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The Gathering Lodge is a relaxing, private log house with a stunning view.

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Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, table tennis
Terrace/patio
Exterior
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
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Exceptional

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6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 25

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  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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  • DryerDryerDryer

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Fergus Falls, MN
  • Popular LocationPebble Lake Golf Course8 min drive
  • Popular LocationOtto The Otter10 min drive
  • Popular LocationI 94 Speedway Inc15 min drive
  • AirportFargo, ND (FAR-Hector Intl.)68 min drive

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About this property

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

The Gathering Lodge is a relaxing, private log house with a stunning view.

We are a beautiful, private log lodge with a beautiful view. Come and gather with family or friends in our vacation home and relax by visiting one of our great local restaurants or cook food for your whole crew in our very grand, functional kitchen. You can stay entertained with games in our game room or sit and chat to catch up with your loved ones in our cozy siting areas. In the winter we have a great sledding hill, the lake is great for ice fishing, and we are just one mile away from the central lakes snowmobile trail. In the summer, we have a beautiful view overlooking Swan Lake. Although the beach is not a great swimming beach, we have access to the lake for fishing and we have a pontoon, a double decker pontoon with a slide, jet ski and other water toys available to rent through a local business that will deliver right to the beach front. We are a mile away from The Pebble Lake golf course and the central lakes bike trail. We would love to have you and your family and friends come together to have a great, memorable vacation at The Gathering Lodge!

Property manager

Tanya Gronwold

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Only allowed outside in designated areas.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Boat on site
  • Foosball table on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Snow sports gear on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Sorry, no pets 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 75
Note from host: There is a tiered fee for # of guests above max.
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 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

About the neighborhood

Fergus Falls

Located in Fergus Falls, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Fergus Falls Center for Arts and Fergus Falls Historic State Hospital are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Delagoon Park and Central Lakes Trail. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Pebble Lake Golf Course - 8 min drive
  • Central Lakes Trail - 10 min drive
  • Otto The Otter - 10 min drive
  • Fergus Falls Center for Arts - 12 min drive
  • I 94 Speedway Inc - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Hector Intl. Airport (FAR) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store - 11 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 10 min drive
  • Scooters Coffee Drive Thru - 12 min drive
  • Elks Point - 22 min drive
  • Fiesta Brava - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gathering Lodge is a relaxing, private log house with a stunning view. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gathering Lodge is a relaxing, private log house with a stunning view. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gathering Lodge is a relaxing, private log house with a stunning view. ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Gathering Lodge is a relaxing, private log house with a stunning view. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Pebble Lake Golf Course, Delagoon Park, and Central Lakes Trail. Grotto Park and Otto The Otter are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

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Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bachlorette party
Great place to stay. Lots of places to sleep. Comfortable and homey.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway!
This was a wonderful getaway for a large group! Tanya is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayleigh M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Extended Family Getaway
We had an amazing extended family Christmas at the Lodge! There was so much todo and space for everyone to spread out or come together. We loved sledding, enjoying a soak in the hot tub and just being together. It was so organized and well stocked! We hope to stay agai. with our large group of family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Great property for a family Christmas get together! Had everything we needed. Highly recommend! Tanya was wonderful to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing retreat place!!
This is our second year here for our annual women's retreat and we LOVE this place! So clean. So much space. So many fun things to do. Beautiful property with privacy on a bay of the lake. It has everything you need and then some! The owners are absolutely lovely people and communication is top notch. Thank you again Tanya!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

Liked: Cleanliness
2023 cabin trip
Overall great stay. Property was comfortable and owners were response. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a beautiful and homey space!
Our family absolutely could not get enough of this property at our reunion. Something to do for all ages and all types of weather. Everything was clean and easy to find. Beds were so comfortable and there was the perfect amount of space for our very large group. Tanya was prompt and informative with every question we had!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adele L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a large group
The house is beautiful and a wonderful open place to enjoy family and friends. Would recommend to others and would love to return. Thanks for sharing tour place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Gathering Lodge
Instead of Christmas gifts I have been booking a place for my whole to stay for long weekends and to create memories. We have found our place!!!!! We loved it so much we booked for a whole week next summer. This place is simply amazing!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

