Title: Historic Backus Home, Steps to Pine Mountain Lake! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Historic Backus Home, Steps to Pine Mountain Lake! Cottage in Backus with kitchen ![House (6 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93203900/93203804/cfcd5775.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (6 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93203900/93203804/270e112e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (6 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93203900/93203804/b67adab8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (6 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93203900/93203804/6179ab13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (6 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93203900/93203804/daf2ff31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Historic Backus Home, Steps to Pine Mountain Lake! provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 152098 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Historic Backus Home, Steps to Pine Mountain Lake! Cottage in Backus with kitchen This smoke-free cottage features free Wi-Fi in public areas. The cottage provides a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. 2 bathrooms, a TV and a ceiling fan are among the other amenities available to guests. Guest accommodation at this cottage offers a ceiling fan. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Family friendly - Highchair ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Porch ### Comfort - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Hunting ### 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) ## Similar properties ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118120000/118110800/118110708/w3826h2560x0y0-75339c30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 'woman Lake Chain Retreat' w/ Deck & Dock! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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; cash is not accepted 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 'bailey House' Historic Home on Pine Mountain Lake Historic Backus Home, Steps to Pine Mountain Lake! Backus Historic Backus Home, Steps to Pine Mountain Lake! Cottage ## About the area Backus is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of Deep Portage Conservation Reserve and Deep Portage Conservation Reserve and Learning Center can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Black Bear Golf Complex. [Visit our Backus travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Backus.dx553248623281956713) [View more Cottages in Backus](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Backus-Cottages.d553248623281956713-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C46.82056%2C-94.51824&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ObJfHngN9aCuRvXLYMDLPFxNff8=) 114 Washburn Ave W, Backus, MN, 56435 ### What's nearby - Rainy Lake - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles - Horseshoe Lake - 10 min drive - 5.4 miles - Big Portage Lake - 10 min drive - 6.5 miles - Northern Lights Casino - 27 min drive - 22.3 miles - Lake Hattie - 36 min drive - 18.8 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Corner Store, Restaurant & Gun Shop - ‬18 min walk - ‪Salty Dog Saloon & Eatery - ‬6 min drive - ‪Willard's Saloon - ‬4 min walk - ‪Backus American Legion - ‬19 min walk - ‪Pestello's On 371 - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic Backus Home, Steps to Pine Mountain Lake! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Historic Backus Home, Steps to Pine Mountain Lake!? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 12:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at Historic Backus Home, Steps to Pine Mountain Lake!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Historic Backus Home, Steps to Pine Mountain Lake! located? > Situated in Backus, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Lindsey Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Horseshoe Lake and Rainy Lake. Big Portage Lake and Deep Portage Conservation Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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