elaine) is very friendly. Once you start going to this resort, you'll want to go every year.
The most wonderful place on earth. Clean cabins, no TV, 800 feet of sand beach between the docks. Great fishing. The kind of resort that used to be common in the past. If you're looking for modern, look elsewhere. If you want a rustic week in the north woods this is the place, if you can get in. Only 10 cabins and the summer fills up fast.
Had a great time with family and friends, fishing, games, and campfires. Friendly atmosphere. Thanks, Karmen and Lisa! See you in 2025
A great place to vacation! This will be the second time my family and I have been there at the end of the month. We're very exciting to be going there again and for future years!
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