Located in Deerwood, Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort is within a 15-minute drive of Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area and Crosby Memorial Park. .This beach resort is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Mille Lacs Lake and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Paul Bunyan Land.
Brainerd International Raceway - 54 min drive - 32.8 miles
Gull Lake - 58 min drive - 42.6 miles
Getting around
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 136 min drive
Restaurants
Deerstand Restaurant and Bar - 8 min drive
Lonesome Pine Restaurant and Bar - 8 min drive
Coach's Corner - 8 min drive
The Joint - 11 min drive
White Oak Grill - 7 min walk
About this property
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
Family-friendly beachfront location with indoor pool
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort offers 162 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodations at this 3-star resort have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can play rounds at the 27-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 2 outdoor tennis courts and a marina. An indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa, The Fine Line Spa & Salon at Ruttger's. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open select days.
Make yourself at home in one of the 162 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and facials. While the golfer in the family is out on the course, you can enjoy above-par recreational amenities such as outdoor tennis courts and an indoor pool. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a hair salon.
Grab a bite to eat at White Oak Grill, one of the resort's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities, a library, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
White Oak Grill - Overlooking the golf course, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
2 bars/lounges
2 restaurants
A coffee shop/cafe
Restaurants on site
White Oak Grill
Things to do
2 outdoor tennis courts
27-hole golf course
Arcade/game room
Beach volleyball
Bicycle rentals
Billiards/pool table
Boat and paddles
Canoeing
Designer stores
Fishing
Fitness classes
Full-service spa
Golf carts
Golf clubhouse
Golf clubs/equipment
Golf driving range
Indoor pool
Kayaking
Library
Motor boating
Paddleboard
Pedal boat
Playground
Pro golf lessons
Pro golf shop
Racquetball/squash
Sail boat
Seasonal outdoor pool
Sledding
Snowshoeing
Tennis lessons
Yoga classes
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
High chair
In-room kitchen
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Playground
Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniences
ATM
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Newspapers in lobby
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Daily housekeeping (for a fee)
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach loungers
Dock
Firepit
Garden
Marina
On the beach
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Full-service spa
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Manicures/pedicures
Prenatal massages
Spa open select days
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Raised toilet seat
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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Ballroom
Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
5 private bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Kitchen
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Restaurant dining guides
Stovetop
Toaster
More
Air conditioning
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Sunday - Wednesday (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM) and Thursday - Saturday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 19 to May 1:
One of the dining venues
Bar/Lounge
Beach
Children's club
Fitness facilities
Golf course
Laundry facilities
Meeting facilities
Sauna
Swimming pool
Tennis courts
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 150.0 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Housekeeping fee: USD 25.00 per day; may vary based on unit size
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from June 01 to October 22
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Bay Lake Lodge
Ruttgers Bay
Ruttgers Bay Lake Lodge Hotel
Ruttgers Bay Lake Lodge Hotel Deerwood
Ruttgers Bay Lodge
Ruttgers Lodge
Ruttgers Bay Lake Hotel
Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge
Ruttger's Bay Resort Deerwood
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort Resort
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort Deerwood
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort Resort Deerwood
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Quintessential lake vacation. Pools were very nice. Billy- from the beach cabana answered all our questions and had great stories. Beach and docks are accessible and fun. Too windy to use one of the various boats available. Breakfast in the restaurant was tasty with friendly servers. Room in the lodge was basic but nice. Great for families or a get away.
We had a great time at Ruttgers! There are definitely a few things they could do as easy upkeep— like a lot of the buildings need a good pressure wash and paint, but it’s been great to see the improvements over the years! And the restaurants at the resort are high priced for the “vibe” (flys everywhere because they leave the doors wide open) and service isn’t the best, but the food is good.
Mykelti
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Dawn
Traveled with family
Jul 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Dated
Our unit was dated and carpet dirty. There are newer options for more money.
We had a great time! The property and lake were gorgeous, the staff was exceedingly helpful and friendly. They had fantastic amenities! The condo was nice, very spacious, but a little run down. The screens were damaged, so the mosquitos came in at night, and I would recommend additional plates, silverware and perhaps salt/pepper in the units with full kitchens. I would definitely go back!
We needed to move rooms because my 90 yr old mother was unable to go up and down the 16 stairs to our room. The person at the desk commented that we made our reservation online and unsure they could find us another room. She said there was an option but it was much more expensive. I had no choice. We got to the next room and found that it only had one bed vs the two that I had originally booked. It did have a very uncomfortable hide-a-way bed. We were in the area for a funeral so had no choice but to keep our stay.
The bottom of the refrigerator was filled with water which I had to clean up.
Phones were out, internet problems.
Light bulbs missing.
Cable box missing so tv did not work in bedroom.
Remote for fireplace missing.
All in all, not a place that I would stay at again. Ruttger’s used to be a great place to stay on Bay Lake. No longer. It is dated, rundown, and overpriced for the accommodations.