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5 Unique Cabins And 2 Houses For A Large Group, Family Reunion, Or Wedding

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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18 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fireplace, ping pong, books, stereo
Escape to Shire in the Woods, a serene retreat surrounded by 68,000 acres of Solana State Forest. Enjoy hiking and snowshoeing on groomed trails or relax by outdoor fire pits while taking in the beautiful views of nature. Each cabin has its own unique charm with amenities like screened-in porches, kitchens equipped with utensils and dinnerware, Wi-Fi everywhere, table fans as well as ceiling fans for comfort.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

18 bedrooms11 bathroomsSleeps 60

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

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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.

5 Unique Cabins And 2 Houses For A Large Group, Family Reunion, Or Wedding

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
Along with a sauna, this smoke-free holiday home has laundry facilities and an arcade/games room. Other amenities include a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 18 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with desks, dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Michael Bonnette

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 18 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 11 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 80
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 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 area

Map
McGrath, MN

What's nearby

  • Mille Lacs Lake - 28 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Moose Lake State Park - 46 min drive - 50.0 km
  • Banning State Park - 47 min drive - 51.5 km
  • Big Sandy Lake - 52 min drive - 72.1 km
  • Federal Correctional Institution, Sandstone - 60 min drive - 66.1 km

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 Unique Cabins And 2 Houses For A Large Group, Family Reunion, Or Wedding pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at 5 Unique Cabins And 2 Houses For A Large Group, Family Reunion, Or Wedding?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Unique Cabins And 2 Houses For A Large Group, Family Reunion, Or Wedding?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 Unique Cabins And 2 Houses For A Large Group, Family Reunion, Or Wedding located?

This family-friendly Mc Grath holiday home is located on a lake, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Snake River, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Kettle River and Mille Lacs Lake. Banning State Park and Cedar Lake are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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5 Unique Cabins And 2 Houses For A Large Group, Family Reunion, Or Wedding Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julie H., Beardsley, Minnesota

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great family time

It’s hard to find places large enough for our family. With all 7 cabins - we were able to have a great family time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Makayla R.

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

amazing stay!

Michael was so accommodating and helpful throughout our stay! I would recommend staying here to anyone. Even got us help to get our car unstuck! Thanks Michael!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Ku T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Love the location. A bit for everyone to do from the trails, atv riding, fishing , farm animals and more. The owners are good people and our kiddos made a new friend with their daughter. I did read a lot of mixed reviews before we went so we went in aware that it is an older property. Michael was good at communicating when we got there about any unexpected things that weren’t working. Also you are in the middle of the Solana Forest so anticipate the mosquitoes and flies and other bugs in the cabins especially if you are coming and going. Over all most of the cabins were cozy and had that cabin in the woods feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

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

Bachelor Party!

If you have a large group (30+) for a bachelor party or any celebration this location has everything you need. Multiple cabins with air conditioning, privacy, and Michael was kind of enough to let us rent massive wedding tents in case it rained so we could be outside in all weather conditions for a very reasonable price. The location was fantastic, about an hour to the casino and party buses in the area to rent. Michael was fantastic to work with, was very quick with communication, and is easy going. Highly recommend the Shire in the Woods!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Everything we were looking for

This property gave me everything I was looking for: A lot of space for my guests, cabins of different sizes, outdoor recreation on-property and nearby, and enough sleeping accommodations for more than 30 people. The management staff were responsive and attentive. Mosquitos were out often, but that's expected in an outdoor/forested setting like this. I will strongly consider coming back the next time I have a group this large. Thanks Shire staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jean P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Camping Reunion

With an immediate family of 36, it’s quotes difficult to find accommodations to fit us all. This location filled the bill. Plenty of space for everyone to gather for meals together and have some alone time as well. Plenty of privacy and open areas for games, fire pit, and just relaxing together. All our questions were answered, but there were few: we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brandon R.

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

Great experience!

Our family had a great time. We rented four cabins and were able to hang out on the property, walk in the woods, and escape to the octagon to avoid mosquitos. Beautiful view of the stars too! Michael was very friendly and helpful as a host. The only issue we ran into was a small inaccuracy with the number of beds in the octagon listing. We were able to shuffle around to make it work, and we will likely be back for a future reunion.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Chang V.

Totally recommend!

We had a great time staying at the cabins especially at the Octagon. Michael and his family are very welcoming. Very affordable for 5 cabins and 2 houses. Totally recommend!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

A great place for a family reunion!

My extended family (about 28 were able to make it) held our reunion at The Shire following my daughter's wedding and the place worked out beautifully. The combination of different housing allowed separation and quiet time for individuals and families while allowing us to be in close proximity. We did most of our cooking at the Cedar House, while the Octagon was large enough to hold everyone for meals, games and movies during the rainy day. It was a little buggy, but anyone staying in the middle of MN in July should be expecting that! Michael and his family were very responsive to questions and are obviously invested in making their guests feel welcome and comfortable. We would definitely recommend The Shire!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

CHRISTINE O.

Tranquil location, great for our family reunion

We had a wonderful time! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2017