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Who knew "Up North" could be so close to home!

Lakefront cabin with water park and sauna

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Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Children's area
Consider a stay at Who knew "Up North" could be so close to home! and take advantage of a water park, a firepit and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as boating and kayaking, at this cabin. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 574 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Who knew "Up North" could be so close to home!

Welcome to the Family Cabin at Big Rock Creek—a cozy yet well-appointed retreat perfect for families, couples, or small groups looking to relax and reconnect with nature. As the smallest of the three permanent structures on the property, this charming cabin is anything but lacking in comfort and amenities.



Step inside to find a spacious living area featuring a beautiful stone fireplace, perfect for gathering around after a day of outdoor adventures. The adjoining dining space opens onto a screened-in porch, offering breathtaking views of the lake—an ideal spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening breeze.



The fully equipped kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and brand-new (2025) cookware, utensils, and essentials to make meal prep a breeze. The cabin’s two bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations: one with a queen bed and the other with a full bed plus a twin-over bunk, ensuring plenty of sleeping space for your group. The bathroom features a large walk-in shower with a built-in seat and a spacious vanity.

Outside, you’ll find even more ways to enjoy your surroundings. Gather around the fire pit in the provided Adirondack chairs for s’mores and storytelling, or fire up the grill for a lakeside cookout. Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway or an extended stay, the Family Cabin at Big Rock Creek is the perfect place to relax, recharge, and make lasting memories.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside away from the buildings

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Guests required to sign rental agreement

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside away from the buildings

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Property Registration Number 76701

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

A Fishermans Dream!
980 acre private estate
Incredibly Charming Log Cabin on the Water!
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About the area

Map
Saint Croix Falls, WI

What's nearby

  • St Croix National Scenic Riverway - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Saint Croix River - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Interstate State Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Fawn Doe Rosa Wildlife Educational Park - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Wild Mountain - 15 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skolhaugen Lounge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Drive In Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Loggers Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Who knew "Up North" could be so close to home! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Who knew "Up North" could be so close to home!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Who knew "Up North" could be so close to home!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Who knew "Up North" could be so close to home! located?

This family-friendly St Croix Falls cabin is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Lions Park and St Croix National Scenic Riverway. Heritage Mall and White Pine Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Who knew "Up North" could be so close to home! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pwggy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Mother/Daughters getaway!

We enjoyed our stay so much! There is a lot to do around the area and our cabin was cozy & relaxing. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mother's Day Weekend

This is a lovely, impressive property of which the Family Cabin is a component. Being on the water, having the lighted trees, wildlife, and walking areas -- all made for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls get away

We had an awesome time. Very friendly staff! Clean and beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

A very beautiful cavin, beautiful property. Loved this place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yunie X.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Super lovely cabin with great accommodations. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved It!

Great time! Loved walking the trails! Loved the light show!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

trish h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall getaway

We had a great time and would definitely go back again!! The cabin was very clean and the property is beautiful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private getaway

Great location and facilities. Used it as a brief getaway and to focus on some work projects. Enjoyed biking the trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Bob E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Rock

The property was nice. Internet was hit and miss. Had a relaxing peaceful couple days
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this property!

This cabin offered just the right mix of solitude and sense of community. We loved sitting on the front porch watching the wildlife and also taking advantage of activities offered on the property. So relaxing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Retreat

My friends and I came out to celebrate two birthdays and had a blast! Jeremy checked in with us each day and was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

George L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little Cabin

The property is beautiful and just like the pictures. The cabin is also exactly like the pictures. The queen bed was a bit firmer than we would have liked, but otherwise there is nothing not to like. It was a great experience that we are very likely to do again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big Rock Creek Cabin

We really enjoyed this cozy cabin. It was secluded but conveniently located for what we were trying to accomplish, which was a quick getaway from the cities to do some skiing and enjoy some family time. We saw several deer and enjoyed the cool location. I didn't realize it was the same place when I booked it, but we had been to this location earlier in the winter to see their amazing Christmas light display. They even had some of them on for us to enjoy during our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location, quiet and peaceful