JBXyooj

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
Our vacation came and go and we had an amazing stay. My family was able to explore and have fun with our stay due to love and care the host have dedicated to their lodge. Thank you for welcoming us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property!!!
The house was better than listed. There were so many things to do! Every room was very spacious and the kitchen had everything we needed for all of our cooking needs. Coffee on the deck with the amazing view were perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation home ever
Beautiful location and the house was stocked with everything you could possibly need. The fact that they supplied kayaks, a canoe and a peddle boat was such a bonus. The grands had a great time. L
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We chose the gathering lodge for our family vacation and we were very happy with our choice. It was the perfect size for our 5 families (10 adults, 8 kids). The space was very clean and extremely organized. It was 100% true that all we needed to bring was our family friends, and food. Tanya was a great host and responded quickly to any messages. Would recommend to anyone and we will definitely consider returning for future vacations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daley R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Stay
We loved our time at The Gathering Lodge, and it was even better in person than online! There was plenty of space for 20 girls, and the backyard and hot tub were great for hanging out. I will definitely be looking to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is AMAZING!!!
This place gorgeous, plenty of space, lots to do, great for larger groups! The hosts have done an amazing job! Our group thoroughly enjoyed it, I really hope that we have an opportunity to return sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

Liked: Cleanliness
50th Anniversary
Thiswasperfect spotfor all23 of us to celebrate. There were plenty of places to gather and find time alone too. We all enjoyed the game room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Get Together at The Gathering Lodge
This property was PERFECT for our family event! Everything was clean. The owners had everything we needed to have a great stay. There was Kayaks, a canoe and pedal boat at the dock to enjoy water sports. Games, cards, air hockey, pool table, Foosball and ping pong to name a few indoor ideas. The firepit and hot tub were perfect to relax in and by. The house is fully stocked with all supplies needed to make it feel like you haven't left your house. And the cupboards are labeled well so you don't have to guess where everything is. Correspondence with the owner was fabulous. I would rate this place 6 out of 5 stars if I could. I totally recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Large Family
There was plenty of space for our large family — kids ranging in ages from 10 to young adults.it was very clean and the large kitchen was perfectly stocked!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect setting for a peaceful getaway with a large group
We needed a place for all 22 of my family members to get away to and the Gathering Lodge was absolutely perfect for that! The lodge is huge and beautiful and really well maintained. Everything was incredibly clean and well stocked, from the kitchen to the towels and linens, bedding, etc. On top of that, the property is so private and huge and very well maintained. We loved getting out paddling on the water, playing on the lawn, watching all the birds and wildlife, and the beautiful sunsets off the deck. Tonya was really great with communication and very responsive to all our questions. Couldn't have asked for a better place for us all to get away!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tish Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everlasting memories
First impressions were wonderful, even noticed improvements or added features from our previous stay. Great to see they are already one of the best rated stays and still putting more effort into it. Amazing! View in the morning, breathtaking! Wooden spiral staircase, so unique. Have more great things to say but prob won’t fit. Hosts were responsive and lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janek W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gathering place prefect for so many activities!
What is not to love about this place. Location is very easy to get to. So much space for relaxing, playing games, spending quality time with friends & family. Each space in the cabin is unique and fits the needs of many different activities. Hot tub and patio overlooking the pond/lake is cherry on top. Really hard to find a place that can comfortably sleep this many guests. Every detail on the property was well thought out! Will recommend this place to all and I would absolutely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter Weekend
Huge and comfortable lodge; very accommodating for our family of 6 adults and 6 children; incredible view from the entire backside length of the home; air hockey, billiards, ping pong, hot tub; fireplace; you name it... it's there
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

jenn o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Framily Trip
I stayed here with several of my friends. The house was incredible and the communication with the hosts was wonderful. Cannot recommend this property enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering Bliss
Everything was perfect with our stay at The Gathering Lodge. The cabin is beautiful and just as pictured on the Vbro site. There is so much to do at this cabin for all ages. The sledding hill, hockey rink, lake for many activities, game room, hot tub and sitting areas are so perfect for many activities. Tanya was absolutely accommodating and delightful to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julianna S., Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, like always
We did our 3rd annual winter couples stay. It was as relaxing as it always is! Plan to be back next year
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023