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Rooftop cabin on amazing Crookneck Lake! "The Crookneck Lookout"

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A wooden dock with chairs and a bench overlooking a calm lake, string lights, and a tree.
A small, single-story cabin with a front porch, surrounded by trees.
A park with tall trees, a gazebo, and a lake in the background.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, a white cabinet with decorative items, and a large bear picture.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a rug, and a plant on the table. There is a door on the right and a hallway leading to a living room with a couch and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Motley, MN
  • Place, Shamineau Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Fish Trap Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Alexander
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Motley

Located in Motley, this cabin is within a 10-minute drive of Fish Trap Lake and Lake Alexander. .This cabin is 29.7 mi (47.7 km) from Brainerd International Raceway and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Shamineau Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Shamineau Lake - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Fish Trap Lake - 9 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Lake Alexander - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Lake Placid - 19 min drive - 17.8 miles
  • Gull Lake - 33 min drive - 29.8 miles

Getting around

  • Staples Station - 20 min drive
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪2 Tall Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Landing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Castaway Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Port of Lake Alex - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Landing at Lake Alexander - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Rooftop cabin on amazing Crookneck Lake! "The Crookneck Lookout"

Welcome to Crookneck Lake Lookout, your ideal escape. Situated on a scenic lot, this charming cabin boasts an incredible rooftop deck offering stunning views of the pristine surroundings and Crookneck Lake. Public landing near by to launch your boat or fish and swim right off the dock and lakeside deck! Great for small families or for friends to come together. Sit around the campfire, swim, and enjoy nature. The perfect up-north getaway awaits you!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Ensure pet waste is picked up.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

*Use of lake flotations at your own risk *No parties or events *Pets must be leashed and pet waste cleaned up.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have elevators

Rooftop cabin on amazing Crookneck Lake! "The Crookneck Lookout" Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a hidden gem. The cabin is decorated beautifully and has everything you could need. We really enjoyed taking advantage of the kayaks and lake! Tucked in a back bay it was very peaceful and relaxing. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting -very comfortable house-bedrooms are small but that’s not where we spent very much time so not an issue-even tried a kayak -had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026