I frequent this area and have tried many VRBOs. This one was located on a beautiful setting with deer running across the frozen lake nightly. I didn't arrive to the cabin until after midnight and the owners had lights on for me and a great video on the website on how to drive to it. The place was quiet and a great place for work; but would be fantastic for a family getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

DONNA D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

FEELS LIKE COMING HOME

Amazing property.. Wonderful hosts and so very peaceful. We cannot thank Josh and his family for making us feel like we were among family. We really enjoyed talking to Brad about the history of the property. He is truly a great story teller with so much knowledge to share! Kyle & Donna
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

Beautiful property. Sitting on porch looking at lake was our favorite. Furniture was dated and not as comfortable. Better pillows would be nice. The kitchen and bathroom were renovated and were very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!!

We stayed in the family cabin and it was absolutely adorable. It’s a mix of contemporary and rustic charm. It was very well stocked with everything you need. The fireplace was amazing. The owners are so helpful and sweet as well. Whatever you need they were there without being in your face. It was super peaceful when we were there. The work that has been put into the place is incredible. We can’t wait to come back and bring the whole family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ted B., Eau Claire, WI. USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very peaceful and relaxing

Spent a long weekend there, arriving on Friday and departing on Monday. There was live music on Friday night at "the Barn", which was about a 10-minute walk from the cabin. During the days, entertainment for children abound with swimming, small boats, and playgrounds. There are several nice walking trails. The quaint little town of St. Croix is about a 10-minute ride away, and has lots of small shops. Lions Park directly on the Mississippi River, is about a 5-minute drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Sherri R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Big Rock Creek

This is a wanna be destination campground. I believe the cabin was described as secluded, which gave me more confidence about going ahead with the reservation. It's not. It's one of a number of sites around a small lake - everyone is within sight. On our way there, we received a text letting us know there was a corporate group event happening on site that included people wandering the woods for a scavenge hunt, live music and fireworks - what?!! The first night there at 9:15 pm all of a sudden all these lights came on - literally thousands of "Christmas" lights on trees and other structures around the campground - whoa - also not secluded. So, it was a very nice, clean cabin and provided what we needed for our trip to the area - no complaints there at all. It was just not nearly as private or woodsy as described. If a social camping experience with live music, cow yoga, 9 am bloody mary bars and $7 pizza slices are your style - this is the place for you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Wonderland

My husband and I stayed in the cabin over President's Day weekend. We were looking for a cozy cabin in the snow to relax and refresh. This property was everything we were looking for and more! The cabin is exactly as described. It was cozy and set in the woods overlooking a frozen lake. We had a fire in the fireplace nearly the entire time we were there. Becky was phenomenal at answering our questions immediately. What we did not realize was that the entire property was lit up like a winter wonderland each evening. And, to top that off, the property held a "Snowy Days and Moonlit Nights" event on Saturday night. The barn across the lake was lit up and there were activities for kids, music, great food and a moonlit hike. I do not have enough words to express our satisfaction with our weekend. We are already planning our trip back next February for three nights instead of two. If you want to get away for a peaceful weekend, this is just the place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, peaceful, relaxing

On the site of an old trout hatchery, the cabin overlooks a large dammed-off pond with kayaks and a paddle boat available for use. A pair of Osprey's frequented the area. Comfortable accommodations. There are several short trails on the grounds and a variety of longer trails within a few minutes driving distance surrounding the St. Croix River, St. Croix Falls, and other locations to the north and south as well as canoe and kayak rentals to take advantage of floating down the St. Croix River. We would love to stay longer in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our favorite spot

What a peaceful and beautiful property. If you like the outdoors and want a quiet place to relax, look no further. We loved it, the kids loved it. This was our second time staying at this cabin and I'm sure we'll be back again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway!

We loved our stay at Big Rock Creek! Josh was great to work with and we loved using the Ranger to explore the grounds. It was a beautiful and peaceful escape!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Polly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene family cabin

This is a lovely and unique property. The cabin is rustic but has everything you need. The porch overlooking the pond is heavenly. Family members stayed at the Clubhouse and altogether, it was an amazing setting for a family reunion. The grounds are gorgeous and the swimming pond and paddlewheel paddleboat are great. The perfect Wisconsin summer setting. The only downside is no pets. The caretakers were good communicators and very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022